I trust that you had a great Christmas and I wish you a very blessed New Year!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the preparation and execution of Sunday's worship service. Special thanks to the choir and Dee for that very nice choir number. I also hope that everyone picked up their cards from the lobby card box. I also wanted to say that I hope everyone who was affected by the ice storm is up and running by now!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Faithful To The End.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, How to Become a Christian. Today
please read number 5 and 6 answer/questions. Next week you will read 7
and 8, etc. during the following weeks to cover all 18 points. You will
find it helpful in dealing with others.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, The Real Santa Claus. This is a good Christmas followup.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Reason Jesus Came. This is a post-Christmas lesson wrap up.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: What are the Greek and Hebrew words for "confess"? Please click on this LINK.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Bibliology and Hermeneutics, part 1 of 10. Click on this LINK .These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on
the same page). Lesson 2 of 10 is "Sola Scriptura".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The hardships that I encountered in the past will help me succeed in the future." Philip Emeagwali
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you will be a blessing to those around you.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, December 30, 2013
Monday, December 23, 2013
December 23, 2013...Training Material
No blog material today. Instead I am giving you the day off in honor of being Christmas week. I am sure that you have plenty to do!
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
In Christ, Pastor Darrell
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
In Christ, Pastor Darrell
Monday, December 16, 2013
December 16, 2013...Training Material.
Greetings on this cold and snowy Monday morning. We had our first serious snowfall over the weekend!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service and the Christmas program on Sunday night. Thanks, Bud for singing "Christmas Shoes"...you know how to get us all teary-eyed. I want to thank all who participated in the morning worship service. Thanks to Ryan and Cindy for the Advent Candle lighting. Special thanks to Bud Myers and Sue Warner for heading up the Christmas program...it was very enjoyable! Excellent job! I want to thank everyone who was involved in any way to create such a nice program. THANKS!!! Thank you to the Sunday School for the Christmas gift that you gave to Mrs. Foltz and me...what a blessing! MERRY CHRISTMAS.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Faith in the Darkness.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, How to Become a Christian. Today please read number 3 and 4 answer/questions. Next week you will read 5 and 6, etc. during the following weeks to cover all 18 points. You will find it helpful.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Twenty Memorable Family Christmas Traditions.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Virgin Birth - Why I Believe it..
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Is there a difference between "sons of God" and "children of God"? Please click on this LINK.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Bibliology and Hermeneutics, part 1 of 10. Click on this LINK .These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). Lesson 1 is "Introduction and Authority".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The will to succeed is important, but what's more important is the will to prepare." Bobby Knight
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you will be blessed during this Christmas season.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service and the Christmas program on Sunday night. Thanks, Bud for singing "Christmas Shoes"...you know how to get us all teary-eyed. I want to thank all who participated in the morning worship service. Thanks to Ryan and Cindy for the Advent Candle lighting. Special thanks to Bud Myers and Sue Warner for heading up the Christmas program...it was very enjoyable! Excellent job! I want to thank everyone who was involved in any way to create such a nice program. THANKS!!! Thank you to the Sunday School for the Christmas gift that you gave to Mrs. Foltz and me...what a blessing! MERRY CHRISTMAS.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Faith in the Darkness.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, How to Become a Christian. Today please read number 3 and 4 answer/questions. Next week you will read 5 and 6, etc. during the following weeks to cover all 18 points. You will find it helpful.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Twenty Memorable Family Christmas Traditions.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Virgin Birth - Why I Believe it..
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Is there a difference between "sons of God" and "children of God"? Please click on this LINK.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Bibliology and Hermeneutics, part 1 of 10. Click on this LINK .These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). Lesson 1 is "Introduction and Authority".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The will to succeed is important, but what's more important is the will to prepare." Bobby Knight
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you will be blessed during this Christmas season.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, December 9, 2013
December 9, 2013...Training Material
Greetings on this cool and snowy Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank all who participated in the morning worship service. Special thanks to the choir for the music and to Beverly and Jane for the second Advent Candle lighting. I want to thank Sue and the teens for singing a special number. Good job teens!!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Eyes On the Eternal.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, How to Become a Christian. Today please read number 1 and 2 answer/questions. Next week you will read 3 and 4, etc. during the following weeks to cover all 18 points. You will find it helpful.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Returning Faith to the Forefront of Christmas.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for How to be a Wise Man or Woman.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: What is the theme of Luke 19:1-10 and how would you tell the story to a child? Please click on this LINK.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Theology, part 10 of 10. Click on this LINK .These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). Lesson 10 is "Unity and Diversity".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "I n order to succeed, we must first believe that we can" Nikos Kazantzakis
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you will enjoy this Christmas season. Remember to say, "Merry Christmas"!
