[4고급] God gives a hand to those down on their luck  

God gives a hand to those down on their luck, [and he] gives a fresh start to those who are ready to quit.
Psalm 145:14 (MSG)


Dear Saddleback Family,

One of the emails that I received last week had a line at the end that really caught my attention. It ended by saying, "I'm glad we made it through 2020 together, but I'm hoping to get a fresh start this new year."

I've thought about that last phrase over and over in my mind this week. I think many of us would like a fresh start in 2021. Last week, as I shared part two the series, The Power of Vision, we looked at what God tells us to do whenever we need a fresh start:

Stop making excuses
Take stock of what I have
Act in faith
Refocus my mind
Trust that God knows what he's doing

If you weren't able to listen to my message this past weekend, click here to watch the whole service. You can also click here to download your small group discussion questions.

I love you and miss you so much!


Saddleback at Home

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If you had the power to change one thing about your life, what would it be? Join Brandon Reed, the Campus Pastor at Rancho Capistrano, as he reminds us that no matter what uncontrollable circumstance we're facing right now, we need the truth of Scripture in our life.








Pastor Tom Holladay and Kay Warren have created a class called Foundations to help followers of Jesus build their lives on the unchanging nature of God and his Word. Join us for Foundations Course 1, an online Bible study starting January 25. There will be teaching videos, Q&As, and a community of people to learn with.






For many people, last year was one of the most difficult years of their lives as they faced unforeseeable hardships and unthinkable losses. Still, many of those same people also experienced the love of God in tangible ways as Saddleback volunteers worked to spread hope by giving to those in need.

This past holiday season, our church donated gifts and other practical items to 1,300 families who are currently facing financial difficulties. Those families were able to open presents and celebrate Christmas in a way they would not have otherwise been able to, thanks to all of the volunteers who participated in Saddleback's Adopt-a-Family program.

One family that received a few items from our church said it meant a lot to them to be cared for during the holidays after such a difficult year.

"Usually, our family is on the other side giving to those in need," they said. "However, this past year was tough for us as we lost our house and all of our belongings in a fire at the same time the pandemic hit."

Putting their lives back together in the aftermath of the fire has been difficult, yet the family has remained hopeful. While it may still be a tough road ahead for that family, our church was able to give them some much-needed assistance during the holidays. The clothes, umbrella, books and toys they received from Saddleback, while only a small symbol of the love God has for them, lifted their spirits immensely.

"We have been living in hotels and various short-term rentals since [the fire], but we are happy to have a roof over our heads," they said. "Despite that and the ongoing pandemic, we feel blessed to be healthy and safe ... We are truly grateful for all of the gifts. Thank you for making our holidays merrier!"



Do you want to serve? There are ways you can volunteer, donate, give, or pray during this time. Do you need help? There are ways you can get food, supplies, and prayer.
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During 2020, we were able to increase our grocery distribution by tenfold and feed over 160,000 families! We also expanded relief efforts to help with fires in California and hurricanes in the South. Would you consider making a gift to the Saddleback Relief Fund this month to help us continue these efforts in 2021?
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