Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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May 19, 2013

Our Piece of the Puzzle

As members of this church, we can be compared to pieces in a jigsaw puzzle. Each piece has protrusions and indentations. The protrusions represent our strengths (gifts, talents, abilities), and the indentations represent our weaknesses (faults, limitations, shortcomings, undeveloped areas). The beautiful thing is that the pieces complement one another and produce a beautiful whole.

Just as each piece of a puzzle is important, so each member of this church is important and can minister to the other members.

Just as, when one piece is missing from the puzzle, its absence is very obvious and damages the picture, so also is the whole weakened when we are absent from the church services.

Also, when each piece of a puzzle is in place, any one piece is not conspicuous but blends in to form the whole picture. So it should be with our church. —Copied

AWANA Presentation

Terry Smith will lead in the AWANA presentation during the Morning Worship today. Please pray for her, the AWANA workers and the children as this program is presented. Also, each of us may help as we recruit more children for the beginning of this important program this Fall.

A Note From Bro. Jared
I miss being there with you all while we’re on vacation. It has been a busy week, and we’ve accomplished a little less than half the home repairs we had scheduled. But we’ve had fun in the process. Today we’re attending Southgate (our old home church) with my family, but, Lord willing, we look forward to seeing you all on Wednesday.

Thank You Note

I would like to thank everyone for the cards, calls and prayers. I love you all and am so blessed to have you in my life. The love you have shown helps me more than you know. I now have appointments to see if the problem can be found.

Thank you, and with much love, Carol Goff.

If you have to do wrong to stay on the team, you are on the wrong team.

Meeting for Wednesday Night Kids’ Program

If you’ve been approached about helping in our children’s ministry on Wednesday nights—or are interested in helping—Kristian will be holding an informational meeting on Sunday, May 26 at 4:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall.

Choir Schedule

Remember the choir rehearsal at 5:00 PM next Sunday evening, May 26.

This Week’s Schedule

Thanks to Bro. Shawn Whorton who presented the program to the Senior Saints last Tuesday. Also thanks to Bro. Jack Moore who taught last Wednesday night in the absence of the pastor. Today, Bro. Phil Misenheimer will be preaching the morning service, and Bro. Shawn Whorton will be preaching the evening service. Pray for these men.

The Weight of Sin

A flippant youth asked a preacher, “You say that unsaved people carry a weight of sin. I feel nothing. How heavy is sin? Is it ten pounds? Is it eighty pounds?”

The preacher replied by asking the youth, “If you laid a four-hundred-pound weight on a corpse, would it feel the load?”

The youth replied, “It would feel nothing, because it is dead.”

The preacher concluded, “The spirit is dead, too, is indeed dead which feels no load of sin or is indifferent to its burden and is so flippant about its presence.”

The youth was silenced. —Copied

INFANTILE LOVE follows the principle:

“I love because I am loved.”

MATURE LOVE follows the principle:

“I am loved because I love.”

IMMATURE LOVE says:

“I love you because I need you.”

MATURE LOVE says:

“I need you because I love you.”

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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May 12, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

“Our Children Must Learn”

(II Timothy 1:3-5)

Bro. Jared Byrns

I. Our children must learn to ________ in the ________ of God

(II Timothy 1:3).

II. Our children must learn to ________ a ______________ __________ (II Timothy 1:5).

III. Our children must learn from _________________ godly ________________ (II Timothy 1:5).

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 10 – “Sam Jordan” (name withheld) & family BMAA missionaries to Jordan

From the Pastor’s Pen

With today being Mothers’ Day, I just want to mention a few people. To Kristian: thank you for being such a loving, devoted mother to our kids—and for all you do for our family. To my own mother (who won’t see this until I show her): thank you for loving me and telling me about Jesus. And to all the ladies of the church: thank you for being such wonderful examples to all as you care for your own families and the other families here church. In big ways and small ways, there is no way on this side of eternity to measure the impact that your efforts have had on so many people. I’m confident that I speak for all the men of the church when I say, “Thank you,” and “Happy Mothers’ Day.”

—Bro. Jared

 Happy Mothers’ Day!

