Deacons
   Guy Dale Adams - Transportation
   Bub Barron - Benevolence
   R. M. Bledsoe - Finance
   John Brownd - Fellowship
   Charles Burrow - Worship
   John Chronister - Worship
   Jimmie Darling - Worship
   George Leland - Fellowship
   Harold Rutledge - Building
   Justin Rutledge - Education

Staff
Pulpit Minister:
Glen Knabe
501-278-5628
glen@holdenavecofc.com
Youth Minister:
Ryan Wilson
870-217-5838
ryan@holdenavecofc.com
ymryan17@yahoo.com
Secretary:
Brenda Stegall
brenda@holdenavecofc.com
Custodian
Goldie Arnold

When Jesus went from town to town teaching the Bible, we are told that people were amazed and astonished and that everyone spoke well of Him. One of the reasons this was so was because He taught as one having authority (Matt. 7:28-29). Another reason this was so was because of His gracious words. Luke 4:22 says, “All spoke well of Him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from His lips.” Another way to put it was that the people were amazed at the “words of grace” that came from His lips.

Throughout the New Testament one finds that Jesus’ words to those who were poor, suffering, abused, mistreated, outcasts, and sinners were indeed words of grace. He came to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10) and so His words were words of redemption and forgiveness. How sweet it must have been to hear those words. How sweet it must be for a sinner today to hear those words, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.”

As Christians, we know that we are disciples and followers of Christ. We are his ambassadors (2 Corinthians 5:20), his representatives. In other words, we are all of Christ that anyone will ever see while on this earth until He returns. Since that is the case, what impression do our words send to those who need compassion. Of words, Solomon said, “Reckless words pierce like a sword...” (Prov. 12:18). “...A kind word cheers him up” (Prov. 12:25) “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger” (Prov. 15:1). “A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in setting of silver” (Prov. 25:11). We use words to communicate to everyone we meet; so, whether child or parent, brother or sister, of family or of Christ, poor, suffering, outcast, or sinner, let the gracious words of Jesus come from our lips as well. “Let your conversation be always full of grace...” (Colossians 4:6).

Welcome to the Holden Avenue Church
of Christ.   We are especially glad that
you are here. We hope you enjoy your time
with us and come back to visit real soon.
It is our hope that you will find your time
here encouraging and beneficial. If you have
any comments, questions, or prayer requests,
please share those with us. We are here to
minister to you and your family.

Our sympathy is extended
to the family of
Joey Smith
Joey was the son of
Shelby Smith.
His funeral was Feb 28th.

Please call the office for any updates to the prayer list.

Birthdays
March 2 - Sandy Skelton
March 3 - Perry Stegall
March 6 - Halley Hall
March 6 - Frankie Gay
March 7 - Billy Hall
March 8 - Gene Grise

Anniversaries
March 6 - Jimmie & Juanita Darling

We are looking for a few good people (men or women) to work in the sound room. No experience is necessary - we will train you to operate the sound system and/or power point! We would like to get a rotation going of just one Sunday per month for each person! Come join the sound room team!! Freddy Gates & Perry Stegall

On February 19, 2008 several proposed routes for a by-pass were presented by the Arkansas State Highway & Transportation Department, including one that goes through the middle of Crowley’s Ridge College. In addition to destroying the beauty of the CRC Campus, dividing the campus would create an unmanageable logistics problem and also create many student safety issues. A copy of the request for our help is displayed on the bulletin board. Please help CRC by signing and mailing the letter inserted in the bulletin. (Be sure to include your address also.)

Obstacles

"A Word from Ryan"

Last week in the Information and Insights, I gave this quote to Brenda: "Don’t tell God how big your obstacles are, tell your obstacles how big God is!"  Folks, that quote is so true.  God knows that we have to face some big obstacles in this life.  Our obstacles may come in different forms.  Your obstacle may come in the form of a temptation or as a physical trial. When I think about someone in the pages of the Bible who faced a big obstacle I think of David.  David was a man who faced a GIANT obstacle (1 Samuel 17).  The thing I like about him is that David didn't back down from his big obstacle, he told his obstacle how big God is.  Folks, no matter what obstacle you face in this life, you can overcome with the Lord's help.  We must put our faith and trust in the Lord and when we do that, we can overcome any obstacle that comes our way.  I like the King James Version's translation of Proverbs 3:5-6 which says, (Verse 5) "Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (Verse 6) In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."  Let's learn to trust God with all of our heart and know with God's help we can overcome any obstacle that Satan throws at us.

I once made a remark about the hidden books of the Bible. It was a lulu, kept people looking so hard for facts and for others it was a real revelation. Some were in a jam especially since the names of the books were not capitalized, but the truth finally struck home to numbers of readers. To others it was a real job. We want it to be a most fascinating few moments for you. Yes, there will be some really easy ones to spot. Others may require judges to help them. I will quickly admit it usually takes a minister to find one of them, and there will be loud lamentations when it is found. A little lady says she brews a cup of tea, so she can concentrate better. See how well you can compete. Relax now for there are really sixteen names of books of the Bible in this story.

4 year old to 4th grade party
will be at Pizza Hut
from 12:30 to 1:30.
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5th & 6th grades will meet at
the church building at 2pm.

Hear the gospel --------- Romans 10:17
Believe the gospel ------ John 3:16
Repent of your sins ----- Luke 13:3
Confess Christ ----------- Matthew 10:32
Be Baptized -------------- Mark 16:16
Live faithfully ------------ Revelation 2:10

Sunday Evening, March 2
Communion:   Junior Hinkle & Alfred Couch
Announcements:   Dustin McGee
Closing Prayer:   J. C. McMinn

Wednesday Evening, March 5
Announcements:   Ryan Wilson
Closing Prayer:   Guy Dale Adams
Devotional:   Roger Bowman

Sunday Evening, March 9
Communion:   Guy Dale Adams & Vernon Smotheman
Announcements:   Mitch Reid
Closing Prayer:   Perry Stegall

Wednesday Evening, March 12
Announcements:   Stan McKee
Closing Prayer:   Alfred Couch
Devotional:   Dustin McGee

One of the next important people was Noah, who was a good guy though one of his kids was kind of a ham. Noah built a large boat and put his family and some animals on it. He asked some other people to join him, but they said they would have to take a rain check.

Morning Worship:xxxxxxxxll260
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Evening Worship:lxxxxxxxxlll130
Evening Bible Hour:lxxxxxxxl18
Children's Home:lxxxxxxxxl$65.90
Contribution:llxxxxxxxxll $5,648.49
Weekly Budget:lxxxxxxll $5,413.15
YTD Budget:lxxxxxxxll +$ 245.28

Don’t forget to set your clocks!!
Daylight savings time begins next Sunday!! You will be late for church (and other things) if you forget!