FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - November 30, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
November 30, 2008
Church Items

1. December Celebrations: Jon Campeau, 5th; Ron Campeau, 8th Ruth Chandler, 17th; Tate Nolan Tucker, 17th; Darrel and Carolyn Griffith, 23rd; Jason Campeau, 27th; Travis Heald, 29th
2. Now is the time to give the Lord thanks for who He is and all He has done as we close Thanksgiving season and begin the Christmas worship season.
3. Nancy’s daughter Vicki Peterson Adkins is in Iraq and we are getting packages together for her for Christmas. We have already sent 3 packages. We have her mailing address and her email if you would like to send her a message. AT&T International phone cards, baby wipes, snacks and socks are also needed. We have a printed list of suggested items to send.
4. We will miss our Brother Owen Frisby. The Frisby family thanks the church for their support and comfort during last Sunday’s service.
5. Greg and Nancy will be at Sunrise Church this year for the Christmas presentation. The services for December 14 will be handled by Darrel, Lisa, Johnie, Dennis, Ron and anyone else they draft as volunteers. Enjoy the program at Sunrise on Saturday night the 13th and then come for the services here Sunday morning the 14th.

Christmas Fellowship Sunday night December 21st at 5:30pm

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, chemo
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA and school
• Darrel’s cousin Hollis, motorcycle accident
• Heidi, illness
• Vicki, in Iraq
• Jennifer Tucker friend Deb in AK, medical
• The Owen Frisby family and Mary
• Mike Rogers, chemo, return of lymphoma

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation, Chapter 11 and 12
The Seventh Trumpet, the Woman and the Dragon

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians Series: 6:10-17 The Armor of God
The very detailed and practical exhortations to husband/wife, child/parent and slave/master now broadens out to a more sweeping instruction; the word will be put to work in our lives by the power of the Spirit against the opposition, but only in the Lord’s strength and power. None of the practical exhortations in this letter could be put to work on their own. The “mighty power of God” will flow through us, not our own power.

TODAY’S WORSHIP
Lisa is in Fort Collins today

To God Be the Glory p. 66

When I Survey/The Wonderful Cross p. 185

Scripture Reading
I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for He hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, He hath covered me with the robe of righteousness. For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord GOD will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations. Isaiah 61:10-11

Come Thou Long Expected Jesus p. 124

O Come All Ye Faithful p. 145

Come, Thou long expected Jesus
Born to set Thy people free

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - November 23, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
November 23, 2008

Church Items

1. November Celebrations: Stephen Motzkus, 4th; Melody Neufeld, 11th; Dennis Craig, 17th
2. Now is the time to give the Lord thanks for who He is and all He has done for us on this Thanksgiving Sunday.
3. Nancy’s daughter Vicki Peterson Adkins is in Iraq and we want to get a package together for her for Christmas. We have her mailing address and her email if you would like to send her a message. The USPS recommends mailing by Nov. 28. AT&T International phone cards, baby wipes, snacks and socks are also needed. Check online for what is best to send.
4. We mourn the passing of our brother Own Frisby who entered into eternity last Thursday. His family is with us today in his memory.
5. Christmas Fellowship Sunday night December 21st at 5:30pm

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, chemo
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA and school
• Darrel’s cousin Hollis, motorcycle accident
• Heidi, illness
• Greg’s boss, Mindy, loss of husband
• Vicki, in Iraq
• Jennifer Tucker friend Deb in AK, medical
• The Frisby family including Mary - Owen’s passing

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: Revelation 11 and 12
The Two Witnesses
The two witnesses have a 3½ year ministry. They are clothed in sackcloth, representing a solemn prophetic ministry requiring the repentance of the people. These men are described as two olive trees (anointed ones) and two lampstands (bearing the light of the Word of God) referred to in Zechariah 4:12-14.
They have the power to: Kill their enemies with fire; Keep it from raining; Turn waters into blood; Bring plagues upon the earth; Harm others with the same harm they attempted to inflict on them

President George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789:
“WHEREAS it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor; and Whereas both Houses of Congress have, by their joint committee, requested me 'to recommend to the people of the United States a DAY OF PUBLIC THANSGIVING and PRAYER, to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness.”

The Truth Shall Set You Free

TODAY’S WORSHIP

Give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good, and His mercy endureth forever!

Come Ye Thankful People p. 559

Scripture Reading
O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto Him with psalms. For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above all gods. Psalm 95:1-3

We are So Blessed p. 564

Give Thanks

Thank You Lord

How Great Thou Art p. 4

Thanksgiving Sunday 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - November 16, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
November 16, 2008

Church Items

1. November Celebrations: Stephen Motzkus, 4th; Melody Neufeld, 11th; Dennis Craig, 17th
2. The holiday season is now upon us as we begin this time of Thanksgiving; next Sunday is the Sunday before Thanksgiving with the holiday on the 27th this year. We are to intentionally give thanks to God for all that He has done regardless of the circumstances around us. Give thanks to God!
3. Nancy’s daughter Vicki Peterson Adkins is in Iraq and we want to get a package together for her for Christmas. We have her mailing address and her email if you would like to send her a message. The USPS recommends mailing by Nov. 28.
4. Christmas Fellowship Sunday night December 21st at 5:30pm

