Everyone is wishing each other a "Happy New Year." In general, people are wishing each other well for the new year. At this time of year, I get very reflective. I look back on what God has done in the past year and look ahead to what He has in store for 2009.
2008 was a year of great transition for Riverside. God's mission and vision are piercing the hearts of members. God is using the body at Riverside to reach out to a hurting world.
One big challenge that was accomplished in 2008 was the passage of our new constitution and bylaws. These changes will free us to do ministry in a more productive and efficient manner.
The US (and world) economy tanked in 2008. This provides challenges for God's people as we remain faithful in hard economic times. 2009 will be full of challenges.
2009 promises to be a year of faith and great challenges. God is showing me that we need to effectively keep our focus on Him and allow Him to use us to reach others. 2009 is going to be great! Are you part of the uprising of God's people? if not, why not?
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