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank all who participated in the morning worship service. Special thanks to the choir for the music and to Beverly and Jane for the second Advent Candle lighting. I want to thank Sue and the teens for singing a special number. Good job teens!!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Eyes On the Eternal.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, How to Become a Christian. Today please read number 1 and 2 answer/questions. Next week you will read 3 and 4, etc. during the following weeks to cover all 18 points. You will find it helpful.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Returning Faith to the Forefront of Christmas.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for How to be a Wise Man or Woman.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: What is the theme of Luke 19:1-10 and how would you tell the story to a child? Please click on this LINK.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Theology, part 10 of 10. Click on this LINK .These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). Lesson 10 is "Unity and Diversity".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "I n order to succeed, we must first believe that we can" Nikos Kazantzakis
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you will enjoy this Christmas season. Remember to say, "Merry Christmas"!
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Thursday, December 5, 2013
December 5, 2013...Training Materials
Greetings to you all...late...too many problems that took precedence to get to blog! This week will be a late, shortened version.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank the Hittles for starting off the Advent Candle lighting. I also give a mighty THANK YOU for all of you who helped in decorating the church...even though one of the trees gave us much frustration. It looks wonderful.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, End of the Bottom Line.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Heaven - A World of Love. Read the second half (6-10) this week.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Ten Tips for Surviving Christmas Without Going Broke.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th." Julie Andrews
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My prayer for you is that you will be all you can be in His service.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank the Hittles for starting off the Advent Candle lighting. I also give a mighty THANK YOU for all of you who helped in decorating the church...even though one of the trees gave us much frustration. It looks wonderful.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, End of the Bottom Line.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Heaven - A World of Love. Read the second half (6-10) this week.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Ten Tips for Surviving Christmas Without Going Broke.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th." Julie Andrews
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My prayer for you is that you will be all you can be in His service.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, November 25, 2013
November 25, 2013...Training Materials
Greetings on this week of Thanksgiving!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank all who participated in the Thanksgiving dinner that we had. It was great!!! Thank you choir for the Thanksgiving reminder in song.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Ego.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Heaven - A World of Love. Read the first half (1-5) this week and the second half (6-10) next week.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Family Conflict Over the Holidays.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Simplicity of Christmas.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: If Jews had accepted Christ as their Messiah would the earthly kingdom have been established? Please click on this LINK. Read this carefully...don't hurry.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Theology, part 9 of 10. Click on this LINK .These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). Lesson 9 is "Does God still speak today?".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "I really believe that everyone has a talent, ability, or skill that he can mined to support himself and to succeed in life." Dean Koontz
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank all who participated in the Thanksgiving dinner that we had. It was great!!! Thank you choir for the Thanksgiving reminder in song.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Ego.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Heaven - A World of Love. Read the first half (1-5) this week and the second half (6-10) next week.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Family Conflict Over the Holidays.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Simplicity of Christmas.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: If Jews had accepted Christ as their Messiah would the earthly kingdom have been established? Please click on this LINK. Read this carefully...don't hurry.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Theology, part 9 of 10. Click on this LINK .These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). Lesson 9 is "Does God still speak today?".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "I really believe that everyone has a talent, ability, or skill that he can mined to support himself and to succeed in life." Dean Koontz
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
November 19, 2013...Training Materials
Greetings on this partly sunny Tuesday morning (yes, the blog is a day late).
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank everyone who went to CRI Saturday to help check literature and box items to be loaded into a container for shipment overseas. We accomplished a lot!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Downward Mobility.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 4 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Surviving Loss: How to Make it Through the Holiday Season.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Birth of Jesus Christ. This is a great pre-Christmas article to read by Daniel Wallace.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: When Christ came was it to establish an earthly or spiritual kingdom? Please click on this LINK.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Theology, part 8 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 8 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 8 is "Sources of Theology".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "True happiness involves the full use of one's power and talents." John W. Gardner.
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you move forward with the truth.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I want to thank everyone who went to CRI Saturday to help check literature and box items to be loaded into a container for shipment overseas. We accomplished a lot!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Downward Mobility.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 4 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Surviving Loss: How to Make it Through the Holiday Season.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Birth of Jesus Christ. This is a great pre-Christmas article to read by Daniel Wallace.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: When Christ came was it to establish an earthly or spiritual kingdom? Please click on this LINK.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro to Theology, part 8 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 8 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 8 is "Sources of Theology".
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "True happiness involves the full use of one's power and talents." John W. Gardner.
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you move forward with the truth.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, November 11, 2013
November 11, 2013...Training Materials
Greetings on this cloudy and cool Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I appreciate all that you do. Thank you Dee for the wonderful message in song! I also want to thank the leaders who went to The Superbowl with our teens. 16 went from First Baptist and 64 teens responded to the Gospel at the event!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Divine Urgency.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 3 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, God is Good! Give Thanks!
