Brothers and sisters,
Happy Monday to all! Yesterday, we worshipped Almighty God and thanked Him that He is always our generous King. As we continue to work our way through 1 Corinthians, we looked from chapter ten about how we are to make the choices we make in life. All our choices must be based, first, on the true revelation of who God is from the Word of God, the Bible. Then, we are to choose wisely based on our oneness with Christ and His church. We are also to choose wisely based on what is helpful to others so they will come to know and follow Jesus. And finally, and most importantly, we are to choose wisely seeking to glorify God and imitate Christ in all we choose. Those who believe have the Holy Spirt of God living in them to empower them to make these kinds of choices. Growing followers of Jesus evaluate every behavioral choice they make in the light of their desire to bring glory to God.
Continue to pray for Mike Skille as he enters a cardio rehab facility today. Pray for God to give wisdom to his medical providers so they might provide some long-term solutions to the health problem Mike has been dealing with for some time. Pray for strength and peace for Mike and Lori in this journey to health.
Remember to keep praying continually for each other. None of us know fully the burdens our brothers and sisters in Christ might be carrying.
Love being your pastor!
Bob Ray, Pastor, East Madison Baptist Church