Radical obedience
August 14, 2016
Welcome! Welcome! Please fill out your Connect Card and place it in the offering basket. Don’t forget to pick up a Guest Packet in the front lobby or by the covered entrance. Free Bibles are also available at the Information Desk! If you have children, childcare is available today in our preschool area for children: birth - age 5. There is also a cry room available at the NE corner of the worship center.
(1 Cor 4:1-5 NIV) So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and as those entrusted with the secret things of God. {2} Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. {3} I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself. {4} My conscience is clear, but that does not make me innocent. It is the Lord who judges me. {5} Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men's hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God. I have heard people talk about letting their conscience be their guide. For those who are empowered by the Spirit of God, this would not be a bad idea. People without Christ though, are led by a conscience that is controlled by their moral teachings and worldly value system. Even when we feel as though we have done no wrong, it is important to remember that the Lord is the ultimate judge of our behavior and actions. We spend a lot of time trying to live up to other people’s expectations while we should be most concerned about what God thinks about what we are doing. I know many Christians and even Pastors that are worried about what people think about them. We should care about our testimony and the example that is presented to others, but we must remember that if we are following the direction and teachings of Christ, it really does not matter if people understand or agree with us. It is much more important to please the Lord than to please others. What God is concerned about in our lives is our motive for doing good things. Many times we do things for God and the church in order that we might look good to others. Our Lord knows our motivation and our hearts. It is only through a life that is lived to please the Lord that we can really discover the bountiful blessings of service and sacrifice. Not everyone is called to do the same things in order to please the Lord. What God expects out of each of us is faithfulness to the task and gifts that he has given to us. Over the years people have said to me, “Pastor, I’m sure that God is going to richly reward you in heaven for all that you do!” Although, I believe that God will reward me for the things that I do for Him with a dedicated heart, I also believe that the Lord will not bless me with a greater blessings than the faithful Christian who serves quietly and without fanfare to less noticeable tasks. There is coming a time when God will judge every work. May we remember to serve the Lord out of a full and grateful heart.
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Discovering Membership Seminar
Today from 4-7:00 PM. Sign up at the Info Desk. This Course is offered every 3 months so that people can learn about the history, core values, and beliefs of this church. It also helps people to understand how our church is structured and how we cooperate with other churches to bring the Gospel Message to the World. As the early church was committed and "members of one another" this course will give those who attend an opportunity to join the membership of EGFirst Baptist. Dinner will be provided. Save the Date: Women's Conference featuring Sheila Walsh September 16 & 17, Cost: $30. Sign up today at info desk. The theme is - "Loved Back To Life" Conference will be held at Calvary Chapel Melbourne. Questions? Contact Melissa Harpold at 321-403-0970 or Linda Hayes at 321-243-9015. National Back to Church Sunday , Sept 18 2016 Join thousands of churches across America to invite our communities back to church! This powerful movement encourages church attendance by inspiring and empowering church members to invite their neighbors, friends and loved ones to a special Sunday service designed just for them.
Preschool Division Bottom Line: God loves me. “Nothing can separate us from God’s love.” Romans 8:39 NlRV
Elementary Division Bottom Line: I should trust and obey even when I think my way is better. Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you… Hebrews 13:17A NIV Life App: Obedience. Trusting those who lead you by doing what you’re asked to do.
This week at eg first! Sunday: August 14 Prayer First: 8:30 AM Library Open: 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM 10:00 - 10:30 AM Youth Leaders Prayer Time: 9:00 AM XP3 Youth Bible Study: 9:15 AM Traditional Service: 9:15 AM Sunday School and Bible Fellowships: 9:15 AM Contemporary Service: 10:30 AM Sunday School and Bible Fellowships: 10:30 AM Discovering Church Membership: 4:00 PM Revolution WORSHIP: 6:00 PM Monday: August 15 FIT for Life Strength & Flexibility Class: 10:00 AM Tuesday: August 16 Library Open: 9:30 AM - Noon Leadership Meeting: 7:00 PM Wednesday: August 17 Men’s Life Group: 1:30 PM Dinner Served: 5:00 PM Library Open: 5:45 PM - 6:15 PM Bible Study and Prayer: 6:15 PM Children’s Programs: 6:15 PM Praise Band Rehearsal: 6:30 PM Traditional Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 PM
Happy Birthday! 08/21 08/22 08/23 08/24 08/26 08/27 -
Dan Springstroh, Katy Haynes Walter Bush, Conner Bierbrunner, Rich Routh Beth Simcox Judy Kidd, Tom Lindsey, Lilly Wallace, Steve Seed Rory Hayden, Cara Langlie Hermantilde Verleus, Hulya Irwin, Brandi Moore, Tommy Pace
Memorial and Honorariums Food Pantry In Memory of Sally Laurance by The Genesis Class, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Korte, Sharon Barna, Brenda Harrison, Pastor and Mrs. Ralph Nygard, Chaplain and Mrs. Joe Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. Jess Salas. Seafarer's Ministry In Memory of Lisa Laskovich by Mr. and Mrs. Bob Harpold. Benevolence In Honor of Pastor Tim and Pastor Ralph by Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Kumer In Memory of Stephanie Brown by Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Kumer. In Memory of Lillian Ceravolo by Linda Thompson.
Thank You Dear Church Friends, Thank you so much for all the care, love and support for our mom, Lillian Ceravolo. Your thoughts, prayers, visits and cards have been so appreciated. God Bless, from the Family of Lillian J. Ceravolo Facts and Figures August 7, 2016 Worship Attendance 9:15 AM 10:30 AM Total: Sunday Bible Study: Sunday School Guests:
Wednesday Night Dinner August 17 5-6:00 PM 249 228 477 357 10
Suggested Donation: $5/adult | $3/child | $15/family Caesar Salad, Lasagna, Garlic Toast, Cherry Crisp Entrée: Chicken Caesar Salad
Weekly Budget Need 18,866.88 Budget Offering 24,757.66 Designated 7,277.50 CTB Debt Retirement 310.00 State Missions 20.00 Total Offering 32,365.16 Budget Goal to Date 603,740.08 Received to Date 593,558.60 CTB Gifts to Date 2,226,902.45 CTB Year to Date 11,472.00 State Missions to Date 435.00
No Reservations Needed Come and invite a friend!
Deacons on Call
Aug 14 - Aug 20
Martin Lamb, 541-7310 Jim McCalla, 431-4470 Richard Hayes, 243-3939
Weekly Memory Verse 1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. 9:15 AM Sunday Traditional Worship Welcome Sharing in Fellowship: I Love You with the Love of the Lord Orchestral Praise: Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho Choral Praise: Revive Us Again Worship Through Singing: Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus Trust and Obey My Life is in You, Lord Yes, Lord, Yes Just A Closer Walk Musical Praise: I Will Follow - Tim Harden and Deborah James Message: Radical Living: Radical Obedience Mark Harpold, Associate Pastor Song of Commitment: Wherever He Leads I’ll Go Tithes & Offerings Musical Benediction: Living for Jesus
10:30 AM Sunday Contemporary Worship Welcome Baptism Celebration Featured Songs Today: We Are The Free Sing and Shout My Lighthouse Sinking Deep One Thing Tithes & Offerings Message: Radical Living: Radical Obedience Mark Harpold, Associate Pastor Invitation: My Lighthouse
Our Vision: Reaching the Next Generation for Christ Eau Gallie First Baptist Church 1501 W. Eau Gallie Blvd | Melbourne, FL 32935 | 321-254-2339
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