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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, July 25, 2018 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 because it definitely has all the neces- sary ingredients of a heart felt prayer. Think about it for a moment if someone tells you how much you mean to them. Isn't it easier to of- fer your assistance. If you ask for a need and not a want aren't you more likely to receive what you need. There was another verse used in our lesson that spoke of being ashamed of the gospel but in reality don't you think maybe we don't un- derstand what is being said. Could we also be concerned that because of our life choices we might not feel worthy and we might be re- jected by God. Let me speak to those concerns and assure you that none of us are worthy and if we got what we deserved we too would be left behind. So it isn't a case of being worthy. A truly re- pentant prayer is met with a loving God that offers you a second chance and a new life. If you aren't a Christian then ask God to come into your life and I'm getting to feel like a newspaper preach- er with all this advice. In reality it is easy to ask God but hard to forgive yourself so trust me if God can use me, He can use anyone be- cause I was a mess and sometimes come close to being a mess today, but God cleans me up and hasn't given up on me. Be a blessing and be blessed. Strange, is it not, that when men are suc- cessful, they generally credit themselves liberally for their success but when things go wrong they begin to blame others — even God. The writer does not have up-to-date infor- mation about two particular plots of ground in Moscow, but some years ago one of these was a beautiful garden, the other a patch of weeds. Above each there was a sign. Over the one: "This plot is cared for by the Unit- ed Soviet Socialist Republic," over the oth- er: "This plot is cared for by God" ! Evidently the atheistic Soviets who hatched this "bright idea" did not stop to think that only God could produce the beau- tiful flowers in the USSR plot. All their wa- tering and cultivating would have been in vain except for the God they deny. As to the other plot, they probably did not even know that even in Eden God put the garden in man's charge "to dress it and to keep it" (Gen. 2:15), and later, when man sinned, God said to Adam, "Cursed is the ground for thy sake" (Gen. 3:17). This is why the Soviets must employ a gardener to control the weeds in even their garden! How wrong and foolish, then, for man ever to blame God for anything that goes wrong for him or causes him trouble! Actually, when I have been asked: "If God is a God of love, why does He allow all this trouble and misery, and all this wicked- ness? " I have replied: "That's easy. When God sent His Son into this world offering peace and righteousness and prosperity they cried: 'Away with Him' and nailed Him to a cross. If the Bible is true, and in this case it has surely proved to be true, how can this world expect peace while they still reject the Prince of Peace? " A friend told me the other day that he read my article and he said that I sure do ramble and I'm sure full of hot air at times. I told him I know that I don't seem to ever run out of things to write about I just have trouble know- ing when to stop. It is true that if a person truly spoke their heart they too would have lots to say. When I was released from active duty I was told I needed to stay away from other peo- ple because I seemed to hate people. I really didn't hate anyone, but I had a low tolerance for people who tried to use others and there were plenty of people like that then and now. It hasn't changed much, except after I became a Christian my expectations of others changed. My life with God has allowed me to know that I can't change others but I can change myself and the way I feel and think, if I just let myself. If you can help someone in your dai- ly life do it. If they turn your help away then go, but add them to your prayers because God has much more power than we do. Don't forget next Saturday 4-H is partner- ing with Petersburg and Winslow Lions to host the Pike County Talent show beginning at noon. There are many catergories which the contestants may compete in so it should be entertaining. The contestants will have to adhere strict- ly with state guide lines because our winner will be eligible to compete at the state fair level. Make your plans now and if you want to compete you can find an application at the Extension office. Good luck to all who com- pete. A fter the contest there should be some time for an open mic session if you have a song to share or perhaps a great big story about something. Sunday morning we talked about God's power and that it is available for us to tap in- to if we seek his grace. God gives us the pow- er to overcome the enemies of our soul. God gives us the power over our thoughts and re- actions if we prepare daily. We read the Lord's prayer which has often been called the model The Church Page is made possible by the following Firms and Businesses: Amber Manor Care Center Petersburg — 812-354-3001 Benner & Co. 