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| Volume 7 Issue 44 | "Following Jesus Every Day" (Luke 9:23) | December 2, 2007 |
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Schedule of Services
Sunday Morning: Bible Class ... 9:00 Worship ... 10:00 Sunday Evening: Worship ... 5:30 Tuesday Morning: Ladies B/C ... 10:00 Wed. Evening: Bible Study ... 7:00 Elders Roger Bowman Raymond Davis David May J. C. McMinn Bob Stiger
Deacons
Staff
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What Pleases the Lord
By Glen Knabe
Throughout the history of the world, civilizations have sought a higher power. They have observed the different aspects of the world and have come to the conclusion that there is a higher power to seek. This sense of looking for one greater than ourselves to worship was placed in us by God Himself. (Acts 17:26-27) One grave error occurred in man’s search to fulfill this longing inside of him and thus ensure his own happiness. Somewhere along the line man developed the concept that he had to perform certain acts or be able to contribute certain qualities in order to be pleasing to those he worshipped. This is seen in every world religion today, except Christianity. This means that I have to earn my salvation, or that my worth and
importance in the god’s eyes are based on how many and what kind of good works I have done.
What a miserable way to live! For no matter what I did, I would always wonder, did I do enough? Praise God for letting us know what pleases Him and praise Him that it has nothing to do with my abilities. Psalm 147:10-11 reads,
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Welcome
Welcome to the Holden Avenue Church
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Sympathy
Our sympathy is extended
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| ... Phone: 870-523-2192 Fax: 870-523-5692 Website: www.holdenavecofc.com | ||
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| PRAYER CONCERNS
Our Members Continuous Prayer Concerns: Tressie Allen, Lola Baker, Iwanna Campbell, Patrick Cox, Orvill & Wilma Dossett, Dean Fortenberry, Muggs Goodman, Dorothy Leland, Itha Lewis, Elsie Ridgeway, Alton Mathis, Louise Ragsdale, Theda Smith, Lois Sutherland, Asellee Tims, Vada Waddill, Ruby Walker, Don Burgess, Brenda Jones. Friends & Family Continuous Prayer Concerns: Mitchell Baker, Melvin Block, Sherry Bradley, Richard Brasfield, Candi Breckenridge Christie, Leta Cox, Virginia Doyle, Mike Driver, Rae Dee Eddington, Suzie Ford, Ruby Haley, Todd Holt, Laverne Long, Spencer Long, Eilene Madden, Barbara May, Ruth & Lonnie Moxley, Kim Sheppard, Betty Shirley, Gene & Wanda Simmons, Harold Sutherland, Offie Thornton, Pat Turner, Ed Yarbrough. October Prayer Requests: Nora Bell Stallions, Lois Sutherland, Jerry Sharp family, Joyce Killian, Mary Henley, Tom Joplin, Justin Honey, Daniel Luke, Nicholas Page, Brenda Jones, Glenda Glidewell, Gene Moss, Robert Manning, Jan Davis, Diane Tate, Linda Fields, Mike, Beth, Emily & Catherine Stiger, Sandra Sullins. November Prayer Requests: Alison Tubbs, Amy Rutledge, Laverne Howard, Ava Lee Birdsong, Tom Joplin, Cara Lowery, Lois Carrick, Paul Eddington, Doris Manning, Harriet Lane, Adam Griffin, Brandon Hodges, Reeda Hodges, GDX employees, Isabella Delcase, Rita Roach, Jan Davis, Richard Kimery, Bernice Guffey, Ailene Moon, Joyce Bullard. Military: Amy & Adrian Knights, Isaac Abell, Larry Motts, Joshua Liles, James Vansandt, Tyler D Reece, Vaughn Williams, Bryon Weatherman, Gerald Sykes, Michael Sykes. Please call the office for any updates to the prayer list. |
NURSING HOME SERVICES
12-09-07 - Newport Healthcare @ 3:30pm 12-19-07 - Lindley Healthcare @ 10:30am
Anniversaries
Second Sunday Singing
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Information & Insights
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A Cappella Angels
The A Cappella Angels will be singing at the 55 Alive Christmas party December 8th. December 9th the girls will be singing at both nursing homes. If you have a loved one in either home, let Ms. Rita know and they will stop in and visit them. | |
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55 Alive
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Acts of Worship "A Word from Ryan"
Praying is another act of worship arising from our desire to express praise, petitions and penitence to God. The focus is to praise God and to make petitions for ourselves and others. We stand in awe that God, who numbers the hairs on our head and realizes every sparrow that falls, hears and answers our prayers.
