FROM THE MINISTRY TEAM

At this time of the year as Advent approaches we cannot help but begin to think of the more material things in life. It is only natural for people to worry. How are we going to pay those bills? How can we afford all those Christmas presents for the family? This year may seem harder, but it has always been the same. We wouldn’t be human if we didn’t worry. At the same time Jesus tells us not to worry, the direct opposite of our human instincts, for Jesus said that God knows we have need of the things that make life possible for us. Help can come in many ways, a new opportunity or perhaps help and advice from a friend, even a chance happening may relieve the pressure. These things happen to people, often people, with a strong faith, as faith can make you carry on when things seem hopeless.

This is part of the way coupled with our belief in Jesus’s great sacrifice for us all that that enables us to survive in what is a far from easy world. As Christians we must let our faith guide us as Christmas fast approaches with the joy of worship and family celebrations.

Bill Rootes

Deacon