Order of Worship
August 3, 2025

A Message From the Pastor:

     The weather is becoming hot and there aren't much we southerners like to complain about more than hot weather!  Maybe mosquitoes, or traffic...complaining, grumbling, expressing our state of dissatisfaction can really rob us of the joy  we have in Jesus.  Small, insignificant things cause us to lose sight of the great blessings we have because of our relationship with Jesus.  The apostle Paul in his letter to the Philippians, expresses his appreciation for their renewed concern for him.  He knew they cared for him, even though they had not had an opportunity truly express that concern, He expresses his feelings by saying, " Not that I speak from (any personal) need, for I have learned to be content (and self-sufficient through Christ, satisficed to the point where I am not disturbed or uneasy) regardless of my circumstances." (Philippians 4:11 AMP). A Christians sense of contentment and satisfaction is not to be based on our circumstances, but rather in Christ.  I don't know the author of this little poem, but it helps to put things into perspective.

• "Someone is taking their last breath in a hospital bed today, and you're frustrated sitting in traffic.

• Someone is spending their first night alone after years of love and you're annoyed your spouse left dishes in the sink.

• Someone is burying their baby that they carried for 9 months, and you're upset your child spilled milk on the couch.

• Someone is wishing for just one more conversation with their dad, and you're rolling your eyes at his advice.

• Perspective is everything. Appreciate the little things because one day they will be the big things."

The next time the weather is too hot or the line is to long at the store, count your blessings instead of complaining.

God Bless, love you all!

Bro. Scott