We awakened this morning to a gloriously beautiful day. Outside, the very center of our sky was blue, and atop the mountains - on either side of our valley - was a covering of thin clouds about to clear away, as if the night blanket over this glorious landscape were being pulled back for us to enjoy. What a sight!
Last night we went to the Praca (town square) to sing songs and share. I preached a brief and simple message about Zacheus. I shared his story by telling the people that he was a little man with a great need, a curious man willing to climb a tree, and a blessed man who took Jesus home.
In many ways we are all like Zacheus - even those of us who are tall - for we ALL are in need. Likewise, we often climb a tree to watch. However, far too often, we simply ONLY watch - feeling safe in our tree called curious. So... I called them to take Jesus home! Saying, 'today - salvation is come to their house!'
I wonder, today, if we might realize this in Plano, as well. Would WE come down and take Jesus home? That is certainly where the blessing is. Indeed, taking Jesus home, following him in all we do is where the blessing will always be found. That was true for Zacheus and it will be true for us.
Would you pray that our VBS team will be 'faithful' and have 'no fear' as they minister to hundreds of children today. And please pray for our service tonight, as well - that the people we have invited to come, will. Also, that many souls will come to Christ. For Jesus has come to Pedra Azul, and He wants to enter many houses and hearts today - including mine and yours.
Deus Abencoe
Pastor Sam
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