Bulletin #1480 October 8, 2017 From The Minister’s Pen

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rusting that God's word means exactly Then prayed they him to tarry certain T what it says, you have obeyed the days" (:48). In Philippi, the merchant by being baptized into to gain salvation Lydia believed the gospel when she heard (Mark 16:16; 1Pet. 3:21). Now what? Paul preach it, “And when she was baptized and her household, she besought us, saying, if REJOICE. After Philip the evangelist ye have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, baptized the treasurer of , “...he went come into my house, and abide there. And she on his way rejoicing” (:35-39), and af- constrained us.” (:15). After the Phi- ter Paul and “...spoke the word of the lippian jailor was baptized with his family, he Lord to him”, the prison keeper in Philippi “took them” —Paul and Silas— “into his “and all his were baptized...and rejoiced, be- house” (Acts 16:33-34). “...And many of the lieving in God with all his house” (Acts 16:32 Corinthians hearing, believed and were bap- -34). Joy is the most appropriate reaction to tized”, whereafter Paul “...continued there a one’s baptism because baptism brings about year and six months, teaching the word of salvation, and there can be no greater event in God among them” (:8, 11). any person's life than to be saved from the condemnation of hell. Neither material suc- Although baptism is the culmination of cess, nor marriage, not even the birth of one’s several steps leading to salvation, it is merely own children or grandchildren merit as much the beginning of one's life as a Christian. delight as the knowledge that God’s grace has Those formative days, weeks, and months fol- spared you from the consequences of sin. lowing baptism require nurturing from other Even the of heaven rejoice at the news disciples. The scriptures teach that of one repentant sinner (Luke 15:7,10). are and ought to be dependent upon one an- other. “So we, being many, are one body in ENJOY THE COMPANY OF OTH- Christ, and everyone members one of anoth- ER DISCIPLES. After appearing to him on er” (Rom. 12:5). the road to Damascus, the Lord sent Ananias to Saul, who “...arose and was bap- CONTINUE STEADFASTLY. On the tized ...Then was Saul certain days with the day of following Christ's ascension, disciples which were at Damascus”(:18 Peter preached repentance and baptism for the -19). Peter went to the household of Cor- remission of sins (:38), adjuring his au- nelius in Caesarea, “And he commanded dience to be saved (Acts 2:40). “Then they them to be baptized in the name of the Lord. that gladly received his word were baptized: Page 2 and the same day there were added unto them Do We Love The Lord More? about three thousand souls. And they contin- ued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and “So when they had dined, saith to fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou prayers” (Acts 2:41-42). To reiterate, although me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, baptism is the culmination of several steps Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith leading to salvation, it is merely the beginning unto him, Feed my lambs” (John 21:15). Jesus’ of one’s life as a Christian. question is a good one for us to ask ourselves. With baptism, the new Christian commits Do we love the Lord more than we love our to a life of faithfulness thereafter. Paul exhort- RELATIVES? If we do, we will not let them hin- ed, “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be der us from obeying the Lord or worshipping steadfast, immovable, always abounding in Him. The Lord taught: “He that loveth father or the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is that your labour is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Cor. 15:58). not worthy of me” (Matt. 10:37). Do we love the Lord more than we love our LEAD OTHERS TO CHRIST. After MONEY? If so, we will cheerfully and liberally Saul “arose, and was baptized” (Acts 9:18), support the Lord’s work. “But this I say, He and “spent certain days with the disci- which soweth sparingly shall reap also spar- ples” (Acts 9:19), “...Straightway he preached ingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall Christ in the synagogues, that he is the Son of reap also bountifully. Every man according as God” (Acts 9:20). Don’t be satisfied with your he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not own salvation while others perish! Jesus grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a taught, “Ye are the light of the world. A city cheerful giver” (2 Cor. 9:6-7). that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do Do we love the Lord more than we love men light a candle, and put it under a bushel,, ENTERTAINMENT and PLEASURE? Indulging but on a candlestick;, and it giveth light unto in pleasure at the expense of Christian living all that are in the house. Let your light so and serving God is sinful, for these things have shine before men, that they may see your taken over God’s rightful place (Luke 12:15- good works and glorify your Father which is 21). Sinful pleasure is always wrong. “But she in heaven” (Matt. 5:14-16). that liveth in pleasure is dead while she What have you been doing since you were liveth” (1 Tim. 5:6). “Ye have lived in pleasure baptized? on the earth, and been wanton; ye have nour- ished your hearts, as in a day of slaugh- ter” (James 5:5). Do we love the Lord more than the PRAISE OF MEN? If so, we will be willing to obey God even if it means we must incur the rejec- tion of men. Some Jewish leaders believed on Christ but would not confess him because they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God (John 12:42-43). The Lord must be the supreme object of our affection. We must be able to sing with mean- ing, “O HOW I LOVE JESUS!” Bulletin #1480 October 8, 2017 Church News and Views