“So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many;

and unto them that look for him shall he appear

the second time without sin unto salvation”

—Hebrews 9:28

Meeting for Wednesday Night Kids’ Program

If you’ve been approached about helping in our children’s ministry on Wednesday nights—or are interested in helping—Kristian will be holding an informational meeting on Sunday, May 26 at 4:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall.

Choir Schedule

This evening’s choir rehearsal has been canceled to give members more time with their families for Mothers’ Day.

Senior Saints

The Senior Saints will meet Tuesday, May 14 in the Fellowship Hall downstairs. The program begins at 11 am, with a potluck lunch to follow at noon. All are welcome.

This Week’s Schedule

While the pastor is on vacation this week, others will be filling in with the teaching and preaching. Bro. Jack Moore will be teaching Wednesday night (May 15). On Sunday (May 19) Bro. Phil Misenheimer will be preaching the morning service, and Bro. Shawn Whorton will be preaching the evening service. Pray for these men as they prepare.

The Opiate of the Masses

“The vague and tenuous hope that God is too kind to punish the ungodly has become a deadly opiate for the consciences of millions.”

—A.W. Tozer

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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April 28, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

There are no sermon notes for this morning.

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 68 – Tommy & Sara Rose, BMAA missionaries to Mexico (elected at the National Meeting last week)

Mail Downstairs

In the church office downstairs, there are black mail trays (not blackmail trays) for the ministry leaders who most often get mail here, including the Treasurer, Clerk, Children’s Church leader, AWANA leader, and WMA leader. This is to help Bro. Jared get your mail where it belongs. Please check these mail trays periodically.

From the Pastor’s Pen

This was the tenth year that I have been attending the BMAA National Meeting—and it was my favorite one so far! The preaching was both challenging and encouraging; the worship times were uplifting; and the business was fairly smooth. In addition we had a wonderful time fellowshipping with old friends from home, and meeting and hearing from the missionaries. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to go. Also, I’d like to thank Bro. Darrell for filling in on Wednesday.

Pray for Jesse & Rebecca Hales; they have visited our church, and our church supports them directly. They were officially elected to go to the Dominican Republic this week. On May 1, they’ll officially go on “missionary status,” and in August they’ll leave for language school in Costa Rica. Pray that God will prepare them for the work, and that they’ll raise the rest of the funds they need over the next three months.

—Bro. Jared

Potluck Lunch Next Sunday

Our potluck lunch, originally scheduled for March, will be next Sunday afternoon. Bring your favorite dish (preferably with some kind of food in it) and lunch will be served downstairs after the morning service.

“And whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant: Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many”

—Matthew 20:27-28

A Welcome Home

Last Sunday was a wonderful time together. If you were not here Sunday night, you missed a wonderful blessing. Many of us saw an answer to prayers as TJ Bryant came forward at the end of the service seeking to be reconciled to the church. After discussion and prayer he was received back into full fellowship and membership. We are so glad to welcome back this brother, and thankful for God’s work in our midst!

Gideons Sunday

In this morning’s service, we will have a special speaker. Les Dozier will be with us to share information about the work of the Gideons. We will also receive a special offering, which will be sent to support their work. You can write “Gideons” on your envelope and place it in the plate during our regular offering time, or there will be a plate in the entry way at the end of the service, all of which will go to their work. Your contributions enable the Gideons to distribute copies of God’s work here in our community and worldwide.

Missionaries from Peru

Next Sunday morning, Bro. Johnmichael Poulin will be here to share his work in Peru. The Poulin family are BMAA missionaries based in the city of Ica in southern Peru near the Pacific coast.

♪ ♫ Gospel singer George Forbis, formerly of the Dixie Echoes, will be giving a concert next Sunday evening during our regular service. ♫ ♪

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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April 21, 2013

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 61 – Anthony & Mary Pennington, BMAA North American missionaries at All Nations Indian Baptist Church—Albuquerque, New Mexico

Mail Downstairs

In the church office downstairs, there are black mail trays (not blackmail trays) for the ministry leaders who most often get mail here, including the Treasurer, Clerk, Children’s Church leader, AWANA leader, and WMA leader. This is to help Bro. Jared get your mail where it belongs. Please check these mail trays periodically.

