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What would you give for real rest? Not just a day off, not just a slower weekend, but the kind of rest that quiets your mind, steadies your heart, and reminds your soul that you’re not carrying the weight of the world alone?
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Join us for the next installment of our weekly series, The Heart of Christ!
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Welcoming
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Years ago, I heard about a church that only partook of communion once per quarter, but on those Sundays, they also collected a “Benevolence Offering.” One hundred percent of what was given that morning would go to their benevolence fund to help those in poverty pay for rent, utilities, food, gas, or more.
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Give What, Exactly?
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If you are like me, when you think of “giving,” you think of donating money or blessing someone with a wrapped present. But (as we often talk about at Riverwood) giving is far more than a financial transaction. We are to give our FIST, our Finances, Influence, Skills, and Time.
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But Jesus takes it one step further—He offers to give us rest! What a generous offer!
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I was recently talking with one of the Wartburg Wrestlers who admitted just how tired he was. It’s a lot being a full-time college student who works a side job to pay for school while also giving time to a demanding sport that requires a weight cut and grinding conditioning. So I wasn't surprised when this wrestler said, “Man, what I would give for some rest!”
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Most of you reading this aren’t in the throes of a collegiate wrestling season, yet you are probably "wrestling" with a lot in life: finances, busy schedules, family issues, maybe sickness, and more. But Jesus offers to “give you rest” spiritually and emotionally. No matter what is happening in your life, you can rest easy knowing Jesus sees you, knows you, deeply loves you, and is with you every step of the way.
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So take a moment today to rest in Christ through prayer, through Scripture, through a worship song, or maybe through conversation with a brother or sister in Christ. Just breathe knowing He’s got you, because He has a benevolent heart that wants to give you rest.
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Andy Squyres Concert
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You are invited to an evening of good music with Andy Squyres on Saturday, February 14 @ 6:00-8:00 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm)! Redeeming Rebels will be opening for us, so mark your calendar, even make a date of it with your special Valentine, and get your tickets right here!
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Serve at the Food Pantry
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Ladies! Join us on February 16th @ 7:00 pm for meaningful community and biblical conversations. Please connect with Cheryl Badura for location details. No need to prepare, just bring yourself & invite a friend!
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Join a Volunteer Team
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A great way to grow spiritually is through service, and we would love to find a place for you! If you want to bless the Riverwood family and our first-time guests, reach out today!
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Volunteer Appreciation
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Everyone is welcome to join us for Volunteer Appreciation at the Crystal Ball Roller Rink in New Hampton on Sunday, February 22 @ 3:30-5:30 pm!
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Please note that outside beverages and water bottles are not allowed, but food & drinks can be purchased from the rink’s concessions.
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