Positive Minute Daily Devotional: Be Humble and Go!

View this email in your browser Be Humble and Go! December 21, 2024 “All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty." Proverbs 14:23 A few days ago, I shared that the shepherds who carried the message of Christ's birth had a strong desire to act, but the key to their mission was humility. The challenge they faced while embracing their assignment was to avoid being so humble that they neglected to travel to Bethlehem. God did not call a priest, a rabbi, or anyone of high status to go to Bethlehem... Read More Love is Work This Week's Episode In this week’s episode, Pastor Bobby delves into the importance of humility and growth. Inspired by the story of the shepherd’s humble obedience found in Luke 2, learn how you, too, can show up for others and step out in faith and love, with today’s message: “Love is Work.”    Anna Crumley is a native of Sacramento, California. She attended CSU Long Beach and graduated with degrees in Jazz Studies and Choral Music Education. Her voice can be heard on multiple albums, movies and soundtracks for companies such as Disney, Netflix, DC Comics, HBO MAX and National Geographic. Today, Anna performs “O Little Town of Bethlehem” (Phillip Brooks; L. H. Redner; arr: Mary Reeves). She is accompanied by Dr. Marc Riley and the Hour of Power Orchestra.   The Hour of Power Choir, directed by Dr. Irene Messoloras, performs “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” (Charles Wesley, Felix Mendelssohn; arr: Dan Forrest). The choir is accompanied by Dr. Philip Hoch on piano, and Dr. Marc Riley and the Hour of Power Orchestra.   Larry James Walker II is an anointed worship artist and songwriter. His unique vocal gifting and infectious joy have made him a trusted and sought-after leader in both secular and sacred music. Larry has worked on stage and in studio with many amazing artists, such as Alicia Keys, John Legend, Israel Houghton, Phil Wickham, Jeremy Camp, Greg Laurie and Kirk Franklin, and serves God through his personal music ministry called Ascension. Today, he performs “O Holy Night” (Adolph Adam). Larry is accompanied by Dr. Marc Riley and the Hour of Power Orchestra.   Scripture: Luke 2:8-20 Watch Now Join us for Christmas Eve! Celebrate “Christmas Hope” with us at Shepherd’s Grove on Christmas Eve! Join us for one of three services at 1:00, 3:00, or 5:00pm, each filled with the wondrous sights and sounds of the season. Pastor Bobby will share a heartwarming Christmas message, and the Hour of Power Choir, Orchestra, and Voices of Hope Children’s Choir will uplift your spirit with glorious music. If you can’t be with us in person, don’t miss the 5 p.m. service, which will be live-streamed at SGP.church/live. We are excited to share the joy and hope of Christmas with you! Watch Here - December 24th at 5:00pm PST Hour of Power on YouTube Are you looking for more encouraging messages, or want to catch up on previous sermons from Pastor Bobby? Text "Message" to 25252 for Bobby's sermon, or text "New" to 25252 to receive the full program with music and Bobby's message! PARTNER WITH HOUR OF POWER Copyright © 2024 *Hour of Power* All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Hour of Power PO Box 100 Garden Grove, CA 92842 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.