Greetings everyone!  This Sunday, David MacKillop will be delivering the message "MAKING A DECISION".  The primary text is from John 3:1-21 describing a conversation between Jesus, our Lord and Savior, and Nicodemus, a Pharisee and a ruler of the Jews.  Nicodemus was seeking understanding of what Jesus had spoken about being born again as the key to understanding and entering the Kingdom of God.  This section of Scripture contains a verse commonly memorized and referenced by many when talking about salvation.  JOHN 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life."  But not all read on to Verse 17 - "For God did not send the Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him."  God, the Father, sent His only Son to prepare the way of salvation ... the only way ... "through Him."  Want to know more?  Join us this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. - in person or online via Facebook - to get a fuller understanding of what Jesus wanted Nicodemus to see -- that Jesus was the only way to be saved from death and enter into an eternal life in Heaven.  He also wanted him to understand that not all people will be drawn to the Light but would choose to continue to live in darkness.  We hope you will join us this Sunday!!  Everyone is welcome!

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will be presenting Part II of a two-part sermon series entitled "I'M AT THE END OF MY ROPE!", based on the Scriptures in 2 Kings 4:1-7.  Have you ever been so overwhelmed that you didn't think you would ever be happy again?  Has your soul felt anguish and desperation?  Have you ever been faced with unprecedented challenges of meeting your physical, emotional, and financial needs...all at the same time?  Everyone comes to this point at some time in this life.  Even as Christians, we can feel the weight of the world on our shoulders so heavy that we can't see through the suffering.  We may even wonder if God really hears our cries for help!  

We know in our hearts that He does hear us, that we are not alone, and that we can trust Him. He uses trials to help grow us in the strength of our faith and closer in our relationship with Him.  He wants us to seek Him first when challenges come; He will provide just what we need, even if we can't understand it at the time.  Last week, we heard that (1) GOD KNOWS OUR DESPAIR.  This week's message will show how (2) GOD PROVIDES FOR OUR DEVELOPMENT and how (3) GOD SECURES OUR DELIVERANCE, using additional references in Scripture.   

Join us this Sunday to hear how God wants us to respond when we are faced with burdens too great to bear by human means.  We are to look to the only One Who desires to lift us out of such deep despair and provide our deliverance.  Find out more by joining us in person or online via Facebook at 10:30 a.m.  Everyone is welcome! 

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will begin a two-part sermon series entitled "I'M AT THE END OF MY ROPE!", based on the Scriptures in 2 Kings 4:1-7.  Have you ever been so overwhelmed that you didn't think you would ever be happy again?  Has your soul felt anguish and desperation?  Have you ever been faced with unprecedented challenges of meeting your physical, emotional, and financial needs...all at the same time?  Everyone comes to this point at some time in this life.  Even as Christians, we can feel the weight of the world on our shoulders so heavy that we can't see through the suffering.  We may even wonder if God really hears our cries for help!

We know in our hearts that He does hear us, that we are not alone, and that we can trust Him.  This sermon series shows us what we are to do in those times of uncertainty.  Join us this Sunday to hear how God wants us to respond when we are faced with burdens too great to bear by human means.  We are to look to the only One Who desires to lift us out of such deep despair and secure our deliverance.  Find out more by joining us in person or online via Facebook at 10:30 a.m.  Everyone is welcome! 

This Sunday, our children will be presenting songs of worship at the beginning of the service.  We love to hear our children singing praises to Jesus, their Savior!!  After the singing, there will be a brief message from Pastor Brian, which will include some guest speakers.  As we continue to grow our various ministries, we must keep in mind that it is all for God's glory.  As we grow, we encourage more of our congregation to become involved in our overall ministry of presenting the Gospel Message ... God gives His spiritual gifts freely to be the hands and feet of Jesus, especially in service to those not only in our church but to our community.  Our service begins at 10:30 a.m., in person or online via Facebook.  Please join us as we seek to discover how to become more effective followers of Jesus Christ in the mission field in which we live.  Everyone is welcome!!

