Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Frankie Gallimore’s father is in the hospital in Birmingham.
• Megan Tyler’s grandfather is very sick.
• David Koger is undergoing treatments due to the return of lymphoma.
• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is back at home, under 24 hour care. She is in stage four of congestive heart failure, and is not doing well.
• Vicky Masters is having panic attacks.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now and doing better.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.
• Larry Masters has asked for our prayers while he is seeking employment.

I.    Introduction
       A.  This lesson came from Steve Higginbotham’s wonderful PreachingHelp.org site.
       B.  Some churches are effective in their service to our Lord, and some are not so effective.
            1.  Effective churches are true to their duty.
            2.  Ineffective churches are a disappointment in accomplishing their purpose.
       C.  What makes for an effective congregation?
            1.  What should we consider to be essential to effectiveness?
            2.  How do we measure up – as individuals who are a part of it, and as a collective family?
II.   An Effective Church Is Christ Centered
       A.  Made up of individuals centered on Christ (Galatians 2:20; Ephesians 1:22-23)
       B.  Made up of those whose hope is fixed on His salvation.
       C.  Have a desire to share His good news (Luke 19:10)
III.  An Effective Church Is Bound By Scripture
       A.  Jesus stated the importance of His words, the word of God (John 12:48-50)
       B.  The church remains effective when it remains in the word (I Corinthians 4:6)
       C.  Effective churches profit from study of God’s word (II Timothy 3:16-17)
IV.  An Effective Church Respects Diversity in Matters of Opinion
       A.  The New Testament makes clear that differing views are possible (Romans 14:1-5;13)
            1.  They will not agree on every point as they seek to be obedient to God (Romans 14:5-6)
            2.  They will respect individual accountability to God (Romans 14:10)
            3.  And they seek peace, mutual upbuilding (Romans 14:19; 15:2)
       B.  But these differences do not prevent unity, harmony (Psalm 133:1; Ephesians 4:2-3)
       C.  Distinction and discrimination must be made concerning types of error.
            1.  Errors that deter one from faithfully serving God.
            2.  Errors that do not deter one from faithfully serving God.
V.   An Effective Church has Visionary Leadership
       A.  Leadership in the church is not equivalent to what the world practices (Matthew 20:25-28)
            1.  The world has its own version of leadership, brand of leaders (Matthew 20:25)
            2.  The church follows Christ, who modeled His own style of leading (Matthew 20:28)
       B.  Leaders in the church must lead like Christ in their style of leadership.
            1.  A variety of leadership methods are possible, but not all are effective in the church.
            2.  Elders are to lead with vision (Hebrews 13:17 – “as those who will have to give an account”)
VI.  An Effective Church Brings About Lives That Are Changed
       A.  The church is more like an emergency room than a sterile laboratory.
       B.  We are to look after the spiritual healing of one another. (James 5:16; I John 5:14-16)
       C.  In order to do that, we must be “beam-free” (Matthew 7:1-5)
       D.  Our ministry is fulfilled, when we are involved in reconciling others (II Corinthians 5:18-19)
VII. Conclusion
       A.  Rather than the size, wealth, etc., it is commitment to Jesus that makes a church effective.
       B.  For each of us, making this church effective begins in our own lives.

Glenn Record
June 28, 2009
 

Our speaker will be Dr. Mark Blackwelder from Freed-Hardiman University.

The meeting theme will be “God’s Promises”.

Sunday services will be at 10AM and 6PM, with Monday – Wednesday services at 7PM.

Information about Brother Blackwelder:

Dr. Mark Blackwelder
Director, Graduate Studies in Bible; Associate Professor of Bible and of Missions

Dr. Blackwelder is a graduate of FHU. He has been active in ministry including serving from 1992 to 1997 as a fulltime missionary in Bratislava, Slovakia. Since that time he has served as a full-time member of the faculty in FHU’s School of Biblical Studies. He also teaches courses in New Testament and in Missions and Intercultural Communication at the undergraduate level. He sponsors missions clubs and serves as a member of the Chapel Committee and the Annual Bible Lectureship Committee. Dr. Blackwelder is a minister for the Estes church of Christ. He conducts a number of Gospel Meetings each year and presents seminars on missions and cross-cultural ministry.

I.     Introduction
       A.  For many of us, the tools our fathers used – or still use – say something about them.
           1.   Maybe you remember your father working around the house, or the garden, or the field
           2.   I listened as Brad Arnold described a sermon he had written about his father, Gene Arnold
       B.  The lessons we must learn as fathers remind us of the Heavenly Father’s nature.
            1.  He is our Father, the One Who shapes us )Isaiah 64:8)
            2.  Those things which make us effective fathers are really His handiwork.
            3.  I want to look at the themes Brad mentioned he was reminded of in the tools his father used.
            4.  In examining these, we can see how those qualities flow from the Father.
II.    The qualities of a father are often shown in his handiwork.
       A.  Purpose
            1.  When his father took up tools, it was with a purpose.
                a.  He had a vision of what he wanted to accomplish
                b.  He selected the right tool for the job.
            2.  Fathers need to have purpose in raising children for the Lord.
                a.  They need to have vision for their children (Proverbs 29:18)
                b.  They need to use the right tools (Proverbs 22:6; Deuteronomy 6:7; Ephesians 6:4)
       B.  Precision, Control
            1.  When his dad put a tool to use, he used it with precision, control.
                a.  Tools require power, but also control.
                b.  If either is missing, the tool is much less effective.
            2.  His tools reflected the kind of care he took of them.
            3.  Fathers need to exercise discipline in a controlled, effective way. (Proverbs 13:24; I Timothy 3:4)
       C.  Provision
            1.  His application of tools provided benefits to the family.
            2.  My grandfather’s tools were his livelihood.
            3.  Fathers are tasked with the responsibility to provide. (II Corinthians 12:14; Ephesians 4:28)
III.   The qualities of our heavenly Father are also evident in His handiwork.
       A.  God has shown Himself to be a truly loving father through the works He has brought about.
            1.  His workmanship has demonstrated those same qualities
            2.  Our success as fathers is measured against His standard of fatherhood.
       B.  Purpose
            1.  God’s plan has been evident from the beginning. (Ephesians 3:11; 1:5)
            2.  He continues to work through those who are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28)
       C.  Precision, Control
            1.  God’s judgements are righteous and true (Revelation 16:7; Hebrews 12:10)
            2.  He always exhibits patience (II Peter 3:9; Luke 15:20)
       D.  Provision
            1.  He provides for life here (James 1:17; Matthew 5:44-45; Acts 14:17)
            2.  He has provided for our eternal life in Jesus Christ. (II Peter 1:10-11)
IV.   Conclusion
       A.  Are you the handiwork of God?
       B.  ”Make your calling and election sure.”

Glenn Record
June 21, 2009
 

Sermon from July 14, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

I.     Intorduction
       A.  ”And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened.”
            1.  Does this make you wonder what is in these books?
            2.  They must be important!
       B.  It is evident from the passage that books are central in our relationship to God.
            1.  God uses books to accomplish His purposes.
            2.  What books should we know about?
       C.  This message was a sermon of Alexander Campbell’s, recorded in Coffman’s commentary.
II.    The Book of Nature.
       A.  God has left a record of his power, brilliance through creation itself.
            (Psalm 19:1; Romans 1:20; Acts 14:17)
       B.  Although it points us to God, the book of nature does not reveal His redemptive plan.
III.   The Book of Remembrance.
       A.  God will remember “those who feared the Lord and esteemed His name.” (Malachi 3:16)
       B.  God also remembers those who disobey, unwilling to listen to HIm. (Isiah 30:8,9)
       C.  God will call forth even the things that dwell in our hearts. (I Corinithians 4:5; Luke 8:17; Romans 2:16)
       D.  However, there are some things that God will not remember (Jeremiah 31:31-35).
IV.   The Old Testament.
       A.  ”The Old Testament continues to be the most impressive witness of the deity and Godhead of Christ”
            1.  ”It establishes his credentials historically for ages prior to the Incarnation.”
            2.  It showed God had a plan, and that Christ is the central part of His plan. (John 5:39;
                 Luke 24:44; Luke 24:25)
       B.  It will stand as a witness to righteousness, faith, and God’s redemptive plan.
V.    The New Testament
       A.  This book will most certainly be opened on that day, because it contains the message of Jesus.
            1.  Jesus plainly stated that His words matter enormously. (Matthew 7:24, 26; 28:18-20)
            2.  They are the basis of judgment (John 12:48)
       B.  We know this also is an eternally relevant book. (I Peter 1:35; Matthew 24:35; John 6:68).
VI.   The Record of Every Man’s Works.
       A.  All people, both “great and small” shall be judged according to their works.
       B.  This is taught by a number of New Testament authorities.
            1.  Jesus (John 5:29).
            2.  Paul (Romans 2:6-8; II Corinthians 5:10).
            3.  Peter (Acts 10:35)
            4.  James (James 2:14, 24, 26, etc.).
            5.  John (I John 2:4-5; 3:7-8).
            6.  Revelation (Revelation 3:15; 14:13; 20:12b-13).
VII.  The Book of Life.
       A.  This is the pivotal book at judgement concerning our eternal destiny. (Revelation 20:12, 15; 21:27)
       B.  Paul reminds those at Philippi that they are in that book already. (Philippians 4:3)
VIII. Conclusion
       A.  Some of these books are changeless; others can be changed by you.
       B.  What do these books say about you?

