Scripture of the Week
Ephesians 3:20– 21 “Now to Him Who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Think About It
Thankful For?
The Apostle Paul encourages us with these words: “Everything you do or say, then, should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, as you give thanks to Him through God the Father” (Colossians 3:17).
As we examine this text, we see that prayer is a constant event in the life of a Christian. And one of the main parts of that prayer is giving thanks to God.
This month our nation recognizes a day set aside to give thanks. The original presidential proclamations of this holiday all point out that the subject of our thanks should be our Creator – the Lord God of the Bible. In Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation, he wrote that we give thanks for the “gracious gifts of the Most High God.” And he described Thanksgiving as “a day of Thanksgiving and praise to our beneficent Father.”
Give thanks to God for all our gifts. That is exactly what we all should do this Thanksgiving and every day after that, just as Colossians 3:17 commands. Larry Fitzgerald, Woodlawn church of Christ, Abilene, TXSomething to Smile About
A family of four went to services on Sunday. After they returned to their home and were sitting around the table eating their noon meal, the father said, ―Well, I just didn’t like the preacher’s sermon today.
The mother said, ―I liked the sermon all right, but that song leader was all out of tune.
Frances said, ―I enjoyed the singing but the sermon was long enough to wear out the patience of Job.
Little Johnny added ―Daddy, I thought it was a pretty good show for just the nickel you gave.
Category Archives: Weekly News
WEEKLY NEWS, NOVEMBER 17, 2019
BE A MENTOR! Packsaddle Elementary School is looking for adults who are interested in making a difference in the life of a child. Mentors meet with a student once a week for 30 minutes throughout the school year. If you … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, NOVEMBER 10, 2019
SOUP FELLOWSHIP Our next ―Soup Luncheon will be Wednesday, November 20, from 11:30 AM — to 12:30 PM in the Fellowship Room. It’s a great time to invite and get to know guests. 2020 CONGREGATIONAL BUDGET The Elders are beginning … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS. NOVEMBER 3, 2109
HELPING HANDS PANTRY Needs Plastic bags, tooth brushes, shampoo, bath soap Thank you! 2020 CHURCH BUDGET The Elders are beginning their work planning for our 2020 budget. We encourage deacons, ministry leaders and members to share their budgetary concerns with … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, OCTOBER 27, 2019
WITH SYMPATHY We were saddened to hear that former member Dollene Pearson’s son-in-law, Jeff Smith of Midland, passed away on Friday, October 18th. Services were held on Wednesday, October 23rd at First Baptist Church in Midland. Interment took place in … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, OCTOBER 13, 2019
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES Many Activities on October 23 On the calendar, you may have noticed that on that day, Wednesday, there will take place: The Elders’ Meeting at 9 AM The Ladies Class at 10 AM The Soup … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, OCTOBER 13, 2019
ACTIVITIES ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 On the calendar, you may have noticed that on that day there will take place: The Elders’ Meeting at 9 AM The Ladies Class at 10 AM The Soup Fellowship, from 11:30 … Continue reading
WEEKLY NEWS, OCTOBER 6, 2019
THANK YOU NOTE Thank you so much for your partnership and support! Your initial support allowed me to attend two trainings that helped prepare me for living in my new host country. I ask for your prayers as we begin … Continue reading
