FBC Carthage E-News
January 21, 2014
Good Morning!
Many are enjoying a day
off from school and work today in honor and memory of Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr. We remember his vision and dream of
a united nation no longer divided by racial lines. He had a dream of freedom to all Americans
regardless of their ethnic differences.
Let us remember that equality first began in the person of Jesus Christ
who came to die for the sins of every man, woman, boy, and girl. Jesus loves and offers salvation to “red and
yellow, black and white; they are precious in His sight.” May we as Christians be known as those who
love one another regardless of racial, ethnic, economic, or social
differences. I am always reminded of the
passage in Ephesians 4:32 that says, “And be kind to one
another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave
you.”
I have
heard great and exciting reports for the Passion Conference attended this past
weekend by Jeff and five of our college students. I am glad they had the opportunity to be a
part of the conference and to attend North Point Church with Andy Stanley on
Sunday. The dates for Passion Conference
2015 are already on the church calendar for January 2-4. I hope even more of our students will attend.
Yesterday
we focused on the obedience of Noah and the world-wide flood. I am thankful that he was obedient to God
even when his understanding was limited, the task was overwhelming, and the way
was lonely. The human race exists
because he said, “Yes, Lord.” We
mentioned a motion picture called “Noah” which will be released later this
Spring, however, after deeper investigation it was discovered that the biblical
accuracy of the movie is greatly to be questioned. It is disappointing when a biblical story is
twisted by the motion picture industry.
Here is a review from Ken Hamm, speaker and President of Answers in
Genesis Ministries:
http://blogs.answersingenesis.org/blogs/ken-ham/2013/11/19/dont-be-taken-in-by-the-noah-movies-promotion/
Answers
in Genesis is one of many Christian ministries that help share the message of Creation
and its importance in understanding the questions of life. One good resource they offer is a series of
articles that cover a wide range of questions people raise about Creation, the
Flood, and other matters in Genesis.
Check it out at http://www.answersingenesis.org/get-answers/daily-articles.
Have a
blessed week as you trust and obey the Lord, Jesus Christ,
Bro. Tim
Here’s
the news for the week:
1.
This Sunday, January 26 will be
the day to bring your baby bottles filled with coins, cash, and checks for the
Pregnancy Help Center of Smith County.
Through this month we have focused on the Sanctity of Human Life and
this Sunday is an opportunity to make a financial investment in life through
one of our partner ministries. If you
write a check, make it out to First Baptist Church and we will send the center
one check after we count and sort the offering.2. All Youth, grades 7-12, are reminded of open gym night on Thursday nights at 5:00 PM. Invite your friends and join us for basketball, volleyball, and games in the Christian Life Center.
3. Sign-up sheets for the Couple’s Dinner scheduled for Friday, February 14 will be available in the Connection Point and the adult Sunday School classes this Sunday. The cost for the dinner and program will be $20 per couple on the night of the dinner. The evening will be a great time of fun, delicious food, and focusing on the importance of our relationship as husband and wife in marriage. . Child-care will be provided so please note your specific child-care needs as you sign-up.
4. “We Love Smith County Day” will be held on Saturday, February 8. Our men will meet at 7AM for breakfast and the program followed by the projects of “We Love Smith County Day” at 8:15 AM. Everyone is urged to join in this morning of service to the people of our community. If you have projects or know of persons with projects that need assistance, contact Bro. Tim at 735-1929.
5. A Family Ski Trip is being planned for March 7-9 and sign-ups are needed by this Sunday, January 26. Forms are available in the Connection Point, the front foyer, and by seeing Bro. Jeff Hall. Contact Bro. Jeff if you have questions or need more information on this trip.
6. A new ministry called “Grief Share” will begin on Tuesday night, February 18 from 6:00-7:30 PM at the Chamber of Commerce. FBC Carthage will partner together with Bass and Sanderson Funeral Homes in offering this Christian-based grief ministry to the community. There will be 13 sessions led by Bro. Tim Frank addressing the specific issues and needs of those experiencing the grief of the loss of loved ones. The sessions are open to everyone and a workbook will be available for all sessions for a cost of $15. Help spread the word to those you know who have lost a loved one this past year. For more information on Grief Share including the topics to be discussed go to: http://www.griefshare.org/about
7. Watch this video entitled “Noah’s Ark: Thinking Outside the Box” for one additional word on Noah and the Flood: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpFR1O2Q7-Y
