Jesus was walking along the lake when he invited Peter and Andrew to drop their nets and follow Him. They did and followed Christ, becoming more than just followers. They became great leaders. By taking the risk to follow, they showed that it takes courage to take that initial risk and follow.
The challenge in worship yesterday was to look internally at yourself as a follower of Jesus Christ. Are you willing to "drop your nets" or are you willing to "deny self, take up your cross" and follow? It requires us as individuals and as the church to get out of our comfort zones and to break the potentially lethargic mindset of "that's what I've always done" or "that's what we have always done."
We enjoyed Saturday evening a great night at David and Debbie Melders house as they hosted a youth group summer party and cookout! Thanks Melders for your hospitality!
Yesterday in worship we had the opportunity at Traditional worship to hear the Men's Quartet sing during the special music time. Thank you men for sharing! Davie Melder put together a video sharing Bikes to Hope. (It's also on our church website www.christcommunityumc.org) Here is the link:
Bikes to Hope 2012 at Christ Community
I am in West Virginia now as I get ready for Jurisdictional Conference. I will be here through Friday. Please keep the Conference in your prayers this week as new episcopal leaders will be elected as well current Bishops will receive their new assignments. I am praying that God's will be done here as we discern what God desires for the church. May it truly be a time of Holy Conferencing.
Have a blessed week Church and I look forward to sharing the weekend with you!
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