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Posted by Tom Welch on November 4, 2009 under News | Be the First to Comment

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God’s Sovereignty

Sometimes we may think of God’s sovereignty as an “in-over-our-heads” bit of theology best left to the theologians to hammer out. But every promise, grace, and consolation given to us is based on the sovereignty of God. Consider what might be the best promise of them all:

“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28)

Paul assures us that God is a worker with a purpose. And his purpose is to work all things for the good of his beloved. And the foundation that makes this promise secure is the sovereignty of God.

Sovereignty is God’s ability to do all that he will. It is God’s power, purpose, and will all coming together. Without a sovereign God, this promise is hollow. Only a God in control of all things can assure us that he is working all things for our good.

That is especially precious when “all things” don’t look so rosy. Colds, car wrecks, congress, conflicts, and even cancer are part of “all things”. And God is at work in “all things.”  No, I won’t even try to sort that all out, I’m not that smart.

All I know is that God is great and God is good. And he is working all things according to the counsel of His will (Eph 1:11). There is not even a rogue molecule in the universe outside of God’s sovereignty. And He can bring even the horrendous evil of the crucifixion of Christ to become the greatest good of mankind.

Rather than theologize, I will (try!) to honor Him as king, submit to His Lordship, and rest in his care.

“When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.” (Psalms 94:19)

The well wisher of your soul’s happiness,

Pastor Tom

(Click here for passages to meditate upon this week)

::prayer::

Check the church “directory” on our website so you can follow-up you prayers with a call or email! (http://swchurchonline.org)

  • Deb T: Pray that God would lead me to the right certified kitchen. Also pray for Jim and Erica’s health (they are improving).
  • Sandee L: I am going through some challenging things at work. Pray that I would keep the faith that God has a plan for me somewhere in all of this. Pray that I would stop trying to solve all the problems myself. Pray that Jordan, Nicole, and Brett would keep their focus on God as this world gets more and more challenging.
  • Nancy W: Pray for Guiliana Violini who is very sick with bronchitis. Pray for Christmas Child box collection ministry here at the YMCA. Pray for the salvation of Julia S. – a neighbor of the Phillips who attends the Women’s Bible Study.

Pray for our Fall outreach and service opportunities:

  • November 17-22nd – Samaritan’s Purse “Christmas Child Box” collection (pack boxes into crates on 22nd)
  • December 4-5th – ECHO trip to Ft. Meyers – volunteers needed.

::community::

This Week:

  • Women’s Bible Study: Thursday, 6:45 @ Tricia Phillips
  • Elder’s Meeting: Wednesday, 7PM at Jim Phillip’s
  • College Bible Study: See Candy Hilton for details
  • Birthdays coming up: Jonathan Welch (11/6), Ryan Tindall (11/10)
Sunday Servants!

  • Set-up: Glenn Tindall
  • Nursery: Patti Tindall
  • Snacks: Wendy Andrew
  • Prayer: Maurice Bende


::mission::

Outreach Idea of the Week: Go to www.pray4yourblock.org, register and get the resources to pray for your neighborhood! From the website:

“Imagine what could happen if your community was covered in prayer!

  • Prayer will open your eyes to what God is doing in your neighborhood.
  • Prayer will ready you to act as He moves in your neighborhood.
  • Prayer will prepare your neighbors to experience the transforming love and power of Christ.
  • All this happens as a result of your prayers!”

Tim & Penny Iverson (Taiwan) – Pray for Ms Tsai and her 13 month old son who is ill, pray for the Iverson’s as they minister to her, encourage her, and share the gospel with her.

Dan & Melody Taube (Argentina) – Praise that there was a good response to Melody’s “Your Personal Style” presentation last Saturday, 10/24.  Pray for the 20 women that attended, that they will respond by becoming disciples of Jesus.

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