It's Friday morning as I write this. I have a jillion thoughts in my head.

One, is sermon prep. I'm in a series of messages on the scenes in the stained glass windows in our church. This Sunday it's on the nativity scene. Since we just celebrated Christmas, I'm going to deal with the incarnation of Christ. So, today and tomorrow, I'm asking the Lord to give me scriptures, insight, etc... to finalize the sermon. I wish I weren't like this but, my mind is clearer the closer I get to Sunday. That's weird. I wish I could get it all done early in the week. But that's not the way my mind works. Any way, if you read this, remember me in prayer as I finalize this message.

Second, I'm excited about our new church website that is being built and my new blog that our youth minister, Johnathan Woodward has set up for me. The address is www.greggpotts.com. It's not much right now. Still under construction.

Third, I am very thankful for how wonderful the Lord has been to our church in recent months. Our attendance has grown and some very good things are happening. I'm in the process now of planning events for the remainder of the year. I'm praying that the Lord blesses us with another great day.

Fourth, I am excited about the tremendous potential for reaching people that exists in Paulding county. Lord, guide me as I try to provide leadership for our church in reaching people.

Finally, I am concerned and frustrated with our leaders in Washington, D.C. I agree that the economy is struggling bad. But the stimulus bill they are debating is ridiculous. Enough said.

I hope you have a great weekend. First Baptist Dallas folks, hope to see you in Bible study and worship this Sunday.