Pray for Your Missionaries

As of this month, our church gives direct support to five missionary families: François Norcilus (Haiti), Brad & Penny Gathright (Honduras), Jesse & Rebecca Hales (Dominican Republic), Bogdan & Daniela Bilav (Romania), and John & Margaret Lindsey (Ghana). Please remember these families regularly in your prayers.

From the Pastor’s Pen

Early this summer, we will be beginning a series of messages on discipleship. Over the last few years, I have come to realize the great importance of discipleship. There is no work more important than reaching people with the Gospel and then teaching them to follow Jesus Christ. I hope our church will begin to practice disciple-making regularly and intentionally. Please pray for me as I work on these messages, and pray that God would challenge our church in this area.

As a personal note, I want to thank the person(s) responsible for the generous gift made to my family last week. It met a need that you could not have known about. I don’t know who you are, but you do, and so does the Lord. I am constantly amazed at the love and generosity of God’s people!

—Bro. Jared

“[Jesus Christ] gave himself for us,

that he might redeem us from all iniquity,

and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.”

—Titus 2:14

BMAA on “TV”

This week’s annual meeting of the Baptist Missionary Association of America (our national association) in Norman, Oklahoma will be broadcast live on the Internet—for the first time ever. The speakers have a full year to prepare their messages, and the preaching is great. You can watch the preaching and worship services online at http://www.bmalife.com/tv.

· 7pm Monday – Ed Stephenson, BMAA President

· 7pm Tuesday – Scott Attebery, DiscipleGuide Director

· 7pm Wednesday – Dr. John David Smith, Missions Director

Ladies’ Trip: Journey from A-Z

On Saturday, April 27, the district WMA will go for lunch at Grandma’s Kitchen in Winslow and shopping at A-Z in Alma. They will leave from Springdale MBC at 9:15 am and return around 5 pm. The cost is $15, and money should be turned in to Janice Watts by April 3.

Pine Mountain Trip

Our Senior Saints will be traveling to the Pine Mountain Jamboree in Eureka Springs this Thursday, April 25. If you are interested in going, there is a flyer and a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board. See Darrell Barker for additional information.

Gideons Sunday

Next Sunday morning, April 28, we will hear a report from Les Dozier of the Gideons. A special offering will be received for this ministry at the end of the service.

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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April 14, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

“The Dangers of Denying His Deity”

(I John 2:18-25)

Bro. Jared Byrns

I. Teachers who deny the deity of Christ ______________ and spread ________ (I John 2:21-22).

II. Teachers who deny the deity of Christ possess and ______________ the spirit of ____________________ (I John 2:22).

III. Teachers who deny the deity of Christ have no _________________________ with the ____________ (I John 2:23).

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 54 – Pablo & Myriam Muñoz, BMAA missionaries to Chile

Mail Downstairs

In the church office downstairs, there are black mail trays (not blackmail trays) for the ministry leaders who most often get mail here, including the Treasurer, Clerk, Children’s Church leader, AWANA leader, and WMA leader. This is to help Bro. Jared get your mail where it belongs. Please check these mail trays periodically.

Pray for Your Missionaries

As of this month, our church gives direct support to five missionary families: François Norcilus (Haiti), Brad & Penny Gathright (Honduras), Jesse & Rebecca Hales (Dominican Republic), Bogdan & Daniela Bilav (Romania), and John & Margaret Lindsey (Ghana). Please remember these families regularly in your prayers.

“[Jesus Christ] gave himself for us,

that he might redeem us from all iniquity,

and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.”

—Titus 2:14

A Thank You from Bro. Phil

“Dear people, may I take this means to thank each of you for the birthday cards, phone calls and personal messages on my birthday. Thanks also to those who were able to visit our home for my 80^th Birthday Celebration. It is great to have Christian friends like each of you. God Bless You!”

—Phil Misenheimer.

Ladies’ Trip: Journey from A-Z

On Saturday, April 27, the district WMA will go for lunch at Grandma’s Kitchen in Winslow and shopping at A-Z in Alma. They will leave from Springdale MBC at 9:15 am and return around 5 pm. The cost is $15, and money should be turned in to Janice Watts by April 3.

