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Enter Into My Joy
Special Reading
Volume 6, Issue 9
September 2010

The summer break is over, so we'll be starting our Sunday evening services back up soon. Please check the events page for updates as they become available over the next week or two. We're excited to see you!

Our special reading this month focuses on the joy waiting for us in using our God given talents in service to Him. In the Parable of the Talents the word "talent" refers to money. It's interesting (but not surprising) that over time, the word "talent" has graduated into describing natural ability. God, in His infinite wisdom, gives all of us talents as understood by today's commonly used meaning. When read with this definition in mind, this parable speaks a powerful lesson to us about our responsibility to use our talents without fear.

Are you using the talents and gifts God so graciously gave you, or are you hiding it in the ground as the fearful servat does in the parable?  Today can be full of His joy if you'll have faith and follow through.

Scripture
"His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!'
~Matthew 25:21 (NIV)

Prayer
Lord, give me the confidence, wisdom and means to use my talents in your service today, and from now on. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.

Faithful Action Step
Read and learn from the Parable of the Talents and apply it to your own life today.

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Crossroads Community Services
An Outreach Ministry of Crossroads World Christian Center Church
Helping the community by serving others.
www.CrossroadsComServ.org

Crossroads Community Services serves the Columbus, Ohio community in many new ways. This ministry serves to integrate many of our currently existing outreaches under one roof, such as the food pantry and providing clothing and donations of other gently used household goods and to needy central Ohio families. Donations of these things are needed and welcomed! If you can give, please contact the church to arrange a pickup or dropoff time. Please join us in prayer for this new endeavor as we expand our outreach.

2010 ARCHIVES

Current Issue
Enter Into My Joy
Volume 6, Issue 9, September 2010
Special Reading

The Good News
Volume 6, Issue 8, August 2010
Special Reading

There's Nothing New Under the Sun
Volume 6, Issue 7, July 2010
Special Reading

Help Me!
Volume 6, Issue 6, June 2010
Special Reading

What's My Problem?
Volume 6, Issue 5, May 2010
Special Reading

New Levels, New Devils
Volume 6, Issue 4, April 2010
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Re-Ignite the Vision Fire
Volume 6, Issue 3, March 2010
Special Reading

All Have Sinned and Fall Short of the Glory of God
Volume 6, Issue 2, February 2010
Special Reading

We Praise You in Our Storms
Volume 6, Issue 1, January 2010
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