Remember: Think about your "territory": where you live, where you work, and where you play. For example, "What are some things that LifeHouse can connect to in your world to extend Christ's influence in the lives of others?"

Kyle Events

July

July 4th Fireworks at Gregg Clarke Field (Sponsored by HEB)

July 23rd Movies In The Park “Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs” (TWC sponsored)

August

August 13th Movies In The Park “Imagine That”

Kyle Market Days – August 7 (Classic Car Show & Back To School Supply Drive)

October

October 2 – Homecoming and Kyle Fair

November

November – Dia de los Muertos

November 13 – Kyle Trash Clean-up Day

December

December 4 & 5, Buda Fest

Ideas

Level 1 (Blitz)            

Soft Drink Giveaway

Gasoline Buy Down

Business Blast

Level 2 (Community)

Free Car Wash

Free Car Drying

Dorm Move In Help (Texas State)

Christmas Gift Wrapping

Parents Night Out

Level 3 (City)

Matthew’s Party

Lamb’s Lunch

Business Appreciation

Tutoring

Move-In Parties (TSU?)

Car Maintenance Money Workshop

4. Cold AC in the winter and a warm heater in the summer...we tend to prefer it the other way around.  After all, it's Texas right?

3. Old Music...can't stand it, don't wanna hear it.

2. A Boring Message...interactive discussion, plus the pastor can take a hint when you start to yawn.  

Today...everyday...I choose to put my hope in God.  Especially today.  Why? God is building His church in Kyle.  Through LifeHouse, Connection, Plum Creek, The Word, and others...He's building His church.  I am so thankful that God has chosen LifeHouse Fellowship to be a part of what He's doing here.  

Today...everyday...I'm thankful for you.  Whether you're reading this blog on our website, facebook, twitter...wherever...you have a stake in our journey. You want to be updated on what God is doing through us.  We are also thankful for your prayer that can change so many things on so many levels. Keep praying because we know that God is up to something...something glorious...something incredible here in Kyle: His Church.

"Lord, today...everyday...we give our lives to you!  Keep showing us the path to follow and lead us in your undeniable truth as we hope in you." 

Everytime we've met to worship and pray together and to hear the Word of the Lord.  Everytime we've met outside our meeting for relationship, as well as, to serve our community....I believe that God has rejoiced over us!  He is pleased with all the work that has begun. 

So as the New Year approaches, I'm excited about this work continuing. I'm excited about what He is about to accomplish through us next.  There are some new things on the horizon that will put us in the greatest position yet in reaching people, so set your bookmarks to this blog and discover what God is up to for 2010.  It's gonna be a tremendous year!

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Never compare where you are in Christ to others.  This has been especially hard for me, even as a pastor.  I look at other pastors and their churches and wonder if I will ever measure up to them.  But, I don't need to.  I simply need to be obedient to God.  

Every life is different and all of God's gifts are unique to each of us, yet I believe we have a responsibility to use those gifts for His kingdom purpose. Let's start by getting back to basics today: reading God's Word, pouring out your heart to Him through prayer, spending time with others who are growing with you, and practice, practice, practice what He teaches.

Thanks for praying this week.

Blessings!

Not Over Yet - Acts 12:24

At the beginning of Acts 12, we find a seemingly all-powerful Herod wreaking havoc on the church. He had on his side the power of government, the sword, and the threat of prison. But the church had on their side the Creator of the universe and the secret weapon He had given to them, and to us, called prayer.

As Acts 12 comes to a close, we find the great Herod giving a speech. The Jewish historian Josephus points out that at this particular event, Herod was dressed from head to toe in silver. As the sun reflected off him, he looked like a god to the people. At the conclusion of his speech, the people were so taken with him that they began to shout, "The voice of a god and not of a man!" (verse 22). Meanwhile, Herod soaked it all in. So next we read that "immediately an angel of the Lord struck him, because he did not give glory to God. And he was eaten by worms and died" (verse 23). The Lord dealt a fatal blow to a wicked man. The narrative concludes with, "But the word of God grew and multiplied" (verse 24).

So Acts 12 opens with Herod on a rampage, arresting and persecuting church leaders. James is dead, Peter is in prison, and Herod appears to be triumphing. But the chapter closes with Herod himself being struck down, Peter free, and the Word of God triumphing.

If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, then you have access to God through a relationship with Him. You can call on the Almighty God who will hear—and answer—your prayers according to His will.

So you see, it's not over until it's over. That is why we need to keep praying.

Copyright © 2009 by Harvest Ministries.

Truth: God's Word has the power to change your circumstances on a dime!  I'm sure the early church felt defeated after the deaths of Stephen and James, Peter's imprisonment, and Herod's persecution. They had every right to feel that way.  

What I love about the early church is no matter what came against them, they kept meeting, praying, and following Christ....together!  Nothing could stop them from doing so.  In today's world, our society...and yes, even the church at times...have become lazy and apathetic in their efforts for community.  This holds true even among followers of Christ.  

At LifeHouse, we need to be reminded again and again how important we are to one another and how amazing our God is with His kids!  Be encouraged, no matter what you are going through today, God's Word and your prayer can change your situation suddenly!  It can change our church suddenly....

R u ready?  Thanks for praying...

Love, G

Still Counting - Addition

by Ed Young

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19).

The Bible is all about numbers. From the five smooth stones that David found in the creek to Jesus feeding the 5,000; numbers are apparent throughout Scripture. There is even an entire book of the Bible titled "Numbers."

Math is also all about numbers. Without numbers, we couldn't add, subtract or do any of those extensive trigonometry problems that we all love so much. But what's the relationship between numbers, math and God? Basically, math and numbers matter to God. And it all starts with the number one.

God works supernaturally through the church to add to his equation. He uses people like you and me to reach others and bring them into his family-one person at a time. God could easily snap his finger and have a church filled with thousands of people appear, but that is not how he works. It all goes back to the power of one.

This week, remember that math is important to God and that you are a major factor in his addition. God has added you and he wants to use you to help add more. But it's all about adding one at a time. You have to go out and find that one. Help add to his equation and invite someone to church with you. Show them that numbers do matter and that God is still counting-one life at a time.

For more information about this and other subjects, visit the Ed Young Ministries website: www.edyoung.org

Go out and enjoy your day, LifeHouse!  Remember in the power of one!

"Draw near to God and He will draw near to you." (James 4:8).  

"But know that the LORD has set apart the godly man for Himself; The LORD hears when I call to Him. (Psalm 4:3) 

This is my prayer for you: 

"Lord, I pray that you would touch my friend today with your love and your power.  Help them, in every situation, to know You more.  Provide every need they have today and give them times of refreshing in your presence. Astound them; wow them today with who You are as they draw near to You. Amen."

We ask for your prayers in these next 2 weeks as we look forward to "Nothing's Too Hard For God". Please pray that God will give us opportunities with His grace to reach our neighborhoods!  

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Jeremiah 29:11

"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.  But the Lord said to me, "Do not say, 'I am only a child.' You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you.  Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you, declares the Lord."

Jeremiah 1:5,7-8