Chapel Service Reflection on Trials

Sep 15, 2024

Chapel Service and Lecture Notes

Opening Song and Worship

  • Theme: The old has passed away, the new has come.
  • Emphasis on renewal and transformation through faith.
  • Praise and worship with songs declaring God's transformative power and worthiness.

Importance of Praise and Worship

  • Encouragement to praise God in all circumstances.
  • God is worthy of praise in abundance and in trials.
  • Blessing and praising God should be a constant act.

Prayer Focus: Nepal

  • Prayer for the Holy Spirit to draw people in Nepal into the Kingdom.
  • Importance of sharing the gospel despite restrictions and difficulties.

Announcements

  • Voter Registration Day: Tuesday, September 17th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Barnes Student Center.
  • Athletics: Lady Lions volleyball game and ring ceremony for the 2023 Sooner Athletic Conference Championship.

Introduction of Speaker: Pastor Lennon Nolan

  • Commendation for careful handling of scripture and genuine love for the community.
  • Example of humble service in pastoral leadership.

Pastor Lennon Nolan's Message

Personal Story

  • Experience of burnout while leading a campus ministry.
  • Importance of recognizing when help is needed.

Lessons from Hard Times

  • Hard times are inevitable for everyone.
  • God uses hard times to build character and endurance.
  • Trials can reveal and transform character.

Biblical References

  • James: Consider it joy when facing trials as they produce endurance.
  • Proverbs: Removing the dross from silver allows for a purer vessel.

Key Insights

  • Pain and trials have a purpose in shaping character and deepening faith.
  • Importance of seeking God's wisdom during difficult times.
  • God gives wisdom generously without holding grudges.

Encouragement

  • Trust God to use hard times for good.
  • Stay close to God during trials for transformation and growth.

Conclusion

  • God's ultimate purpose is to draw us closer to Him through challenges.
  • Hard times can make us more valuable and beautiful in God's hands.
  • Embrace trials with trust in God for positive outcomes.

Closing Remarks

  • Invitation to join local church and internship program.
  • Emphasis on embracing discomfort for future growth.

These notes encompass the main ideas and themes discussed during the chapel service and lecture, capturing the essence of the worship, announcements, and Pastor Lennon's message about enduring trials and trusting in God's transformative power.