We had another special night as we celebrated the Gospel at August Gate this week. On top of our normal worship and teaching, last night Noah inducted Todd Genteman, Scott Koniezcka and myself as elders at August Gate. Nothing necessarily huge but a sign of progress and growth as we seek to see the hope of the Gospel change lives in our neighborhoods, city, and region. Noah presented us with two gifts, a bible (Scott got a systematic theology because he owns every bible:)) and a sword. Not just any sword but a replica of the claymore that Mel Gibson wielded in Braveheart as he portrayed the Scottish patriot/martyr William Wallace. Scripture to remind us to stay grounded in God’s word and a sword to remind us that we are called to protect our people. Here are some pics:

So 2 John was a wonderful passage to hear taught after this occasion as we were able to hear John’s pastoral heart so clearly through the text. I am so thankful that God has allowed me to be a part of this Church!

Here was this week’s set:

• Awake My Soul
• Come Thou Fount
• In the Shadow of the Glorious Cross
• Psalm 86
• Doxology

Trust in God that as he continues to change you to be more like Jesus that he provides the grace and mercy to make it through, he always does what is good, right, and perfect.