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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, December 19, 2018 C- 3 MINUTES Continued from page 1 Continued in next column Continued from page 2 would wonder about this. That's why right after that verse we quoted that says salvation is "not of works," the next verse goes on to say that believers are "cre- ated in Christ Jesus unto good works" (Ephesians 2:9,10). If you are wonder- ing what it means to be "cre- ated in Christ," remember that God created a creature named Adam in the begin- ning. Today, when someone believes the gospel, God makes him "a new crea- ture" (II Corinthians 5:17). And just as God's first crea- ture was created to do the good work of dressing and keeping the Garden of Eden (Genesis 2:15), believers in Christ are likewise "created in Christ Jesus unto good works." That is, while you cannot be saved from your sins by doing good works, once you are saved by grace, you'll want to do good works because you are saved (not in order to get saved) to ex- press your gratitude to God for saving you. We see the same thing in that other gospel verse we quoted, where right after saying that salvation is "not by works of righteousness which we have done" (Titus 3:5), Paul adds "that they which have believed in God might be careful to main- tain good works" (v. 8). Here again we see that after we are saved by grace through faith, God then reminds us to do the good works that we were created to do. So you see, just because God does not ask you to do good works in order to be saved doesn't mean He doesn't want you to do good works! He just wants you to understand that good works come after salvation, not be- fore. Most people get the cart before the horse, and you just can't get to heaven in a cart like that! Does the gospel story seem a little more believ- able to you now? If so, you should know that while you can only be saved by believ- ing, it is important to be- lieve in the right thing! It is not enough just to believe in God, for "the devils also be- lieve, and tremble" ( James 2:19). It is not even enough to have faith in Christ; you must have "faith in His blood" (Romans 3:25). That is, you must believe that the blood He shed on the cross paid for all of your sins, and that you don't have to add a single good work to what He has already done on your be- half. Romans 4:5 says: "But to him that worketh not, but believeth on Him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righ- teousness." If you are still not sure how to be saved from the judgment of God on your sins, ask yourself this ques- tion. If you died today, and God asked, "Why should I let a sinner like you into My Heaven? " what would your answer be? If your answer is anything other than, "Christ died for my sins," or if you try to add your own good works to what Christ did for you on Calvary, then you are not ful- ly trusting in His blood. Why not rather follow the advice of the Apostle Paul? When a man asked him, "What must I do to be saved?," Paul re- plied quite simply, "Believe on the Lord Je- sus Christ, and thou shalt be saved" (Acts 16:30,31). And now you know the rest of the story! december 23, 10:30 a.m. Twin Oaks Holiness Church 1911 E. Co. Rd. 650 N., Petersburg, IN • 812-698-9735 Lutheran Methodist Methodist Independent Independent CHRISTIAN HOLINESS CHURCH 1252 St. Rd. 57 S. Petersburg Located six miles be- tween Petersburg and Oak- land City junction. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Thursday prayer meeting 7 p.m. We extend a warm wel- come to everyone. Rick Walburn, Pastor GLEZEN REVIVAL CENTER 245 S. Glezen Center St. 812-354-6738 or 812-582-9667 Sunday morning worship and children's church 10 :15 a.m.; Youth Group Hearts on Fire will meet on Sunday at 6 p.m. in the Life Center. Bible study meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 26, refreshments will be pro- vided. Invite others to Bible study. Pray for our military and their protection. Also, remem- ber to pray for the USA, peace and for one another. Immanuel for Christmas "Therefore the Lord him- self will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel." (Isaiah 7:14, K JV ). During this time of year, we not only celebrate Christ- mas and the spirit of giving, but we also celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ (Im- manuel). The word Immanu- el means God with us. How wonderful is that? God gave us the greatest gift ever for Christmas, his son Jesus to save us from harm and deliv- er us from evil. So remember that for Christmas God gave you the gift of always being with you (or Immanuel) and never against you. Have a Merry Christmas. God bless you and keep you. See our Facebook page: Glezen Revival Center. Web- site: glezenrevivalcenter.com – E-mail address: glezenreviv- alcenter@yahoo.com. Joe Henson, Pastor Matt Haycraft, Reporter GOSPEL CENTER CHURCH Independent Baptist Church 420 E. Illinois Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9914 Sunday worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; AWANA clubs will meet Sunday's at 6:30 p.m., the children will learn from the Word of God and have fun doing it; Bible study Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Gospel Center invites you to worship the King of Kings with us every Sunday. You will hear sound biblical and applicable preaching each week. At the Gospel Center, you will find God-loving peo- ple who desire to serve and praise Good with their heart, soul, mind and strength. Come and Praise the King with us. We would be hon- ored to have you come and join us and see what God is doing here at the Gospel Center Church. Rodney Fretwell, Sr. Pas- tor JESUS CHRIST OUR FIRM FOUNDATION 1415 N. Vincennes Ave. Petersburg 812-354-4424 or 812-582-0240 Sunday