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HIGHWAY TABERNACLE ~ RESURRECTION LIFE

Monday, September 29, 2014

“Following Jesus and Loving People”

In our day of twenty second commercials and expansive mass marketing, it’s easy to look at something quickly and turn away saying…next. Sometimes, we as believers do this when God speaks to us. Instead of listening attentively to the Spirit’s message, we are already running ahead to the next thing.

This past Sunday we enjoyed the ministry of Jason and Laura Jablonski. The big question is: what did God say to us through them? Will we hear and seek the Lord to bring about the needed change in us and in our churches? Here is what I believe God spoke to us: First, our God will provide for us through the dry places. The widow of Elijah’s day feared that the supply would run out. God challenged her to first give by faith to God’s prophet, and then she would experience his provision. “This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: The jar of flour will not be used up and the jug of oil will not run dry until the day the Lord gives rain on the land” (1 Kings 17:14). As we seek the Lord and his kingdom first, and he will supply all we need! God is faithful.

Secondly, the Lord spoke to us about “coming rain”. The Lord hears our prayers, sees our outreach, and will bring about a harvest. The ground may seem hard, but there is rain in the forecast! The Lord’s answer to Elijah’s prayer came after seven times of asking…and then appeared as only a small cloud. Small beginnings are God’s specialty. To human eyes, the “small clouds” may not seem impressive at first, but there is always bigger clouds coming behind the smaller ones. We can’t give up praying and believing.

Lastly, the Lord spoke to us about keeping the fire. It’s our responsibility to not let the fire die down and turn to smoke. As we keep faithfully adding the wood (our loving obedience), the Holy Spirit increases the fire. This passion for our Lord keeps us close to Jesus while simultaneously freeing us from the sins which so easily entangle. May we listen closely and be doers of the Word…not hearers only!

Pastor Mark Boucher

THURSDAY, 7-8:15PM, FAMILY NIGHT (extended hours for kids and youth who register) @ Highway Tabernacle. Call 215-563-9192 for information.

FRIDAY, 7-8:30PM, FAMILY NIGHT (extended hours for kids and youth who register) @ Resurrection Life. Call 215-226-1000 for information.

Friday, October 3rd – Praying for Our Children

Join the Spring Garden Academy staff and parents as we pray for our children in chapel on Friday, 8:30 am, at Resurrection Life. See Becky Robbins to get involved. Becky@nextgenministries.us or 215-563-9192 or 215-226-1000.

SATURDAY, JBQ Meet #1. Let Becky Robbins know if you can drive.

SATURDAY, NOW Philly! Young adult/college rally 7PM @ UPENN. Visit NOWishere.org for more information.

Good with Numbers?

The church is looking for someone who can assist the treasurer by doing light bookkeeping for approximately 4 hours a week. Most of the work could be done from home. We are looking for a volunteer, but we may be able to provide compensation for a qualified individual. If you’re interested, please contact Otis (Treasurer@HighwayTabernacle.org) for more information.