Forward in Faith Sunday, October 31, 2004 message Pastor Keith has given us is that the purpose of worship is to express adoration to the Lord Jesus Christ. True worship focuses on Christ. God's Word says when Christ is lifted up, He will draw people to himself. His presence inspires us to worship. Worship inspires us to share the good news of the gospel with others. Worship strengthens our spiritual defenses. Learning God's word, fellowshipping with other believers, and expressing praise to God nourishes us spiritually and makes us stronger. Neglecting worship depletes us and leaves us fragile and weak. God provides corporate worship as a means to help us become spiritual overcomers. Let's allow the worship of God to move us Forward in Faith. Five rewarding Principles for going Forward in Faith:
	Focus on the needs of others in friendship
	Acknowledge the gifts of God's people in partnership
	Invest in the building of the Kingdom through stewardship
	Teach the word of life through discipleship
	Honor God through passionate worship

Every person is a child of God, every person counts, every person is welcome in our church. Come and join us in growing in our spiritual lives with God! If you have a special prayer request you want us to pray over, for or with you, please contact the church office at 258-1404 and leave a message for, Forward in Faith Campaign Personal Contact Leader, Teresa Seelig. We would really love for you to come and share in the prayer vigil on Nov. 5 & 6, if you wish to participate, please contact, Forward in Faith Campaign Prayer Leader, Cindy Jones. Inspirational prayer: If God brings you to it he will bring you through it. Lord I love You and I need You, be with me, Today. For without You, I can do nothing. Any suggestions or comments please send to e-mail address noted below. Denise Alsip