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, chemo
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA and school
• Owen Frisby, health
• Darrel’s cousin Hollis, motorcycle accident
• Eddie and Linda Olsen family, moving
• Heidi, illness
• Greg’s boss, Mindy, loss of husband
• Vicki, in Iraq
• Jennifer Tucker friend Deb in AK, medical

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: Revelation 11
The Two Witnesses
John is given a “reed” and told to measure the temple, the altar and those that worshipped there. There will be a new temple constructed in Jerusalem at the beginning of the Tribulation period.
The specific time period of 42 months is given here, 3½ years. The event of the Gentiles dominating Jerusalem seems to occur in the last 3½ years of a general 7-year time period.
This chapter introduces the Two Witnesses, their ministry, and their martyrdom in Jerusalem.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians Series: 6:1-9
Wisdom at Home and at Work
A life filled with the Spirit (5:18) is a wise life in submission illustrated by the relationship of husband and wife. Husband and wife are a picture of Christ’s love for the church in submission and self-sacrifice. This metaphor continues in the teaching of wisdom at home and at work in the role of father-child and master-slave.
The issue of slavery and Christianity is a volatile one today, but the slavery that Paul was referring to referred to the Christian master with the Christian owner. Those hostile to Christianity today should be careful about criticizing the Bible because it does not condemn slavery while they sponsor and promote the death of millions of the unborn. They do not have the moral authority to criticize.

TODAY’S WORSHIP

Be Exalted p. 5
Scripture Reading
I will feed my flock, and I will cause them to lie down, saith the Lord GOD. I will seek that which was lost, and bring again that which was driven away, and will bind up that which was broken, and will strengthen that which was sick. I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. Ezek. 34:15-16; John 10:11
He Leadeth Me p. 461
Amazing Love - Chorus
In His Time p. 465

Amazing love, how can it be?
That You my King should die for me.

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - November 2, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
November 2, 2008

Church Items

1. November Celebrations: Stephen Motzkus, 4th; Melody Neufeld, 11th; Dennis Craig, 17th
2. Daylight Saving Time ended today. It will start again March 8, 2009.
3. The holiday season is now upon us as we begin this time of Thanksgiving; Thanksgiving is on the 27th this year. We do ourselves a great service when we intentionally give thanks to God for all that He has done regardless of the circumstances around us. Give thanks to God!
4. Continue in prayer for the election, for “blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.”

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, chemo
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Owen Frisby, health
• Carolyn’s Aunt Opal, cancer
• Ed Griffith, job and diabetes treatment
• Heidi, illness

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: Revelation 9-10
The Sixth Trumpet, the Angel and the Little Scroll
The loosing of the four angels results in an army of 200 million mounted troops. Although this number is not necessarily literal, there is no reason not to believe that the size of this army does not fit the modern army and population of Red China. The figure does display an overwhelming force that would strike fear into the heart of any world leader. John didn’t count what he saw; he was told the number.
Chapter 10 and 11 give additional background information to the judgments. This vision that begins here is continuous until 13:1. This interlude goes from Chapter 10 to 15 with the 7th Trumpet judgment included in 11:15-19.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Walking in Wisdom in Real Life – Ephesians 5:22-23
Marriage, 5:22-23; Parents and children, 6:14; Masters and servants, 6:5-9
Paul has taught us to be wise by being filled with the Spirit. We are now told to apply this teaching to real life in our everyday relationships. Being filled with the Spirit is not an exclusive experience to being in church; it is only by the filling of the Spirit that life can be lived in a wise and moral way. This is exhibited in our daily relationships between husband and wife, children and parents, and bosses and employees. In each of these three most common relationships in our lives the first partner is told to be submissive and humble (5:22; 6:1, 5). But the second one is to show humility by acting like Christ in care and concern for the first. Both parties can achieve this by being individually committed to the Lord.

TODAY’S WORSHIP

I Will Sing the Wondrous Story p. 508
At Calvary p. 338
Blessed Be the Name p. 103

Scripture Reading
As the deer pants for the water, so pants my soul after Thee, O God. My soul thirsts for the living God. Ho every one that thirsts, come ye to the waters, and he that has no money, come ye, buy and eat. Seek ye the Lord while He may be found, call ye upon Him while He is near.
Psalm 42:1-2; Is. 55:1, 6

As the Deer (see bulletin)

As the deer panteth for the water
So my soul longeth after Thee

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - October 26, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
October 26, 2008

Church Items

1. October Celebrations: Roy Heald, 1st; Bob and Bertie Mahan, 16th; Tim Chandler, 18th; Ralph Cox, 19th
2. We enjoyed having Ed and Abbie Potter in our services last Sunday. They are on their way back to Madeira now. Be sure to check out their blog which is linked to ours.
3. Our prayers are building for the coming election. Election Day is just around the corner, November 4th, 10 days away.
4. Daylight Saving time ends next weekend, November 2nd.
5. We have changed the direction of the seating to prepare for having a video projector and screen for use with our teaching and worship.
6. The screen is now up and working.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, chemo
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Owen Frisby, health
• Carolyn’s Aunt Opal, cancer
• Ed Griffith, job and diabetes treatment
• Heidi, illness