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will continue with the sermon series called "GOD:  WHO HE IS AND WHO HE IS NOT".  It is important for us to know not only WHAT WE BELIEVE, but also equally vital, WHY WE BELIEVE ... WHAT WE BELIEVE.  This sermon series will continue our study of THE BAPTIST FAITH AND MESSAGE, the document containing the articles of faith doctrines that we believe need to be established in the life of a Believer.  Our beliefs must be based upon the written Word of God and nothing else.   We will continue with Part III of the topic focusing on "The God of the Bible", using Isaiah 45:5-6 as the text for the sermon.  If you would like to know more about God (Who He is and Who He is not), join us this coming Sunday, either in person or online via Facebook, at 10:30 a.m.  Everyone is welcome!!  

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will continue with the sermon series called "GOD:  WHO HE IS AND WHO HE IS NOT".  It is important for us to know not only WHAT WE BELIEVE, but also equally vital, WHY WE BELIEVER ... WHAT WE BELIEVE.  This sermon series will continue our study of THE BAPTIST FAITH AND MESSAGE, the document containing the articles of faith doctrines that we believe need to be established in the life of a Believer.  Our beliefs must be based upon the written Word of God and nothing else.   We will continue with Part II of the topic focusing on "The God of the Bible", using Isaiah 45:5-6 as the text for the sermon.  Last week, we learned about Who God is not ... this week, we will learn more deeply about Who God Is.   If you would like to know more about God (Who He is and Who He is not), join us this coming Sunday, either in person or online via Facebook, at 10:30 a.m.  Everyone is welcome!!  

SUNDAY EVENING SERVICE:  Our Sunday evening service for October will also be held on October 12th at 6 PM here at the church.  Everyone is welcome!

PASTOR APPRECIATION SUNDAY:  Take a moment to thank our pastors for their continuing perseverance to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ by preaching and teaching the truths in the Word of God, by shepherding our local church body, and by living a life of faithful service to God, that shines the light of God to those around them!!  We love you, Pastor Brian and Pastor Craig!

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will begin a new sermon series called "GOD:  WHO HE IS AND WHO HE IS NOT".  It is important for us to know not only WHAT WE BELIEVE, but also equally vital, WHY WE BELIEVER ... WHAT WE BELIEVE.  This sermon series will continue our study of THE BAPTIST FAITH AND MESSAGE, the document containing the articles of faith doctrines that we believe need to be established in the life of a Believer.  Our beliefs must be based upon the written Word of God and nothing else.  Previously, we studied Scripture about "The Bible", which is the single most important source of all our doctrinal beliefs, and "Stewardship", which tells us how important it is for the Christian to understand that everything we have in our possession is a gift of God that is to be used to bring glory to God.  The topic this week focuses on "The God of the Bible", using Isaiah 45:5-6 as the text for the sermon.  If you would like to know more about God (Who He is and Who He is not), join us this coming Sunday, either in person or online via Facebook, at 10:30 a.m.  Everyone is welcome!!  

This coming Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will complete the sermon series entitled "FACING OUR BATTLES WITH COURAGE", from Joshua 1:1-9., when God commissioned Joshua to lead over 2 million Jewish people into the Promised Land.  The Bible teaches us that we do not have to face these moments without courage. The focus last week was that we can increase our level of courage by remembering God's promises to us. This week, the focus will be remembering God's principles and His presence.  Have you ever thought about the fact that for us to be courageous isn't based upon anything within us ... it is founded upon God's promises, principles, and presence in our lives.  When we know and believe God's Word and apply it to our lives, we are being transformed closer to the image of Jesus Christ, our Savior.  The way we live our lives with God at the center can lead others to Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.  We must remember, we can never be an overcomer in this world without His strength.  He is the One who develops our courage through trials and gives us the resiliance required to keep fighting against the enemy, regardless of the circumstances.  Case in point -- Goliath had his size, strength, and physical abilities, and an army behind him ... but David, a young boy who loved and trusted God, knew that he had God on his side ... one stone from a young boy's sling brought down the giant because almighty God was with David.

If you want to find out more ... please join us on Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. for our worship service. If you can't come in person, you can join us via Facebook to see and hear the service. We would love to have you with us! Have a blessed day!

