Sunday, September 29, 2013

BULLETIN SEPT 29 2013 - PASTOR'S PERSPECTIVE

I pray for you.  I pray for this congregation! 

I pray for for the salvation of those who are without God and without hope.  I pray for the
sanctification of the believers.  I pray for the material needs of the congregation.  I pray for the physical needs of our Church family.  But in recent days I have found myself driven to pray that God would strengthen those of us who have repented of our sins and believe in the Lord Jesus Christ for salvation.

The Apostle Paul prayed for the Christians at Ephesus.  “...to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.”  (Ephesians 3:16ff).

If God’s people were strengthened with God’s might in their inner man, they would stand up and prevail when tempted.  If God’s people were strengthened with God’s might in their inner man they would not wither, rather they would stand and triumph when persecuted.  If God’s people were strengthened with God’s might in their inner man, they would not surrender to the impulses of the flesh, rather they would unconditionally surrender to the will of God.

We’re praying for Christians who will stand strong against the world, the flesh, and the devil.  

We’re praying that God’s people will be Biblically grounded not philosophically adrift, Spirit-driven not slaves to sensuality, and Christ-like in our sacrificial love for God and one another not self-promoters who are proud and self-righteous.

There is a day coming when those who are not strong in the Lord will be unable to stand against the intense pressure to be conformed to this world’s system.  It is my prayer that not one of us will be lost in that hour.  I’m praying that God will strengthen us so that we will stand, and stand faithfully.

Thanks again for coming today.  You are all greatly loved and appreciated.  Let us know how we can minister to you.

Saturday, September 28, 2013

IT'S SATURDAY NIGHT - LOOKING IN THE FACE OF JESUS

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2slWs9NeCnI&feature=c4-overview&list=UUpUmxduWvxlTv1C-2JA4xtw


OH I WISH I COULD BE LIKE HIM
SO THAT MEN WOULD PLAINLY SEE
CHRIST IN ALL HIS WONDROUS BEAUTY
LIVING ON, HIS LIFE IN ME!

Saturday, September 21, 2013

IT'S SATURDAY NIGHT - NO MORE NIGHT!

IT'S SATURDAY NIGHT - NO MORE NIGHT!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lkzno8RhzxY&feature=c4-overview&list=UUpUmxduWvxlTv1C-2JA4xtw

Revelation 21

King James Version (KJV)
21 And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.
And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.
And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God.
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful.
And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.
He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.
But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.

Sunday, September 15, 2013

17th ANNIVERSARY PASTOR'S PERSPECTIVE

My heart is full as we come to this historic 17th Anniversary Celebration.  Thank you so
much for coming!

Our theme for this year’s 17th anniversary is taken from Acts 5:32 where the Apostles testified, “WE ARE HIS WITNESSES AND SO ALSO IS THE HOLY GHOST WHOM THE LORD HATH GIVEN TO THEM WHO OBEY HIM!”    And we are!
WE ARE WITNESSES of the life changing power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ!  WE ARE WITNESSES of the saving and sanctifying grace of God!  WE ARE WITNESSES of the power of God to restore marriages.  WE ARE WITNESSES of the power of the Holy Ghost to guide and direct lives.
WE ARE WITNESSES of the sustaining power of the Spirit!  WE ARE WITNESSES of God’s great provision for His Church and His people.  WE ARE WITNESSES of the Comfort that only Christ can bring.  WE ARE WITNESSES to the awesome power of God’s Spirit to awaken and revive hearts!
WE ARE ALSO WITNESSES to the tragic consequences that inevitably come to those who refuse our Savior.
Open your hearts and minds today to hear what the Spirit is witnessing to you!  He is still WITNESSING to all them who will choose to honor and obey Him.
Thank you again for making this day such a special day!
Thank you for coming!
Thank you for praying!
Thank you for your faithful support and giving!
Thank you for your friendship!
Thank you for your love!
Be assured of our great love and appreciation for each of you.  May our 18th year of ministry be our best!

