The Heat is On!

Hot! That's all I can say. It is just plain hot!! The scorching weather we have been having lately can also be viewed as the way Satan turns up the heat when he tempts us to do things that aren't pleasing to God. Temptation can lead to a very uncomfortable situation, not only for the folks around the person, but for the person in general. Satan likes to see us squirm. We have to remember to keep our cool and allow God to work through us. By doing so, we allow God to be in control and by His loving grace, He puts the flames out. The only fire we should ever have going is the one that sets us on fire for Jesus!

I have some information regarding the 30 hour famine the youth participated in last weekend. So far they have raised $250.00. I don't have to total calculations yet, but will update you when I do. Story has it that they had a wonderful time. Not eating for a while was a little difficult, but they pulled through and did a marvelous job! All things are possible through Christ who strengthens me. He never gives us more than we can handle. Much applause again to the youth and all those involved with this mission for world hunger!

Next Sunday promises to be a busy day. The deacons will start their Sunday morning with a deacon's meeting at 8am. Remember to mark it on your calendar.

Also, the children's and youth committees will meet next Sunday, Aug. 6th. Children's committee meeting will begin at 4pm followed immediately by the youth committee meeting at 4:30.

We should also keep in mind that the nominating committee is hard at work trying to find folks to fill positions in our church. Please allow the Lord to speak to you and find the right place for you to do His work in our church. There is a job for everyone!

I hope your week has been wonderful. Please remember to keep those that are sick, bereaved, shut-in, in our military and positions of leadership in our country in your prayers. We should also remember to keep our pastor and his family in our prayers as well. Moving is never a fun and easy thing to do. I hope they (as well as our former pastor and his wife) are getting all settled in.

May God continue to bless each and everyone of you. Take care and enjoy the rest of your week!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)