SHARING THE BLESSINGS

Turkey and dressing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, hot rolls, pumpkin pie -- can you smell it? Before you get your own Thanksgiving table ready with all the trimmings, find out about helping to make sure others enjoy those same smells and tastes this November.       More...

GOD INTENDS IT ALL FOR GOOD

People and circumstances often come into our lives who seem to be detractors from our goals in serving God. But we never know what God may have in mind and around the corner as we work through the challenges of the day.     More…

TEEN TRIP DOWN I-35

Not many hours down Interstate 35 looms the largest city in Texas. Teeming with business, industry, and plenty of need, Houston provides many opportunities for serving in God's name... and that is just what a number of our 121 youth did this past summer.     More…

PRAYER POINTS

Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6:18 to pray for the saints.  Prayer is a foundational part of any outreach.  As God brings these things to your mind, please take them to Him in prayer:

• ORC

  • The people who will receive baskets to be touched by Christ
  • Staff and volunteers as they prepare for the project
• Russia

  • Provision for furnishing the young people's apartments
  • Students, ministers, and government staff involved in the outreach
• Houston

  • Growth for the seeds planted with people in need this summer
  • Ike victims who are still feeling the effects of the hurricane
• Other current efforts

  • Deborah, Angie and others who are serving overseas
  • Heather, as she transitions to life in the States after being on the field
  • Partners working in India, Honduras, and Mexico
  • Local international students
  • LaComindad
  • World Relief's work with refugees

RECOMMENDED RESOURCE

Vote with the Biblical Grid -- What God is FOR
121 sermon by Ross Sawyers

Other resources for guidance in voting:
Free Market Foundation Texas voter guide
American Family Association Presidential voter guide
Focus on the Family voter guide