"So the sons of Israel shall observe the sabbath, to celebrate the sabbath throughout their generations as a perpetual covenant."

The Lord's heart desire was not to make His people take a break or a day off once a week, but His hope was that they would enter into a rest or cessation from trying to do all on their own. Not striving to earn a living and accumulating wealth, or doing good to earn favor with God or man, but in faith entering into a place of rest and trust, hoping in God alone who provides all things. Ephesians 2:8 tells us "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is a gift of God." It's this same gift that He desired to impart to all who would enter into the rest found only in Him.

Pastor Russell

Opportunities

Wednesday Midweek- Come on out and worship with us this resurrection season.

Resurrection Sunday- Join us as we have presentation by the children's ministry, special music and a Holt-Day message. Potluck to follow, please bring a dish to share

Prayer Points

Lahaina Recovery - Continue to keep in prayer the people of Lahaina and for the entirety of Maui. Long term effects and status of rebuilding, housing for the displaced, job recovery and financial ramifications all come into recovery efforts.

River of Life Mission - Continue to keep the ROLM in prayer. The dynamic ministry is ever changing and morphing. Keep the staff as well as the guests and ministry partners in prayer.

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem - As the Middle East heats up, pray for the nation of Israel along with all of those in this region who have come to the knowledge of Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.