Wednesday's Word
Happy New Year!
May this new season be full of work, waiting on Him and worship! Worship is simply giving God the best that He has given you.
“Be careful what you do with the best you have” O Chambers says. “Whenever God blesses you, give it back to Him as a love-gift. Offering our blessings back to Him is a deliberate act of worship. If we hoard His blessings, they will turn into spiritual dry rot, as the manna did when it was hoarded in Exodus 16. God never gives us spiritual blessings completely for ourselves. Give it back to Him so that He can make it a blessing to others!”
What grace, what peace, what time, what relationship, what skill, what provision, what experience has He blessed you with coming into this new year? Join me in looking for ways to give it back to Him!
Sometimes, like in Jonah’s case, He’ll ask us again and again (though we may not like where His persistence takes us!). But often, He will move on from our “no thanks, this is mine” to an open-handed, abandoned person. Who knows what future growth and blessing we will miss when God moves on from asking us!?
There is always plenty of time to say YES to God! May He meet us in our worship today.
Pastor Matt
UPCOMING EVENTS
- NO EVENTS this Wellspring Wednesday! Have a Happy New Year, and Bible study, Kid’s Club and Youth…plus a new option for WS Family Dinner, kick-off January 14! Register here for the meal! Prayerfully consider adding Wednesday night Bible study to your weekly calendar!
- Open Door, January 11. New to Wellspring or thinking about membership? Join us for Open Door after the service! This is a casual, informative lunch gathering for anyone who wants to learn more about Wellspring or explore next steps toward membership. Space is limited, so RSVP here!
- Ground Zero Book Club, January 19 (6:30 pm) We will discuss “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry” by John Ortberg.
- Together WKND 2026 invites students from grades 6th-12th to an exhilarating weekend of unity, growth, and worship in Madison County. This year’s theme, inspired by Psalm 46:10, calls us to be still and recognize God’s presence as we gather from January 30th to February 1st at Broadmoor Baptist Church. Spearheaded by Pastor Anthony Knight and Rooted Worship, students will engage in meaningful small group discussions and worship, all while breaking down barriers and forming lasting friendships. Register now!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Benevolence Fund. Wellspring has a benevolence fund for anyone interested in making a designated gift to help others in need!
- Visitation Team. If you’re interested in making phone or physical visits to congregation members, let Ann know you’d like to be part of the Congregational Care Ministry Team!
- Pledge Cards. You can still submit your pledge cards for 2026! Grab one from the cradenza in the foyer and drop in the offering plate.
- Homebound Communion Help. If you’d like to help serve homebound communion the week following the first Sunday of each month, contact Ann (601) 506-4364.
- Sew Blessed is NOT meeting in November or December!
- Devoted Ladies Bible Study is independently reading “The Gospel Comes with a House Key” followed by a book discussion in January.
Church Directory. Wellspring officially has a directory! Access it by downloading the app, Instant Church Directory, or in your web browser at http://members.instantchurchdirectory.com. Contact Chelsea Turner at 601-720-2443 for any questions or issues!
Emergency Response Team. We now have an active Emergency Response Team in place to help ensure everyone’s safety. Contact Rob at (601) 668-4574 to help or with questions!
Parking. As we continue to grow, please leave prime parking spots for those who need them most! Thank you!
We Need a Church Historian. If you are interested in becoming the Church Historian, or if you have questions, please contact Kim @ (601) 594-6740.
Office Angel. There is ONE open Office Angel spots to fill if you are interested in volunteering weekly in the church office! We need help Friday afternoon 12-3. Contact Laura Leon (601) 218-3685.
Prayer Requests and Prayer Team. If you have prayer requests, updates or praises for the Wellspring Weekly Prayer Guide, please share with Ann White (601) 506-4364. Monday’s weekly prayer meeting lifts up these items for prayer, as do the Prayer Team (join the prayer team by texting Stacey, 601-397-7400) and many others throughout the week!
Our Wellspring Kids need you! Please contact Cindy Goodwin with questions or if you are interested in investing in our Wellspring Kids once a month!
GMC Updates. To subscribe to the latest information from the GMC, you can subscribe through their website, under “Stay Connected”
Sunday's Sermon
Next Week's Service
UPCOMING SERMON
WORSHIP SETLIST
- This is Amazing Grace
- Goodness of God
- Came to My Rescue
- Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
CALENDAR
WELLSPRING KIDS
Birth–5th Graders
Join us for Sunday School @ 9! There is a class of peers praying for you to join them! Grades 1-5, Kid’s Room. Ages 2-5, Toddler Room. Ages 0-2, Infant’s Room
- Kids Club kicks off January 14th at 6 pm!
- “Wellspring Kids!” has a new Lead Team! Please be praying for Cindy Goodwin, Kelsey Hart, Chelsea Turner, Cheyenne Thomas and Jenny Watson as they partner with families in discipling kids who know, love and follow Jesus! Let any of them know if you’re ready to serve alongside!
STUDENT MINISTRY
6th–12th Graders
- Sundays @ 9 am – Join us in the youth room for Sunday school
- January 14th – See you at 6!
- TOGETHER WKND is coming up January 30-February 1st! Register here!
