Something strange happens at Parkway every July. It doesn't make sense. I can't explain it, but it happens. In July, we see as many new families attend as any other time of the year. In July, we see people take their next steps toward maturity in Christ. In July, God works. Many of us may be on vacation, by the Lord isn't. He works in July.
Sunday was no different. We had 12 Orange Bags picked up at Parkway Victoria. That means 12 new families stopped by and got information on how they can connect to the life of the church. Who would have thought that we'd have this type of response on July 9? I didn't, but I am so glad that we did. Today, was a great first day to be at Parkway Church!
The kick off to The Minors could not have been any better...the response in worship...the engagement of the people...the connection to the message. It was a great start to a potentially life-changing series.
Now, for some things that I wish I said:
- If you have never studied the Minor Prophets, you aren't alone.
- I love the focused message found in each of the Minors.
- Minor has nothing to do with the impact of their message, but speaks to the length of the message.
- The Church today needs a Haggai - a Godly man with a bold, clear message.
- Loved the question God asked the people to consider - how's the good life working for you?
- Can you relate to the cycle of frustration that Haggai confronted? Of course, you can. We all can.
- Self-absorbed living in empty and vain.
- Procrastinating zaps today of it's potential and tomorrow of it's hope.
- Ready for change? Be strong in the Lord.
- Get to work. Change isn't a one-time decision. It's a commitment to do the work with God.
- Know that I am with you. You aren't alone. He is with you!
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