This coming Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will begin a new sermon series entitled "FACING OUR BATTLES WITH COURAGE", from Joshua 1:1-9.  The Bible teaches us that we do not have to face these moments without courage.  Courage is not only a virtue to possess in the Kingdom of God, but it is something that God develops within us through the trials and adversity we face as His people.  The focus this week is that we can increase our level of courage by remembering God's promises to us.  For example, Joshua 1:9 says, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."  He will never leave us or forsake us.  Even when we walk through the valley of the shadow of death, He will be there.  When we remind ourselves of these promises, our trust in Him increases, and we can rely on His strength and direction to get us through any circumstance ... all for His glory.  We must remember, we can never be an overcomer in this world without His strength.  If you are going through a battle of any kind -- physical, mental, emotional, spiritual -- we can lean on His understanding and His divine plan to obtain the victory!

If you want to find out more ... please join us on Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. for our worship service.  If you can't come in person, you can join us via Facebook to see and hear the service.  We would love to have you with us!  Have a blessed day!

SATURDAY WOMEN'S RETREAT

SUNDAY MORNING - FAMILY FUN DAY - SEPT. 14TH
There will be a morning worship service under a tent behind the church, a brief message from the Word of God, a picnic, and fun activities for the whole family!!  The service begins at 10:30 a.m.  Hope to see you join us!!

SUNDAY EVENING SERVICE - 6 PM - AT THE CHURCH.  EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

This Sunday, Pastor Brian will be preaching a message from John 13.  The focus will come from Verses 31-35, in which Jesus gives a new commandment to "love one another".  He goes on to say, "As I have loved you, so you must love one another."  The key here is in the words "As I have loved you...".  Jesus loved His disciples regardless of their past, their mistakes, their weaknesses, and even their betrayal.  He forgave them.  As believers, He forgives us no matter how many times we fall short in our walk with Him.  He loves us enough to forgive, to discipline, and to draw us back into fellowship with Himself.  He never leaves us ... never breaks a promise ... is always ready to hear our cries for help ... He gave His life for us as a sacrificial offering to the Father for our sins ... and is going to return for us at the appointed time and take us home to be with Him for eternity.  

Jesus set the example for us ... we must strive to love others as He loves us.  We have to ask ourselves ... do I forgive those who have hurt me or do I hold on to grudges against them?  ... will I push past my fears and reach out to those rejected by society and share the Gospel Message?  ... will I encourage those who are suffering by walking along side of them?  The only way we can love like Jesus loves is through the power of the Holy Spirit.  As we embrace the love of Christ, we will grow stronger in our Christian walk and in our fellowship with Him.  

We invite you to join us this Sunday to hear the message "Loving Sacrificially.  Our service begins at 10:30 a.m., either in person or online via Facebook.  If you are a believer, you can learn more about "how Jesus loves" and how to apply these truths into your life.  If you haven't accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, today is the day of salvation!!  Find out how to become a redeemed child of God ... a member of His family!  Everyone is welcome!

This Sunday, after the praise and worship part of the service, there will be a special presentation by a representative of Child Evangelism Fellowship.  CEF is an organization that is dedicated to spreading the gospel to children using a variety of activities.  Our children are growing up in a world full of chaos, and we must do what we can to direct them to Jesus Christ.  Find out more about this organization that can provide the tools available to parents, grandparents, friends, etc., ... join us this Sunday.  Our service begins at 10:30 a.m. - in person and online via Facebook.  We look forward to welcoming you to the house of God!

This Sunday, after worship and a brief message from Pastor Brian, we will be participating in a COMMUNION service.  The message comes from John 13, highlighting Verse 34:  "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another:  just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another".

"As I have loved you"... means we are to love others in the same manner as Jesus loves us.  He loved us while we were still in our sin. He loves us even though we aren't perfect ... we still make mistakes and poor decisions.  He loves us so much that He gave His life to pay the price for our sins.  He loves mankind even though mankind is rebellious and turning against God.  He has provided a way for redemption, but so many people still reject His precious gift of salvation.  Jesus extended love to those who are considered unlovable. In spite of all our faults, failures, arrogance, and lack of humanity, He still forgives, even before we have yet become aware of our need for forgiveness. 

In remembrance of who Jesus is and what He did for us, we will be serving the Lord's Supper (Communion) after the message.  

If you want to learn more about the unfathomable love of Jesus for you, join us this Sunday at 10:30 a.m., in person or online via Facebook.  Enter His courts with thanksgiving and praise!  Everyone is welcome.

