07/26/2026
**Good morning, church!**
It's so good to see each of you this morning. Thank you for being here. Whether you've come in full of joy or carrying the weight of a difficult week, we're grateful you've chosen to gather together today.
Psalm 46:10 says:
> *"Be still, and know that I am God."*
Life has a way of filling our hearts and minds with constant noise—responsibilities, deadlines, worries, and distractions. Sometimes we don't even realize how much we're carrying until we finally stop.
That's one of the beautiful reasons we gather each week.
Before we sing a single song or hear today's message, God gives us a simple invitation:
**"Be still, and know that I am God."**
Not because everything in our lives is perfect.
Not because every question has been answered.
But because **He is still God.**
He hasn't changed this week. He's still faithful. He's still good. He's still working—even in the places we can't yet see.
Hebrews reminds us not to neglect meeting together, but to encourage one another. This morning, just by being here, you're part of that encouragement. We worship together. We pray together. We grow together. And we're reminded that none of us walks this journey of faith alone.
So as we begin this morning, let's take a deep breath. Let's set aside the distractions for a little while. Let's quiet our hearts and give God our full attention, trusting that He wants to meet each of us here today.
Would you pray with me?
**Father,**
Thank You for this church family and for the privilege of gathering together in Your name. Quiet our hearts and calm our minds. Help us leave behind the distractions of this past week and fix our eyes on You.
Open our ears to hear Your Word, open our hearts to receive it, and let our worship be pleasing to You. Encourage those who are weary, strengthen those who are struggling, and remind each of us that You are faithful in every season.
May everything we do today glorify You and point us to Jesus.
In His precious name we pray,
**Amen.**