On the evening of the last day of the year, 2012 we came together to close the year with thanks and praise to God, and to make plans for the new year. If we follow our own plans we go astray, but if we follow the plans that God has made for us we all will be in heaven.  Also, Satan has made plans for us in order to destroy our opportunity for salvation. Brother Timo Martin made an appeal to the members to follow God’s plan. We will face terrible things this new year according to prophecy. The most fearful thing is our judgement, which may take place any time.  Even one unconfessed sin left in our lives would destroy our future.

Following this initial address we ate dinner together, which included delicious tamales.  After dinner, Brother Nicholas Anca related experiences of his missionary work. Brother Able Conde followed by speaking about Jeremiah 10:23. “It is not in man that walketh to direct his steps.” We need the guidance of God or we would go in the wrong direction. Throughout the evening children and adults delighted us with their songs and music.

May the Lord bless this new year to everyone. Amen.

New Year’s Resolutions:

Pacita – I will read the Bible more than before

Abel – I will do more missionary work

Joaquin – I will work for the unity of the church

Rosario – I will work more in the house of God

Ricardo – I will help others more

Ricardito – I will do more service to God

Rafael – I will change my attitude

Isabel – I will come to church earlier

Nicholas – I will try to save more souls

Alina – I will do more work for God

Amalia – I want to be always a missionary

Ides – I want to be baptized this year

Esther – I want to leave all bad habits and serve God

Nelly – I want to learn more memory verses

Anjeli – I will sing more songs to God.