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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, Januar y 22, 2020 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 If anyone speaks to you about this program you will agree it has many plus sides for our children and grandchildren. The main drift coming from this program is the children get a mind set where they want to go to far- ther their education. I had Bible study with some of the resi- dents at Golden Living and they were ex- tremely into the study and they helped me to understand our lesson as well. There are some regulars who come out but Friday we had a couple of extras. Still trying to lose weight and it is to the point where you bounce back and forth with no appreciable amount of loss. I have heard from others they have experienced the same thing as they attempt to diet. They claim if you don't give up it starts coming off again. I'm glad I didn't promise to lose any certain amount, because I would sure- ly make a liar of myself. Talk about putting something up for later, I have misplaced my registration and year tag for my 87 Firebird. I have searched ev- ery where possible and the only thing we can come up with is it could have gotten thrown away. I suppose a visit to BMV is in order. My yard has looked like someone had threw a bomb in it with all the limbs scat- tered around. One warmer day I got most of them gathered up into several little piles and it does look some better. Three mornings of the week I take our grandson to River of Life day care. I won- der if we drivers are really paying attention to our driving because it is hard to turn off highway 61 at times. It gets rather scary when the traffic is thick because you just wait for the rear end crash to happen. I'm as bad as the rest, but most of the time I'm paying attention, because I have precious cargo on board. Every true Christian knows by experi- ence that the Holy Spirit does not, upon sav- ing us, take possession of us and thence- forth supernaturally cause us to live lives pleasing to God. Rather, as with salvation, so with the Christian life, He operates in the believer "by grace through faith." Powerful assistance to overcome sin is freely provided by grace, but this help must be appropriated by faith in each individual case. There is no blanket provision for con- tinuous victory throughout our whole life. We must look to Him in faith for the help we need in each separate battle. Thus the Scripture teaching with regard to victory over sin is not that it is not possi- ble for the believer to sin, but rather that in any given case it is possible for him not to sin. Thus too, the question in times of temp- tation is generally whether we truly desire to overcome, for deliverance is freely pro- vided by grace if we will but appropriate it by faith. But just how is deliverance provided? The answer is: By the holy spirit. No longer need the believer remain enslaved to sin; for the Holy Spirit within, who imparted spiritual life to begin with, will also impart strength to overcome temptation. When tried and un- able even to pray as we ought, "the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities" and "maketh intercession for us" (Romans 8:26). When weak and ill, we may be "strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man" (Ephe- sians 3:16). Indeed, the Spirit even strength- ens God's people physically to overcome sin, for we read: "But if the Spirit of Him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, He that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken [strengthen] your mortal bodies by His Spirit that dwelleth in you" (Romans 8:11). And the following verse goes on to say: "Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh" (Ro- mans 8:12) The thought is that, since believers have the Holy Spirit to help them overcome sin, they are debtors — and not to the flesh, but to God, to live pleasing to Him. 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 Continued in next column Continued in next column Ramblings of my mind by Lowell Thomas Power to overcome Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Cornelius R. Stam What is most important? Religious Viewpoint by Clyde Dupin In America, one's priorities seem to change as they prosper. One in every four households now has an income of $150,000 or above. Both their inner and outward life- style is different from families with an in- come of $48,150 per year. Those above the $75,000 income are less religious. Religion, according to a Gallup Poll, is ex- tremely or very important to 67% of the non- affluent people. The affluent list friends, lei- sure time and money as the most important things after family and health. Long ago the Bible said, "If riches in- crease do not set your heart on them." The important values we learn in life usually come from our religious faith. Things like faith, hope and love cannot be purchased with money. If God has provided one with money, they must never allow it to become the center of their life. Most affluent people always want more and neglect the things that bring true hap- piness. Our happi- ness is determined by the lifestyle we choose. Those who have a religious life- style are much happi- er and find more con- tentment in their life. When prosperi- ty comes, finances must not come before Christ, leisure time must not replace wor- ship time and money must not become our God. Material blessings should be used to bless others and help build the Kingdom. Money is necessary and important, but it is not the most important thing in life and no one