West Houston Church of Christ

06/08/2026

Monday Devotional: When Life Doesn't Make Sense

Life has a way of blindsiding us. One moment everything seems fine, and the next we're facing loss, illness, or heartbreak that leaves us reeling. When the widow's son died, her first instinct was to blame—both herself and Elijah. She assumed this tragedy was punishment for her past sins. How often do we do the same? When suffering strikes, we immediately start searching for someone or something to blame, including ourselves. But here's the truth: God's people are not immune to suffering. It's part of living in a fallen world. The widow had experienced God's miraculous provision through Elijah's ministry, yet tragedy still came. This reminds us that faithfulness to God doesn't guarantee a life free from pain. What matters is not avoiding suffering, but knowing where to turn when it comes. The biblical model is clear and consistent throughout Scripture: take it to the Lord.

Bible Verse
Why have you hidden your face? How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? - Psalm 10:1

Reflection Question
When facing unexpected tragedy, what is your first instinct—to blame yourself, others, or to immediately turn to God in prayer?

Quote
“The people of God are not immune to suffering. We're not. It's part of life. It's part of the fall. And we're certainly not always going to be protected from grief and loss and even death and dying.” - Brian Offutt

Prayer
Lord, when life doesn't make sense and suffering comes, help me resist the urge to blame and instead turn my heart toward You. Give me the wisdom to know that You are my refuge in every storm.

06/07/2026

🙏 'The Lord listened to Elijah' - Don't skip past this powerful truth! God HEARS your prayers and has the power to heal, deliver, provide, reconcile, restore, and set you free. Your prayers matter more than you know! ✨

06/07/2026

Thank you for joining our Instrumental Service. Please click this link to check-in for this week's service: https://westhoustonchurch.org/check-in
Click this link for upcoming events: https://westhoustonchurch.org/events
Click this link to sign up for events: https://westhoustonchurch.org/sign-ups

06/06/2026

Step up to the plate for a fun family night! We are heading to Constellation Field on July 31st at 7:00pm for a Sugar Land Space Cowboys Baseball game!

The Space Cowboys will be playing the Salt Lake Bees. Tickets are $16 each, and parking passes are $4 per family. Plan to stay for the Friday night fireworks display afterward, too!

It's the perfect way to spend a summer evening with your loved ones. Don't miss out! Please purchase your tickets by July 15th to reserve your seat.

https://westhoustonchurch.ccbchurch.com/form_edit.php?form_id=641

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

West Houston's VBS for children ages 3 through those entering 5th grade. Children must be potty-trained in order to attend. If you are registering a 3-year-old, we ask that you plan to stay on campus during VBS. We will have a hospitality room that you are welcome to join. VBS will be July 12th-15th, with a family night carnival on July 15th, from 6:30-8:15 p.m.

Sign up your children:
https://westhoustonchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/615/responses/new

Sign up to volunteer:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B44A5AB2FA0FA7-61832866-2026 #/

06/05/2026

Friday Devotional: God Will Provide
At the moment when everything seemed lost, God provided a ram caught in the thicket. Abraham named that place 'The Lord Will Provide,' creating a memorial to God's faithfulness that would encourage future generations. This wasn't just about saving Isaac—it was about revealing God's heart as both tester and provider. When we step out in obedience, even when we can't see how things will work out, we create space for God to show up in ways we never imagined. Abraham's faith wasn't passive hoping; it was active trust that moved him forward despite uncertainty. God's provision often comes at the last moment, not because He's late, but because He wants to demonstrate His power and build our faith. When we say yes to God's calling—whether it's adopting children, changing careers, or simply using our gifts to serve—we open doors for divine provision that wouldn't exist otherwise. God is still in the business of providing rams in the thicket for those who trust Him enough to climb the mountain.

Bible Verse
So Abraham called the name of that place, "The Lord will provide"; as it is said to this day, "On the mount of the Lord it shall be provided." - Genesis 22:14

Reflection Question
What mountain of obedience is God calling you to climb, trusting that He will provide what you need along the way?

Quote
“So Abraham called the name of that place. The Lord will provide, as it is said to this day, on the mount of the Lord, it shall be provided.” - Will Morris

Prayer
Lord, increase my faith to step out in obedience, trusting that You will provide everything I need to fulfill Your calling on my life.

06/04/2026

You've heard us talk about Freedom Prayer. Learn more by watching this video or visiting us on the website - https://westhoustonchurch.org/freedomprayer

https://youtu.be/a9g41KYi0bg

Learn more or sign up for a session: https://westhoustonchurch.org/...

06/04/2026

All Kids who have completed Kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to join us for a day camp where we'll explore different stories from the Bible through art, science, and games.
JUNE 9TH-11TH FROM 9:30-1:30
The cost is $70. Lunch and snacks are provided.
Register here:
https://westhoustonchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/614/responses/new