We are so excited to have some special guest speakers with us this Sunday.  Deven and Kara Gurski will be sharing some experiences and their plans for the future to do God's work as missionaries.  Theirs is a family ministry ... however God leads them, they will continue to move forward as a family.  Please join us to hear their testimonies and how God has already begun a work within their hearts for missions.  To God be all the praise and glory for those who are willing to step out in faith, knowing that God will guide and direct their every step.

After the praise/worship part of the service, the children will be dismissed to go to Children's Church.  All are welcome.

You can join our service in person or online via Facebook at 10:30 a.m.  Each day is a gift from God ... come and spend some time with God's family!

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will be continuing with Part 3 of the sermon "The Christian Bible...IS the Word of God".  This series of messages focuses on the importance of knowing what we believe and where the Scriptures are found to support that belief.  The only way we can know that what we believe is pure and truthful is to study the Holy Word that God gave us and allow the Holy Spirit to give us understanding.  We are not to add to or take away from Scripture, and we are not to follow anyone who preaches any other gospel. 

What we have learned in Parts 1 and 2: "The Nature of Scripture:  The Word of God" and "The Witnesses to Scripture:  Old and New Testament Writers".  This week's sermon focuses specifically upon "The Purpose of Scripture:  Revelation Toward Application".   This week's message reminds us that God did not give us His Holy Word just to fill our heads -- He gave us His Word to change our hearts.  Knowing His Word is not enough ... we have been given His Word so that we can apply it in our lives through the power of the Holy Spirit working within us.  (John 14:26; 1 Corinthians 2:14-16)   That's what brings about the transformation!   

If you want to know more about "what the Bible says" about what we believe and how we are to live our lives, please join us for this next step in our deep dive into His Word.  Service begins at 10:30 a.m., in person or online via Facebook.  2 Timothy 3:15 reminds us:  "All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction, in righteousness."  Come with open minds and hearts to receive from His precious words of life!!

Everyone is welcome! 

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will be continuing with Part 2 of the sermon "The Christian Bible...IS the Word of God".  This series of messages focuses on the importance of knowing what we believe and where the Scripture are found to support that belief.  The onlly way we can know that what we believe is pure and truthful is to study the Holy Word that God gave us and allow the Holy Spirit to give us understanding.  We are not to add to or take away from Scripture, and we are not to follow anyone who preaches any other gospel.  The only way for us to be saved is through repentance for our sins, believing that Jesus is the Son of God, accepting His work on the cross to redeem us from our sins, and submitting our will to His in our lives.   His resurrection gives us life!!!  He completed the will of His Father for the redemption of mankind, provided we are willing to accept this wonderful gift. 

If you want to know more about "what the Bible says" about what we believe, please join us for this next step in our deep dive into His Word.  Service begins at 10:30 a.m., in person or online via Facebook.  2 Timothy 3:15 reminds us:  "All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction, in righteousness."  Come with open minds and hearts to receive from His precious words of life!!

Everyone is welcome! 

This Sunday, Pastor Brian Pinson will begin a new sermon series.  The first sermon in the series is "The Christian Bible IS the Word of God".   

2 Timothy 3:16 tells us that all Scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine.  So, when someone asks you "how do you know that the Bible is real and not just some story" ... would you know how to respond?  As Christians, we must know and understand why we believe what we believe!  In a world full of chaos, where our culture has drifted so far from God, we must prepare ourselves to stand up boldly and proclaim the Gospel to a lost and dying world.  If we want to draw closer to God, we have to know more about Who He Is!  God tells us in His Word to study to show ourselves approved...this means not to just skim over the high points that we think are important, but to dive deeper in His Word so that we can KNOW THAT WE KNOW why we believe what we believe.  This sermon will introduce us to the value of having a deeper level of understanding within the Word of God.  

Do you need a refresher for doctrinal truths?  Do you seek answers to your deeper questions?  If you are an unbeliever, do you want to know God as your personal Savior?  Come and join us for this introductory sermon as we begin our journey through the sermon series that could change your life...through the power of God and all for His glory!  Everyone is welcome.  Our service begins at 10:30 a.m. in person or online via Facebook.  

