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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, Januar y 23, 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 Have you ever thought how much God has done "for us" in Christ? In Romans 8:32 we read that to save us from sin, God "spared not His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all". In Titus 2:14 we are told that Christ "gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniq- uity…". In Romans 5:8 the Apostle declares that "while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Galatians 3:13 says that Christ was "made a curse for us". Hebrews 9:12 states that "He entered… into the holy place [the presence of the Fa- ther], having obtained eternal redemption for us". And if we trust Him for this "eter- nal redemption" we may read further in He- brews 9:24 that "Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands…but in- to heaven itself, now to appear in the pres- ence of God for us." Romans 8:34 asks who can condemn the believer in Christ, since He [the Lord Jesus Christ] is now "at the right hand of God" and "maketh interces- sion for us". Hebrews 6:20 declares that our Lord en- tered the Father's presence "for us" as our "Forerunner". Hebrews 10 :19,20 therefore encourages believers to come to God in prayer: "Having therefore, brethren, bold- ness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus…a new and living way, which He ha- th consecrated for us…". Just think how much God has done for us in Christ! He delivered His beloved Son to death for us, Christ gave Himself for us, died for us, became a curse for us, intercedes for us, entered heaven for us as a Forerunner, and consecrated "a new and living way" in- to God's presence for us, so that we may "come boldly unto the throne of grace" to "obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need" (Heb.4:16). "If God be for us, who can be against us" (Rom.8:31)? Here I am sitting at my computer watching reruns of Mash and trying to think of things to write about. We have cancelled a singing and already have church called off so now we enjoy the evening hoping the pow- er doesn't go off. The snow is really coming down fast and the wind is blowing hard so our fears of losing power could easily become a reality. It is strange how your age can determine your appreciation for things. What never bothered us before, now we are aware of how dangerous things can be. The government shut-down is still one of our major conversation topics and seems to have no end at hand. It is not my norm to speak bad of people but our pres- ident and the speaker of the house have a lot more in common than we realize. Neither one of them know how to listen and both seem to have a need to be right. The saddest thing for me to consider is that while all of this fighting is going on our nation could be so much better off if they would just act like team players. Ev- eryone knows I love our country and I only want what is best for all of us. I pray we put away our differences and do for America what would be best for our nation. Pray we stop fighting one another and come togeth- er for each other and turn our attention to being able to fight against those who are against us. I pray our opinions will never become our nature and that we have the mind to say God first and let Him bless us. There was a cartoon panel in the newspaper a few weeks back and it showed this little fish drawn with the Christian image which was used whenever two Chris- tians met and didn't want to be found out by their ene- mies. This little fish was up in the left hand corner of this panel and two other fish were shown on the lower right hand corner. They were looking at the little fish up there all alone and said he must be a new Christian. There are times when we need to be alone with God as we study to show ourselves approved but at other times we need to mingle so others can see God's love and grace abound in us. If you stay to yourself you may well miss out on learning from others. We often stay to ourselves because of not trusting our faith enough to be in this world but not of this world. As a Christian you are a light in this world and you put your light in God's lamp stand instead of hiding your light. The more we put our light in God's candle stand the less darkness can have a hold. I have heard prayers which ask God to make us use- ful, to this I say look around you and help the ones He has placed near you. When you try to help someone tell them what your experience with God has been like. Don't ever make the plan of salvation harder than it needs to be, because asking for forgiveness and ac- cepting God's grace is the plan. Life changes come as God refines your life and as God changes you. There is no way we can change one another, just be there for one another. We can overcome, but we need God's help to do so. Best to just do your best to listen to God and be His hands, feet and voice when needed. Now be that bless- ing we always ask to be and love one another. 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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Churches have not been known to be trendsetters when it comes to embracing technology. Eight out of every ten Protes- tant churches have websites and most use E-mail to communicate with their members. The churches that do not use this new tech- nology are those who have less than 100 in average attendance. Large projection sys- tems have replaced the pew Bibles and hym- nals in many churches. The novelty of using drama and video segments in church services has less ap- peal than when it first started. About six out of ten churches use video. The church must keep a balance between high tech and humble wor- ship. There will nev- er be a substitute for prayer and medita- tion. In a recent sur- vey most Americans said, "I feel closest to God when I am alone in prayer." In the re- cent hurricane trage- dy, the American people prayed for the vic- tims. Christians and faith-based organiza- tions did the most comforting and effective work in this tragedy. The deep things of God are deep within the soul and there will never be a substitute for the work of the Holy Spir- it. Technology is helpful in communicating the Gospel but can never take the place of powerful preaching and prayer. BRIEFLY Good Shepherd UMC to host Derek and Sue Barton, January 27 Good Shepherd Unit- ed Methodist Church, located at 8350 E. 350 N. (Francisco), in ru- ral Gibson County, will host Derek and Sue Barton as its guests on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 6:30 p.m. CST. There will be food and fellowship im- mediately after the con- cert. Everyone is wel- come to this service. 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 ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH 5670 S. St. Rd. 61 Winslow 812-582-0354 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and chil- dren's church 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening Bible study at 5 p.m.; Business meeting third Sunday of the month, following morning worship. "Since then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glo- ry" (Colossians 3:1-4, NIV ). For those struggling, what comfort the Lord of- fers in these verses. Our struggles on earth are tem- porary. Cling to Him and His promises and He will see us through. Remembering those on our prayer list. Those who have lost loved ones, those with health problems and those who need His peace and healing. We invite you to worship with us, at any of our ser- vices. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter 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, Jan. 27, fourth Sunday and morning wor- ship offering will go to the building fund. • Sunday, Feb. 3, Assis- tant Sunday. • Sunday, Feb. 10, I Love My Church Sunday. Every- one will have an opportuni- ty to tell why they love their church. There will be a reg- ular business meeting af- ter the morning worship service. • Saturday, Feb. 23, United of Indiana Sun- day School Convention at Camp Brosend. Hosted by Little Zion 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. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Q: Where in the Bible, does Jesus say "one does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord"? Answer: Jesus quotes this verse in His re- sponse to temptation.. Ref- erence: Matthew 4:4 and Luke 4:4. 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 Chair- man GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St. Winslow Sunday school 9:30 ; Sun- day morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening wor- ship 5 p.m.; Wednesday Bi- ble study at 5 p.m. Bill Chesser, Reporter 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 morning worship at 10 :40 a.m.; Sunday evening ser- vice at 6 p.m.; Wednesday adult Bible study at 6 p.m. Mission Statement for 2018 New Beginnings: What would Jesus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. "Behold, he shall come up like a lion from the flood- plain of Jordan against the dwelling place of the strong: But I will suddenly make him run away from her. And who is a chosen man that I may appoint over her? For who is like Me? Who will appoint me the time? And who is that shepherd who will stand before Me" ( Jer- emiah 50 :44)? Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH 6100 S. Augusta Broadway Street Winslow Pastor 812-582-0756 Sunday morning worship at 10 :15 a.m., children's Sun- day school during morning worship; Wednesday eve- ning family devotions and fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Youth group sixth-12th grades, Sunday evening at 6 p.m. "God is not the author of confusion, but of peace" (I Corinthians 14:33). Who of us has not asked in times of affliction and dif- 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 Q: What animal saw an angel of the Lord and spoke to a man? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter