I HAVE OFTEN USED THIS PHRASE: Anyone can curse the darkness, let’s be people who light a candle. In other words, it is easy to moan and groan about how bad things are in society. And I do believe there is a lot wrong. Sometimes those who moan, groan and complain actually think they are making a difference. We can do a lot more beside complain, criticize and be sideline critics. Growing drug problem…JIBC attacks head on with programs for children, youth and adults. Teenagers facing unbelievable challenges…Pastor Sean leads his team to take on every tough issue our kids are facing. Families in decline…your church family is charging in on every front to strengthen and help those looking for help. Personal crisis of past trauma, shock and hurtful events…we have partnered to have a part time professional counselor on staff. Curse the darkness? Not hardly. By God’s grace your church family is taking on the most difficult challenges in our community. To God be the glory. This is His work. No right-minded people would take on such challenges. Many will circle the wagons and simply pray “Come Lord Jesus”.
SPEAKING OF PRAYER…What a segue! Governor Nikki Haley is leading a charge that I want JIBC to fully embrace: A Call to Prayer For a Nation in Crisis. On Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the North Charleston Coliseum, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. From 9-10 is a Youth Rally with Music. From 10 to 4 is a time of Scripture reading, prayer and worship. There is no preaching, no pontificating, no politicians, no church promotions, etc. This is a sincere and devout call to prayer. Prayers will be built around repentance, reconciliation, revival, reformation and refreshing. You may drop in or out for any part or all of the day. IT IS A FREE EVENT, BUT YOU WILL NEED TICKETS BECAUSE THERE IS LIMITED SEATING.
Again, tickets are free, there is no charge for this event. But this is a call for all churches, all denominations, all believers…so seating will be limited. You can check out more information and get your tickets at www.theresponsesc.com
You do not have to just curse the darkness…here is something very specific you can do! Pray.
Pastor Tom
