Blessings Abound

I am blown away by the faithfulness and generosity of God’s people.  I am amazed at God’s blessings upon this church.  Last Sunday my family and I worshipped in a church where they are a million dollars behind budget.  It’s a great church, doing a great work but with the economy today that is pretty much the norm.  Many churches as well as charitable organizations have felt the squeeze this year.  That is why I am so grateful and thankful for God’s hand of blessing.  We will close our books this year having received several thousand dollars to the good on expense to  receipts.  God is good and His people are faithful.  Also, in addition to that, several large contributions were made this week totally over $600,000.00.  This can be used to help further God’s Kingdom in Aiken and beyond.  To God be the glory!

The Living Trees

I continue to rejoice at the dedication of God’s people.  With the Living Christmas Trees upon us there are dozens of volunteeers putting in many hours in order to make this year’s “Trees” a memorable and worshipful experience for many people.  For over 30 years this has been Millbrook’s gift to the Aiken community.  As I watched rehearsal I saw some folks who have been a part of all 30 years.  I saw others who are participating for the very first time some of whom have joined our church in the past few months. 

Pray that voices will hold out, that Bill’s arms will stay up, that heaven will come down, and lives will be changed!