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: Revelation 8-9
The 7th Seal and the 7 Trumpets
One set of judgments leads to another. When the 7th seal is broken, there is complete silence in heaven. The silence indicates a very serious new beginning, not accompanied by thunders, trumpets or praise. The silence causes all the inhabitants of heaven to pay careful attention.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 5:15-21, Wisdom and Responsibility (The filling of the Spirit 5:15-18)
The entire section of “Walking in Wisdom” is from 5:15 to 6:9. “Wisdom and responsibility” is the subject of 5:15-21, with 5:15-18 emphasizing the filling of the Spirit. Starting in 5:22 to 6:9, wisdom and real life is taught in relationship to marriage (5:22-33); parents and children (6:1-4); and master and servants, 6:5-9. We are to walk in wisdom by living a responsible life that is precise in its carrying out of the will of God intelligently and wisely. What this life does not look like is drunkenness in its lack of control and restraint. This life is characterized by the filling of the Spirit in four expressions: communication with each other in music; singing to the Lord in personal relationship; giving thanks for all things to the Godhead; and submission to one another in humility.

TODAY’S WORSHIP

Scripture Reading
Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Ephesians 5:19-20

Brethren We Have Met to Worship p. 585

O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing p. 76

How Great Thou Art p. 4

Offering and Offertory

Message (link to sermon)

Then sings my soul,
My Savior, My God, to Thee
How Great You Are

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - October 19, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
October 19, 2008

Church Items

1. October Celebrations: Roy Heald, 1st; Bob and Bertie Mahan, 16th; Tim Chandler, 18th; Ralph Cox, 19th
2. Daylight Saving time ends on November 2nd this year.
3. We have changed the direction of the seating to prepare for having a video projector and screen for use with our teaching and worship. We are working on getting everything in place. The screen is now up and working.
4. Owen is pressing on in his illness. He appreciates your continued prayer.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, born premature
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, recuperation
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Marriage of Annie Motzkus
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Owen Frisby, health
• Carolyn’s Aunt Opal, cancer
• Ed Griffith, job and diabetes treatment
• Heidi, illness

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: 7:9-17, 8
The Multitude of Martyrs and the Seven Trumpet Judgments
"After these things" introduces a new vision. The apostle John saw a group different from the 144,000 Jews. The contrasts between the groups are:

1. This group is innumerable, not a definite number like 144,000.
2. This group is '"from every nation." Redeemed Jews are evidently included since the word "kindreds" is literally '"tribes."
3. They are described as wearing white "stoles" (not robes) and holding palms in their hands, depicting victory and joy.
4. The great host is also different to the 144,000 as they are shown as ascribing praises to God and to the Lamb for their salvation (vs. 10). Thus the second half of the chapter demonstrates that many will be saved and come to Christ in the Tribulation period.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ed Potter, Missionary
Today we will hear from Ed Potter, missionary to Madeira that we have supported for many years. Ed and Abbie started out as missionaries in Brazil (1972-75) and then Madeira (since 1976). The church, Funchal Baptist Church, has about 45 members, representing around 10 nationalities. Total attendance on Sunday is about 100. Abbie is an accomplished, self-taught pianist and directs the church choir's presentation of cantatas at Christmas and Easter. Ed has taught English for 15 years; is a free-lance translator; and is a US Consular Agent for Madeira (since 2001). Their four children and their families live in Colorado (2), Arkansas, and Florida. Ed and Abbie’s blog address is madeirabaptist. blogspot.com.

TODAY’S WORSHIP

I Will Serve Thee p. 446

Scripture Reading
Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

I Must Tell Jesus p. 430

Sweet Hour of Prayer p. 433

What a Friend p. 435

Offering and Offertory

Message (link to sermon)

What a friend we have in Jesus
All our sins and griefs to bare
Take it to the Lord in prayer
You will find a solace there

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - October 12, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
October 12, 2008

Church Items

1. October Celebrations: Roy Heald, 1st; Bob and Bertie Mahan, 16th; Tim Chandler, 18th; Ralph Cox, 19th
2. Daylight Saving time ends on November 2nd this year.
3. We have changed the direction of the seating to prepare for having a video projector and screen for use with our teaching and worship. We are working on getting everything in place.
4. Owen is still doing well at this time. He requests your continued prayer.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, born premature
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, recuperation
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Marriage of Annie Motzkus
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Owen Frisby, health
• Carolyn’s Aunt Opal, cancer
• Ed Griffith, job and diabetes treatment
• Heidi, illness

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation - Chapter 7: The 144,000 and Multitude of Martyrs
What is the purpose of these 144,000? Their purpose is to serve God throughout the Tribulation period and be witnesses for the Lord during this time. The multitude of martyrs now seen are those which came out of "great tribulation." This is literally translated "out of the tribulation, the great one." Christ spoke of this time in Matthew 24:21. It is appropriate to refer to this as a specific time period called "The Tribulation" based on this language. This multitude would represent all those martyred throughout the Tribulation period.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 5:1-14
Walking in Love: Walking in Light

