Can you believe that summer is past and autumn is now upon us? Tuesday, September 22nd, was the first day of autumn. Before you know it, we’ll be celebrating Thanksgiving (Only 9 weeks away!). I do love the fall…falling leaves, cooler weather, geese in the sky, animals preparing for their winter nap. The changing of the seasons reminds us of the wonderful promises and provisions of God.
Our Sunday morning lesson series, “100%,” is drawing to a close. We will have our final lesson this Sunday. We have been challenged to give our all, 100% to faithful attendance, to give our all, 100% to daily Bible study, and to give our all, 100% to unity and cooperation. Our final lesson challenges us to give our all, 100% to believing, truly believing in God day in and day out, in good times and in bad times, through youth into maturity, when we are healthy and when we are sick, in the “curves” of life and when life is as smooth as silk, believing, trusting and obeying God even in the face of death. The Bible was written so that we would believe (John 20:30-31). Paul said that the “invisible attributes” of God can be “clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead…”(Romans 1:20). We must not be deceived. God is and He is the rewarder of those who diligently seek Him (Hebrews 11:6). Believe it. Trust Him. Obey Him.
Our Sunday evening series, “1st Century Success in the 21st Century,” continues this week. We are looking at the church of Christ in the first century to see how they thought, spoke, and lived to have such dynamic growth. They were not ashamed of Christ. They continued steadfastly in the apostle’s doctrine, in fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. They adding and abounded in faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. They were tough, not easily discouraged.
This Sunday evening, we will find that they were focused. They knew their purpose. They understood their purpose. They focused on their purpose. Do we know our purpose? Do we understand it? Are we focused? If you would like to read ahead, read Matthew 28:18-20.
A SPECIAL NOTE TO EVERY MEMBER AT ST. ANDREWS ROAD: We will have a very special “business meeting” this Sunday morning immediately following our assembly together so that our elders can share with us the plans for the renovation to our facilities. Following the dismissal prayer, we will break for a few minutes to greet our guests then return to the auditorium for the meeting. Please make a special effort to be present at this meeting. Our elders will give us valuable information as to the company that will be doing the work, the approximate cost of the project, the approximate time of construction, as well as the reorganization of our Bible classes. Thank you so much for your prayers, for your support, and for your patience as we grow into the 21st century. God is so good to us.
Our Ladies’ Day 2009 is only three weeks away scheduled for Saturday, October 17th. The theme for the day is “Lord, Teach Us to Pray.” Our special guest speaker is Casandra Martin from Texas. Ladies: Please invite your family, friends, and neighbors to come and be a part of the very special time of study and fellowship.
This Sunday Cindi and I will celebrate 30 years of marriage. Really! We are truly blessed. Through all the changes and challenges of life our steadfast hope will forever rest in Jesus Christ, in His kingdom and in His righteousness.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
We have so many marvelous events coming up at St. Andrews Road.
Our monthly Men’s and Preachers’ Meeting is scheduled for this coming Tuesday, September 22nd, at 10:00 a.m., in the Fellowship Hall. Brother Terry Gunnels from Barnwell will be leading our discussion. This meeting is usually held every 3rd Tuesday in the month. October’s meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, the 20th.
Our Ladies’ Day is scheduled for Saturday, October 17th. Casandra Martin from Spring, Texas, will be our special guest speaker to the ladies. Our theme this year is “Lord, Teach Us To Pray.” Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Lunch will be served by the men of the congregation. Of course, this is a “Ladies Only” event. Can you believe that our Ladies’ Day is only four weeks away?
The renovation to our facilities will begin very soon. The architectural plans have been completed. We already have one bid. Two additional bids will be in any day. Construction can begin as soon as the right company has been awarded the project. Please pray for our elders and those who will be involved in our renovation project. Let us be thankful to God for His providence! Our brothers and sisters of the past sacrificed much to give us the beautiful facilities we have today. We now have the distinct privilege to show our appreciation for their sacrifices by following their example of faith, hope, and love.
