The Press-Dispatch
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We are at war Satan is at war with the church and the saints. This is not recent news. The prophet Daniel and John in Revelation declares this as fact. Unfortunately, there are many Christians who do not believe there is a devil or Satan. They scoff at the mention of a devil and poke fun at such a me- dieval notion. For the rest of us who believe Satan exists, rough waters are ahead. Peter says the devil is our adversary and walks about as a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour. From what I can tell, he's having a smorgasbord feast. The progressive culture is at war with the church and any Christian who espouses what they term as out-of-date old-fash- ioned views of scripture and mo- rality. They worship at the altar of modern pseudoscience. They proclaim science has irrefutably delivered humanity from the darkness of medieval supersti- tions about God and the devil. Sigmund Freud described God as an illusion. An infantile need. He said humanity has pro- gressed to where religion can be abandoned in favor of science and reason. Science asserts males can be females and females can be males. One can even have no sexual orientation or hundreds. Schools are allowing children to identify as animals. Kindergarten aged children are being asked what sex do you want to be? Young adults with confused gen- der identities are being encour- aged to consider gender reas- signment surgery; and they give young children puberty blockers to preempt natural development. If this immoral conduct contin- ues unabated, what comes next? There will be a next! The progressive left de- mands ever yone embrace their political, social, or re- ligious dogmas or else. Pro- CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes 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 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 evening Bible study 7 p.m.; Men's ministr y meeting ever y other Thursday 10 a.m. If you would like a ride to and from church ser vices, call 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor 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. Baptist ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH 5670 S. St. Rd. 61, Winslow 812-582-0354 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m. Business meeting the third Sunday of the month following morning worship. "I took my troubles to the Lord; I cried out to Him, and he answered my prayer" (Psalm 120:1). Psalm 120-134 are called " Pilgrim Psalms" or "songs of ascent". They were sung by those who journed to the Tem- ple for the annual festival. It still applies today. When we take our cares and trou- bles to the Lord, he hears and answers. We are remembering those in pray who are in need of healing, whether it is physical or spiritual. May the Lord hear and answer our prayers. You are always welcome to worship with us. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter 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 worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 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 Jesus as the Savior and Lord. See our Facebook page: facebook.com/AyrshireVal- leyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor 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 Ser ve our Community. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. in-person or on- line (YouTube or Facebook) for a time of fellowship and Christ-centered instruction 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 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, September 4, Assis- tant Sunday. Wednesday, September 7, Bible Study. Studying Isaiah 50 -53. Sunday, September 11, monthly business meeting, after the morning worship ser vice; Grandparents Day; Patriot Day. Saturday, September 17, Presbyter y at 11 a.m. EDT, First Baptist, Boonville. Sunday, September 18, Rev- erend Ed Stevens Day; Bethel Ice Cream Social at 6 p.m. Wednesday, September 21, Bible Study. Studying Isaiah 54-57. Sunday, September 25, fourth Sunday, offering to building fund. Bible Trivia: Last week's an- swer to: How many layers of gemstones make up the foun- dation of the New Jerusalem? Answer: Twelve layers; Ref- erence: Revelation 21:19-20. Question: What book of the Bible has more references to angels than any other book of the Bible? Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, 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 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 morning worship ser vice 10 a.m.; Sunday evening ser- vice, 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 GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship ser vice at 10:30 a.m.; There will be noWednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. this week. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. When God calls His chil- dren into the unknown, fear is real. Yet, God's love and prom- ises can overshadow fear. The willingness to follow God whereever He leads becomes easier, the more we get to know God and His love for us. Wherever God leads His chil- dren, it's always for the best. "The Lord appeared to Abram and said, 'To your off- spring I will give this land.' So he built an altar there to the Lord, who had appeared to him'" (Genesis 12:7). "Dwight Howe, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-486-3658 Pastor 812-890-9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com. Website: www. immanuelbaptistchurch. weebly.com. Early ser vice at 9:30 a.m. to coincide with children's Sun- day school; Sunday morning Bible study 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10:40 a.m.; Friday, Sept. 2, at 6 p.m. Ev- er yone is welcome to join the group discussion and Bible study. All ages welcome. No Wednesday evening prayer ser vice until October 12 at 6 p.m. No Sunday evening and Thursday ser vices. Celebrate and worship in the sanctuar y while your children and youth receive Bible training. You and your family can enjoy great music, uplifting teaching, heartwarm- ing preparation for the great friendships and connections. New Youth Booster Club starting date and time an- nounced later. Support the kids and families of our church and have fun doing it. "For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse" (Ro- man 1:20). Mission Statement: New Beginnings: What would Je- sus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH Sunday morning worship at 10:15 a.m.; Children's Sun- day school during morning worship; Cross Fit youth on Sunday night at 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday night Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Men's breakfast, September 10. Whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he. Abraham staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glor y to God; and being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform. The children of Israel were brought under at that time, and the children of Judah prevailed, because they relied upon the LORD God of their fathers. God [is] our refuge and strength, a ver y present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea. [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put con- The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, August 31, 2022 D-1 See CHURCH on page 2 Points to Ponder By Curtis Bond Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Ricky Kurth Ramblings of my mind By Lowell Thomas Another week has entered the record books and another is already on the horizon. Time does not stand still nor does it play favorites. If you don't like what is taking place you have to learn to deal with it or live with it. Sometimes we see time as being a cruel heartless thing, but really it is plainly just another day we have to make the most of. I don't claim to be a philospher but just like everyone else I have to deal with tomorrow just like you do. I was fairly satisfied with my new set of blood work tests. A couple were a wee bit higher than I really wanted, but they were still in the range of normal. I talked to my doctor during my appointment and explained to him that I was quickly becom- ing doctor poor. He advised me to schedule one year intervals instead of three and six month intervals. I will do this because it would be a relief. It seems as though I don't have to look for something to complain about, but this time I do have one that usually turns out to be dangerous. I get tired of using the same highway as the "leftlan- ers" especially the ones who want to NASCAR and drive along side of you so you have no chance of avoiding trouble because they are right in the way. When I'm driving I do my best to share the road and that means after you have passed someone get your- self back to the right lane where you belong. For crying out loud this isn't England where it is cor- Did Paul lose his ability to heal? "We say that Paul lost his abil- ity to heal since he didn't heal anyone in his later ministry. But is this a good proof? If he was in prison during his later ministry, how could he have healed any- one?" Well, first of all, people in pris- on need healing just as much as other people! Sometimes even more so, due to the harsh con- ditions found in prisons in those days, and the "stripes" and other beatings that were often laid on Roman prisoners (Acts 16:23; 18:17). But Paul was under a sort of house arrest during his first im- prisonment, as we see in Acts 28:30: "And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him." Under this house arrest type of incarceration, he was able to receive "all that came in unto him." That would have afforded him plenty of opportunity to heal people if he still had that ability. And he seemed to be in the same kind of bonds during his second imprisonment, with people being able to visit him, and even stay See MIND on page 3 See BIBLE on page 3 See POINTS on page 3 Open to men and women, all ages Thursday, Sept. 1 FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH Dennis Randall, Teacher and Minister For additional information call: 812-354-6775 or 941-730-6324 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. will be held at CITY-WIDE BIBLE STUDY You are invited to a