Glenn Record
June 14, 2009

Sermon from June 7, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

• Remember our Gospel Meeting August 16-19 with Dr. Mark Blackwelder!  More Information is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is back at home, under 24 hour care.  She is in stage four of congestive heart failure, and is not doing well.
• Vicky Masters is having panic attacks.
• Sara Kate Hofes (Tara Bechtel’s neice) is at home now.  She was born with a collapsed lung.  The doctors think that she should be OK.
• Remember the Hollingsworth family in the recent loss of Jeff Hollingsworth.
• Sudhir Dangara will be returning from India this week.
• Moses Eben’s family will be moving here this week.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems. She is very weak. The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.    Introduction
      A.  We looked last week at God’s commands addressed to specific roles in the family.
           1.  Husband-Wife (Ephesians 5:22-33)
           2.  Father-Child (Ephesians 6:1-4)
      B.  Is this the sum total of the message that God’s word gives families?
      C.  God’s word offers more to us than these role-specific mandates.
           1.  It sets the groundwork for all relationships.
           2.  It calls us to be like Him, the Creator of relationships.
      D.  We will have better families when we are growing as part of God’s family.
           1.  God has ordained relationships for His creation.
           2.  He gave us commands in His word concerning these relationships.
           3.  Like all of these, the family relationship works best when His commands are observed.
II.   We can have better families because “better” qualities flow from God.
      A.  Relationships are influenced by the traits, qualities of those in them.
           1.  What our relationships are depends largely on what we are.
           2.  Our traits as husband, wife, parent, or child will follow our spiritual qualities.
      B.  The qualities of “better” families come from God’s Spirit.
           1.  What are the qualities of good families?
           2.  Are these not characteristics that derive from God? (Galatians 5:22-23)
      C.  The conditions which plague families are those qualities not found in God, but in the flesh.
           1.  What are the hallmarks of poor qualities, harmful traits in families?
           2.  None of these derive from God. (Galatians 5:19-21)
      D.  If we want better families, we must pursue the things of the Spirit.
           1.  To be a part of a quality family relationship, we must have Godly qualities.
           2.  We crucify the flesh and its desires in Christ (Galatians 5:24)
III.  We can have better families in Christ because He is the standard of perfection in relationships.
      A.  Christ commands us to honor two relationships (Matthew 22:37-40)
           1.  Upon these, every other command is based
           2.  Everything else flows from the motivation these provide.
      B.  Jesus demonstrated the standard of perfection for these two relationships.
           1.  Standards help us to measure ourselves, see where we need to grow.
           2.  Jesus provides the standard we need to be able to evaluate, measure love
               a.  In love for God (John 14:15; Hebrews 5:8; John 3:35; John 5:19-20)
               b.  In love for man (John 3:16; John 15:13)
      C.  By following Jesus’ teachings and commands concerning others, we will benefit our relationships.
           1.  Absorbing insults, forgiving (Matthew 5:39)
           2.  Doing more than asked (Matthew 5:40, 41)
           3.  Doing unto others (Matthew 7:12)
      D.  By loving the way Christ showed love, we make stronger relationships.
           1.  Love, the secret to all relationships, is described in I Corinthians 13:4-8 in detail.
           2.  This kind of love makes for better relationships.
IV.  Conclusion
      A.  If you want a better family, be a strong, growing part of God’s family.
      B.  Is God’s Spirit producing fruit in your relationships?

June 7, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from May 31, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

• A Big Thank You to everyone who worked so hard to make Friends and Family Day such a success!  Pictures are now posted  in the Photo Gallery here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is back at home, under 24 hour care.  She is in stage four of congestive heart failure, and is not doing well.
• Vicky Masters is having panic attacks.
• Sara Kate Hofes (Tara Bechtel’s neice) is at home now.  She was born with a collapsed lung.  The doctors think that she should be OK.
• Remember the Hollingsworth family in the recent loss of Jeff Hollingsworth.
• Sudhir Dangara left for India the 29th to be with his family, and will be gone a little over a month. Keep Sudhir and his family in your prayers.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems. She is very weak. The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.    Introduction
      A.  One of the great natural resources we have in this country is strong, healthy families.
           1.  Negative trends are certainly in evidence, based on news anecdotes.
           2.  Thankfully, we continue to benefit from a significant number of strong homes.
      B.  All of us want strong families, but how?
           1.  When it comes to our families, and our place in them, I doubt that many feel like experts.
           2.  Each of us realizes we make mistakes in our family relationships.
           3.  Sometimes we know when and why we fail; sometimes we are at a loss.
      C.  The Bible has answers
           1.  God’s word remains the blueprint for better families.
           2.  What then, does the Bible say about making better families?
      D.  The Bible gives commands concerning family roles.
           1.  It speaks to the husband-wife relationship – the core relationship in the family
           2.  It speaks to the parent-child relationship – a critical relationship in development of young
II.   The Marital Relationship
      A.  Husbands: Love (Ephesians 5:25, 28, 33)
           1.  Cherish as own body, willing to give life
           2.  Christ-like love.
      B.  Wives: Submit, respect (Ephesians 5:22, 33)
           1.  Difference in authority, not in worth
           2.  Just as his love is essential to this arrangement being right, her respect is as well.
      C.  Emerson Eggrich’s book Love and Respect: “Crazy Cycle” vs. “Energizing Cycle”
III.  The Parent-Child Relationship
      A.  Fathers: Don’t provoke, bring them up in discipline, instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4)
           1.  Dads are trivialized, minimized in pop culture, psychology.
           2.  Fathers do have a recognized authority
           3.  This command brilliantly upholds that authority, while guiding its use (Hebrews 12:6-11)
           4.  Fathers are to model leadership, responsibility to provide (I Timothy 5:8)
           5.  The father-child relationship goes hand in hand with the Heavenly Father-spiritual child
                relationship.
      B.  Mothers: Love (Titus 2:4)
           1.  Naturally family-focused, but may need direction, help applying.
           2.  The Bible speaks to those who can address those concerns
      C.  Children: Obey, Honor (Ephesians 6:1-2; Exodus 20:12; Colossians 3:20)
           1.  This is an essential quality for a satisfying and healthy family – and is in decline.
           2.  Respect for authority is learned in the home.
           3.  A healthy respect for authority makes well-balanced, mature adults.
           4.  II TImothy 3:1-5
IV.  Conclusion
      A.  Next week we will look further at relationships.
      B.  Through the gospel Jesus invites us to be part of His spiritual family.

May 31, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from May 24, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is back at home, under 24 hour care.  She is in stage four of congestive heart failure, and is not doing well.
• Sudhir Dangara’s father passed away last week. Sudhir left for India the 29th to be with his family, and will be gone a little over a month. Keep Sudhir and his family in your prayers.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems. She is very weak. The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.    Introduction
      A.  In Colossians 2:2-3, Paul explains his motivation in writing.
      B.  A danger that Paul feared for them was “πιθανολογια”, “persuasive speech”
      C.  We see hints of what kinds of “persuasive speech” Paul was wary of in this text. (8)
      D.  ”Persuasive speech” is still around today.
           1.  Promotion of “acceptance, tolerance” as principle virtues.
           2.  ”Human tradition” – in religion and in the religion which pseudo-science has become.
           3.  The “elemental things” that make for today’s morality.
      E.  The letter to the Colossians affirms our fullness in Christ
II.   The fullness of Christ derives from His nature (6-10)
      A.  The Whole Fullness of Deity (9)
           1.  Jesus was God “incarnate”, in the flesh (Matthew 1:23; Philippians 2:6)
           2.  He continues to have a body in which His divine nature dwells (I Corinthians 3:16; Romans 8:9,11)
      B.”You have been filled in Him” (10)
           1.  We in the same body share in that same nature!
           2.  He has all authority (Matthew 28:18) – but only the church shares in His fullness.
      C.  In neither Christ nor His church is there need – or room – for anything more.
           1.  We don’t need Jesus and some other system.
           2.  When the holy Creator of heaven and earth fills you, what is left to be filled?
           3.  When did this happen?
III.  How we come to be part of the fulfilled body: Death, Burial, Resurrection in Baptism (11-14)
      A.  The circumcision made without hands
           1.  In order to participate in the covenant, circumcision is required.
                (Genesis 17:14; Leviticus 12:3; Deuteronomy 10:16; 30:6; Jeremiah 4:4)
           2.  Our circumcision is the putting off of the flesh to be made anew in the spirit.
      B.  This separation, regeneration takes place in baptism. (12)
           1.  Notice how many elements come together in this God-given act:
                Water (I Peter 3:21; John 3:5; Titus 3:5; Ephesians 5:26), faith, God’s creating work
           2.  The “before and after” (13)
      C.  Nailed to the cross (14)
           1.  The power of baptism is the cross.
           2.  Our death, burial, and resurrection lay claim to what Jesus accomplished there.
IV.  His fullness leads to triumph over accusers (15)
      A.  Christ’s accusers were put to “open shame” (Philippians 2:10-11)
      B.  That is the victory we share in (Romans 8:1)
           1.  The devil, the accuser of mankind, will have no case against us.
           2.  Those who condemn us for what we are “lacking” will likewise be shamed.
V.   Conclusion
      A.  Don’t fall for the “persuasive speech” of men
      B.  Have you attained the perfection of Christ through obedience to the gospel?
           1.  You can die with Christ to the elemental things of this world (2:20)
           2.  You can be buried with Him in baptism (2:12)
           3.  You can be raised to new life, made alive in Christ from baptism, forgiven of all sin (2:12-13)

