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February Women's Activity

2012-02-06T16:44:00.002-06:00

Ladies, make plans to take a road trip!

Pastor Liz Knowles will be ministering Thursday and Friday, February 23-24 in Speake, Alabama at Speake Community Church. On Friday, February 23rd our church worship team will minister also. Admission is just $5 per person. Let's take as many ladies as possible to support Pastor Liz and the worship team as well as fellowship with each other and with other believers. Please be praying for Pastor Liz and Cynthia as they prepare to minister.

WRANGLER WILL REBUILD IN HACKLEBURG!

2011-08-02T11:58:00.000-05:00

PRAISE GOD!

VF CORPORATION ANNOUNCED LAST NIGHT THAT THEY WILL REBUILD THE WRANGLER DISTRIBUTION PLANT IN HACKLEBURG AND IT WILL BE BIGGER AND BETTER.

FOR COMPLETE INFO, GO TO:

http://www.aplacefornewbeginnings.blogspot.com/

Alabama Church of God of Prophecy State Convention

2011-06-30T09:24:00.001-05:00

Are you hungry for God ?

Attend State Convention. You will join with hundreds of others just as yourself - young and old alike - pursuing God's faithfulness to His Word just as Abram did.

The 2011 Alabama State Covention is held to:

* Encourge believers to find greater connectivity to the Holy Spirit.

* Pursue a fresh revelation of Christ's authority.

* Allow the Holy Spirit to impregnate us with the seed of Divine Faith that produces complete obedience to God's promises and destination for His People.

See you in a few days !

Bishop L. V. Jones

For More Convention info: http://www.alabamastateconvention.com/

HACKLEBURG HELPING HANDS CHARITY ACCOUNT

2011-06-15T21:41:00.000-05:00

Please continue to spread the word about the HACKLEBURG HELPING HANDS CHARITY ACCOUNT to aid the citizens of Hackleburg, Alabama in recovering and rebuilding from the devastation caused by the EF-5 tornado that almost destroyed the whole town on the afternoon of April 27, 2011.

http://www.hackleburghelpinghands.com/

UPDATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

2011-05-21T12:29:00.001-05:00

PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO GET RECENT UPDATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:

http://www.aplacefornewbeginnings.blogspot.com/

Schedule of Services at the Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy

2011-05-16T12:21:00.001-05:00

Sunday Morning Worship under the tents                   10:00 am
Sunday Morning Children's Church under their tent     10:00 am
Tuesday Night Intercessory Paryer under the tent         6:00 pm
Wednesday Night Youth Service under the tent            6:00 pm

Sunday School & Sunday Night Services are Postponed Until Further Notice

CMT's Top 20 Countdown

2011-05-16T11:51:00.000-05:00

Hackleburg was once again on CMT's Top 20 Countdown this past weekend. This time it wasn't because a video won our town fame as "The Best Small Town in America". This time is was to help us spread the word that even though an F-5 tornado that ripped throug our town on April 27, destroying everything, WE WILL REBUILD. And, more importantly to inform viewers about how they can help the people of our town. Thank you CMT.

To find out how you can help visit: www.hackleburghelpinghands.com

"By the People, For the People" - Disaster Relief Donations

2011-05-07T00:45:00.001-05:00

The Hackleburg Community Church (Church of God of Prophecy) has set up a charity account to receive donations that will be used strictly to aid the citizens of Hackleburg who are in need because of the devastation caused by the tornado that destroyed our town on April 27, 2011.

For complete information about this charity and how you can donate, please visit the following website:

www.hackleburghelpinghands.com

If you are financially unable to donate to this cause, please keep the people of Hackleburg in your prayers.

Thank you.

Services at the Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy

2011-05-06T00:40:00.000-05:00

Announcements will be made each week with information about services for that week.

At 10:00 am, Sunday, May 8th, Service will be on the front lawn of our church under tents.

The wonderful folks at the RAMP in Hamilton have invited us to join them for services on Sunday evenings until we are able to resume our Sunday night services.

Pastor Clint and Pastor Dustin are trying to find a way to have youth services on Wednesday nights. More details will come later.

