About Sunday

Yesterday was a great day of worship and fellowship. I sensed the Holy Spirit moving thru out the service and lives were changed. Something did happen after the service that I haven't quite experienced before. A man came to me, introduced himself, and then proceeded to tell me that he disagreed with virtually everything I had preached. At first, I was a little ticked off - I mean, I don't make this stuff up. But then I was reminded of my sermon where I said one of my fears is not making everyone happy. I guess the Lord was helping me grow. I suggest this man find another church to attend. If he didn't like Sunday's sermon, I certainly don't think he would be comfortable in the other services, right? Anyway, a few observations on yesterday...
1. Dustin Musselman did a wonderful job leading us in worship today. We are so blessed to have a worship minister - Jennifer James - who is not intimidated by talent and takes joy in putting other worship leaders up front.
2. We had more folks respond to the invitation to baptism and membership today. I realize that neither baptism or membership will get you to heaven, but it certainly is fulfilling when someone finds a local family of faith to become a part of.
3. The subject of giving is often a real bone of contention with Christians. Usually, however, the only people who are offended are those that don't give.
4. Although we don't give for the purpose of receiving anything back, it is true that the more MVC has given to support missions (both local and international), the more we have been blessed - financially, numerically, spiritually, etc...
5. I believe that God has so much in store for us that we couldn't handle it if we were to know about it. I have no doubts that He wants to use MVC as a catalyst to change WNC for the cause of Christ. Aren't you glad you're on board? I certainly am!!!!!!!
Hope you all have a truly blessed week. I look forward to seeing you all soon!!! Invite someone to church with you next weekend...

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