This weekend, our Young Adult  group gathered together for what they called “Friends-giving”. Food, fun, fellowship, and lots

of laughs ensued, and a good time was had by all. It is reported that there were 15 visitors, and around 50 in total attendance!

On Sunday, we were blessed to have 3 of our East TX Ministry Institute students

bring the Word, in a tag-team format.

First up was our

Children’s Pastor, Myranda Holt, speaking on

Recognizing the Call. 

Her text was taken from Matthew 11:15

as well as the 3rd chapter of 1 Samuel- the account of young Samuel, 

hearing the call of The Lord’s voice, but mistaking it for the voice of the elderly Priest, Eli, whom Samuel was under the tutelage of.

Eli's instruction to the boy after 3 times, was

when you hear the call again, say "Speak Lord, for your servant hears"

Next up was Brother JJ Johnson, speaking on Accepting the Call. 

His text was taken from Ephesians 4:1-11

where we find Biblical exhortation on the proper way to receive the call of God on your life, and accept the responsibilities of that honor.

The 3rd Special Speaker in the lineup was our Sister Jasmine Clay. She spoke on  

Initiating the Call. 

Her text was taken from Isaiah 6:8, showing that once we’ve recognized and accepted the call, things don’t just “fall into place”, ministries must be pursued, built, and properly maintained- and a strong ministry does not just happen because of all “our gifts & talents”. Arrogance and self-glorification is poison to a ministry, but with humbleness and obedience, it will flourish under the hand of God.