Today we will receive our “Harvest Offering” to build a new playground for our children.  I like the term “Harvest Offering” because it represents giving back to God of the bountiful things He has done for us.  My best investment will always be in the work of God in my local church.  Along with that, I am investing in the next generation of our church.  Our church must provide a place for our young people to have some fun and burn some energy.  This will also add another fresh look to our property. I hope you will give with a generous heart toward this project.

 Next week is our Striving Together Bible Conference which will be one of the highlights of the year.  Let me take a moment to introduce our preachers: 

 *Dr. David Gibbs, Jr. is the founder of the Christian Law Association based in Seminole.  Brother Gibbs has been helping churches and Christians now for forty years.  They have handled over 2 million legal matters in that time.  You will hear one of the greatest preachers I know in Dr. Gibbs.

 *Dr. Paul Chappell has been the pastor of Lancaster Baptist Church in Lancaster, California for 22 years.  Lancaster Baptist church is one of the largest independent Baptist churches in America.  Fifteen years ago the church began West Coast Baptist College which now has approximately 1,000 students training for the ministry.

 *Dr. R.B. Ouellette has pastored the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport, Michigan for over 30 years.  This church has grown to be the largest independent Baptist church in the state of Michigan.  Dr. Ouellette is a dynamic preacher who will stir your heart.

 *Evangelist Chris Miller is making his second trip here to preach for us.  Chris has been in full-time evangelism for over ten years.  I enjoy his heart and love for people.  You will enjoy this fine young man. 

 Please be here for each of these meetings.  I believe your heart will be stirred.  Be sure to greet all our guests and thank them for being with us.