May 24, 2009
Glenn Record

Speaker: Louis Rushmore

Sermon from May 17, 2009
Speaker: Frankie Gallimore

Sermon from May 10, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) had a heart attack. She is back in the hospital and not doing very well.
• Sudhir Dangara’s father passed away last week. Sudhir left for India the 29th to be with his family, and will be gone a little over a month. Keep Sudhir and his family in your prayers.
• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems. She is very weak. The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.     Introduction
       A.  ”An excellent wife who can find?”
            1.  Finding excellence depends on what your standard of excellence is.
            2.  God’s word places a set of standards that define a great woman, wife, and mother.
       B.  What makes up an excellent wife, mother judging by God’s standard of excellence?
            1.  What does she look like? What will her life be like?
            2.  What should our young ladies seek to emulate? Our young men look for?
       C.  Let us look at the description of an excellent wife in Proverbs 31.
            1.  We can see qualities described in so many places in the Bible typified, put in action
            2.  While the setting may be ancient, the attitudes, qualities we see are timeless.
II.    ”Willing hands”
       A.  Hands, preparation figure prominently in this description (Ecclesiastes 9:10)
       B.  She works with her hands (13, 16b, 19)
       C.  She is willing to do the work to provide for the needs of family (15, 18, 21, 25b)
       D.  She sees to those in need (20; Matthew 25:35,36)
III.   ”She dresses herself with strength” (17)
       A.  Strength that comes from doing (17, 25)
       B.  Strength that comes from the Lord (Ephesians 6:10)
IV.    ”She opens her mouth with wisdom”
       A.  She has wisdom, discernment in the value and use of material things (16, 18; I Corinthians 2:14-15)
       B.  She has edifying, not destructive, things to say.
       C.  She teaches, passes on knowledge to children (Proverbs 31:1; Titus 2:3,4)
V.     ”The heart of her husband trusts in her” (11)
            1.  He has come to know he can count on her. (12; Matthew 7:12)
            2.  ”He will have no lack of gain” (I Timothy 5:8)
       B.  With her support, he can grow, lead. (23; Ephesians 5:22, 33)
VI.    Conclusion
       A.  ”Her children rise up and call her blessed” (28)
            1.  Her impact is noticed and appreciated over the years.
            2.  Her husband is able to reflect on her life with sincere praise (29)
       B.  ”Give her the fruit of her hands”
            1.  She is indeed “more precious than jewels.” (10)
            2.  Give her the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates. (31)
            3.  Let us give glory to God for those priceless women in our lives, those who fear Him.
       C.  Is your life reflecting the godly qualities that come through fearing the Lord?

May 10, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from May 3, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) had a heart attack.  She is back in the hospital and not doing very well.
• Sudhir Dangara’s father passed away last week.  Sudhir left for India the 29th to be with his family, and will be gone a little over a month.  Keep Sudhir and his family in your prayers.
• Moses Eben has requested our prayers in his job search.  He has had an interview, and is awaiting a decision.
• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  She is very weak.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

May 3, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from April 26, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Sudhir Dangara’s father passed away last week.  Sudhir will be leaving for India the 29th to be with his family, and will be gone a little over a month.  Keep Sudhir and his family in your prayers.
• Moses Eben has requested our prayers in his job search.  He has had an interview, and is awaiting a decision.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) passed away last week.  Remember the Henegar family in your prayers.
• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) had a heart attack.  She is at home doing better.
• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  She is very weak.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.     Introduction
       A.  Most of this lesson is from Brother Wayne Jackson’s Christian Courier site.
       B.  On at Least two occasions, Jesus talks about His disciples fasting. (Matthew 6:16-18; 9:14-15)
            1.  ”The abstaining from food and drink for spiritual reasons.”
            2.  It was required under the Law of Moses on the Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16:31)
            3.  Jesus seems to imply that His disciples will fast.
       C.  Are we to fast?
            1.  It is not commanded that we fast in the New Testament.
            2.  Thus, it is a voluntary observance.
            3.  But it appears to be understood that there will be times when it will be fitting to do so.
            4.  When is it appropriate to fast?
II.    Biblical occasions of fasting
       A.  Fasting may be beneficial in times of sorrow.
            1.  II Samuel 1:12
            2.  Nehemiah 1:4
            3.  II Samuel 12:16
       B.  Fasting often accompanied an attitude of repentance.
            1.  I Samuel 7:6
            2.  Jonah 3:5
       C.  Fasting was observed as part of significant religious events.
            1.  Exodus 34:28
            2.  Matthew 4:2
            3.  Acts 13:3
            4.  II Corinthians 6:5; 11:27
III.   Warnings concerning fasting
       A.  Fasting does not make one holy in and of itself. (Colossians 2:23)
       B.  Jesus spoke against practicing fasting in order to appear righteous. (Matthew 6:16-18)
       C.  Fasting must not lead to self-righteousness. (Luke 18:9-14)
IV.    Benefits of voluntary fasting
       A.  God honors fasting when it reflects sincere dedication.
            1.  Ahab (I Kings 21:27-29)
            2.  Jesus says God sees and rewards (Matthew 6:18)
       B.  Medical benefits
       C.  Mental sharpness
       D.  Self-discipline
       E.  Appreciation
V.    Conclusion
       A.  There is a kind of fasting that God does require of us (Isaiah 58:3-8)
            1.  In speaking through Isaiah, God explained why Israel’s fasting went unnoticed. (3-4)
            2.  God tells them the kind of fasting that He would have them observe. (58:5-7)
                 a.  Fast from self (5)
                 b.  Fasting from wickedness, oppression (6)
                 c.  Fasting from self-indulgence, self-service (7)
            3.  Those who so fast will be truly blessed as a result. (8)
       B.  We must deny ourselves to follow Jesus (Luke 9:23)

Glenn Record
April 26, 2009

Sermon from April 19, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

• Moses Eben has requested our prayers in his job search.  He has had an interview, and is awaiting a decision.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) passed away last week.  Remember the Henegar family in your prayers.
• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) had a heart attack.  She is at home doing better.
• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  She is very weak.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.    Introduction
      A.  I’ve recently heard a number of unusual efforts to bring people into church services.
           1.  they are commonly efforts to relate to people whose lives are far from the church.
           2.  But unfortunately, their efforts seem to be overreaching into the world.
           3.  Those who defend such approaches argue they are being “relevant”.
           4.  Beyone the publicized stunts, some churches are compromising in order to attract.
      B.  Should the church become worldlier in order to win the world?
           1.  I’m all for reaching to the world.
           2.  But it seems to me that there are serious flaws with this approach.
      C.  Jesus asked the question: “What did you go out to see?” (Matthew 11:7,ff)
           1.  What would draw people to the wilderness?
           2.  What will attract people to Christ today?
           3.  What we use to attract people says a great deal – about them and us.
II.   Drawing worldly people in a worldly way results in a worldly church.
      A.  Worldly methods will not result in drawing people to Christ.
           1.  ”Bait ad switch” with the gospel
           2.  There is an absence of a call repentance (Luke 24:47)
           3.  Even if these strategies bring people to the services, some serious questions remain.
      B.  When the church compromises, it moves closer to the world, not to God.
           1.  God is holy. The world isn’t. (James 4:4,8)
           2.  Again, questions arise from what would result even if these efforts succeed.
III.  God didn’t send His messengers out to compromise.
      A.  God knows that some people simply will not listen, no matter how they are approached.
           1.  Naysayers will find fault no matter the approach (Matthew 11:16-19)
           2.  Some will not listen no matter who is doing the talking (Luke 16:29-31)
      B.  Only by proclaiming the word of God will we draw submissive people.
           1.  the word of the cross is foolishness to some (I Corinthians 1:18-23)
           2.  Those who want a different message will never be satisfied.
           3.  God chose preaching to be the means by which to bring people to the church. (I Corinthians 1:21)
      C.  Only when we call on the world to repent will those in it do so.
           1.  Jesus said John came in the “way of righteousness” (Matthew 21:32)
           2.  Sinners responded to the call to righteousness.
IV.  We must be relevant while remaining true to the message.
      A.  The New Testament message was proclaimed in a relevant way.
           1.  The preaching of the gospel was relevant (Acts 17:28)
           2.  The New Testament writers were relevant to their audience
           3.  These messages were always true to the gospel message
      B.  We must be relevant yet remain unspotted from the world. (James 1:27)
           1.  Jesus associated with sinners, but never condoned sin (John 8:11; Hebrews 4:15; Matthew 4:17)
           2.  Paul was all things to all people – but always in submission to Christ (I Corinthians 9:19-22)
      C.  We must be relevant while focusing on the truth.
V.   Conclusion
      A.  God is glorified when His method of reaching lost souls is employed
      B.  What have you come out to see?