morning fellowship 10 a.m.; Church at 10 :30 a.m.; Bible studies: Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at Brian Eilert's house and Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. at church. "So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be deliv- ered" (Luke 2:6). What has God put in you to birth? Is now the time of deliv- ery? When you do, it will be a time of rejoicing and praising the Lord. Have a Blessed and Merry CHRISTmas. Denny Wiscaver, Pastor Pam Nutter, Reporter LIVING BY GR ACE 511 S. Franklin St. Oakland City 812-677-2508 Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday night at 6 p.m. Thankful Things have changed for us in our home, and it began some years ago when Jesus moved in. He may have won- dered if we were really going to make room for Him. But we did, and I'm thankful. He has spoken to us of many things, shown Him- self true, patched up some things, taken some things away and replaced them with things needful, and I'm thankful. We don't speak the way we once did, nor do we think the way we once did, and even when trials come, all is restful, and I'm thank- ful. Christ is the best house guest anyone could imag- ine. He never argues, doesn't mess anything up, never screams or yells, is incredi- bly pleasant, full of love and kindness, and only tells the truth. He is never late, always on time, polite and prompt. Since He has come to live with us, I don't remember the last time I have been late for Church, and I'm thankful. Jesus is alive and well and has enough love for ma- ny worlds, and I'm sure He would love to share it with you, if only given a chance. Ask Him to move in with you today, and then you and I both will be thankful. God Bless You. Gene Burkhart, Pastor LIVING FAITH CHURCH INTERNATIONAL 718 E. Main Street, Petersburg Phone: 812-809-4544 Sunday services at 10 a.m. and youth service at 6:15 p.m. Jesus speaking: "I will keep you safe. I am your help and your reward. Keep Me ever present in your thoughts. No matter what's going on around you, keep your eyes on Me. I am your protection and hiding place. With Me there is peace. Those who are lost in the world see Me through you. Let My light and love shine through you. Don't car- ry the weight of this world on you, because it 'hides' My light. Cast your cares on Me and trust Me, that I will take care of them. Don't OTWELL CONTENDERS OF FAITH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednes- day prayer and Bible study meeting 6:30 p.m. William Breidenbaugh, Pastor PETERSBURG HOLINESS CHURCH Pastor 419-340-5500 (C) Parsonage 812-354-9446 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and special junior church services 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6:30 p.m.; weekly Wednesday night prayer meeting 7 p.m. Transportation available. • December 19 —Christ- mas caroling around Peters- burg at 6:30 p.m. • December 23—Candle- light service at 6:30 p.m. We appreciate all who at- tended and participated in the Christmas program Sun- day. Much work and prepara- tion went into it, and the mes- sage came through loud and clear—"It's Still Good News" In a day where we dread to read the paper or turn on the radio to hear the news be- cause of the constant upheav- al in our world, we are espe- cially grateful in this season for the message behind the manger. JESUS SAVES. He still does. Chad Searls, Pastor THE CHURCH ALIVE WORSHIP CENTER 506 N. 9th St. Petersburg Pastor 812-354-6897 Service times: Sunday morning praise and wor- ship 10 a.m.; children's Sun- day school 11 a.m.; Wednes- day night praise and worship and Bible study 7 p.m. I hope God will see you at church somewhere. Mark Davis, Pastor TWIN OAKS CHURCH 1911 E. Co. Rd. 650 N. Petersburg 812-354-6389 Sunday school, Junior church and youth class 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday eve- ning prayer and praise ser- vice 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to each service. Samuel Kinnaman, Pastor Doris Catt, Reporter UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH 3082 N. CR 850 W., Union Pastor 812-664-5454 Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship service 11 a.m. Both services are EDT; children's service every fifth Sunday— geared toward children. Everyone is welcome to the First Friday Fun, the first Friday of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. EDT, to work on craft projects, scrapbook- ing, sewing, etc. There will be a Cricut available, along with other crafting tools for use. Bring a snack to share if you can. Contact Angela Christie 812-664-5970 for more information. Kevin ( Janna) Easton, Pastor PIKE COUNTY CENTER FOR WOMEN'S MINISTRIES Phone —812-582-8222 Office hours: Open Mon- day, Tuesday and Friday, 9 a.m. till noon. Wednesday and Thursday, closed. Free peer counseling available, call 812- 582-1486 or 812-582-8222. A new class, called "Be- coming Mom Strong" from 6 -7 p.m. Grief Share from 6 -8 p.m. and will be a 13 week study. try to do things in your own strength. If you do you will only become tired and frus- trated. Be at rest and know that I am God." • Candlelight Christmas Service on Sunday evening, December 23, at 6 p.m. Plan now to join us for a love- ly evening of Christmas hymns and special music, along with scripture read- ing of the Christmas story. • 50 + prayer group will meet on Sunday, January 6. Check the website for lo- cation and time for upcom- ing events, www.livingfc. org. Mailing address: P.O. Box 566, Petersburg, IN. More information at www. livingfc.org or call 812-809 - 4544. Don and Christina Priest, Senior Pastors John and Julie Marron, Youth Pastors Melissa Bowens, Report- er ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, Dec. 23, 9 a.m. Sun- day school, Praise Team prac- tice and 10 a.m. worship. Monday, Dec. 24, 5:45 p.m. Special music by the Praise Team and Christmas Eve Can- dlelight service at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 30, 9 a.m. Praise Team practice; 10 a.m. worship and fifth Sunday spe- cial offering. Catherine Burnette, Pastor Paula Mann, Administra- tive Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Sunday, Dec. 23, Sunday school at 9 a.m.; worship ser- vice at 10 :15 a.m., Children's Christmas program. Monday, Dec. 24, 7:30 p.m. Christmas Eve service with Holy Communion. Bible Verse for the week: "A New Prophet Like Mo- ses: The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your own people; you shall heed such a prophet" (Deut. 18:15 NRSV ). