God is in the healing business—physically, emotionally, relationally, racially, nationally and most importantly, spiritually.  God does not always heal.  Sometimes that may be because of a lack of faith.  Other times, even where faith is present, He chooses not to and we have to trust that He’s got some redemptive purpose in mind.  Understanding that, we should pray for healing!  And we should ask God to strengthen our faith.  

The wind blowing so ferociously out there today reminded me of a C.S. Lewis quote as well as a portion of John’s gospel. 

Anyone watch the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history last night?  What a game!  I’ve got a book on my shelf titled, Leading the Comeback Church.  In terms of vitality and growth and passion and mission accomplishment, the church in these United States is in need of a comeback.  

Thanks to all those who helped make this past weekend a great one for lots of women!  Sounded like a great time on Saturday—and Sunday morning too!  And haven’t our times together on Sunday nights been good!  Winter Blast has been an encouraging time for us!  Thanks to the folks who provided great ministry to our children, our teens and for the great times we had together as adults.  The meals were superb and the chance to have all ages together around the dinner table was blessed! 
 
Did you notice the word I just used three times in that first paragraph—together!  

Pastor Brian gave us a great message yesterday!  If you weren’t there to hear it, check it out by clicking on Sermons.  It’s worth a 30 minute listen.  In a nutshell—if you want to grow in your faith exercise it.  Bible study is great, but if you’re going to grow you have to live that faith out, put the truth of the Scriptures into practice.  As you do, you’ll find that Faith Works!