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Compound Names of God. Pt. 2 of 2
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Will the Lost Tribes of Israel be Found and Return to Jerusalem? Click this LINK for the answer.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro. to Theology, lesson 7 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 7 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 7 is "Traditions in Christian Theology". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds." G. B. Hinckley
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you be all that God wants you to be..
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I appreciate all that you do. Thank you Dee for the wonderful message in song! I also want to thank the leaders who went to The Superbowl with our teens. 16 went from First Baptist and 64 teens responded to the Gospel at the event!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Divine Urgency.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 3 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, God is Good! Give Thanks!
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Compound Names of God. Pt. 2 of 2
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Will the Lost Tribes of Israel be Found and Return to Jerusalem? Click this LINK for the answer.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro. to Theology, lesson 7 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 7 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 7 is "Traditions in Christian Theology". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds." G. B. Hinckley
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
My desire for you is that you be all that God wants you to be..
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, November 4, 2013
October 4, 2013...Training Materials
Greetings on this frosty yet sunny Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I appreciate all that you do. Thank you choir for the wonderful message in song! I want to thank all who helped in setting up for communion and Bro. LeRoy for his ministry update. It is always good to see him and his lovely wife.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Diversity by Design.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 2 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, 30 Days of Thanksgiving.... This is a great idea that you might use.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Compound Names of God. Pt. 1 of 2
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Can Promises of Judgment on Israel be Applied to our Nation? Click this LINK for the answer.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro. to Theology, lesson 6 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 6 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 6 is "Defining Essentials...". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other. Walter Elliot
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
I pray that you will experience God's grace this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I appreciate all that you do. Thank you choir for the wonderful message in song! I want to thank all who helped in setting up for communion and Bro. LeRoy for his ministry update. It is always good to see him and his lovely wife.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Diversity by Design.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 2 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, 30 Days of Thanksgiving.... This is a great idea that you might use.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Compound Names of God. Pt. 1 of 2
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Can Promises of Judgment on Israel be Applied to our Nation? Click this LINK for the answer.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro. to Theology, lesson 6 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 6 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 6 is "Defining Essentials...". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other. Walter Elliot
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
I pray that you will experience God's grace this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, October 28, 2013
Occtober 28, 2013...Training Materials
Greetings on this cool Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I appreciate all that you do.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Discontent (second article).
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 1 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Social Media 101. If you are a parent, grand parent or teacher, you should read this.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Names of God.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: How Did the Holy Spirit Operate in the Lives of OT Saints? Click this LINK for the answer.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro. to Theology, lesson 5 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 5 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 5 is "Christian Epistemology (epistemology is the study of knowledge)". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Do your work with your whole heart, and you will succeed - there is so little competition. Elbert Hubbard
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May you experience the joy of the Lord this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. I appreciate all that you do.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Discontent (second article).
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Where is God When Bad Things Happen? Pt. 1 of 4.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Social Media 101. If you are a parent, grand parent or teacher, you should read this.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for The Names of God.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: How Did the Holy Spirit Operate in the Lives of OT Saints? Click this LINK for the answer.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Intro. to Theology, lesson 5 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 5 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 5 is "Christian Epistemology (epistemology is the study of knowledge)". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Do your work with your whole heart, and you will succeed - there is so little competition. Elbert Hubbard
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May you experience the joy of the Lord this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, October 21, 2013
October 21...Training Materials
Greetings on this wet Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to the choir for their message in song.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Discontent.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Why Are Young People Leaving the Church?
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, My Son is Painfully Shy and Never Talks Around His Peers.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 12 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Why don't Christians keep the 4th commandment if they keep the others? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Introduction to Theology, Lesson 4 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 4 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 4 is "Post Modern Epistemology (epistemology is the study of knowledge)". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Wherever you are - be all there. Jim Elliot
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May you serve the Lord with all of your might.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to the choir for their message in song.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Discontent.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Why Are Young People Leaving the Church?
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, My Son is Painfully Shy and Never Talks Around His Peers.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 12 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Why don't Christians keep the 4th commandment if they keep the others? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week.
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Introduction to Theology, Lesson 4 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 4 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 4 is "Post Modern Epistemology (epistemology is the study of knowledge)". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Wherever you are - be all there. Jim Elliot
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May you serve the Lord with all of your might.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, October 14, 2013
October 14, 2013...Training Materials
Greetings on this cool Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to Bud Myers for his message in song. While I am thinking of it, thank you to those who provide the coffee and snacks during the between Church and Sunday School (even though I spilled all of my cheese on the floor... oh well).
