July Beacon

A Message from Chaplain Mark Javery

Again this month our membership appears to be doing well. As of this writing I am not aware of anyone in our membership over the last month who has suffered a loss, is in the hospital, is sick, or in distress. Continue to keep our brothers and sisters who have had their partners, their children, close family and friends pass in your thoughts and prayers. Let them know you care with a hug, a card, whatever may be appropriate for you, as mourning and healing is a long and so painful journey.

As we celebrate our countries Independence Day take time to reflect on God’s goodness to our nation and the freedoms we enjoy.

My thoughts on what Independence Day can mean to a Christian….. By daily repentance, sorrow over sin, confessing our sin, and daily understanding that God, for the sake of His Son, Jesus Christ, has forgiven our sins and no longer holds any of them against us. This is true freedom. For Christians, every day is Independence Day. Galatians 5:13 ESV For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but though love serve one another.