This will be my last Steve’s Story for 2024.

It is hard to believe that 2024 is coming to an end. Next Wednesday will be Christmas Day and the following Wednesay will be New Years Day. Of course there is a lot to be done between now and then!

So I want to take this opportunity to do two things…

First, to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas. Christmas has always been a special time at my house growing up and at my house now. Mom made sure that Christmas was special each year and I guess that rubbed off on me. It is important that Christmas is special for my family as well as my church family. It is my prayer that you will make Christmas special for those who gather around you–Your friends, family, and even those others that God places in our path during this special time of year.

Second, to wish all of you a very Happy and Prosperous New Year. It has been my privilege to pastor North River Baptist Church for the past 19 years. It is really hard to believe that it has been that long. It has been a wonderful experience, surrounded by great people who love and follow Jesus. Our small band of believers has made the difference in so many lives down through the years. We have been blessed with the ability to bless others. I hope that 2025 will bring even more opportunities to serve our Lord and others.

My next Steve’s Story will be the first Wednesday in 2025. Until then…

May God bless you and keep you in His tender care.

Merry Christmas and the Happiest of New Years!

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