It's been an amazing, yet bittersweet week. We had a wonderful Radiant meeting where we concluded unpacking the last of Pastor Terri's message from back in January. Then we had a GREAT Radiant Day Out at the American Journey Museum, followed by a POWERFUL message by Pastor George on Sunday! Then the bittersweet moment came on Monday, when we heard the news that Brother Jerry Savelle had transitioned home to Heaven. Yet one thing remains true through all of those events – God is a GOOD God, and He LOVES each of us intimately!
Now for this week's verse in Proverbs 2:
"That He may guard the paths of justice; yes, He preserves the way of His saints." Proverbs 2:8 (AMPC)
God's way works. His ways of wisdom – the principles of His kingdom and of His Spirit – cause a shield to rise up before you protecting you from the devils, dangers, turmoil and stress that are here on this earth. That's why walking in God's wisdom makes life worth living.
The Bible promises us that God knows how to deliver the righteous. No matter what kind of danger, financial disaster, or natural calamity threatens a nation, God knows how to deliver those who walk in obedience to Him. And that is what the Bible is saying in verse 8 – He preserves the way of His saints.
Listen to what the Kesuvim / The Writings (Mishlei/Proverbs) on pg. 17 say about verse eight:
Vs. 8 "To safeguard the paths of justice, for He protects the way of His devout ones. Through Torah, a devout person keeps the paths of justice. God, in turn, will protect him so that he will not stumble. (Rashi)."
Now, here’s a look at what is happening this week into next with our Radiant groups!
- Thursday, April 18th our #MomLife group will be meeting – This time we will be meeting at Springtown Park – 10am-12pm! Come for fellowship and to watch the children play. This group is open to all moms with children Elementary age or younger. For details email women@emic.org
- Thursday, April 18th is our monthly Women's Business Group meeting at 7pm in the Living Room modular. Topic: Business and Dress Etiquette. Lauryn Bray and Brittany Brookens will share tips on how to dress for your business. They will also offer etiquette tips that will serve and equip you for any type of business situation.
- Saturday, April 20th is our Deep group meeting. If you are looking to grow deeper in your relationship with the Lord, to experience greater growth with God, then join us every 3rd week on Saturday at 8 am in the Living Room modular.
- Sunday, April 21st is when Bridge Moms meet to cook the meal for our Bridge Young Adults group. We cook every 1st & 3rd Sunday. 2:30pm-6:30pm – Prep to clean up. This group requires a food handlers license (certification course provided), so if you are interested in joining, please reach out directly to Pastor Cathy: cgrigg@emic.org
- Monday, April 22nd we have our Table Talk (65 and Beyond) group. This group is for women (65 years of age and beyond). We have fellowship around the Word of God and with each other. They meet at 11:30 pm at Cattlemen's Reserve within Partner Services Center every 3rd Monday.
- Monday, April 22nd is our weekly Radiant Discipleship group led by Pastor Cathy Grigg. Join us as we study Dr. Bill Winston's teaching on Living In The Fourth Dimension! We meet at 12:15 pm in the Hospitality Room. This group is also available via Zoom! Click here to register!
- Tuesday, April 23rd is our Growing From Glory to Glory group. A time to enjoy the Word of God, good teaching, and light refreshments with other women of EMIC. They meet every 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 12:15 pm & 5:30pm in the Hospitality Room.
- Thursday, April 25th is our monthly Abiding Wives group. This is a group for married women to fellowship and connect with each other as we gather to pray for our husbands. We meet every 4th Thursday of the month at a private home, beginning at 7 pm. You will need to email women@emic.org to get the address.
For information on any of our groups, email women@emic.org. Also, if you are ever in need of prayer, please call our prayer line at 877-281-6297. Or, if you need pastoral counseling, call the church office at 817-252-2900 to schedule a time to meet with me.
You are LOVED!
Pastor Cathy
