Hey it's Pastor Jeremy and welcome to our newsletters devotional. I will try to keep this one short for everyone. I also promise to add something cool at the end (a music video). So today I was listening to my Google music app and a song came on that really touched me and made me think of scripture. It is funny how songs have the power to change your moods and thoughts. You can be driving along thinking one thing, and a song comes on and completely change your thinking. The words of this particular song by Hillsong made me think about the scripture when Jesus had authority over the storm.
In Mark 4 Jesus and his disciples are in a boat and they're just about to cross the sea. In verse 37 it says this. "A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion." I love that picture, that even in the most furious of storms, Jesus is at peace and he's at rest.
I think that's because He knows the authority that He has over even the most serious storm. In verse 39 it says "He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”
The song I was listening to is called 'In Control', it speaks to the fact that even when it seems that everything is out of control, we have the assurance that Jesus is in control, that He has authority over all things. It is the same as with this scripture. So often we try to do things the way we want, but Jesus is saying just give me control. Let me work in your life and change you to be more like me. So that's my prayer for us, that we’d find encouragement in the fact that Jesus has our back, that even the wind and waves obey Him, so we can put our trust in Him knowing that He is good and faithful.
Now that you have read the devotional, take 5 minutes and listen to the song below. It is amazing. Also remember to check back next week for our next newsletter and devotional thought.
Wednesday Night Fellowship + Kids Program:
Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm. Come join us for an evening for every age! The children will be experiencing pirate themed lessons on treasures in heaven. Chelsea will be doing a study on, “What is a church member?” Bryant will be doing a study on the book of Judges. Please utilize our invitations to invite people you think would benefit from attending!
Wednesday Food Sign up:
So let's talk about food and Bible Study, we would love for you to join us on Wednesday for dinner and Bible study. If you enjoy our time together please also consider inviting your friends. The more we have the merrier it will be. To make sure we have everything we need, here is the link for this week Wednesday, August 22nd. If you would like to sign up for next week here is the sign up sheet for that. Wednesday September 5th.
Fall Festival:
Saturday, October 27 from 2-6pm. Save the date for this fun outreach event that our church will be doing. REMINDER: There will be a meeting after church THIS Sunday if you want to get involved in the planning process. We’ll let you know about the ways you can get involved (besides inviting everyone you know!!!) :)
Children's Christmas Program Planning:
We'll be meeting on Sunday, September 2 during Sunday school to make a few plans for the Children's Christmas Program. Join us!
Special Sunday, September 9th:
Come September 9th for a Sunday Special. We will have District Superintendent Tom Taylor preaching. It should be a wonderful time of fellowship and worship. This is a great Sunday to invite your friends to.
Men’s Retreat:
September 14-16, $150 at Palomar Christian Conference Center. The men of the SoCal District will be gathering to be encouraged and inspired by former General Superintendent, Dr. Jerry Porter. This will be a great time to get to know other men in the church and grow in your relationship with God. Talk to Bryant with any questions.
Offering:
To all those who give during our service or online, THANK YOU!!! The money you give goes to helping our community and the global church. If you missed giving this week, just visit our giving page here and give online.
We also are set up to receive Faith Promise through our online giving here just make sure that you select Faith Promise instead of general offering.
Tithing is a discipline that will strengthen your faith and the church cannot function properly without your support. If you consider Mount Carmel your church home, please pray about being obedient to the Lord in this way.
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