Jan 23, Thoughts on Sunday
Not sure I can explain all the incredible things that happened yesterday. God really moved. Some of my thoughts on the day:
* Major life change took place and that is exactly what we're all about.
* People accepted God's forgiveness and stepped into a relationship with Him. Not sure how many.
* HUNDREDS stood and admitted they we're harboring hatred toward others and needed to forgive.
* I became emotional when I saw 80% of our church stand admitting this.
* What does it say when the children of God are not willing to forgive others?
* Obviously I spoke on the topic of forgiveness. Main scripture was:
Matthew 6:14-15
14 For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
* Christ is very clear, if we won't forgive men we can't be forgiven.
* So many people inside the church beg for God's forgiveness but aren't willing to give it.
* Simply amazed at what God did yesterday especially with the sorry attitude I had coming into parking lot.
* Told several people we would be lucky to see 500 people with the cold rainy weather and no parking lot. No one wants to carry their kids that fa.
* First service was up a little but basically the norm.
* Couldn't believe what happened second service. Our auditorium holds 388 and we had around 350. Only some seats between people. Had 20 people sitting in foyer watching service. And this was on a rainy cold day with no parking lot. Had close to 900 in attendance.
* And then God broke loose during the invitation. Hundreds stood, people broken over their cold hard hearts so full of hatred.
* As I was leading people through a prayer of repentance my heart was about to jump out of my chest.
* I admit, sometimes I let my emotions get the best of me.
* Feel overwhelmed that God showed up the way He does.
* Kid Zone was PACKED. I so appreciate those who work with our kids. They are awesome!
* In fact, appreciate everyone of our volunteers, without them we do not exist.
* Special thanks to the set up crew. They noticed our only sidewalk was under mud due to construction going on in parking lot. The shoveled and put plywood down to help get people into our building.
* Worship was awesome. Tim nailed "Man in the Mirror."
* Thank you Lord Jesus for what you are doing here at 5 Point.
Some other stuff:
* Had over 40 people want to get involved in the marriage enrichment. SO, our first one will be on February 11th. Much more info coming very soon. Just wanted you to mark the date.
* Asked everyone to pray with me about the loan for our new building. We're so close.
* Clemson has a new defensive coordinator. Maybe we can get back to some smack you in the mouth defense.
* Hate football is over except for Super Bowl.
* Went home yesterday and did nothing until I went to bed. AND IT WAS GOOD!
* Can't wait for this Sunday. Another shocking statement.
* Heading to building to walk/pray around it.
* Major life change took place and that is exactly what we're all about.
* People accepted God's forgiveness and stepped into a relationship with Him. Not sure how many.
* HUNDREDS stood and admitted they we're harboring hatred toward others and needed to forgive.
* I became emotional when I saw 80% of our church stand admitting this.
* What does it say when the children of God are not willing to forgive others?
* Obviously I spoke on the topic of forgiveness. Main scripture was:
Matthew 6:14-15
14 For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
* Christ is very clear, if we won't forgive men we can't be forgiven.
* So many people inside the church beg for God's forgiveness but aren't willing to give it.
* Simply amazed at what God did yesterday especially with the sorry attitude I had coming into parking lot.
* Told several people we would be lucky to see 500 people with the cold rainy weather and no parking lot. No one wants to carry their kids that fa.
* First service was up a little but basically the norm.
* Couldn't believe what happened second service. Our auditorium holds 388 and we had around 350. Only some seats between people. Had 20 people sitting in foyer watching service. And this was on a rainy cold day with no parking lot. Had close to 900 in attendance.
* And then God broke loose during the invitation. Hundreds stood, people broken over their cold hard hearts so full of hatred.
* As I was leading people through a prayer of repentance my heart was about to jump out of my chest.
* I admit, sometimes I let my emotions get the best of me.
* Feel overwhelmed that God showed up the way He does.
* Kid Zone was PACKED. I so appreciate those who work with our kids. They are awesome!
* In fact, appreciate everyone of our volunteers, without them we do not exist.
* Special thanks to the set up crew. They noticed our only sidewalk was under mud due to construction going on in parking lot. The shoveled and put plywood down to help get people into our building.
* Worship was awesome. Tim nailed "Man in the Mirror."
* Thank you Lord Jesus for what you are doing here at 5 Point.
Some other stuff:
* Had over 40 people want to get involved in the marriage enrichment. SO, our first one will be on February 11th. Much more info coming very soon. Just wanted you to mark the date.
* Asked everyone to pray with me about the loan for our new building. We're so close.
* Clemson has a new defensive coordinator. Maybe we can get back to some smack you in the mouth defense.
* Hate football is over except for Super Bowl.
* Went home yesterday and did nothing until I went to bed. AND IT WAS GOOD!
* Can't wait for this Sunday. Another shocking statement.
* Heading to building to walk/pray around it.
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