Services went really well today as we began the revival effort at Gates Baptist Church. Both services were well attended with a number of new faces, as far as I was concerned. I’ve been ministering to this church for a number of years now and the pastor is beginning his 2nd year here. He is seeing this new blood coming in, albeit slower than he would like but coming in nevertheless.

The Lord led me in my preparations to focus on the Christian responsibility of our calling to reach out beyond the church walls. I was unaware of the pastor’s recent emphasis on the same thing. I guess the church will think he gave me inside info. I love when God does that.

Tomorrow morning I am speaking at the associational Pastor’ Prayer Breakfast. Sure would appreciate the prayers.

Patty is with me and is in regular touch with her dad. He is doing well and looking forward to the 29th when, Lord willing, he will be moving back to his home.

Blessings,
John