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Nearby.

by Mark Sorensen December 19, 2014December 19, 2014

“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks by night.” (Luke 2:8) It was just another night. Just another night, that us, until the private whispers from an …

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Advent Christianity Christmas Encouragement God Jesus Quotes United Methodist Worship

the Advent Journey; Danger.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on December 20, 2013December 20, 2013

I recently came across a letter written by Francis Xavier, a mid 16th century missionary, who wrote to a priest on his perils of his mission to China. In it, he wrote the following: “The …

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What a privilege to cast our votes today! Every vo

What a privilege to cast our votes today! Every vote and voice matters!

Headed back to The Woodlands after a super quick t

Headed back to The Woodlands after a super quick trip to Shreveport, LA, to attend the Young Life banquet and hear my son, Nic Sorensen, speak in his new role as Area Director. There’s truly no greater joy than watching your kids live out of their giftings and passions. So thankful. Added bonus? Grandbaby hugs!

Beginning to end, it was another one of my favorit

Beginning to end, it was another one of my favorite Sunday’s. From the seven bowls found in Revelation 15-16, to the bowl of Grace that meets us in John 13, I loved seeing the Spirit move through it all. Teaching through Revelation has been such a gift!

What a joy having sweet little Simon with us for a

What a joy having sweet little Simon with us for a couple of days! He certainly keeps his G-Pop and GiGi on their toes:)

After yesterday’s sermon on Revelation 12, I was

After yesterday’s sermon on Revelation 12, I was handed some sermon inspired notes (and comments) from some of our kids. They made my day! ❤️

PS: Emma, you’re in good company. Pastor Mark is blessed to share that super power with you;) 🙌🏼

Packing up and making the journey back to The Wood

Packing up and making the journey back to The Woodlands later today after spending eight days praying, worshiping, and breaking bread alongside friends, both old and new, from around the globe.

Truly, this is a Global Methodist Church.

There has been a heavy presence of the Holy Spirit during these eight days and this is an experience I will carry with me for a long time. Deeply honored to have served as a delegate at this historic convening conference and energized about all the Spirit has ahead.

Here we go! ✈️ Honored to serve as a delegat

Here we go! ✈️

Honored to serve as a delegate for the convening conference of the Global Methodist Church beginning tomorrow!

Excited to be headed to Costa Rica to see all the Spirit has in store. Joining a lot of friends and clergy on this departing flight. To quote a lady behind me in line, “I was nervous flying today but not now. This plane’s gonna be the most PRAYED UP flight I’ve ever been on!”

Hallelujah and amen:)

What do you do when the kids come in from out of t

What do you do when the kids come in from out of town? You dress up in festive holiday apparel and you take the family Christmas picture in September, in a non air conditioned greenhouse at the hottest part of the day. That’s what you do. 😂

I’m happy to report no one passed out and we all survived:)

Checking that one off the list.

Someone’s having a birthday today! Happiest of b

Someone’s having a birthday today! Happiest of birthdays to my amazing wife. She’s funny, she’s got a big heart, her flower crown making ability is second to none, and her love for the Lord are just a few of the MANY things that inspire me. Love you! Big time! 🎂 🎉 💜

Such a sweet time in Word and worship this morning

Such a sweet time in Word and worship this morning. Hard to believe that we are already four weeks into our Revelation series and this morning was definitely a special one! What a joy it was to soak in the beauty and victory found in Revelation 4 and 5!

Remember. 👉🏼 These two chapters are important pieces to hold on to as we move through the next ten weeks together!

They’re here! Just received my copies of “The

They’re here! Just received my copies of “The Wonder of It All”! ✨ 📖

Holding this little Advent devotional in my hands is a sweet moment of both gratitude and joy. I’m thrilled to share them with you as we prepare our hearts for the Christmas season that will soon be here!

A huge thank you to @officialseedbed for the opportunity to bring this to life. I’m honored to partner with you in pointing others to the WONDER found in the Christmas story!

You can find out more by visiting the following link: https://my.seedbed.com/product/the-wonder-of-it-all/

I loved sitting in the two words that Jesus gave t

I loved sitting in the two words that Jesus gave to the suffering church of Smyrna in Revelation this morning in Harvest. To a church under great pressure and tribulation, He responds:

“I know.”

How good it is to know that He knows our circumstances and our struggles and He doesn’t just know, but He is also, “the First and the Last, who died and came to life again.” (Rev. 2:8)

Thankful for the encouragement found in this morning’s word to Smyrna that both encouraged them and us!

✅Do not be afraid.
✅ Remember that trials have an expiration date.
✅ Be faithful, for the crown awaits.

Good news then, still good news today!

Blessed Revelation. What a start to this 14 week

Blessed Revelation.

What a start to this 14 week walk through the last book of the Bible, the Revelation from Jesus Christ. Excited to see what the Spirit has in store for us all in the weeks ahead, certain of this: a blessing is in store for us all!

👉🏼“Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near.” -Revelation‬ ‭1‬:‭3‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Post celebratory dinner pic to say thank you for a

Post celebratory dinner pic to say thank you for all the sweet anniversary wishes today. Thankful for our family, friends and community the Lord has so graciously placed us in the midst of! The Lord is so good. 🥂

Happy Anniversary (31!) to my favorite person in t

Happy Anniversary (31!) to my favorite person in the world. Every day, every moment with you is a gift. Love you, @nyckisorensen!

Thankful for our mission partners @eightdaysofhope

Thankful for our mission partners @eightdaysofhope ! We’re serving up free hot meals today. If you or anyone you know is in need, come to our main campus (2200 Lake Woodlands drive) in front of the Recreation Center. Here to serve! #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors

Here we go! Excited to spend the next week with ou

Here we go! Excited to spend the next week with our sweet little grandbaby Simon! Last time we watched him, he was crawling. This time? He’s walking. EVERYWHERE! So, the Astros jersey seemed appropriate. Whole new ballgame this go around! 😂

On a walk this morning and snapped this picture. I

On a walk this morning and snapped this picture. It’s good to capture the beautiful days so that, when the storms come, they serve as a marker to remember that the clouds and storms will eventually pass.

Happy 248th birthday, America! Wonderful fireworks

Happy 248th birthday, America! Wonderful fireworks show this evening in The Woodlands! Now. If we could just dial the temp down about 30 degrees for next year’s celebration? 😁

June was a month to remember and, as I reflect on

June was a month to remember and, as I reflect on this last day of my sabbatical, “Gratitude” seems to be the right word (and song) for the month I have taken to rest, renew and be refreshed! So thankful for the time. Ready to share some stories from the adventures and jump back into all the Spirit is stirring at TWMC!

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