From the Pastor

Southside Family,

            

Love is in the air! Yes that’s right, Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and with it, all of the festivities and date nights! As your pastor, let me just say a few words concerning our Father’s love for us! Concerning the love of God, the late Billy Graham once said that, “The fact that God is love does not mean that everything is sweet, beautiful and happy and that God’s love could not possibly allow punishment for sin. God’s holiness demands that all sin be punished, but God’s love provided a plan of redemption and salvation for sinful people. God’s love provided the cross of Jesus Christ by which we can have forgiveness and cleansing.” Now I know what you may be thinking, “Gee preacher thanks for the reminder,” but if you really think about God’s love, its truly a sweet sentiment! God’s love for you and I is not so much about the emotional trappings of our often failed definition of love. One may say that, “ I love Taco Bell.” Well certainly Taco Bell may have its good qualities, but do you truly “love” Taco Bell? Would you literally give your life for such a fleeting brand? I would suggest not! We may really like eating at this establishment, but “love” in the way of God ( True love) is an overreach when one suggests they love Taco Bell! What sweet language is given by the Rev. Graham! God LOVES YOU so much He made a way! True love is God’s love! Have you loved in such a manner?

 

Be Intentional,

Aaron