Saddleback Church
January 13, 2021
Saddleback Lake Forest eNews
Dear David,
I'd just met Steve and Kim,
and as dinner progressed,
Kim shared
that she was a marriage and family therapist.
"This is sweet,"
I thought,
"time with a counselor and no meter running!
What questions should I ask?"
And then it hit me -
what's the number one reason couples wind up
in your office needing help?
"They start keeping score."
She didn't even have to pause or think about it.
And she went on to explain
that it's not just a problem for couples,
but a common cause of the breakdown of relationships of any kind.
That wouldn't have come
as a surprise to Paul.
He described
the kind of relational love that Jesus modeled for us
as being "patient," "kind," and "keeping no record of wrongs."
In other words,
it refuses to keep score and oozes grace
in a way that honors and lifts up.
(1 Corinthians 13:4-5)
But the pull is always toward scorekeeping,
even in the healthiest of relationships.
The Bible makes it clear
that we're made for community,
and yet it devotes considerable space
to coaching us on how to go about participating
in it in life-giving ways,
clearly signaling that it doesn't come easily.
Healthy relationships take time, energy, intentionality and...practice.
They're messy,
but oh so worth the transformational effort.
As we settle into 2022 together
we look forward to helping you find your place
to belong at Saddleback Lake Forest
and strengthen your relationships in the New Year!
Jason Williams
Campus Pastor
Couples' Night Out | January 20th, 7:00-8:30PM
Upcoming Small Group Studies
Men's Study
The Gospel of Luke
Men's Study
Launching January 31
We're going deep into the book of Luke,
where we'll study the life of Jesus
and discuss practical ways
to live our lives like he did.
Let's learn to live like Jesus!
Register
Women's Study
Free to Thrive: Healing Choices for an Abundant Life
Women's Study
Launching February 2
Let's start the new year
by stepping into the abundant life
God has prepared for us.
We'll evaluate any strongholds
in our lives and unpack the healing choices
found in God's Word
that can tear them down
so we can be Free to Thrive.
Register
On Campus Small Groups
Taste & See Community at Saddleback
An On-Campus Small Group Experience
Launching February 2
In this special nine-week Bible study,
we'll dive into the five purposes
that God created for his church.
You'll walk away with new friends,
a deeper understanding of how God created you,
and a clearer sense of purpose.
Register
Church Counseling Training
Online courses begin February 1 & 3
If you have a heart
for helping people walk through difficult situations in life,
becoming a Church Counselor could be your next step.
By taking the online Church Counseling Training course,
you'll gain the tools necessary
to help people struggling with emotional and relational pain
find hope and healing.
This biblically-based course includes topics
like counseling skills, emotional health, and relational issues.
Click here to learn more
about joining our Counseling program
Learn More
Saddleback Church Blood Drive
Give the Gift of Life
Saddleback Church Blood Drive
January 25 & 26 | 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Did you know
that just one blood donation can save
up to three lives?
You can be a hero
by giving the gift of life
at Saddleback!
Join us as we partner
with the American Red Cross
to make an impact for those in need.
Register for your one-hour session taking place
in The Refinery
at our Lake Forest campus.
We're all in this together!
Sign Up Now
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