Summer Office Hours
We will do our best to be here these hours, but it might be a good idea to call before coming . . . sometimes I am the only one here, and I get called away on another task. Thank you!
Tuesday to Thursday
10 am to 4 pm
Office: 262.275.6466
Dear Friends:
Connect . . What do you think of when I say this word?
A few months ago, some of us at Agape House attended a movie by Kirk Cameron called ‘Connect’. It was very insightful as to what is going on in our world with regard to the use of social media, cell phones, etc. It’s too bad it was only available to see for a very short period of time because this is one of those movies I think everyone should watch.
Ultimately, they revealed that there are 5 lies people are believing in our fast-paced society as a result of social media, cell phones, etc.:
#1: I am the center of the universe.
#2: I deserve to be happy all the time.
#3: I must have choices.
#4: I am my own authority.
#5: I don’t need teachers/mentors; information is all that matters.
WOW! Is this really the message we want our society to believe, especially our young people? I don’t know about you, but when my phone beeps, dings, rings or sings to me, there is a reaction in my head! It makes me think there is something important that I must deal with on that phone! And, if I allow that thought process to go one step further, it can make me feel important, needed, or special; not to mention the fact that it can be a distraction from dealing with what is really going on in my life.
They went on in the movie to reveal the truths about the lies stated above.
#1: GOD IS THE CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE.
#2: WE CAN HAVE JOY IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES THROUGH GOD.
#3: CHOICE IS A PRIVILEGE; BE THANKFUL!
#4: GOD IS THE ULTIMATE AUTHORITY.
#5: SEEK GOD FOR WISDOM.
“If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples.
Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” ~ John 8:31-32
If we can focus on this basic truth as closely as we hold on to our cell phones, we will find ourselves in a much better place in this world. I pray that together we can convey this truth to the world
Blessings . . .
Jan
Prayers and Praises:
PLEASE PRAY FOR:
~ people to be able to set aside their phones, and have face-to-face conversations with family and friends.
~ all of us to recognize the truth about what is happening in our society today, and to do our part to redirect everyone His truth.
~ God’s healing for all those who have been hurt/bullied/abused through social media, and change in how we use these modern day tools.
PRAISE GOD FOR:
~ His truth that sets us free, as we cling to it and share it with others/
~ volunteers who have been helping with painting projects at Agape this past week as we freshen things up!
~ hope and healing in a hurting world.
“For with God nothing will be impossible.”
~ Luke 1:37
LOOK WHAT’S NEW!!!
Lakeshore Estate Resale is a local charity that has been created to support local causes. They will accept “gently used” donations for resale, and all net proceeds from the sale of items you donate will be sent to the charity of your choice.
Simply designate Agape House and your donation will benefit this ministry. And you can shop for yourself here, too!
Phone: 262.325.5459; Open weekends only;
Located at 80 N. Walworth Street, Williams Bay, WI
