Our God is Great
Pastor Joanie Bless the Lord, O my soul. O Lord my God, you are very great. You are clothed with honor and majesty, wrapped in light as with a garment.
Psalm 104: 1-2, 33-34
I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being. May my meditation be pleasing to him, for I rejoice in the Lord.
On Sunday, John Johnson shared a story about Alexander the Great. On one particular conquest, Alexander was leading his warriors into the land. As they entered, Alexander and his men were welcomed by the high priest. This act of welcome caused Alexander to bow on his knee and honor the God of the land. Later, Alexander asked the people of the land what he could do for them. He allowed them to keep their laws and customs.
Our ministry intern, Ryan Craddock summed up this story by saying “The surprise of compassion can cause a surprise reaction.” In John’s story, the surprising compassion of the high priest to offer welcome to Alexander and his army that were coming to conquer them caused the surprising reaction of Alexander honoring God.
What can you do this week that can help turn someone’s eyes on God? How do we need to love our enemies? How might God be honored through our acts of compassion?
If you missed this week’s worship, you can watch it here:
This Week. . .
Wednesday, October 6- 12 noon Bible study on Proverbs
Wednesday, October 6 – 6:00 pm The Chosen Bible Study Series, Fellowship Hall
Thursday, October 7 – 9:30 am Ladles of Love Meal Delivery
Friday, October 8 – 12 noon Prayer & Devotion (online & Free Conference Call)
Sunday, October 10 – 10:30 am Worship
Upcoming Events
Sunday, October 17 – Homecoming Sunday (stay tuned for more details)
Tuesday, October 26 – Serving at the DUMA Food Pantry (8:30 am – 2:00 pm)