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Pastor Jeff's Reflections . . . from a social distance

Yes . . . God is still in control

8/6/2020

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In many ways I feel like this year has been interrupted. Perhaps a better sentiment and feeling is hijacked. Certainly COVID-19 has disrupted our lives in many ways over the past seven months. But I’m sure as we reflect honestly upon this year that “could’ve been” and yet is “different than expected”, our lives have taken unexpected twists and turns even outside of a global pandemic. We will always experience varying degrees of chaos if we are seeking to control things that are outside of our control; as is much of life. The more that we entrust our lives to God the less chaos and disruption that we will experience. 
 
I want to encourage you, even in the midst of uncertainty which we all experience, do not forget our Christian responsibilities: 
  • to worship even if that worship is different via zoom or other formats
  • to love others and care for others as we do ourselves
  • to help promote the mission of Christ in our world and through our church
  • to continuously nurture our relationships with God through prayer, Bible study, devotions and experiencing God in our day-to-day lives. 
 
Just because our lives may be experiencing greater degrees of chaos does not mean that our world is not in the control of our loving God . . . “Occasionally, weep deeply over the life you hoped would be. Grieve the losses. Then wash your face. Trust God. And embrace the life you have.” John Piper

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    About Pastor Jeff:

       Pastor Jeff Howard began his journey at Woodland Forest Church as Interim Pastor in the summer of 2017.  In January 2018, he was called by the church family to become our Pastor.
       Pastor Jeff lives in Birmingham, AL.  He enjoys spending quality  time with his family, playing outside, hiking, playing card and board games, listening to music, and watching movies.  
       Pastor Jeff has over 10 years of experience pastoring diverse church congregations.  He was ordained at Shades Crest Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL, and received his Master of Divinity from McAfee School of Theology.  

    You can reach Pastor Jeff by email at jeffhoward100@gmail.com

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