We didn't know how many would show up. We didn't know if everything would run smoothly. We didn't know what the response would be. But despite the uncertainties, we did know that God was going to do something wonderful – and He did! Last Sunday the Crossway Baptist Church was officially birthed. She was born at 10:30 a.m., weighing in at 50 (people in attendance), and measuring perfectly to what God had allowed. There was a balanced blend of families, single folks, senior saints, young adults, and children. During our Kidz Takeover time we had 12 kids not including those in the nursery come down to the front to sing songs and listen to a Bible story. We had people who had a strong church background as well as those who would say their church history has been minimal. Of the 50 people there we only knew 10 of them prior to us arriving in Texas 2 months ago and none of them were from this area. The goodness of God was very evident and we felt very privileged to have a part in what took place. Since Monday we have been making visits to the ones who came to the service, taking by a loaf of chocolate chip banana bread and getting to know them. It is such a wonderful thing getting to know people beyond just the formalities. Every person has such a unique story and it is amazing to hear how God worked in their life and led them to Crossway. Several of the folks who we have talked with have shared how that they have been searching for a church and in many cases for quite awhile. It is more obvious than ever that God wanted this church planted here and at this exact time. I can’t get over how awesome it is to watch His plan for all this come together and unfold. We serve a great God! Over the next few weeks we’ll be compiling some more pictures of our baby church to share with you and hopefully even some video. In the mean time, please keep us in your prayers. Until next week…
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Duane Gleason
11/10/2013 09:23:41 pm
member of Lighthouse Baptist Church, Lehighton, PA. Thank you for the info on the new church, GOD is great!
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