BillM
03-09-2007, 07:41 AM
The founders of 4x4Grace started the club so they could have a fellowship of believers to go wheeling with who would encourage each other and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ by ministering to other off road enthusiasts. This is not a 4X4 Club with a Christian theme; it is a Christian club with a 4X4 theme. Jesus first, wheeling second...period. If you don't share that view, you don't need to be a Supporter. If you don't believe that Jesus is Lord, the only way to salvation, and that His word, the Bible is the perfect word of God you don't need to be a Supporter. 4x4Grace welcomes anyone on our forum, no matter what their beliefs as long as they properly conduct themselves however supporters are held to a higher standard, you are not only representing Grace; more importantly you represent our Lord & Savior. Our actions, words, and conduct bring either honor or dishonor to both Jesus and Grace.
What does a Supporter do?" It is easy to feel that there isn't much for Supporters to do, but the truth is quite different. You are empowered - to lead a trail ride or recovery operation. Empowered to represent 4x4Grace and share our group with others. Empowered and prayerfully enabled by God to share Jesus with others in a loving manner. Empowered to take a stand against actions, words, or conduct that is wrong. Do not feel helpless! The BOD is here to support you when you stand up to behavior that is not acceptable. As Supporters you are the face of 4x4Grace. God's love, compassion, and patience should be seen in you.
Matthew 22:36-40 "Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" Jesus replied: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind". This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.
It's all about sharing God's love, His grace. This isn't an easy task if your heart is not in the right place. Colossians chapter 3 provides a great outline of how to live a holy life, but verse 13 has particular importance for any relationship Colossians 3:13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Jesus wanted all of His believers to be unified. John 17:20-23 "My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one: I in them and you in me. May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.
Who among us hasn't been blessed through the ministry of 4x4Grace? Who among us hasn't been drawn closer to God through the fellowship of Grace? It is not easy to see the harvest that your role here grows, but be assured that the harvest exists and continues to grow. Supporting a Christ-centered ministry is not just noble ? it is an act of faith that honors God. By doing so, you have put your hand to the plow and will also reap rewards from the harvest. Matt 9:36-38 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field."
Lastly, as supporters, we are representatives of 4x4Grace ? but more importantly as Christians we represent our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Our actions, words, conduct, and other things either bring glory or dishonor to His name. 4x4Grace ultimately belongs to the Lord, therefore anyone whose actions bring either Grace or the Lord?s name into ill repute will be subject to BOD action, up to and including removal of Supporter status. None of us are perfect, and thanks to God?s gracious gift of salvation we don?t have to be. But, as Christians our Lord Jesus told us to follow his words John 14:21 Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him."
When we disobey His teachings, repentance brings us back into good fellowship. True repentance is not just feeling sorry for what we did; it is the earnest desire to go back and make things right, and try our best not to do it again. We all make errors in judgment but a Supporter who continues to do or say things that bring an unfavorable reputation upon Jesus or 4x4Grace can expect BOD intervention. It is the BOD?s sincere hope that such action need not take place, and will work with those involved in issues to make adjustments prior to taking more final action. As in any kingdom (we serve the King of all Kings and Lord of all Lords, right?) the higher your position, the higher the standard you?re held accountable to. If you ever find yourself in doubt about what you?re doing or saying ? ask yourself one question: Are my actions bringing glory or disgrace to Jesus' name?
If you want to be a supporter and agree to the above send a PM to a BOD Member listed below to get more info.
Hano
99NCXJ
Hadfield4wd
Want2wheel
What does a Supporter do?" It is easy to feel that there isn't much for Supporters to do, but the truth is quite different. You are empowered - to lead a trail ride or recovery operation. Empowered to represent 4x4Grace and share our group with others. Empowered and prayerfully enabled by God to share Jesus with others in a loving manner. Empowered to take a stand against actions, words, or conduct that is wrong. Do not feel helpless! The BOD is here to support you when you stand up to behavior that is not acceptable. As Supporters you are the face of 4x4Grace. God's love, compassion, and patience should be seen in you.
Matthew 22:36-40 "Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" Jesus replied: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind". This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.
It's all about sharing God's love, His grace. This isn't an easy task if your heart is not in the right place. Colossians chapter 3 provides a great outline of how to live a holy life, but verse 13 has particular importance for any relationship Colossians 3:13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Jesus wanted all of His believers to be unified. John 17:20-23 "My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one: I in them and you in me. May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.
Who among us hasn't been blessed through the ministry of 4x4Grace? Who among us hasn't been drawn closer to God through the fellowship of Grace? It is not easy to see the harvest that your role here grows, but be assured that the harvest exists and continues to grow. Supporting a Christ-centered ministry is not just noble ? it is an act of faith that honors God. By doing so, you have put your hand to the plow and will also reap rewards from the harvest. Matt 9:36-38 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field."
Lastly, as supporters, we are representatives of 4x4Grace ? but more importantly as Christians we represent our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Our actions, words, conduct, and other things either bring glory or dishonor to His name. 4x4Grace ultimately belongs to the Lord, therefore anyone whose actions bring either Grace or the Lord?s name into ill repute will be subject to BOD action, up to and including removal of Supporter status. None of us are perfect, and thanks to God?s gracious gift of salvation we don?t have to be. But, as Christians our Lord Jesus told us to follow his words John 14:21 Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him."
When we disobey His teachings, repentance brings us back into good fellowship. True repentance is not just feeling sorry for what we did; it is the earnest desire to go back and make things right, and try our best not to do it again. We all make errors in judgment but a Supporter who continues to do or say things that bring an unfavorable reputation upon Jesus or 4x4Grace can expect BOD intervention. It is the BOD?s sincere hope that such action need not take place, and will work with those involved in issues to make adjustments prior to taking more final action. As in any kingdom (we serve the King of all Kings and Lord of all Lords, right?) the higher your position, the higher the standard you?re held accountable to. If you ever find yourself in doubt about what you?re doing or saying ? ask yourself one question: Are my actions bringing glory or disgrace to Jesus' name?
If you want to be a supporter and agree to the above send a PM to a BOD Member listed below to get more info.
Hano
99NCXJ
Hadfield4wd
Want2wheel