EASTER is a Great Opportunity for Outreach

It's been a whole month since I blogged! I can't believe it.
So much has happened in the last four weeks: we moved from Arlington to West Columbia, just outside of Angleton. We are fairly settled in at this time. I have hit the road running with planning, working, and outreaching!

We are having a "Friend Day" during our Easter Sunday service. We are expecting God to do great things! Looking for over 200 God willing. Our people are fasting and praying for God to save souls and change lives.

I have pasted a quote from Jonathan Falwell that I thought was interesting, please read it:

"Many of those who will gather in these churches will do so out of obligation because it is Easter Sunday -- not because of their profound belief or appreciation for what Christ did on that wonderful day thousands of years ago. In some people’s opinions, this fact is discouraging. Many Christians are saddened that there are those who will show up in our houses of worship on Easter, but will not do so for many months afterwards. They feel as if these occasional attendees should be condemned for their lackadaisical approach to worship of the risen Savior.

As a pastor, I am actually encouraged by the burgeoning attendance in churches on this special day. In my opinion, this is a clear sign that there are still many people in our culture who realize their basic need for a Savior. While they may not give in to that need but a few times a year, they are still recognizing the reality of that need."

It's all about attitude. If we have a negative outlook then we can actually work against what God is trying to do. Praise God for every Easter guest and pray that God will touch them and change their lives, so they will come back. So be ready with a positive message about the most positive thing that has ever happened in the world: Jesus died for our sins and rose from the dead!
David