Thoughts for the week: God’s Grace

Man is born broken. He lives by mending. The grace of God is glue. Eugene O’Neill

Some stand on tiptoe trying to reach God to talk to him - you try too hard, friend - drop to your knees and listen to him, he'll hear you better that way. ~Ever Garrison

That is the mystery of grace: it never comes too late. -François Mauriac

God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble. 1 Peter 5:5

Words to live daily: The Pearly Gates

A man dies and goes to heaven. Of course, St. Peter meets him at the pearly gates. St. Peter says, "Here's how it works. You need 100 points to make it into heaven. You tell me all the good things you've done, and I give you a certain number of points for each item, depending on how good it was. When you reach 100 points, you get in."

"Okay," the man says, "I was married to the same woman for 50 years and never cheated on her, even in my heart."

"That's wonderful," says St. Peter, "that's worth three points!"

"Three points?" he says. "Well, I attended church all my life and supported its ministry with my tithe and service."

"Terrific!" says St. Peter, "that's certainly worth a point."

"One point? Golly. How about this: I started a soup kitchen in my city and worked in a shelter for homeless veterans."

"Fantasic, that's good for two more points," he says.

"TWO POINTS!!" the man cries, "At this rate the only way I get into heaven is by the grace of God!"

"Come on in!"

Prayer for the week:

Great Provider of Grace, you give us hope for humankind. Your grace has provided us with the inspiration to live god-like lives. Although we could never be as perfect as your son, Jesus, we will continue to strive towards your teachings. Amen.

Opportunities in the Life of the Church

TODAY: 6:00 pm Endowment Team

7:00 pm Finance Team

Wed May 7: 1:30 pm UMW

5:30 pm Joyful Noise

6:00 pm UMYF

6:30 pm Choir

7:30 pm Fellowship Team

Thu May 8: 11:15 am Senior Meals

4:15 pm Hens and Chicks

Sun May 11: 8:45 am Delhi Worship

(Mother’s Day) 10:00 am Sunday School

10:30 am Buck Creek Worship

5:00 pm Mid Youth

Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.

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