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Desire for God.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 7 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, The Top 10 Ways to Make Your Teens Want to Hang Out With You. Feel free to share this link with someone who may need it.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 11 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: How Should New Testament Believers relate to the OT Law? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Introduction to Theology, Lesson 3 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 3 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 3 is "Categories of Theology". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "If you don't like how things are, change it! You're not a tree." Jim Rohn
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May your journey be pleasant this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to Bud Myers for his message in song. While I am thinking of it, thank you to those who provide the coffee and snacks during the between Church and Sunday School (even though I spilled all of my cheese on the floor... oh well).
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Desire for God.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 7 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, The Top 10 Ways to Make Your Teens Want to Hang Out With You. Feel free to share this link with someone who may need it.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 11 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: How Should New Testament Believers relate to the OT Law? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: An Introduction to Theology, Lesson 3 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 3 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 3 is "Categories of Theology". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "If you don't like how things are, change it! You're not a tree." Jim Rohn
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May your journey be pleasant this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, October 7, 2013
October 7, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this cool Fall Monday morn.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to everyone who helped prepare and set up for communion. Thank you choir for bringing us that message in song. I also want to thank Nikki Brand who has graciously agreed to help us on the platform by taking care of announcements, etc.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Desire for God.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 6 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Kids Need Parents Who are Leaders. Feel free to share this link with someone who may need it.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 10 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: How many types of covenants are recorded in the Bible? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: . An Introduction to Theology, lesson 2 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 2 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 2 is "Defining Theology". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "One may miss the mark by aiming too high as too low" Thomas Fuller
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
It is my prayer that you will have all that you need to serve the Lord this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to everyone who helped prepare and set up for communion. Thank you choir for bringing us that message in song. I also want to thank Nikki Brand who has graciously agreed to help us on the platform by taking care of announcements, etc.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Desire for God.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 6 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Kids Need Parents Who are Leaders. Feel free to share this link with someone who may need it.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 10 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: How many types of covenants are recorded in the Bible? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: . An Introduction to Theology, lesson 2 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 2 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 2 is "Defining Theology". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "One may miss the mark by aiming too high as too low" Thomas Fuller
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
It is my prayer that you will have all that you need to serve the Lord this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, September 30, 2013
September 30, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this overcast Monday morn.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to Brenda von Linsowe for the special music. I also want to thank The Foresters, along with Kate and John, for the great concert Sunday afternoon...the last of our 2013 Summer Concerts. I really enjoyed it! If you were not there you missed a real blessing! Man, could that John play the piano!!! I think that keyboard is still warm today!
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LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Dare to Encourage.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 5 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, How to Raise a Teenager Without Losing Your Sanity. Feel free to share this link with someone who may need it.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 9 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Does the New Testament begin with the Book of Acts? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: . An Introduction to Theology, lesson 1 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 1 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 1 is "Class Introduction". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Know or listen to those who Know." Baltasar Gracian
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
I pray that you will allow God to lead you this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the worship service. Special thanks to Brenda von Linsowe for the special music. I also want to thank The Foresters, along with Kate and John, for the great concert Sunday afternoon...the last of our 2013 Summer Concerts. I really enjoyed it! If you were not there you missed a real blessing! Man, could that John play the piano!!! I think that keyboard is still warm today!
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LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Dare to Encourage.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 5 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, How to Raise a Teenager Without Losing Your Sanity. Feel free to share this link with someone who may need it.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 9 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Does the New Testament begin with the Book of Acts? Click this LINK for the answer. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: . An Introduction to Theology, lesson 1 of 10. Click on this LINK. These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). This session is number 1 in Introduction to Theology. Lesson 1 is "Class Introduction". There will be a new session posted each week.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Know or listen to those who Know." Baltasar Gracian
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
I pray that you will allow God to lead you this week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, September 23, 2013
September 23, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings to all of you on this crisp September day.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who was involved in the baptisms of Marilyn Lemon, Cordell Lacy and Jeff Warner. It was great... even though the water heater didn't work (and the water was very cold). Congratulations to the baptismal candidates!I also want to thank Bud Meyers for going to the ABC Michigan Annual Meeting on Saturday. We had a great time of fellowship together (and even a few laughs!).
