LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING
e are so thankful that you have chosen to worship with us today. If you are visiting let me welcome you and ask that you please fill out a Connection card found in the pew and return it to an usher at some point today. It is hard to believe that another year is about to pass behind us. This week I will begin my 5th year as the Pastor of Second Baptist and my 20th year in Gospel ministry. I am so grateful for all that I have experienced in this season of life. I have grown to love the Lord for all His gracious acts towards me. I can also assure you that I am more committed to Him and the work He has called me to than every before. As you look back over 2018, can I ask you a few questions? First, can you say that you are pursuing Jesus more today than you were at the beginning of the year? Second, can you testify that at some point this year that you shared the gospel with someone? These two simple questions summarize the expectation of every Christian. The Bible has called us to love Him and to tell others of that love. Everything else is secondary. I pray that these questions will prod you in 2019 to accomplish God’s will for your life. While His mercies are new every morning, this Tuesday is a symbolic time to reset our lives and our focus. Understand that the Lord loves you and desires to use you like never before. Don’t allow your failures and shortcomings to rob you of His purpose and plans for your life. So as you turn the calendar, commit to turn the page and begin afresh and anew in your walk with him. Let me encourage you to join me in the 2 year Bible Reading plan. This reading plan will allow you to read the New Testament and Psalm each year and the Old Testament once over two years. The plan can also be downloaded. In close, my personal prayer is that I never rest in what I have done for the Lord over the past 20 years, but that I press on as if this is my last year to serve Him and make His love known. I hope you’ll join me in that race…
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2018 Goal: $160 million Church Goal: $30,000 Given to Date: $15,895
JUDGES: Fallen People, Faithful God
The book of Judges is a disturbing narrative chronicling fallen humanity in its truest sense. Sadly, not much has changed. Throughout the book we read, “everyone did what was right in their own eyes.” Join us on Sunday mornings this winter as we encounter the faithfulness of our gracious God when dealing with our fallen ways.
TESTIFY
In 2019, our theme and focus will be “Testify”. Beginning on Sunday nights in January we will examine various areas of life and the testimonies of our own members related to them. From Salvation, Addiction, Marriage, Parenting, Finance and more. We will hear how God has worked in the lives of those around you and discover how He desires to work in your life this year.
We would like to thank everyone for the delicious treats that were brought to us during the holiday. Everything was very much appreciated! Sun. January 13
Sunday, January 13 • 9:00-11:30 AM • L-206 Visiting, recently joined or considering going Second Baptist? This is an excellent opportunity to see who we are, what we believe, and what we are aiming to achieve. Sign up at the Welcome Center. Led by Bro. Sam Coleman.
• January birthday lists are available at the Welcome Center. FYI
• Weekly bulletins may be viewed by visiting secondbaptistuc.com and clicking on Resources, Weekly Bulletin then the lines to the right of the page. • Visit our Welcome Center where you will find information on events, sign-up sheets and if you have misplaced your Bible or other items, you may find it here. We also have these items for purchase: Second Baptist Church coffee mugs ($5) and devotional books for adults ($15) and children ($10).
Chad, Leslie, Joeli, Eden & Phoebe Segraves
INDIA: Mission Voice Network Pastor Needi & Esther
NEW YORK: Bridge Community Church
(bridgecommunitynyc.com) Micheal, Shannon, Promise, Mercy Lin
NYC MISSION TRIP
DISCOVER SECOND
Second Baptist Church Staff
If you would be interested in participating in the Handbell choir, contact Betsy Dugger 731-796-5466. Our next rehearsal is Wednesday, January 2 at 6:00 PM in the Handbell room.
ASIA: 10/40 Connections (1040connections.org)
For His Glory, Pastor Justin
Thank You
HANDBELLS
June 12-16, 2019 • More information to come
WHITE BIBLE OFFERING
This morning, ladies will be at the doors accepting donations for white New Testament bibles, which are given to babies born at Baptist Memorial Hospital. SECOND MILE CENTER Thursday, January 3 • 8:00 AM Saturday, January 5 • 8:00 AM We will have two work days this week at the Mission Center. We are in need of volunteers to help paint. Address is 1226 East Main Street. WOMEN ON MISSION Women on Mission will be serving the meal for Soul Food Cafe on Thursday, January 3. If you would like to help, contact Diana Guynn 731-885-2662.
