We hope to take all the beauty of a waterfall, all the refreshment offered, all the awe and wonder - and make the case for God's grace, hope for the journey, and maybe a smile from time to time and cause encouragement to be the logical outcome of your time here.
The following verses provide an anchor, a starting point, a reason for joy as we travel together on hope highway.
[Jesus said] "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 (ESV)
There are no plans to express negativity. There is no interest in condemnation. If God's great plan is to love failed humans then we invite you to bring your burden to the God who defined love, offered rescue, and inspires true life.
This is as much a journey for us as it is for you. Together let's seek encouragement and find ways to "stir up one another to love and good works." Hebrews 10:24 (ESV)
If there is a song that best describes the main point of these missives it would be, "Jesus Loves Me." His love changes things. So, let it - change things.
Sing if you want - or simply read the words and know that even before this song was written God's love was personal.
Jesus loves me—this I know,
For the Bible tells me so;
Little ones to Him belong—
They are weak, but He is strong.
Refrain
Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
The Bible tells me so.
Jesus loves me—He who died
Heaven’s gate to open wide;
He will wash away my sin,
Let His little child come in.
Refrain
Jesus loves me—loves me still,
Though I’m very weak and ill;
From His shining throne on high
Comes to watch me where I lie.
Refrain
Jesus loves me—He will stay
Close beside me all the way,
Then His little child will take
Up to Heaven for His dear sake
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