Devotion

He loves you the same ...

In my new role, I have learned many new skills and completed some hard tasks.  There were times that I didn’t think that I would be able to work out what to do or how to solve the problem.  I am sure that there have been these same moments when you have had to do something hard.

God Loves you the same today as he did that day and at that time.

There have been times this year when I have felt scared and alone.  At these times I have cried, prayed, and talked to friends.  I am sure that over the last twelve months there have been times that you have felt scared or worried.

God Loves you the same today as he did then.

I got angry the other day, I tried to stay calm – do my square breathing and counting up in prime numbers.  But I still yelled a little.  I am sure that you have felt frustrated or angry before.

God Loves you the same today as he did that day.

There are so many different things that happen in our lives – good, fun hard, scary and exciting.  I believe that GOD has given us people in our lives to support us. There are times when we hurt one another or make a B choice, but the best thing is that we can repair these mistakes by asking for forgiveness and seeking help to not make the same mistake again. 

Psalm 139 talks about God knowing us intimately – he knew us before we were born, he knows our every move.  He knows when things are hard and when we are having great fun.  God Loves you the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. 

As you go into the Christmas season, I pray that each of you are able to see that God Loves you the same today and tomorrow.  I pray that you seek him and find him ready to serve and fill you with his joy and peace. 

Evie Stevens

Christmas Worship times for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

What are you up to on Christmas Eve? You are welcome to come along and rediscover some of God’s gifts for us at Christmas... Love. Joy, peace and hope! 

The 5:30pm service is a short, family friendly service where we get to sing Christmas songs and carols and children have the opportunity to participate as we share the message of Christmas. 

For a complete list of services:

Christmas Eve:

9:30am Theme: 'Just another Christmas' Message with carols accompanied by the organ.

5:30pm Theme: 'God's Gifts at Christmas' Family Service

7:30pm Theme: 'God's Gifts at Christmas' Christmas Carols and Reflections. 

Christmas Day:

9:30am Theme: The Good News 'God's Word = Joy!'