Beloved brothers and sisters, it is no coincidence that we have been studying through these passages over the past weeks. Let us remain steadfast in our faith as we offer ourselves up as a blessing to those who are going through this dark valley. "My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways." James 1:2-8

"I would have lost heart, unless I had believed That I would see the goodness of the Lord In the land of the living. Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!" Psalm 27:13-14

Tho the pathway before you uncertain may be, Trust the Lord, no good thing to withhold back from thee: He is perfect in wisdom and faithful to bless, Trust His Word, in His time He will give you His best. Be not weary in waiting, for love suffers long. If you faint not, you'll reap when the harvest is come. Run with patience the race, as you rest on His Word, For your testing will teach you to wait on the Lord. They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings as eagles, They shall run and not grow weary. They'll walk and not faint. Wait, I say, wait on the Lord. Poem by Joe Zichterman

How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings. Psalm 36:7 But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

II Corinthians 12:9 says: "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." Pastor Jeremy and Beth, along with their six children, are going through a valley of complete dependence on the grace of our Lord, and His strength, made perfect in times of severe weakness. At this time, Beth has been placed on hospice care. The tumor in her brain has grown rapidly, causing weakness, and other symptoms associated with this type of cancer. Please, keep them in your prayers, asking for wisdom and strength for today.

***Counting it Pure Joy in the Lord on September 17th*** 9:00-9:45 Kids Classes, Men & Women's Classes 10:00-11:30 Morning Worship Service 11:30 Refreshments Served in Fellowship Hall 6:00-7:15 *** Evening Bible Study*** The Book of Romans is packed with truth that brings joy, security, and the truth about our salvation in Jesus Christ. This Fall is a great time to get involved with us for a time of singing and opening our Bibles together.

Great to pick back up in our Romans study tonight! "Whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." Romans 10:13

*** A New Fall Season Schedule ***Sunday, September 10th*** 9:00-9:45 Kids Classes, Men & Women's Classes 10:00-11:30 Morning Worship Service 11:30 Refreshments Served in Fellowship Hall ***************************************************** 6:00-7:15 Evening Bible Study. This Fall is a great time to get involved with us for a time of singing and opening our Bibles together. The Book of Romans is packed with truth that brings joy, security, and the truth about our salvation in Jesus Christ.

*** Mark your Calendar! *** Sunday Mornings *** Beginning September 10th *** A New Fall Season Schedule *** Plan to bring your family for a Great Time of Study in the *** Book of Truth *** God's Word *** The Bible *** 9:00 Hour *** SS Lessons for Kids, Men's Class, Women's Class ************************************************************