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Sunday Prayer 9:30 am Praise & Worship 10:00am Children's Church 10:30am Sunday Nite Live 6:00pm Driven Youth 6:00pm [more info] |
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Daily Devotional In John 16:33 we see; “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” Trouble seems to be everywhere, and you don’t have to look very far to find it! Knowing Christ, and living in His salvation does not mean that you will never have any difficulty in life, but that relationship does provide a wonderful new prospective of how we handle them. The best thing about trouble is getting past it, and Jesus has set the way for you and me to circumvent it, and along the way, giving us peace! My friend, realize that in every situation in life, Jesus has provided you a roadmap to success, because He has navigated the way for us, and now we can sit back and enjoy the trip. Quote for the Day: ‘Trouble is always before us, how we handle it determines our disposition.’ From the Pastor: I so enjoy the New Year, and the beginning of new things. If you’re like me, we make a great many mistakes, fail to follow through on some promises and forget important dates! But, the New Year brings the opportunity to begin a-fresh and put the past behind us. Yes, it is important to remember the mistakes of yesterday and to not allow those failures to hinder our new day, but the idea of new beginnings and placing our best foot forward is so refreshing, The Apostle Paul, in writing to the church in Philippi, in the 3rd chapter, beginning at verse 12 says; “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected, but I press on that I may lay hold of that for which Christ has also laid hold of me. Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead. I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” As Paul encourages us, through his own determination, we need to press on to the calling that God has for us. I’m so glad that God isn’t finished with me yet. The Lord has a plan and purpose for my life to be the man of God that He has ordained for me to be. Likewise, each of us as believers, must seek out and surrender to the calling that the Lord has for us as well. When we give ourselves to the Word, and fervently pray for guidance, God is faithful to show us His plan and desires. The question here is; will we be obedient to our responsibility of searching the Bible for the insight that the Lord desires to reveal to us, and are we faithful in prayer to listen when He speaks to us? The Scriptures encourage us to seek the Lord; (Jeremiah 33:3; Matthew 11:28 and 1 Peter 5:7), to diligently pray and believe that God has the answer we need and that He is faithful to do just what He said He would do. We can take confidence in the fact that God will answer the prayer of a humble heart. The Word has the answers for your life’s questions. There isn’t anything beyond God’s capabilities, nor His interest in the life and welfare of His children. Knowing this truth, each of us can now step out in assurance, that when we place our hearts in God’s hands, He will lead and guide us on a pathway of success and victory. I don’t know about you, but I for one long to see a greater success factor evident in my life! I want to learn from my mistakes, for I don’t what those same mistakes to hinder what God can, and is willing to do in and through me! I want to discover the full potential, through the Holy Spirit, of what I can do and be for the Lord. I want to dedicate myself to a life of prayer; to the reading and studying of the Word every day. I long to enter into meaningful and personal relationship in worship with my Savior. This is the dawn of a new day, and you and I need to press on, just like Paul, to the higher calling of Christ Jesus. We need to take hold of that which Jesus has taken hold of us. We need to diligently give ourselves to a life of purpose through the Word, and a life of prayer, centered in faith, recognizing that what God has begun in each of us, He is well able to complete. I’m not the same man I was yesterday, nor will I be the same man tomorrow! Each new day brings with it new possibilities! May I choose to discover, each day, what God already knows about me! |
Upcoming Events
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Special Events
The Church Council has schedules a Membership Meeting for Sunday January 29th, 2012, right after the Morning Worship Service. We will announce the results of the Church Council election as well as approve the 2012 Church Budget.
Men's Ministry -
We would like to invite the men of the church to participate in a special Bible Study. We meet on the first Saturday of each month, Call the Church Office for more information.
Women's Ministry -
Attention Women! We want to invite all the ladies of the church to our Women’s Bible Study. The ladies have chosen a study entitled Decorating God's Home – We meet the 4th Thursday of each month...
Youth's Group -
Attention all youth: Come and join us on Sunday nights, for study and fellowship as the Youth Driven meet together. See Pastor Cynthia for information.
Community Outreach -
November 19th is the date for the Outreach to the homeless in Victorville. We are looking for those who would like to participate in this outreach were we plan to feed, and distribute needed items that will bless our friends. If you would like to join us on this date, please sign-up at the Information Table at church or call Judy Wright, Sharon Metzmeier or the Church Office. Let's be a blessing to others and make a difference in our world.
Women's Aglow -
The women in our area are having an awesome time of ministry as a group. They meet the 3rd Saturday of every month at the Pizza Factory in Phelan from 11:30am to 1:30pm. All women are invited to attend
Home Cell Groups: -
The Study of the Minor Prophets meets each Thursday at 6:00pm at the home of Pastor and Cynthia Schinke, 13945 Matero Court in Phelan. We are currently in the Book of Joel. Join us!
Church Council Meeting -
The Church council will meet on Monday, November 14th at 7pm.
Do you enjoy the Coffee Time / Fellowship? -
We are in need of your assistance. You can help out by bringing snacks for before and after each Sunday morning service. A sign-up sheet is available on the snack table with the open dates needed.
Children's Ministries -
Teaching and encouraging our children in the grace and admonition of the Lord is our Biblical responsibility. No matter if you have young children, or are single and don’t have any children at this time, your place as an example and Leader to our children is needed.
Time for Prayer -
(Open House) 5-6:30 pm @ Pastors’ home. On the first Saturday of every month, come join us for prayer and intercession. Witness the power of God released through prayer.
Deaconess Ministry -
We have an outstanding group of women who serve faithfully as our Deaconess. They make sure that we have coffee each Sunday, clean up afterwards, and plan & prepare Church fellowships and dinners. The next time you enjoy a cup of coffee at church, thank a Deaconess!
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Leadership Meeting -
Our next Leadership meeting is a Seminar entitled "Memtoring Your Fellowers" scheduled for Saturday January 7, 2012 beginning at 10am. There will be a lunch served. All leadership is encouraged to attend.
Sonshine Ministry-
We are a small ministry with a big heart. We prefer helping small, local Christian ministries by providing tangible items or financial gifts. Our desire is to help God’s people with their basic needs so they will be open to His loving care for their spiritual needs.
Join us in Operation We Care! Call the church office for information
