You're Covered

Do you have a trusted friend on whom you can always count to cover for you when you need it? The people of Israel needed help as they faced some giant enemy nations in battle. That help is also there for us, and beginning Sunday, January 1, we will look at a beautiful song written about it. Read or listen to the message at www.ChristianCrusaders.org.


Scripture: Psalm 115
Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness.

Why do the nations say, “Where is their God?” Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him. But their idols are silver and gold, made by human hands. They have mouths, but cannot speak, eyes, but cannot see. They have ears, but cannot hear, noses, but cannot smell. They have hands, but cannot feel, feet, but cannot walk, nor can they utter a sound with their throats. Those who make them will be like them, and so will all who trust in them.

All you Israelites, trust in the Lord — he is their help and shield. House of Aaron, trust in the Lord — he is their help and shield. You who fear him, trust in the Lord— he is their help and shield.

The Lord remembers us and will bless us: He will bless his people Israel, he will bless the house of Aaron, he will bless those who fear the Lord— small and great alike.

May the Lord cause you to flourish, both you and your children. May you be blessed by the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.

The highest heavens belong to the Lord, but the earth he has given to mankind. It is not the dead who praise the Lord, those who go down to the place of silence; it is we who extol the Lord, both now and forevermore.

Praise the Lord.


Renewing Reflections
It is our prayer that Renewing Reflections will be a blessing in your life this coming week. This quote is taken from the sermon The Hand That Holds Me delivered on Christian Crusaders April 29, 2007 by Rev. Kramer:

Life has its question marks and scary moments that can cause us anxiety and make us feel insecure. However, we have a wonderful Shepherd who laid down his life for you, rose again, and lives to walk with you. He knows you and wants to hold you close in all circumstances. He promises that no one and nothing will snatch you from his nail-pierced, loving, strong hands.


Let Us Hear From You
Christian Crusaders receives several letters a month from listeners across the country. These letters are often sent to thank Christian Crusaders or to comment on a sermon that particularly touched them. Sometimes we receive prayer requests. Listeners have even sent postcards from their vacations! A handwritten note is much appreciated; don’t hesitate to put your thoughts down on paper and mail it our way.


On the Light Side
Jenny was taking an afternoon nap on New Year’s Eve before the festivities. After she woke up, she confided to her husband Max, “I just dreamed you gave me a diamond ring for a New Year’s present. What do you think it all means?”

“Aha, you’ll know tonight,” answered Max smiling broadly.

At midnight, as the New Year was chiming, Max approached Jenny and handed her a small package. Delighted and excited she opened it quickly. There in her hand rested a book entitled: The Meaning of Dreams.