2011-05-06T00:38:00.001-05:00

Pastor Clint, Pastor Liz, Pastor Dustin, and all of our congregation want to say a special "THANK YOU TO EVERYONE" for volunteering to help this town in so many ways; for all of the many donations from money to clothing, to food, to diapers, to water, and the list goes on; and for your concern and your prayers.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011 - An EF-5 tornado destroyed our town. Far too many of residents of this small town lost everything they owned. Others were able to salvage some of their belongings. And others made it through with little to no damage. This town lost it's elementary & high school, our only grocery store, pharmacy, physician's office, & dollar store. Our town also lost many of the public housing apartments, our largest employer, gas stations, restaurants, church buildings and I could go on and on. We, the Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy, suffered the loss of our new church facility, our youth church facility, and our Pastor's Family's home.

As devastating as these losses are, we suffered even greater losses. We mourn for each friend, family member and loved-one who did not survive. However, we can find comfort. Through all of this devastation it might be difficult to see right now, but there is HOPE. God is our hope. God did not thrust these horrible storms upon us. He is not punishing us. God is Love. God loves each and every one of us. God is merciful. GOD IS FAITHFUL!

To paraphrase what Pastor Clint said at our Sunday morning service under a tent, "Out of these ashes, will come something beautiful."
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If you would like to make donations to help rebuild our church, please make payment to HCOGOP and drop it in the offering bag at Sunday morning's serivce or mail it to:

Church of God of Prophecy
9731 State Hwy 172
Hackleburg, AL 35564

Moriah Crisis Counseling Classes

2011-04-13T12:53:00.000-05:00

This is the schedule for Moriah classes this week for registered students:

Thursday, April 14th - 6:00 pm
Friday, April 15th - 6:00 pm
Saturday, April 16th - 9:00 am

Be sure to bring your "Biblical Foundations of Christian Counseling" study guide and a pen.

RENEWED 2011 WOMEN'S CONFERENCE

2011-04-13T11:53:00.000-05:00

This year's women's conference was great! A lot of lives were changed. To see scenes from the conference click on this link:

http://aplacefornewbeginnings.blogspot.com/2011/04/scenes-from-renewal-2011.html

Women's Counseling Group Meetings - Suspended

2011-04-05T10:51:00.001-05:00

Our Christ-centered counseling ministry, called "27 Steps to Freedom, group meetings have been suspended for the present time. Announcements will be made when we resume these meetings.

However, we have a certified Crisis Counselor who is available 24/7. If you are in a crisis situation and are in need of counseling, please contact our church so that we can put you in touch with our Crisis Counselor. Our contact information:

Church of God of Prophecy

9731 Highway 172

Hackleburg, AL 35564

Phone: (205) 935-3549

E-mail: pcknowles@gmail.com - Pastor Clint

psalmist70@gmail.com - Pastor Liz

FREEDOM STEP MINISTRIES

2011-04-05T09:58:00.000-05:00

Freedom Step Ministries offers faith based, life giving resources through physical, emotional and spiritual education. We currently provide a 12 step program to promote drug and alcohol free living every Monday at 6 pm. We have one certified Crisis Counselor available 24/7. We are training more than 10 individuals in a Crisis Counseling Training program to partner for the needs of addiction recovery and abuse in our community. Our goal is to mentor and life coach those who are enrolled in our Addiction Recovery Program.

"Respect the Lord and refuse to do wrong, your body will be healthy, your bones will be strong."--Proverbs 3:7-8

Renewed 2011 Women's Conference Pre-registration

2011-03-29T19:17:00.000-05:00

Time for this Renewed 2011 Women's Conference is drawing near. We urge you to pre-register at your earliest convenience. Having an approximate number of attendees will help us in ordering food and in other preparations.

It's easy to pre-register:

Email your name, address, phone #, email address, & church/group (if any) you will be coming with to: tinastults@centurytel.net

Call the church office at (205) 935-3549, please leave a message if you get the machine and someone will return your call to obtain your information.

You will be able to pay your registration fee at the beginning of the conference.

We hope to hear from you soon.

Ladies Aerobics Classes

2011-03-22T10:48:00.002-05:00

Debbie Avery posted on Facebook that there will be no aerobics classes at the Hackleburg COGOP this week.

