January 3 Living Fearlessly Romans 5:3-5
ANNOUNCEMENT: Baptist Tabernacle Church will be 100 years old, in 2022. A grand celebration is planned for May 22, 2022, to commemorate the first service as an organized church body! Special information, recognitions, God’s Word, and a catered meal will be a part of the celebration. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend the festivities.
***Due to the rise in COVID19 related illnesses, we are strongly encouraging the use of Masks, within the sanctuary, and to continue to observe “Social Distancing.” Together, with a faithful reliance on God, we will overcome this present challenge!!***
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “Not only this, but we also rejoice in sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, 4 and endurance, character, and character, hope. 5 And hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” (Romans 5:3-5 NET)
2021 was a year of challenges and sufferings and troubles. It appears that 2022 is set to offer similar opportunities to be strong and to endure. A I listen to the news of the day, and the conversations of individuals, as I go about my day, I sense a level of “Fear” that has become a part of our existence. I am excited that the challenges and sufferings are producing endurance and character and hope for my life! I choose not to “Fear,” but be “Bold” in my service for my Savior! “Fear” is the enemy, and it will weaken us and make us see trouble even when there is none. God continues to teach us that “Fear” is a sign of a weakened faith, and I am praying for greater Faith and endurance and for His Hope, in these troubling times. 2022 can be what you choose to make it! I choose to live “Fearlessly,” walking by Faith and to claim His power, provision, presence, and His Victory! “I affirm that God’s power is rising in me, renewing, and healing my mind and body, bringing power to my mind, giving me success in my work. I affirm health, energy, enthusiasm, and the Joy of Life. All of this I owe to my Jesus Christ, my Lord, and my Savior. He has given me the “Victory Principle” for which I thank Him every single day!” So, my proclamation for 2022 is: “NOT THIS YEAR SATAN, NOT THIS YEAR! GET BEHING ME AND LEAVE ME ALONE!” What God does with you in 2022 is entirely up to you! It always has and it always will! Walk in Faith, Live Fearlessly, guided by the Holy Spirit, and “hang on!” THE BEST IS YET TO BE! Stay Strong, Stay Focused…