I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word I hope
Psalm 130:5, ESV
The gospel was written down, both the prophecies predicting Christ and His life death, and resurrection. Let us believe and wait on the Lord who is returning!
We added another elder this year, and we have seen the spiritual attacks. I know of a couple other churches that have grown and added elders, and they, too, have had interesting seasons.
Our Adversary hates unity and love, so may we pray for all churches, especially those sticking to biblical standards.
Daniel
This Sunday at Church I want to encourage you to do the following: Pray for any Church you know going through the Process of Having a New Elder.
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
Ephesians 2:8-9, ESV
God saves us by His grace. All we are asked to do is believe that Jesus’ death and resurrection have us that grace.
For if you forgive others for their transgressions, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.
Matthew 6:14, LSB
We are able to forgive because Christ first forgave us, so let us forgive others that they may come to know the grace of God and have hope for eternity.
Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart
Psalms 119:2, NIV
God has revealed Himself and His standard for our lives in Scripture, and He demonstrated it by coming to us as one of us. May we seek this God and serve Him well, with the help of the Holy Spirit.
Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
2 Corinthians 9:7, ESV
As our Lord gave His life for us knowing the reward on the other side, so we help the Church and those in need by giving generously, knowing our reward is eternity with the One who loves us.
Do we truly love the Lord our God with all our hearts, souls, minds, and strengths? Maybe I can help with the mind part, at least! This is Daniel M. Klem, apparent poet, reluctant yet passionate Disciple (Peter?), and foolish man attempting to understand theology!