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From the Pastor’s Desk

January 15, 2026

“In this world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world!”

-Jesus

It shouldn’t surprise us that there is so much chaos and confusion in the world. We know from Jesus’

teaching that people will hurt one another and act selfishly. As we witness these times of tumult we

need to keep in mind the words from Jesus above… “I have overcome the world!” Watching the talking

heads on television or the many influencers on social media can bring us to a place of anger or

hopelessness. This is why it is so important for us to become “people of the Book”. As we abide in the

Bible, it begins to take root in our hearts and our minds training us to discern between the lies of the

enemy and truth that is backed up by the Word of God. Let us make 2026 a year that we allow the holy

scriptures to have a much greater influence on our lives than anything else the world offers!

Abiding in the Truth,

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