Sunday Night Reflections

For the past week, I've been working on memorizing Ephesians 3:16-19. Four verses may not seem like much but it's been a bit of a challenge. But it's been a good challenge--one I've enjoyed. I just don't do enough Scripture memorization. I would imagine it's that way for most Christians. I decided this week that I'm going to continue to memorize Scripture on a regular basis. I just won't define "regular" right now!
I'm really enjoying the "3:16" sermon series that we're currently going through. I think it's important for those of us who have been in church for a long time to go back to John 3:16 and rediscover God's love for this world. This series has been both uplifting and convicting. I hope you'll all continue to invite friends and family to this series. Let's not keep all the blessing to ourselves!
I've received lots of prayer requests lately by way of the Communication Card. I want you to know that I do pray throughout the week for those requests. Let's continue to agree together for the answer to our prayers.
This week is shaping up to be a difficult one for me. I've got several deadlines and responsibilities converging on me. Please keep me in your prayers.
Have a great week, everyone! Keep working on your Scripture memorization!

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