Wow! Can you believe that school is starting in a few days? Prayers are with you that this will be a smooth transition for you and your whole family. It is always an adjustment going from a summer schedule to a school schedule.

Approach this new season in faith, faith in God!  We are changing seasons!  We are moving away from long, dry, hot nights where we questioned if relief was in sight. Yes, there is relief in sight! Approach this new season in faith and believing you will be happy, blessed, prosperous, healthy, and whole! You will have a good marriage!  Your children will do good! Your job is going to be a blessing to you! You will receive a harvest, an increase and a promotion in life! Approach this season with faith in God! 

I call you blessed and happy, 

Pastor Brent Nordan 

The past week I think it would be fair to say the chatter around the water cooler, the buzz, conversations, excitement, families gathered around the t.v and the talk of the town has been Shark Week. This one week has captured our imagination and interest. Your reaction to shark week can range from fear to fascination. But one thing is for sure it keeps your attention. 

It lures us and captures our interest and intrigue by the mystery and fascination of these great fish we call sharks. But always remember sharks are not only in the ocean. There are sharks in life. Be careful when you spot them or swim with them. And be sure to get help if you are attacked. Guard your lifestyle, avoid temptation, and be watchful of things that pertain to your christian walk, growth and development. Don't let these areas be attacked by sharks. 

Last night was the first night of VBS at North Point. It was energetic, exciting, and inviting! I glimpsed into the future of the next era. Last night I saw innocence on display and purity at play in the smiles and faces of our precious children.

Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends and neighbors let me encourage you to keep your child or any child that you influence, always in a place of innocence. Even if that means curtailing your own lifestyle and adult choices. You are the main influence in their life.

 Love you all,

Pastor Brent 

Around the first of July, was the half way point of 2011. Which for many, is a starting over point for a new season. If things have gone rough for you in the first half of 2011, let July be a new start. Talk to yourself a little bit and speak with volume "I am in the first part of a new season! A season of power, strength, hope, forgiveness, love, prosperity, and a flood of the promises of God! In this season I will declare the wonderful works of God for my family, my friends, my life and my church. Hope to see you Sunday and check back again soon for an encouraging word from me. 

I can hardly believe that the summer is almost over! It's been a hot one but a fun one!  I want to encourage you all to stay faithful in your church attendance and tithes. We are getting ready for a new season and I really believe that September will be a great month for North Point!