Still Under Construction!

Yes, our new multipurpose facility that ground was broken on Easter 2012, is still under construction. Weather delays, changes in a few sub contractors, and just the normal delays, and we are still waiting to receive a completed building. We believe by mid May, we will receive it and then will have to do some of our additions and modifications and of course move our stuff into it. We will be adding a sound system, video projection system, as well as stage lighting before we can use the facility to worship. I would recommend you take a walk over to the building via our new covered walkway tying in the existing buildings. For now, there is no roof on it, but it should be there soon, at least you can walk on the nice wide sidewalk. After all, the building is still under construction!

Then, as most of you are aware, we are discussing the future renovation of our current sanctuary. The scope of the project is not complete, but we are hoping to enlarge the platform area, where the choir can be seated on the same platform with the organ, piano, and pulpits, and extend our communion rail. We also hope to have pews for seating, stain glass windows, and new flooring. We also hope to remodel the foyer, by enlarging it by utilizing the existing kitchen space, as well as remodel the bathrooms. Then, we will be able to remodel the existing fellowship hall, to accommodate new adult Sunday School Classrooms, etc. Again, we will have to be patient, as these facilities will be under construction.

But, the greatest construction program around here is on our lives. Each of us is still in process of being recreated into the image of Christ our Lord. 1 Peter 2 says: “you, also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” I like that verse: “being built”. I know I may be in process of becoming a “new creation”, but I know God is not finished with me yet. And may I be bold enough to say as your pastor, I think all of us have not yet arrived, but still under construction. The problem arises, when we think we're just fine the way we are, so we don't allow God to work in us. What even happens sometimes, is that some of us don't see anything wrong with us just the way we are. Of course, we ignore the carnage left behind as we slash and burn going through life. No wonder some people simply avoid us.

My next sermon series will be focusing on Christians Under Construction. I will examine: Why Renovate? The Master Architect and Plan; A Proper Foundation; Choosing the Right Construction Team; Using the Best Materials; and Furnishing it with Love. I know I need a lot of work in becoming the person, the pastor, the husband, the dad, I need to be. Hope you will also be preparing your heart and life to be Under Construction! See you in your place of worship,

August 19th Sermon Download Available

Today's sermon, Twinkle Twinkle Little Light is now available as a free MP3 download from our website. http://tinyurl.com/5j6nl3. This is part of Brother Chris' Then Sings My Soul sermon series.

July 22nd and July 29th Sermon Downloads Available

Todays's sermon, The Power of Praise and last Sunday's sermon, Crown Him Lord, are now available as a free MP3 download from our website. http://tinyurl.com/5j6nl3. This is part of Brother Chris' Then Sings My Soul sermon series.

July 8th & 15th Sermon Downloads Available

Yesterday's sermon, Blessed Assurance and last Sunday's sermon, Nearer My God, To Thee, are now available as a free MP3 download from our website. http://tinyurl.com/5j6nl3. This is part of Brother Chris' Then Sings My Soul sermon series.

May 6, 2012 Sermon Download Available

Last Sunday's sermon, Surviving the Storms, is now available as a free MP3 download from our website. http://tinyurl.com/5j6nl3. This is part of Brother Chris' Game of Life sermon series.

September 18, 2011 Sermon Download Available

This morning's sermon, The Power of Forgiveness, is now available for free download from our website. http://tinyurl.com/5j6nl3. This is part of Brother Chris' sermon series of on the Parables of Jesus.

May 8, 2011 - Sermon Download

This morning's sermon, The Apostle's Creed 2: The Father, Maker of Heaven and Earth, is now available for free download from our website. http://tinyurl.com/5j6nl3

March 13, 2011 Sermon Download Available

Yesterday morning's sermon, I AM The Light of the World, is now available for free download from our website. http://tinyurl.com/5j6nl3

40 Days of Purpose

The Purpose Driven Life

Beginning September 12th, Brother Chris will begin a new sermon series based on the book, The Purpose Driven Life by Pastor Rick Warren. This study will help you understand why you are alive and God’s amazing plan for you both now and for eternity.

For those who have already read the book, it will be a wonderful boost as we get Brother Chris' unique insights on the already familiar text. For those who have not read the book, prepare for a wonderful, life-changing experience.

We have copies available for purchase at church or you can get your own copy in various formats (softcover, hardcover, audio, even as an e-book) from Amazon.com.

From Brother Chris:

40 Days of Purpose

I am thrilled to describe to you what I pray will be one of the most significant emphases that our church might be involved in. During this 6 week program, I am encouraging all of us to discover what God's purpose for our lives might be, using four tools.

These tools include: Sunday Worship and message, a small group study, daily inspirational reading and Scripture memory verses. What a powerful time this will be if our entire community would have a single focus and purpose during these "40 days."

We will be using a guide, Rev. Rick Warren's best selling book, The Purpose Driven Life. What do I want you to do?

• First, be praying that our participation in this program will transform our individual lives as well as the life of the church.
• Second, get the book and be ready to read one short chapter a day.
• Third, commit to attending our worship services beginning September 12th.
• And fourth, commit to attending one of the small group sessions, Rev. Byron and I will lead. For those already involved in a Sunday morning class, stay there, but join us on Wednesday evenings beginning September 15th. For those not in a Sunday morning class, we will begin with the first group meeting immediately after the 9:00am service on September 12th.

Thousands of churches, including some of my former congregations, have used this spiritual program and have seen great things happen I know you will not be disappointed.

Schedule

September 12 - What On Earth Am I Here for?

September 19 - Planned for God's Pleasure

September 26 - Formed for God's Family

October 3 - Created to Become Like Christ

October 10 - Shaped to Serve God

October 17 - Made for a Mission

October 24 - Celebration Sunday