Lake Lure Baptist Church

09/07/2026

"Resting exposes my misplaced confidence in what I can accomplish and reminds me that my worth is found in Christ alone and in what He has done. He makes me okay, not my accomplishments."

—Kelly Needham

Friend, rest is not a reward for getting everything done. It’s a gift from God and a reminder that we were never meant to carry everything ourselves.

For those of us who love our to-do lists, productivity can easily become a source of identity, worth, and security. But Sabbath reminds us that we don’t have to accomplish anything to be okay. God doesn’t need us. And our salvation doesn’t come through our striving—it comes through resting in Christ.

Read more from today's article, "Remember the Sabbath: Four Reminders for Achievement Addicts" at the link in the comments.

09/07/2026

“The Father’s house is where we belong, and the way to it, as in the story of the prodigal son, is repentance” - Elisabeth Elliot, Seeking God’s Guidance

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09/07/2026

Seasoned Salt Adults - Hospital Outreach
On Saturday, we had the privilege and honor of being together and praying for Debbie Rhodes before her surgery at Spartanburg Regional Hospital. Thank you Seasoned Salt, Hospital, Soup Kitchen, Missions, Hospitality and Prayer Group Ministries for being the hands and feet of Jesus!
We topped off our morning with breakfast at Strawberry Hill ❤️

09/07/2026

Wednesday Missions Meal Fundraiser for the FALL South Sudan Missions Team
Wed. Sept. 30th
Menu: BBQ, Sides, Dessert
Dinner is being served starting at 5:15pm thru 6:15pm.
Cost: Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated
Dinner sponsored and hosted by the LLBC Missions Ministry.
Come and enjoy a delicious dinner and help the Missions Team raise funds.
Contact Person: Larry Foster, 828-699-2398

09/07/2026

Day 5: 30 Days of Praying for LLBC Supported Missions or Ministries
GRBA – Ladies Conference: Ivy Brickhouse: [email protected]

On November the 7th, 2026, the GRBA will host it’s first ever women’s conference. This event is open to women of all ages. We will have a special break out session track for students and young adult women. This conference is open to all churches, denominations—all women welcome.

Please pray for the team coordinating this event, pray for every person that will be in attendance (age 12 and older), for each speaker as they are preparing. We want to see the lives of women in our community and beyond changed for the glory of God!

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09/06/2026

I first started writing Bible studies out of our tiny newlywed apartment thirteen (!) years ago. I led a group of college women at our church through the book of Ruth, and several of them asked me to write down the content for the weeks they missed. Through that small group, one of the girls (a graphic design major) helped me learn the basics of Illustrator and InDesign, and my first Bible study on the book of Ruth ("Gospel of Grace") was born.
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Every single day, as I open Scripture and put the "Word Before World," God continues to stir in my heart a passion to make his glory known. And that’s exactly what I’ll do for the rest of my life—whether it’s through writing, caring for my kids, loving my neighbor, or opening the Word. All matters; all is for Jesus.
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To the woman who feels afraid to do what God is calling you to do, my encouragement is this: Be faithful where you are. Even the smallest acts of obedience matter to God! So, fold laundry for his glory. Create for his glory. Grade papers for his glory. Bake cupcakes for his glory. Whatever it is that you do, do it for his glory.

May we be beacons of hope to a world that desperately needs Jesus. 💛

- Gretchen Saffles, Founder

P.S. All those years ago, I never could've imagined what the Lord would do through the ministry of Well-Watered Women. If you're looking for a tool to help you in your everyday Bible study, I hope you'll take a look at our brand-new Give Me Jesus Journal. Comment JOURNAL, and we'll send you the link via DM!

09/06/2026