• In the same way Christ loved us and gave Himself, we also are to give ourselves to a life of love
• Paul connects the idea of the sacrifice that Christ gave as the “sweet-smelling savor.” This refers to the “fragrant odor” of the Old Testament sacrifice when properly done and acceptable to God
• Once we were of the darkness, but now we are light “in the Lord”
• Now that we are in the Lord who is light we are now the light and are to live consistent with light
• Our very nature is now one of light; it is the presence of light within us in the indwelling Holy Spirit which makes it possible to live a life that reflects the light from within
• Without salvation, this would not be possible

TODAY’S WORSHIP

Scripture Reading
Now our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and God our Father, Who hath loved us, and has given us everlasting consolation and good hope through His grace, comfort your hearts and establish you in every good work. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
II Thess. 2:16-17; 5:28

Oh How I Love Jesus p. 529

More About Jesus p. 389

No, Not One p. 422

All Hail King Jesus (see bulletin)

Offering and Offertory

Message (link to sermon)

One man challenged another to an all-day wood chopping contest. The challenger worked very hard, stopping only for a brief lunch break. The other man had a leisurely lunch and took several breaks during the day. At the end of the day, the challenger was surprised and annoyed to find that the other fellow had chopped substantially more wood than he had.
"I don't get it," he said. "Every time I checked, you were taking a rest, yet you chopped more wood than I did."
"But you didn't notice," said the winning woodsman, "that I was sharpening my ax when I sat down to rest." Source Unknown

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - October 5, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
October 5, 2008

Church Items

1. October Celebrations: Roy Heald, 1st; Bob and Bertie Mahan, 16th; Tim Chandler, 18th; Ralph Cox, 19th
2. We have changed the direction of the seating to prepare for having a video projector and screen for use with our teaching and worship. We are working on getting everything in place but do not have a timeframe; materials are on order. We thank Richard Motzkus for running the electrical for the project and for the Campeau’s handling the technology.
3. Owen Frisby is under home hospice care at this time. He asks the church to continue to pray for him diligently. He thinks about us and is encouraged that we are still praying for him.
4. We congratulate Richard and Joann on the wedding of their daughter Annie last week.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, improving
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, treatment
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, born premature
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, surgery
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Marriage of Annie Motzkus
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Jackie, recuperation
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Kellie, co-worker of Greg, husband cancer
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Owen Frisby, health
• Carolyn’s Aunt Opal, cancer
• Ed Griffith, job and diabetes treatment

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: 6:9-11

In the fifth seal the scene shifts from earth to heaven and John sees a vision of those who will be martyred for their faith in Christ.

They are described as being under the altar, in keeping with the fact that the blood of the sacrifices of the Old Testament was poured out under the altar (Exodus 29: 12; Lev. 4:7). Who are these people? They cannot be martyrs of the Church Age; for they were raptured before the judgments of the tribulation began. They must be those martyred during the first months of the tribulation when the judgments of the first four seals were being poured out.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 4:25-32 Walking in Renewal
Paul now gives examples of how to live according to the renewal of the new man in Christ he discussed in 4:20-24. Five commands are given that have three sections for each one: a negative command, a positive command, and the reason for the positive command.

TODAY’S WORSHIP

Come Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy p. 334

Scripture Reading
And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will show to you today: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen today, ye shall see them again no more for ever. The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace
Exodus 14:13-14

The Battle Belongs to the Lord p. 485

Soon and Very Soon p. 551

Offertory
Message (link to sermon)

We sing glory, honor,
power and strength to the Lord

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - September 28, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
September 28, 2008

Church Items

1. September Celebrations: Johnie Jackson, 5th; Bob Mahan, 6th; Carlton Smith, 6th; Joann Motzkus, 6th; Jackie Jackson, 11th; Azden Neufeld, 21st; Leon Osban, 25th; Shaun Peterson, 28th
2. We celebrated the baptism of Linda Olsen and appreciate all staying and participating in the fellowship. We also thank those who helped with rearranging the auditorium.
3. We have changed the direction of the seating to prepare for having a video projector and screen for use with our teaching and worship. We are working on getting everything in place. We thank Richard Motzkus for running the electrical for the project.
4. I spoke to Owen Frisby this week and he is not doing well. He is under home hospice care. Be sure to lift up Owen in your prayers at this time.
5. We heard from Terry and Doris this week. Terry has been working recently but we hope to see them again before they head to Arizona. Carlton and Emma are in Texas helping to build their son Nathan’s new home.
6. We congratulate Richard and Joann on the wedding of their daughter Annie yesterday.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, improving
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, treatment
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, born premature
• Daughter in law of Joy, Shawna, cancer
• Lynn’s uncle Lowell, illness
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Marriage of Annie Motzkus
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Jackie, recuperation
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Kellie, co-worker of Greg, husband cancer
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Owen Frisby, health
• Carolyn’s Aunt Opal, cancer
• Ed Griffith, job and diabetes treatment

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: Chapter 6
The events of the tribulation period climaxed with the second phase of the second coming of Christ in chapter 19:11-16. The pre-millennial position portrays the events of these chapters as future, that is, "the things which shall be hereafter" (1: 19), and that the translation of the church has already taken place 0 The breaking of the seals as described in this lesson does not occur until the saints of God are gathered around the throne in glory as visualized in the introductory chapters 4-5.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 4:17-23. Walking in Renewal
Before we can live (“walk”) in renewal, we must have been renewed by Christ. Our unity was established by the Spirit of God, and then we were asked to show that unity in our living, to “walk.” Now we are asked to walk in the renewal of thinking and behavior that the presence of the Spirit of God has made possible. Given the environment in which the Ephesian Christians lived this was a tall order; however, their pagan society gave them good examples of what walking in renewal was not, so that they would know what a holy and renewed life actually was.

