2A COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL MAY 2, 2018
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hat is faith? And what does it look like to actually live by
faith?
These are important questions, because we receive and experience
the blessings God has for us through faith.
Hebrews 11:1 says, “Faith is the assurance (title deed, confi rmation)
of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things
not seen [the conviction of their reality – faith comprehends as fact
what cannot be experienced by the physical senses]” (AMP).
I like to defi ne faith as the hand that reaches out and receives what
God has for us. By faith we believe what God says in His Word is true,
that it’s for us, and that we will receive everything He wants to give us.
We believe we have His promises before we get them or experience
them.
Everyone has faith, but not everyone puts their faith in God.
But fi rst and foremost, we need to put our faith in God and the truth
of the Bible.
Romans 1:17 says, “For in the gospel the righteousness of God is
revealed, both springing from faith and leading to faith [disclosed in
a way that awakens more faith]. As it…forever remains written, ‘The
just and upright shall live by faith.’”
One of the main ways we hear God’s voice is through His Word,
which is why it’s critically important for us to study the Bible. When
we diligently study the Word, we get revelation of who God is, how He
loves us, and what His will is for our lives. We learn how to pray for the
things He wants to give us…the kind of life Jesus died for us to have.
James 4 says that people live in strife, quarreling and fi ghting, be-
cause they try to get what they want and they’re jealous of what others
have, but they can’t make it happen for themselves. The end of verse
2 says, “You don’t have what you want because you don’t ask God for
it” (NLT). And verse 3 says, “And even when you ask, you don’t get
it because your motives are all wrong – you want only what will give
you pleasure.”
Have you been trying to get something or make something happen
and you’re frustrated because you can’t achieve it? Maybe you’re
struggling because you’re striving to do it in your own strength, and
maybe you’re going after things that aren’t right for you or in God’s
plan for your life.
We need to pray and ask God for what we want, but we need to
ask for the blessings He wants to give us. I often pray like this: “God,
I’m going to ask You for everything I want, but if I ask for something
that’s not right for me, please don’t give it to me. I really only want
what YOU want for me, because You know what’s best for me.”
There are some situations where we may not know for sure what
God’s will is, and that’s when we need to trust that if we don’t get
what we think we want, it’s because He has something better for us.
But there are many things we can ask for with assurance and confi dent
expectation that God will give them because He promises them to us in
His Word. Here are a few…
•
You don’t have to be lonely because God is always with you
(Psalm 73:23; Hebrews 13:50.
•
You can have peace in every situation (John 14:27; Philippi-
ans 4:6-7).
•
You can have God’s wisdom for every decision (James
1:5).
•
You have the strength, in Christ, to do whatever you need
to do (Philippians 4:13).
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God loves you and He has an amazing plan for your life
(John 3:16; 1 John 4:9-10; Jeremiah 29:11).
God has so much more for you than what you have experienced
so far in your life. Make it your number one priority to spend time
with Him every day in prayer and Bible study, and begin boldly
asking Him to give you every good thing He’s planned for you.
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IN MEMORIAM
John Moore 1940-2018
DEATH NOTICE: Lois G. Riley, 91 of Drain, OR, passed away
John was born Jan. 1, 1940 in on APRIL 28, 2018. Memorial services and potluck reception to
Lamar, Oklahoma, to John Henry follow will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Mayy 5 at the Assembly
Moore and Jettie Carman (Wade). of God Church in Drain.
John passed away April 25, 2018
of complications from a stroke.
John married Joyce Floyd on
Megan and Zachary Lafoca of Cottage Grove welcomed a baby
February 28, 1969 in Winnemuc-
girl
on April 29 at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center-
ca, Nevada.
RiverBend.
John was defi ned by his fami-
ly; immediate and extended. As
a young man and to his brothers
and sisters he was and still is
“Johnny”. To his 4 boys he will
forever be “Dad” and is their hero
and role model who is 100% re-
sponsible for any and all successes in their lives; teaching them
what it is to be a man, husband and father to their own children.
The work ethic, morality and humility he taught his boys will be
treasured by them forever and has served his boys well. To his wife
Joyce he was many things but most importantly he was her “sweet-
ie” who would and did do anything in the world for her.
John’s professional career was mainly as a millworker. Later in
life after retiring from the lumber industry John became a Certi-
fi ed Nurse’s Assistant caring for the elderly. He enjoyed reading
and studying for his faith and “yard sale-ing” with his wife Joyce.
His main hobby and part-time profession was woodworking, fur-
niture building and design and John shared this passion with his
best friend Walter; together they created many wonderful pieces of
furniture and other woodworking art.
Another of John’s passions was his church family. He was a very
active member and Elder at the
Seventh Day Adventist Church
SANDRA JAUNITA ROBISON BROWN
in Cottage Grove OR. John was
1945-2018
a mentor and faith role model to
other church members and has
A journey on Earth that began July 25,
participated in many construc-
1945 in Mena, Arkansas for Sandra Brown
tion, design and art projects over
ended on the morning of April 27 2018 at
the years and his handiwork can
Riverbend Hospital in Springfi eld, Oregon.
be seen throughout the church
She was a beloved wife, mother, aunt and
community in the building itself
friend to many who will be greatly missed.
and especially in the hearts and
Sandra is survived by husband Gene, sons
minds of the entire congrega-
Brandon, (Tara) and Jeb and two very pre-
tion.
cious grand girls, Gracie and Abigail. Early in her life Sandra
John is survived by his wife,
moved to Idaho with her parents, Helen and Ray Robison and
Joyce Moore. Children, Jack
her sister Cholla. Both parents and sister preceded her to a life
Moore (son) of Bend, OR; Jeff
of eternity. She attended schools in Boise and was currently
Moore (son) of Daniel Island,
enrolled at Boise State University when Gene came along in
SC; Jerry Moore (son) of Eu-
May of 1963. They married on September 12, 1964. Sandra’s
gene, OR; and Jason Moore
career was spent working for the State of Idaho, when she and
(son) of San Diego, CA. Sib-
Gene relocated to Cottage Grove. Shortly after, Sandra began
lings Dwight Moore (brother)
a new, much more rewarding career working part time at the
of Payette, ID; Grace Jenkins
Cottage Grove Veterinary Clinic where she so easily satisfi ed
(sister) of Virginia; Leon Moore
her love for animals. Her sudden illness forced retirement from
(brother) of Manteca, CA; Don
there just recently. Sandra’s unfaltering belief in God and her
Moore (brother) of Caldwell,
love for our Lord Jesus Christ helped her through the diffi cult
ID; Bill Moore (brother) of
times in her life as a wife and mother; her passing words to her
Caldwell, ID; and Mary Moore
son Brandon were to ask him if had been saved. When Brandon
(sister) of Caldwell, ID. He
answered, “Yes, mam, I’ve been saved,” she replied, “That’s
leaves behind 9 grandchildren,
good, I can go now.” In lieu of fl owers, Sandra would probably
and 5 great-grandchildren.
rather you check the air pressure in your car tires or contribute
Services were held on Tues-
to a cause of your choosing. Per Sandra’s request, no services
day May 1, 2018.
are planned at this time.
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