Welcome to Eastern Hills Baptist Church
We are so glad that you decided to join us in worship today. Here at Eastern Hills we realize that we are all in different places on our journey with Christ, and that's okay. Whether you are a seeker, looking for answers, or a long-time follower of Christ, you are welcome here.

TODAY'S OUTLINE:

1: Longing for connection

2: Looking for connection

3: Rejoicing in connection

4: Waiting for connection

“You have made us for Yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in You.”

— St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430), Confessions

The mysterious version [of Matthew 6:33] I’m looking for, the one I see so many people following and memorizing, goes something like this: “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, except when you’re choosing someone to marry. In that case, you should follow your emotions, insist on a thrilling romantic attraction and overall relational compatibility that makes the relationship fun, and then all these things will be added unto you.”

—Gary Thomas, The Sacred Search: What if It’s Not About Who You Marry, But Why?

TAKE IT HOME QUESTIONS FOR THIS WEEK:

— Who is your very best friend in the world—the one person who knows you better than anyone else? (besides Jesus)
— What are some things that help you feel connected to your family, your friends, and your church family?
— When have you been really excited to see someone that you love after being apart for a long time?