Memory Verse – Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Pastor suggests that, over the next few weeks, you take some time to memorize these. May you be blessed with peace as you take time out of your day to study God’s Promises & take them into your soul.
The God of . . . Promises
He gives strength to the weary.
Isaiah 40:31 “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
He will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
God gives wisdom to those who ask.
James 1:5 “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.”
He forgives us when we confess our sins.
1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
He will never forsake you.
Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
He will meet all your needs.
Phil 4:19 “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
Call on him and he will answer.
Psalm 50:15 “Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.”
He will give you the desires of your heart.
Psalm 37:4 “Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
All things work for good for those who love God.
Rom 8:28 “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”
All things will be added when you seek first the kingdom.
Matthew 6:33 “Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things (provision) will be added to you.”
He will make your path straight.
Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
Prayer: “Heavenly Father, as we continue this Lenten journey, we come before You with humble hearts. Help us to return to You with sincerity, to seek You more deeply, and to live lives that reflect Your grace. May this season of Lent draw us closer to You and prepare us for the joy of Easter. We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.”
NEW MEETING DAY – Tuesdays – MEN’S BIBLE STUDY – Noon – Lunch provided.
WEDNESDAY – MIDWEEK@ MINNEWASHTA CHAPEL SERVICE – Especially keeping seniors of the community in mind, we invite you to join us each Wednesday at 11:30 AM for this special time with hymns, prayers/praises, and Pastor Grant’s message. Fellowship lunch follows at 12:15 & movie at 12:45. Communion is served the first Wednesday of each month. Fellowship lunch is provided following our Midweek@ Minnewashta Chapel Service. Freewill offering is encouraged.
Each Wednesday – Prayer Gathering 10:45-11:15 in Pastor’s Office.
MEAL & MOVIE – April 2: “Letters to God” – Part 2. A boy armed with faith as he faces his battle against cancer sends letters to his pen pal, God. These letters find their way into the hands of a postman who is at a crossroads in his life.
April Mission of the Month – Meals on Wheels – South Shore/Excelsior
Operating out of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, the South Shore chapter of Meals-on-Wheels, was reestablished in 2010 to provide fresh, nutritious noontime meals, delivered directly to the homes of seniors and individuals with disabilities in the Excelsior and Western Minnetonka area. In addition to regularly providing healthy foods, caring volunteers provide the social connection that helps meal recipients remain living independently in their own homes.
BENEVOLENCE FUND – The benevolence fund is used to aid families with unexpected or high medical expenses, victims of natural disasters. The unemployed, the under employed and in other similar circumstances.
MINNEWASHTA OFFERINGS – The Offering Boxes are mounted on the wall outside of the church office and the envelopes are located on the table beneath the two boxes. Alternatively, you can mail your offerings and tithes to the church: 26710 West 62nd St., Shorewood, MN 55331, Attn: Financial Secretary.
If you have an item for the announcements, please get it to the church office (via email) no later than TUESDAY morning. Thank you.