"Ah Ha Moment" by Gwendolyn Gay

Have you ever had an "Ah Ha" (not the 80's band) moment? A moment where God makes something abundantly clear to you. I truly believe that God can use anything to reveal his wisdom to us or to get our attention. He can use anything from a burning bush to a cereal box. I happened to have heard God's wisdom from a talking turtle this week.

My husband and I settled in for a night of "fluff" as I like to call G rated movies. I fully expected to be entertained without having to think too hard about anything for an hour and a half, and then I heard it:

"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today is a gift. That why they call it the present."

 I felt as though I had been kicked in the stomach. This cartoon turtle forced me to think about living in the present and what that really meant. I am one of those people that has to plan everything months in advance which makes is extremely hard to live in the present. The "get closer to God so you can hear how he wants to use you" box was always moved to another day, and now I know why. I believed that God has something big for everyone including myself, but sometimes I think I'm not "holy" enough yet for such a calling. In reality, God wants to use us today.  I of all people should be living my life like there is no tomorrow! Unexpectedly loosing my Dad two years ago was a huge wakeup call for me and from that point on I started to turn my life around. But somewhere along the way I started to focus inwardly again. I may not have been making the same mistakes as before but I was as selfish as ever.

To be outwardly focused God needs to be the center of our attention and we need to keep in mind that no matter what we are going through God can handle it. We need to remember that we are all works in progress and will continue to be until the Lord calls us home. God can use us where we are today, so we can't hide behind the excuse that we aren't "holy" enough. I just want to encourage everyone to get out there and live life for God and to its fullest. Don't wait to hear it from a talking turtle.

1105 Launch Team
On August 23rd The Well takes its next step as a church with the launch of a morning service.  We need help in every area of our Sunday operation, and you can be a part of it!  Weren't there two years ago when it all started?  Looking for a way to get plugged in and take your next step? Now is the time! 

Join us on Monday, June 29th at 6:30 p.m. at Matthew Robinson's house as we put plans and people in place to make this transition happen.  (The 1105 Launch Team will also be meeting on Monday, July 20th, and Monday, August 10th.)

Hello, My Name Is...
We need you.  Yes, YOU!  Can you smile, say hello, and strike up a conversation?  Join the greeting team and serve before the service on Sundays.  Contact Haley Herritt, Director of Guest Services, at haley@nomorethirst.org for more information.


College Community Group
The Well's college community groups are coming together this summer!  Join us each Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at Matthew Robinson's house.  Dinner each week is a cheap $3 followed by a time for bible study and discussion.  If you need more info, contact Dean or Matthew.

Adult Community Group
Our Adult Community Groups have combined for the summer and are meeting on Tuesday nights at Tom and Marcia Inserra's house.  Join leaders Rob and Robin Stuyverson each week for dinner and discussion.  For more information, contact dean@nomorethirst.org

Prayer Team
Are you interested in committing to praying for The Well this summer, before and during our Sunday gathering, and throughout the week?  Our Prayer Team is being organized by Caryn Shivar (caryn@nomorethirst.org).  If you are interested in joining this group, contact Caryn for more information.

Looking Ahead...

The Well Classifieds can help you find a roommate give a dog away, find a prayer partner, etc. With circulation to over 500 people each week, who knows how you might connect!  To submit an ad contact Matthew Robinson at matthew@nomorethirst.org.

ROOM FOR RENT
2 rooms for rent in a 4/2 fully-furnished house off of Jackson Bluff. Available starting in August. Rent is $350/month plus 1/4 utilities. Looking for male roommates only, preferrably college students. For more info contact Shane at 727.389.1923.

ANOTHER APARTMENT AVAILABLE
Rent a beautiful brand new 2 Bed/1 Bath apartment for just $495 a month from Cameron & Doug Musil 850.443.0082.  View the online flyer at: http://www.postlets.com/rts/2085956.

SUBLEASE
Apartment for Rent: 3 BR, 2 BA with garage in Savannah Crossing, 2738 W. Tharpe St. #2901. Washer, dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, large living room, basketball court, pool and clubhouse. Close to FSU. $1300 month. Available for move-in August 1. Can show it now. Call Garry at 850.906.9962.