The Chester Mission Station of Christ Central Ministries includes our Thrift Store and the Center of Hope. The Thrift Store provides operational funds for our 9-month transitional housing program. The Center provides a safe place for residents to heal and find hope that strengthens them to return to independent living. Addiction recovery, spiritual growth, financial fitness, relational health and overall wellness are all part of the program. We invite the community to join with us in mental wellness workshops and other learning opportunities. Our volunteers and residents learn and grow together as we rejoice in the God of Hope who gives life, peace, and joy. Would you like to join us in spreading hope -- the treasured gift of your time is always appreciated as are financial donations.
Knowing God
Knowing WHO God is is key to knowing WHO we are…life has a way of blinding us to ourselves. We lose sight of God’s design of us and plans for us.
The way we reclaim our lives and live with purpose is to have a clear view of God. The list below offers some questions and scriptures to help you deepen your relationship with the Lord. Use this in your private devotion time, ask God to speak to you personally. Look up the Scriptures, read them in context, and jot notes about what it says to you. Talk to others about the thoughts the questions and the Word sparks in your mind.
We all need one another to see the fullness of God. We are the body of Christ and are uniquely valuable to each other.
If you would like a copy of the resources we're exploring this month, send an email to us and ask for this month's Spiritual Focus:
God is your Creator, your Designer. What does that say about you?
(Psalm 19)
(Genesis 1:27)
God is your Redeemer, your Forgiver. We are made of dirt AND divinity. How does God remove our sins and make up our shortcomings?
(Ephesians 1:7)
(Isaiah 44:22)
God is your Sustainer, your Strength. Where do you need to let Him feed you, empower you?
(2 Corinthians 12:9)
(Nehemiah 8:10)
God is your Guide, your Path to abundance. How do you hear Him? How do you know if you are on the right path?
(Deuteronomy 31:8)
(Jeremiah 10:23)
God is your LIFE. Are you living in Jesus or in your own best efforts?
(John 14:6)
(John 17:3)