THE NEW YEAR

The new year is here and advancing every day.  As you read this article, we are already 12 days  -  nearly two weeks, into the year 2003.  What are you planning on doing this year?  Have you planned out your vacation schedule? Will the kids participate in t-ball, little league, scouts, etc.?  Will family or friends from out of town be visiting?  What will you do for the Lord this year?

The elders will be presenting the plan of work for Warners Chapel in 2003 in a week or two. What will you do with your copy?  You could give it a quick glance and then file it “somewhere” never to be seen again.  Or you could get it out and read it with a determined view to do all you can in making this year a successful one.  For example you can look up the dates for events such as gospel meetings, the youth rally, and the leadership seminar and mark them on your calender.  Then when vacation plans are finalized make sure the dates do not conflict with these special efforts of the congregation.

Another thing you can do is remind others in the congregation of these special efforts. Remember the words of Hebrews 10:24, “let us consider one another to provoke unto love and good works.”  Talk with others to remind them of up-coming opportunities for worship, study, edification and
service and encourage them to take advantage of this special time.  You can do this by making a phone call, writing a note, making a visit, or mentioning it while talking before or after services.

The elders put forth the effort to plan the year’s work with some special times.  Make the commitment to take advantage of them and encourage others to do so as well.

—Denny