Today's musical selection begins with Gene Autry singing Somebody Bigger Than You and I in a clip from the feature film, The Old West (1952). This is followed by The Louvin Brothers singing If We Forget God. This song reminds us that God and the bible should not ever leave our lives and the way we live them. The bible is not something that should be viewed as belonging to past time and is no longer relevant today. The bible is just as important and relevant today as it ever was, because God is the same yesterday, today and forever. What he has declared as truth back when the bible was written he still declares as truth today and if we don't take heed of the word of God than we allow the devil to rule this world and sin to run rampant. We as believers are meant to be a light in this world of darkness, not as part of the darkness of this world. Next is Hank Williams singing Wealth Won't Save Your Soul. This song reminds us that nothing can save our soul, except for our lord and savoir Jesus Christ and that the things of this world are but temporary and we should keep our mind on eternal things instead of on gaining the fleeting possessions of this world. This is followed by the Charlie Daniels Band with a bluegrass version of the gospel classic Are You Washed in the Blood. This recording comes from the 2003 album How Sweet the Sound: 25 Favorite Hymns and Gospel Greats. Afterward is The Blue Sky Boys with their 1936 recording of Didn't They Crucify My Lord. Listening to this song should remind us that even when you sin and do evil, Jesus doesn't stop loving us and wanting us for his friends. Reno and Smiley then join in with I'm Using My Bible as a Roadmap. Following is Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings with a song John wrote himself, The Greatest Cowboy of Them All. Up next is the Sons of the Pioneers with their 1948 recording of Rounded Up in Glory. Today's musical selection ends with Roy Rogers and Dale Evans singing The Love of God.
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. Proverbs 3:13
I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:11-13
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22
Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy. Proverbs 12:20
When the godly are in authority, the people rejoice. But when the wicked are in power, they groan. Proverbs 29:2
Then Jesus gave the following illustration: “Can one blind person lead another? Won’t they both fall into a ditch? Luke 6:39
Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts. Proverbs 4:23
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2
Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7
Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always. 1 Chronicles 16:11
Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. James 5:13
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you Matthew 5:44
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9
Thanks for joining me come back next week for another service of Cowboy Church. Happy trails to you until we meet again.
-Michael J. Ruhland
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