This month, our congregation is Today’s Speaker expressing love and apprecia- Today’s guest speaker is Dr. tion for our minister, Dr. W. F. Harvey Jackson, minister of the Washington, in a special way. Lampton Street Church of Christ in Go to him and say “thank you, Mound Bayou, MS where he has offer some kind words, give a served for 50 years. Dr. Jackson gift. In addition to these things, is a very familiar face to the Golden Heights con- we should lift up him in prayer gregation as he serves as the National Coordinator for there is no greater gift we can give than to dedi- of the annual W. F. Washington Theological Insti- cate ourselves as committed intercessors on his tute. He is known here and throughout the broth- behalf. Paul, an ordained preacher of the gospel erhood to be a dynamic proclaimer of the Word exhorted the brethren to “pray for us”. (1 Thess. and we are pleased for his presence as he shares 5:25). For this month, the bulletin will include the gospel of Christ this morning and evening. prayer focal points that you may use to guide your prayers for our minister. Pray for these things throughout the week. Pray that our minister will continue to not give in to discouragement but will deal with criticism and conflict by com- mitting himself into the hands of God, who judges righteously (1 Pet. 2:23) Pray that God will give our minister a clear, biblical vision of that our church can and should be for His glory, and that MEMBERS! Participate in he will communicate that vision clearly spreading the gospel by and confidently to the church. giving. GIVE GEN- (Prov. 29:18; John 15:16; 17:17; 2 Tim. 3:5) EROUSLY to our radio and TV programs!

NEXT SUNDAY’S GUEST MINISTER Bro. Terry Wallace Plan to participate—Hernando, and share theMS Gospel.— Page 4

Parents and Youth: The Youth Staff wishes to thank the parents and youth who gave and supported our recent Youth Night held on Fri- day, September 29th. Skate Night: The next youth event is “Skate Night” at Galaxy (North Lauderdale) on Octo- ber 20th from 7:30 to 9:30PM. The church will cover the cost, but the staff is asking youth to bring two canned goods (green beans and/or corn) for the church’s Thanksgiving Drive. “Lord, He Whom Thou Lovest Is Sick” (John 11:3)

Shut-In: Charles Davis, Camille Ewers, Paul Frances, Moore, Ermine Mullins, Joyce Parrish, Lillie Jackson Prayer Requests: Barbara Adams, Sharon Berrian, Laura Blidge, Louise Bowman, Raf Campbell, Charlie Crawford, Arnetta Cross, Ron Cullingford, Brooklyn Delancy, Aletha Denmark, Kristin Dicks, Felisha Downer, Donna Eacho, Sharon Eason, Nelzene Edwards, Loerine Ellis, Destiny Eugene., Daniel Eugene, Bessie Everitt, Phillip Everett, Hanley Freeman, John-Billy Glover, Linda Green, Cora Hargrett, Dudley Hill, Joe Holland, Vernon Holland, Hutchison, Jacquelyn Irvin, Veanna Irvin, Brad Johnson, Becky Johnson, Catie Johnson, Gloria Johnson, Louis Johnson, Chicago Jones, Annie Lee, Kevin Larkins, Nancy Logan, Mary Lyons, Johnnie McClain, Isaac McDowell, Elouise Mash, Suzanna Middleton, Sharon Monroe, Willie Mae Morris, Jennifer Neita, Jimmy Newson, Rosie Newson, Dianjalo Parrish, Shay Roache, Akiko Robinson, Rachel Scoggins, Shirley Seays, Richard & Jean Sherman, Maxine Smith, Yvonne Stokes, Linda Stokes, Brandi Stroman, Morris Strong, Joe Sutton, Ernest & Mae Thomas, Samantha Tobias, Rolinne Trompe, The Youth Staff says “THANK YOU!” to the Roosevelt Tukes, Lewis & Jean Truttling, Johnnie P. Leadership and to Bro. Danny Phillips for Walker, Johnny Walker, Lillie Walker, Lucille Walker, securing admission and allowing the youth to Ray Watson, Joshua Webb, Marie Webb, Ranspord attend the Marlin’s baseball game on Satur- Webley, Annie Williams, Betty Williams, Charles day, Sept. 30th. The seats were amazing and Williams, Jackie Williams the youth enjoyed themselves tremendously. Bulletin #1480 October 8, 2017 “We Come Into This House To Worship Him” (:24)