From the Pastor’s Pen

Our men met yesterday for breakfast, to pray and discuss ministry. I am thankful for God leading Ed Jordan to start what I believe will be an important ministry for our church and our community. And I’m thankful for all the men who came. We discussed mentoring/discipleship, and God’s command, “Feed the flock of God which is among you […]” (I Peter 5:2).

Making disciples can be messy and time-consuming. It calls us to sacrifice our own time, talents, and treasures to invest in others—so that we can help them grow closer to Christ. And it is a command; it’s not optional, but it is rewarding.

—Bro. Jared

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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April 7, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

“How to Behave Like a Christian”

(I Peter 4:1-11)

Bro. Jared Byrns

I. If we __________, our ____________ should reflect the ________ of God (I Peter 4:11).

II. If we ______, our ______________ should demonstrate the __________ of God (I Peter 4:11).

III. If we ________, our __________ should promote the __________ of God (I Peter 4:11).

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 47 – Eric & Britteny Lingle, BMAA missionaries to Thailand

From the Pastor’s Pen

Wasn’t it wonderful to have so many people here last week for Easter? A number of people told me that they were here because a friend invited them. Some said that their friend had invited them many times. Have you invited someone to church recently? If so, invite them again.

If not, don’t just lament that there aren’t enough people here—invite someone. They won’t just hear the greatest news in history (the Gospel) on Easter, but every week.

—Bro. Jared

“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5).

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

—Colossians 3:16

Senior Saints Fellowship

The Senior Saints’ April meeting will be this Tuesday, April 9. At 11am, Bro. Jared will bring a presentation answering the question, “Were the disciples trustworthy?” A potluck lunch will be served at noon. Everyone is welcome.

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

Our men will be meeting this Saturday, April 13 at 8:30 am. We will pray, eat breakfast, hear a devotional, and discuss plans for future ministry. See Ed Jordan for more details.

Ladies’ Trip: Journey from A-Z

On Saturday, April 27, the district WMA will go for lunch at Grandma’s Kitchen in Winslow and shopping at A-Z in Alma. They will leave from Springdale MBC at 9:15 am and return around 5 pm. The cost is $15, and money should be turned in to Janice Watts by April 3.

The Right Way to Confess

“In the Old Testament men were to come to God with an offering and confess that they had sinned in that thing. This implies definiteness in confession. I am afraid many of us really never get to God in confession because we are so indefinite. Somebody prays and says, ‘If Thou hast seen any sin, anything amiss in me, forgive me.’ Hold on a minute! Is there anything amiss; do you know of anything amiss? The proper way to make confession is to come to God acknowledging the wrong I have done.”

—Harry A. Ironside

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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March 31, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

Because of limited space, a list of Scripture references for this morning’s message is provided on the back of the bulletin insert.

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 40 – Jerry & Sue Kidd, Director of Member Care for the BMAA Department of Missions

From the Pastor’s Pen

The Resurrection is the most important fact of history. By rising from the dead, Jesus proved His power to forgive sins and give eternal life. There have been a lot of teachers in this world, who have taught a lot of different doctrines, but only One backed up His claims with an empty tomb! We celebrate this not only on Easter, but every Sunday—and we should celebrate it every day.

—Bro. Jared

A Scientist on the Resurrection

“I believe in the bodily res­urrection of Jesus Christ. As you say, this is a ‘per­sonal matter,’ but I am not ashamed to let the world know what I believe, and that I can intelligently defend my belief […] On the basis of historical evidence of existing biological knowledge, the scientist who is true to the philos­ophy of science can doubt the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ, but he cannot deny it. Because to do so means that he can prove that it did not occur. I can only say that present-day biological science cannot resurrect a body that has been dead and entombed for three days. To deny the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the basis of what biology now knows is to manifest an unscientific attitude accord­ing to my philosophy of the true scientific attitude.”

—A.C. Ivy, MD, PhD

A Birthday Invitation

You are invited to a drop-in reception in celebration of Bro. Phil Misenheimer’s 80^th birthday. It will be this Saturday, April 6 from 2-4 pm at the Misenheimers’ home. See the full invitation on the bulletin board for additional details.