Onward!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAcvlHM53IM&feature=c4-overview&list=UUpUmxduWvxlTv1C-2JA4xtw

Sunday, September 8, 2013

CONVICTION, CONFIDENCE, AND CONVERSION

I think if I were a political party leader I would be pretty confused today.  And I think if I were a high powered financial manager I would be perplexed at this moment.  I’m sure that if I was an entertainer--actor or pop music artist--I would be feeling empty and disheartened.
You know if I was a pop-preacher, one of those feel-good, la ti da, have your best life now personalities, I might be enjoying my popularity and the money that comes with that--but I would be feeling like I was actually making no positive difference--I mean the moral slide is only accelerating.
But, if I was a witness--a Holy Spirit filled--personal witness of the risen Christ, His grace, His truth, His power, and His Kingdom--then I would know for sure that my labor is not in vain!
It is our abiding conviction, and great joy as we come to this 17th Anniversary--WE ARE HIS WITNESSES!  It’s not about us.  It’s all about HIM!  It’s not about how great we are.  It’s all about how great He is!  It’s not about how wise, how wealthy, or how wonderful we are.  It is all about how Christ Jesus!  He is the way!  He is the truth!  He is the life!  He is the answer!  He is the Savior!  He is Source!  He made the way for the Spirit of Holiness to dwell and reign in our hearts!  He is the King!  He is the Lord!  Hallelujah!
DONT’ MISS ONE ANNIVERSARY REVIVAL SERVICE!
DON’T MISS CHURCH, DINNER, BAPTISM, AND COMMUNION NEXT SUNDAY!
WE LOVE YOU ALL AND THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE TO MAKE THIS A BRIGHT DAY FOR THIS MINISTRY!

Friday, September 6, 2013

A SPECIAL 17TH ANNIVERSARY INVITATION!


September 2013

Dear Special Friend of FCC!
What a JOY it would be to SEE YOU, OUR SPECIAL FRIEND as we celebrate 17 years together!

Many of you were born into the family of God here.  That makes YOU special! Many of you were baptized here.  That makes YOU special!

Some of you were married here.  That makes YOU special!
Many of you have dedicated your children to Christ here.  That makes YOU, and your children special!
Many of you rode our Sunday School buses, learned God’s Word in our Sunday School, and loved Vacation Bible School here. That makes YOU special!

When you have been in the hospital we have prayed with you, and God has answered our prayers! That makes YOU special!
We have wept together, prayed together, and held one another close in times of trial and sorrow. That makes YOU special!

You have experienced the moving of God’s Spirit as we Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. That makes YOU special!

Many of you attended FCC Fridays – our Teen Night. That makes YOU special!

Several have praised God with their voices here-in Choirs, in Groups, in Solos. That makes YOU special!
When you’ve wanted to learn God’s Word and seek God’s Will, together we have opened our Bibles and found the Lord to be faithful and true. That makes YOU special!

Whether you are new to FCC or have come from the beginning—you have blessed us with your presence! That makes YOU special!



AS A SPECIAL FRIEND OF FCC we are really hoping YOU WILL BE A PART OF OUR 17th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION! Our 17th Anniversary Revival Services begin on Wednesday, September 11 at 7:00 p.m.  Each evening of the Revival we will hear the inspired preaching of Evangelist Ben Crawford.  Phil Alexander will be at the keyboard Friday through the weekend--he’s bringing some great singers too!

In addition to great Gospel music, challenging Bible preaching, and Spirit driven services there will be a number of special events!
Wednesday, 9/11  Prayers & Reflections on our 9/11 World
Thursday, 9/12  An Ice Cream Social on the Porch for PR’s 55th Birthday
Friday, 9/13  Hear Andrew Durst of Crusader’s Great Commission
Saturday, 9/14  Singspiration & Preaching!
Sunday, 9/15  Anniversary Sunday & Dinner on the Grounds!
Hear Bishop Marsh Jones, help us blow out the candles on our huge cake,

         Join us for a carry-in Dinner on the Grounds, see the Baptism, join us at
the Table of the Lord for Holy Communion, and be a part of a record breaking crowd!  WOW! 

INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO COME ALONG TOO. 
They ARE SPECIAL TOO!

But most importantly, I hope that you will please come.  It will be a great way to thank the Lord for His blessings.  It will mean a lot to this Pastor and his family. 
It will make this great day, A VERY SPECIAL DAY if you will honor us by coming.
May the LORD specially bless you today!

                                                   Onward!


                                                   Pastor Rick Jones