Monday, June 29, 2015

Greetings on this June Monday morning. Last week was a great week of VBS!!!
                                                                
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who assisted in preparation for the Sunday worship service. Thank you everyone who helped with VBS...we had a great time! Thanks VBS workers, who sang and led us in one of the VBS songs! Thank you Mr. Bud for the special Sunday. It was a good choice.
 
LEADERSHIP APOLOGETICS: Click this LINKfor our 21st apologetics short video. I believe there is much to learn for these nationally recognized Christian teachers and philosophers. Today's lesson is "Christianity and Islam".
                       
TRAINING THE TEACHER: My intent here is to provide long-term biblical training for those who are in church work but may not feel adequately trained in the Bible and Christianity teaching in general. I want all of you to take this training (whether you teach or not) because it will better equip you to teach or live as a disciple of Christ. All of the material for this training is  coming to you by Biblical Training.org. I am linking you to their site for each of the lessons. You will be exposed to some of the finest Bible teachers in the country. You will receive Bible Institute level training. Our session is one of 10 lessons (one each week). It is Lesson 4, "Soul Food of the Poets" from the module: Bible Survey with Dr. Bert Downs as teacher. Click this LINK for the video lesson. Visit their website and see that there are different levels for your involvement. By registering with them (free), you can have access to outlines, transcripts, etc. If you choose to do more than one lesson each week...go for it! Study at your pace!                                            
                           
 HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Someone Who Understands.
                                                                         
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK  for the article, An Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew...Lesson 31...The Necessity of Bearing Fruit. This series will last for a number of weeks. The host for this series is Dr. Allen Ross.
                                                                           
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Should We Worship Mary? Click on this LINK .
                                                                     
GRADUATE STUDIES: Trinitarianism..."The Doctrine of the Trinity", pt.1 of 2. This is Lesson 7 of 10. Click on this LINK . These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). At the end of Dec. 2014, we started the Graduate Program over from the beginning. These lessons are at an advanced, graduate level of study. If you missed any lessons previously, get them this time around.
                                                               
COUNSELING HELP: The category is Handling Depression. Click this LINK for the article, Is it wrong for a Christian to take an antidepressant?
                                                           
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "We didn't lose the game; we just ran out of time." Vince Lombardi. Here is a humorous bonus by that great baseball player and philosopher, Yogi Berra, to lighten your day: "When you come to a fork in the road, take it." That is what Yogi said when he was giving directions to a friend.
 
My desire for you this week is that you keep on keeping on.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell.

Monday, June 22, 2015

Greetings on this June Monday morning. VBS has just begun!!!
                                                                
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who assisted in preparation for the Sunday worship service. Thank you everyone who helped set up for VBS...things look great! Thank you Dee and Choir for the special Sunday. I enjoyed the number. We look forward to a great week.
 
LEADERSHIP APOLOGETICS: Click this LINKfor our 20th apologetics short video. I believe there is much to learn for these nationally recognized Christian teachers and philosophers. Today's lesson is "The Qu'ran", part 2.
                       
TRAINING THE TEACHER: My intent here is to provide long-term biblical training for those who are in church work but may not feel adequately trained in the Bible and Christianity teaching in general. I want all of you to take this training (whether you teach or not) because it will better equip you to teach or live as a disciple of Christ. All of the material for this training is  coming to you by Biblical Training.org. I am linking you to their site for each of the lessons. You will be exposed to some of the finest Bible teachers in the country. You will receive Bible Institute level training. Our third session is one of 10 lessons (one each week). It is Lesson 3, "Living the Law" from the module: Bible Survey with Dr. Bert Downs as teacher. Click this LINK for the video lesson. Visit their website and see that there are different levels for your involvement. By registering with them (free), you can have access to outlines, transcripts, etc. If you choose to do more than one lesson each week...go for it! Study at your pace!                                            
                           
 HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Tips for becoming a better dad.
                                                                         
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK  for the article, An Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew...Lesson 30...The Triumphal Entry. This series will last for a number of weeks. The host for this series is Dr. Allen Ross.
                                                                           
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Should Christians bestow special honor on Mary? Click on this LINK .
                                                                     
GRADUATE STUDIES: Trinitarianism..."The Communicable Attributes of God. This is Lesson 6 of 10. Click on this LINK . These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). At the end of Dec. 2014, we started the Graduate Program over from the beginning. If you missed any lessons previously, get them this time around.
                                                               
COUNSELING HELP: The category is Handling Depression. Click this LINK for the article, Coping with the Blues.
                                                           
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Success demands singleness of purpose." Vince Lombardi. Here is a humorous bonus by that great baseball player and philosopher, Yogi Berra, to lighten your day: "Why buy good luggage? You only use it when you travel." That is what Yogi said.
 
