Dear fellow Free Church Ministers,
We are all aware of the challenges we are facing with the current coronavirus crisis.
Obviously we want to stand together and encourage one another as we follow the government guidelines.
As global pressure increases, an African Head of State has commended Philippians 4:6-7 to his nation:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
There is much here that is timely for us all to hold on to as we stand firm in faith, maintaining both a heavenly perspective and a down to earth practicality.
At the end of his letter Paul thanks the Philippians for caring for him, politely acknowledging that they no doubt always did care but lacked opportunity.
Right now we have the opportunity to work with others to show care right across our communities. Let us rise to this challenge, demonstrating how the grace of the Lord Jesus, the love of the Father and the power of the Holy Spirit can carry us through.
Standing with you in the fullness of the Lord's unwavering love and blessing,
Yours,
Hugh Osgood
Free Churches Moderator