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Cynicism. This is the second one.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 4 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Sexting: Kids at Risk.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 8 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon. Starts in October, 2013. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon. Starts in October, 2013. We will show one class per month. The same link will be up all month long so that you can choose your time to see it.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Who seeks shall find." Sophocles
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
I trust that you will have a great week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, September 16, 2013
September 16, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings to all of you post National Back To Church Sunday!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who helped make National Back To Church Sunday a great day at First Baptist Church. Special thanks to Sue Warner and crew for getting the bread gifts together! It was GREAT!!! Thank you to our Church family for getting behind the day and inviting those friends and family. We saw about a 21% increase in attendance over the previous months. Praise the Lord! All of your hard work and inviting paid off!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Cynicism.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 3 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Voices In Your Teen's Life.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 7 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon. We will show one class per month. The same link will be up all month long so that you can choose your time to see it.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "I'd rather attempt to do something great and fail than to attempt nothing and succeed. R. Schuller
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
I trust that your week will be pleasing to the Lord.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who helped make National Back To Church Sunday a great day at First Baptist Church. Special thanks to Sue Warner and crew for getting the bread gifts together! It was GREAT!!! Thank you to our Church family for getting behind the day and inviting those friends and family. We saw about a 21% increase in attendance over the previous months. Praise the Lord! All of your hard work and inviting paid off!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Cynicism.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 3 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Voices In Your Teen's Life.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 7 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon. We will show one class per month. The same link will be up all month long so that you can choose your time to see it.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "I'd rather attempt to do something great and fail than to attempt nothing and succeed. R. Schuller
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
I trust that your week will be pleasing to the Lord.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, September 9, 2013
September 9, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings to all of you post Rally Day people!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who helped make Rally Day Sunday a great day at First Baptist Church... special thanks to Sally, Dale and crew (including the Kitchen Crew...YUM!!) for all of the planning and execution! It was GREAT!!! Thank you to our Church clowns for their help.
Make sure that you participate in National Back To Church Sunday on September the 15th, 2013!!! Be there yourself and bring a friend. Let's make this a great day!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Courage To Stand.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 2 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Raising G-Rated Kids in an X-Rated World.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 6 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon. We will show one class per month.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Small deeds done are better than great deeds planned." Peter Marshall
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May your journey be sweet.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who helped make Rally Day Sunday a great day at First Baptist Church... special thanks to Sally, Dale and crew (including the Kitchen Crew...YUM!!) for all of the planning and execution! It was GREAT!!! Thank you to our Church clowns for their help.
Make sure that you participate in National Back To Church Sunday on September the 15th, 2013!!! Be there yourself and bring a friend. Let's make this a great day!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Courage To Stand.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 2 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Raising G-Rated Kids in an X-Rated World.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 6 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon. We will feature a new question and answer each week. Some will be easy and some will be hard!
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon. We will show one class per month.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Small deeds done are better than great deeds planned." Peter Marshall
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May your journey be sweet.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
September 3, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings to all of you back-to-school-people!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who helped make Sunday a great day at First Baptist. We had a busy schedule... but it was all good.
Make sure that you participate in National Back To Church Sunday on September the 15th, 2013!!! Let us make this a wonderful day!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Courage.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 1 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Back-To-School Checklist.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 5 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "What you do today can improve all your tomorrows." R. Marston
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
Make every effort at running the race.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who helped make Sunday a great day at First Baptist. We had a busy schedule... but it was all good.
Make sure that you participate in National Back To Church Sunday on September the 15th, 2013!!! Let us make this a wonderful day!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Courage.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, The Seven Pillars of Ministry, part 1 of 7.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Back-To-School Checklist.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 5 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "What you do today can improve all your tomorrows." R. Marston
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
Make every effort at running the race.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, August 26, 2013
August 26, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this end of August Monday!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank Dee Wilson, Elizabeth Warner, Linda Hittle and everyone else who helped make our music Sunday special! Fine job everyone!!! Thanks should be recognized for all of the workers who made the youth garage sale a success.
Know what is coming up in this back to school season!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Courage. This is the second one on courage. I think there is two more to come.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK to read part 3 of 3 of the article, Hell - Why it's Eternal...".
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Teens Need Their Sleep.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 4 in 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The wise does at once what the fool does at last." B. Gracian
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for the devotional.
Trust God and do your best.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank Dee Wilson, Elizabeth Warner, Linda Hittle and everyone else who helped make our music Sunday special! Fine job everyone!!! Thanks should be recognized for all of the workers who made the youth garage sale a success.
Know what is coming up in this back to school season!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Courage. This is the second one on courage. I think there is two more to come.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK to read part 3 of 3 of the article, Hell - Why it's Eternal...".
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Teens Need Their Sleep.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK for method 4 in 12 Methods for Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The wise does at once what the fool does at last." B. Gracian
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for the devotional.
Trust God and do your best.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, August 19, 2013
August 19, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this pleasant summer morn.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank Sue Warner for the special music Sunday... good ministry. Thanks to all of our workers who make Sunday work!
REMINDER: Make sure that you mark on your calendars, September 8... RALLY DAY... and September 15... National Back To Church Sunday! Get behind this event!
Our final Summer Concert is on September 29th at 4 pm., featuring The Foresters.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK to view the article, Courage.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article When the Healing Doesn't Come. This is an important read... share the link with someone who needs to read it.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the video, Discipline: Phrases Parents Can Use. Practical approaches to parenting.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK to view method number 3 in The 12 Methods For Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "You can't build a reputation on what you are going to do." Henry Ford
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May your service be sweet.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank Sue Warner for the special music Sunday... good ministry. Thanks to all of our workers who make Sunday work!