My desire for you this week is that you experience singleness of purpose.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell.

Monday, June 15, 2015

Greetings on this June Monday morning. Can you believe we are halfway through June already?
                                                                
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who assisted in preparation for the Sunday worship service. Thank you teens and leaders for all of the help in the Sunday worship service...good work. Thank you Elizabeth Stohlman for the solo number...good job! Thank you to Sallie Stanley and Brenda Foutch for the hard work on the entire program and the great picnic luncheon. I want to thank REJOICE for the wonderful concert in the afternoon. If you were not there, you missed a great concert. What a blessing it was! Finally, CONGRATULATIONS to all of the graduates!!! We wish you well in your future endeavors.
 
LEADERSHIP APOLOGETICS: Click this LINKfor our 19th apologetics short video. I believe there is much to learn for these nationally recognized Christian teachers and philosophers. Today's lesson is "The Qu'ran".
                       
TRAINING THE TEACHER: My intent here is to provide long-term biblical training for those who are in church work but may not feel adequately trained in the Bible and Christianity teaching in general. I want all of you to take this training (whether you teach or not) because it will better equip you to teach or live as a disciple of Christ. All of the material for this training is  coming to you by Biblical Training.org. I am linking you to their site for each of the lessons. You will be exposed to some of the finest Bible teachers in the country. You will receive Bible Institute level training. Our second session is one of 10 lessons (one each week). It is Lesson 2, "Setting the Compass" from the module: Bible Survey with Dr. Bert Downs as teacher. Click this LINK for the video lesson. Visit their website and see that there are different levels for your involvement. By registering with them (free), you can have access to outlines, transcripts, etc. If you choose to do more than one lesson each week...go for it! Study at your pace!                                            
                           
 HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Making People Brand-New.
                                                                         
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK  for the article, An Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew...Lesson 29...Workers in the Vineyard. This series will last for a number of weeks. The host for this series is Dr. Allen Ross.
                                                                           
HERE'S MY QUESTION: What does the Bible say about carrying weapons for our own protection? Click on this LINK .
                                                                     
 GRADUATE STUDIES: Trinitarianism..."The Incommunicable Attributes of God", part 2 of 2". This is Lesson 5 of 10. Click on this LINK . These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). At the end of Dec. 2014, we started the Graduate Program over from the beginning. If you missed any lessons previously, get them this time around.
                                                               
COUNSELING HELP: The category is Crisis Management. Click this LINK for the article, Coping with a Crisis in Your Life.
                                                           
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Football is like life - it requires perseverance, self-denial, hard work, sacrifice, dedication and respect for authority." Vince Lombardi. Here is a humorous bonus by that great baseball player and philosopher, Yogi Berra, to lighten your day. "It was hard having a conversation with anyone, there were too many people talking?" This is what Yogi said about a White House dinner he was at.
 
My desire for you this week is that persevere and respect authority.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell.

Monday, June 8, 2015

Greetings on this June 8, Monday morning.
                                                                

PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who assisted in preparation for the Sunday worship service. Thank you Choir for the special number...great message in song!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
 
LEADERSHIP APOLOGETICS: Click this LINKfor our 18th apologetics short video. I believe there is much to learn for these nationally recognized Christian teachers and philosophers. Today's lesson is "Oprah's Spirituality".
                       