TODAY’S WORSHIP

Glory to His Name p. 527
Scripture Reading
For our citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ; who will transform our vile body into that which is fashioned like His glorious body, by the power that He has to subject everything to Himself. Phil. 3:20-21
That Will be Glory p. 539
Glorify Thy Name p. 29
Offertory
Message (link to sermon)

When by His grace I shall look on His face
That will be Glory for me

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - September 21, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
September 21, 2008

Church Items

1. September Celebrations: Johnie Jackson, 5th; Bob Mahan, 6th; Carlton Smith, 6th; Joann Motzkus, 6th; Jackie Jackson, 11th; Azden Neufeld, 21st; Leon Osban, 25th; Shaun Peterson, 28th
2. Today we will celebrate the baptism of Linda Olsen after the morning service. We will meet in the back after the service. We will then set up the auditorium and enjoy a potluck dinner. We thank the Campeau family in helping to set up the baptism and thank all that have brought food for this joyous occasion. We rejoice in Linda’s profession of faith and welcome her into the family of God with this observance of Christ’s command to go and make disciples, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
3. After the potluck we will rearrange the auditorium to align the pews to allow for the eventual installation of a digital screen and projector to help in our worship and teaching. We thank Johnie Jackson for donating the projector and Ron for handling the technical stuff.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, improving
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, treatment
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Friends of Joy grandchild, born premature
• Daughter in law of Joy Shawna, cancer
• Lynn, Christie and family moving to GA
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Marriage of Annie Motzkus
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Jackie, recuperation
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Kellie, co-worker of Greg, husband cancer
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Ben, recuperation from surgery

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: Chapter 5
The New Song ascribes worship to the one who is worthy to take the book and open the seals. This worthiness is based on His redemptive work of death on the cross providing salvation for all people of all tribes and tongues. These are the ones who can be "kings and priests" who will reign on the earth; that is, believers.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 4:7-16. Keeping the Unity: Ephesians Four divides into 3 sections: 4:1-6, Walking in Unity; 4:7-16, Keeping the Unity; and 4:17-32, Walking in Renewal. Gifts were given as a celebration of Christ’s victory over death and hell, and as a blessing to us because now all men can receive victory over death and hell. Since we now can have eternal life, Christ has given us gifts to use to glorify Him in this life. In addition, the gifts are used to speak the truth to all men so they can then turn to Christ and realize the gifts they have been given. They are an integral part of the plan of God to spread His gospel and kingdom in this age.

TODAY’S WORSHIP

Victory in Jesus p. 473
Our God Reigns p. 229
Scripture Reading
Thanks be to God which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. I Cor. 15:57-58
In Christ Alone (see bulletin)
Offertory
Message (link to sermon)

I heard an old, old story. How a Savior came from glory.
How He gave His life on Calvary to save a wretch like me.

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - September 7, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
September 7, 2008

Church Items

1. September Celebrations - Johnie Jackson, 5th; Bob Mahan, 6th; Carlton Smith, 6th; Joann Motzkus, 6th; Jackie Jackson, 11th; Leon Osban, 25th; Shaun Peterson, 28th
2. Maria mentioned that she would like to have some of the favorite recipes from our potlucks, so Ruth would like to gather recipes to send to her in Washington.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s recuperation
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, treatment
• Grandson of Joy, Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Lynn, Christie and family moving to GA
• Uncle of Ruth, Glenn Daugherty, health
• Ruth, traveling home
• Marriage of Annie Motzkus
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Jackie, recuperation
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Kellie, co-worker of Greg, husband cancer
• Cox family, continued strength
• Maria, finding a church in WA
• Ben, recuperation from surgery

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: Chapter 4-5
4:10-11 The four and twenty elders fall down before him that sat on the throne, and worship him that liveth for ever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne, saying, Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.
The Book of Revelation contains 14 expressions of praise called “Doxologies.” The references for these doxologies are: 4:8; 4:11; 5:9-10; 5:12; 5:13; 7;10; 7:12; 11:16-18; 15:3-4; 16:5-6; 16:7; 19:1-3; 19:4; and 19:6-8. A "doxology" is an expression of praise to God; Gk. "doxos," "glory,", "logos," "study" or "word." It is a study of the glory of God.
God the Father receives the praise here for His creating and sustaining power over the universe. The four living creatures and the 24 elders combine in this praise. The elders cast their crowns at the feet of the Father, symbolizing that all rewards the saints will receive in heaven will be given back to the glory of the Father. He is the Sovereign One, with the right and the ability to bring to pass all the events to be revealed.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 3:14-21
Paul’s Prayer – To know that which is beyond knowing
After declaring his purpose in ministry that was aligned with the eternal purpose of God in bringing Jew and Gentile together in the church, Paul now prays for them to be one not only in the plan of God but in their actual experiences together. In order to live together they needed to know as much as possible of the love of Christ which is truly beyond human comprehension except through the internal working of the Holy Spirit.
That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fullness of God.

