Let's Get Busy!

As is typical with spring, the new life brings new activity. New activity often feels like increased busyness and if we are not careful, can in fact just be busywork. Busy work might keep us distracted from things we don't want to deal with, but never leads us anywhere good long term. We want to be focused on not just doing stuff, but rather following Jesus into the work He has called us to do to build His kingdom. Meaningful work that accomplishes His call for our lives and fills our soul with purpose, excitement, and contentment. I say all this, because the next couple of weeks leading up to Easter will be filled with lots of new activity. I want you to know that these activities are not just ways to stay busy. These activities have been decided on, after much prayer and consideration, and are without a doubt God ordained events that Jesus has called us into. So when you look at the calendar over the next month and see all that is going on, be encouraged that God is doing something new and unique among us. Know that you are a part of this movement, and are encouraged to participate any way you feel led. Here is a breakdown of a few of the key events coming up. 

April 2: Family Fun Night. Let’s have some good ole fashioned family fun. Family Fun Night is a time for us as a family to gather, eat, play and just enjoy each other! This is important as we contend for all Jesus is doing in our community. Come join in all the fun! Feel free to bring a dish to share. 

April 4-6: A Weekend of Encounter with Rob McCorkle. Rob will be at Breath of Heaven in Jamestown, with us at First Church and at our missional Life Group in Celina ministering and pouring out for us. Check the Church calendar below for all the dates and times. 

April 13 & April 20th: Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday. The greatest celebration in the history of the world. Invite your friends and family to come celebrate the resurrection with us. These Sundays we remember and focus upon His glory and splendor revealed in His sacrifice on the cross and resurrection from the grave. You don’t want to miss this. 

April 23: Breakthrough Night of Miracles, Healing and Impartation. We are setting aside a Wednesday night in April to seek the Lord for a breakthrough in our lives. We are taking time this evening to pray specifically for breakthrough and healing. This is most certainly open to the community. Invite someone who needs a touch from the Lord. (all of us)

May 1: National Day of Prayer. For the last 3 years we have as a Church body hosted the National Day of Prayer Overton County Chapter on Livingston City Square. This is a powerful time from 11:30am-1:00pm where we gather with leaders from our county to pray for the soul of our county and country. It has always been a pivotal time of seeking the Lord. All are invited. 

I told you! The month of April is packed with events the Lord has ordained for us! Again this is not busy work or just stuff to do. So please consider participating in as much as you are able. Your presence is always enjoyed and appreciated as we labor together for Awakening in Appalachia. 

Love, 

Pastor John