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor ALGIERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Highway 356, Petersburg Sunday school 9 a.m. and worship service 10 a.m. You are always welcome to join our friendly church and worship God with us. Mike Atkins, Pastor GOOD SHEPHERD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 210 W. Harrison Street, Oakland City Church 812-749-3535 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10 :30 a.m.; youth group meetings the last Sunday of each month 6 - 7 p.m.; community luncheons the third Tuesday of each month 10 a.m.-noon CDT. The community of Good Shepherd United Method- ist Church exists to glorify God through Jesus Christ our Lord. As a body of believ- HOLLAND U.M. CHURCH 205 N. Second Ave. 812-536-4862 Thursday, Dec. 20, 2 p.m. Senior balance exercise class. Sunday, Dec. 23, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school classes; 10 :30 a.m. morning worship service and 7 p.m. Christ- mas program. Tuesday, Dec. 25, 10 a.m. Christmas morning worship service. Keith Chanley, Pastor OTWELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.O. Box 146, 10041E. Washington Ave. Otwell 812-766-3344 Facebook: Otwell United Methodist Church and Jeff Pinney. Otwell United Method- ist invites you to join us this Sunday at 10 :30 a.m. as we worship our Lord, Jesus Christ. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith PATOK A GROVE U.M. CHURCH 1135 W. C.R. 475 S. Winslow Pastor 812-749-4477 Sunday morning church service at 9:30 a.m. and Sun- day school 10 :30 a.m. If you are looking for a church, we would love for you to join us in the white church on the hill by Wil- liams Cemetery. Larry Stoops, Pastor PETERSBURG FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 801 East Walnut Petersburg 812-354-6658 We are Christians following Christ and serving Christ with compassion Sunday morning wor- ship at 9:30 a.m. with Sun- day school following at 10 :45 a.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study at 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening choir practice at 7:30 p.m. Sermon Series: "The Women of Advent Speak." Sermon Title: "The Voice of Mary." Scripture reading: John 2:1-5. Theme Statement: PETERSBURG FREE METHODIST CHURCH 202 E. Walnut Street Pastor 812-354-6646 Normal weekly schedule is as follows: Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m., with morning worship starting at 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday night at 6 p.m., there is a casual Bible study; Wednesday eve- ning, the children and youth ministries meet at 6:30 p.m., during the school year. If you can't make it to church on Sunday, check out our live stream on Pe- tersburg Free Methodist Church Facebook page. Peace and joy in the Lord. Mark Schlechty, Pastor RUMBLETOWN FREE METHODIST CHURCH 1485 N. St. Rd. 57 Petersburg Adult Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m. The church is located south of Petersburg on State Road 57. Hope Barnett, Reporter WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC 3555 W. SR 56 in Bowman 812-582-8896 Sunday morning worship 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 :15 a.m. We are exploring the words in Philippians 4:4-9 and how they can help us thrive in chaos. So many trials come in- to our lives and along with the business of life. These things can easily choke out the Life of God in us. But praise God, "But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things will be added unto you" (Matthew 6:33). What things will be add- ed? God's order back into our lives—a peace that pass- es all understanding—He is in control. Facebook: White River Chapel UMC, Jeff Pinney. Questions regarding church events, call 812-766 - 3344 or mail to: 3555 West State Road 56, Petersburg, IN 47567. Jeff Pinney, Pastor ZOAR U.M. CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-4862 Saturday, Dec. 22, 5 p.m. dress rehearsal for Christ- mas program. Sunday, Dec. 23, 9 a.m. morning worship service and 11 a.m. Christmas pro- gram practice. Monday, Dec. 24, 7 p.m. Christmas program. Keith Chanley, Pastor and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become ma- ture, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ" (Ephesians 4:11-13, NIV ). Jeff Pinney, Pastor ers, we pledge ourselves to al- low the Holy Spirit to develop within us maturity of spirit, unity of faith, and knowledge of the Son of God, so that we may be prepared to share His love, mercy and grace through our words and ac- tions, to a needy world. We extend an invitation to the public to come and wor- ship with us. The Good Shepherd takes care of His sheep. Kay Bond, Minister Mary's immediate appeal in the Gospel Story is not to the eye, but to the ear. She gave the world a man— who rose above principali- ties and powers and made the kingdoms of the earth one kingdom. Mary is to us a guide towards her son's mission. There are three ways that Mary's voice is heard. 1. As a request. 2. As a guide. 3. As an answer. Leon Pomeroy, Pastor Continued on page 10