Glenn Record
April 19, 2009

You are invited to our “Friends and Family Day” at Winchester Road East Church of Christ on May 31st, 2009.  Brother Glenn Record will be presenting a lesson entitled “Making Better Families” during our Worship service.

After morning services, we will have an afternoon of food, fellowship and activities.

Our evening Worship service will be moved to 2:00 PM, and will be a singing service.

•   9:00 AM            Bible Study
• 10:00 AM            Worship
• 11:30 AM             Food / Fellowship / Activities
•   2:00 PM             Singing Service

Activities will include:

• Volleyball
• Inflatable Toys for the kids
• Horse Rides
• Softball
• Soccer
• Fellowship

 *You may want to bring a change of clothes for the activities!

Friends and Family Day Flyer

Sermon from April 12, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) had a heart attack last week.  She is at home doing better.
• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  She is very weak.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

April 12, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from April 05, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Christine Lones’ surgery went well last Thursday.  She is doing well and recovering at home.
• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Kitty Gallimore is still sick at home.  Frankie is now also not feeling well.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  She is very weak.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.    Introduction
      A.  God intended marriage to be a true blessing for the human race.
            1.  He instituted it literally from the beginning. (Genesis 2:18-24)
            2.  ”Let marriage be held in honor among all” (Hebrews 13:4; Matthew 19: 3-9)
      B.  Sadly, God’s plan for marriage is coming under increased attack.
            1.  American society is more and more rejecting God’s plan.
            2.  In the name of “freedom”, our nation is redefining the most important social relationship.
            3.  But the freedom they proclaim is filled with negative consequences. (II Peter 2:19)
II.   The Forms of the Assaults
      A.  Divorce
            1.  There are a number of reasons marriages fail
            2.  But none have anything to do with God’s plan.
            3.  Man is not to separate a union that God has established. (Matthew 19:3,ff)
            4.  The disrespect for marriage shown by divorce is opening the door for other problems.
      B.  Cohabitation
            1.  This is also becoming more commonplace as a result of disdain for marriage.
            2.  It is a sinful abuse of that which God gave to the married couple (Genesis 2:24)
            3.  God will judge those who practice fornication (Hebrews 13:4; I Corinthians 6:9-10)
      C.  Homosexual “marriage”
            1.  A most hideous, perverted abomination of marriage is rapidly growing.
            2.  These mock God’s design for marriage (Romans 1:26-28; I Corinthians 6:9-10)
      D.  Polygamy
            1.  What was inconceivable in our nation only a few years ago is suddenly an issue.
            2.  It is being ushered in through religious practice.
                 a.  Islam already provides for it
                 b.  Mormonism is increasingly returning to it
            3.  Polygamy is a deviation from God’s plan for the home.
                 a.  Such a practice assumes God can’t count.  He made exactly one woman for Adam.
                 b.  He requires exactly one wife for elders, deacons of the church (I Timothy 3:2, 12)
III.  The Aftermath
      A.  Failed homes
            1.  We have seen what happens as a result of divorces – Children traumatized, strained relationships
                 in the church, an obstacle to conversion
            2.  When polygamy was practiced in the Old Testament, problems followed (Strife, an insatiable
                 desire for more)
      B.  Failed society
            1.  When accursed relationships are treated on the same terms as husband-wife marriage, sin will
                 abound.
            2.  We have seen what happens as a result of cohabitation – desertion, children in poverty, crime
            3.  These rejections of God’s plan constitute a reproach upon our nation. (Proverbs 14:34)
IV.  Our Duty
      A.  Be committed to our marriages
      B.  We must teach our children the sacred nature of marriage.
      C.  Continue to proclain God’s definition of marriage

April 5, 2009
Glenn Record

• Weather permitting, there will be a Egg Hunt / Kite Flying on the church grounds Sunday, April 5, at 3:30PM.  A final decision will be made at Sunday morning services.
• Thank you to all the young men from Maysville Church of Christ who presented their speeches at our Sunday evening service.  The audio from this service is available in the sermon podcasts area.
• Starting next week, there will be a new page on the website – “Men who Serve”.  This page will have the schedule for those participating in the worship service for the next week.  If you are unable to serve, please call Dwight or email the administrator as soon as possible so that a substitute can be arranged.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• ***Update*** Christine Lones’ surgery went well Thursday morning.  The doctors seem very positive, and think that she may not even have to stay overnight.
• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Kitty Gallimore is still sick at home.  Frankie is now also not feeling well.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  She is very weak.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

Service from March 29, 2009
Speaker: Various

Evening service from March 29, 2009, where the Maysville Young Men came to practice for Lads to Leaders.

Sermon from March 29, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

March 29, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from May 22, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Francis Martin is having health problems.
• Kitty Gallimore is sick at home.  The doctors think she may have bronchial pneumonia.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is back at home now recovering from his surgery and seems to be doing much better.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  She is very weak.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.    Introduction
      A.  This lesson was written by Brother Gus Nichols
      B.  What is the greatest question asked by men?
           1.  There have been questions of great importance asked by a number of people.
           2.  The importance of their questions is often a matter of circumstance.
           3.  The greatest question affects us for all eternity.
           4.  Forms of this question appear on three occasions in the book of Acts (16:30; 22:10; 2:37)
           5.  This question has to do with our eternal destiny. (Matthew 16:26)
II.   Analysis of the question.
      A.  There are two parts to the question.
           1.  The sinner’s part: “What must I do”
           2.  God’s part: “to be saved”
      B.  The sinner’s part
           1.  ”What” – what are the things that relate to salvation?
           2.  ”What must” – Isn’t what one may do (Acts 9:6)
           3.  ”What must I” – God has done His part – it’s our move.
           4.  ”What must I do” – action, not feeling.
III.  The Jailer’s Question Answered (Acts 16:30)
      A.  The Philippian jailer asked the question knowing little or nothing about Jesus Christ.
      B.  In answering, Paul began at the very first “Believe in the Lord Jesus…” (Acts 16:31)
           1.  ”Trust and obey”
           2.  They preached Christ unto him so that he could believe. (Acts 16:32; Romans 10:17)
           3.  He evidently believed and repented (Acts 16:33)
                a.  He tried to correct some of the harm done to them; he washed their stripes
           4.  He was baptized the same hour (Acts 16:33,34; Hebrews 5:9)
IV.   The Answer Given At Pentecost (Acts 2:37)
      A.  The crowd at Pentecost asked a similiar question, but with a different knowledge of Jesus.
           1.  They had heard Peter’s message
           2.  They believed the truth of these matters
           3.  However, they had not put their faith into obedience.
      B.  The apostle Peter gave them a command to do by faith in order to be saved (Acts 2:38)
           1.  ”Repent and be baptized every one of you”
           2.  ”for the remission of sins” for which Christ had shed his blood (Matthew 26:28)
           3.  ”they then that gladly received his word were baptized” (Acts 2:41a)
           4.  ”the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.” (Acts 2:41b)
           5.  ”And the Lord added to the church such as should be saved.” (Acts 2:47)
      C.  Those saved were those who had obeyed.
           1.  Those who obeyed in faith were added to the church Christ said He would build (Matthew 16:18;
               Acts 2:47; Ephesians 1:22,23; 5:23; 4:4)
           2.  These who received the answer to the greatest question and acted on it were merely Christians (John
               17:20,21; Ephesians 4:3)
V.   Conclusion
      A.  Have you considered the most important question?
      B.  Don’t let this question go unanswered in your life.

March 22, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from March 15, 2009
Speaker: Paul Powers

Sermon from March 08, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Pam MacLean is sick with the flu.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) is at home now recovering from his surgery.
• Robert Pylant, Pat Steele’s father is in Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, AL with pneumonia.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

Sermon from March 01, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) had surgery Wednesday the 25th.  The doctors had to remove a kidney due to the tumor, but there were no signs that there was any spreading.  The other kidney is functioning well, and the doctors are hopeful that he will not have to have dialysis.  He will be in Huntsville  Hospital for a few days for recovery.
• Robert Pylant, Pat Steele’s father is in Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, AL with pneumonia.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.

