I am going to yield most of my space this week to our new Director of Ministry, Ramanda Chappell so she can tell you of her vision and dreams. I believe Ramanda has been called to this position and I ask that you support her with your prayers and with a willingness to help if she calls on you for assistance in any of the many ministries that we have going on in this Church. - - In Jesus, Brother David
Godly Relationships
As I am writing this, I am in Dallas, Texas, at a youth minister conference sponsored by Perkins School of Youth Ministry (PSYM.) Jesus prepared for His ministry and I appreciate this wonderful opportunity to grow and to become enlightened as our Church's new ministry begins.
What is the most important, "número UNO", Commandment? Jesus states in Mark 12:29-31, "The most important one is this: 'Hear, O Israel (& FUMC Clarksville), the Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your mind and with all your strength.' The second is this: Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these." Is God first, "número UNO," in your life? Do you really love everyone despite their faults? God does. What relationships are important to you? The importance of these relationships are apparent when we look at the time we spend on the relationship. Lastly, are your relationships meaningful? I challenge you to FIRST focus on your relationship with God. If you do this, the other relationships in your life will come into focus. In return, relationships will nourish, people will be changed, and our Church will grow. - - With the love of Christ, Ramanda
