Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs,
with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do,
in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,
giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Colossians 3:16-17
I was thinking this week as we wrapped up Family Camp, that this is what church life is like when God’s people come together to worship Him and we get a glimpse of His glorious faithfulness. I thought about that as I watched you all worship and interact and serve and encourage one another. As I watched, I was mindful that within our congregation are people who have suffered great loss, faced great trials, grieved deeply and yet still rejoice in Christ. Specifically, I was thinking of the dear brother who recently lost his wife and his children who desperately miss their mother. I thought of a young girl in our congregation who just faced a really big trial. I though of those who are struggling in marriage or struggling with kids, or singles facing temptation. I looked across the room and saw a sister I know is in chronic pain, a brother who lost his leg to cancer yet remains full of joy, and several families wearied from taking care of aging parents or grieving the loss of a parent! I look in these dear faces, and I see the grace of God at work in a thousand different ways. And I am reminded in all these stories that He is enough! Then add to that the story of young adults we have watched grow into leader who love to serve others, and all I can say is, “God is good! Praise be to His Name”
What a privilege it is, dear church family, to serve with you alongside my faithful brother elders. It reminds me just how truly blessed I am. And oh yes, how grateful for all of you for the many ways you help enrich my life in Christ
Praising God for His faithfulness at work in our Congregation.
Pastor S Scott Lee