Can I get a “Praise God!"? Read Matthew 28:16-20. Jesus gave us the mission to make disciples by baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We hope that we are creating an environment at Wesley Chapel to make all people feel welcome so they can find faith in Jesus Christ and then continue to follow Jesus as Lord. This past Sunday was the joyful celebration of eight baptisms and one reaffirmation of faith. We celebrate Jennifer, Kemper, Kennedy, Dylan, James, Cruz, Myles, Chloe, and Mark. This celebration is possible because of people who pray for the mission of Wesley Chapel, people who serve where God is calling them, and people who give generously to the cause of the mission. Our giving, our service, our presence, and our prayers are creating a safe and welcoming environment for people to come to know Jesus. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus told us to let our light shine so that others might see our good works and give glory to God. Today, we give God the glory for allowing us to be part of God’s plan. Continue to pray for our new believers that they may be rooted in the love of Christ and grow in grace.

Lord God on high, you are holy. Thank you for calling us to this holy mission of transforming the world from unbelief to belief. We lift up these newly baptized faithful Christians as they continue this week in your love. Give us all the strength we need to follow you to become like your Son Jesus. Amen.