Luke 2:19 tells us “But Mary treasured all these things, pondering them in her heart.” Two questions come to my mind upon reading that verse:
#1: When you think back upon your life, what things have you treasured in your heart that God has done?
#2: When you think back upon your life, what things have you pondered in your heart that God has done?
God has done some pretty marvelous and wonderful things in my own life since I first accepted Jesus as my Savior when I was in high school. But the wonderful and marvelous things He’s done started many years before that (although I wasn’t completely aware of it at the time). I’ve tucked many of these memories away in my heart and take them out periodically to just praise Him for His goodness and generosity.
But how ’bout you? What wonderful memories have you tucked away in your own heart that God has done? In what ways do these memories lead you to praise Him and thank Him over and over? Each of us has them … and the ability to see the faithfulness of God in all situations buoys us in the midst of ferocious storms.
THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT returns this Sunday, June 29, as we’re looking at Titus 3:1-8 with a message entitled, THE ESSENTIAL MESSAGE. Don’t miss it!!
Sunday, July 3, is our OLD FASHIONED BBQ honoring our nation’s birthday. BVC will be providing the hamburgers and hot dogs — we’re asking you to bring chips, salad, desserts or drinks. And come dressed casually for church!! If you’d like to sign up for any of our races or events, please see the sign-up sheets this Sunday located outside the worship center doors!
Wednesday, August 3, is our return to 2nd Harvest Food Bank (4001 N. First Street) from 6-8 p.m. Several spots have been taken but some still remain. You can sign up on your registration card this Sunday!
NEW SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES will be debuting on September 18 and lasting into November. More news about these will be forthcoming!
Have a great rest of the week and I’ll see you on Sunday!
Love,
Pastor Chuck