Out of love for one another…….
We are currently allowing mask use to be optional during the Sunday morning Bible Study and worship assembly and Wednesday evening Bible study. We recommend that those who are unvaccinated or have personal health concerns to continue to wear a mask. We thank you for your consideration of and care for others. Masks are available if you need one.
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:34-35 ESV)
Scripture of the Week
“Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened. But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” ~~ 1 Peter 3:13-15
Something to Smile About
• A mother mouse and a baby mouse are walking along when suddenly a cat attacks them. The mother mouse shouts “BARK!” and the cat runs away. “See?” the mother mouse says to her baby. “Now do you see why it’s important to learn a foreign language?”
• When my grandson and I entered our vacation cabin, we kept the lights off until we were inside to keep from attracting pesky insects. Still, a few fireflies followed us in. Noticing them before I did, our grandson whispered, “It’s no use, Grandpa. The mosquitoes are coming after us with flashlights!”
Think About It
Lessons from a Skunk
Back when I was a teenager, I and my brother were helping my dad with his lake cabin. While I was unloading some plumbing supplies, Gary was pulling off some trim from the crawlspace. Suddenly, my brother let out a yell, and a distinctive smell filled the air. It was the smell of a skunk. It had taken up residence under the cabin.
There is an old saying: “If it smells like a skunk, it is a skunk.”
In our society, it is not unusual for people to label sin as good. But it doesn’t matter how much the spin doctors try to convince us, sin is sin. And those who say otherwise face judgment.
“Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter” (Isaiah 5:20).– Larry Fitzgerald Woodlawn, church of Christ, Abilene, TX
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GOD’S DESIGN IN THE WORLD AROUND US
In the late 1700’s, a fellow named William Paley gave an illustration about how we look at the world around us. He said that if you were walking through a field and came across a watch on the ground, you … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, APRIL 17, 2022
WELCOME! This morning, Sunday, April 17th, we welcome Kyle Hankins as guest speaker in our worship assembly. Kyle is the grandson of our Danny & Nancy Hankins, and he is associated with “Adventures in Missions”, on the Alaska team. We … Continue reading
CHRISTIANS AND LETHAL FORCE
Much had been said some time ago about the “church shooting” in Texas on Sunday, December 29, 2019 ― the right and wrong of it. The initial shooter was clearly wrong. He was evil incarnate, whose history of bad choices … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, APRIL 10, 2022
WITH SYMPATHY Charles Greenawalt’s mother, Crystal Walker, passed away Saturday night, April 2nd. A family memorial service is planned for some later time. Our sympathy, heartfelt prayers and love go out to Charles and Barbara and to all in the … Continue reading
TIME CHANGE
Most of the time, change is good. We all want to grow, get stronger, learn more, see more places, etc. Certainly we are aware of the fact that our methods and tactics must change and adapt when we become ineffective. … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, APRIL 3, 2022
Next Eating Out Together . . . . . .will be on Thursday, April 14th at the “Trailblazer Grill” in Burnet at about 5:00 PM. There is a sign-up sheet on the table in the back of the auditorium. BEAUTIFUL … Continue reading
WHAT IS CHRIST TO YOU?
Is He worth studying the Word for? Are you willing to give up your free time and put your effort into studying God’s Word? “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, MARCH 27, 2022
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Sign Ministry: We are looking for volunteers who might be interested in helping change the message board on the church sign. Let one of the elders know if you would like to help. OUR FELLOWSHIP MEAL Today, after … Continue reading
THE CURSE OF EMPTINESS
We are the hollow men,We are the empty menLeaning together;Headpiece filled with straw. Alas!Our dried voices, whenWe whisper togetherAre quiet and meaningless,As wind in dry grass,Or rats’ feet over broken glassIn our dry cellar If you went out into the … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, MARCH 20, 2022
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Sign Ministry: We are looking for volunteers who might be interested in helping change the message board on the church sign. Let one of the elders know if you would like to help. FELLOWSHIP MEAL Our Fellowship Meal, … Continue reading
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