Hi FBC (sorry this is later than normal again)!
Then he brought them up into his house and set food before them. And he rejoiced along with his entire household (pan-oikos, his whole ‘oikos’) that he had believed in God. (Acts 16:34)
I read the story of the conversion of the Philippian jailer yesterday (Acts 16:25-34) and am always encouraged by it. I love the rejoicing that can come about for an entire “oikos” (household, or even sphere of influence) when someone comes to faith in Jesus Christ!
Tomorrow is “Sanctity of Human Life Sunday”. I hope you will be able to make it. We will here from a special speaker: Debbie Tracey from Pregnancy Alternatives Center in Lebanon. There have been exciting things happening there, and there are some big visions for the future! You can learn a little more about them here:
I will also be sharing what the Bible says on the issue of “The Dignity of Human Life”. We hope to share both the truth and the grace of God on the matter.
Another place for good information is Eternal Perspective Ministries, led by Randy Alcorn and located in the Portland area. He is the author of many books, including ProLife Answers to ProChoice Arguments, and Why Pro Life? Their website is: www.epm.org.
I am looking forward to seeing you tomorrow, and have been praying for you this week.
Thankful for the gift of life…
Love From Your Pastor,
Michael