JUNE 15:  Happy Father's Day!!!  Mark Bailey will be delivering a special message during the Worship Service.  The children will be in their Children's Church classes.  Worship, singing, and prayer will be part of the service, all of this to give honor and glory to our faithful God!!

JUNE 22:  There will be a guest preacher for this service to provide God's message to His people.  Children's Church will also be held during the Worship Service.  Pray for God's will to be done in all things, and that everything that is done will bring Him glory and honor.

JUNE 29:   We will have a very special guest preacher for this service.  BJ Grimmett, also known to some as the "Cowboy Preacher", began Circle G Ministry.  At Circle G Ministry, they are all about reaching people with incredible hope and peace found in a relationship with Jesus Christ. As a full-time evangelist, BJ preaches revivals, youth rallys, conferences, and special services. And, in addition to preaching within the traditional church setting, he is a Ken McNabb Certified Master Trainer who loves doing Cowboy Church at rodeos, mounted shootings, horse sales, wagon trains, rides, and any other equine or livestock event.  We are all so excited to hear this dedicated man of God share his testimony and share the words God has given him just for us!!!  There will be a fellowship dinner right after the morning Worship Service.

We invite you to any and all of these services, either online via Facebook or in person.  Service begins at 10:30 a.m. and everyone is welcome!

This Sunday marks the Final Session of our wonderful week of Vacation Bible School!   God's blessings were evident in the faces of all those who attended!  The Moto for this week is "Made to Glorify God" and the Scripture Verse for the week is Psalm 34:3:  "Proclaim the Lord's greatness with me; let us exalt His name together."  Here is an outline of the lessons:

DAY 1 - Topic:  God Sees Me
     Verse:  John 1:23 - But to all who did receive Him, who believe in His name, He gave the right to become children of God.
DAY 2 - Topic:  God Cares About Me
     Verse:  Deuteronomy 31:8 - It is the Lord who goes before you.  He will be with you; He will not leave you or forsake you.  Do not fear or be dismayed.
DAY 3 - Topic:  God Loves Me
     Verse:  Romans 5:8 - But God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
DAY 4 - Topic:  God Forgives Me
     Verse:  John 3:16 - For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.

TODAY --  Pastor Craig Ison will present Lesson 5.
Day 5 - Topic:   God Keeps His Promises
     Verse:  Psalm 100:5 - For the Lord is good; His steadfast love endures forever, and His faithfulness to all generations.

Our mission was to glorify God in every part of this Vacation Bible School - from beginning to end.  Through His divine intervention, we were able to accomplish this mission by laying "self" aside and pushing through the challenges that we faced, bringing honor and glory to our great God!

A huge thank you to Kathy Medesi and her hard-working Children's Ministry Team, and all of the volunteers along the way who helped to provide the lessons, crafts, food, decorations, recreation for the kids, nursery childcare, audio/visual support, and music and singing this week.   Thank you to those who welcomed the kids and parents each day, those who took pictures, and those who simply stood by ready to help when needed.  Thank you to the Security Team and those who helped keep our facilities safe and clean throughout the week.  Thank you to all those who prayed!!!!!  MOST OF ALL, we want to thank our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for leading and guiding us to spread His precious Holy Word to adults and kids in our church and in our community.  Psalm 48:1 - "Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised."

Please join us this week, either in person or online via Facebook, at 10:30 a.m. to celebrate with us as we worship our wonderful God together! Everyone is welcome!  

This Sunday, Pastor Craig Ison will be delivering a thought-provoking message entitled "KEEPING IN STEP WITH THE SPIRIT", based upon Scriptures found in Galatians 5: 13-26.  God's Holy Word guides us directly on recognizing what are the sins of the flesh that we are to avoid, and the "Fruits of the Spirit" that we are to pursue, when we want to keep in step with the Holy Spirit.  This week will be a focus on the Fruits of the Spirit.   Verse 17 tells us:  "For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh, for these are opposed to each other, to keep you from doing the things you want to do."  If we are following the leading of the Spirit, we will want to honor God by demonstrating the Fruit of the Spirit.  To find out more, please join us this Sunday at 10:30 a.m., in person or online via Facebook, to hear more.  Everyone is welcome!