I.     Introduction
       A.  We are to be people who speak the truth
       B.  But speaking the truth involves more than just not lying.
           1.  There is a need to speak relevant, pertinent truth.
           2.  Suppose you notice your neighbor’s house on fire, with him in it.
               a.  There is a need to communicate truth to him.
               b.  There are a number of things that you could talk about that would be truthful.
               c.  But what kind of neighbor are you if you neglect to mention that their house is on fire?
       C.  Love compels us to speak the necessary truths – even if we must do so bluntly.
           1.  We are told to be “speaking the truth in love”
           2.  Are we talking around the central spiritual issues?
           3.  Let us consider how we are to speak truth to the world.
II.    It is easier to speak inoffensive truths
       A.  We can easily rationalize away the need to speak frankly.
       B.  As a result, we speak less directly to the central truth of the Gospel.
       C.  But this isn’t the model we see in Jesus, or in His apostles.
           1.  They spoke bluntly, plainly stating the condition people were in.
           2.  They stated plainly what those in that condition needed to do.
III.   Jesus and the apostles spoke bluntly.
       A.  Jesus told people what they needed to hear, not what they wanted to hear.
           1.  To the crowd searching for physical food (John 6:25-27)
           2.  To the Jewish leadership (Luke 11:37-54)
           3.  To Nicodemus (John 3:1-5)
       B.  Peter told the people what they needed to hear, even though it indicted them.
           1.  At Pentecost, in trials (Acts 2:336-40; 4:10-12)
           2.  To Simon (Acts 8:19-23)
       C.  Paul told Peter what he needed to hear (Gal 2:14)
       D.  What was their motivation?
           1.  Were they fault-finding? Judgmental? Argumentative?
           2.  No! They spoke out of love, true concern for those in danger.
IV.  We too must be lovingly blunt in speaking the truth of the Bible message.
       A.  There is a great need for us to speak the whole truth.
           1.  We must not heal the woulds of people lightly (Jer. 6:14)
           2.  We do no service to our God or our neighbor by softly speaking irrelevant facts.
           3.  People who are lost without knowledge of the truth need to hear it. (Acts 20:27)
       B.  We must consider what we say (Col. 4:5-6)
           1.  We should not be rude, contentious
           2.  Our approach needs to be contemplated wisely
           3.  Our words need to be seasoned with salt.
       C.  There is no guarantee that it will be well received
           1.  Jesus’ direct, blunt message to the crowd was not well-received (John 6:41-42, 52, 60)
           2.  When we speak His message, we either draw men or repel them.
           3.  But revealing truth is the only way to bring about the repentance that leads to life.
V.    Conclusion
       A.  ”Speaking the truth” implies active participation in the truth.
       B.  Is your house on fire?

Glenn Record
March 1, 2009

Sermon from February 22, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) had surgery Wednesday the 25th.  The doctors had to remove a kidney due to the tumor, but there were no signs that there was any spreading.  The other kidney is functioning well, and the doctors are hopeful that he will not have to have dialysis.  He will be in Huntsville  Hospital for a few days for recovery.
• Robert Pylant, Pat Steele’s father is in Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, AL with pneumonia.
• Lawry Schrader, a close friend of David Blevins has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have are hopeful that the medicine that they have her on will eventually help with her thyroid condition.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is back back at home now and is doing much better.

I.    Introduction
      A.  Doing something someone else hates is bad for a relationship.
      B.  We have a relationship with God that we don’t want to damage. (James 4:8; Isaiah 59:1-2)
      C.  When the Bible states explicit things that God hates, I better take notice.
           1.  These things are abhorrent, disgusting to God.
           2.  I don’t want to do them, ever!
      D.  What are these things God hates?
II.   Things which are an abomination to God.
      A.  Haughty eyes (Daniel 4:30)
      B.  Lying tongue (John 8:44)
      C.  Hands that shed innocent blood
      D.  Heart that devices wicked plans (Matthew 15:18-19; Genesis 6:5; Acts 5:3)
      E.  Feet that make haste to run to evil
      F.  False witness who breathes out lies (I Kings 21:13; Acts 6:11)
      G.  One who sows discord among brothers
III.  Why does God hate these things so?
      A.  Notice how many of these things God made, gives
           1.  Five are parts of the body that God has made (Genesis 1:31)
           2.  Two are useful roles of service if done according to His purposes
      B.  God hates the use of His creation to do evil.
           1.  Satan would have us use these against God’s purposes
           2.  The golden calf built by Israel is an example of this turning a gift around (Exodus 32)
           3.  This same turn of blessings into cursings continues to our own day.
IV.   ”Men and brethern, what shall we do?”
      A.  There was a point in history where all of these hated things came together.
      B.  For those who had committed these hateful sins, there was forgiveness.
           1.  Though self-serving all along, God used them to serve His purpose.
           2.  Those who had done these abominations were told what to do (Acts 2:38)
      C.  Repentance demands that we turn these God-given tools to His purposes
           1.  Eyes – to see how we can humbly serve.
           2.  Tongues – to praise His name, to speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15)
           3.  Hands – to serve, give (Ephesians 4:28)
           4.  Hearts – to keep pure, sanctified for God’s purposes (Hebrews 10:22)
           5.  Feet – to spread the message of the Gospel (Romans 10:15)
           6.  True witness – about the life that is in Christ.
           7.  Peacemaking – to bring about peace, work towards unity in His body (Epesians 4:3)
V.   Conclusion
      A.  How are you using what God has given you?
      B.  How is your relationship with God?

Glenn Record
February 22, 2009

Sermon from February 15, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

• Dorothy York (Paula South’s mother) – Doctors have found a mass above her stomach and liver.  She will be undergoing tests later in the week to determine a course of action.
• Lawry Schrader, a close friend of David Blevins has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has a kidney mass.  The doctors believe that they will be able to remove the mass and leave enough of the kidney that Darrell will not have to have dialysis.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have determined that the treatment they were considering will not be helpful.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is back back at home now and is doing much better.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer.

I.  Introduction
    A.  I have heard of a husband/wife difference in perceptions related to gift-giving.
    B.  Husbands have a tendency to focus on one great gift.
        1.  One the expresses greatness in worth
        2.  The gift becomes a “milestone” to us.
    C.  However, wives are often happier when they receive more small gifts.
        1.  Each gift is a thought
        2.  They appreciate being thought of often.
    D.  There seems to be a spiritual corollary to this, as well.
        1.  Our relationship with God is one of devotion. (1 John 4:19)
        2.  Because of human nature, we tend to view our need to give, serve God inadequately
        3.  The rich young ruler’s idea of offering to God. (Matt. 19:16,ff)
II.  The “rich young ruler” was looking for the “great” thing he could do.
     A.  “What good deed must I do…”
         1.  He came to Jesus to get a gift idea for God
         2.  He isn’t alone in thinking along these lines.
     B.  Some have the “milestone” notion of service to God
         1.  Something they look forward to someday doing. (Mark 14:29-31)
         2.  Something they feel they can look back on. (Matt. 7:23)
III. Jesus pointed to the small things that must be done in our relationship with God.
      A.  “Keep the commandments”
          1.  Jesus first calls attention to the small, day-by-day things that must be observed.
          2.  These are small acts of selfless devotion.
      B.  Most of what Jesus calls for us to do are small things.
          1.  The commandments.
          2.  Others, peculiarly small, but difficult deeds. (Matthew 5:38-45)
      C.  Small things show our devotion to God
          1.  By doing these small things, we are imitating our Father.
          2.  God does countless imperceptible, small things because of His love for us. (Matt. 5:46-48)
      D.  Even the small things become big things when done for Jesus
          1.  Jesus notices those small deeds done for Him. (Matt. 12:42-44; Matt. 26:7,ff)
          2.  Jesus rewards those things (Matt. 25:34,ff; 25:21)
IV.  There is a great thing that must be done, as well.
     A.  In his own eyes, the rich man had taken care of the small things.
     B.  But Jesus calls him to a great offering, as well as to the small things.
          1.  He doesn’t give him some great deed that will earn life.
          2.  On the contrary, he calls for the rich man to do what He calls you and me to do.
          3.  He calls us to join Him in dying. (Matt. 16:24)
     C.  Jesus gives him a directive consisting of five verbs
          1.  Go, Sell, Give, Come, Follow
          2.  These comprise a great, self-emptying act that truly shows devotion.
          3.  So do these: Hear, Believe, Repent, Confess, Be Baptized
     D.  For some, that is too big an offering. It is giving up too much.
V.  Conclusion
     A.  Are you doing the small things in your life that show your devotion to God?
     B.  Have you done the great thing you must do to be His child?

Sermon from February 8, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Dorothy York (Paula South’s mother) – Doctors have found a mass above her stomach and liver.  She will be undergoing tests later in the week to determine a course of action.
• Lawry Schrader, a close friend of David Blevins has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has a kidney mass.  The doctors believe that they will be able to remove the mass and leave enough of the kidney that Darrell will not have to have dialysis.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have determined that the treatment they were considering will not be helpful.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is back back at home now and is doing much better.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer.

