Pastor's Note

Here it is, October and fall is upon us. The cool mornings, the thoughts of bonfires and smores fill our minds. We enjoy the peace of those nights. But then something brings us back to reality. There is pain and suffering all around us, as well as arguments and division. Paul in his letter to the church in Philippi, ends with this. Rejoice in the Lord. But how. How do we rejoice when there is so much in life to pull us down. 

First, we need to stand firm. Stand firm in being like Christ. Have the same mindset as God, Christ and the Holy Spirit. We are not going to see eye to eye with everyone. This does not mean give in. it means to have the mindset of Christ in your discussions. Don’t fight dirty, but talk with love and understanding.

Next, we need to pray often. Especially when disagreements happen, we need to pray for understanding and discernment. In the coming season of family and friends, do not let anxiety get in your way. Give it all to God. Let Him have your burdens. As we put our lives and minds, and souls and strength in God, we will have peace. ⁶ Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; ⁷ and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Lastly, we need to think well of things. ask God to guard your mind against those things that cloud your relationship with Him. Focus on filling your thoughts with the Holy Spirit, meditate on these things. This will again lead to peace in your life. And a more vibrant Christian life. And the God of peace will be with you.

God bless; Pastor David