NURSING HOME VISITATION Tuesday, January 1 • 10:15 AM • UC Nursing Home Wednesday, January 9 • 2:00 PM • OC Nursing Home Tuesday, January 22 • The Waters
YOUNG AT HEART MARRIAGE RETREAT
February 15-17 • $450 Per Couple Whatever season of marriage you're in, we want to invite you to join us at Evins Mill in Smithville, TN for an incredible weekend with your spouse. Cost includes two nights of luxury accommodations, meals, and materials. Space is limited so secure your spot today with a $100 deposit. Sign up at the Welcome Center. Questions: Adam & Gina Ragan:
[email protected]
Tuesday, January 8 • 10:30 AM • Fellowship Hall Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
December 31 January 1 January 2 January 3 January 4 January 5 January 6
Revelation 19–22 Genesis 1 & Matthew 1 Genesis 2 & Matthew 2 Genesis 3 & Matthew 3 Genesis 4 & Matthew 4 Genesis 5 & Matthew 5 Genesis 6 & Matthew 6
10:15 AM
WORSHIP PRELUDE TO WORSHIP—Worship Musicians “Angels We Have Heard on High” *HYMNS OF PRAISE— Barry Keathley “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” “Here I Am to Worship” MUSICAL PRAISE— Worship Choir “Celtic Worship” PRAYER AND PRAISE— Pastor Justin PASTORAL GREETING Children’s Church Dismissal (Grades K-2) *PRAISE SONGS— Barry Keathley “His Name Is Life” “Take the Name of Jesus with You” WORSHIP THROUGH GIVING/OFFERTORY— Worship Musicians Deacon of the Week: Larry Nichols SPECIAL MUSIC— Worship Choir “Song In the Air” Soloist: Hailey Hollomon MESSAGE— Pastor Justin Hiens “Sure Foundation” Matthew 7:24-27 *TIME OF DECISION *CLOSING CHORUS— Barry Keathley “I Love You, Lord” *Congregation Please Rise
MINISTRY SCHEDULE USHERS Carter Watts Cole Lannom Marty Lannom Jonathon Brown Kenny Crews Royce Morgan Van Hazlewood David Adkins Brian Hughes
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES Sunday, December 30 9:15 AM: Life Groups 10:15 AM: Worship 5:00 PM: Life Group Teachers Meeting • L-213 6:00 PM: Worship 7:10-8:30 PM: Signs of Wonder • Fellowship Hall Tuesday, January 1 Church office closed Happy New Year! Wednesday, January 2 5:00-5:45 PM: Supper 6:00 PM: RAs, GAs & Mission Friends • Children’s Wing 6:00 PM: Prayer Meeting 6:00 PM: C H A O S • Grades 6-12 • Upper Room 6:00 PM: Handbells • Handbell Room Thursday, January 3 6:30 AM: Men’s Prayer Breakfast • Fellowship Hall 9:00 AM: Dismissed! Bag Ladies
PRESCHOOL VOLUNTEERS Bed Babies Jeff, Jessica & Jill Caldwell, Sherry Shanklin One’s Jeremy & Kayla Keathley Two’s Adam & Gina Ragan Three’s Antoinette & Paige Waites Four’s John & Kyla Cooper
Wednesday Supper • January 2 • 5:00-5:45 PM • $4 Adults/$3 Kids (Under 10) pork loin • turnip greens • peas • slaw • roll • dessert Please make and cancel reservations by 4:00 PM on Tuesday.
CHURCH GIVING Week of December 23 Budget Actual Budget Goal Journey of Faith Lottie Moon Designated Offering
$ $ $ $ $
35,597.16 31,843.33 455.00 3,539.00 2,991.50
Year-To-Date Budget Actual Budget Goal Journey of Faith Lottie Moon
$ $ $ $
512,829.67 541,336.61 40,178.69 15,895.00
Television • Sundays 8:00 PM • CH 8 or 26 Radio • Sundays 10:15 AM • FM 104.9 Webcast • sermon.net/secondbaptistuc Email •
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CHURCH GROWTH Life Groups (12/23/18)
466
Gospel Conversations (12/23/18) 1 *Salvations YTD
4
Baptisms YTD
3
Membership YTD
11
*All professions of faith through direct church ministry and missions. YTD 9/1/18-8/31/19
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831 Everett Blvd • Union City, TN 38261 • 731-885-5223
December 30, 2018
