- God says, “…call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me.” Psalm 50:15 NIV
- “Why are you so downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for yet I will praise him, my Savior and my God.” Psalm 42:5-6a NIV
- “Surely God is my help; the Lord is the one who sustains me.” Psalm 54:4 NIV
- “Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall.” Psalm 55:22
- “Cast all your anxiety on him (God) because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 NIV

Wow! What marvelous reminders for all of us! I hope they help you this week. So, read through them again; cast all our cares on God; all of them and embrace His reassuring and sustaining power and peaceful presence today. Remember, God is greater (1 John 4:4)! Love ya’ll – Doug

The Story will be the focus of upcoming sermons, discussed in Life Groups, and a part of the children’s and youth programming. The book will be made available for families to read together and discuss. You will also be able to follow Doug’s blog, online at our website, for additional insight and encouragement.

The Story is a brand new resource that makes the Bible more readable and understandable than ever!

All the stories of the Bible have been collected from a contemporary translation of the Bible and placed in chronological order, so that the Bible reads like a book! Each chapter is connected with the last, creating a seamless narrative of God’s great deeds and dealings with mankind.

As a church, we will begin reading the first chapter during the week of July 14 in preparation for the first sermon, “Creation: The Beginning of Life” on Sunday, July 21.

Books will be available beginning Sunday, June 30 for $10.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT “THE STORY”

Turn to John 15:1-17 and let’s ponder this, what is the overall impression of the church – good or bad? Bad, isn’t it? In our life lived; do others see Jesus in us? I wonder! No we’re not perfect, but are we so connected with Jesus that others want what we’ve got – a life-transforming relationship with Jesus that is bearing fruit for Him?

Jesus Is! Are We? Ponder this and then come this Sunday as we discuss it further.

Love ya so much! – Doug

$75,000 has been collected for the Worship Center Remodel.

We want to share our deep appreciation for all you have and will contribute to this project. Without your donations of financial sacrifice and time this would not be possible. We plan to start the remodel June 16. After 30 years, we believe it’s time. We are making plans and setting dates for all the projects that need to be done. Skilled painters, electricians, and carpenters are needed. If you have experience in these areas, please give your contact information to the church office or Information Central.

Initial Timeline for the Church Remodel: June 16th – June 18th Pews are to be picked up.

Wednesday, June 19th – Church Workday tearing out the carpet and setting up the Family Life Center for Worship Services.

Sunday, June 23 & 30 and July 7 & 14* Worship Services will be held in the Family Life Center at 9:00 AM and 10:45 AM. *There will be No Middle School, High School or Adult Classes during these dates.

More information will be available as we approach the start and as the work of the remodel unfolds.

We met our goal, but realize projects of this nature typically run over budget, and there is more we could do to transform the Worship Center. If you feel so lead to continue to give, please be sure your contributions are designated as “Worship Center Remodel”.

Continue Giving To The Remodel Fund

Pick a Pew – If you are interested in owning a pew from our worship center, they are available for a donation to the Worship Center remodel. Simply contact the church office to reserve a pew in your name. Pews will need to be picked up between June 16 – 18.

Come join us as we explore 10 of life’s borders and directives given to us by God!

Praying & Praising! – Doug

Read Exodus 20:1-20

Consider these words from John 1:14, 18 NIV, “The Word (context; Word = Jesus) became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth…No one have ever seen God, but God the One and Only, who is at the Father’s side, has made him known.” Jesus IS! Are WE? In other words, as we see Jesus so we see God! So, in our life lived, do others see Jesus, or better yet, see God in our day-to-day lives? Jesus IS! Are WE?

Come join us as we examine the answer. See ya Sunday friends! And don’t forget, our God is greater! Love ya – Doug

Dick shared with us in Sunday School today that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s 2 years ago and is starting to see some signs that its progressing.

“As we worshiped the Lord today, with tears streaming down my face, I had some stern words for the Lord. Why Lord?! It’s not fair Lord!!! He’s such a good man – such a wonderful father and husband – such a servant for you – he has served the congregation for so many years……I cried and complained…..the Lord listened and comforted.

After the message, during the invitation time, I felt the Lord’s gentle push to go back a few pews where Dick, Lorraine and some of their children were. I gave him a hug and told him I loved him. He asked if I would go down front with him so he could share with the congregation what he is facing. I was honored to do so!!!

As I sit here, again with tears streaming down my face, I know that the Lord doesn’t give us more than we can handle. Each of us is given strength for THIS task, for THIS day, for THIS season. Just as he gave Israel just enough manna for THAT day he will give Dick and Lorraine along with their family the ‘manna’ for THAT day!”

- Shelia Arnett

Go check it out here: http://www.ocala.com/article/20130227/ARTICLES/130229702

Beginning Wednesday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m. in room 417 – Sign up at Information Central on Sunday Mornings.