Canote E-Notes 03/12/12

"Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus."
1 Thessalonians 5:18


Spring Weather Is Here!
Give thanks to God for this beautiful day that He has made!  Springlike weather is refreshing and new and a reminder of God's presence and handiwork all around us.  It's a blessing to be 'alive & well' with opportunities to join our Creator playing a significant role in His big ole plan to 'bless the nations.'  Ephesians 2:10 tells us even WE are His handiwork too! 


But, of course, we never really had much of a winter anyway.  We've actually been having "springlike weather" off and on since October!  We'll take it!


Many of the birds are back from their winter travels, chirping away ...which we can hear from inside the house because it's warm enough to have the windows open!  Woo hoo!  It will be nice when the trees are full of leaves again.  But then, Chris might have missed this beautiful sunrise early Sunday morning with the view blocked by the summer treetop canopy.


From Basketball to Baseball

As the calendar moves forward, we survive another season of basket ball.  We had 2 playing this year:  JP (freshman) & Allison (3rd grade).  The end always comes at just about the time we're starting to think we've absolutely had enough! :)  Allison's team finished with quite a flourish, as the 1st Place champs of a local tournament.  Now it's time to set our sights on another exciting season of St. Louis Cardinal's baseball!  Woohoo!


Ministry
There is certainly never a "dull" moment in the life that comes with full-time ministry.  The "highest highs" and to be fair, sometimes, the "lowest lows" are part of the territory.  As we pour our hearts and souls into serving God full-on, we must constantly remind ourselves who we serve and why.  Therefore, we don't seek the approval, reward, and satisfaction from people.  That needs to be reserved for God.  Our primary goal in ministry is to point folks towards Jesus.  HE is the Savior.  We are just fellow beggars showing folks where they can find some bread.


However, that doesn't mean we don't appreciate the sacrifice and support of YOU - friends and family - our ministry team.  God bless you for your prayers, friendship, and support!  We need you and praise God for you DAILY!


Future
God has been revealing some exciting plans for the future of ministry with the Canote family.  No one year has ever been quite like the one before and this one will be no different.  We are honored, humbled, and so very blessed to serve God together as a family.  AND we're so glad to have you along for the ride.

Sermon Links
Below are links to our website where you'll find our audio library where you can listen to recent sermons delivered by Pastor Chris:


Main Sermon Page


"Deeper Faith" Series - Delivered in Mexicali, Mexico for YUGO's New Year's Team Ministry week


"Marriage" Series - Delivered at Harrisburg Baptist Church


"Prayer 101" Series - Delivered at Harrisburg Baptist Church