Wow! What an UPDATE!

First of all, we need to cancel bible study tonight because of the weather and no parking at my house. Sorry!

God is AWESOME!
Just last month I asked for prayer as we were seeking some office space in the building we are currently meeting. I was kind of bummed out when I was told we could not rent a room. (I kind of knew it was coming because the superintendent told me of the boards intent to not rent any more rooms.)
So, I prayed and asked God "what's next?" I have learned God always has a plan and He works on His time table. My personal desire for office space and belief that a more "definite type" presence for New Church would benefit not only our regulars but show the community that we are here to stay, had me wondering if I missed God's leading?

"But God..." I love seeing that phrase in the Bible. When you see it God is about to do something that changes things. BUT GOD has opened up a door to use a facility in Atlanta!
Sunday I received an email from a fellow pastor expressing the decision of his church to move to bloomington. This meant that the building (that seats 300 with a full basement) would be empty. (This building is owned by the Assemblies of God.) After speaking with the area director earlier today He informed me they would allow us to use the building for a year. (He also informed me that they are planning on replacing the old boiler in the spring.) Having known the pastor I knew the utilities run around $1,000 due to the age of the building and lack of insulation, so I waited to see how much using the building would cost.
BUT GOD....He informed me for a year there would be no rent! What? Yes, at least for one year we will not be paying rent!

Our dreams and plans for Sunday School, Bible Study meeting area with parking, a place for youth to call their own, closer nursery facilities, not having to put up and tear down every week, and plenty of office space......it all has been answered rent free for a year!

Now what? Well, we still need to pray all this out as too God still moving in people to give as there will be some expenses, and New Church has definitely been given a great blessing that brings an equal responsibility.

We need to finish the year strong with our breakfast this Sunday and our New Years party!

What a God! Don't just consume the blessings....seek to be a blessing to those God brings into your path!


Have a blessed Day!
Scott Wolff