TODAY’S WORSHIP
We offer our sacrifice of praise

Standing on the Promises p. 271

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms p. 354

Scripture Reading
The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is full of majesty. Honor and majesty are before Him: strength and beauty are in His sanctuary. Ps. 29:4; 96:6

Majesty p. 74

I Stand in Awe of You (see bulletin)

Offering
Message (link to sermon)

Unto Jesus be all glory, honor, and praise.

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - August 31, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
August 31, 2008

Church Items

1. August Birthdays – Lots of celebrations in August: Carol Campeau, 1st; Terry Tucker, 3rd; Bertie Mahan, 3rd; Stephanie Heald, 5th; Bethanne Tucker, 13th; Jana Motzkus, 17th; A J Olsen, 24th; Stacey Heald, 26th; Martha Osban, 28th; Greg Chandler, 29th
2. Maria mentioned that she would like to have some of the favorite recipes from our potlucks, so Ruth is gathering recipes to send to her.
3. Greg and Ruth are gone to Missouri this Sunday. Ruth is traveling on to Arkansas to share her Dad's birthday. Greg will be back next Sunday.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s recuperation
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, chemo treatment
• Grandson of Joy Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers – praise for job in CA
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Kellie, co-worker of Greg, husband cancer
• Cox family – strength in their loss
• Christie and family
• Maria – finding a church in WA
• Ben – recuperation from surgery
• Greg and Ruth travel
• Darrel & Carolyn travel

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
Fellowship

Alas and Did My Savior Bleed, and Did My Sovereign Die

Today’s Sermon
The Book of Isaiah - The Life of Jesus
The book of Isaiah prophesies about the life of Jesus.

1. Birth - 7:14, 9:6
2. Family - 11:1
3. Anointing - 11:2
4. Character - 11:3-4
5. Simplicity of Life - 7:15
6. Gentleness - 42:1-4
7. Death - 53
• Despised and Rejected - 53:3
• Wounded - 53:5
• Bruised - 53:5
• Lamb to Slaughter - 53:7
8. Resurrection - 25:8
9. Glorious Reign - 11:10, 32:1

WORSHIP SERVICE
God Sent His Son, They Called Him Jesus

At the Cross p. 188
Because He Lives p. 213
Amazing Grace p. 202

Offering
Message by Darrel Griffith(link to sermon)

Amazing Grace! How Sweet the Sound

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - August 24, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
August 24, 2008

The Freedom Baptist Church is an unaffiliated, independent Baptist church located in Colorado Springs, CO. The church’s pastor is Greg A. Chandler, a 1978 graduate of the Independent Baptist College in Dallas, TX (school now located in Fort Worth). Greg is a bi-vocational pastor who works full-time at another job while administering the church. The church is primarily Baptist in doctrine and practice but independent in its function. We belong to no group or association of churches under any name. We enjoy fellowship with like-minded believers as we meet them in our community and around the world. The purpose of this church is to meet together to honor and glorify God in fulfilling its Biblical mission of: worshiping God in Spirit and in truth; encouraging one another in genuine fellowship; teaching the Scriptures in depth; and sharing the gospel with people that the members of the church come in contact. We seek to fulfill our purpose with grace, relevance, and authenticity in full adherence to the principles of the Word of God. Small churches can have an impact on the community and the world by living authentically in agreement with the infallible Word of God. It is our prayer that if the Lord directs your spiritual journey to come into contact with us that you will come to know the Lord in a deeper way because the Freedom Baptist Church was there. At the very least, we hope to do you no harm in your journey. Pastor Greg Chandler

Church Items

1. August Birthdays – Lots of celebrations in August - Carol Campeau, 1st; Terry Tucker, 3rd; Bertie Mahan, 3rd; Stephanie Heald, 5th; Bethanne Tucker, 13th; Jana Motzkus, 17th; A J Olsen, 24th; Stacey Heald, 26th; Martha Osban, 28th; Greg Chandler, 29th
2. Maria mentioned that she would like to have some of the favorite recipes from our potlucks, so Ruth would like to gather recipes to send to her in Washington.
3. Greg and Ruth are planning to be gone next Sunday, Labor Day weekend, to Missouri. Ruth will then travel on to Arkansas to be with her Dad on his birthday. Greg will be back for the following Sunday.
4. We received word from Mike and Debbie Rogers that they have a new job in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, which is in the San Diego area.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s recuperation
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, chemo treatment
• Grandson of Joy Matthew, job
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers – praise for job in CA
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Kellie, co-worker of Greg, husband cancer
• Cox family – strength in their loss
• Christie and family
• Maria – finding a church in WA
• Ben – recuperation from surgery

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Revelation: beginning in Chapter 4

4:1 After this I looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven: and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, Come up hither, and I will show thee things which must be hereafter.

The messages to the Seven Churches changes dramatically. This change is connected to the messages to the churches in that the churches can look forward to the trumpet call of the Lord to declare that the church age will one day come to an end and the Lord will call them to “come up here.” From “the things which are,” the Lord now reveals to John “the things which must be hereafter.”
The church exists today to prepare itself for the future. What the church does today will be what the church will do for eternity before the Lord: worship Him. The church has no higher call than to worship as this chapter will declare.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 3:1-13
The Mystery and the Ministry
To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God; According to the eternal purpose which he purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord: In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.

