When I was about ten years old I was an Astro Buddy.  An Astro Buddy was a club for Houston Astros fans that allowed kids to come down on the field and run the bases during a break in the ball game or before the game.  I would dress up in my Little League baseball uniform and run those bases because it was a dream of mine to be a pro baseball player. 

My favorite players were Jose Cruz and Alan Ashby.  I had hoped every time I ran those bases that I would get to meet Cruz or Ashby, but we had no access to the team stars.  Only to the “lower tier” players and the bat boys.  I remember coming away from the game excited that I got to be on the field of the Astrodome, but disappointed that I had no access to my favorite players.

There is someone else who is a star player that always gives access to His fans.  Jesus Christ.  We have an all-access pass to fellowship with Him whenever we desire.  Sure you have to join His club, which is only through salvation. But the benefits are outstanding.  We have access to the Creator of the Universe.

Romans 5:2, “through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.”

We have access into His  grace and into His presence, because of our faith in Him.  Saving Faith.  Many people want to have access to the world’s stars.  Ball players, actors, musicians, but  they are nothing compared to having access to the greatest person in the world.  Jesus Christ gives us a backstage pass!

Yesterday was a good Sunday.  We began a two part series, Elements of our Faith.  We talked about the meaning of communion.  When we stop and think about the meaning of communion, it should make us more grateful about the price that was paid for our salvation.

Last night, we joined with Trinity Fellowship in Fayettevile for service.  It was the dedication of their new building.  What an impressive structure they have built for the glory of God!

This morning I was able to have breakfast with our District Superintendent.  I enjoyed our fellowship and the wisdom that Pastor Moore shared with me.  I always look forward to learning from ministers who have pastored for many years.  I truly appreciate him taking time out of his busy schedule to share with me.