October messages planned
In an article written before hurricane Lee, Atlantic magazine had already called 2011: the year of the disaster. Even without the difficult economic times of our year, and the sobering reminder provided by the 10th anniversary of 9/11, the natural disasters of the year have given us all pause to think. I feel led during the month of October to examine the writings of an ancient prophet who spoke to Israel in a time following a natural disaster. The series will begin October 9 and is called the Power of Prayer. The prophet’s name was Joel. October 2 is World Communion Sunday so together with Christians around the world we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper then.
Date | Sermon plan | Scripture |
Oct 2 | Message: In the Name of Jesus – because of relationship, according to his character, made possible by his provision | Heb. 10:19-25; John 16:23-28 |
Oct 9 | Start a new series from Joel called: The Power of Prayer. The first message: Speaking in a Day of Disaster | Joel 1:1-2:11 |
Oct 16 | Rediscovering the sacred assembly | Joel 2:15-27 |
Oct 23 | Personal repentance: What is it? Pastor Eric preaching |
Joel 2:12,13 |
Oct 30 | The valley of decision | Joel 2:28-3:21 |
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I decided to change the title of this series to one that fits it and the book of Joel more accurately. I’m going to title it “Seeking God after Disaster.” I pray that it is a blessing.