It is such a joy to gather together, as the people of God, on Sunday morning! It is a blessing to see every face, to share a smile with friends, and to gather to worship Almighty God in “spirit and truth.” The Psalmist reminds us, “how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” (Psalm 133:1). Paul reminds us that we are also to “encourage one another and build one another up,” (I Thessalonians 5:11), while James admonishes us to “pray for one another,” (James 5:16). We are family and we are blessed to be travelling this journey “home” towards Heaven, together!
Yet, Christ reminds us that we are also to “go therefore and make disciples,” (Matthew 28:19). I want to take as many people with us on this journey home as possible – and that is our calling from the Lord! For many of our Sunday mornings at church, we have plenty of places to sit – but not every Sunday. As we look to grow the Kingdom of God, we must help make room at the “table” for all! I Corinthians 3:11 plainly tells us, “For no one can lay a foundation other than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ,” and it is always the Lord that adds to the church (Acts 2:47). I do not want to be a hindrance in any way to the kingdom of God growing!
Therefore, beginning September 15th – we will be adding an additional Sunday Morning Worship Service beginning at 9 am. It will be exactly like the 10:30 am service, (same style, same message), with the exception that there will be no “Orange” program (Sunday School/Children’s Church) for the kids at the earlier service. I’m sure there are details yet to be worked out, and I know it will “cost” something for our church to reach out in this way – however, adding an additional service is not about loss (subtraction) or division – it is about multiplication! I pray we can grow not only the Kingdom of God in reaching souls thru new opportunities, but I pray we can also grow in our love, prayers, and unity with every brother and sister in Christ. May God bless us in all we strive to do for Him and His Glory!
Pastor Chris
Starting September 15, 2024
9 am to 10 am – Early Worship
10:30 to 11:30 – Morning Worship
10:30 to 11:30 – Orange Kids Program
785-202-1119
christopherjmurphy1@gmail.com
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