Pastor's Notes for September 26, 2010

OUR HEARTFELT APPRECIATION to the men who hosted the Fish Fry last Sunday night—to the cooks who brought all the side dishes and desserts—and to the Lord for the good weather and good fellowship. About 67 of us came to Lion’s Park for the get-together.

A NEW ADDRESS
Charles & Maxine Carty
9224 Riggs Lane Apt. B
Overland Park KS 66212 Today was their final day with us.

NEXT WEEK, the first Sunday in October, we celebrate World Communion Sunday. This celebration reminds us that our allegience to the risen Lord connects us with all who confess faith in Christ. This spiritual connection transcends denominational lines, state borders, and national boundaries.

Our October newsletters will also be available.

ENCOURAGE those in our congregation who have been absent from us. Let them know they are missed.

“…let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another….” Hebrews 10:24-25

TODAY WE CONCLUDED a series of sermons on stewardship. This little poster summarizes the primary points!








Reflecting on the Scriptures:
The Rich & True Riches

Luke 16:19-31. The rich man is this parable is blind to the world around him. While he is covered with luxury, the poor man is covered with sores! While he feasts, the poor man starves! The rich man continues to assume dominance even after death but, instead, finds a reversal of circumstances!

1 Timothy 6:6-19. The rich are admonished to set their hopes on God not on earthly wealth, to be attentive to the needs of others—rich in good works, willing to share—thus, storing up treasures in heaven.

Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15. In the midst of adversity continue to hope in the Lord. The direst of circumstances will eventually change for good. Trust in the Lord’s promises.

Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16. Trust in the Lord. Live and abide in the shelter of the Most High. Find refuge, protection, deliverance, and companionship in the Lord. Take hold of life that is really life. Then you are entrusted with true riches!