Renewed 2011 Women's Conference

2011-03-18T05:27:00.000-05:00

The Ladies Ministry of The Hackleburg Church of God Presents:

"Renewed 2011 Women's Conference"

April 8th & 9th, 2011

@Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy

Guest Speakers are Pastor Liz Knowles and

Ms. Shanna Thompson Meyers

April 8th: 5:30 - 6:30 pm - Registration Begins and Snack Time

6:30 - 7:00 pm - Meet, Greet, & Seat

7:00 pm - Service Begins

April 9th: 8:45 am - Registration and Talk And Pray (TAP) Group Assignment Begins

9:00 - 9:30 am - TAP Group Sessions

10:00 am - Service Begins

Immediately Following the Service: Lunch and Door Prize & Gifts Given Away

Registration Fee: $10.00

Free registration for every leader who registers 5 or more attendees.

Please call (205) 935-3549 or contact Tina Stults at tinastults@centurytel.net for more information and to pre-register.
You may also mail your registration form and check, made payable to Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP), to
9731 State Hwy 172, Hackleburg, AL 35564
Please complete the entire registration form and please print when doing so.

Hotel Accommodations:

Econolodge - 2031 Military Street, Hamilton, AL (205) 921-7831
Key West Inn - 224 River Rd Dr, Hamilton, AL (205) 921-3333
Days Inn - 849 Military Street, Hamilton, AL (205) 921-1790
Best Western - 13770 Hwy 43, Russellville, AL (256) 332-1002
Greenwoods Inn - 13600 US Hwy 43, Russellville, AL (256) 332-8920

Renewed 2011 Women's Conference

2011-03-14T12:57:00.000-05:00

We will be giving away door prizes at the end of the conference immediately following the luncheon. If you would like to donate an item for us to use as a door prize, please see our Women's Ministry Director, Janet Baker. The item doesn't have to be something expensive, just something new that a woman would like. We appreciate all donations. Thank you.

Renewed 2011 Women's Conference Brochures

2011-03-12T18:11:00.001-06:00

Brochures for this year's conference are now available at the Welcome Center of the church. There are also additional registration forms that have the main conference info printed on the back. If you have friends and relatives you would like to invite, please feel free to take as many of the additional registration forms as you need. We encourage you to pre-register as soon as you know you will be able to attend the conference. It will help us in planning the set-up and in ordering the food. Thank you. We hope to see you there.

Renewed 2011 Women's Conference Volunteers

2011-03-12T15:59:00.002-06:00

We need several women to assist with the planning and production of this year's women's conference. There are several areas in which help is need: Registration workers, Greeters, Ushers, TAP Leaders, Decorating Assistants, Clean-up workers.

If you would like to volunteer to help make this event great, please sign up as soon as possible. The sign-up sheet is in a binder at the welcome center. Your help is always greatly appreciated.

Hackleburg COGOP's First School of Ministry

2011-03-12T15:50:00.000-06:00

16 students gathered this weekend for the first class, 9 clock hours and tons of incredible Biblical knowledge on "The Heart God Desires". Among the students are 13 who have begun their training in Crisis Counseling, the beginning foundation of The Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy's emerging Addiction Recovery Rehab Program, 'Freedom Step'. More information will be available soon for the Summer/Fall program for interested Theology students. - Pastor Liz Knowles

Christian Crisis Counseling Training Classes

2011-03-09T16:17:00.001-06:00

For those of you who registered to take this class here is the schedule for the first class:

Thursday, March 10th - 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Friday, March 11th - 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Saturday, March 12th - 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

If you want to come a few minutes early Thursday night, Pastor Liz will be available at the church office at 6:15 pm.

Remember we pay for each class at the start of the class. Please make your checks payable to Church of God of Prophecy or COGOP and wirte Freedom Step on the memo line. Please fold your check or put your check or cash in an envelope with your name on it.

For the first class bring your own snacks/beverages, the items that were on the supply list in the packet you were given when you signed up, and your study guide printed from the Moriah website via your student portal. If you do not have your username and password or have forgotten it, contact Pastor Liz.

The text book, "The Pursuit of God" by AW Tozer, can be ordered from amazon.com for about $5.00. You can also print it from your student portal, but it is over 100 pages. You can also download it to your computer to read or print later.

If you have any questions, please text, call or email Pastor Liz

Note: This is a closed class and is not open to the public.

The Christian Woman Believes

2011-03-08T12:30:00.000-06:00

The Bible is the complete, infallible, written Word of God.

