This morning I finally got to share what I believe to be a couple of key points of ministry for FBC. I believe that the Scripture truly is correct, “where there is no vision the people perish.” Now mind you there are lots of people that claim to have a word/vision from God… but over the last year the Lord has made it abundantly clear for me, the pastor, on how and what kinds of ministry FBC should be doing…all of which find the centerpoint in outreach evangelism…I guess we’ll soon see how the church family responds… I hope they first pray and consider the blessing this is from the Lord…
We had a visitor from out of town who sent me an email this afternoon… this is from someone who is not a member of FBCM…if they can see the vision…well…here is what they said
“Dear Pastor Jeff,
What a privilege to be in the service this morning, and to hear the vision you have presented to the church. In these dreary, scary times of our country, what a vision this church was given to be a shining light and a beacon to the great city of Maumelle, and the surrounding areas. People are looking for answers to challenging times.
Since I have been an outsider looking in with regard to the growth of the church, FBC seemed to missed its opportunity to be a lighthouse to the nonchurched members of the city all these years.
This direction that God has revealed to you, will make finally, the difference to be a witness with dynamic, explosive impact on the city of Maumelle. Unlike most cities, FBC has a lock so to speak on the population…where can one go to experience facilities that touch the whole family in one location minutes from their house. The outer fringes of Maumelle will also be reached with the news of a church that offers so much to families, what other city can say this?
I can see FBC as the beacon in the community that says, “Jesus loves you and so does FBC Maumelle, come and partake of all we offer you!” We can help the body and most importantly the soul. Lets make sure we light up this town with facilities that minister to all residents of Maumelle and who knows what other cities!
FBC, step up to the challenge and sacrifice, to make this a reality…lets show this city, the MIGHTY GOD we Serve…we can change Maumelle, and witness to countless people with this tool of evangelism! You all can make a difference… God bless you Pastor…you surely seek the heart of Go!!!
A Visitor From Hot Springs
I believe that if you consider what was on the DVD, the Q/A handout, and your own prayer time then each member will come to the same conclusion… we have to do all we can to reach people for Christ… and understanding the culture of Maumelle one would reason why we should head in the direction we have shared… I challenge each of us to spend great amounts of time in prayer for Project 70 & Now Is The Time.
Blessings to each of you…
Pastor Jeff Beshears
