Message from John

“Do everything without complaining or arguing,…”  Philippians 2:14

Not doubt you have heard our little ones recite this month’s congregational memory verse.  Fairly short and easy to remember.  But what a challenge to practice.  It is easy to complain, easy to argue.  Maybe a brief look at the scriptures surrounding this verse can help us practice what this verse commands.

Earlier in this chapter Paul challenges people to share what they have received.

“If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete in being like minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose”  (Philippians 2:1,2).   One key to not complaining or arguing is realizing how blessed we are.  Share these good things with others.  If you are happy with what you have and how much God has blessed you, you will want to share this with others and not all the negative things going on in your life.

Later in this chapter Paul shares a result of not complaining or arguing.

“… So that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe…”  (Philippians 2:15).  Not complaining and arguing is a different way of living.  It is a way of savoring God’s goodness  and standing out from those around us who always seem to have something negative to say.   Let us try and overcome complaining and arguing so that others may know that God lives in us.

                                                                              Thank God for His protection and His provisions,

                                                                               John Cooper

Memory Verse

Memory Verse February— 1 Peter 3:15
Always be prepared to give an answer for your hope.
 

Order of Worship

Call To Worship

 Children's Memory Verse—John Cooper

Announcements :  Karl Antwine

Shepherd’s Moment/Prayer—Sandy Harris

Song Leader—  ? 

Songs & Scripture To Be Announced

Communion 

Sermon—”Praying Like Jesus” - Doug Clayton 

Invitation 

Closing

Honored to Serve

Craig Sporing
Bill Tidwell
Clint Tabor
Eddie Tinkle
Chris Tinkle
Herb Tinkle
Chuck Tourney
Dick Truitt

News and Such

New Ministry ~ Marriage Keepers

We are in process of forming a new ministry here that would provide support and mentoring to newly married couples.  Mentors responsibilities would include praying daily for your couple for one year and creating opportunities to get together for encouragement about every other month.  There is a sign up list on the table in the foyer for those interested in being mentors. If you would be interested in coordinating this ministry please see Ann Clayton. 

Lannell Bevill  a longtime member here until she was admitted to assisted living and was unable to attend, died last month. Lannell was the mother of Eldon Bevill who is a dentist here.  Our condolences to the family. 

 Bridal Shower

There will be a bridal shower at the home of Sheri Heath on March 20, 10:30 AM for Katie Clayton.  Katie will marry Jeremiah Watson in May.  You are asked to bring Brunch foods.

Katie is registered at Target and Bed, Bath and Beyond.

Food Drive March 21

We will be having a food drive to re-stock the pantry on Sunday, March 21.  Items needed are:  Canned meats, canned meals (stew, chili), coffee, peanut butter, jelly, cereal, spaghetti sauce, canned vegetables, soups, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, laundry soap, shampoo.  There are also grocery lists out on the table in the foyer for your shopping convenience.

Stone Martin Memorial Service

There will be a memorial service for Stone Martin March 19, at 2:00 PM at the High School Auditorium in Meeker.  Stone was the 9 year old son of Paul and Vanessa Martin of Meeker.  He was fatally injured in an automobile accident in January.

Sprung Forward

Daylight Savings Time began this morning and if you forgot to set your clocks when time sprung forward then that explains why you were here so early but this does not mean you can nap during Doug’s lesson.

El Nieman Injured

El Nieman fell last week and broke his hip.  He is now out of the hospital and is in room 131 at Mantey Heights.  Please remember him in your prayers for a speedy recovery.

Prayer Needs

Pray for El Nieman, who fell last week and broke his hip. Pray for healing and comfort for him. And for God’s peace.

Continue to pray for Mike Bamford . He is in ICU in Denver, seriously ill, but doesn’t give up. Pray for the medications they are using to help the situation. He had surgery last week and now has some complications. Pray for healing and comfort for him and for his family.

Continue to pray for Jessica Boone. She recently had surgery to replace the second half of her skull. She is home and requires a lot of care. There are several issues she has to overcome and recover but they praise God for her progress. Pray for the family to have strength, patience and to be able to wait on the Lord. They are thankful for all the prayers.

Continue to pay for Allen Avery and his family. They like the Boones are thanking God for his grace and answer to prayers and for your prayers. Pray for healing and peace, patience and strength as they wait on the Lord.

Continue to pray for Tim Karcher.Pray for continued healing and for him to be able get his prothesis and to walk again soon. Continue to bless him as he is a blessing to others and an encourager…and for blessings for his family.

Continue to pray for Natasha and her family. Pray they will find the person who assaulted her so he will not be able to harm anyone else. Pray for her & her family to know Gods comfort and peace.

Continue to pray for Bert Garrish . Pray for God to lift the burden from him and allow him to see God’s love and to be able to share that love with others.

Pray for America Mathews, Sam’s mother, who is receiving pre leukemia treatments. Pray for healing and strength for her….and for her family.

Pray for John’s upcoming trip to Dubai/India. Pray for the hearts of those he will speak to, to be open to the words he speaks. Give him the right words to reach them…and for the veils that are over their hearts and minds to be lifted so they can come to know God. Also pray for Johns safety.

Travis Roberts has asked us to pray for his manager at work who was taken to the hospital with heart problems from work last week. His name is Dean.

Please remember to offer prayers of Thanksgiving and Praise to our awesome God for who He is and all He has done and continues to do for us. All glory and honor are due His holy name. He has answered many prayers for us all and we need to remember to give thanks. 

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