Monthly Archives: January 2025

Kids’ News

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This week’s Bible story picks up just after the Israelites leave captivity in Egypt. These people had endured difficult times as slaves, but now they were on a journey toward freedom. Although God didn’t lead them on the most direct path, it was a path of protection, showing His continued care for His people.

Do you remember how God guided them? By day, He used a cloud, and by night, lightning lit their way. The Israelites traveled together, seeking safety and a new land, with God by their side every step of the way.

Here’s a fun fact: Did you know that Joseph asked Moses to carry his bones out of Egypt? He wanted to rest in the Promised Land! There’s so much more to learn about this incredible journey. Don’t miss out—see you Sunday for our next lesson!

On a joyful note, Noah made a card for Keith, and we delivered it on Sunday afternoon. Although Keith is very weak, the card brought a big smile to his face.

Blessings!

Friday’s Word – It’s a New Year

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Only 69% of Americans say they are Christian. Five percent are agnostic, 4% atheist, and 17% “nothing in particular.”

When belief was common, there was a lot of pressure to believe. Now, the pressure is off.

Truth is, many people simply don’t know what they believe and don’t trust the church to help them decide.

Have you decided what you believe?

Have you?

In the first articles of the new year, I will be pushing you to decide—beginning with a story I have told many times.

(Stick with me here.)

When I was 14, God spoke to me. (Do you believe that’s possible?)

I went to bed depressed and, it seems, a bit surly.

I prayed as I did every night, but then mumbled to myself, “Nobody heard me”—my first expression of doubt ever.

But my statement of doubt was followed by a response.

Immediately, a voice replied, “I heard you.”

The voice sounded in my head, but I looked around the room for the source.

Nobody there but me.

The voice was clear. I had no question about it. It shook me up at first. But then I felt the wonder of it.

I prayed. God answered.

In first person singular: “I heard you.”

But now, I want to know what you think. There are only three options. E-mail me with your choice.

You would say to me:

  1. You are lying.
  2. You are mistaken.
  3. I believe you.

Be honest. Respond right now. I will give the results next week.

Please know, if you choose number 3, the implications are huge.

Max’s Corner

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Prayers for Our People

KEITH BUTTERFIELD, about to turn 98, is not doing as well as we would hope. He is in Parkwood Healthcare, close to HEB hospital. Several in the church have visited him. He can talk—and smile—but has trouble completing a sentence. He is quite weak.

“Living This Truth”

That’s my sermon Sunday. How do we live the truth we know? I am going to talk about some very important scripture this week, some words from Paul—and we will explore the three responses to it I mention in my Friday’s Word article. We will read Paul’s account and consider the only three possible responses:

  1. Paul is lying.
  2. Paul is mistaken.
  3. I believe Paul.

If we DO believe Paul—it should change the way we live.

“Discovering God” Classes

They will resume on Sunday, Jan. 26—last Sunday of the month—at 9:45 every Sunday. Later in February, we will begin a Thursday evening class called Basic Christianity at 6:30 every Thursday.

Breakfast This Sunday

This time together is important. This is a “We-bring” Sunday. I will bring the pigs-in-blankets. You bring something, too.

Thursday Luncheon Postponed

NOTE NEW DATE – Jan. 16 – For everyone this time, not just the women—a special program on Alzheimer’s disease. Potluck lunch will be in the fellowship hall, followed by the program.

Church Leaders’ Meeting

The Administrative Board will meet after church this Sunday to see where we stand as we begin a new year and to approve the budget for 2025.

God Bless,
MB

NOTE: It will be clear, sunny, and 35 degrees as we meet for worship this Sunday. Bundle up and come on. The heat is on and the fellowship is warm.

See you Sunday.