What’s Happening at CG 08/19/2020

What’s Happening at CG?

 

A Note From Pastor Cowser

“Are You a Fan or a Follower?”
Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. Matthew 16:24 (NIV)
In his book, Not a Fan, Kyle Idleman writes about the difference between being a “fan of Jesus” and being a “follower of Jesus.” Indleman declares that the word fan is often defined as an enthusiastic admirer. In other words, fans want to be close enough to Jesus to get all the benefits, but not so close that it requires sacrifice. Fans may be fine repeating prayers, singing hymns, or even wearing an “I Am a Christian” t-shirt, but when it comes down to sacrificing and putting one’s will and desires aside for the will of God, a fan will eventually reach a limit and walk away.
We must admit, it takes a deep commitment to be a follower of Christ. It’s not about doing more, or working harder, but it’s about surrendering to the Spirit at work in our lives every day. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused us all to slow down from our routines and reflect on our lives. I hope that as we find our new normal, you will join me in an attitude of prayer and reflection. We should all take some time to reflect on the ways we can deepen our faith. Simply put, the longer we follow Jesus, the more like him we will become.
Blessings,
Pastor Cowser

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P.O. Box 5957
Huntsville, AL 35814

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Remember The Sick & Home-bound

Mrs. Evelyn Roberson
Mrs. Gladys Jacobs
Mrs. Madgie Jamar
Ms. Marjorie Ewing
Mrs. Cora King
Ms. Theresa Hope
Mrs. Zena Love Hill
Mr. Carl Bradley
Mrs. Barbara Baker
Mr. Bobby Readus
Mr. James Harris
Mr. Liona Langford, Jr.
Mrs. Ollie Gilliam

Community Information

“For the November 3 General Election, the deadline to register to vote is Monday, October 19th, the deadline to submit an absentee ballot application is Thursday, October 29th the deadline to return an absentee ballot to the Absentee Election Manager is the close of business Monday, November 2nd, and the last day to postmark an absentee ballot is Monday, November 2nd.”
(Statement provided by: Alabama Secretary of State John H. Merrill; August 18, 2020, 72 Days Left to Apply for an Absentee Ballot for General Election)
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