Today begins our Wednesdays in the Word preaching series at
the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church of Jacksonville.
Each Wednesday evening in February, during our regular Midweek
Worship Service time (7 p.m. EST), we will host a series of pastors from around
the country to minister the Word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ.
Actually, two of our guests are from Georgia, two from Houston, and one serves
right down the street from us here in Jacksonville.
I pray this will be a greatly encouraging time for our
people. This may seem like a simple goal. but do not understate the importance
of encouragement. Many are facing dangers, toils, and snares. Their faith is
being tested. Their minds are confused. Their hearts are broken. Their hopes
are deferred. Their needs are overwhelming. They need encouragement. What
better way to offer it than through the proclamation of the word of God!
Likewise, I believe it is important for a congregation to
hear other preaching voices. This includes preachers the Lord is raising up
within that particular local church. It also includes those who are not. It is
foolish for a pastor or church to think or act like they are the only faithful
pastor and church. Indeed, there are great preachers from around the country –
many who are friends – that I want my congregation to be blessed to hear. This
month will provide that opportunity.
Tonight, our guest speaker will be Dr. Marcus Cosby, who is
the Senior-Pastor of the historic Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in Houston The
Lord is doing great things in and through this congregation. Likewise, Dr.
Cosby is one of the most sought-after speakers of my generation of preachers. I
am honored that he has chosen to take time out of his busy schedule to share
with us tonight.
If you are in the Jacksonville area, and you own
congregation does not have a scheduled meeting this evening, we welcome you to
join us for worship at Shiloh. Or you can watch online at 7 p.m. EST through
our website: www.smbcjax.com
God bless.
