August 31, 2020 SHARE: 1 Timothy and Appointment for Service A WORD FROM THE LORD “ I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service.“ 1 Timothy 1:12 A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT What comfort there is in knowing that as God carried Elijah, Jeremiah, Peter and Paul through times of trial, He who appointed you for service is with you too! WE’RE PRAYING FOR YOU “O Holy Spirit, who called me by the gospel and also called me into Christian service, strengthen me with every gift needed for times like this. Amen.” RENEWAL MOMENT Take a deep breath. Exhale Slowly. “Lord, have mercy.” Thanksgiving for the certainty of God’s call! MARKER OF WELLBEING: Vocational As I grow in God’s grace of Vocational GENTLENESS, I am finding joy in HUMILITY as I serve through my calling and gifts.