Welcome!
Who is gong to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened." But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord.
1 Peter 3:13-15a
With our hope in Christ, we are free from fear of harm to our souls. We may fear death, or people, or harm to our bodies or our loved ones...it's hard to be human and not fear these things. But when it comes to our souls, we trust in God and have no fear, because of the salvation we receive from Jesus.
Sometimes God allows us to suffer in order that others may be saved from that awful fear for their souls. He allows us to go through trials and ordeals because he loves us, because he wants us to be stronger, draw closer to him, and be a witness to his saving power. Just like a parent who shows his love for his child by not giving her everything she wants, God shows his love by allowing us to tread troubled waters, while he is by our side each step of the way.
Notes from Across the Road
For me, Vacation Bible School is an endurance test, the way running a marathon or climbing mountains is for an athlete. Why do I do it? I’m not a Mom, and my teaching skills are minimal. I like things to be easy, simple, clean and quiet, and VBS is challenging, complex, messy, and noisy. Every year I’m tempted to say “never again. I’m just not up to this.” But every year, I return to help with VBS, because I believe God wants me to.
Vacation Bible School hurls me out of my comfort zone like few other things in my life do. I have to be a co-leader, a teacher, an organizer, a planner, and a speedy thinker, none of which comes easily for me. But where I lack confidence in myself, God gives me perserverence, and He surrounds me with encouragement from my brothers and sisters. Every year I learn a little more about how to minister to children, practicing patience, and not giving up. When I say “yes” to God’s endurance test, I feel a special blessing of service to Him, and gain greater admiration for my friends and family who are schoolteachers, parents, and leaders. Along with the children, I learn many valuable lessons at VBS, and for that I’m grateful.
God bless all the teachers, helpers, children, and parents who participated in our Adventures in Egypt this year!
Peace and Blessings,
Laurie
Misson Statement:
Sugar Ridge is striving to be Christ centered and Bible based, as we prayerfully seek God's will and share His word in love.
Service Times:
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service 10:30 a.m.