God is of one essence yet subsists in three persons - God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.

Jesus Christ was God in flesh, fully man and fully God. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit to a virgin. He was crucified and died for our sins.

Salvation is a gift from God, bought with the blood of Jesus.

There is no other way to heaven or to a right relationship with God other than through true repentance of sins and trust in Jesus Christ as your savior.

We are not saved of our own good works, it is the Gift of God accomplished by Jesus Christ on the cross and assured and secured by His Resurrection.

There is a present ministry of the Holy Spirit, who dwells in believers enabling them to live Godly lives.

There will be a Second Coming of Christ in power and glory.

Daily Devotions

2011-03-08T07:43:00.000-06:00

At the top of this page just below our blog title you will see a scripture. This will update automatically each day by biblegateway.com. I will no longer post scriptures daily as blog posts. This is great because a new scripture will always be posted whether I'm available or not. I hope you enjoy this daily word.

Ladies Aerobics Classes

2011-03-07T10:49:00.000-06:00

Classes are tenatively scheduled for every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Sister Cynthia Stidham posts a weekly schedule of events on the main church blog each Monday, including that week's schedule for the aerobics classes. You can reach this schedule from our website at http://www.hcogop.com/ and click on "blog" or you can go directly to the blog at http://www.aplacefornewbeginnings.blogspot.com/.

Devotion 03/07/2011

2011-03-07T07:19:00.002-06:00

“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” - Psalm 139:23-24 NIV

HEALING SERVICE TONIGHT

2011-03-05T14:49:00.001-06:00

If you or someone you know has any form of illness, please join us this evening (Saturday, March 5, 2011) at 5:00 pm at the Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy. God is a healing God. He still performs miracles everyday. Today my be your day.

Devotion 03/04/2011

2011-03-04T07:21:00.002-06:00

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”” - Joshua 1:9 NIV

Devotion 03/03/2011

2011-03-03T12:18:00.002-06:00

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the LORD. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” - Isaiah 55:8-9 NIV

Urgent Prayer Request

2011-03-02T09:57:00.000-06:00

Our hearts break for the Brandon McDuffa family. Brandon is a teacher and coach at Hackleburg High School. His wife passed away yesterday afternoon leaving behind two small children ages 3 years and 3 months. Please pray fervently for this family. This is such a tragedy and only God can comfort them.

Devotion 03/02/2011

2011-03-02T08:43:00.000-06:00

"But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold. My foot hath held his steps, his way have I kept, and not declined." Job 23:10-11 KJV

Devotion 03/01/2011

2011-03-01T07:29:00.000-06:00

“Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” - Psalm 73:25-26 NIV

Devotion 02/28/2011

2011-02-28T05:55:00.000-06:00

From Pastor Clint's sermon yesterday, Colossians 3 (Contemporary English Version):

You have been raised to life with Christ. Now set your heart on what is in heaven, where Christ rules at God's right side. Think about what is up there, not about what is here on earth. You died, which means that your life is hidden with Christ, who sits beside God. Christ gives meaning to your life, and when he appears, you will also appear with him in glory. Don't be controlled by your body. Kill every desire for the wrong kind of sex. Don't be immoral or indecent or have evil thoughts. Don't be greedy, which is the same as worshiping idols. God is angry with people who disobey him by doing these things. And that is exactly what you did, when you lived among people who behaved in this way. But now you must stop doing such things. You must quit being angry, hateful, and evil. You must no longer say insulting or cruel things about others. And stop lying to each other. You have given up your old way of life with its habits. Each of you is now a new person. You are becoming more and more like your Creator, and you will understand him better. It doesn't matter if you are a Greek or a Jew, or if you are circumcised or not. You may even be a barbarian or a Scythian, and you may be a slave or a free person. Yet Christ is all that matters, and he lives in all of us. God loves you and has chosen you as his own special people. So be gentle, kind, humble, meek, and patient. Put up with each other, and forgive anyone who does you wrong, just as Christ has forgiven you. Love is more important than anything else. It is what ties everything completely together. Each one of you is part of the body of Christ, and you were chosen to live together in peace. So let the peace that comes from Christ control your thoughts. And be grateful. Let the message about Christ completely fill your lives, while you use all your wisdom to teach and instruct each other. With thankful hearts, sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. Whatever you say or do should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, as you give thanks to God the Father because of him. A wife must put her husband first. This is her duty as a follower of the Lord. A husband must love his wife and not abuse her. Children must always obey their parents. This pleases the Lord. Parents, don't be hard on your children. If you are, they might give up. Slaves, you must always obey your earthly masters. Try to please them at all times, and not just when you think they are watching. Honor the Lord and serve your masters with your whole heart. Do your work willingly, as though you were serving the Lord himself, and not just your earthly master. In fact, the Lord Christ is the one you are really serving, and you know that he will reward you. But Christ has no favorites! He will punish evil people, just as they deserve.

