Service Charge.

"God gave me the word for this sermon two months ago. I didn't know that today was going to be the launch for Summer Serve... but God's plans are perfect." -Pastor Martha

At Bronx Bethany Church of the Nazarene, we are blessed to have a group of pastors who are faithful in hearing and obeying the word of the Lord. The experience of Isaiah, which was the subject of Sunday's sermon, is also the experience of our pastors. Pastor Martha obeyed God's instructions by preaching from Isaiah 6:1-13, and Pastor Althea echoed the theme as she gave an overview of Summer Serve 2014.

As we re-read the Scripture passage and as we prayerfully consider the opportunities for ministry over these next several weeks, there are a number of points we can reflect upon:

• The Lord God rules us. He is King over all that exists. He is adored and reverenced by all who have caught a vision of His glory.
• The Lord God hears us. His ears are open to receive our praise of Him and our confession of our own unworthiness.
• The Lord God cleanses us. He is the only one strong enough to break the chains of sin, sickness, and occultic bondage.
• The Lord God calls us. He takes the initiative to seek out men, women, and children who are willing to serve Him.

What is God saying to us? He has called us to speak His truths in a time where people are reluctant to heed His word. He has called us to share His message in a spirit of love. The ministry we are doing this summer is not done to evoke a particular response from the people we serve: we simply do the work because it is what God has called us to do.

Today, wherever you are in life, and wherever you are in the world, take time to worship God. As you take the time to honor Him, He will take the time to reveal His desires to you. And, He will equip you to do whatever He asks.

What is God saying to you?