Come See What God Is Doing In Northern Ireland!

We've been here just over a week now and we are really glad that everyone has been keeping up with our transition to Ireland through this blog. Pastor McFarland cautioned us to take as much time as we need to settle in because it really is a big deal to move a family to a new country and culture. I imagine that it will take quite some time for us to settle in to our new surroundings, but we are loving every minute of it.

That said, we have been busy working for the Kingdom this week as well. Last Sunday we had a terrific service with 18 people in attendance. Wednesday night was Bible study and since our musicians were sick, we brought in this really talented guitar player/singer to lead worship. Okay, so I barely got by, but we really did have a great worship encounter with God. The Bible study was on receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.

And then today was another great service. I definitely felt more comfortable today - I suppose because things are beginning to feel familiar and we are starting to learn the names and faces of the church people.

God's spirit moved into our service in a really strong way today...it seemed like the worship service went to the next level as we sang about thirsting after God even when we are in a dry and barren place. I felt led to speak today about the love of God - how man's relationship with God was restored when He died for us, proving His unfailing love. And His love is unconditional and it provides a shelter to us in tough times.

Afterwards we had a good time of seeking God in the altar, followed by special prayer for Shawna's father who is in urgent need of healing (please keep him in your prayers).

We're looking forward to another great week at Greater Life Church...see you there? : )