Devotion 02/25/2011

2011-02-25T08:21:00.002-06:00

“Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” - Matthew 22:37-39 NIV

Women's Ministry Meeting - 02/24/2011

2011-02-24T08:47:00.000-06:00

Please join us in the fellowship hall of the church at 6:00 pm tonight for our monthly Women's Ministry Meeting. There will be light refreshments, devotion time, prayer time and Pastor Liz will be speaking to us.

Devotion 02/24/2011

2011-02-24T08:44:00.002-06:00

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” - Jeremiah 29:11-13 NIV

Prayer Requests and Praise Reports

2011-02-23T16:43:00.002-06:00

If you have prayer requests or praise reports you would like to have posted to this blog, please e-mail them to tinastults@centurytel.net.

Devotion 02/23/2011

2011-02-23T07:50:00.002-06:00

“Do not those who plot evil go astray? But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness.” - Proverbs 14:22 NIV

Devotion 02/22/2011

2011-02-22T05:53:00.002-06:00

"In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:6 NIV

Devotion 02/21/2011

2011-02-21T10:54:00.001-06:00

“The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.” - Romans 13:9-10 NIV

Devotion 02/18/2011

2011-02-18T10:02:00.001-06:00

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” - Romans 8:38-39 NIV

Ladies Meeting February 24th

2011-02-17T20:33:00.002-06:00

Join us Thursday, February 24th at 6 p.m. for our monthly Ladies Meeting in the church Fellowship Hall.

Ladies Aerobics Classes

2011-02-17T20:28:00.002-06:00

Ladies, join us for free Aerobics Classes each week.
Classes are tentatively scheduled next week as follows:
Monday (2/21) @ 6:30 pm
Wednesday (2/23) @ 6:00 pm
Thursday (2/24) @ 6:30 pm

Devotion 02/16/2011

2011-02-16T08:15:00.000-06:00

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV

Devotion 02/15/2011

2011-02-15T09:31:00.002-06:00

“This is love: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.” - 1 John 4:10 NIV

Devotion 02/14/2011

2011-02-14T07:59:00.003-06:00

““A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”” - John 13:34-35 NIV

Happy Valentine's Day!

Devotion 02/11/2011

2011-02-11T09:40:00.001-06:00

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” - 1 Corinthians 13:4-5 NIV

Devotion 02/10/2011

2011-02-10T08:58:00.000-06:00

If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn’t love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. ² If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God’s secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn’t love others, I would be nothing. ³ If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it;^[a] but if I didn’t love others, I would have gained nothing. 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 NLT

Devotion 02/09/2011

2011-02-09T08:01:00.001-06:00

“[Thanksgiving and Prayer] We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing.” - 2 Thessalonians 1:3 NIV

Devotion 02/08/2011

2011-02-08T05:13:00.002-06:00

“Let those who love the LORD hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.” - Psalm 97:10 NIV

Devotion 02/07/2011

2011-02-07T05:32:00.000-06:00

“Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.” - Proverbs 21:21 NIV

Super Bowl Party Tonight - February 6th, 2011

2011-02-06T13:35:00.000-06:00

Join us at 5:30 pm tonight for our Church Super Bowl Party at the Hackleburg Recreation Center. Bring your favorite snacks and drinks and join us for food, fun & fellowship

TONIGHT - February 5, 2011

2011-02-05T10:00:00.001-06:00

HEALING SERVICE tonight at 5:00 pm at the Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy.