Month of OCTOBER

MORNING EVENING

Announcements Reginald Johnson Reginald Johnson

Song Leader

Prayer Willie Hamilton Glenn Barbee

Scripture (Reading Raymond Thompson Raymond Thompson

Song

Sermons Dr. W. F. Washington Dr. W. F. Washington

Call To Obedience Counselors: K. Hutchison / C. Jean / W. Hamilton

Confessions /Prayer Petitions Keith Hutchison (Officiating) Keith Hutchison (Officiating)

Offering (1 Cor. 16:1,2) AM —Officiating: Keith Hutchison / Raymond Thompson Lord’s Supper (:7) (1) Left, J. Franklin (2) Left, D. Stokes (3) Left, T. Harris (4) Left, L. Frazier (1) Right, B. Byrd (2) Right, E. Holcombe (3) Right, M. Hughes (4) Right, D. Edwards Alternates: G. Barbee, C. Jean, B. Davis, D. Gray, M. Allen, A. Dangleben

PM —Officiating: Keith Hutchison / Raymond Thompson E. Thompson C. Jean J. Franklin B. Davis D. Stokes T. Harris Alternates: G. Barbee, D. Gray, M. Allen, A. Dangleben

Ministerial Announcements

Doxology Dr. W. F. Washington Dr. W. F. Washington

Dismissal Elijah Thompson Elijah Thompson

Worship and Praise Leaders Keith Hutchison, Reginald Johnson

Ushers Head Ushers: Tony Hugley, Booker Bess Auditorium: Bros. T. Hugley, B. Bess, F. Williams, D. Adams, E. Thompson, R. Johnson, J. Outler, M. Jeanty,

D. Gray, S. Wilson, D. Freeman, R. Rouse, C. Rouse

Lobby: I. Johnson, H. Penn Back Hall: D. Brooks Hospitality Desk / Concierge Alice George, Sharon Evans Page 6 School Attendance Report FROM: The Education Department October 1, 2017

CLASS ATTENDANCE COLLECTION GOAL NUMBER GOAL AMOUNT #1 CLASSES Church Nursery 4 OF THE WEEK Nursery Class(2 & 3) 10 2 $ 12.00 $ 8.40 Kindergarten (4 & 5) 10 4 12.00 5.00 ATTENDANCE Grades 1 and 2 15 7 25.00 7.50 ADULT: General Adult Grades 3 and 4 15 3 25.00 5.00 YOUTH: Grades 1 & 2 Grades 5 and 6 15 5 30.00 12.00 Grades 7 and 8 15 6 30.00 21.00 COLLECTION Grades 9 & 10 15 - 30.00 - ADULT: General Adult Grades 11 & 12 15 5 30.00 25.00 YOUTH: Grades 11 & 12 General Adult Class 175 143 500.00 309.18 *GOAL MET Total: 179 $ 393.08

SERMON NOTES

GOAL ACTUAL 10/01/2017 The Wednesday PM Bible Study 300 157 Record Bible School 300 182 (2017) 100 44 Speaks Placed Membership 4 Visitors 4