calvary updates 09/05

Are we saying goodbye to summer?

Cooler weather has definitely visited us the last few days. I have enjoyed a reprieve from the heat! Istart to enjoy the cooler weather, but then I put the dampers on that refreshing moment by reminding myself that the cold is coming and I have unfinished outdoor projects. In my mind I begin to scramble to map out how I will complete them all in time.

Doesn't it seem like we scramble too often? We battle to remain calm because there always seems to be a ""to do list" occupying the planning space of our brain.

Life and it's responsibilities do bring a tension that must be managed. For the Christian what resources have we been given to navigate this? A few come to my mind rather quickly: 1) Pray without ceasing. Commit your day and the tasks ahead to the Lord.

2) Thank God in advance for His provision as you pray expectantly that God will provide for your daily needs or daily bread. 3) Practice a faith response to each day's "to do list." "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him" (Hebrews 11:6). 4) Meditate on the promises of God to strengthen your faith. "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11). "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight" (Proverbs 3:5,6). 4) We never walk through life alone. "Lo, I am with you always even to the end of the age" (Matthew 28:20).

Men's Breakfast September 6th at 8:30am. We will be joined by some special guests that Saturday. Please note Broadway St is going to be closed for the Marigold parade and the side streets near it. So you will need to wind your way east or west of the parade area to reach the church.

Women's Evening Flourish Monday September 8th from 6-7:30 pm.

Adult/Teen Challenge October 5th the men will be visiting us in our morning service

Harvest Festival October 10th Friday at 5:30pm, our 3rd annual.

New Member's Class October 12th immediately after church.

Bible Reading Plan - Chronological can be found at biblestudytools.com

Before what significant event did Jesus share his promise in Matthew 28:20? I quoted it in point four above.

So glad to share with you today through this post. If you have a need or prayer request, feel free to reach out to me via email gfwinfrey@gmail.com or call me, my number is below.

In Jesus joy,

Pastor Frank Winfrey

309-645-9621