Our Sunday morning series “100%” will continue this Sunday with a lesson on cooperation and unity. What if every member of the church at St. Andrews Road decided to do their very best, to give 100% to cooperation and to the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace? God desires that we be together in every aspect of life…worship, work, prayer, suffering, rejoicing, life, and the resurrection. Our subject is entitled “100% Cooperation and Unity.” The Lord tells us that the church is the body of Christ (Romans 12; I Corinthians 12). We are individual parts united by love working together as one.
On Sunday evening at SAR, we are looking at “1st Century Success in the 21st Century.” The first century church grew and prospered even in the midst of terrible hardship and persecution. How did they do it? The first century church of Christ was not ashamed of Christ (Romans 1:16). Are we? The church continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine (teaching), in fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayer (Acts 2:42). Do we? The first century church added and abounded in the Christian Graces (II Peter 1:5-10). Are we? The church loved one another (John 13:34-35). Do we?
This Sunday evening we will look again at the first century church of Christ, their thoughts, words, and actions. In such a dismal time, a time of ignorance, poverty, suffering, and persecution, we find that the church of Christ was not easily discouraged. They focused their lives on God. If you would like to read ahead, read II Corinthians 4.
Just a note about our Parent Rally last Saturday: Thank you to our brother Allen Hutchinson and our eldership for seeing the need for such a dynamic program for our parents and our youth. The program on internet safety was outstanding. The speakers were dynamic and knowledgeable. The internet is a valuable tool. It can also become a snare. We must be vigilant in our Christian life to stay on the path that leads to heaven.
I look forward to our worship and fellowship together on Sunday, Sunday evening, and on Wednesday evening. Let us commit ourselves to Christ, 100%!
Our monthly Men’s and Preachers’ Meeting is scheduled for this coming Tuesday, September 22nd, at 10:00 a.m., in the Fellowship Hall. Brother Terry Gunnels from Barnwell will be leading our discussion. This meeting is usually held every 3rd Tuesday in the month. October’s meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, the 20th.
Our Ladies’ Day is scheduled for Saturday, October 17th. Casandra Martin from Spring, Texas, will be our special guest speaker to the ladies. Our theme this year is “Lord, Teach Us To Pray.” Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Lunch will be served by the men of the congregation. Of course, this is a “Ladies Only” event. Can you believe that our Ladies’ Day is only four weeks away?
The renovation to our facilities will begin very soon. The architectural plans have been completed. We already have one bid. Two additional bids will be in any day. Construction can begin as soon as the right company has been awarded the project. Please pray for our elders and those who will be involved in our renovation project. Let us be thankful to God for His providence! Our brothers and sisters of the past sacrificed much to give us the beautiful facilities we have today. We now have the distinct privilege to show our appreciation for their sacrifices by following their example of faith, hope, and love.
Our Sunday morning series “100%” will continue this Sunday with a lesson on cooperation and unity. What if every member of the church at St. Andrews Road decided to do their very best, to give 100% to cooperation and to the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace? God desires that we be together in every aspect of life…worship, work, prayer, suffering, rejoicing, life, and the resurrection. Our subject is entitled “100% Cooperation and Unity.” The Lord tells us that the church is the body of Christ (Romans 12; I Corinthians 12). We are individual parts united by love working together as one.
On Sunday evening at SAR, we are looking at “1st Century Success in the 21st Century.” The first century church grew and prospered even in the midst of terrible hardship and persecution. How did they do it? The first century church of Christ was not ashamed of Christ (Romans 1:16). Are we? The church continued steadfastly in the apostles doctrine (teaching), in fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayer (Acts 2:42). Do we? The first century church added and abounded in the Christian Graces (II Peter 1:5-10). Are we? The church loved one another (John 13:34-35). Do we?
