Isaiah 12:3, With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.
The complex and orderly design of the universe is the result of the creative
activity of a personal God. To inform us about Himself and the purpose of our
existence, God gives us a reliable book for guidance, called the Bible. This is
a love letter from a caring God. It reveals God’s desire to have a personal and
lasting relationship with us.
This relationship is hindered, however, by a fatal human flaw. Deep within every
person is the defective
 desire
to be self-serving. We all have done things that pleased us, but did not please
God. This universal trait makes it impossible to have a healthy relationship
with God. As well, the fair character of God requires that He hold every person
accountable for all self-serving attitudes and actions.
In an astonishing act of mercy, God has provided a solution to this “sin
problem.” The solution is not found in a person doing good, being self-righteous
or following religious rituals. It is found in a person, the historical and
living Jesus Christ. Since it is sin that puts distance between us and God, God
has had His Son remove the barrier of sin by His own death and resurrection.
When we acknowledge our sinfulness and place our complete confidence in Jesus
Christ as the Savior who paid the penalty for our sins, the distance between us
and God is removed. The act of faith makes it immediately possible for us to
enter into a personal relationship with God that is both satisfying and lasting.
To nurture this new relationship the Bible encourages us to meet regularly
together with others who follow Christ to honor God with music, Bible study and
prayer.
John 12:46, I have come into the world as a light, so that no one
who believes in me should stay in darkness.
Worshiping - Seek God’s Glory
Evangelizing- Declare God’s Name
Loving- Show God’s Compassion
Learning- Coach God’s Truth
Serving-
Support God’s Family
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