HABAKKUK

Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Savior.  Habakkuk 3:17-18

This past Sunday we had a wonderful morning worship service in our church.  Even though our pastor did not preach, the Spirit of the Lord was definitely in the sanctuary.  Of course the service contained worship songs, but there were many other facets to the worship time.  A baby dedication took place as we witnessed a couple dedicating their two daughters to the Lord.  The grandparents are in Paul's Sunday School class, and they were so excited and happy for this event in the life of their family. 

The church brought in a number of new members.  It was especially moving because one of those who became a member was born into an atheist family.  The Lord certainly has moved in both her and her husband's life.  They are a young couple, and I'm sure the Lord is going to use them mightily in the years to come.  Along with the baby dedication and the induction of new members, there was also a baptismal service.   Some younger children were baptized followed by two men who were probably in their 30s.  To hear the testimony of these two men was extremely moving.  The Lord has worked in their lives in a marvelous way. The verses that were shared by one of the young men is the passage that is quoted above.  It just thrilled our hearts to see these younger people taking these giant steps in their Christian faith.  The service concluded with communion which is always a very sacred time.

May we continue to see young people making a strong commitment for the Lord and growing in their Christian faith.

Blessings and Encouragement,

Paul, Gail, Patsy and Penny