John 14:16, “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever.” This Sunday I will begin a new sermon series focused on the work of the Holy Spirit. Jesus promised his disciples he would not leave them abandoned, but instead he would send the Spirit of God to help them as they walked in faith on this earth.
This is great news because don’t we all need some help? The truth is it can be difficult to walk in faith, but it is encouraging to know we do not walk alone. Through this series, we will learn that the Spirit of God comforts us, guides us, empowers us, and gives us peace that can only come from him. As we enter this uncertain season with looming elections, international conflicts, and domestic challenges, it is comforting to know we do not have to face these challenges alone. God is with us, and he wants to help you and he wants to help me.
If you are out of town this weekend for Labor Day, I wish you safe travels on your trip. But if you are here in Austin for this three-day weekend, I encourage you to join us for worship at 8:45am or 11:15am. Remember, attending church is rarely a Sunday morning decision; it is usually a Saturday night decision. Plan accordingly and invite a friend who needs some help, because God is our “very present help in time of trouble” (Psalm 46:1). Have a great week and I’ll see you Sunday.
Onward and upward,
Jonathan Spencer
www.jonathanspencer.org 