| Blaise Pascal, the seventeenth-century mathematician, physicist, inventor, writer, and philosopher astutely said, “There is a God-shaped vacuum in the heart of every person which cannot be filled by any created thing, but only by God, the Creator, made known through Jesus.” Yet, many seek to fill their lives with material things or money. If not something material, they seek contentment in a fictitious view of themselves which is presented to other people. The hope is their “social media” self will bring them the happiness long desired. Pascal was right, true happiness, contentment, and joy can only be filled by the one who can make any and all whole. Therefore, set your face toward Christ today. Make it a purpose to seek him in the new year. Be intentional, purposeful, and diligent. The Prophet Jeremiah understood this when he wrote, “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart” (Chapter 29:13).  This Week’s Readings: * Monday – Luke 1 * Tuesday – Luke 2 * Wednesday- Luke 3 * Thursday – Luke 4 * Friday- Luke 5 Please Pray for: • An end to the Covid Crisis. • Our children as they cope with world issues. • All ministry events inside and outside the walls of St. Paul. • Families in crisis. • Loved ones battling illness. • Those seeking to find their way. • The St. Paul Church family. • The United Methodist Church family. • Our leaders, our country, and our world. |
| “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6 |