I.    Introduction
      A.  We continue our look at the leadership roles in the church.
      B.  The need for this type of leader arose in he very early days of the church. (Acts 6:1-6)
           1.  There was a need for leadership in the daily work of the church.
           2.  The apostles dealt with this situation by issuing a call.
           3.  This set a precedent for a role of leadership in service: the deacons.
      C.  The New Testament established the role of deacons in the church. (Philemon 1:1; I Timothy 3:8)
           1.  As with elders, we see references to the deacons in the New Testament epistles (Philemon 1:1)
                a.  ”doulos” – bondservants, slaves (like Paul and Timothy in the same verse)
                b.  ”oiketes” – house servants (Luke 16:13; Romans 14:4)
                c.  ”diakonos” – table servants – Here, a reference to an office, role in the church.
           2.  As he did with elders, Paul related to Timothy the qualities for those in this role. (I Timothy 3:8-13)
           3.  Let us examine the role of the deacon: its duties, its qualifications, and its rewards.
II.   The Duties of Deacons
      A.  There are physical needs to be met in the church.
           1.  The needs of its members
           2.  The business needs of the church
           3.  The organizational needs of the church
           4.  The outreach of the church
      B.  These are critical duties to be performed, and require leadership in carrying them out.
           1.  The church always has a need for capable deacons
           2.  Those who have the heart of a servant
           3.  Those who are responsible, dependable.
      C.  The service of deacons enables the church to operate efficiently.
           1.  ”Musical chairs” in duties within the church
           2.  When deacons are empowered to do their work, the church benefits.
III.  The Qualifications of Deacons (I Timothy 3:8-13)
      A.  The men who serve must be representative of the standards of Christian living.
           1.  They are visible as those authorized by the church.
           2.  The church deserves quality leaders in service
      B.  Deacons are to be men who exempplify Christian service.
           1.  Dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain (8)
           2.  Hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience (9)
           3.  Husband of one wife, managing their children and their own households well (12)
           4.  To be tested first, prove blameless (10)
      C.  Wives of deacons (11)
           1.  Dignified, not slanderers, sober-minded, faithful in all things
IV. &nbspThe Benefits of Service (I Timothy 3:13)
      A.  Good standing
           1.  True greatness (Matthew 23:11; Mark 9:35)
           2.  As all true servants of Christ, the will be exalted (John 12:26)
      B.  Confidence in the faith
           1.  Service leads to spiritual development
           2.  It enhances talents in continued service to God and men.
V.   Conclusion
      A.  We can be thankful for our deacons
      B.  How is your service to God?

Glenn Record
February 8, 2009

Sermon from February 1, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Dorothy York (Paula South’s mother) – Doctors have found a mass above her stomach and liver.  She will be undergoing tests later in the week to determine a course of action.
• Lawry Schrader, a close friend of David Blevins has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has a kidney mass.  The doctors believe that they will be able to remove the mass and leave enough of the kidney that Darrell will not have to have dialysis.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have determined that the treatment they were considering will not be helpful.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is back back at home now and is doing much better.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer.

I.   Introduction
     A.  The church needs leaders.
          1.  It is made up of people of varying maturity.
          2.  It has members of differing spiritual needs (Hebrews 5:14)
     B.  God gave leaders to the church as a gift to help it grow. (Ephesians 4:11-12)
          1.  These leaders see to the task of helping the church as a whole.
          2.  This is a great and very grave responsibility, as we shall see.
     C.  The Bible lays out a very plain description of those who are to be the leaders of the church.
          1.  Many groups have differing opinions about leadership.
          2.  The Bible gives very clear instruction about those who are to lead.
II.  What do the church’s leaders do?
     A.  The Bible plan: a plurality of elders/overseers/shepherds.
          1.  The New Testament uses three terms to describe the church leaders.
               a.  ”Elders” (Acts 11:30; 14:23)
               b.  ”Overseer” (Philippians 1:1)
               c.  ”Pastor” or Shepherd (Ephesians 4:11)
          2.  These roles don’t describe multiple roles, but a single one (Acts 20:17, 28)
     B.  Their duties are implied in the names for their office.
          1.  Acts 20:17 – Paul called the elders (presbuteros) — older.
          2.  Acts 20:28 – The Holy Spirit has made them overseers, bishops (episkopos)
          3.  They are to care for (poimaino), or shepherd (poimen) the church (John 10:27; 21:15-17)
     C.  Peter offers encouragement, direction for the role (I Peter 5:1-4)
          1.  He uses the same descriptive terms of the role.
          2.  He addresses the motivations, purposes of the elders.
III. What must an elder be?
     A.  Paul gave explicit instructions concerning the qualifications (I Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9)
          1.  He wrote to Timothy and Titus to remind them of the requirements for the role (Titus 1:5)
          2.  His use of “must” is noteworthy – “necessary”
     B.  The qualifications are an embodiment of the Christian ideal.
          1.  Godly character
          2.  Proven capable family leader
          3.  Knowledge, experience in the truth
          4.  Strong personal relation skills
          5.  Integrity in material matters
IV. What is the church’s obligation to the elders?
     A.  We are to obey and submit (Hebrews 13:17)
          1.  They have rule, authority, responsibility (Jeremiah 23:1-2)
          2.  We must submit to their authority
     B.  We are to respect, honor them
          1.  Respect, esteem highly (I Thessalonians 5:12-13)
          2.  They are worthy of double honor (I Timothy 5:17)
V.  Conclusion
     A.  The elders are vital to the spiritual condition of the church.
     B.  Let us resolve to make the elders’ jobs easy
     C.  Let us resolve to make their account one of joy.

Glenn Record
February 1, 2009

Sermon from January 25, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Dorothy York (Paula South’s mother) – Doctors have found a mass above her stomach and liver.  She will be undergoing tests later in the week to determine a course of action.
• Lawry Schrader, a close friend of David Blevins has been diagnosed with cancer.
• George Walter (friend of the Harris family) has an infection in his stomach.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has a kidney mass.  The doctors believe that they will be able to remove the mass and leave enough of the kidney that Darrell will not have to have dialysis.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have determined that the treatment they were considering will not be helpful.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is back at Vanderbilt with more complications.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer.

I.   Introduction
      A. Covenant is an important concept to understand.
          1. We celebrate te establishment of our covenant with God each week.
          2. Covenant: a solemn, binding agreement.
      B. God has long established covenants with men
          1. With Noah (Gen. 9:9, 6:18)
          2. With Abraham (Gen 15:18; 17:7-8)
      C. What are the terms of our covenant with Him?
          1. What has He offered us as His part?
          2. What do we vow to offer God?
II. The Old Covenant
     A. God established a covenant with Israel through Moses.
         1. It was an agreement in which each would commit to the other (Exodus 19:5-6)
         2. The covenant was formally established (Exodus 24::7-8)
         3. The covenant was perpetual, applying to all born into it. (Exodus 12:17)
         4. Moses warned Israel about breaking the covenant (Deut. 4:23-24)
     B. God kept His word, but Israel violated the covenant.
         1. He delivered the land of Canaan, exalted Israel.
         2. But the Israelites kept turning away from obedience, faithfulness to God. (Hos. 6:4-7; Dan. 9:4-5)
     C. God foretold a new covenant. (Jer. 31:31-34; Heb 8:7-12; Mal. 3:1)
III. The New Covenant
     A. The New Covenant was to be established in a similar way as the Old had been.
         1. Jesus pronounced the teachings, the Law of Christ during His ministry
         2. He established the covenant with blood (Luke 22:20; Rev. 7:14)
         3. It is a covenant into which we are born (John 3:3,5)
     B. It is a covenant in which all know Him (Heb 8:11)
IV. What does this covenant mean to us?
     A. It is to be a covenant of mutual obligation
     B. God is absolutely faithful to uphold His end. (Heb 8:12; I Cor. 1:9)
     C. Our lives must be spent upholding our agreement with God.
         1. His laws must be on our hearts (Heb 8:10)
         2. We come into this relationship agreeing to live righteously (Psa 50:16-17; Acts 2:38)
         3. We live in covenant relationship
             a. He is our God (Matt. 22:37; 10:32)
             b. We are His people
                 i.   The kingdom of priests, the holy nation (Rev. 1:6; I Peter 2:9)
                 ii.  Practicing righteousness rather than sin (I John 3:9)
                 iii. Striving for His perfection (Matt. 5:48)
V.   Conclusion
       A. Are you a part of the New Covenant?
       B. Are you living up to your end of the agreement?

Sermon from January 18, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Dorothy York (Paula South’s mother) – Doctors have found a mass above her stomach and liver.  She will be undergoing tests later in the week to determine a course of action.
• Lawry Schrader, a close friend of David Blevins has been diagnosed with cancer.
• George Walter (friend of the Harris family) has an infection in his stomach.
• Shannon & Nathan Smith (Jim MacLean’s niece) had a difficult delivery of the new baby, and is having health problems.
• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has a kidney mass.  The doctors believe that they will be able to remove the mass and leave enough of the kidney that Darrell will not have to have dialysis.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have determined that the treatment they were considering will not be helpful.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is being sent back to Vanderbilt with more complications.
• Lois Morgan is still having issues with her health.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) as he struggles with health issues.
• Remember Rachel Koger as she continues to recover.

The Gospel on Trial
Acts 5:17-42

I.  Introduction
A.  We put confidence in things that have been tested.
B.  We have a Gospel message of salvation that has been rigorously tested.
1.  The testing, trials commenced immediately (Acts 3-4)
2.  It has been, and continues to be put on trial.
C.  Let’s look at the ways it was tested – and defended – in New Testament times.