 
TRAINING THE TEACHER: My intent here is to provide long-term biblical training for those who are in church work but may not feel adequately trained in the Bible and Christianity teaching in general. I want all of you to take this training (whether you teach or not) because it will better equip you to teach or live as a disciple of Christ. All of the material for this training is  coming to you by Biblical Training.org. I am linking you to their site for each of the lessons. You will be exposed to some of the finest Bible teachers in the country. You will receive Bible Institute level training. This session is one of 10 lessons (one each week). It is Lesson 1, Describing the "Elephant". from the module: Bible Survey with Dr. Bert Downs as teacher. Click this LINK for the video lesson. Visit their website and see that there are different levels for your involvement. By registering with them (free), you can have access to outlines, transcripts, etc. If you choose to do more than one lesson each week...go for it! Study at your pace!                                            
                           
HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Top Ten Risks for Teen Drivers.
                                                                         
 
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK  for the article, An Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew...Lesson 28...Wealth amd the Kingdom of Heaven. This series will last for a number of weeks. The host for this series is Dr. Allen Ross.
                                                                           
 
HERE'S MY QUESTION: Has America lost her sense of evil...? Click on this LINK .
                                                                     
GRADUATE STUDIES: Trinitarianism..."Incommunicable Attributes of God, pt. 1 of 2". This is Lesson 4 of 10. Click on this LINK . These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). At the end of Dec. 2014, we started the Graduate Program over from the beginning. If you missed any lessons previously, get them this time around.
                                                               
 
COUNSELING HELP: The category is Counseling. Click this LINK for the article, Christian Counseling: What is it?.
                                                           
 
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "Winners never quit and quitters never win." Vince Lombardi. Here is a humorous bonus by that great baseball player and philosopher, Yogi Berra, to lighten your day. After a tough game and some tough reporter questions, Yogi said: "If you ask me a question I don't know, I'm not going to answer."
 
My desire for you in this week of ministry is that you don't quit.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell.

Monday, June 1, 2015

Greetings on this June Monday morning. Can you believe it's June already?
                                                              
 
PERSONAL NOTE: I want to thank everyone who assisted in preparation for the Sunday worship service. Thank you Linda Hittle for the special number...I liked that song!  Are you getting ready for V.B.S.? I hope so.
 
LEADERSHIP APOLOGETICS: Click this LINKfor our 17th apologetics short video. I believe there is much to learn for these nationally recognized Christian teachers and philosophers. Today's lesson is "Intolerance".
                     
 
TRAINING THE TEACHER: My intent here is to provide long-term biblical training for those who are in church work but may not feel adequately trained in the Bible and Christianity teaching in general. I want all of you to take this training (whether you teach or not) because it will better equip you to teach or live as a disciple of Christ. All of the material for this training is  coming to you by Biblical Training.org. I am linking you to their site for each of the lessons. You will be exposed to some of the finest Bible teachers in the country. You will receive Bible Institute level training. Our ninth session is one of 12 lessons (one each week). It is Lesson 12, "Inviting others to join." from the module: Life is a Journey with Dr. Bill Mounce as teacher. Click this LINK for the video lesson. Visit their website and see that there are different levels for your involvement. By registering with them (free), you can have access to outlines, transcripts, etc. If you choose to do more than one lesson each week...go for it! Study at your pace!                                            
                           
 HOPE FOR PARENTS: Click this LINK for the article, Go for it.
                                                                       
 
ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP: Click this LINK  for the article, An Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew...Lesson 27...Questions about marriage and divorce. This series will last for a number of weeks. The host for this series is Dr. Allen Ross.
                                                                         
 
HERE'S MY QUESTION: What OT  and NT passages deal with homosexuality? Click on this LINK .
                                                                     

 GRADUATE STUDIES: Trinitarianism..."The Existence of God". This is Lesson 3 of 10. Click on this LINK . These are video lessons (they also have an audio version available on the same page). At the end of Dec. 2014, we started the Graduate Program over from the beginning. If you missed any lessons previously, get them this time around.
                                                             
 
COUNSELING HELP: The category is Conflict Management. Click this LINK for the article, How to Handle Manipulative People.
                                                         
 
LEADERSHIP QUOTE: "The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary." Vince Lombardi. Here is a humorous bonus by that great baseball player and philosopher, Yogi Berra, to lighten your day. "If people don't want to come to the ballpark, how are you going to stop them?" Think about it.
 
My desire for you this week is that you do what needs to be done.
In His Majesty's service, Pastor Darrell.