The Press-Dispatch
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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, April 27, 2022 D-3 CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg Many people throughout the world are ex- periencing "FUD." FUD is fear, uncertainty, and doubts (some people could be in despair more than doubts). I saw this term in a blog I read the other day. How relevant, I thought, to describe the situation we are in today. There is hardly a facet of our existence that isn't pro- ducing FUD. There is a long list of FUD examples, such as COVID, Russia and Ukrainian war, infla- tion, crime, cancel culture, white-suprema- cy, woke school boards, woke government, climate change, nuclear war, looming ener- gy crisis, looming food crisis, cancer, border crisis, BLM, Disney going woke, President Biden's next speech, vice-president Harris' next outing, China invading Taiwan, North Ko- rea's nukes, Trump running for president, Hil- lary running for president, Iran getting nukes, new cold war, rise in crime, rise in murders, carjackings, drug overdoses, aliens, the Kar- dashians are in court, and your favorite T V show is being canceled. We can thank Adam in the garden of Eden for fear (and sin). A fter Adam sinned, some- thing had changed. He heard God's voice, so he went and hid himself. When God asked him what was wrong, Adam said, "I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was na- ked, and I hid myself." When faced with fear, humans instinctively want to run away. It is called the flight or fight reaction. The question to ask is, what are people afraid of? John tells us in his gospel the execution of Jesus scared the disciples to death. Being the chief disciples of Jesus, they figured they were Hello to everyone who is reading this. It has been another week of topsy turvey tem- peratures. Some of what we need to do hasn't gotten accomplished yet. Last year it took me about a month to get to where my work was get- ting done on a kind of normal cycle. I remem- ber last year it went from unpredidtable to ex- tremely warm. So we might want to bottle up some of this cooler weather for this summer. The folks in Ukraine are yet determined not to give in to the Russians. This war makes lit- tle sense over what has caused the Russian ar- my to be so cruel and deadly other than they are just plain mean and thoughtless. There is a place of punishment for those who choose to be this cruel and mean. I'm glad I don't have to judge their cowardly acts because I would not be very understanding. There is a possibility that the Russian cit- izens are against this terrible conflict. They might have a desire to be reasonable citizens and neighbors of the world. This conflict has hurt us all with the loss of lives and property for the Ukrainian people as well as delivering a terrible blow to our world's economy. If Rus- sia wins, they will have lost because the rest of the world will never forget this war. It will be a scar on their nation. If they lose this con- flict they will have lost the world's respect as a strong nation. It is a no win situation for the country of Russia. In his song entitled "Unanswered Prayers," country singer Garth Brooks refers to God as "the Man upstairs." Similar phrases refer- ring to Almighty God include: the Big Man, my Co-pilot, my Homeboy, my Golf-buddy, or sim- ply JC. The user may not intend it this way, but such references are highly disrespectful, and reveal a lack of understanding about who and what our Great High God really is. When the Apostle John encountered the Lord Jesus Christ, who was instructing him to write what would be revealed to him, he said, "I fell at his feet as dead" (Revelation 1:17). Notice there was nothing casual in John's re- sponse. Why? When the Lord Jesus Christ spoke, it was with "a great voice, as of a trum- pet" (vs. 10). "His eyes were as a flame of fire" (vs. 14), and "His countenance was as the sun" (vs. 16). This brief picture, and the reaction of a mere man in the presence of God, is consistent with the rest of Scripture. Isaiah says he saw "the Lord…high and lifted up" with dynamic angel- ic hosts attending Him crying, "Holy, holy, ho- ly, is the Lord of Hosts" (Isaiah 6:1-3). Isaiah's response was not casual or irreverent. He said, "Woe is me! For I am undone; because I am 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 MK Farms Mike and Kay Anson Monroe City, Winslow — 812-890-5012 Play & Learn Preschool Campbelltown — 812-354-3999 CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes Ramblings of my mind By Lowell Thomas Overcoming FUD Points to Ponder By Curtis Bond See MINUTES on page 5 See POINTS on page 5 See R AMBLINGS on page 5 The man upstairs? Minutes with the Bible By Pastor John Fredericksen Assembly of God RIVER OF LIFE 342 E. CR 300 N., Petersburg Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m. and Consumed youth group 7 p.m.; Wednesday eve- ning Bible study 7 p.m.; Men's ministry meeting every other Thursday 10 a.m. If you would like a ride to and from church services, call 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. 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor Baptist Baptist Baptist AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S. Winslow Phone: 812-789-3968 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Jim King, superintendent, Paul Couts, assistant; morning wor- ship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 6 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 Jesus as the Savior and Lord. See our Facebook page: face- book.com/AyrshireValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m.; First and third Wednes- day of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 1, Assistant Sunday. Wednesday, May 4, Bible study; studying Isaiah 22-25. Sunday, May 8, Mother's Day; business meeting after morning worship service. Wednesday, May 18. Bible study; studying Isaiah 26 -29. Sunday, May 22, Senior Ap- preciation Day; fourth Sunday, offering to the building fund. Sunday, May 29, fifth Sun- day, Communion during morning worship service. Monday, May 30, Memori- al Day. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: An- swer: When God spoke to Mo- ses, what name did the Lord use for Himself? Answer: I AM or I AM THAT I AM. Refer- ence: Exodus 3:14. Q: Who was the sorcerer at Paphos who was struck blind by Paul for his her- esy? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter FBC PETERSBURG 8th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 American Baptist Church Our Vision is to Engage with God and equip Christians to Reach Out, Show Love and Serve our Community. Join us on Sunday morn- ings at 10 :30 a.m. in-person or online ( YouTube or Face- book) for a time of fellowship and Christ-centered instruc- tion from God's Word. Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. for all ages. Adult Bible study and youth group meet Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. We hope to see you here. Michael Miller, Pastor GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service at 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday night Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Studying John, Chapter 17. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. "Thy Word have I hid in my heart" (Psalm 119). Thy Word is a lamp to my feet, a light to my path always, to guide and to save me from sin, and show me the heaven- ly way. Forever O Lord, is Thy Word established and fixed on high; Thy faithfulness unto all men abideth forever nigh. At morning, at noon, and at night I ever will give Thee praise; for thou art my portion, O Lord, and shall be through all my days. Through Him whom Thy Word hath foretold, the Savior and morning star, sal- vation and peace have been brought to those who have strayed afar. Thy Word have I hid in my heart, that I might not sin against Thee; that I might not sin, Thy Word have I hid in my heart. Dwight Howe, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St., Winslow Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 5 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 5 p.m. Henry Nelson, Pastor Bill Chesser, Reporter IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-486-3658 Pastor 812-890-9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com. Website: www.immanuel- baptistchurch.weebly.com. Early service at 9:30 a.m. to coincide with children's Sun- day school; Sunday morning Bible study 9:30 a.m.; morn- ing worship at 10 :40 a.m. Wednesday at 6 p.m. we are starting a five of eight weeks study "Revitalize Program." No Sunday evening service, no Thursday Service. Celebrate and worship in the sanctuary while your chil- dren and youth receive Bible training. You and your fami- ly can enjoy great music, up- lifting teaching, heartwarm- ing preparation for the great friendships and connections. "And be ye kind one to an- other, tenderhearted, forgiv- ing one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath you" (Ephesians 4:32). Mission Statement 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 WINSLOW G.B. CHURCH 600 E. Union Street Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday, adult Bible study at 6:30 p.m. You are welcome to join us. Jenni Caudel has taken over as Children Church and Youth Leader. Come and see what good things she has for our children. Business meeting, first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Next meeting May 4. Thought for the week: "I sought the Lord, and he an- swered me; he delivered me from all my fears" (Psalm 34:4). Be in prayer for the lost, the sick, our church, our country and leaders, and always each other. Gods blessings on you this week. Try to be kind and show God's love, because everyone is fighting some kind of battle. If you don't have a church home, we invite you to any of our services. Gary Watson, Pastor Nyles Head, Assoc. Pastor Jenni Caudel, Children Leader Kathy Henderson, 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 children and adults 9 a.m.; Sunday morn- ing worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday evening service, Youth Group (6th grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (four years old through fifth grade) 6 p.m.; Thursday, prayer ser- vice 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor Christian VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56 OTWELL Sunday morning worship and the Lord's Supper at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school at 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship at 6:30 p.m. Evening topic: "Put Your Faith into Action." You are welcome to worship the Lord Jesus Christ with us. Love Listens "Love listens—Self's too busy. When someone talks— When someone talks. Love pauses—Self runs. And then walks—And often balks. Love bears—Self is deaf. When someone calls—When some- one calls. Love lifts—Self dis- dains. When someone falls— When someone Fall"—H.C. Nelson. Because He lives. John Manges, Minister WINSLOW CHRISTIAN CHURCH Corner of Lafayette and Walnut Pastor 812-753-3539 We will host the Good Friday Community Service, 7 p.m. on April 15. It will feature a cos- tumed dramatic monologue FIRST CHRIS- TIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 812-354-6775 "For God so loved the world (including YOU) that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life" ( John 3:16). Join our CIT Y-WIDE BIBLE STUDY, Thursdays at Randy's Americana Café. We meet at 10 :30 a.m. and are presently studying the Gospel of John. All are welcome. Sunday worship time is 10 :30 a.m. We would love to have you worship with us. Jesus is Lord, and I'm all about Jesus. Phone: 812-354-6775 (leave message) or call 941-730 -6324 (minister). Dennis Randall, Minister about Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead. Regular services: Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to our services. "Rejoice always, pray with- out ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you" (I Thessalonians 5:16 -18). Dr. Robert Asa, Minister