REMINDER: Make sure that you mark on your calendars, September 8... RALLY DAY... and September 15... National Back To Church Sunday! Get behind this event!
Our final Summer Concert is on September 29th at 4 pm., featuring The Foresters.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK to view the article, Courage.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article When the Healing Doesn't Come. This is an important read... share the link with someone who needs to read it.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the video, Discipline: Phrases Parents Can Use. Practical approaches to parenting.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK to view method number 3 in The 12 Methods For Bible Study.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "You can't build a reputation on what you are going to do." Henry Ford
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for it.
May your service be sweet.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, August 12, 2013
August 12, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this August Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: Thank you Nikki for the Mission's Minute and thanks to the Gospel group, Justified for the fine concert at 4 pm. We had good attendance and a nice love offering for the guys! I really enjoyed it and I hope all of you did too!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Confidence In Truth.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK to see part 2 of 3, Hell - Why it's Eternal and the Remarkable Ease of Entering Heaven.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click on this LINK to view the article, Seven Tips for a Successful School Year. Read it and share the link with a friend on Face Book, etc.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click on this LINK to view method 2 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study. It is the chapter summary method.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "No matter how many goals you have achieved, you must set your sights on a higher one." Jesica Savitch
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for the devotional.
Have a great week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: Thank you Nikki for the Mission's Minute and thanks to the Gospel group, Justified for the fine concert at 4 pm. We had good attendance and a nice love offering for the guys! I really enjoyed it and I hope all of you did too!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Confidence In Truth.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK to see part 2 of 3, Hell - Why it's Eternal and the Remarkable Ease of Entering Heaven.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click on this LINK to view the article, Seven Tips for a Successful School Year. Read it and share the link with a friend on Face Book, etc.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click on this LINK to view method 2 in the series, 12 Methods for Bible Study. It is the chapter summary method.
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "No matter how many goals you have achieved, you must set your sights on a higher one." Jesica Savitch
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for the devotional.
Have a great week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, August 5, 2013
August 5, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this nice Monday morning in Grand Blanc.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank all of the ladies and men who were involved in communion preparation. Thank you, Sue Warner and Associates who took our teens on the Mission's Trip to Grand Rapids. You are to be commended for your care and concern. Great job all!! Thank you for the report Sunday.
A reminder: Next Sunday is our #3 Summer Concert with JUSTIFIED. I know that you will enjoy this Quartet. Make sure you invite someone with you to the concert.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click on this LINK to see, Confession Model.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK for Hell, why it's eternal and the remarkable ease of entering Heaven, part 1 of 3.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click on this LINK for When Family Friendly Becomes Too Much for Parents. You may find this interesting.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click on this LINK for 12 Methods for Bible Study. Scroll down to method one and review it for this session... give it a try. Next week's blog will have method 2, etc. until we have covered all 12 methods. This is a great exercise that will pay long term dividends... it's not as tough as you think!
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon!!
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon!! You will find this helpful and provocative.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club." Jack London
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for the devotional.
May you have a blessed week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank all of the ladies and men who were involved in communion preparation. Thank you, Sue Warner and Associates who took our teens on the Mission's Trip to Grand Rapids. You are to be commended for your care and concern. Great job all!! Thank you for the report Sunday.
A reminder: Next Sunday is our #3 Summer Concert with JUSTIFIED. I know that you will enjoy this Quartet. Make sure you invite someone with you to the concert.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click on this LINK to see, Confession Model.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK for Hell, why it's eternal and the remarkable ease of entering Heaven, part 1 of 3.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click on this LINK for When Family Friendly Becomes Too Much for Parents. You may find this interesting.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click on this LINK for 12 Methods for Bible Study. Scroll down to method one and review it for this session... give it a try. Next week's blog will have method 2, etc. until we have covered all 12 methods. This is a great exercise that will pay long term dividends... it's not as tough as you think!
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon!!
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Coming soon!! You will find this helpful and provocative.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club." Jack London
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK for the devotional.
May you have a blessed week.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, July 29, 2013
July 29, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this cool Monday morning... the day after my 65th birthday... ouch!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who sent cards and well wishes for my birthday. I really appreciate it. I don't know who gave me the Corvette... just kidding!!! Thanks to Mary Hocken and associates for the birthday cake just before Sunday School... it was yummy! I want to thank Jan Foltz for the special music... great job! While I'm thinking about it, on July 14th, Sue Warner sang for us... and I forgot to mention it on the next day's blog. Sue, I'm sorry... it was a big flub on my part. THANKS!!!
Don't forget to pray for our young people who are off on a missions adventure. When they get back, I hope to get a report during Sunday morn. worship.
