Connecting the Dots

Good Wednesday to you!

Connecting the dots on a page is a lot easier than connecting the dots in life. Yet, if we want a deeper, more meaningful life, that is exactly what we must do. For some, like the woman at the well, it doesn't take long to figure out who Jesus is and what He offers those who believe. For some it can take a couple of days. For some, it takes a lifetime.

It is important for us to be able to articulate our own process of connecting the dots, trusting that God is at work transforming us into Jesus' image. During that time, we may find ourselves in situations or places where we are uncomfortable (think the disciples in Samaria).

Knowing we are created in God's image, (Origin – Where do we come from?) knowing why we are here, (Meaning – to live in a reconciled life with God knowing we are loved and forgiven) knowing how we should live, (Ethics – living within God's moral framework while punctuating it with grace) and knowing where we are going (Destiny – a life lived in the Kingdom of God in eternity) provides the peace and contentment needed to enjoy the abundant life Jesus promises those who believe!

I hope you have been able to share with someone your "connect the dots" story, and I hope you are pursuing the transformed life that allows others to see Jesus in you. I also hope you have identified three people (one from each sphere of influence in your life – family, co-workers, and neighbors) and have begun praying for them and for an opportunity to ask them if they ever think about spiritual things. While our faith is very personal, it should never be private! Good news is to be shared. Next Sunday we are going to learn that we can take Jesus at His word, looking at John 4:43-54.

On another topic, this Sunday we will be praying for Megan as she heads to Cameroon. There will be a dinner on Sunday night hosted by her family, and everyone is invited. However, there is a catch – YOU NEED TO RSVP! You can do that by clicking here. Please continue to pray for us as we search for a new Director of Children's Ministries!

We apologize for the technical difficulties on Sunday. If you would like to watch the service again or missed it the first time, click here.

I hope your week is filled with blessing!

Grace and peace,
Pastor David

(P.S. He is still rien! :) )

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