II.  The truth of the Gospel has withstood persecution, intimidation. (Acts 5:29-31)
A.  Have you ever been put on the spot to answer someone?
1.  The truthful answer isn’t really what they want to hear?
2.  At such times, it seems so easy to tell people what they want to hear.
a.  Give them the answer they like, and everyone gets along.
b.  “We must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29)
B.  Peter’s response is firm, reasoned, powerful, and apt.
1. Peter doesn’t alter his message to gain favor.
2.  Nor does he resort to polemic, belligerence.
3.  He simply tells the truth as those present needed to hear it.
a.  They needed to know that God raised Him.  (Acts 5:30)
b.  They needed to be told that they put Him to death. (Acts 5:30; II Sam 12:7)
4.  Such a complete, accurate, on-point response is the only one love will allow.
a.  Love demands we make available the words of life to all (I Peter 3:14-16; Eph. 4:15)
b.  Peter states that repentance and forgiveness are available to Israel (Acts 5:31)

III.  The truth of the Gospel is affirmed by witnesses. (Acts 5:32)
A.  The events of the Gospel were witnessed by men.
1.  The witnesses were numerous, and convinced. (I Cor. 15:4-8; II Peter 1:16-18; I John 1:1)
2.  The witnesses had little to gain, much to lose for their testimony. (I Cor. 4:11-13; 15:19)
B.  The Holy Spirit also offers testimony.
1.  His presence was apparent in the acts of the apostles.
2.  He is still alive in the lives of Christians – “those who obey” God. (Acts 5:32)

IV.  The truth of the Gospel withstands the test of time. (Acts 5:34-39)
A.  Gamaliel convinced the court to let time be the judge.
1.  Men had been trying to declare themselves Messiah for some time. (Matt. 24:24)
2.  Gamaliel listed some who had sought a following, yet failed. (Acts 5:36-37)
3.  He correctly understood this: the God’s true deliverer will not fail. (I Cor. 15:25)
B.  The Gospel has triumphed throughout time since.
1.  Critics have arisen in recent centuries determined to discredit it.
2.  It continues to shine even brighter when men shed more light on it.
a.  William Ramsay
b.  Archaeology, the sciences, human experiences continue to confirm the Bible account.

V.  Conculsion
A.  We can have confidence in the Gospel of the grace of God.
B.  We must participate in the defense of the Gospel truth.
1.  God has left it to the church to stand for the Gospel, speak in its defense.
2.  We must obey the Gospel.
3.  We must be prepared to defend it, as Peter did.

January 18, 2009
Glenn Record

Sermon from January 11, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has a kidney mass.  The doctors believe that they will be able to remove the mass and leave enough of the kidney that Darrell will not have to have dialysis.
• Alma Vanderlinden is still having health problems.  The doctors have determined that the treatment they were considering will not be helpful.
• Jim MacLean’s niece recently had an extremely difficult delivery of her new baby, and is having health issues.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is back at home and doing much better.
• Lois Morgan is still having issues with her health.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) as he struggles with health issues.
• Remember Rachel Koger as she continues to recover.

Withstanding a Harsh Environment
I Thessalonians 5:1-11

Sermon audio is available here.

Sermon from January 04, 2009
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon Outline available here.

Offering Firstfruits
Proverbs 3:9-10

Sermon audio available here.

Sermon from December 21, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has been found to have a kidney mass and is being treated for diverticulitis.  The doctors think they will need to remove the mass.  Keep him in your prayers.
• Tabitha Ivey, Debbie Ivey’s daughter-in-law, had knee surgery.  Keep her in your prayers.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is suffering from a serious illness.  He is currently in Vanderbilt Medical Center, but they think he may get to come home soon.  Please keep David and his family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan is still having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

The Child of Promise
Hebrews 11:17-19

Sermon audio available here.

Sermon from December 14, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Darrell Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) has been found to have a kidney mass and is being treated for diverticulitis.  The doctors think they will need to remove the mass.  Keep him in your prayers.
• Tabitha Ivey, Debbie Ivey’s daughter-in-law, had knee surgery.  Keep her in your prayers.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is suffering from a serious illness.  Please keep David and his family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan is still having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

The Priest-King
Genesis 14:18-21

Sermon Audio available here.

Sermon from December 07, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mr. Vanderlinden (Alma’s husband, Pam MacLean’s father) was admitted to the hospital over the weekend.  He is having kidney problems and is being treated for diverticulitis.  Keep him in your prayers.
• Tabitha Ivey, Debbie Ivey’s daughter-in-law, had knee surgery.  Keep her in your prayers.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is suffering from a serious illness.  Please keep David and his family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan is still having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

The Last Adam
I Corinthians 15:45

Sermon audio available here.

Sermon from November 30, 2008
Speaker: Tim Boyett

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Robert Pylant, Pat Steele’s father, is in Walker Baptist Medical Center, Room 264, Jasper, AL with pneumonia.
• Tabitha Ivey, Debbie Ivey’s daughter-in-law, had knee surgery.  Keep her in your prayers.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is suffering from a serious illness.  Please keep David and his family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan is in the is now home from the hospital, but is having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Sermon from November 23, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon Outline is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Dorothy Hall, John Hall’s grandmother, passed away Saturday.  Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5PM – 8PM, and the funeral will be at 10AM on Wednesday.  Both will be at Spry Funeral Home.  Keep John and his family in your prayers.
• Robert Pylant, Pat Steele’s father, is in Walker Baptist Medical Center, Room 264, Jasper, AL with pneumonia.
• Tabitha Ivey, Debbie Ivey’s daughter-in-law, had knee surgery last week.  Keep her in your prayers.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is suffering from a serious illness.  Please keep David and his family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan is in the is now home from the hospital, but is having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Leann White, Christina Harris’s husband’s cousin is having serious health issues.  Please keep her in your prayers.
• Evelyn Miles’s aunt Beatrice has fallen and broken her hip.  She has developed seizures following the accident, and the doctors are not sure what is causing them.  Please keep her in your prayers as she recovers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

What Was Jesus Thankful For?
Matthew 11:25-26; 15:35-36; John 11:41-42

Sermon Audio is available here.

Sermon from November 16, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon Outline is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Robert Pylant, Pat Steele’s father, is in Walker Baptist Medical Center, Room 264, Jasper, AL with pneumonia.
• Tabitha Ivey, Debbie Ivey’s daughter-in-law, had knee surgery last week.  Keep her in your prayers.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is suffering from a serious illness.  Please keep David and his family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan is in the is now home from the hospital, but is having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Leann White, Christina Harris’s husband’s cousin is having serious health issues.  Please keep her in your prayers.
• Evelyn Miles’s aunt Beatrice has fallen and broken her hip.  She has developed seizures following the accident, and the doctors are not sure what is causing them.  Please keep her in your prayers as she recovers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Help For A Blinded Pilot
John 14:1-6

Sermon Outline from November 16, 2008

Sermon Audio is available here.

Sermon from November 9, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

City of Refuge
Hebrews 6:18

Sermon Outline from November 9, 2008

Sermon audio is available here.

Sermon from November 2, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Tabitha Ivey, Debbie Ivey’s daughter-in-law, had knee surgery last week.  Keep her in your prayers.
• David Robinson, a member at Maysville, is suffering from a serious illness.  Please keep David and his family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan is in the is now home from the hospital, but is having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Leann White, Christina Harris’s husband’s cousin is having serious health issues.  Please keep her in your prayers.
• Evelyn Miles’s aunt Beatrice has fallen and broken her hip.  She has developed seizures following the accident, and the doctors are not sure what is causing them.  Please keep her in your prayers as she recovers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Ears to Hear
Matthew 11:15; James 1:22

Sermon Outline from November 2, 2008

Sermon Audio is available here.

Sermon from October 26, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Luis Kilpatrick, a member at Maysville, had a stroke during their Sunday morning services on the 26th.  The initial scans show that the blood is flowing well in the area that the stroke occurred.  It will be a few days before tests will tell if there is any damage from the stroke.  Please keep Luis and his family in your prayers.
• Pam MacLean is recovering from bronchitis.  The doctor gave her medication last week to help clear it up.
• Lois Morgan is in the is now home from the hospital, but is having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• The doctors have decided to induce labor for Kim Britton on Thursday.  Keep her and Jason in your prayers.
• Leann White, Christina Harris’s husband’s cousin is having serious health issues.  Please keep her in your prayers.
• Evelyn Miles’s aunt Beatrice has fallen and broken her hip.  She has developed seizures following the accident, and the doctors are not sure what is causing them.  Please keep her in your prayers as she recovers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Something More
John 11:20-27

Sermon Outline from October 27, 2008

Sermon audio is available here.

Sermon from October 19, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Lois Morgan is in the is now home from the hospital, but is having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• The doctors have decided to induce labor for Kim Britton on Thursday.  Keep her and Jason in your prayers.
• Leann White, Christina Harris’s husband’s cousin is having serious health issues.  Please keep her in your prayers.
• Evelyn Miles’s aunt Beatrice has fallen and broken her hip.  She has developed seizures following the accident, and the doctors are not sure what is causing them.  Please keep her in your prayers as she recovers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Memorials
I Corinthians 11:23-26

Sermon outline from October 19, 2008

Sermon audio is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Lois Morgan is in the is now home from the hospital, but is having issues with her health.  Keep her in your prayers.
• Leann White, Christina Harris’s husband’s cousin is having serious health issues.  Please keep her in your prayers.
• Evelyn Miles’s aunt has fallen and broken her hip.  She has developed seizures following the accident, and the doctors are not sure what is causing them.  Please keep her in your prayers as she recovers.
• Tim Vaughn, David Blevin’s cousin has fallen off a ladder and has serious head injuries as a result.  Please remember him in your prayers.
• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Sermon from: October 12, 2008
Speaker: Mike Dozier

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is back in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Gay Blenins’ cousin, is recovering from gall bladder surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

We will have our regular last Sunday of the month singing service, but it will be somewhat abbreviated, so that the children are not out too late.  We will follow service with chili dogs, and then the games and candy.  A few ladies of the congregation will be preparing chili, and each family should bring hot dogs and buns for your group.

