Theological Reflection on Weak Voices

Weak voices. I was thinking about that particular problem today (as one might imagine, given my current affliction) when I received an email from a kind member who remarked that last evening’s sermon was, in her words, ‘powerful’.

It occurred to me when I read that, that there might well be a theological truth hidden behind weakened vocal cords. And that truth is that the power of the Word of God isn’t manifested in the loudness (or lack thereof) of the voice proclaiming it. It is manifested in the truth itself. God’s Word need not be yelled to be true. And in point of fact, when it is rattled through a raspy throat it is all the more miraculous and impressive that God takes that raspy sound and by the power of the Spirit applies it to listening ears and hearts. To adapt a phrase from Isaiah, ‘voices wither and vocal cords fade, but the Word of God abides’.

News From the Executive Board

The Association is assembling a team to go to Blaine, Kentucky June 23-27th to conduct VBS, Backyard Bible Club, and evangelistic efforts. They are also taking food to distribute to the needy. Please consider going or helping with food provision. And certainly, begin now to pray for their efforts. If you would like to go- call Mason at the Association office.

Speaking of prayer, May 18th is the Day of Prayer for VBS.

But before both those events, this coming Tuesday, April 22 is the Association Workshop at Trenton Street beginning with dinner at 6. There are sessions for everyone:

Conference for Deacons
Conference for Treasurers
Conference on Dealing with Difficult People
Conference for Women
Music Conference
Conference for Bi-Vocational Ministers
Conference for Youth Leaders

Finally, the Association is partnering with an Association in Iowa and their representatives will be here on May 13th. If you would like to find out about the details of the Partnership meet with them at the Harriman Cracker Barrel that day at 1 PM.