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As our so- ciety drifts farther from moral standards, our young people become rebellious and of- ten violent. We must awaken to the dangers of self-interest and the disdain for others and their rights. The crime and murder rates are increas- ing among young people. Many have be- come addicted to drugs and teenage preg- nancies are common. Many teenagers live with alcoholic parents and feel the pain and loneliness of fractured relationships. In an effort to escape, one million run away from home to test life on the streets. Most re- turn home in a few days and others just dis- appear. Some soon discover the loneliness and brutal hell of liv- ing with gangs. They are exposed and vul- nerable in the face of glamorized sex, drugs, and alcohol. Many will die of drug abuse, alcoholism, and the casual vio- lence that is so much a part of street life. Our sinful culture of self-satisfaction and worship of self has left our youth without moral standards and happy homes. Our val- ues are vanishing and society is slipping fur- ther from God. When God is forgotten or ig- nored, our youth are the first to feel the evil effects of our pluralistic society where noth- ing really matters. 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 and from church services, call 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., BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m and all Wednesday evening activities at 7:30 p.m.; first and third Wednesday of each month Bible study at 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, July 29, is fifth Sunday. There will be a Communion service during the morning worship ser- vice. • Wednesday, Aug. 1, we will continue Bible study of Esther 5:9 -8:2 at 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, Aug. 5, Assis- tant Sunday; F.R.O.G.'s and Tadpoles will meet during the morning worship ser- vice. • Sunday, Aug. 12, regu- lar business meeting, after the morning worship ser- vice. • Wednesday, Aug. 15, we will continue Bible study of Esther 8:3 - 10 at 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, Aug. 19, Bethel Homecoming. Dramatic pre- sentation of John the Bap- tist by Pastor Steve, during morning worship service. Meal following the service. Everyone welcome. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Q: Who wrote the prophecy "I am poured out like wa- GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. This Sun- day will be our carry-in din- ner, following the morning worship. Everyone is wel- come to come for good food and fellowship. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut ins and our lost loved ones. "Call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver th- ee, and thou shalt glorify me" (Psalm 50 :15). Ken Reeder, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St. Winslow Sunday school will be starting this Sunday from 9:30 -10 a.m.; Sunday morn- ing worship 10 a.m.; Sun- day evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6 p.m. Bill Chesser, Reporter MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH (Augusta) Broadway Street Winslow NEW LIBERTY G.B. CHURCH (Coe) 1820 S. Co Rd. 800 S. Oakland City Gary Pancake, Pastor 812-664-4716 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Faron McLaughlin, Super- intendent, Ryan Edrington, Assistant and Sunday morn- ing worship at 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study at 6 p.m. In continuing Rev. Pan- cake's series on putting on the whole armor of God, he discussed Ephesians 6:15. He gave a demonstration to our youth about the type of shoes we were wearing and WINSLOW G.B. CHURCH 600 E. Union Street Pastor 812.582.0290 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening soup and sandwich fellowship; Youth group, Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, adult Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 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 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 First Wednesday of each month Advisory Board meeting before Bible study and business meeting to fol- low. Sunday, July 29 there will be a going away/retire- ment dinner for Pastor Ter- ry, right after church. Meat will be furnished. Bring side dish and/or dessert . Thought for the week: Je- sus leaving the 99 to find the one seems illogical, irratio- nal and senseless, until that one is you. Be in prayer this week for the lost, the sick, our church, our country and leaders, and always each other. God's blessings on you this week. Try to be kind and show God's love because every- one is fighting some kind of battle. If you don't have a church home, we invite you to any of our services. Terry Beadles, Pastor Kathy Henderson, Re- porter ter, and all my bones are out of joint?" Answer: Da- vid. Reference: Psalm 22:14. Q: Where is this verse found? "We love him, be- cause he first loved us." Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter what they were used for in our lives. The scripture tells us "And put on the shoes of readiness to share the good news of peace." We had a wonderful day Saturday joining with Ar- thur G.B. Church for this year's "Gone Fishing" Bi- ble School. The children enjoyed a day of singing, doing crafts, and learning about being fishers of men. The two churches enjoyed the fellowship together. The seeds of God's love were planted, now they need to be watered and nurtured by the Christians. We appreciated all who helped in any way, especially our directors. July 29 will be our fifth Sunday Fellowship and meal at Jordan Park. There will be no Sunday school. We will meet at Spurgeon at 11 a.m. We will sing songs, have a sermon by Rev. Tony Ed- wards, and then a pot luck meal. Again, there will be no services at the church. Keep our church fami- ly, building project and our community in prayer. Our Mission Statement: Loving the 99, always look- ing for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Ivan Mason, Reporter Jim King, superintendent, Paul Couts, assistant; morn- ing worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sun- day 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