Sermon from: October 5, 2008
Speaker: George Coffell

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer. Keep him in your prayers.
• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is back in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Gay Blenins’ cousin, is recovering from gall bladder surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Continue to remember Alma Vanderlinden as she continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Sermon outline available here.

The Beatitudes – Enduring as Disciples
Sermon outline from Sep 28, 2008.

Sermon audio is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Roger Martin, Clay Craig’s uncle has been diagnosed with cancer.  Keep him in your prayers.
• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is back in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Gay Blenins’ cousin, is recovering from gall bladder surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Sermon Outline is available here.

The Beatitudes – Living Within the Body of Christ

Audio of this sermon is available here.

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Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Gay Blenins’ cousin, is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.

Sermon outline is available here

The Beatitudes – Spiritually Driven to Follow Jesus

Sermon Outline from September 14, 2008

Audio from this sermon is available here

Sermon from: August 31, 2008

Speaker: Glenn Record

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Kay Glover’s cousin, is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Susan Record has been diagnosed with asthma. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sermon from: August 24, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon Outline is available here.

The Beatitudes – The Composite Sketch of the Blessed

Sermon Outline from August 24, 2008

Sermon audio is available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Kay Glover’s cousin, is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice continues to struggle with her neurological problem that was causing her sickness. Remember her in your prayers.
• Susan Record has been diagnosed with asthma. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Kay Glover’s cousin, is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Susan Record has been diagnosed with asthma. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sermon from: August 17, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Summer Series Lesson from: August 13, 2008
Speaker: Howard South

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Linda Campbell, David Blevins’ aunt, is in Huntsville Hospital. Remember her in your prayers.
• Gene Roland, Kay Glover’s cousin, is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, has begun chemo treatments for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers. Jessie’s updated address is available in the members’ areas.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Susan Record has been diagnosed with asthma. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sermon from: August 10, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon Outline is available here.

The Night Guy Conflict
Romans 7:22-25

Sermon Outline from August 10, 2008

Sermon audio is available here.

Gospel Meeting Sermon
Sermon from: August 06, 2008
Speaker: Roy Sharp

Gospel Meeting Sermon
Sermon from: August 05, 2008
Speaker: Roy Sharp

Gospel Meeting Sermon
Sermon from: August 04, 2008
Speaker: Roy Sharp

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, begins chemo treatments this week for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers. Jessie’s updated address is available in the members’ areas.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Susan Record has been diagnosed with asthma. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Gospel Meeting Sermon
Sermon from: August 03, 2008 (PM Service)
Speaker: Roy Sharp

Gospel Meeting Sermon
Sermon from: August 03, 2008
Speaker: Roy Sharp

Gospel Meeting Sermon
Sunday School Service from: August 03, 2008
Speaker: Roy Sharp

Summer Series Lesson from: July 30, 2008
Speaker: Jack Kachelman

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Mary Jo McKelvey, Susan Record’s aunt, begins chemo treatments this week for lymphoma.
• Jessie McGehee has gone to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Susan Record has been diagnosed with asthma. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• James Keith (friend of Pam MacLean) had surgery on May 15th. He is doing much better since the surgery. Keep him in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan’s daughter is having health issues. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sermon from: July 27, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

Don’t Believe the Lie

Sermon Outline from July 27, 2008

Sermon audio is available here.

Summer Series Lesson from: July 23, 2008
Speaker: Ron Williams

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Jessie McGehee will be going to Mississippi with family to aid in her care. Her health is still failing. Please remember Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Susan Record has been diagnosed with asthma. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Dorthy Hall (John’s grandmother) has a broken bone in her back and is having tests run to determine the best approach for repair.
• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is having tests run on Tuesday to determine if she has cancer.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• James Keith (friend of Pam MacLean) had surgery on May 15th. He is doing much better since the surgery. Keep him in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan’s daughter is having health issues. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sermon from: July 20, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

A Day of Good News

Sermon Outline from July 20, 2008

Sermon audio available here.

Summer Series Lesson from: July 16, 2008
Speaker: Jason Britton

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Kitty Gallimore’s father passed away last week. He was buried Sunday. Please remember Kitty and her family in your prayers at this time.
• Bill McGehee is still recovering from the surgery for an intestinal blockage. He has been moved out of ICU into a room at Crestwood Hospital.
• Fred Kilpatrick passed away last Friday. The funeral will be Monday at 11:00 at Spry Funeral Home.
• Jessie McGehee’s health contunues to suffer. Remember Bill and Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Dorthy Hall (John’s grandmother) has a broken bone in her back and is having tests run to determine the best approach for repair.
• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is having tests run on Tuesday to determine if she has cancer.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• James Keith (friend of Pam MacLean) had surgery on May 15th. Keep him in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan’s daughter is having health issues. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sunday, August 3rd – Wednesday, August 6thBrother Roy Sharp Freed-Hardeman University Professor of Bible, Dean of Students, Counselor

Topic: “The Test of Life”

A printable flyer is available here.

Sermon from: July 13, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Useful Vessels

Sermon Outline from July 13, 2008

Sermon audio available here.

Summer Series Lesson from: July 9, 2008
Speaker: Mike Owens

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Kitty Gallimore’s father passed away Thursday the 10th. He is at Kilgore Green Funeral Home in Jasper, AL. There will be no visitation, and the funeral will be a small “family only” gravside service. Please remember Kitty and her family in your prayers at this time.
• Bill McGehee underwent surgery last Sunday evening for an intestinal blockage. He has been moved out of ICU into a room at Crestwood Hospital.
• Katrina Havron passed away last Friday. Remember the Cash family in your prayers.
• Jessie McGehee’s health contunues to suffer. Remember Bill and Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Dorthy Hall (John’s grandmother) has a broken bone in her back and is having tests run to determine the best approach for repair.
• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is having tests run on Tuesday to determine if she has cancer.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• James Keith (friend of Pam MacLean) had surgery on May 15th. Keep him in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan’s daughter is having health issues. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
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Sermon from: July 6, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline available here.

Practicing Patience

Sermon Outline from July 6, 2008

Sermon audio available here.

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Bill McGehee underwent surgery Sunday evening for an intestinal blockage. He is currently in Crestwood Hospital ICU.
• Katrina Havron passed away Friday. Remember the Cash family in your prayers.
• Jessie McGehee’s health contunues to suffer. Remember Bill and Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice has found that there was a rare neurological problem that was causing her sickness. She has gone to a specialist and is taking medication that seems to be helping some. Remember her in your prayers.
• Rick Glover had surgery on his foot last week, and is recovering at home.
• John Hall had knee surgery on Friday to repair a meniscus tear. He is doing well at home.
• Dorthy Hall (John’s grandmother) has a broken bone in her back and is having tests run to determine the best approach for repair.
• Mary Key (John Hall’s grandmother) is having tests run on Tuesday to determine if she has cancer.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• James Keith (friend of Pam MacLean) had surgery on May 15th. Keep him in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan’s daughter is having health issues. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sermon from: June 29, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.

Tolerance or Truth

Sermon Outline from June 29, 2008

Sermon audio is available here.

Summer Series Lesson From: June 25, 2008
Speaker: Randy Pyle

Prayer Requests / Sick List

• Bill McGehee has been admitted to the ICU at Crestwood Hospital.
• Remember Hobie and Megan in your prayers, as Hobie had an appendectomy while Megan was still in the hospital.
• Jessie McGehee’s health contunues to suffer. Remember Bill and Jessie in your prayers.
• Carolyn Rice is having severe sinus problems. Remember her in your prayers.
• John Hall is having knee surgery on Friday to repair a meniscus tear.
• Katrina Havron is back in Huntsville Hospital ICU and is not doing well. Remember her in your prayers.
• Remember Kim & Jason Britton in your prayers. Kim is pregnant with twins, and is having some bad days with the pregnancy.
• James Keith (friend of Pam MacLean) had surgery on May 15th. Keep him in your prayers.
• Ronny Henegar (Chuck Boyett’s nephew, Michele Clements’ cousin) has been diagnosed with cancer. Please keep this family in your prayers.
• Lois Morgan’s daughter is having health issues. Please keep her in your prayers.
• Continue to remember James Barnett (Betty Ann Broman’s father) in your prayers as he struggles with health issues.
• Alma Vanderlinden continues to struggle with thyroid problems.
• Remember Rachel Koger in your prayers as she continues to recover.
• For addresses of those mentioned in the announcements, please log in using your username and password. The addresses will then appear on the home page just above the calendar.

Sermon from: June 22, 2008
Speaker: Glenn Record

Sermon outline is available here.