Last Night Was AWESOME

Last night was a great night. We celebrated with 45 people who entered the Baptismal waters, personally shared their story of salvation and then were baptized. Each one identified themselves with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. We were able to celebrate with kids, teenagers, singles in their twenties, young couples, and those who are "older."

Last night was even more special because we were joined by Champion Christian Center (currently meeting at South Meck High)! Over 500 people from two different churches came together to worship and celebrate baptism. We were all together...Black, White, Latino, Hispanic and other ethnicities were here! Rich, poor, and middle class. Students, teachers, professionals and blue color were all here. My guess is we even had a few Democrats who came instead of watching the DNC! HA HA

It was a great night!

Many of you asked if we would be doing other things with Champion Christian Center. The answer is yes......we will be doing many other things with them as we continue to Team up with other churches and organizations in our area. Moreover, we are Teaming up with them every Friday as we host the Butler Football Team here for a pre-game meal and devotion time. Both churches are pitching in to help each week.

Last thing about last night....Pastor Lemay wanted me to make sure I shared with you all how much they were blessed and felt welcomed! Great job CSF!

Today's Bible Reading Revelation chapter 2

I love what he says to the church in Ephesus. He takes a few sentences to tell them about all the great things they are doing. Then he says....I do have one issue with you. You are doing all these great things, but, you have left your first love. Meaning, they were doing good things but had forgotten to stay intimately connected to God. They were doing good things but had fallen out of personal devotion with Christ.

It is like being married for a few years and doing all the things you are suppose to do as a spouse....but you wake up one day and the emotional love devotion and connection to your spouse is cold and hum-drum.

When this happens in marriage or in our relationship with Christ....it can be devastating. What is the cure? John tells us very clearly:

1) Recognize the challenge you currently face and be honest about it.
2) Repent....tell God or your spouse you are sorry!
3) Revamp...go back and do the things you use to do when your relationship was new, fresh and vibrant.