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From the Pastor’s Desk

July 31, 2025

“Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus…”

As we were talking about the mind of Christ last Sunday, I must tell you that I wondered if it was really

possible for a sinner such as me to have this mind of Christ. Yet, as I’ve read over this passage, the one

above stands out to me. Paul speaks this word not just as a possibility but as effectual. “Let this mind be

in you” doesn’t sound like it could happen but will happen as we follow the Lord. I’m discovering that as

I practice the mind of Christ, I am finding more joy, peace and contentment in my life. Guess what? You

can to. I encourage you to read through chapters 1 and 2 of Philippians this week as we continue our

study in this amazing letter from Paul!

Practicing the mind of Christ,

Pastor Chris Yount

From the Pastor’s Desk

June 10, 2025

“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, and constant in prayer.”

Great words from St. Paul for us in the good times and the times of struggle. Jesus tells us also that in this life we will have tribulation but to be of good cheer, because He has overcome the world. So…if we think everything is always going to be easy or if someone tells us if we live or believe a certain way then life will be without challenges, we will be continually disappointed. The truth is that life is tough but that there will also be times of hope and celebration. The key to living a fulfilled, contented Christian life is summed up in the last 3 words of the quote above. Being “constant in prayer” will keep us in continual fellowship with Jesus. Abiding in Him brings forth peace and as we get better at hearing His still small voice, He will lead us throughout our day. By the way, if you just read this, send me an email at wakeuppc@gmail.com and I will send you a blessing!

Rejoicing in Hope,

Pastor Chris Yount

From the Pastor’s Desk

“Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, tomorrow will take care of itself, each day has enough trouble of its own.” Too often we ruin today’s joys by borrowing tomorrow’s possible troubles. Did you catch that? Tomorrow’s possible troubles. Maybe they’ll come, maybe they won’t. But all of our worrying will certainly not change anything, except maybe our blood pressure. The verse prior to this in Matthew chapter 6 says…” But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” So, there’s the key, seeking first the Kingdom of God, the will of God, the direction and desire of God will enable us to be released from the anxiety that seems so prevalent in our society today. Friend, leave tomorrow in God’s hands and concentrate on today! Peacefully Yours, Pastor Chris Yount

June 4, 2025