Fifth, listening to the Word of God is an act of worship. This language is received, not as the words of men, but as it is in truth, the Word of God (1 Thessalonians 2:13). We listen in awe and humble submission for it is the Lord who speaks. ~Jimmy Jividen | |
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Youth News
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Tuesday Morning Ladies Bible Class
The Tuesday Morning Ladies Bible Class has a busy day planned for Tuesday, December 4th. |
Special Collection
The youth group will be at the exit doors next Sunday (Dec 9) to collect money to buy presents for less fortunate children.
Family Fun Night
will be Sunday (Dec 9) after evening services. Bring a finger food to share and come prepared to have fun!! Drinks will be provided. |
Ladies Christmas Party
The annual Ladies Christmas Party will be Monday, Dec.10th, starting at 6pm.
Bring a gift to exchange ($10 limit) and your favorite finger food. Join us for an evening of fun, fellowship and games! |
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| Sunday Morning, Month of December Announcements: Roger Bowman Communion Thoughts: David May Table: Jack Austin, Clay Malone, Melvin Loftin Mitch Reid, Jeff Rutledge, Dustin McGee
Bus Driver: James Yarbrough |
Our Book of Numbers
November 25, 2007 Morning Worship:xxxxxxxxll238 |
| Sunday Morning, December 2 Closing Prayer: Linsel Hutson Communion to Shut-Ins: Larry Kesselring & James McCartney Greeters: Front: Charles & Catherine Burrow Front: Brett & Nikki Nicholson East: Oneida Chapman & Betty Fisher West: Cathy Harris & Barbara Halley
Sunday Evening, December 2
Wednesday Evening, December 5 |
Sunday Morning, December 9 Closing Prayer: John Clark Communion to Shut-Ins: Tommy Lewis & Nate Watson Greeters: Front: Ruth White & Lucille Shannon Front: O. L. & Betty Riley East: Franchelle Harrell & Fayon Churchman West: Joe & Judy Rennicke
Sunday Evening, December 9
Wednesday Evening, December 12 |
| Rejoice in the Lord always. Phil. 4:4 | |
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Order of Worship
November 25, 2007
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRAYER
COMMUNION/GIVING
SCRIPTURE READING
SERMON
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“His pleasure is not in the strength of the horse, nor His delight in the legs of a man; the Lord delights in the those who fear Him, who put their hope in His unfailing love.” That’s the key to my salvation and my happiness, “His unfailing Love!” To please God is to put my hope in Him and in His love, not my own. My happiness as a man stems from my finding the one true higher power that created us all and worshipping Him and being found in a pleasing relationship with Him. That depends completely on what He has done and has absolutely nothing to do with what I have done. “And so we know and rely on the love God has for us.” (I John 4:16)
Birthdays
Next Sunday evening starting at 5:30pm will be our Second Sunday Singing Service!!
The 55 alive Christmas party will be December 8th starting at 6pm. Sign up sheets to bring food are at each exit. Entertainment will provided by the A Cappella Angels.
Singing is an act of worship arising from our spirit's desire to praise God and edify others. The songs give honor and glory to God. His presence is so awesome that, like the angels in heaven, we sing to praise His glory.
The Lord's Supper is a third act of worship arising from our spirit. In it we commune with Christ and His church. It is awesome to realize that we are in the presence of the loving Savior and are remembering His death on the cross. It is a time of holy and hushed communion with our risen Lord who will someday be our Judge.
Giving is a fourth act of worship arising from our spirit. The Christians in Macedonia gave generously because they "first gave themselves to the Lord" (2 Corinthians 8:5). Gratitude, humility and love flow together to find expression in the gifts we give to Him who made and sustains all things as they are.
After class they will be preparing Care Packages for our troops and will also have a potluck. Care packages are being mailed early so they will be received before Christmas. A list of needed items is on the bulletin board and postage money can be given to Rovene or Beverly.
Some children not have Christmas gifts this year without your help!! Any donation you give will be appreciated!!