“And if Christ be not raised, your faith is vain; ye are yet in your sins. Then they also which are fallen asleep in Christ are perished. If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable.”

—I Corinthians 15:17-19

Lunch and Fellowship

Anyone unable to spend Easter with family is invited to share lunch with Bro. Jared and his family downstairs in the Fellowship Hall after this morning’s service.

“Christ Jesus Lives!”

Thank you, Bro. Ed Jordan and all the members of the Eastside Choir, for your dedication in preparing this morning’s musical presentation, “Christ Jesus Lives!” Your ministry is greatly appreciated.

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

Our men will be meeting Saturday, April 13 at 8:30. We will pray, eat breakfast, hear a devotional, and discuss plans for future ministry. See Ed Jordan for more details

Ladies’ Trip: Journey from A-Z

On Saturday, April 27, the district WMA will go for lunch at Grandma’s Kitchen in Winslow and shopping at A-Z in Alma. They will leave from Springdale MBC at 9:15 am and return around 5 pm. The cost is $15, and money should be turned in to Janice Watts by April 3.

Praise Night

Our 5^th Sunday Praise Service will be tonight at 6 pm. Please sign up at the table in the entry way if you have a song, devotional, or testimony to share.

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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March 24, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

“The Fickle Crowd Follows Christ?”

(Mark 11:1-11; 15:1-15)

Bro. Jared

I. The fickle crowd follows Christ for the ________________ (Mark 11:9-10).

II. The fickle crowd follows Christ for the ____________________ (Mark 11:9-10).

III. The fickle crowd follows Christ until He ____________ their ________________________ (Mark 15:13-14).

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 33 – Dr. Ralph & Judy Izard, Director of Baptist Medical Missions International

From the Pastor’s Pen

Thank you to everyone who came to Benjamin’s party Friday. It is good to be surrounded by a loving church family!

Just as I put his party invitation in last week’s bulletin, I want to share another invitation with you. Kristian and I would like to invite to lunch anyone in the church who doesn’t have Easter plans with family. We plan to grill hot dogs—bring your favorite chips, side dish, or dessert, and we’ll enjoy the afternoon together.

—Bro. Jared

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

Our men will be meeting Saturday, April 13 at 8:30. We will pray, eat breakfast, hear a devotional, and discuss plans for future ministry. See Ed Jordan for more details

“Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.”

—Matthew 16:24-25

AWANA Missionary Visiting

During the service this morning, we will hear a report from Rusty Menke, AWANA missionary for the state of Arkansas. Pray for his ministry, and our AWANA group here.

Easter Egg Hunt

Thank you to everyone who volunteered yesterday at the Easter egg hunt, and to everyone who donated candy and supplies. In spite of the bad weather, we hosted at least 65 children and parents (not counting our workers). In addition, several took Gospel tracts and fliers about our church. Pray that the Lord will use this effort to open doors for further ministry to families in our community.

Upcoming Choir Schedule

Choir members, there are only two rehearsals left before our Easter presentation. Please make every effort to be there.

· Sunday, March 24 – 4:30 pm

· Saturday, March 30 – 3:00 pm

Ladies’ Trip: Journey from A-Z

On Saturday, April 27, the district WMA will go for lunch at Grandma’s Kitchen in Winslow and shopping at A-Z in Alma. They will leave from Springdale MBC at 9:15 am and return around 5 pm. The cost is $15, and money should be turned in to Janice Watts by April 3.

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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March 17, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

“Weeping before Reaping”

(Psalm 126:4-6; I Corinthians 3:3-11)

Bro. Jared

I. We should prepare to share by ______________ over the ______________________________ of sin (II Corinthians 7:10-11).

II. We should prepare to share by ______________ over the ________ condition of our fellow man (Romans 9:1-3).

III. We should prepare to share by __________________ God to work and prepare a ______________ (I Corinthians 3:7).

Missions Prayer Calendar for Today

Pg. 26 – Jesse & Maria Garrido, missionaries to the Hispanic population in the Los Angeles area.

