Sunday afternoon I was on my bike enjoying a windy yet sunny ride around town. It was close to 80 degrees. Two days later I was slipping and sliding blindly through the hospital parking lot during a snowstorm. It was an incredible two days of rollercoaster weather.
Sometimes our lives are like this weather pattern. We experience incredible moments when we see God doing great things, then the storm comes. What can we learn? Good question!
First, we can't really do much about the weather, just like so many things are out of our control. However, the same God who is sovereign over the sun, is in control of every facet of our lives. He guarantees us that nothing will given to us that we cannot handle. That in the end is more than a rainbow, there is an hope and peace after the storm.
Secondly, we are strengthened through the storm. Our enjoyment of the good days, allows us to experience God's grace, yet is during the storm that our faith is grown. It is in the midst of the trial that we are purified and prepared for greater service to Him. This is why the author of Hebrews tells us, "We are not of those who shrink back and are destoryed, but those who believe and are saved." (Hebrews 10:39)
No matter whether you are enjoying the sunshine or wading through the storm we are getting ready to celebrate His resurrection. I want to encourage you to take the time and make the effort to turn your hearts and minds to our risen Lord as we remember the great hope we have because He lives.
We have several events and activities to help us share in this celebration:
1. Palm Sunday is Friend Day. Be thinking and praying for your friend who doesn't have a church home. On March 16th we want to give you the opportunity to invite someone to attend with you so they can experience God's love and joy with us.
2. Palm Sunday evening is going to be a great time to enjoy our Easter program. Mitzi Fuguitt has been organizing this program with some of our talented students and adults. I'm sure it will be uplifting and entertaining. Bring your family and your favorite dessert to enjoy with others after the show.
3. This Easter Sunday we will have a special prayer time at 7:00am followed by breakfast at 7:30. Several of the guys here have volunteered or been volunteered to help cook a great breakfast. If possible plan on attending the 9am service, because we are certain to have a crowd at the 10:30 service.
Plan now to take advantage of all these activities to celebrate with your church family!
May God bless,
John
PS Remember this Saturday to spring forward one hour!!
Thursday, March 6, 2008
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