As we head into the first week of a new month, I'd like to ask the question that was the focus of my sermon this week:  What else do you need before you believe?

In John 6:24-33, after Jesus had taken the two loaves and five fish and fed the 5,000; after He walked on water and calmed the stormy sea; He still faced a crowd of non-believers.  Although Jesus had just performed miracles, they still wanted more before they would believe.

How relevant is that passage of scripture for us today!

So many times in our life's journeys we ignore the everyday blessings God provides us and question if and when God will bring us through.  Then we want a "Sign" to know for sure.  Be honest-- how many times have your prayed, "If this is you Lord then make this or that happen," or "Lord, I want to believe, but please show me a sign."  What we fail to realize, is God shows us daily miracles! He continuously brings us out of situations:  you have a car problem-- He sends a mechanic who happens to be driving by.  You have a bill due-  You get an unexpected check in the mail.  Friends, it's not happenstance.  It's God!  Step out of your comfort zone- step into your Faith and recognize what God is doing in your life.  Praise Him in advance while He's bringing you through a tough situation.

So what else do you need before you believe?  John 6:29 tells us we are to Believe in Him.  It's that simple.  We must have Faith, and remember that faith without works is dead.  Believe in the God of the Miracle until your miracle comes.  And when it comes, recognize it, thank Him for it, and share your testimony!

Peace & love,
Pastor M.