This Sunday evening we will look again at the first century church of Christ, their thoughts, words, and actions. In such a dismal time, a time of ignorance, poverty, suffering, and persecution, we find that the church of Christ was not easily discouraged. They focused their lives on God. If you would like to read ahead, read II Corinthians 4.
Just a note about our Parent Rally last Saturday: Thank you to our brother Allen Hutchinson and our eldership for seeing the need for such a dynamic program for our parents and our youth. The program on internet safety was outstanding. The speakers were dynamic and knowledgeable. The internet is a valuable tool. It can also become a snare. We must be vigilant in our Christian life to stay on the path that leads to heaven.
I look forward to our worship and fellowship together on Sunday, Sunday evening, and on Wednesday evening. Let us commit ourselves to Christ, 100%!
Thursday, September 10, 2009
This Saturday, September 12th, we are hosting a very important Parent Rally designed especially for parents and grandparents on the subject of internet safety. Take a look at the questions below and ask yourself, “Am I as informed as I need to be?”
Is your child a Christian online?
Is your child in a “technical” relationship?
If so, does that person know where your child or grandchild lives?
What pictures does your child or grandchild download?
Is your child or grandchild being cyber-bullied?
Could your child or grandchild be a “friend” to a sexual predator?
Do you know ASL, POS, BOLO, CD9, or KPC?
The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. and continue until 11:30 a.m. or so. Special speakers from SLED and RCSD (Richland County Sheriff Department) will be with us for this very special presentation and meeting. There is no cost for the program. Register for the program at 772-0102 if you can.
The plans for the renovation of our classrooms, offices, and kitchen and the updates to our auditorium and restrooms are proceeding according to schedule. Proper preparation is vital to the success and cost effectiveness of our renovations. Patience is a virtue. Please be in prayer for our elders and those who are involved in the many aspects of our renovation project.
Our Sunday morning series is entitled “100%.” Last week, we focused on 100% Attendance. When a Christian chooses to be away from the assemblies of the church, that Christian simply does not understand the purpose, the necessity, and the value of our meeting together. Let us lift up our eyes to look at the purpose of our coming together for worship and fellowship. Let us climb up higher to see the necessity of our meetings together. Let us launch out further to understand that our meetings together produce a greater faith in God and a greater love for one another.
This Sunday we will look at “100% Bible Study.” Do you have a weak faith? Are you bored with your Christianity? Has temptation overtaken you? Are you discouraged? Did you know that the prescription for your problem is found in God’s word, the Bible?
What was it that empowered Jesus to overcome temptation? Read ahead in Matthew 4:1-11 to see. What does a human being need to grow? What does a Christian need to grow? Read I Peter 2:1-1-3 and Hebrews 5:12-14. The study of God’s word enables every Christian to know the difference between truth and error. Read II Timothy 3 to learn about the “perilous times” in these “last days” and how our God’s word makes us “complete, thoroughly equipped from every good work.”
On Sunday evening we will take another look at the first century church of Christ, how they thought, spoke, and lived. They were not ashamed of Christ. They continued steadfastly in the apostle’s doctrine, fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayer. They adding and abounded in faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. This Sunday evening we will look at just how much they loved God first and one another as Christ loved. Jesus said, “By this shall all men know that you are My disciples…” (John 13:34-35). Paul said that “the greatest of these is…” (I Corinthians 13:13). We can have 1st Century Success in the 21st Century when we apply these principles to our lives individually and collectively.
We began a new adult Bible study on Wednesday evening at 7:00 in the auditorium. We are studying through Paul’s letters to the Corinthians. Please come and be a part of this special Bible study. I look forward to seeing you for worship, study, and fellowship on Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and Wednesday evening. Come grow with us.
Is your child a Christian online?
Is your child in a “technical” relationship?
If so, does that person know where your child or grandchild lives?
What pictures does your child or grandchild download?
Is your child or grandchild being cyber-bullied?
Could your child or grandchild be a “friend” to a sexual predator?
Do you know ASL, POS, BOLO, CD9, or KPC?
