Wanting to know Jesus: curiosity or calling?
That was the text message that came across Shawn’s phone from a neighbor of his with whom he had been developing a friendship. As their friendship progressed, Shawn’s friend found their relationship to be one where it was safe to ask questions about spiritual matters and even go a bit deeper below the normal surface level chit-chat that we often have with the people who live next door to us.
It was this simple text message that spawned the whole idea for this sermon series that we are starting this Easter Sunday morning. After praying about it and considering the heart behind that initial text message to Shawn, I believe we all find ourselves thinking about God more often than not.
Do you find yourself thinking about Him at odd times throughout the week?
- Driving down the road.
- In a meeting at the office while your supervisor’s going over the latest sales figures.
- In history class, while the teacher lectures on the original thirteen colonies.
- Or when you pull up at the mall and a parking spot just happens to open up on the front row closest to the door. Do you ever think...“God, did you do that?”
- Or when you’re at Chick-Fil-A and you see a dad praying over his food with his son before a meal. Do you stop and think about God?
- At odd times throughout the week, do you ever find yourself wondering what God is thinking about you?
In case you are still thinking about the answer to that last question, the reason Jesus came from Heaven to earth to die on a cross and come back to life is because He is crazy about you! He loves you with an undying love that can literally change your life for eternity.
Join us Sunday as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and begin to explore this question that we all deal with: WHY DO I THINK ABOUT GOD?
The answer may surprise you! As you prepare your hearts for worship this Sunday, know that I am praying God opens the eyes of your heart and soul to who Jesus is and what Jesus wants for your life in ways that will change your course for all eternity. If you have not yet invited someone to be your guest on Sunday, remember the video from last week: BE BOLD! INVITE SOMEONE! THEY JUST MIGHT SAY, “OK…I’LL GO.”
God Bless,
Gary
3rd Annual Heights Car Show
Our next Car Show will be Saturday, April 10. For more information, contact Andrew
Simmons at wasimmons2@verizon.net.
JOYLAND Celebration
The JOYLAND Team will take the opportunity to honor all of our splendid JOYLAND servants at the JOYLAND Celebration. This event will occur in the Brick on April 11th from 5:00-7:00pm. Childcare, including pizza for the children, will be provided by reservation. Please RSVP by April 5th by contacting Laura Kohutek at lkohutek@theheights.org or 972-231-6047 x 212.
Library Week
The Heights Library Ministry will celebrate Library Week April 11-17th. The theme this year is “Planted in the Word to Help Grow a Life”. Our 17000+ collection has something to cover every stage of that process from toddler to seniors. We have resources for personal spiritual growth, information about current issues concerning you and your family, studies to help you understand the Bible and God’s plan for your life and wholesome fiction for your leisure time. No matter your age or interest, we have something for you. You will find the library on the 2nd floor across from KDOG.
THSM Weekend High School Night April 10
Nerf War! Games, targets, and all out fun! 7-10 p.m. in the Brick. $5 admission includes nerf gun, darts & pizza. Big Sunday is April 11 at 9:15 a.m. All students come on down to the Brick to hear our guest speaker, Runks and the return of our Chi Alpha band, Branch. Bring your friends for this BIG Sunday morning!
Let's Talk About Sex - April 11th - 5-7PM All students come be a part of this relevant and direct discussion. What does the Bible have to say about sex? Meet us in room C201 above the chapel.
Old Fashioned Service
Plan to attend an old fashioned Sunday night service April 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel. Will hear a message from Dr. Bob Dean and hear great music from the “Firewheel Gospel Jubilee!”
SAVE THE DATE!
The Heights Family VBS—June 28-30, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Registration begins this Sunday! Are you ready for some family fun? Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity for your family to spend valuable time worshipping and playing together. The event is free and is here at The Heights! Bring your friends and neighbors. A meal will be provided each night prior to Family VBS for a small charge. For more information visit the registration booth today at the alcove downstairs, www.theheights.org, or contact Joy Pickering at jpickering@theheights.org.
Top 10 Opportunities to Serve - March 2010
Are you searching for a place to engage in our community or an opportunity to invest in the lives of others here at the Heights? You can find these top ten opportunities on our homepage under “Serve.” (www.theheights.org) 1 Peter 4:10 says, “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others…” Discover opportunities at places like Bukhair Elementary, JOYLAND AND KDOG or church greeters. There’s a place for everyone!
Getting ENGAGED in Bulgaria and Uganda
Bulgaria - July 2-11, 2010
Work with Kazanlak Baptist Church and visit the Muglish Orphanage. ENGAGE trip point person - Cookie Slate.
Uganda - July 23 - August 4 (Aug. 6 with safari option)
Serve in our village, Kyalulangira and serve with Eric and Krisann Pease in Mytiana. A portion of this trip will be medical related. We would love for those in the health profession to consider going, however, this is not a requirement. ENGAGE trip point person - John Wills.
Additional questions, contact Richard Covington or David Rogers.
UPDATES from the SANDERFORD Family Serving in UKRAINE
Be sure to check out the latest from Heights missionaries serving in UKRAINE. Click here to see and hear a special video from Tyler, Kelly, Hannah, Caleb and Joshua…as well as many of their Ukrainian neighbors and friends.
SHARE 2010
The Simple Gospel - www.theheights.org/share.
DID YOU KNOW…
- Pastor Gary loves to ride his bike.
- Pastor Gary hates it that hunger is a reality that people deal with in our state, country and world.
- Click here to find out how Pastor Gary is going to help BIKE OUT HUNGER.
Worship Blogs from the Heights
In an effort to aid our congregation in their preparation for corporate worship and times of private worship, Trent and Logan have begun to update a weekly blog where you can find out what we’ll be singing. In addition, many times the stories or scriptures behind the songs or the composers will be discussed as well. Check out the sites for links so you can experience the songs before we gather, or use it to find out more about a song you connected with in a powerful way. You can also access the blogs through the worship tab at www.theheights.org.
http://www.915worship.blogspot.com/
http://www.1050worship.blogspot.com/
This Week as We Live Intentionally for Christ...
We Will:
- Worship God with Others
- Grow with Others
- Serve with Others
- Share with Others
