~~ BLESSINGS ~~
The year that is drawing towards its close, has been filled with the blessings of fruitful fields and healthful skies. To these bounties, which are so constantly enjoyed that we are prone to forget the source from which they come, others have been added, which are of so extraordinary a nature, that they cannot fail to penetrate and soften even the heart which is habitually insensible to the ever watchful providence of Almighty God.
Abraham Lincoln’s Thanksgiving proclamation
Have we become insensible to the blessings of our Lord? The first breath we take in the morning, the warmth of the hand that holds ours when we need comfort, the promises of Scripture that lift our weary hearts? Perhaps the way we live this coming season could be our testimonies to our friends and family.
How will we spend our money? How will we spend our time? What will our Christmas cards reflect about how we view the Christmas season? The way we celebrate the birth of Christ, our Lord and Savior, may be used of God to soften insensible hearts. Many hearts no longer are even acquainted with “Providence” nor do they know as much about the manger as they do about the sales on Black Friday. Many families have enjoyed bounty this year, but some have suffered loss. To whom do they turn when their hearts become hard due to the weariness of life? Let us not forget to give “the Source” credit for the blessings of life. Let us not forget to represent the blessings of the One from whom we receive the greatest blessings. Let our lights shine during this Christmas season so that we help to melt the hearts of such a busy world, to slow their pace, and to remind them of the loving Almighty God who gave His only Son so that whether in feast or famine, we would have a warmth inside of us to kindle the love God has placed in our hearts.
Merry Christmas,
Pastor Paul and Joy
The year that is drawing towards its close, has been filled with the blessings of fruitful fields and healthful skies. To these bounties, which are so constantly enjoyed that we are prone to forget the source from which they come, others have been added, which are of so extraordinary a nature, that they cannot fail to penetrate and soften even the heart which is habitually insensible to the ever watchful providence of Almighty God.
Abraham Lincoln’s Thanksgiving proclamation
Have we become insensible to the blessings of our Lord? The first breath we take in the morning, the warmth of the hand that holds ours when we need comfort, the promises of Scripture that lift our weary hearts? Perhaps the way we live this coming season could be our testimonies to our friends and family.
How will we spend our money? How will we spend our time? What will our Christmas cards reflect about how we view the Christmas season? The way we celebrate the birth of Christ, our Lord and Savior, may be used of God to soften insensible hearts. Many hearts no longer are even acquainted with “Providence” nor do they know as much about the manger as they do about the sales on Black Friday. Many families have enjoyed bounty this year, but some have suffered loss. To whom do they turn when their hearts become hard due to the weariness of life? Let us not forget to give “the Source” credit for the blessings of life. Let us not forget to represent the blessings of the One from whom we receive the greatest blessings. Let our lights shine during this Christmas season so that we help to melt the hearts of such a busy world, to slow their pace, and to remind them of the loving Almighty God who gave His only Son so that whether in feast or famine, we would have a warmth inside of us to kindle the love God has placed in our hearts.
Merry Christmas,
Pastor Paul and Joy
"For the Law was given through Moses; grace and truth were realized through Jesus Christ." John 1:17
At Hope we fully recognize the importance of the Law of God. But we also know that old Law has been superseded by a new one: Jesus. He no longer requires external behaviors as a sign of spirituality. He longs for and offers a transforming liberation of the hearts of man. Come join us as we grow in His grace, mercy, and forgiveness. Find out what real freedom can mean to you.
Blessings,
Blessings,
Hope Baptist Church
Pastor Paul Vander Vliet
50 Flanders Bartley Road
Flanders NJ 07836
Phone: 267 934 2482
http://www.hope-baptist.com
information@hope-baptist.com
Pastor Paul Vander Vliet
50 Flanders Bartley Road
Flanders NJ 07836
Phone: 267 934 2482
http://www.hope-baptist.com
information@hope-baptist.com
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