CM Update 11/22/09

Revelation 1:5-6 -- ...and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler over the kings of the earth. To Him who loved us and washed us from our sins in His own blood, and has made us kings and priests to His God and Father, to Him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.

The phrase faithful witness stood out to me as I read this verse. I don't generally think of Jesus as being a witness. I think that I am supposed to be a witness for Him. But as I reflected on this verse, I thought, "Wow, this is the truth." History shows that the church in general has always struggled with being a good witness. And not only the church in general, but I fail personally at being a good witness for Jesus. It is only when I (when we) let Jesus shine forth without man-made tactics that He is revealed. Jesus, You are the faithful witness. Do your work and help us to follow.

In Jesus,
Phil

Discussion Point

What do you love about Jesus?

Weekly Updates:

• Equipping for Ministry is not this Sunday but next. Please send me an e-mail or sign-up in the foyer if you would like lunch for $3.00.
• Please pray for the number of folks in the CM that have been sick.
  
• If you would like to help with our CM Christmas Choir on Christmas Eve, please let me know. We will need a few adults to help manage the children.
  

Upcoming Events:

1. Give Thanks - Wednesday, November 25th (7:00 - 8:30pm)
2. Equipping for Ministry - Sunday, November 29th (1:30 - 3:00pm)
3. Gingerbread Houses - Wednesday, December 9th (7:00 - 8:30pm)
4. CM Christmas Choir - Thursday, December 24th (7:00-8:30pm)