Desperation

“Desperation” is the name of our final series in the book of James. In light of all the trials, temptations and troubling behavior that James says is taking place in the church of that day, what is the best response? Prayer! “Desperation” is a series that calls us to pray with tenacity, intensity and certainty.  While those may not be words that characterize your prayer life, they should be! This passage will point the way in praying with desperation while promising the results that come from that kind of praying. Get desperate about God!
    Next week is Father’s Day! I’ve got a special challenge to all families for next Sunday. Why don’t you (in addition to all the other things you do for Dad on that day) bring trunk loads of groceries so that we can feed the many hurting families in our area? You’d be amazed at how many families are in need because of the economy and some of them are fatherless families. On March 8, we filled Campus West storehouse with food. We need to do it again. Hundreds of families are now finding that our church’s 6Stones Mission Network is able to provide food and clothing – and God is blessing. Over the last ten days prior to this writing, we saw more than 15 people accept Christ through this ministry. It is time to re-stock and Dad would love nothing better than to see those groceries go to families in need.
    Vacation Bible School begins this Monday!  This is a vital time of reaching families, friends, and acquaintances for Christ. Let’s not miss the opportunities before us in the days ahead!

Comments

[Charlie Martin]

Pastor John,

Thank you for faithfully expounding and accurately applying the Word of God. You helped make Father's day a wonderful occasion to celebrate.

Grace and peace to you,

Charlie Martin