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THIS WEEK    10/19/25


Praise the Lord we're open for business!
TODAY:

Tad M - Morning Class
Tad M - Speaker

WEDNESDAY: Jon Bratcher - What Does the Bible Say About: The Devil


Paul is doing the announcements and Bill is in charge of the program.

Serving one another is how we help and encourage each other. Please let the Elders know how you can serve.



THIS AND THAT

 

October:

Communion Preparation - Ed & Cindy

Collection Counting - Jack/Sam

 

 

 

 “The more we study the more we learn, the more we learn the more we realize what we don’t know." Jay Graham

 

In Ephesians 3:20, the Bible says that "Our God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think."

In Jeremiah 37:17, an evil king asked a great question. "Is there any word "from the Lord?" Of the all of the questions that are found in the, of some 2000 questions that are found in the Bible outside of the greatest question, "What must I do to be saved?" what an awesome question this is for men and women everywhere to ask. Paul repeated the same sentiment in Romans 4:3, when he said, "What does the Scripture say?" I assure you, this is a very important and an extremely needed question and subject for today. How do we know that? On May, 2017 Gallup research poll revealed this, that only 24% of Americans believe that this book is the literal word of God. Meaning that 24% of us believe this book is from God. It literally means what it says and I must obey it to be right with God. Sometimes I wonder how did the world and how did America get in the shape that it's in today? If only 24% believe this is the literal word of God, that explains a few things.

This is not only a needed subject because of the confusion on this idea, this is such a needed subject because the Christian, if I believe this as a child of God, this is going to give the Christian great confidence in the Bible as the word of God and in His salvation. Here's what's great about having the revelation from God, 1 John 5:13 says, "These things we write to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life and that you may continue to believe in His name." As I put more faith and confidence in the Bible, the more I have confidence in my salvation. The things we're going to talk about today are not hard to understand. Ephesians 3:4 says, "When you read, you can understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ. Do not be ignorant but understand what the will of the Lord is.” As Jesus said in John 8:32 "You can know the truth and the truth will make you free."

As we think about our awesome God and His wonderful revelation to mankind, let's realize that an answer to the question of Jeremiah 37:17. "Is there any word from the Lord?" The word of God, the Bible, gives a resounding yes to that question. The Bible is our awesome revelation from our awesome God. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 the Scripture says, "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work." All Scripture is given by inspiration of God. This book is inspired of God. Inspired doesn't mean great motivation. The Greek word for inspired or inspiration is a compound word of literally two Greek words. It is the Greek word theopneustos. The Greek word for God is theos, God. Then the word pneustos literally is the word for breathe, but it's even more detailed than that. It's the word for exhale. What does it mean when we say the Bible is inspired, theopneustos? God exhaled and on His breath that came out of his mouth are the very words of the Bible. Doesn't that put a beautiful picture on our awesome revelation?

2 Peter 1:19-21 tells us what the force behind even the human scribes writing that with pen and ink work, the Bible says, "Holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit." What was that moving or driving force? The end result of the Bible is the words of the Holy Spirit of our awesome God. Then we think of the words in 1 Corinthians 14:37, the Bible says, "If anyone thinks himself to be a prophet or spiritual, let him acknowledge the things which I write to you, these are the commands of God." This is not man's ideas or thoughts. What some man somewhere wants people to do. This is the very word of God.  

(Ben Bailey writing in the Gospel of Christ)

 


PRAYERS NEEDED:

Cancer

Titus Star G Steve S Tony H Dan G
Kim & Dave R Jack D Barbara N Ed S Brian R
Carol R Wes S Debra B The See sisters Jim G
Kathy T Janel R Marlene B Kathy T  
Other Health
Sheena     Carolyn G Carroll B Dora B Kristopher B
Jerry N Juna R  John R Michael S Daniel
John M McKenzie L  Dakota Jackie D Kari Ann
Ed S Conner B  Harriet N Noah W Gaylene G
Shawn C Sandra H Gavin F Debbie Z Joe N
Wes S Shelia Ron B Jack D  
         
Upcoming Surgeries/Procedures
         
Elderly & Shut-In
Carol G Juna R Jerry N  Rita P Shirley V
         
Others:
         
         
Service Men & Women
         
         
Expectant Mothers
         



Always remember our young people who have grown out of the family home and are pursuing studies and careers, that they continue to seek wisdom from the omni-present Father. And that they continue to hold Him first in their lives.

 

 

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK  


In comparing the true value of an item one must include all of its costs. Take for instance going to college. We might be told that the cost of a particular college is $18,000 per year. But, does this include books and fees? Is this tuition alone or does it include dorm room and meals? Let’s add another $15,000 per year to cover these additional expenses.


But, then there is the opportunity cost to attend this school. If prior to college, a person worked at a job that paid $20,000 per year with advancement potential of ten percent each year, the cost of going to college gets steeper by another $98,000. So, the original thought of attending this college is $230,000 for four years. Is the value here to cover this type of expense? Can this expense be recouped from this higher education? What about the other benefits of receiving the sheepskin? This was an example of attempting to count the cost.
In Matthew 13 Jesus told a parable illustrating the value of heaven. A pearl merchant finds an extraordinary pearl, so he goes out and sells all that he has to obtain that pearl.


This man was in the pearl business. He understood clarity. He examined it for faults. Only after he was satisfied that its value exceeded the price did he sell ALL of his possessions to obtain it. There was no “buyer’s remorse.” Such is the kingdom of heaven, it is of such value that we should do anything it takes to obtain it.


It is strange that the merchant didn’t exclude money for daily meals, for his living expenses, or maintaining the status in life. He recognized the value of that pearl.
Some of us have the kingdom of heaven thrust upon us. Others have to search it out. But, the consistent thought here is its price - all that we have. So, why do so many settle for a “cheaper” version, one that doesn’t cost so much?


Whether we are talking about the price of higher education, a house, or the kingdom of heaven, the first step is recognizing the total value and determining if we are willing to pay the price.

Jack (7/11/18)

 

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