The Messenger 07/17/18 by College Hills

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The Messenger GRIPPED By Lakan Mariano There are a lot of things in life we don’t understand. I was once visiting a young woman at the hospital. She said bitterly, “They said that this disease hits one out over 750,000 people. Why do I have to be that one?” The psalmist Asaph struggled with his woes while seeing the prosperity of those who have no thought whatsoever about God. “… my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold. For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. They have no struggles” (Psalm 73:2-4). Yes, life at times does not make sense, or worse, is not fair. Whenever believers in Jesus Christ struggle with those thoughts, we need to run to that which we know. That was what Asaph did. “When I tried to understand all this, it troubled me deeply till I entered the sanctuary of God; then I understood their final destiny” (Psalm 73:16-17). Seeing the long view gives us God’s perspective. The rough times seem so rough and long, but they are not, compared to the glories Jesus has in store for you. You may feel all alone in your struggles, but listen to what Asaph discovered: “… as for me, continually I am with You; You have gripped my right hand” (Psalm 73:23). In This Issue From the Pastor AWANA Clubs Events & Upcoming Dates Ministry Opportunity Youth Ministries College Ministries Contact Information

Jesus is not casually holding on to you. He is gripping your hand, holding on to you tight. “Don’t panic. I’m with you. There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you” (Isaiah 41:10, MSG). Don’t let the things you do not understand trouble you. Rest in what you know. ~Lakan

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Sensational Summer Weekly Meetings: Sunday School: Sunday - 9:30am Preschool-5th Grade

Wednesday Nights in July for Kids, Youth & Adults at 6:00 p.m. KIDS EVENTS INCLUDE: Experiments in Faith Kids (Kinder through 5th) will enjoy Bible Study, Games & Snacks

Extended Session: Sunday - 10:45am Birth-Preschool Summer Activities for Kids Wednesdays - 6:00pm FMI: Contact Philip Cross 277-7980 or @ the Church   

Adult & Parents Classes: Biblical Personal Finance Rekindling the Joy of Marriage Gospel Parenting

Southside Boys & Girls Club

TIME LAB VBS Every Tuesday in July 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Come join us!

FMI: Patsy Steele or Stacy Stephenson

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Vacation Bible School, Southside Boys & Girls Clubs (July 10, 17, 24 & 31)

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Wednesday Classes for Adults Classes will be offered for adults in Personal Finance, Biblical Marriage, Gospel Parenting (Wed July 11, 18, 25 & 8/1 ) Youth HEB Camp (19th –22)

Japan Mission Trip (7/26 to 8/7)

Church Leaders & Teachers/Start of Budget Prep Meeting, 4:00 p.m., behind the church office

Church wide End of Summer Pool Party, Brown’s Pool, 5 to 8 p.m.

Crocket Elementary Teachers & Staff Appreciation Dinner

Sunday School Leaders Meeting, 4:00 p.m. Room behind the office

Bible Training Center for Pastors Starts for the Fall, Church History, Fellowship Hall 6 to 9

Bible Training Center for Pastors, Bible Study Methods, CVBA Office 6 to 9

1st Day of School for SAISD Awana Training & Youth Led Activity for Kids Sign up & Kickoff for Awana

Awana Training & Youth Led Activity for Kids

International Dinner, Fellowship Hall

Crockett Elementary We will bless the teachers with school supplies. Bring your gifts to the church foyer or church office by August 12.