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We know people like him; they dot the landscape of American politics.  He was a reasonably clever politician who managed to do a halfway decent job of governing.  He wasn't the world's greatest leader, but he usually managed to keep out of trouble.  Apparently, he had no real firm convictions, and this enabled him to walk a tightrope that kept his bosses in Rome pleased with his performance and the local Jews under reasonable control.  It was not an easy task.

But the time came (and it does for all of us) in which he had to make a serious decision based on his own convictions rather than continue his balancing act--and he failed miserably.  2000 years later, he is best remembered for his wishy-washy decision that was really no decision at all.

Do you know who I'm talking about?  (Email me to let me know or come on Sunday and find out.)  More importantly, make sure that you are not guilty of the same kind of balancing act between right and wrong, between the tough choice and the right choice.

I hope to see you Sunday, when our Jerusalam 30 A.D. series of worship services continue. 

Pastor Jack Marslender

PS.  Don't forget that this is a great series to invite others! 

We invite you to a dramatic presentation of the Last Supper on Sunday, March 28, at 6:00 pm.  The Last Supper is based on De Vinci's painting, except that each disciple comes out of his "pose" to tell his story.  It's a captivating look into the lives of the disciples.  

The 7 – 12 grade students will be participating in a DiscipleNow Weekend, March 19-21.  This is a concentrated weekend of Bible study, worship, fellowship, service and fun!  Pastor Jerome Taylor from First Southern Baptist Church of Wickenburg will be coming to lead the students in Bible study and Melinda Marslender will lead the students in worship. 

Other activities will include a service project to the Phoenix Rescue Mission and an afternoon of “gross games” in the park!  The cost is $25 per person and includes the program, housing, food and a t-shirt.  The deadline for sign up is Sunday, March 7.  Our theme is “Becoming a person of impact”!  Please direct any questions to Student Ministries Director Holly Kilfoyle.

We are hosting (together with Valley of the Sun United Way and the City of Avondale) a homeless event for the west valley called Homeless Connect on Tuesday, March 23, here at FSBCA.  It is a "one-stop" event in which the homeless can get breakfast and dinner, a shower, and a haircut.  They will also be able to connect with multiple social agencies, get rides to DMV to get identification, and to have other needs met.

If you want to volunteer on this day, please contact Office Manager Naomi Hutchison.