Beth Moore Sumulcast

**Today** August 31 is the last day to get tickets!  They are available at the First Baptist Church office.  Don't forget to pick one up TODAY!

  September18, 2010   @  First Baptist Church,  Live Oak

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  Doors open at 9:30 AM
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  Conference begins at 10:30 AM
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  Lunch is provided
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  Conclusion at 5:00 PM

Tickets are $20.00 which includes lunch and listening guide.  *Caroline will be going this week to purchase tickets if you are unable to make it to First Baptist.*  They are also available at the First Baptist Church office August 2-31. There will  be a sign up sheet on the bulletin board.  Ladies, this is a perfect opportunity to "Get Away, Get Renewed and Get a Fresh Word from God".  Please make plans to come!

Funeral Arrangements

The arrangements have been set for Joan S.'s husband who passed away Sunday.  The viewing will be at 10:00 AM Wednesday followed by the funeral service at 11:00 AM, both will be held at Antioch.  Following the funeral, a lunch will be served.

Ladies, you are encouraged to bring a food dish Wednesday morning for the lunch and if you are able to help serve, your assistance is needed.  This is a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing and offer practical help in time of need.  Thank you for the abundance of love you always show to the family with this ministry.

Brotherhood Meeting Tonight

Men, you are encouraged to join other men as they enjoy some great fellowship and godly encouragement in the quest to be a man of God.  Brotherhood will meet at the home of Joey and Tammy W. at 7:00 PM.  You are also welcome to ride in the church van which will leave the church at 6:45 PM.  Come on out enjoy a great time of food, fellowship and hearing a word from the Lord, just for men!

Prayer Request

Last week we experienced the joy in our church family with the birth of two little baby boys!  Troy and Crystal F. were blessed with a baby boy and they are all doing well.  Tamos and Rebecca S. were blessed with a baby boy and much of last week we anxiously prayed and lifted this family up in prayer as the baby has many health issues to overcome.  The good news is that little Larson is improving, but stilll needs our prayers and support.

This week begins with sad news.  Joan S. (who is the daughter of the late Margaret B. and sister to Gene B.) lost her husband last night.  He died suddenly at their home.  Please keep Joan and the family in your thoughts and prayers.  Details will be shared as they become available.

God's Word encourages us in Romans 12 to:  "Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another."  This week may we follow and obey God's Word and bless, love and support one another.

It's A Boy!!

Ragen Leon

Born August 28 ~ 12:27 PM

7 lbs. 6 oz.  21 inches long



Congratulations to Crystal and Troy F. on a beautiful gift from God.  Mom and baby are doing great.  We rejoice with the family over God's blessings and answered prayers.

Making A Difference In Life

"Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving;"  Colossians 4:2

As we examine the blessings of spiritual disciplines, one of the most challenging is the discipline of prayer.    A quote by F.B. Meyer reminds us "It is not unanswered prayer but unoffered prayer that is the greatest tragedy."

Are We Praying?  As a church, family and individual.

Here are some things we are called to in prayer.

We are called to Pray Persistently.  We are to be dedicated to prayer, make time for and plan for it.

We are to Pray Passionately:  Passionate prayer opens the heavens and shines God's light upon our path.

Prayer from the heart is passionate prayer.

Pray Gratefully:  Pray with a thankful heart.  Gratitude should  be a natural part of our prayers.

Pray Selflessly:  Practice praying for others.  Intercessory prayer is praying on behalf and for the needs of others.

Prayer Request

You are encouraged to be in prayer for Alvin F. (Wesley F's brother and Tammy C's father) who was diagnosed with acute appendicitis.  He will undergo surgery first thing in the morning.  Please keep him and the family in your prayers.