With God, There’s always a Way forward
Many things can push us toward hopelessness—losing a job, the death of a loved one, unrelenting sickness, overwhelming financial struggles, selfishness on full display in public life, constant criticism from coworkers, being excluded by teammates and coaches, or never feeling like you truly belong anywhere.
God’s people in the time of the prophet Isaiah felt the same despair. Their homeland was first divided in two, then ruled by a succession of kings, and ultimately, they were exiled to foreign lands under foreign rulers. What hope was there for their future?
Isaiah’s prophecy poetically highlights the hope they had to cling to—the same hope we have today through Jesus, that, with God, there is always a way forward.
How is the Lord calling you to respond to His good news of hope?
1️⃣ God – What does this hope tell you about God’s character?
2️⃣ Yourself or Others – What does this hope tell you about how to trust God?
3️⃣ Step of Obedience – What step of obedience toward God does this hope spur you to take today (this week)?
This Sunday, we’ll reflect on Isaiah 49:14-26. I hope you'll join us as we continue reflecting on the Suffering Servant passages from the book of Isaiah and the hope they offer to our lives today.
Merge Madness
MERGE Madness is a youth event for 6-12th grade students at the Clarence Church of Christ, on Saturday, March 22nd. Kids will have the fantastic opportunity to stand alongside other students from our sisterhood of churches in worship, praise, and fun (volleyball and other activities)!
We would love for you to help foster this fun, safe, and Jesus-filled environment by serving in various roles needed to host this event. Opportunities include assisting with food, setup, cleanup, music, media, welcoming guests, and more. To get involved, message Mitch Knight directly or sign up on the sheet in the lobby during this Sunday’s worship gathering. Thank you for your willingness to serve the younger generation and help guide them to abundant life in Jesus!
A Tool to Shape You toward God’s Abundant Life…
To help equip our church family to meet consistently with Jesus, share vulnerably with Him, and invest sacrificially in His way, our leadership has compiled a prayer guide on Isaiah’s Suffering Servant passages. This guide is meant to shape a daily habit of allowing God’s Word to disrupt our lives—moving us from sin to the way of Jesus. Designed for the weeks leading up to Easter, it offers a simple yet faithful rhythm of prayer. Our hope is that it will form us into uncommon people—those who intentionally sit with God’s Word, wrestle with sin, and let His truth shape us to serve and sacrifice like Jesus. We invite you to use this guide throughout March and April, asking God to do a mighty work in you—deepening your life in Him and helping you guide others into His abundant life.
Find a copy of the prayer guide for next week (March 17-22) next to the Info Page as you enter and leave the worship gathering this Sunday.
Linger after this Sunday
This Sunday, March 16th, following the 10am worship gathering, there’ll be a linger-after with some light food available. Feel free to hang around, catch up with someone, or get to know someone further. You are welcome to contribute any additional food if you feel inclined. Please contact Valerie Hubert with any questions.
Get Some Fresh Air While Helping to Meet a Need…
Although we've only had a taste of warm weather this past week, summer is quickly approaching, and with it comes the important need to maintain the church lawn. The CCC trustees are seeking members who are willing to serve by mowing the lawn this year. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the upkeep of our church while also experiencing the joy of serving. Mowing requires an approximate once-a-month commitment from April to October. Your help would make a big difference! If interested, connect with Dan Corbett, Jim Ebersole, or Jordan Byrd.
Continue to trust that God is present and active.
