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February 13, 2019

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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, Februar y 13, 2019 C-1 CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. We have "acquaintances" and we have "friends." The amount of time we spend with our friends usually ex- ceeds the time we spend with acquaintances. It's the amount of time we spend with our friends that enables us to know them better. The same is true with honoring Christ. The more personal time we spend with Christ in reaching God's Word and prayer, the more we will know Him. Only through honoring Christ can we live resurrection life that He has called us to live. "Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and strain- ing toward what is ahead. I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus" (Philippi- ans 3:13-14, NIV ). Ken Reeder, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter The Church Page is made possible by the following Firms and Businesses: Amber Manor Care Center Petersburg — 812-354-3001 Benner & Co. Heating and Air Petersburg — 812-354-3433 Computers Plus Radio Shack Petersburg — 812-354-9633 DougGlass DBA Hold Everything Self Storage — 812-354-1110 Four Star Fabricators Petersburg — 812-354-9995 www.fourstarfab.com Harris Funeral Home 7th and Walnut Streets, Petersburg Phone: 812-354-8844 Play & Learn Preschool Campbelltown — 812-354-3999 Baptist Baptist Baptist Assembly of God CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes Ramblings of my mind by Lowell Thomas How God empowers his witnesses Minutes with the Bible by Pastor Ricky Kurth Continued on page 2 See INSIGHT on 3 Insight by Dave Ingler Forgiving others S.I.N.G.S. GOSPEL $10 DONATION AT THE DOOR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 812-257-7992. EVENT CANCELED IF SNOW STORM Washington High School Auditorium 608 E. Walnut St., Washington Local Groups begin at 6:45 p.m. EST THURSDAY, FEB. 28 THE JIM BRADY TRIO performs at 7:45 p.m. "For through him we both have access to the Father by one spirit." (Ephesians 2:18) As the Apostle Paul wrote these words to the Gentile Christians in Ephesus, it was im- perative that they understood how their new relationship with God the Father would cause them to change their prejudices, hatred and unforgiveness toward the Jewish people whom they despised. No longer could feelings of unforgiveness and bitterness reside in the life of someone who was a follower of Christ. No longer could one refuse to forgive others when God had freely and unconditionally forgiven them. Ha- tred toward another could no longer be justi- fied because of some act that had been done to them personally or to an ancestor in the past. These believers were now new creations in Christ Jesus and attitudes once natural to the old man no longer belonged in hearts cre- ated for good works. Even though these feelings had existed for centuries, God expected these new Christians to demonstrate their new nature of love by for- giving and forgetting past hurts and to learn His rationale for building the body of Christ. They were to learn that God uses a diversi- ty of methods and people to accomplish His purposes and without tolerance, patience, and love, this new body of believers would lose its effectiveness in a world already torn by strife and hate. God, who reconciled a lost and dy- ing world to Himself, now expected His follow- ers to offer this same reconciliation to those around them. Just as the Jew and the Gentile had to learn forgiveness and acceptance toward each oth- er, we too are forbidden to make barriers with others because of some wrong we have ex- perienced or known. Because God has re- moved the partition between Himself and As we know, Paul wrought mighty miracles, as Peter and the Pentecostal believers had do- ne. Indeed, a comparison of Paul's miracles with those of Peter shows Paul's to have been the mightier. This was mainly in divine confir- mation of his apostleship, since Paul was not one of the twelve (II Cor. 12:11,12). But it is clear from a study of Paul's min- istry and his epistles that these miraculous demonstrations were to vanish away as the dispensation of grace was fully ushered in (See I Cor. 13:8; Rom. 8:22,23; II Cor. 4:16 - 5:4; 12:10 ; Phil. 3:20,21; I Tim. 5:23; II Tim. 4:20). In fact, in the last seven of Paul's epis- tles nothing whatever is said about signs, mir- acles, healings, tongues, visions or the cast- ing out of demons. How, then, does God now empower His servants in their conflict with Satan and his demons? The answer is: by the Holy Spirit through His Word, as it is preached with con- viction. There is a great volume of evidence as to this in Paul's epistles, including his ear- ly epistles. Two examples: I Cor. 2:4: "And my speech and my preach- ing was not with enticing [persuasive] words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power." Mark well, this was power in his preaching, not in performing miracles. Indeed at the very same time when he proclaimed his God-giv- en message with such power, he himself was very weak, for in the preceding verse he says: "And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling." The other example is I Thes. 1:5: "For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance…" In Thessalonica too, Paul had suffered much opposition and persecution, until the whole city was in an uproar (Acts 17:1-5), and this may well have been the result of his pow- erful preaching. Out of the "uproar," however, sprang the beloved Thessalonian church, an example and inspiration to those won to Christ under more benign circumstances. I'm sitting here in front of my keyboard realizing that I should have written this last night instead of waiting until Monday morn- ing. Sometimes you get behind and have to just do your best and hope it is good enough. Last week was my week for doctoring be- cause I had to see my regular