Breaking Free

Like many of you, we have watched the coverage of the Haitian earthquake with compassion, prayers for those who are suffering, and a desire to help in any way possible. Two nights ago, an unusual aspect of this story caught our attention on the evening news. Apparently, one of Haiti's major prisons is located near the capital, Port Au Prince, which was also the near-epicenter of this quake. With buildings and security measures devastated, the prisoners took advantage of the situation and escaped, disappearing into the masses. It is a troubling aspect of an already heartbreaking story.

Contemplating this situation caused me to wonder what it must have been like from the prisoners' perspectives... Can you imagine seeing an opportunity to escape all restraint and bondage? Can you imagine having the chance to regain lost liberties and privileges? Can you imagine actually experiencing freedom after so long?

The women of FHCC have the opportunity to do just that. Ladies, you may be struggling with past failures, current temptations, or problematic circumstances. ANYTHING that is hindering you from personal peace and fulfillment or from victorious spiritual growth is keeping you in bondage. And spiritual bondage is far more serious than any physical captivity!

Isaiah 61:1-4 says that the Lord desires to bind the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for those in bondage, to comfort those who mourn, to replace despair with praise, and so much more. Join us Thursdays at 6:30, beginning January 21st, as Beth Moore leads us in "Breaking Free," a study of Isaiah 61 that will give you the keys to a victorious life of freedom and growth in the Lord.

- Christine

Women's Bible Study
Thursday Nights @ 6:30pm
INSIDE the FHCC Campus (6708 Ingram St)
www.fhcchurch.com

*Order your Breaking Free workbook through FHCC for only $15. Contact Monica or Cathi by Sunday, January 17th to order.