Devotion 02/05/2011

2011-02-05T05:23:00.001-06:00

“[Psalm 18] For the director of music. Of David the servant of the LORD. He sang to the LORD the words of this song when the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. He said: I love you, LORD, my strength. The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” - Psalm 18:1-2 NIV

Devotion 02/04/2011

2011-02-04T05:42:00.000-06:00

“But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.” - Psalm 59:16 NIV

Upcoming Events

2011-02-03T11:25:00.001-06:00

For information on events at or sponsored by the Hackleburg Church of God of Prophecy, keep a check on our UPCOMING EVENTS section on the right hand side of this blog. Even more information is available at http://www.hcogop.com/ and follow the links to the Church's main blog or go directly there at http://www.aplacefornewbeginnings.blogspot.com/

Devotion 02/03/2011

2011-02-03T05:10:00.001-06:00

“However, as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived”— the things God has prepared for those who love him—” - 1 Corinthians 2:9 NIV

Devotion 02/02/2011

2011-02-02T05:25:00.001-06:00

“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.” - Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Devotion 02/01/2011

2011-02-01T05:49:00.002-06:00

“You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you.” - Psalm 86:5 NIV

Devotion 01/31/2011

2011-01-31T05:50:00.000-06:00

“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” - Ephesians 4:2 NIV

Devotion 01/28/2011

2011-01-28T12:53:00.002-06:00

“God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”” - John 4:24 NIV

Devotion 01/27/2011

2011-01-27T05:17:00.001-06:00

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” - James 4:10 NIV

Devotion 01/26/2011

2011-01-26T05:55:00.000-06:00

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” - Philippians 4:8 NIV

Devotion 01/21/2011

2011-01-21T10:10:00.003-06:00

“Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.” - Galatians 6:7-8 NIV

Devotion 01/20/2011

2011-01-20T10:12:00.000-06:00

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. - James 1:2-3 NIV

Devotion 01/19/2011

2011-01-19T06:00:00.001-06:00

“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” - 1 Corintians 10:13

Devotion 01/18/2011

2011-01-18T07:10:00.000-06:00

Do everything without grumbling or arguing. Then you will be the pure and innocent children of God. You live among people who are crooked and evil, but you must not do anything that they can say is wrong. Try to shine as lights among the people of this world, as you hold firmly to [a] the message that gives life. Then on the day when Christ returns, I can take pride in you. I can also know that my work and efforts were not useless. Philippians 2:14-16 CEV

Devotion 01/17/2011

2011-01-17T07:34:00.003-06:00

Blessed are those who are generous, because they feed the poor. Proverbs 22:9 NLT Giving to others, whether it's through prayer, financial assistance, or just fellowship can brighten YOUR day.

Devotion 01/15/2011

2011-01-15T09:27:00.001-06:00

“[Dispute Over Whose Children Jesus’ Opponents Are] To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”” - John 8:31-32 NIV

Devotion 01/14/2011

2011-01-14T10:44:00.000-06:00

“Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. And he has given us this command: Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister.” - 1 John 4:20-21 NIV

Word Devotion 01/13/2011

2011-01-13T10:38:00.000-06:00

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 NIV

Devotion 01/12/2011

2011-01-12T12:14:00.000-06:00

Kind words are like hone -- enjoyable and healthful. Proverbs 16:24 TLB Someone's kind words encourage us. Let's be careful to speak words of encouragement to others.

Devotion 01/11/2011

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To all perfection I see a limit; but your commands are boundless. Psalm 119:96 NIV In this life, we will never be perfect. Be we can find spiritual freedom and guidance in God's word.

Devotion 01/10/2011

2011-01-10T10:38:00.002-06:00

Oh, for the days when I was in my prime, when God's intimate friendship blessed my house. Job 29:4 NIV Some say when they became a Christian, life was full and exciting. Then, trial and testing changed those feelings. But God never leaves us. God's love for us never ceases or changes.

Devotion 01/07/2011

2011-01-07T11:27:00.000-06:00

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:1-2

Devotion 01/06/2011

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Because you are my help, I sing in the shadow of your wings. I stay close to you; your right hand upholds me. Psalm 63:7-8 NIV Even when it seems the Lord is absent, He is with us. He is with us at all times upholding and keeping and loving us.

