Doreen and I are in Vernon, as I write this Blog. We are here to participate in the BC Seniors Games. Tuesday afternoon was registration day. There are 3700 participants. We began to line up at 3:30 and the line went forever. As I looked up and down the line up, I marveled at how old they all were looking. Then I realized with a shocking dose of reality, I too was “one of them.”  When I did my race today, (5k run) I realized that I might think I am still young, but those old guys were a heck of a lot faster than me.

Speaking of the race, I actually realized my goals. I have been having trouble with my knee. In the morning I prayed that my knee would hold up and I would not finish last. Both prayers were answered. My knee has no pain in it as I type this and I came in second from last. I was able to run it in 28 minutes and 20 seconds; well short of the 21 minute winning time.

I want to thank everyone who prayed for me and my knee, God really did answer prayer.

This week we will be starting a new sermon series at KCF.  It is called Holy Spirit and You. I think that Holy Spirit is perhaps the least understood of the three persons in the Godhead. Within the church there is everything from indifference to fear when it comes to the Holy Spirit working in our lives. We see Holy Spirit right through the Old and New Testament, working in the lives of his creation. This study will give us a good understanding of the person of the Holy Spirit, how he works in our lives, and how Holy Spirit connects within the Godhead.

Let me say this, as I conclude my musing for this week. In Genesis one and two we see the creation story. Holy Spirit was very much involved. The Bible starts off by saying, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the spirit of God was hovering over the waters.” Some commentaries suggest that the earth was in a state of chaos, but when the Spirit of God began to move over it, beauty ensued. That is what Holy Spirit can do so well. He is the creative side of the Godhead, if you will. When he is allowed to “hover” or move over areas of your life that are formless, dark, empty or in chaos, he can bring order, beauty and fruitfulness. I have found it so in my life and millions could testify of the same. Why not you?  If you have chaos in your life, invite Holy Spirit to come; let him hover over you, soak in his presence, and allow him access to every dark, unforbidden place. Light will come, change will happen, and fruitfulness will be your reality.

I plan to expand on this theme on Sunday, don’t miss it. The series Holy Spirit and You starts now, with the first message called Holy Spirit brings beauty out of chaos.

Baptism Sunday

At 1pm this coming Sunday, September 17th, we will be at Lakeside Park to share and witness baptisms.  Come and join us in this momentous time in the life of these believers of Jesus and share as we celebrate with these people.

Haiti Arise

KCF is actively involved with supporting Haiti Arise.  Please keep them in prayer as this is active hurricane season for them. To find out more about Haiti Arise, click on the link. http://www.haitiarise.org/

S.H.A.R.E. Nelson

S.H.A.R.E. is accepting and receiving donations and new items are being put out for sale every day.  Come down and support the poor.  If you would like to volunteer at S.H.A.R.E. we currently have great ministry opportunities.  Call the store at 250.352.1222 or stop by the store to inquire.  Click on this link to check out S.H.A.R.E.’s new video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aZX9v7gxdM

Calendar of Events

• Growth Groups begin September 14th, Registration required and space is limited.
• Baptisms at Lakeside Park, Sunday, Sept 17, 1pm.
• Ladies Retreat, Fruitvale Christian Fellowship, Sept 22 and 23, Registration required.
• Bright Lights, Club for Kids begins Tuesday, October 3 at KCF, 3:30 – 5pm, Contact KCF office for details.
• Junior Teens, Ages 11-16.  Meet at KCF, Fridays from 4 – 5:30pm.  No cost. Begins Oct 13th.
• Tim and the Glory Boys, The Hootenanny Tour – Wednesday, October 18 at Civic Theatre, $15/advance, $20/door, $40/family pass.
• Niki Thorson memorial will be October 21, 2017

Visit our website at http://www.kootenaychristianfellowship.com for all the news, sermons, and places to donate.

Looking forward to seeing you this Sunday.

Pastor Jim

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September 14, 2017