doctor, my blood doctor and had to dispose of blood to get my iron level back to suitable level. If you are a descendant of Northern Europe you could possibly have too much iron in your blood due to a condition named hemo-chro- matosis. At present time the only thing that can be done for it is letting the infusion cen- ter draw off enough blood to bring down your levels. It's not as bad as it sounds because it is similar to giving blood only they can't use your blood due to regulations. Two of the doctors were concerned about the kangaroo pouch I have called a stomach and both talked about diet. I am trying to get rid of this excess I carry around but it is hard to stick to a diet. We cancelled church again Sunday be- cause of bad roads and highway 257 being closed. It is possible for us to have more bad weather but each day brings us closer to nic- er weather where we can get out the shorts and be out mowing or just enjoying what God has created for us. Not much can be said about our govern- ment except they seem to be listening to one another a little more. There are some things going on right now that should be addressed by our representatives such as the abortion issue. To take a life even before it is born is MURDER no matter how you look at it and no matter what side you support. God said in His commandments "Thou shalt not kill" and that is what he meant. Why do we think we can over rule God. It would be wise to sup- port God and not man. I could say more but I usually say too much about our politics and there are enough peo- ple in the world ready to pick up on what you say even if it isn't what you intended to say and make a big stink about it. But each and every one of has an opinion only most have enough sense to keep it under control. I hope I'm one of them. We should share our concerns with our representatives if you can reach them be- cause they should know how we are thinking. Well enough rambling around for this week try to be a blessing to someone. RIVER OF LIFE 342 E. CR 300 N. Petersburg Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m. and Con- sumed youth group 7 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 7 p.m.; Men's ministry meeting every other Thurs- day 10 a.m. If you would like a ride to WASHINGTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 320 S. Meridian Street Washington Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday evening dinner and Bible study at 6 p.m. and from church services, call 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S. Winslow Phone: 812-354-3862 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Jim King, superintendent, Paul Couts, assistant; morn- ing worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 6:30 p.m. My hope and prayer for all people who read this is that you will make a decision to confess the past, repent from your sins and accept Je- sus as this Savior and Lord. See our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Ayr- shireValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m. • Sunday, Feb. 17, I Love My Church Sunday. Every- one will have an opportuni- ty to tell why they love their church. We will have a reg- ular business meeting after the morning worship ser- vice. • Saturday, Feb. 23, United of Indiana Sunday School Convention at Camp Brosend. Hosted by Little Zi- on General Baptist Church. Registration 8:30 -9 a.m. CST. • Sunday, Feb. 24, fourth Sunday and morning wor- ship offering will go to the building fund. • Sunday, March 3, Assis- tant Sunday. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 8th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 Welcome to our church family Sunday activities: 9 a.m. Praise Band practice; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for two yrs. old-adult and 10 :30 a.m. Sunday worship. Wednesday activities: 6 -7:30 p.m. Grub to Club. Everyone is welcomed to Grub (meal) from 6 -6:30 p.m.; Club for two years to fifth grade from 6:30 -7:30 p.m.; 6:30 -7:30 p.m. Adult Bible study; 6:30 -7:30 p.m. Youth: sixth grade through 12th grade. Bill Slaven, Deacon Chairman GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m. and morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; This Wednesday will be our monthly business meeting at 6:30 p.m. Re- scheduled from last week. Remember those on our GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St. Winslow Sunday school 9:30 ; Sun- day morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening wor- IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9659 Pastor 812-890-9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com Sunday adult Bible study and children's Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morn- ing worship at 10 :40 a.m.; Sunday evening service at 6 p.m.; Wednesday adult Bible study at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, Val- entine's fellowship dinner at 6 p.m. "The master said. 'Well do- ne, my good and faithful ser- pent. You have been faith- ful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibil- ities. Let's celebrate togeth- er'" (Matthew 25:23). Mission Statement for 2018 New Beginnings: What would Jesus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH An Independent Baptist Church 4995 N. Co. Rd. 850 E. Otwell (Meeting in the Iva Union Church building) Sunday school for chil- dren and adults 9 a.m.; Sun- day morning worship ser- vice 10 a.m.; Sunday evening service, Youth Group (6th Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Q: What is the reward of peacemakers? Answer: "Blessed are the peacemak- ers: for they shall be called children of God." Reference: Matthew 5:9. Q: What was the name of the evil spirit that pos- sessed the man who lived in the tombs? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (four years old through 5th grade) 6 p.m.; Thursday, prayer ser- vice 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor

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