Word Devotion 01/05/2011

2011-01-05T09:51:00.001-06:00

O Lord, you are my lamp. The Lord lights up my darkness. 2 Samuel 22:29 NIV Whatever you are facing today, remember...The Lord is our lamp and He will light the way and lead us out!

You are encouraged to read 2 Samuel Chapter 22 in it's entirety. David sang this song to the Lord on the day the Lord rescued him from all his enemies and from Saul. The is David's song of praise! Make it your song today!

Devotion 12/28/2010

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Let you eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly before you. Proverbs 4:25 NIV God wants us to draw closer to Him at all times and He will in His way and time meet our needs.

Word Devotion 12/27/2010

2010-12-27T07:33:00.000-06:00

¹¹ For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11 NLT

His Humble Birth

2010-12-24T08:31:00.000-06:00

Tenderly she held her Baby, and looked at Him with love.

Her heart was filled with wonderment,

about her Christ child from above.

This truly was the Son of God was what the Angel told..

Her tiny baby full of grace, such a wonder to behold.

She thought of what His life would bring, He was born to set us free.

But she only saw her infant Son, as a mother’s love would see.

The shepherds came, the wise men too, to praise His Holy name.

She sat in awe, and held her Child, while those to worship came.

She must have wondered why God's Son was born to her this day.

She wanted so much to be worthy, as she bowed her head to pray.

Mary wrapped her robe a little closer, around her new born Son.

The chill of this old stable, must not touch the chosen one.

It was a humble birth, but a King was born that day.

He came to pay the price for us, and wash our sins away.

Written by Verna Parks

May the love of Jesus fill your heart

May God bless you and keep you

May you prosper in the New Year

May you know that you are loved

M e r r y C h r i s t m a s !

Devotion 12/23/2010 Luke 2:1-14 KJV

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1And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. 2(And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. 4And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. 6And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 7And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

8And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. 12And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. 13And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

14Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

Devotion 12/22/2010

2010-12-22T09:36:00.000-06:00

Then the eyes of those who see will no longer be closed, and the ears of those who hear will listen. Isaiah 32:3 NIV Trusting in and listening to God brings peace and hope which help us to feel the love of our Lord.

Devotion 12/21/2010

2010-12-21T09:35:00.000-06:00

To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 1 Peter 2:21 NIV It isn't easy living a Christian lifestyle. The "world" at times looks like a fun and easy road. But "joy" is found only in Jesus, our ever-present friend and guide.

LADIES CHRISTMAS PARTY 12/16/2010

2010-12-20T13:17:00.000-06:00

Word Devotion 12/20/2010

2010-12-20T13:09:00.000-06:00

And therefore the Lord earnestly waits [expecting, looking, and longing] to be gracious to you; and therefore He lifts Himself up, that He may have mercy on you and show loving kindness to you. For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed [happy, fortunate, to be envied] are all those who earnestly wait for Him [ for His victory, His favor, His love, His peace, His joy, and His matchless, unbroken companionship]! Isaiah 30:18 KJV

Too Busy For A Friend?

2010-12-15T08:25:00.000-06:00

One day a teacher asked her students to list the names of the other students in the room on two sheets of paper, leaving a space between each name. Then she told them to think of the nicest thing they could say about each of their classmates and write it down. It took the remainder of the class period to finish their assignment, and as the students left the room, each one handed in the papers.

That Saturday, the teacher wrote down the name of each student on a separate sheet of paper, and listed what everyone else had said about that individual. On Monday, she gave each student his or her list. Before long, the entire class was smiling. 'Really?' she heard whispered. 'I never knew that I meant anything to anyone!' and, 'I didn't know others liked me so much,' were most of the comments.

No one ever mentioned those papers in class again. She never knew if they discussed them after class or with their parents, but it didn't matter. The exercise had accomplished its purpose. The students were happy with themselves and one another. That group of students moved on.

Several years later, one of the students was killed in Viet Nam and his teacher attended the funeral of that special student. She had never seen a serviceman in a military coffin before. He looked so handsome, so mature… The church was packed with his friends. One by one those who loved him took a last walk by the coffin. The teacher was the last one to bless the coffin. As she stood there, one of the soldiers who acted as pallbearer came up to her. 'Were you Mark's math teacher?' he asked. She nodded: 'yes.' Then he said: 'Mark talked about you a lot.'