WORSHIP SERVICE
Karaoke Worship

Fill My Cup, Lord p. 398

Scripture Reading
That I may know Him, and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed unto His death; Not as though I had already attained it, or were already perfect; but this one thing I do: forgetting what is behind and reaching forward to what is ahead, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Phil. 3:10, 13-14

Higher Ground p. 399
It Is Well with My Soul p. 493

Offering
Message (link to sermon)

Lord, plant my feet on higher ground

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - August 17, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH August 17, 2008
Church Items

1. August Birthdays – Lots of celebrations in August - Carol Campeau, 1st; Terry Tucker, 3rd; Bertie Mahan, 3rd; Stephanie Heald, 5th; Bethanne Tucker, 13th; Jana Motzkus, 17th; A J Olsen, 24th; Stacey Heald, 26th; Martha Osban, 28th; Greg Chandler, 29th
2. Maria mentioned that she would like to have some of the favorite recipes from our potlucks, so Ruth would like to gather recipes to send to her in Washington.
3. Greg and Ruth are planning to be gone over Labor Day weekend to Missouri. Ruth will then travel on to Arkansas to be with her Dad on his birthday.
4. We received word from Mike and Debbie Rogers that they have a new job in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, which is in the San Diego area.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Joy daughter in law Shawna, surgery
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s illness
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, chemo treatment
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, premature birth
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers – praise for job in CA
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Kellie, co-worker of Greg, husband cancer
• Cox family – strength in their loss
• Christie and family
• Maria – finding a church in WA
• Ben – recuperation from surgery

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Directions for Contending: vs. 17-25
Vs. 24-25 Benediction

• This will be the last lesson on Jude. We will begin a study of Revelation chapters 4 to 22 next Sunday
• This famous passage is to inspire us to maintain our loyalty in the Lord for whom we contend. We will stand with great joy before the Lord because we kept the faith and He kept us.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 2: 11-22
God’s Workmanship for All
“You are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and God’s household.”

WORSHIP SERVICE
Karaoke Worship

Immortal, Invisible p. 25

Scripture Reading
For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, has shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. II Cor. 4:6

Chorus: Shine, Jesus, Shine (see bulletin)

I Will Sing the Wondrous Story p. 508

Offering and Message (link to sermon)

Contending Earnestly for the Faith

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - August 10, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
August 10, 2008

Today we will be supporting Ralph Cox and his entire family with a potluck dinner following the service. We will move the pews out of the auditorium and have dinner together for the family.
The Memorial Service for Bertha Cox will be this afternoon at 2:30pm at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 846 E Pikes Peak Ave, Pikes Peak and Institute. Please stay for dinner today and give your support to Ralph and his family.

Red Rocks Canyon - Colorado Springs

Church Items

1. August Birthdays – Lots of celebrations in August - Carol Campeau, 1st; Terry Tucker, 3rd; Bertie Mahan, 3rd; Stephanie Heald, 5th; Bethanne Tucker, 13th; Jana Motzkus, 17th; A J Olsen, 24th; Stacey Heald, 26th; Martha Osban, 28th; Greg Chandler, 29th
2. Maria mentioned that she would like to have some of the favorite recipes from our potlucks, so Ruth would like to gather receipts to send to her in Washington.
3. Greg and Ruth are planning to be gone over Labor Day weekend to Missouri. Ruth will then travel on to Arkansas to be with her Dad on his birthday.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Joy daughter in law Shawna, surgery
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s illness
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, chemo treatment
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, premature birth
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Greg co-worker Kellie, husband cancer
• Cox family in passing of Bertha
• Christie and family
• Maria – finding a church in WA
• Ben – recuperation from surgery

The Sarah Corner – “And Sarah laughed”
An Exciting Dinner: The small girl had recently received a new watch and some perfume, which she was very excited about. Their family asked the pastor over for dinner. The girl wanted so badly to tell the pastor about her new gifts, but her mother insisted she wait until after dinner and not interrupt at meal time. Not able to contain her excitement, and not wanting to disobey, the little girl leaned over to the pastor during dinner and whispered, "If you hear a little noise and smell something, it's me!"

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Directions for Contending: vs. 17-25
Vs. 20-23 Out of the Fire
A better understanding of the words used in these verses is: “On the one hand, bring some to a confession by convicting them when they differ with you. Save them, snatching them out of the fire. On the other hand, show mercy to others but with the fear of being defiled by them in their apostasy, hating the apostasy that has defiled them and may defile you if you are not respectful and in fear of it.”

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 2:8-10 Children of Grace
There is something that disturbs God even under His grace, and that is boasting in self while being completely dependent on His kindness. Our boasting, confidence and sufficiency is based completely on our glorying in Christ for what He has done for us. There are two groups – children of wrath and children of grace. All people are or once were children of wrath. Only the saved are children of grace. Therefore we have compassion and courteous concern for those who are what we once were. We understand their condition and appreciate their potential under His grace.

