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November 14, 2025 | ||
Dear Church Family, Punchlines have a special way of punctuating a joke or story. In the same way, the final sentence of a book often has a way of hitting home and emphasizing an important truth. You think about that last line and what it means. Today I finished reading the book of Esther and the last verse hit home with me.
God used Mordecai in a very powerful way in the history of God’s people. He is a powerful example of God humbling the proud and lifting up the humble and needy. The book ends with God’s blessing of Mordecai in exalting him. The thing that really stuck out to me was the “why,” which is explained by the word, “for.” It was because Mordecai “sought the welfare of his people and spoke peace to his people.” So many times, we’re only looking out for ourselves, but Mordecai was looking out for others. He sought peace for all his people. God blessed Mordecai because he sought the blessing of others. Today, look out for others. In a world that tells you to think only of yourself, change the tune and think of others. Seek their welfare and speak peace to them. Who can you bless today? Who is in need today and how can you serve them? Remember Paul’s reminder in Philippians 2.
–Pastor Dave ————————————————————————————————— What’s Happening at Gospel Life:Youth Group: All youth are invited this Sunday, November 16th, from 5-7 pm, to the Bronleewes’ house. We’ll have dinner, games, worship, and continue our study, “James: Faith Lived Out.” Elder Training: Our next Elder Training has been rescheduled to Tuesday, November 18th at 7 pm at the Bronleewes’ house. We’ll start into 2 Timothy 2. Please contact Pastor Dave if you have any questions or need a copy of the homework for chapter 2. Gospel Youth Friendsgiving: Students grade 6th-12th, join us November 21st from 5pm-7pm for our Friendsgiving! We will share a meal together, play a few games, and remember with thankfulness the incredible blessing God has given us. The Bronleewe family will prepare the turkey. You guys bring the sides. If you are willing to help bring a side you can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054CA4AD2CA3FF2-60538098-gospel#/ Upcoming Date: No Youth Group (Nov. 30th) Life Groups: If you’re interested in joining a life group, we have several to choose from. You can check them out here: Request Prayer: It’s important for us to be praying for each other as a church! If you ever need prayer, we would love to come alongside you. You can always turn in a prayer request on Sundays using the Connection Card, but you can also submit a prayer request online at any time: This Coming Sunday: Previous Worship Services: | ||
Change the tune and think of others