After the funeral, most of Mark's former classmates went together to a luncheon. Mark's mother and father were there, obviously waiting to speak with his teacher. 'We want to show you something,' his father said, taking a wallet out of his pocket 'They found this on Mark when he was killed. We thought you might recognize it.' Opening the billfold, he carefully removed two worn pieces of notebook paper that had obviously been taped, folded and refolded many times. The teacher knew without looking that the papers were the ones on which she had listed all the good things each of Mark's classmates had said about him. 'Thank you so much for doing that,' Mark's mother said. 'As you can see, Mark treasured it.'

All of Mark's former classmates started to gather around. Charlie smiled rather sheepishly and said, 'I still have my list. It's in the top drawer of my desk at home.' Chuck's wife said, 'Chuck asked me to put his in our wedding album.' 'I have mine too,' Marilyn said. 'It's in my diary.' Then, Vicki, another classmate, reached into her pocketbook, took out her wallet and showed her worn and frazzled list to the group. 'I carry this with me at all times,' Vicki said and without batting an eyelash, she continued: 'I think we all saved our lists'

That's when the teacher finally sat down and cried. She cried for Mark and for all his friends who would never see him again. The density of people in society is so thick that we forget that life will end one day. And we don't know when that one day will be. So please, tell the people you love and care for, that they are special and important. Tell them, before it is too late. And One Way To Accomplish This Is: Forward this message on. If you do not send it, you will have, once again passed up the wonderful opportunity to do something nice and beautiful.

Merry Christmas!

Word Devotion 12/15/2010

2010-12-14T19:18:00.000-06:00

The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride. Ecclesiastes 7:8 NIV Trials can be difficult to work through; but, it is better to be patient and glad than proud and hasty.

Devotion 12/14/2010

2010-12-14T11:01:00.000-06:00

God will give each according to what he has done. Romans 2:6 Daily we have opportunities to plant spiritual seeds. Are you looking for ways to sow good seeds?

Devotion 12/10/2010

2010-12-10T10:13:00.000-06:00

Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray. Psalm 5:2 NIV Often we feel anxious. Yet, God gives comfort as we live with an attitude of praying without ceasing.

Word Devotion 12/09/2010

2010-12-09T08:34:00.002-06:00

Choose you tthis day whom ye will serve;...But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15 KJV

Christmas Banquet

2010-12-08T10:37:00.003-06:00

Tonight is our annual Christmas Banquet. If you purchased a ticket, please remember to join us tonight at 6:00 pm for food, fellowship and laughter.

Devotion 12/08/2010

2010-12-08T10:36:00.000-06:00

My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to you -- I, whom you have redeemed. Psalm 71:23 Being redeemed from the enemy, we can make a joyful noise to the Lord by singing His praises.

Devotion 12/01/2010

2010-12-01T13:19:00.002-06:00

My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to you -- I, whom you have redeemed. Psalms 71:23 NIV
Being redeemed from the enemy, we can make a joyful noise to the Lord by singing His praises.

Devotion 11/29/2010

2010-11-29T09:28:00.000-06:00

One thing I ask from the LORD, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple. Psalm 27:4 NIV

Word Devotion 11/26/2010

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Let your face shine on your servant; Save me in your unfailing love. Psalms 31:16 NLT

Word Devotion 11/25/2010 from Janet Baker

2010-11-25T11:32:00.000-06:00

Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done. Psalms 105:1 NLT

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Devotion 11/25/2010

2010-11-25T10:03:00.000-06:00

Offer unto God thanksgiving; and pay thy vows unto the most High:...Psalms 50:14 KJV

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

Word Devotion 11/24/2010

2010-11-24T16:07:00.000-06:00

Be earnest and unwearied and stedfast in your prayer life, being both alert and intent in your praying with THANKSGIVING. Colossians 4:2 AMP

Word Devotion 11/23/2010

2010-11-23T12:54:00.000-06:00

Enter into His gates with THANKSGIVING, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him and bless His name. Psalms 100:4 KJV

CHRISTMAS CHOIR 2010

2010-11-22T11:05:00.000-06:00

If you would like to sing with the Christmas Choir, we will be ministering in a Trilogy Medley on December 19th in our Sunday morning service and during the the Community Christmas service. Practice CDs are available now. See Pastor Liz to sign-up!