Monday, September 27, 2010 40 Days of Prayer & Impact: 13 Days to Launch

Today, there are 13 DAYS before the Encounter Grand Opening on 10-10-10. We are asking you to join us in what God is doing in these last 40 days.

Pray with us. Act with us. Imagine the impact we could have in Helena if each one of us is individually involved in making Helena a better place. Imagine the lives that could be touched. Imagine how the spiritual landscape of our community could be changed even BEFORE the grand opening.

A Tiny Spark

Today, we are looking at James 3:5b ...

But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire.

In the book of James, he writes of controlling the tongue. Certainly, our words cause a world of hurt. But amidst this discussion of watching what we say, I was struck by a small, simple truth — that a "tiny spark can set a great forest on fire." While this is true in the worst of circumstances, it is also true in the best. And that is what I am seeing today, with only 13 days left before the Encounter Grand Opening on 10-10-10.

Too often, we think that we are too small to make a difference. We think we are too small to begin a movement of change that will change the face of our world. The truth is that while you are only one person, you ARE one person that can make a difference. You may only be able to provide a spark of hope for just one other person.

But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire.

TODAY'S PRAYER

If every "fire" requires a spark, the beginning may start with you. Are you "on fire" for what God is doing in Helena? Are you excited to see what He will do next? Perhaps our prayer today is to ask God to light that fire within us. Perhaps we still need His "spark" inside to begin a great fire. Regardless, ask God today to renew that fire to see lives restored through Jesus.

TODAY'S IMPACT

The desire of those at Encounter, is to see people's lives changed for the better. We want to ignite a passion for Jesus that leads to an amazing, abundant life. And all it takes is a spark. So today, light some sparks for the people in your sphere of influence.

Start a conversation with a cashier. Tell a fellow customer about the Encounter Grand Opening and how you are connected. Some sparks may light and some may not. But one thing is for sure, every great fire starts from a single spark..

We invite you to be a part of something greater than yourself. It may only be a spark now, but it will soon be a great fire. Connect with a people discovering what it means to follow Jesus in the context of real life. Our Grand Opening is less than two weeks away on 10-10-10 and we would be honored if you could come celebrate with us.

Got questions? What to find out more? Contact us for some conversation over coffee.