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Fuel Consumption
Running out of fuel is a fact that no one can criticize with any credibility. It’s going to happen. It is the way we are made. I believe like most that it’s actually good for our body and mind to burn fuel. But running out of fuel with no refueling station in sight -- that’s what is ridiculous! Accidents and emergencies will come up for sure because life is filled with those, but poor planning and taking things beyond what is reasonable - that’s unacceptable. A while back I had a truck that had two fuel tanks in it. When one ran dry and the engine started sucking air, you had just a few seconds to reach under the seat and switch a lever to the other tank of fuel. If you waited too long, air was sucked into the fuel system and it really caused problems.
If you are a Christ-follower, it’s like you have two tanks inside of you. You have a spiritual tank and a flesh tank. If you neglect to fill your spiritual tank each day, you run the risk of drawing fuel from the flesh tank. We have to understand that if your spiritual tank runs dry, it is because of insufficient time spent allowing the Lord to properly fill you up. And when your spiritual tank starts 'sucking air', you won't have to fumble around to locate the switch for your flesh tank . . . the tank switch is automatic! The fuel inside my flesh tank is some nasty stuff! A partial list of fuel components in that tank are hatred, depression, anxiety, impatience, rudeness, jealousy, self-pity, anger, bitterness, strife and selfishness. I'd much rather fuel my engine from the spiritual tank with its components being Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control. (Galatians 5:22-23) God has designed us to run best when He is providing our fuel. I don’t want to be sucking fuel from the wrong tank. What about you? Do you have the discipline to plan your refueling with God? Christ-followers that do this perform at their highest potential.
It seems as though people in our culture are too often drained and feeling empty. We see evidence of this in the way advertisers market their products promising an easy way to refuel yourself. |
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The City: "The City" is an online tool designed to foster new and existing biblical community and help all of us at Vail Christian Church move toward the goal of connecting people to God and others. Check it out at www.onthecity.org or visit our Vail Christian Church City by linking to it from vailchristian.com! Contact Tim Sheaffer or Dave Spier for details! |
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The Global Leadership Summit: On August 5-6, Pantano Christian Church is hosting a satellite site of this incredible event. You will experience world-class lecturers, bold new ideas on leadership, and tremendous growth in your own leadership ability in the work place, at home or in the church. Register online at vailchristian.com/summit2010. |
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White Tail Picnic 2010 - Sunday, August 15th To R.S.V.P., get directions and find out what to bring visit the White Tail Picnic page on "The City". |
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On August 22nd, Ben Alpert, a messianic Jewish Rabbi, will be coming to teach our community on a number of topics. MESSIAH AND THE PASSOVER THE BIBLE THROUGH JEWISH EYES Visit www.vailchristian.com/benalpert to register for the three night class! |
WHAT IS "THE CITY"? “The City” is designed to foster new and existing biblical community. It will help everyone in our church move toward our goals and connect with each other. HOW WILL IT HELP OUR CHURCH? “The City” is a safe place for every person in our church to connect with and encourage one another. It is becoming the primary avenue of communication to our teams. It is the way our staff will keep accurate information about all of our people, serving as a self-maintained database. You’ll be able to give to the church online safely and securely through “The City”. Finally, it will build community and enhance relationships in our church. HOW DO I GET STARTED? Here are some simple steps to get started: 1) Visit vailchristian.onthecity.org/kiosk and signup for your own profile. (Each person needs their own profile - not one profile for a married couple.) 2) On your profile, put a recognizable picture of yourself along with your address, phone number, and other information. (Your personal information can be set to be completely private, but it is necessary to put that information into the system.) 3) Create a profile for your family members. 4) Then, find and join your groups. We have groups set up for service teams, community groups, and even for people in your neighborhood. This is how you can start really using “The City”!
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books . . .
Gospel-Powered Parenting
by William P. Farley
With scores of books on parenting out there, it's important to ask what makes one better than another. Gospel-Powered Parenting is unique in that it presents the gospel as the centerpiece to parenting. Farley asserts that it is not the parents' efforts, prayers, hopes, or dreams that ultimately shape parenting. Instead, it is the good news of Jesus Christ. This is the power that needs to be at the center of all we are and all we do as parents. Here, he illustrates how to apply the gospel to every aspect of parenting.
music . . .
Attention
by Kristian Stanfill
Kristian Stanfill is a worship leader from Alpharetta, Georgia and is heavily involved in the "Passion" movement. He is a clear and distinctive voice in this generation and his passionate and energy-filled music fits no set mold. Whether he's leading a group of teenagers, college students, or adults, his heart and authenticity cut through and people are drawn close to God.
websites . . .
This month, we are excited to introduce to you "The City"! "The City" is a tool designed to foster new and existing biblical community. It will help everyone in our church move toward our goals and connect with each other. It will serve as a great communication tool, an online database of our people, and a way for everyone in our church to connect, be heard, and even serve one another. Visit vailchristian.onthecity.org.
messages this month . . .
DAVID: WARRIOR KING
This summer, Lead Pastor Ben Pitney will lead us through five stories from the life of King David, recounting his amazing rise to power and the lessons he learned along the way. Make sure you are there each week this July and August to encounter this amazing man of God through the scriptures.
Series begins July 18th!
Sometimes between life at work and life at home, we need some encouragement or a reminder of what God is doing in our lives. That’s why the Vail Christian Church Podcast is a must have on your iTunes subscriptions.
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Lead Pastor: Ben Pitney
ben@vailchristian.com
Connection Pastor: Tim Sheaffer
tim@vailchristian.com
Lead Worshiper: Chris McLaughlin
chris@vailchristian.com
Director of Students & Children: Julie Spier
julie@vailchristian.com
Administration & Children: Meghan James
meghan@vailchristian.com
Assistant To The Pastor: Sherri Van Fleet
sherri@vailchristian.com
Community Groups: Dave Spier
dave@vailchristian.com
Accounting: Danne' Thompson
danne@vailchristian.com
8000 S. Kolb Rd., Ste. 190
Tucson, Arizona 85756 (map)
Voice - 520.722.1220
Fax - 520.722.1253
Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sundays: 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.
Empire High School
10701 E. Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, Arizona 85747 (map)
Middle School:
Wednesdays 7:00-8:30 p.m.
3 Community Groups located in Rita Ranch.
Visit: vailchristian.com/mssmallgroups
Sunday mornings 9:00-10:05 a.m.
For more information, contact julie@vailchristian.com
High School:
Wednesdays 7:00-8:30 p.m.
4 Community Groups located in Rita Ranch.
Visit: vailchristian.com/hssmallgroups
Sunday mornings 10:30-11:35 a.m.
For more information
contact julie@vailchristian.com.
Our children's programs meet during our regular
service times at 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. We offer programs
for nursery, preschool, and elementary school aged
children. For questions, visit vailchristian.com/children or contact julie@vailchristian.com.