Greetings Weirdos,
Got your attention? Don’t be offended – I called you a weirdo for all the right reasons. The Bible calls those who follow Christ “aliens”, “sojourners”, and “foreigners” - in effect, compared with the “normal” that is this world, we Christians are just plain weird. Ever tried to explain to someone outside the faith why you give up your Sunday mornings or give to the church or serve there every week? I usually get the “well, I’m glad that works for you” line and a roll of the eyes, no matter how hard they try to hide it. Seems these days that most “normal” people like their friends to be “normal” with them. They’re okay with you believing whatever you believe, just don’t let it infringe on your relationship with them.
But is this how God wants it? Christians being weird when they’re with each other but then blending in with the rest of the “normals” when they’re with them? Jesus told His early followers that they were to be like a light on a hill, directing all back to the One who made them. As lights, we were never meant to hide where no one can see us, to blend in with the usual stuff of this life.
We are starting a series this week that will ask all of us to “examine our shine” - am I seeming just a little bit weird to the world around me? Or do I blend in a bit too much wherever I am? Can’t wait to share with you what I am learning – come and hear this weekend about being “Weird in a
God Way”. You big weirdo. (smiley face)
Don’t forget that we are always in a season of great opportunity here at the church – you aren’t going to want to miss the “Out Of The Box” event we have planned for Sunday night for the whole family. It’s the most action-packed, fun-filled, mission-inspiring 90 minutes we spend together as a whole church on our calendar. Join us Sunday night at 6:00 – get there early to be a part of the pre-game game (fabulous prizes to the winners). RSVP to tlattimore@baylife.org and let us know if you need childcare for children kindergarten and under.
One more thing, not to forget. Life Groups registration is open for our spring semester which begins February 6. If you haven't yet joined a Life Group, now is the time for you to do so. A Life Group is where you will dig deeper into the Word, meet new Lifers and enjoy being a part of reaching out to our community. Stop by the Life Group Center
Peace,
Pastor
1017 Kingsway Rd
At the INFOdesk
- New Ladies Bible Study Kick-off, Sunday Jan 29 | 8:30 am Room 603
- Life Steps Class – Sunday Jan 29 | 8:30 am Room 604
- Connect to Serve – Sunday Jan 29 | 8:30 am Room 606
- Prayer Night – Tuesday Jan 31 | 7 pm in the
Student Center - Paint Ball – Saturday Feb 4 | 8 am in the north parking lot
- Connections Team Meeting Feb 5 | 1pm in the Conference Room
- Life Group Spring Semester begins – Feb 6 | visit the Life Group Center
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