February 16, 2017
Many Christians suffer from “know it all syndrome” (KIAS). KIAS is a terrible disease. It is contracted by attending disciple training sessions, bible studies, reading end time books, taking spiritual development courses, attending conferences, and faithfully attending Sunday morning sermons, but never taking opportunity to put into practice the good knowledge one is filling their head with. KIAS people become so spiritually fat that they can’t “run the race” (1 Corinthians 9:24).
But KIAS trained people are really good at telling others how to run the race. They can recite the four spiritual laws, explain the trinity, expound on the virtues of holy living, and have all the tithing scriptures memorized.
But they don’t know how to love a homeless person, how to talk to a pregnant teen considering an abortion, or have a “normal” conversation with a man at a hockey game. The man with KIAS knows he shouldn’t look at porn, but does anyway. The KIAS woman knows that gossip and bitterness is wrong, but just can’t help herself in the office lunchroom.
KIAS doesn’t happen in an instant, it is a slow moving, insidious disease that gradually but deliberately “puffs one up” with knowledge. (1 Corinthians 8:1 Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up.)
What is the antidote to this disease? The answer is simple. Love. When we get involved with people, all our fine sounding arguments will be put to the test. In the laboratory of real life, we begin to put theory to practice. We find ourselves taking the “puff” out of our posture and getting on our knees with desperation. When theory and practice come together, we participate in an exercise that is spiritual and profitable both for the recipient and the practitioner. This doesn’t happen in a classroom, sitting in a pew, or attending a seminar. It happens when we connect with people in a small group, when we commit to a service club in the community, when we serve in a ministry capacity in a local church. In short, we protect ourselves from KIAS when we are involved with people in a real and authentic manner.
Oh, and one last thing. People with KIAS often don’t even know they have it. That is until they get involved in a small group, or a church ministry involving people. Why not give spiritual pride a kick in the pants and commit to a growth group and watch your spiritual muscles develop. See the spiritual fat disappear and inner joy take over your spirit as you eliminate KIAS from your life.
Concert and Journey through depression and anxiety
This coming Monday, February 20th at 7pm, Wayne Unrau and his wife Valorie will be stopping into KCF to share an evening with our community. He is on tour throughout Saskatchewan, Alberta and BC.
Wayne will share songs from his new album, and Wayne and Valorie will share their the story of their journey through depression and anxiety.
We hope you can join us to hear their message of hope.
International Tasting Faire – NEW DATE
The tasting faire has been RE-SCHEDULED due to weather conditions.
We will now taste wonderful food on Thursday, March 2nd. This is good news for all of you who have not yet bought tickets. If you want tickets for March 2nd, please contact us.
If you have tickets and but cannot attend on March 2nd your options are as follows: 1. Donate the full amount and receive a full tax receipt for the same. 2. Contact KCF or a member of Nelson Daybreak Rotary for a full refund.
Thank you all who bought tickets. We will have a great time on March 2.
A Weekend Away!
Part of the Alpha course includes a weekend away at Dutch Harbour with teachings on the Holy Spirit. If you want to come to camp but are not registered in Alpha there will be a $25 registration fee which includes meals during your stay. We will be travelling to Dutch Harbour Camp and enjoying a stay at the Lodge on Friday March 3 and returning home the afternoon of Saturday, March 4th. Registration in advance is required. Last day to register is February 26th as space in the lodge is limited.
Growth Groups
The start date for Growth Groups is drawing close. On March 9th, we will have our first gathering. This is our opportunity to meet together in small groups.
Interested in knowing more or signing up? Contact the KCF Office 250.352.1722, office@kcfoffice.com or sign up on Sunday at the Guest Table.
Memorial for Benjamin
Benjamin Vitale, who was part of our KCF Family and visitor of Our Daily Bread has passed away. We will be having a Memorial this coming Tuesday, February 21, 11am at Our Daily Bread. We hope you can join us to celebrate his life.
Calendar of Events
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Pastor Jim
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