Posts from March 2013

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HE LIVES!!!

by Brad
Brad Patterson

Mr. Jones took out a life insurance policy on himself for $1 million and named his wife as the beneficiary. Two years later, Mr. Jones reportedly was killed when his small plane crashed in the ocean. Although the wreckage of the plane was recovered, Mr. Jones’s body was not. Eventually, Mrs. Jones collected the $1 […]

Youth News

by Brad M

Youth News: Bible Study 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 5:45 pm March 27th: MAD ministry 6:30pm April 7th: fellowship meal after worship (Youth camp fundraiser) April 10th: youth service with Faith Baptist (will be here at FBC 6:45) April 17th: MAD ministry 6:30 April 21st: Youth @ Chickasaw State Park (time tbd) […]

Centri-Kid Fundraising Lunch THIS SUNDAY!

by Molly S

We need help with our fundraising lunch this Sunday, March 24th! If you would be willing to bring something, please let me know. Our Needs:  Croc Pots of bakes beans Bags of chips Any other side item Desserts All of the profits will go to help send our kids to Centri-Kid this summer. We have approximately 30 […]

DEATH’S VICTORY

by Brad
Brad Patterson

Love has never been more evident than how it was portrayed on an old rugged cross, when, for Jesus was His darkest hour! Jesus didn’t have to make up for any wrong He had done, however, His death provided exoneration for all who believe in Him.  We are accustomed to viewing Christ’s death through the eyes of […]

“Love” More Than Just a Word

by Brad
Brad Patterson

While there are some beautiful exceptions, much of the so-called love depicted in the media today is really just unsuppressed lust. In contrast, the Bible sets forth love as a divine perfection, exemplifying it in the declaration that “God is love” (1 John 4:8). This statement in 1 John implies that love is the very […]

Centri-Kid Fundraising Dates

by Molly S

Mark your calendars, parents! Here are some important Centri-Kid fundraising dates: March 24th: Lunch After Church  Lunch will include hamburgers, side, drink, and dessert. Donations will be taken at the door. Parent Volunteers Needed : grilling hamburgers, setting up lunch buffet, making/bringing sides and desserts, and running the donation table April 13th: Church-wide Yard Sale […]

VBS Training Opportunity

by Molly S

There will be a fantastic training clinic for all Vacation Bible School volunteers. It will be held on April 8 at West Jackson Baptist Church. There will be two opportunities for you to attend. One clinic will be held from 9AM-11AM, and the second clinic will be held from 7PM-9PM. At this clinic, you will […]

Youth News

by Brad M

Youth News: The Youth Evangelism Conference was a blast! 39 students and 11 adults made the trip this year and we want to thank each of you for your prayers and support to our youth ministry. Needless to say sleep was at a minimal but it was all worth it. On Friday night as David […]

Rules of Faith

by Brad
Brad Patterson

The gospel has certain demands. It is not an easy step for someone who has lived their whole life doing things their own way to stop and go a different direction. A casual moment of conversation among two choir members exposed the thinking that lies deep within the hearts of many Christians. A mother was […]