Plan now for the next summer concert on Sunday, August 11th at 4 pm. here at the Church. It will feature a great new group, JUSTIFIED. I'm looking forward to their visit.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Clients In Need.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Modern Slave Trafficking and How You Can Help.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click on this LINK for the article, Compassionate Caregiving. Please note the resources listed... very helpful.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click on this LINK in order to view, Bible Answers To Life Questions. This is a great one to print out and put in your Bible or set it aside for future reference.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon! These will be for the hardy... no easy stuff here! This will be Seminary level material. For the few... the proud... the serious Bible students.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Set your goals high, and don't stop until you get there." Bo Jackson
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click on this LINK for it.
Experience God's grace in your life.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who sent cards and well wishes for my birthday. I really appreciate it. I don't know who gave me the Corvette... just kidding!!! Thanks to Mary Hocken and associates for the birthday cake just before Sunday School... it was yummy! I want to thank Jan Foltz for the special music... great job! While I'm thinking about it, on July 14th, Sue Warner sang for us... and I forgot to mention it on the next day's blog. Sue, I'm sorry... it was a big flub on my part. THANKS!!!
Don't forget to pray for our young people who are off on a missions adventure. When they get back, I hope to get a report during Sunday morn. worship.
Plan now for the next summer concert on Sunday, August 11th at 4 pm. here at the Church. It will feature a great new group, JUSTIFIED. I'm looking forward to their visit.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Clients In Need.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Modern Slave Trafficking and How You Can Help.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click on this LINK for the article, Compassionate Caregiving. Please note the resources listed... very helpful.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click on this LINK in order to view, Bible Answers To Life Questions. This is a great one to print out and put in your Bible or set it aside for future reference.
GRADUATE STUDIES: Coming soon! These will be for the hardy... no easy stuff here! This will be Seminary level material. For the few... the proud... the serious Bible students.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Set your goals high, and don't stop until you get there." Bo Jackson
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click on this LINK for it.
Experience God's grace in your life.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, July 22, 2013
July 22, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this very nice Monday morning.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank John Esser who came in Sunday for the Gideons and shared with us their ministry. Thank you Dee for the music in song... and the special hair event!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click on this LINK for the article, Clay Pots.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click on this LINK to see the article, Forgiveness.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK for the article, Handling Social Media with Your Kids.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK for the article, Homosexuality: The Biblical-Christian View. This is a very controversial subject in our day... but it needs to be confronted. The benefit of this article is it's presentation, it's thoroughness and the resources mentioned at the end. You need to read this!
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The most effective way to do it, is to do it." Amelia Earhart.
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click on this LINK for it.
It is my wish and prayer that you have a profitable day of service.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank John Esser who came in Sunday for the Gideons and shared with us their ministry. Thank you Dee for the music in song... and the special hair event!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click on this LINK for the article, Clay Pots.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click on this LINK to see the article, Forgiveness.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK for the article, Handling Social Media with Your Kids.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK for the article, Homosexuality: The Biblical-Christian View. This is a very controversial subject in our day... but it needs to be confronted. The benefit of this article is it's presentation, it's thoroughness and the resources mentioned at the end. You need to read this!
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The most effective way to do it, is to do it." Amelia Earhart.
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click on this LINK for it.
It is my wish and prayer that you have a profitable day of service.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, July 15, 2013
July 15, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this warm Monday morning in July.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank REJOICE for the tremendous concert that they presented yesterday, here at F.B.C. We had a great time of fellowship along with a special piano number that was unexpected. Great job ladies!!!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Choosing Delight.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Supreme Court Cases Defining Marriage.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK to view the article, Danger - Keep Out Insidious Porn.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK to view the article, No Lost Books. This is an important paper for all of us to be aware of.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "You need to overcome the tug of people against you as you reach for high goals." George S. Patton
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK to view it.
I pray that the Lord will give you strength for the journey.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank REJOICE for the tremendous concert that they presented yesterday, here at F.B.C. We had a great time of fellowship along with a special piano number that was unexpected. Great job ladies!!!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Click on this LINK for the article, Choosing Delight.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Click this LINK for the article, Supreme Court Cases Defining Marriage.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK to view the article, Danger - Keep Out Insidious Porn.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK to view the article, No Lost Books. This is an important paper for all of us to be aware of.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "You need to overcome the tug of people against you as you reach for high goals." George S. Patton
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Click this LINK to view it.
I pray that the Lord will give you strength for the journey.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
July 9, 2013... Training Materials
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Monday, July 1, 2013
July 1, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this beginning of July.
