There's A Lot Going On

Hi everyone,

The world is sitting on a powder keg not knowing what's going to happen next. Israel and Lebanon, the near disaster in the United Kingdom, Iraq & Afghanistan and the United States. What is North Korea and Iran going to do? And how about the sleeping giant China? You know, if my confidence was in these countries and others working out the world's problems I'd be very concerned. But, my hope is not there, it's in God and Him alone.

We are going into the weekend not knowing what is going to happen. However, God does and if you put your trust in Him (and if you are not saved, get your heart right with Him), your concerns become His and your hope becomes His certainty. He can handle anything the world throws at Him.

Have a blessed weekend and Go Tigers!

Pastor Gary

How To Stay Alert In Church

From the book, "The Christian Handbook", Augsburg Books, comes suggestions on how to stay alert (awake?) in church.

1. Get enough sleep. Try your best to turn in early on Saturday nights.

2. Drink plenty of water, though not too much. It is easier to remain alert when you are well hydrated.

3. Eat a high protein breakfast. If your diet allows it, eat foods high in protein. Eating a breakfast with high sugar intake can make you drowsy.

4. Focus on your posture. Sit up straight. Avoid slouching as this encourges sleepiness.

5. If all else fails, consider pinching yourself. Dig your nails into the fleshy part of your arm or leg and pinch yourself.

If these steps don't work or they cause problems, you didn't hear it from me.


'Til the storm passes,

Pastor Gary