November 2019 -

Hoping For God’s Gift Living in the LightHoping For God’s Gift Living in the Light

November 25, 2019| SGIUMC| 0 Comment| 4:44 pm

You ever ride down route 65 at night (The Apalachicola Forest)? Ever drive in pouring rain at night? Meet a bear?

We are not by nature nocturnal! How many animals can you name that are nocturnal? I can list 28! More common in Florida owl, fox, opossum. raccoon, mole, skunk, armadillo, wolf-coyote.

What about Christians as a species? This group Pawl describes as people who can live in the light with God;s Grace! Come to worship this Advent as we worship the Lord lighting candles of Hope, Peace, Love, and Joy. All are marks of God’s Kingdom prophesied through Isaiah and the prophets! Are you ready to live in the light of the Lord? What an opportunity!

Blessings and Grace be with you,

Pastor Brian

The First CarolThe First Carol

November 18, 2019| SGIUMC| 0 Comment| 3:11 pm

The prophecy of Zechariah shocks us all!

God is taking action in all our lives as we enter Advent Season! This intrusion comes in the shape of a “song”, the first of three in the scriptures which prophecy the coming of the Lord Jesus! Prepare your hearts a new for this season of hope, love, joy, and peace. Join us this Sunday @ 10:15. Blessings.

The Joy Continues,

Pastor Brian

Yes, It’s RealYes, It’s Real

November 6, 2019| SGIUMC| 0 Comment| 10:37 am

I saw an oystercatcher today, a large bird that inhabits tidal flats. A friend bought me a dish in a local gift shop with an oystercatcher painted on it, and insisted that we had to see one for the dish to be ‘authentic’ as a souvenir. I had to laugh with her; so often I too have my tests for authenticity; I must see before I can believe something is legitimate. I’m reminded of Doubting Thomas who couldn’t accept the disciples’ word that Jesus had appeared before them. Thomas insisted on actually witnessing the risen Lord, touching the wounds and verifying them for himself. Jesus didn’t even berate Thomas’ doubts; he understood that faith grows by testing and wondering, even by doubting. I thank you, Lord, for today’s oystercatcher sighting, and for your patient understanding of my own tests of faith. While I may doubt you, I know your love for me never wavers. I thank and praise you. Amen.