The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. and continue until 11:30 a.m. or so. Special speakers from SLED and RCSD (Richland County Sheriff Department) will be with us for this very special presentation and meeting. There is no cost for the program. Register for the program at 772-0102 if you can.
The plans for the renovation of our classrooms, offices, and kitchen and the updates to our auditorium and restrooms are proceeding according to schedule. Proper preparation is vital to the success and cost effectiveness of our renovations. Patience is a virtue. Please be in prayer for our elders and those who are involved in the many aspects of our renovation project.
Our Sunday morning series is entitled “100%.” Last week, we focused on 100% Attendance. When a Christian chooses to be away from the assemblies of the church, that Christian simply does not understand the purpose, the necessity, and the value of our meeting together. Let us lift up our eyes to look at the purpose of our coming together for worship and fellowship. Let us climb up higher to see the necessity of our meetings together. Let us launch out further to understand that our meetings together produce a greater faith in God and a greater love for one another.
This Sunday we will look at “100% Bible Study.” Do you have a weak faith? Are you bored with your Christianity? Has temptation overtaken you? Are you discouraged? Did you know that the prescription for your problem is found in God’s word, the Bible?
What was it that empowered Jesus to overcome temptation? Read ahead in Matthew 4:1-11 to see. What does a human being need to grow? What does a Christian need to grow? Read I Peter 2:1-1-3 and Hebrews 5:12-14. The study of God’s word enables every Christian to know the difference between truth and error. Read II Timothy 3 to learn about the “perilous times” in these “last days” and how our God’s word makes us “complete, thoroughly equipped from every good work.”
On Sunday evening we will take another look at the first century church of Christ, how they thought, spoke, and lived. They were not ashamed of Christ. They continued steadfastly in the apostle’s doctrine, fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayer. They adding and abounded in faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. This Sunday evening we will look at just how much they loved God first and one another as Christ loved. Jesus said, “By this shall all men know that you are My disciples…” (John 13:34-35). Paul said that “the greatest of these is…” (I Corinthians 13:13). We can have 1st Century Success in the 21st Century when we apply these principles to our lives individually and collectively.
We began a new adult Bible study on Wednesday evening at 7:00 in the auditorium. We are studying through Paul’s letters to the Corinthians. Please come and be a part of this special Bible study. I look forward to seeing you for worship, study, and fellowship on Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and Wednesday evening. Come grow with us.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Last Sunday night was indeed a night to remember. Our young men were prepared, confident, and courageous as they led the congregation in worship. Wyatt Holton and Christian Jenkins read from the Bible. Justin Johnson and Joey Reeves prayed and served around the table. Christian Cromartie closed out the service in prayer. Ben Burleson, Josh Moore, and Allen Hutchinson assisted these young men as advisers and mentors.
Bobby Graves delivered a sermon on “Satan’s Game Plan.” He read from John 10:9-10 about Satan’s plan to steal, kill, and to destroy. He taught us to look at the three aspects of sin: desire, opportunity, and action. He reminded us that Satan’s game plan was a plan for losers.
Kyle Holton followed up with a sermon on “God’s Game Plan.” He read from Matthew 16:18 about Christ establishing His church. He reminded us that the gates of Hades shall not prevail against the Lord’s church. He quoted James 4:7 and said that we must submit to God and put our faith in him just like a football player submits to his coach and has faith in him. We must also resist the devil just like we resist the efforts of an opposing team; when we do, the devil will flee from us. He said that God loves every sinner, but hates sin. He concluded in saying that God’s game plan is a plan for winners.
What a joy it is to see our young men and women growing in the grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God continues to bless us with every spiritual and physical blessing as we put His kingdom and His righteousness first in our daily lives.
This Sunday morning, we will begin a new series of lessons entitled “100%.” Wouldn’t it be great if we had 100% of the membership of the church of Christ at St. Andrews Road present for every assembly? Lesson One – 100% Attendance!
