Dear Cornerstone Family,
On holidays, especially Thanksgiving, it is easy to pause and give thanks; but what if we became people who lived a lifestyle of gratitude towards God? What would that look like? What could change our perspective on life so dramatically that we would radiate thankfulness?
As I read this passage from Philippians this morning, I started by bringing to the Lord all the things that I am anxious about -which was more than I realized. Then I started to pray and give thanks for the many blessings God has given. This verse came to my mind:
Philippians 4: 4-7, NIV tells us, “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
This time of year can bring so much anxiety, if we choose not to bring everything before the Lord. After laying it all before Him, we must choose not to take it back again. We must choose to have faith that He will give us the strength to do and be what HE desires for us.
Have a blessed day of giving thanks!
Following THE Leader with you,
Pastor Ed Turley
Cornerstone Church of Poway
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Interfaith Volunteer Opportunity: *Note the time change*
Thank you to those who are volunteering to serve Thanksgiving Dinner for the homeless at Interfaith this Wednesday, Nov. 21. We will meet at church at 10:30 am and will return at 3:00 pm.
Deck The Halls:
Mark your calendars and join us for our Deck The Halls church decorating event on Saturday, Dec. 1 starting at 8 am. Come and lend a hand for as long as you’d like. Together, let’s transform our church for Christmas to welcome the community. We’ve had so much fun in the years past, you won’t want to miss it! Lunch provided. For questions please contact Joshua Crandall at joshua.crandall.09@gmail.com.
Small Groups:
Not in a Small Group? Would you like to make new friends, get refueled and refreshed? Check out our open small groups at www.cornerstonepoway.com/smallgroups. Our Thursday evening small group is on a break and will resume after the first of the year.