08/13/2026
Dear Friends and Family of Faith,
“And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out My Spirit upon all flesh;”- Joel 2:28; Acts 2:17
Hey, what a rainfall, right? It is a little fearful, so be careful out there! We are reminded, however, of the lyrics in the old familiar hymn - “There shall be Showers of Blessings.” One line reads, ‘Oh, that today they might fall.’ That’s not only how the old hymn goes, but that’s how today is really going…and then some! We are experiencing an unusual amount of rainfall today and during these middle days of August. Again, we want everyone to please stay safe. The last 48 hours, however, have given us a better understanding of the 40 days and 40 nights of Genesis, Chapter 7. Right? Well, okay, we know there is no real comparison, but we get it. God is truly awesome!
I will say, that, observing a rainfall can be a reminder of God‘s great Power and His immeasurable Mercy. ‘Mercy drops round us are falling’, to continue to quote from the hymn, ‘showers of blessings we need’. Amen. We do need God’s blessings in our lives, every day. Rainfalls…they are really something! In every drop of rain, we can imagine the infinite mercy of our Almighty God. What a blessing! The Love of God is truly somewhat like a torrential summer rain - pouring down to fill us up. (Our souls.) Thank You, Jesus. How thankful we are today for God’s great mercy and grace. My prayers are for everyone at North Christian Church to experience the immeasurable Love of God in Christ Jesus, and to receive a ‘downpour’ of His Power in your life. (Holy Sprit, Rain!) “…So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” (Ephesians 3:17-19 ).
At North Christian Church, we strive to express the Holy Love of God, the amazing and saving Grace of Jesus, and the transforming Power of The Holy Spirit in every person‘s life…and in everything we do and say. At this time, we are more committed than ever to making sure that everyone is joyously included, and always encouraged, to keep growing in their relationship with Jesus Christ here at NCC. As we do that; let us be praying for the lost, the sick, the needy, and those who are hurting. Let us pray daily for their salvation, needs, and their healing; especially those who have cancer. Also, let’s be praying for our children who are now in school, and the teachers who will be teaching them. Please remember that North Christian Church is here to help you and your family to stay strong in your faith in Jesus. It is our goal to bring Hope, Joy, Love, and Peace to all; as we love and encouragement each and every person. So, we trust that as the prayers go up, the blessings will come down, and the house that is built on the Rock of Jesus and His Words will stand firm. (Luke 6:47-49).
Standing with all of you together in God’s growing NCC Family of Faith.
Be safe and stay dry. Love you all.
Just Singing (His praises) in the rain, Pastor John