will need it in the next world. The ad- monition of our Lord is not to set our affec- tion on material things but on the eternal. Well as I sit here in front of my keyboard after being out with my wife shopping all af- ternoon I feel thankful I have a warm home and I'm out of the wind. Wasn't too long ago I said winter was taking its time getting here, well hello winter. They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger so here's to old man winter, take it easy on us. On January 20 I will have tortured my wife for 52 years and I think back to all those who said our marriage would never last. I reflect back on our relationship and I can see times where I should have paid more attention to the common sense my wife has always had. Been some ups and there has been some downs, but overall our life to- gether has been blessed. She has always taken care of paying the bills and she was disappointed in herself for missing one bill in our 52 years. I'd say she has done well if that was the only one missed. She definitely has more patience than I do. I probably would not have put up with me as well as she has. I can't really say I understand love but I can say it seems to grow stronger each day so happy anniver- sary, Connie. We were invited to supper to hear about an incentive program called Promise Pike County. We heard a lay out about college savings which has many ways for children to save for their post-secondary education. See R AMBLINGS on 3 Continued on page 2 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 6 p.m.; Business meeting third Sunday of the month, following morn- ing worship. Business meeting was changed to this Sunday. All members encouraged to attend. "He hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in 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 the 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.; first and third Wednesday of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Bible study will resume Wednesday, April 1. Sunday, Jan. 26, fourth Sunday and morning wor- ship offering will go to the building fund. Sunday, Feb. 2 is Assistant Sunday. Sunday, Feb. 9, "I Love My Church" Sunday. Every- one will have an opportuni- ty to tell why they love their church. Monthly business meeting after morning wor- ship service. Saturday, Feb. 22, Unit- ed Sunday School Conven- tion at Camp Brosend. Reg- istration 9:30 -10 a.m. EST. Hosted by Millersburg G.B. Church. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: When the glory of the Lord filled the temple Solomon built, the priest _________. Answer: Priests could not stand to minister. Reference: I Kings 8:6, 10 - 11. Q: Where were the two disciples headed when Je- sus walked with them af- ter His resurrection? An- swer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter CROSSROADS BAPTIST CHURCH 2789 S. State Rd 57 Oakland City Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday, meal at 5:30 p.m. and Bible study 6 p.m. All times are CST. Wednesday, children's activities include lesson and fun games. We're having great dis- cussions on our Wednes- day study on the book of Esther. Last Wednes- day, we finished the first chapter of Esther and ap- plied the text to our mod- ern world, which provoked a lot of thought and appli- cation. If you haven't at- tended on Wednesday yet, it isn't too late. We begin chapter two this week, so WINSLOW G.B. CHURCH 600 E. Union Street Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening soup and sandwich fellowship at 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, adult Bi- ble study at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 6 p.m. Advisory Board meet- ing, before Bible study and business meeting to follow. Thought for the day— "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble" (Psalms 46:1). Be in prayer 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 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 home, we invite you to any of our services. Gary Watson, Pastor Nyles Head, Assoc. Pastor Kathy Henderson, Re- porter him" (II Corinthians 5:21). An amazing and life changing truth. The God who made his sinless son to "be sin" takes unrigh- teous people like us and makes them "righteous," How does it happen? By works? No, by faith! We are remembering those in prayer who have lost loved ones. May God grant his comfort and peace to each one. We invite you to worship with us. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Report- er just come and join us. Re- member, meal time is 5:30 p.m. Children's activities and adult study will begin around 6 p.m. This coming Sunday, Jan. 26 will be Baptism Sunday and our Fellowship. The Baptism and Fellowship will follow the morning ser- vice. The meal for our fel- lowship is soup, sandwich- es, chips and dessert. It will be exciting and fun, so make plans to join us this Sunday at 10 :30 a.m. And, we're looking forward to Winter Jam coming up on January 30. Crossroads is always looking for new ministry and outreach for our com- munity. So, it's exciting to announce the latest Cross- roads Community Partners outreach will be a Commu- nity Baby Shower. Ideally, it will be for expectant moth- ers, infants and children un- der two years of age. More details will be provided in upcoming weeks, but mark your calendars for May 2, 2020, from 9 a.m. to noon (CDT). It's a very exciting time at Crossroads and we would love to see you. Visit our website at www. crossroadsoc.org to get more information about up- coming events. Like us on Facebook and see some pic- tures from various events. Curt Beadle, Pastor