From the Pastor’s Pen

I forgot to put this in the bulletin last week (imagine that!), so I know it’s last minute. But we want to invite the church to a 2^nd birthday party for Benjamin. It will be in the Fellowship Hall this Friday night, March 22 at 6:30. It will help with plans if you’ll RSVP to (479) 530-8830, but you’re welcome to come even if you don’t. No gifts are necessary; we hope you’ll come and help us celebrate!

—Bro. Jared

Were the Gospels written by eyewitnesses?

If you are interested in evidence for the Gospels, a video of Bro. Jared’s presentation from last Tuesday’s Senior Saints meeting is available online at http://youtu.be/hFTVxy5Qv_0.

“We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is meet, because that your faith groweth exceedingly, and the charity of every one of you all toward each other aboundeth.”

—II Thessalonians 1:3

Missionary Visit Tonight

Bro. John Lindsey, BMAA missionary to Ghana in West Africa will be with us tonight at 6:00 pm to share what the Lord is doing in that part of the world. Please plan to come back tonight for his presentation.

Community Easter Egg Hunt

We will be hosting an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 23 from 12-2 pm. If you could donate candy for the kids, please put it in the kitchen. There will be eggs, candy, hot dogs, and a drawing for the parents. It will be open to the public—please invite your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, or anyone else you can find!

Also, we need at least 20 adult volunteers to help out. Please sign up on the bulletin board.

Volunteers, please be in the kitchen that day at 11:15 for a prayer meeting.

Upcoming Choir Schedule

In preparation for the special music on Easter Sunday, the choir has scheduled some extra rehearsal time.

· Sunday, March 17 – 4:30 pm

· Sunday, March 24 – 4:30 pm

· Sunday, March 30 – 3:00 pm

Please submit bulletin announcements in writing by Thursday at 5 pm.

Eastside Missionary Baptist Church

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March 10, 2013

Sunday Morning Sermon Notes

“Our Calling to Preach”

(I Corinthians 1:21-31)

Bro. Jared

I. Our calling to preach Christ does not depend on how __________ we are (I Corinthians 1:26).

II. Our calling to preach Christ does not depend on how ______________ we are (I Corinthians 1:26).

III. Our calling to preach Christ does not depend on how ______________________ we are (I Corinthians 1:26).

Prayer Calendar

In your prayer calendars, today is pg. 19. Pray for the Cox family, missionaries in east Texas.

From the Pastor’s Pen

Paul told the church at Colosse that he worked hard in prayer for them so that they could “stand perfect and complete in all the will of God” (Colossians 4:12). Many of you work very hard in the church, but regardless of the work we do, if we don’t work hard in prayer for one another, the work is half done.

Let this be a reminder to each of us, pray, pray, pray, for one another and for our church on a daily basis. It is our job to lift each other up; if we don’t, we’re not doing our job.

—Bro. Jared

Senior Saints Gathering

The Senior Saints will meet this Tuesday, March 12 in the Fellowship Hall. The program at 11 am will be a presentation by Bro. Jared about how we can know that the Gospels are real, eyewitness accounts of Jesus’ life. A potluck lunch will be served at noon.

“Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently.”

—I Peter 1:22

Community Easter Egg Hunt

We will be hosting an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 23 from 12-2 pm. If you could donate candy for the kids, please put it in the kitchen. There will be eggs, candy, hot dogs, and a drawing for the parents. It will be open to the public—please invite your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, or anyone else you can find!

Also, we need at least 20 adult volunteers to help out. Please sign up on the bulletin board.

They Claim to Speak for God

“Most North American believers are wonderfully and prayerfully sympathetic to the plight of fellow Christians who are undergoing terrible persecutions for their faith in foreign lands, yet too few have a real concern for fellow believers here in the West who are being spiritually seduced and whose biblical faith is being critically undermined. The tendency is to write off most false preachers and teachers as religious kooks and to think no more about their captive audience. […]

“If conservative evangelicals think that this drift away from God’s Word is a problem unique to Charismatics, they need to consider their own churches. Is discipleship a significant part of your fellowship? How about apologetics? In your Bible studies, are you actually studying books of the Bible or books by contemporary authors? […]”

—excerpted from They Claim to Speak for God

by T.A. McMahon