TRANSFORMING YOUR WORLD

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Whew! We made it. Our great God has brought us through what for many was a very tough year...but we made it. We are grateful to God for the provision and lessons learned in '09. But now we step into 2010. I believe this is a pivotal year. Scripture reminds us of the Decalogue (Ten Commandments), the tenth that belongs to God of our increase (the tithe) and other examples of the number ten representing God's covenant with humanity. 2010 is a covenant year. A time to renew our commitment to God. God requires of us to be more than simple church goers. He desires us to live as covenant people in relationship with Him and determined to serve Him and advance His Kingdom. Unfortunately, many in the Body of Christ do not make living for our Lord their life's top priority. But God will not play second fiddle to anything or anyone else in our lives. He gave too much for this covenant. He gave His Son. His blood is too costly for us to place Him in a low place on our list of life priorities and pursuits. There is likely to be a further distancing of the "real church" from the culture driven church. Much of what is presented as "church" has little to do with an all out, sold out commitment to God. Where do you stand? Most seek the favor of God but fail to make a living covenant with Him our number one priority. This year is decision making time. Favor will come to those who diligently seek Him. Why then do so many seek their own glory, even while using His name? Seek Him first AND His righteousness and all other necessities and blessings will follow. Perhaps its time to stop trying to prove spiritual depth and simply fall in deep love with our King. Is this your year? I pray it is but perhaps it hinges on your investment of self in this great covenant with our King. He's waiting for you!
Don't forget to pray for TMI as we go to TBN Tuesday, Jan 5th. We are indeed grateful for their invitation and God's favor in this moment. The broasdcast is at 10pm that evening and 5pm the next day (Wed.) Remember, Pastor "D" and I are praying for you that this will be your best year yet. God bless each of you!