Thursday, November 6, 2008
Sermon Recap
The last two Sundays we have heard messages on God's Truth For Difficult Times. Truths to hold on to were shared and here is a reminder on some of the truths that were shared:
The Lord - He is God. He is:
Alive
In Charge
Omnipotent
Filled with splendor
Revered
Holy
Glorious
The Bible is God's Word and reveals Him to us. In Psalms 19:7-11 we heard how powerful God's Word is and some things the Word does in our lives.
Psalms 19:7-11 "The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure,making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the judgements of the Lord are true and righteous all together. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them Your servant is warned and in keeping them there is great reward."
God's Word is called
The Law - it teaches and gives instructions. It converts our soul when we follow God's Word.
It's Statutes - These are commands or orders. These flow to us through reading God's Word. These cheer our hearts and encourage us. They give confidence by taking away uncertainty because God's Word is truth.
The Fear of the Lord: reflects an awe for God. God's Word convicts of sin, cleanses us, teaches us how to rightly respond to God.
This series will be continued. You won't want to miss these truths to stand on during difficult times.
God's Word is called
The Law - it teaches and gives instructions. It converts our soul when we follow God's Word.
It's Statutes - These are commands or orders. These flow to us through reading God's Word. These cheer our hearts and encourage us. They give confidence by taking away uncertainty because God's Word is truth.
The Fear of the Lord: reflects an awe for God. God's Word convicts of sin, cleanses us, teaches us how to rightly respond to God.
This series will be continued. You won't want to miss these truths to stand on during difficult times.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Fall Festival
Last Friday Antioch hosted a Fall Festival. What a wonderful time was had by all who attended. There was a great turn out of people - over 200, great food, lots of games, prizes and FUN! There are more pictures to share later, but a highlight for the children was a pinata. Here are some scenes of the children trying to get it open!
There's a rip...
It's getting bigger:
Batman to the rescue! He did it: YEAH Batman...
There's a rip...
It's getting bigger:
Batman to the rescue! He did it: YEAH Batman...
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Activities For This Week
Reminder for today: Hopefully you have or are getting ready to VOTE today! You are also encouraged to be in prayer throughout the day and night for our elections and our country.
The Family Meal and Prayer will be Wednesday night beginning at 6:00. Everyone is encouraged to bring a covered food dish to share and gather up the family for a great mid-week service. We will enjoy a meal together and following that there will be ministries for the entire family.
The youth will meet for Bible Study at 6:30
M&Ms will meet at 7:00
Adults will meet in the sanctuary for prayer meeting.
Also a reminder for Sunday: The M&Ms will be staying from after morning service, through the afternoon until after the evening service. They will be working on Christmas music, doing mission activities and will enjoy some play time also. There will be two meals (lunch and dinner) provided for them. Parents are asked to provide snacks and drinks for the day for the children.
Thank you to Kathy and Lisa for your willingness to minister into the lives of our children. We appreciate all that you do as leaders and we also appreciate each one who has a part in this "booming" M&M ministry. There have been many who stepped up to work with the children each Sunday and Wednesday night and all that you do is deeply appreciated!
Hope to see you there!
The Family Meal and Prayer will be Wednesday night beginning at 6:00. Everyone is encouraged to bring a covered food dish to share and gather up the family for a great mid-week service. We will enjoy a meal together and following that there will be ministries for the entire family.
The youth will meet for Bible Study at 6:30
M&Ms will meet at 7:00
Adults will meet in the sanctuary for prayer meeting.
Also a reminder for Sunday: The M&Ms will be staying from after morning service, through the afternoon until after the evening service. They will be working on Christmas music, doing mission activities and will enjoy some play time also. There will be two meals (lunch and dinner) provided for them. Parents are asked to provide snacks and drinks for the day for the children.
Thank you to Kathy and Lisa for your willingness to minister into the lives of our children. We appreciate all that you do as leaders and we also appreciate each one who has a part in this "booming" M&M ministry. There have been many who stepped up to work with the children each Sunday and Wednesday night and all that you do is deeply appreciated!
Hope to see you there!
Monday, November 3, 2008
Do You See What I See?
If you have been to services at Antioch lately, you have noticed a few things going on. Let's ponder a moment on the goodness of God and be thankful to Him for His blessings.
Did you see:
The crowd of over 200 at the Fall Festival Friday night?
The number for Sunday School Sunday? 132!!!
The nursery filled with 14 children?
The choir that was overflowing?
The baptism services two weeks in a row?
The M&Ms - 2 rooms full of children singing and learning.
The Youth - full of teenagers who did an outstanding job helping with the fall festival, conducted themselves beautifully on recent outings and are filling up the church services?
Look closer:
Growth in numbers is great, but it is the spiritual growth that is lasting.
Have you noticed the Lord working in families to bring everyone to Sunday School?
The increase of families attending each service together - getting rooted and grounded as a family in the things of the Lord?
Those rising to the challenge of ministry to lead and to help. Without leaders and helpers, many ministries could not be done.
The Lord putting a song into the hearts of many that comes out together as a joyful praise in the choir?
New faces and those not seen in a while being drawn to the church?
How thankful we are to the Lord for His blessings and for the things He is doing at Antioch. We welcome His continued blessings and His work in the lives of all that we may be drawn nearer to Him and to each other. May we seek His direction to minister to our community and to the lost, leading them to Jesus.
Did you see:
The crowd of over 200 at the Fall Festival Friday night?
The number for Sunday School Sunday? 132!!!
The nursery filled with 14 children?
The choir that was overflowing?
The baptism services two weeks in a row?
The M&Ms - 2 rooms full of children singing and learning.
The Youth - full of teenagers who did an outstanding job helping with the fall festival, conducted themselves beautifully on recent outings and are filling up the church services?
Look closer:
Growth in numbers is great, but it is the spiritual growth that is lasting.
Have you noticed the Lord working in families to bring everyone to Sunday School?
The increase of families attending each service together - getting rooted and grounded as a family in the things of the Lord?
Those rising to the challenge of ministry to lead and to help. Without leaders and helpers, many ministries could not be done.
The Lord putting a song into the hearts of many that comes out together as a joyful praise in the choir?
New faces and those not seen in a while being drawn to the church?
How thankful we are to the Lord for His blessings and for the things He is doing at Antioch. We welcome His continued blessings and His work in the lives of all that we may be drawn nearer to Him and to each other. May we seek His direction to minister to our community and to the lost, leading them to Jesus.
"Many, O Lord my God, are Your wonderful works which You have done; and Your thoughts toward us..." Psalms 40:5
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Homecoming Parade
Our town recently had a school homecoming parade. Our youth joined together to watch it, return to the church for pizza and fun and then attended the football game that evening. Here are a few scenes from the parade:
She had something important to say, but no time - talking on the run!
Bulldog Spirit
One of our cheerleaders
One of our football players
Like my teeth???
Sounds of Suwannee Marching Band
Spectators!
Campaigning!
ROTC
Don't you just love a parade??
David marched with the Boy Scouts
She had something important to say, but no time - talking on the run!
Bulldog Spirit
One of our cheerleaders
One of our football players
Like my teeth???
Sounds of Suwannee Marching Band
Spectators!
Campaigning!
ROTC
Don't you just love a parade??Sunday - Youth Activity
Sunday after the morning service, the youth (grades 6 and up) are invited to stay for an afternoon of fun. There will be a meal and some fun activities to fill the afternoon.
Come out and enjoy a great Sunday afternoon!
Come out and enjoy a great Sunday afternoon!
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