Weekly Devo Thought Wk 3-4

GCI's annual youth event - War Cry is coming up July 6-10 and you can still walk up and register at Liberty University. This has been a unique event in that we are developing a band that represents what I believe is close to the heart of God - all peoples, tribes, nations, and tongues. With that in mind, we have put together a band to represent all different musical styles and tastes. When we come together and use our unity we get exponential results. Scripture speaks of the power of unity in the body and that is what he hope to accomplish, musically. It should go without saying that the enemy would love nothing more than to see this endeavor fall flat on it's face, so I covet your prayers over the band and the upcoming trip.

Remember to do what you do and do it well, but also make room for other expressions. More to follow - peace.

Devotional Wk. 1-2

Hello, gang. You know how we like to talk about the Sovereignty of God until it comes time to actually put it to the test? Well, I am in that place right now. I sit in a hotel room in Atlanta, GA facing the biggest audition of my life a scant few hours away and I have my doubts. At the end of the day, though, doesn't it say in Matthew 6 that "or how can you, by worrying, add one length to hair on your head? Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring enough trouble of it's own." (I paraphrased). Now, this doesn't mean I haven't done a little prep work, but it's nice to know that He is the Creator of the Universe and He has His best plan mapped out for me. So if I do well, He gets glory. If I don't, then He has some other way to glorify Himself. So nice to know that all I have to do is love Him with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and then just relax and enjoy the ride. Wonder if He has Hollywood in my future? Chat it up - let's hear how you appreciate and apply the Sovereignty of God.......

New Small Group Cycle

Welcome to the weekly devotional thought small group at Manna Church. Would love to know who is following and who will be contributing this time around - let's sound off in the comments section - name and how you found us.