From the Pastor
I want to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for the unified focus and effort made as we’ve transitioned our services to once again prioritize Christian Education. This is very important for the overall spiritual health of our congregation. Discipleship is not an option and the journey of learning and implementing the principles of God’s Word is crucial for every believer. Our ABFs (Adult Bible Fellowships) offer two vital components for successful Christian living, genuine fellowship and a systematic study of the Bible. Thank you for a tremendous response last weekend. I believe this new schedule best serves our church both now and in the future. Again, thank you.
I also want to remind our congregation of the significant value that these next two weekends have for many within our church family. Encounter Weekends are designed to assist believers in their individual journey of faith. It’s amazing how just a few days away from the routine of life and a desire to get to know God better can impact our lives. We’ve had nearly 200 people in the past three years participate in these Encounter Weekends and I’m excited to hear the testimonies this afternoon and next weekend of what God did for the over 70 who are attending this year’s events.
There’s nothing really magical or super spiritual about ABFs and Encounter Weekends. In fact, on the surface they appear to be routine and quite ordinary. They are, however, attempts to be intentional and deliberate about our personal faith in Christ. They provide a platform for common folks to seek God and discover purpose and inspiration for their lives. I believe God is observant of that effort and meets us on the journey.