Dear Friends,

Today is National Day of Prayer and as many of us gathered at the Mansfield City Hall, I am reminded just how blessed we are to live and worship in a free country. Many races, religions and differing political views were represented this morning. But we were united in spirit, truth and song! Indeed, the life lived through Christ is an abundant life. So, I urge you all to continue praying each and every day for our country and its leaders, along with our church and community so that we may indeed be salt and light to all of those around us. God is at work. Can you feel it? Be blessed today friends as you faithfully serve each and every day. I’ll see you Sunday for Holy Communion in the morning and for the Confirmation service at 3pm. God is good! Hugs and Love, Scott

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Living In Dependence On Me is the way to enjoy abundant life. You are learning to appreciate tough times, because they amplify your awareness of My Presence. Tasks that you used to dread are becoming rich opportunities to enjoy My closeness. When you feel tired, you remember that I am your Strength; you take pleasure in leaning on Me. I am pleased by your tendency to turn to me more and more frequently, especially when you are alone.

When you are with other people, you often lose sight of My Presence. Your fear of displeasing people puts you in bondage to them, and they become your primary focus. When you realize this has happened, whisper My Name; this tiny act of trust brings Me to the forefront of your consciousness, where I belong. As you bask in the blessing of My nearness, My life can flow through you to others. This is abundant life!

Proverbs 29:25 25 Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.

John 10:10 10The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young