March 2010
I love a good party. When a friend has a birthday party, I will be there. As a pastor, weddings may be the most enjoyable events that I participate in. Our annual church Christmas potluck may be the widest assortment of good food that I ever eat. I love spending time with good friends and laughing together.
Would it surprise you to know that God loves a good party and that Christians should be the most celebratory people around? God established the Sabbath as a way to break from work and celebrate that we are much more than our work. The Hebrews had excellent musicians who created celebrations and led them. Jesus launched his public ministry at a wedding party. He also attended a dinner party to celebrate the conversion and beginning of the new life of a despised tax collector, demonstrating what true joy is all about (Luke 5:27-39).
We had a wonderful celebration at church at the end of February. Seven young believers professed their faith publicly through baptism. Each of them gave moving testimonies of God’s work in their lives. We also received a handful of new church members who have committed to be part of our church family. Each person is a wonderful reminder that God is living and active and working in the lives of his people. That is something to remember and to celebrate.
Everyone is welcome at Crossroads… we strive to be a church that celebrates God’s goodness. We’ve been teaching through the Gospel of John. Here’s our sermon schedule for this month:
March 7 The Fruitful and Joyful Life
March 14 Hated
March 21 God, the Holy Spirit
March 28 Intense Prayer
We hope to see you very soon!
Kevin