🎯 Are You in a Waiting Season? Here’s What You Need to Know ✨

Happy Hump Day Reader,

I hope your week has been filled with moments of peace and joy.

As we enter this new week, I invite you to either “Pull up” and join us in person or “Log on” and join our online community this Sunday, December 15, 2024. No matter where you are, you’re always a part of the Mars Hill family, and we can’t wait to connect!

Here’s what you can expect in this week’s email:

1️⃣ A heartfelt invitation to join us for worship.

2️⃣ A recap of last week’s sermon, “The Wait Was Worth It,” where we unpacked the beauty of God’s perfect timing.

3️⃣ A brand-new blog post, “The Wait Was Worth It: Lessons on Patience and Preparation,” to encourage and inspire you during your week.

4️⃣ Thank you for your continued prayer and financial support—you are making a difference!

Let’s dive in!

✨ Join Us for Worship This Sunday: Pull Up or Log On!

We’d love for you to “Pull up” and be with us in person or “Log on” to join our online worship community this Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 10:30 AM.

Here’s what you need to know:

✨ Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024

✨ Time: 10:30 AM Central

✨ Location:

Mars Hill Anywhere
​7941 47th St
McCook, IL 60525

Bring your family, friends, or neighbors—there’s room for everyone at Mars Hill Anywhere!

No matter where you are, there’s always a place for you at Mars Hill.

Feel free to scan the QR code in the image above for more details and to connect with us quickly. We can’t wait to see you—whether in person or online!

Sermon Recap: “The Wait Was Worth It”

In this powerful message, we explored the truth behind waiting seasons and how they are essential to God’s plan for our lives.

While waiting can often feel frustrating and without purpose, it’s in these moments that God does some of His most significant work—strengthening our faith, refining our character, and preparing us for the promises He has in store.

Using the centuries-long anticipation of the Messiah as an example, we learned to trust God’s timing, even in the silence. Scripture reassures us that God is never late; His timing is always perfect, orchestrating every detail for His glory and our good.

🔥 Key Highlights:

• God’s delays are often part of His divine design.
• Waiting builds faith and shapes our character in ways we can’t always see.
• The story of Jesus’ arrival shows us the beauty of God’s perfect timing.
• Practical steps to grow while trusting God’s promises.

📖 Featured Scriptures:

• Romans 8:25 — “We must wait patiently and confidently.”
• 2 Peter 3:9 — “The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise.”
• Galatians 4:4-5 — “But when the right time came, God sent His Son.”

💡 Reflection Questions:

• What is God teaching you during this season of waiting?
• How can you trust His timing in areas where you feel stuck?

🙌 Next Steps:​
This week, take a moment to thank God for your waiting season and commit to growing in faith through prayer, reflection, and obedience. Trust that when the promise comes, you’ll see that the wait was worth it.

If you missed this life-giving message or want to revisit it, check out the replay on Clarence Stowers TV.

📖 New on the Blog: “The Wait Was Worth It: Lessons on Patience and Preparation”

This week, we’re diving deeper into the themes from Sunday’s sermon with a brand-new blog post: “The Wait Was Worth It: Lessons on Patience and Preparation.”​

In this post, you’ll discover practical insights and spiritual truths about navigating seasons of waiting with faith and purpose. Learn how to embrace patience, grow through preparation, and trust God’s perfect timing in every area of your life.

Don’t miss this chance to reflect, grow, and be inspired as you enter the week! Click the link above to read the full post and share it with someone who could use some encouragement.

🤝 Ways to Give at Mars Hill Anywhere

Your support helps us spread hope and share God’s love with our community and beyond. Here are some ways you can get involved:

1. Give: Your financial gifts make a difference. You can give online through our secure website or use our mobile app.
2. Serve: We have many opportunities to serve, both in-person and virtually. Check out our website for current needs.
3. Pray: Please keep our church, leaders, and community in your prayers. Your prayers are powerful!
4. Invite: Do you know someone who might benefit from our message? Invite them to join us online or in person this Sunday.
5. Share: Help spread the word by sharing our social media posts or forwarding this email to a friend.

Your generosity keeps Mars Hill thriving and helps us reach more people with God’s love. If you feel led to contribute, here are some ways you can support our ministry:

1. ​Online Giving: Visit our website to securely set up one-time or recurring donations.
2. Text-to-Give: Text MHGIVE to 33777 and follow the prompts.
3. Sunday Offering: Drop your gift in the offering basket during our in-person services.
4. Mail: Send checks to:

Mars Hill Baptist Church
PO Box 6159
River Forest, IL 60305

Remember, every gift, big or small, makes a difference. Your support allows us to:

• Maintain our temporary church home
• Fund community outreach programs
• Provide resources for Life Groups
• Expand our online ministry
• Invest in equipment, tools, cameras, and software to grow our online campus.

We’re grateful for your partnership in spreading the Gospel and serving our community in person and online.

Please consider giving today and help us grow in faith and impact.

💬 Stay Connected and Keep Growing Together

As we move forward this week, remember that no matter where we are, Mars Hill Anywhere is all about growing in faith, supporting one another, and making a difference—together. Whether you’re “pulling up” in person or “logging on” from afar, you are vital to this community.

We’d love to hear from you if you have questions, need support, or want to get involved. Feel free to reply to this email or connect with us online. Let’s keep encouraging each other, sharing our gratitude, and making this season one of true fulfillment and joy.

Until next time, keep striving for that 1% better every day. We’re cheering you on!

See you Sunday!

Here to help you win,

Pastor Clarence E. Stowers, Jr.

P.S. Don’t forget to “Pull up” or “Log on” us online this Sunday at 10:30 AM Central for our online service. Set your reminder now! ⏰