We are shifting gears with the 50 Days of Prayer this year.  People are welcome to continue to use the Old 50 Days of Prayer, but this year, we felt it was important to develop intimacy with the Lord, and to inspire daily connection.  This book was given out at Pastor Appreciation for you to preview.  It's simplicity to draw near to Jesus, Father and Holy Spirit, written in language that would pass the litmus test of most church doctrines, and the fruitfulness in development of healthy spiritual habits in the Word as well as personal application. Here is a  testimonial from Pastor Brad Smith of Life Change Christian Fellowship, who has been thoroughly through this book.

"Early in my experience of going to church I was encouraged to read the Bible, pray, go to church and probably do a few other things but I was never told why. So, I did my duty and tried to check all the boxes. I realize now, the purpose was to connect with the Lord in a relationship, not religious duty. I don't recall anyone ever telling me that or showing me that. 

I was given a book just before Christmas titled "Be with Jesus 365" a 40-day Worship Experience. I've been using it as a daily devotion. I completed it and started again as it is a tremendous tool for engaging my heart with the Lord. The devotions are very short, one main focus for the day, followed by three or four scriptures to meditate on, and then a few questions for personal inventory are presented for reflection. It takes a total of about 15 minutes.

 I will be encouraging the members of our church to utilize this tool as we kick off the 40 days of prayer on Resurrection Sunday. I also plan to give one to each new member when I do our membership workshop. I can't think of a better way to help jumpstart a new Christian in learning to have a quiet time for the purpose of connecting with Jesus in a relationship experience, or even someone who's been walking with the Lord for a while. 

I pray blessings upon you and your congregation as we work together to bring the kingdom of God to earth. "

Pastor Brad Smith