The Facilities Use, Planning And Remodeling Committee is calling us together as a church by hosting a variety of activities over the next two weeks. We seek God's will regarding decisions about our future as we review our current master plan for our property and facilities. This is a major undertaking of God-size proportions. We must not venture out on our own simply because we think this is a good idea. We must allow Him to lead us if we are to move forward. Here is a glimpse of what lies ahead over the next two weeks.

On Friday, Nov 8, we are being asked to fast and pray for 24 hours. When you wake up on Friday, begin by drinking plenty of liquids, preferably water or fruit juice. Avoid sugar or caffeinated drinks if possible. Stay hydrated throughout the day. During regular meal times, spend that time in prayer asking God for what He would have us do in regard to remodeling and updating our facilities. Ask Him to lead us as we determine how we will be good stewards of our facilities for future generations. When you wake on Saturday morning, break the fast with a hearty breakfast.

On Sunday, Nov 10, we will gather at 5 pm for a time of review of the current master plan that has grown out of our time with the Building God's Way group last spring. We will review drawings and renderings of what might be possible should we be led to move ahead.

On Wednesday, Nov 13, we will gather at 6:30-7:15 pm for a time of corporate prayer.

On Friday, Nov 15, we will once again spend a 24-hour period of prayer and fasting as described above.

Then on Sunday, Nov 17, we will gather at 5 pm for a time of reflection to express what we have heard from the Lord. This time will help us determine if we might embrace this master plan, a portion of it, or none of it. If we decide to move ahead in some way, this will launch us toward what we as a body have determined to be the direction the Lord is leading us.

They said to me, Those who survived the exile and are back in the province are in great trouble and disgrace. The wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire. When I heard these things, I sat down and wept. For some days I mourned and fasted and prayed before the God of heaven. Then I said: Lord, the God of heaven, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments, let your ear be attentive and your eyes open to hear the prayer your servant is praying before you day and night for your servants, the people of Israel. I confess the sins we Israelites, including myself and my father's family, have committed against you.

You may want to reread and pray these words from Nehemiah as you walk through this experience.

Jentezen Franklin