PERSONAL NOTE: Once again I thank everyone who made our Sunday worship service a time that was personal and corporate. Thanks, Brenda for your special music.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click this LINK for the article, Choice is Everything.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click this LINK for the article, How To Know With Absolute Certainty That You're Going To Heaven. I hope that you all will read this and maybe share it with someone who needs to read it.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK for the article, 5 Ways To Have A Stress-free Summer Vacation.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK for the article, The Source of True Strength.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "If you are able to walk away, you will always retain the ability to create a win/win outcome." Peter Stark
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Please click this LINK for the devotional.
May God comfort you during these turbulent national times.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: Once again I thank everyone who made our Sunday worship service a time that was personal and corporate. Thanks, Brenda for your special music.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click this LINK for the article, Choice is Everything.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click this LINK for the article, How To Know With Absolute Certainty That You're Going To Heaven. I hope that you all will read this and maybe share it with someone who needs to read it.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK for the article, 5 Ways To Have A Stress-free Summer Vacation.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK for the article, The Source of True Strength.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "If you are able to walk away, you will always retain the ability to create a win/win outcome." Peter Stark
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Please click this LINK for the devotional.
May God comfort you during these turbulent national times.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, June 24, 2013
June 24, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this lovely Monday morning in June.
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank all who were involved in the baby dedication yesterday.What a great service! We rejoice with Donald and Bridget Mass in the dedication of little Grace Elizabeth Mass. Grace made a special day for all of us. Blessings upon you Grace.
I also owe a monumental THANKS to Bill Swift and Associates for the wonderful Bible School this past week. Everyone did their part and we had excellent attendance plus we had 23 kids make a decision for Christ! That's what I'm talking about!!! Excellent job VBS crew!!! Gold stars for all!
Here is your reminder... Sunday, July 14, 2013 at 4 pm. we have our second summer concert with "REJOICE" from my hometown of Port Huron, MI. We have had them here before and I am looking forward to hearing them again. Make plans now to attend and bring some guests with you... you will not be disappointed!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click on this LINK to view the article, Chinks in the Armor.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click this LINK to view the article, part 7 of 7, Famines, Deserts, and Other Hard Places.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK to view the article, What was My Kid Thinking.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK to hear the audio, Satan's Defeat by Jeff Miller. This is the last audio in the Satan series.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph." Thomas Paine
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Please click this LINK to view the devotional.
May you rejoice in God's work through your hands.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank all who were involved in the baby dedication yesterday.What a great service! We rejoice with Donald and Bridget Mass in the dedication of little Grace Elizabeth Mass. Grace made a special day for all of us. Blessings upon you Grace.
I also owe a monumental THANKS to Bill Swift and Associates for the wonderful Bible School this past week. Everyone did their part and we had excellent attendance plus we had 23 kids make a decision for Christ! That's what I'm talking about!!! Excellent job VBS crew!!! Gold stars for all!
Here is your reminder... Sunday, July 14, 2013 at 4 pm. we have our second summer concert with "REJOICE" from my hometown of Port Huron, MI. We have had them here before and I am looking forward to hearing them again. Make plans now to attend and bring some guests with you... you will not be disappointed!
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click on this LINK to view the article, Chinks in the Armor.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click this LINK to view the article, part 7 of 7, Famines, Deserts, and Other Hard Places.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK to view the article, What was My Kid Thinking.
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK to hear the audio, Satan's Defeat by Jeff Miller. This is the last audio in the Satan series.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph." Thomas Paine
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Please click this LINK to view the devotional.
May you rejoice in God's work through your hands.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
Monday, June 17, 2013
June 17, 2013... Training Materials
Greetings on this first day of VBS at FBC!
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who signed up for Vacation Bible School 2013. What a great week is in store!!! Most of the decorations were up Sunday so everyone had a chance to see what was ahead. Let us pray for a great week and a special blessing upon all of the workers.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click this LINK to view the article, Character.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click this LINK to view part 6 of 7 of Famines, Deserts, and Other Hard Places.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK for the article, Who Is That Stranger In My House?
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK to listen to the audio, Satan's Fall.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The secret of getting ahead is getting started." Agatha Christie
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Please click this LINK to view the devotional.
Your service for Jesus will not go unrewarded.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who signed up for Vacation Bible School 2013. What a great week is in store!!! Most of the decorations were up Sunday so everyone had a chance to see what was ahead. Let us pray for a great week and a special blessing upon all of the workers.
LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: Please click this LINK to view the article, Character.
THEOLOGY ARTICLE: Please click this LINK to view part 6 of 7 of Famines, Deserts, and Other Hard Places.
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Please click this LINK for the article, Who Is That Stranger In My House?
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Please click this LINK to listen to the audio, Satan's Fall.
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The secret of getting ahead is getting started." Agatha Christie
TODAY'S DEVOTIONAL: Please click this LINK to view the devotional.
Your service for Jesus will not go unrewarded.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell
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