The Thanksgiving Opportunity

In his book ‘Jesus, Lord of Your Personality,’ pastor Bob Russell points out that having a lot doesn’t tend to produce a grateful spirit . . .

  “Generally speaking, the more we have, the less grateful we are. It should be the opposite; the more we have, the more thankful we should be. But it usually doesn’t work that way, does it? . . . A wise man prayed, 'Give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. Otherwise, I may have too much and disown you and say, ’Who is the Lord?’ Or I may become poor and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God’ (Proverbs 30:8-9). “It is a rare person who, when his cup frequently runs over, can give thanks to God instead of complaining about the limited size of his mug!”

Be intentional this Thanksgiving. Set aside time to thank God for His blessings and for WHO HE IS. His unchanging love, His compassion, His mercy that is new every morning. And join me this Sunday for the last part of sermon series “COME HUNGRY: Pushing Away from the Table.” 

Giving to the 2011 WMO

Let’s give generously this year. With the economic challenges, what we give will mean more than ever. Our family is praying about how we can give sacrificially over and beyond what we think is possible. I want to encourage you to do the same for the glory of God and for the good of others.

It’s an honor to serve as your pastor.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Jim