Our aim is to have 100% of the congregation involved in studying the Bible every week. Do you remember the people at Berea in Acts 17:10-11? “They received the word of God with all readiness and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so.” Lesson Two – 100% Bible Study!
It is our aim to have 100% of our brothers and sisters in Christ working together for the cause of Christ in unity and harmony. Ephesians 4 and II Thessalonians 3 teach us about the importance of unity and cooperation in our work for Christ. Lesson Three – 100% Unity and Cooperation!
We will conclude this series with a lesson on heaven. God’s desire is for every person to be saved. In II Peter 3:9 we find that the Lord is longsuffering, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Jesus died so that we could live in heaven with Him. Lesson Four – 100% Saved in Heaven!
Our Sunday night series, “1st Century Success in the 21st Century,” continues. We are looking at the great success of the church of Christ in the first century, how they thought, spoke, and lived, then making application to the church of Christ today.
They were not ashamed of Christ. They were not ashamed of the gospel. They went everywhere preaching the wonderful news of salvation in the name of Jesus. Are we ashamed of Christ, of the gospel? Are we showing and sharing the best news in all the world with those around us?
They continued steadfastly…in the apostle’s doctrine, in fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. Are we continuing steadfast?
This Sunday evening, we will look at II Peter 1:2-11 and ask ourselves, “Are these things in us and abound?” Are we adding to our faith…these “graces”?
Bobby Graves delivered a sermon on “Satan’s Game Plan.” He read from John 10:9-10 about Satan’s plan to steal, kill, and to destroy. He taught us to look at the three aspects of sin: desire, opportunity, and action. He reminded us that Satan’s game plan was a plan for losers.
Kyle Holton followed up with a sermon on “God’s Game Plan.” He read from Matthew 16:18 about Christ establishing His church. He reminded us that the gates of Hades shall not prevail against the Lord’s church. He quoted James 4:7 and said that we must submit to God and put our faith in him just like a football player submits to his coach and has faith in him. We must also resist the devil just like we resist the efforts of an opposing team; when we do, the devil will flee from us. He said that God loves every sinner, but hates sin. He concluded in saying that God’s game plan is a plan for winners.
What a joy it is to see our young men and women growing in the grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God continues to bless us with every spiritual and physical blessing as we put His kingdom and His righteousness first in our daily lives.
This Sunday morning, we will begin a new series of lessons entitled “100%.” Wouldn’t it be great if we had 100% of the membership of the church of Christ at St. Andrews Road present for every assembly? Lesson One – 100% Attendance!
Our aim is to have 100% of the congregation involved in studying the Bible every week. Do you remember the people at Berea in Acts 17:10-11? “They received the word of God with all readiness and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so.” Lesson Two – 100% Bible Study!
It is our aim to have 100% of our brothers and sisters in Christ working together for the cause of Christ in unity and harmony. Ephesians 4 and II Thessalonians 3 teach us about the importance of unity and cooperation in our work for Christ. Lesson Three – 100% Unity and Cooperation!
We will conclude this series with a lesson on heaven. God’s desire is for every person to be saved. In II Peter 3:9 we find that the Lord is longsuffering, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Jesus died so that we could live in heaven with Him. Lesson Four – 100% Saved in Heaven!
Our Sunday night series, “1st Century Success in the 21st Century,” continues. We are looking at the great success of the church of Christ in the first century, how they thought, spoke, and lived, then making application to the church of Christ today.
They were not ashamed of Christ. They were not ashamed of the gospel. They went everywhere preaching the wonderful news of salvation in the name of Jesus. Are we ashamed of Christ, of the gospel? Are we showing and sharing the best news in all the world with those around us?
They continued steadfastly…in the apostle’s doctrine, in fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. Are we continuing steadfast?
This Sunday evening, we will look at II Peter 1:2-11 and ask ourselves, “Are these things in us and abound?” Are we adding to our faith…these “graces”?
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