First Friday, December '08

The First Friday for December turned out to be a successful one, as usual. By success, I mean there was prayer, fellowship, and a message from God's word. That is always a success, and that should always be our goal. 

Attendance was down a little bit from previous months, but that can happen and is probably expected this time of year.  With the inconsistency we've had with First Friday dates (no FF in July, for the 4th, and no FF in November for the church-wide Faith Retreat), and with this being exam week for many schools, absences will be accepted, this time! ha. 

Coop brought us the message out of 1 Peter:4, and we talked about suffering for Christ's sake, and dying to ourselves, and stepping out on faith that the Lord is faithful to provide us with all we need for His purpose. There were card games played, fellowship, and prayer on the evening. 

We should all be in prayer for our church, our ministry, and our fellow saints who are dying for the Faith and the Lord abroad, as these things are good for unity and growth within our body.  Be sure to check out the upcoming events list to the left of the postings, so that you can mark them on the calendar and plan accordingly. I am planning on starting a HBC YAM group on Facebook soon, to make the communication of events and updated posts on the blog more conveniently communicated. Grace and peace, hope all is well with everyone. Stay on top of your studies, do well on your exams, and suffer for the sake of Christ this week. You will be blessed.