Intro letter, 9-4-12

Lee McDowell Christian Ministries                         LMCM

Nacogdoches, Texas                                                           Gal. 2:20  KJV

It is my joy to begin a journey with you to look at the great teachings of Michael Wells, teachings that always land at the feet of Jesus and tell us what He will do for us.  Christianity  has suffered too long from those who keep handing out lists of “do this, do that…and you can be a ‘good Christian.’”  Michael captured the essence of "Christ in you, the hope of glory" in his book, My Weakness For His Strength.  It is a compilation of 365 "days" of life-giving hope for each and every Christian.

God gave Michael Wells the most phenomenal insights into Scripture centered around one major premise:  “There is nothing the nearness of Christ can’t overcome.”  Beautiful (as only Michael could say)!  And from that point, we discover that life here on earth for a Christian is simply “Him, “ and not “me.”  For 15 years I have had the privilege, as well as the pleasure, to tell everyone listening the things God has given me through my friend, Michael Wells.

We will look at one “days” words from Michael, then I will try to emphasize what I see as:

·         The most important points (VIP – Very Important Point)

·         The most exciting truths

·         The greatest promises

·         The unfathomable riches

·         The innumerable possibilities

·         And…the priceless victory that is ours as a Christian from the Christ Who lives in us!

     (a PV)

The format will be as follows:

·         A few introductory remarks for the “day” we shall look at

·         The “day” reprinted from Michael’s book

     (Betty Wells has given me permission to use the material)

·         Then the observations gleaned from Preaching, Teaching, and Pastoring the Abiding Life

It will be short, concise, and hopefully something that each of us can carry with us through each day, each month, and each year until God calls us Home.  Mike (as Betty lovingly calls him) is already face-to-face with His Savior and Lord.  May our endeavor bring honor to Christ, and strength & encouragement to those of us still on the path the Lord is directing for us here.

Lee McDowell Christian Ministries

P. O. Box 633244    Nacogdoches, Tx 75963                                        936-559-5696