WORSHIP SERVICE
Worship with pre-recorded songs

Tis So Sweet p. 350
Step by Step - Chorus

Scripture Reading
"But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through His name. These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life."
John 20:31; I John 5:13

His Name is Wonderful p. 101
Something About That Name p. 102

Offering and Message (link to sermon)

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - August 3, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
August 3, 2008

Church Items

1. August Birthdays and Anniversaries – Lots of celebrations in August: Carol Campeau, 1st; Terry Tucker, 3rd; Bertie Mahan, 3rd; Stephanie Heald, 5th; Bethanne Tucker, 13th; Jana Motzkus, 17th; A J Olsen, 24th; Stacey Heald, 26th; Martha Osban, 28th; Greg Chandler, 29th; Terry and Doris Tucker, 2nd
2. Maria mentioned that she would like to have some of the favorite recipes from our potlucks, so Ruth would like to gather receipts to send to her in Washington.
3. Greg and Ruth are planning to be gone over Labor Day weekend to Missouri. Ruth will then travel on to Arkansas to be with her Dad on his birthday.

Our hearts are heavy today with the homecoming of Bertha Cox yesterday. She had been doing well but the pain became too much for her and the Lord took her home. Please be in prayer for Ralph, Nancy, David, and the entire family at this time of their bereavement. We will let everyone know about the memorial service for her when the information is available.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Joy daughter in law Shawna, surgery
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s illness
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, chemo treatment
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, premature birth
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Amber, related to Tucker’s AK, medical
• Greg co-worker Kellie, husband cancer
• Bob and Bertie, Traveling to Houston
• Lynn's daughter Christie’s family, unspoken
• Ben, foot surgery
• Maria, finding a church
• Cox family in passing of Bertha

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Directions for Contending: vs. 17-25
Vs. 20-21, Build Yourselves Up, “Build” refers to being edified, built up in spirit and made stronger. This is the result of knowing the Word of God which is “the faith,” in this passage our “most holy faith.” The Scriptures are to be studied and applied as the path to personal holiness and personal growth.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 2
“But God” is the Difference - This chapter answers questions for the saved Jews and Gentiles in Ephesus regarding their unity in the church. Paul used the means of salvation, grace, to teach them of their coming together. The reason why people of all walks of life regardless of background or ethnic group can come together in the church is that we all are the same: sinners saved by grace. The fact of grace makes us all equal. Verses 2:1-7 are all one long sentence from Paul.

WORSHIP SERVICE

I Sing the Mighty Power p. 59

Scripture Reading
Being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: He that spared not his own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? Freely ye have received, freely give. Rom. 3:24; 8:32; Matthew 10:8b

Freely, Freely p. 447

He Touched Me p. 504

Offering and Message (link to sermon)

Something happened and now I know
He touched me
And made me whole

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - July 27, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
July 27, 2008

Church Items

1. July birthdays: Leslie Peterson, 30th
2. August Birthdays and Anniversaries – Lots of celebrations in August
3. Carol Campeau, 1st; Terry Tucker, 3rd; Bertie Mahan, 3rd; Stephanie Heald, 5th; Bethanne Tucker, 13th; Jana Motzkus, 17th; A J Olsen, 24th; Stacey Heald, 26th; Martha Osban, 28th; Greg Chandler, 29th
4. Terry and Doris Tucker, 2nd
5. We need a church cleaning family volunteer for August.
6. Our thanks for your gracious reception of Gideon Randy Lloyd last week. We had a good offering for Bibles.
7. Greg and Ruth are planning to be gone over Labor Day weekend.
   

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Joy daughter in law Shawna, surgery
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s illness
• Joy’s caretaker friend Linda, chemo treatment
• Friends of Joy, grandchild, premature birth
• Joy’s uncle, illness
• Bertha, strength
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Jocelyn, child of friend’s of Jennifer in AK, injured
• Greg co-worker Kellie, husband cancer

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Directions for Contending: vs. 17-25, Remember Your Instructions; vs. 17-19
Jude advises them to remember the teachings of the apostles regarding those who would mock the truth. Paul did this in major portions of his writings. Peter had said the same thing in II Peter 3:3. When a teacher starts to make light of the teachings on the return of Christ an alarm ought to go off.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 1:15-23, Paul’s Prayer for Us
Verses 15-23 are all one sentence. The ideas flow together in one outburst of love and concern, not just for the Ephesian church, but for all believers of all time. We are contained in this prayer. The blessings Paul prays are ours already and can be realized more fully through knowing God as personally and intimately as possible. This prayer reveals how well Paul knew God and God new Paul.

WORSHIP SERVICE

Karaoke worship

Fairest Lord Jesus p. 88
Scripture Reading
I will praise Thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify Thy name for evermore. Father, glorify Thy name. Then there came a voice from heaven, saying, I have both glorified it, and will glorify it again. That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Psalm 86:12; John 12:28; Romans 15:6
We Will Glorify p. 472
O How He Loves You and Me p. 513
Offering and Message (link to sermon)

He gave His life, what more could He give
Oh How He loves You and Me

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - July 20, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
July 20, 2008

Church Items

1. July birthdays: Darrel Griffith, 13th; Leslie Peterson, 30th
2. Anniversaries: Ron and Carol, 19th
3. We will hear from a member of the Gideon’s this morning during the worship service.
4. Ralph, Bertha, Dave, Nancy and Leslie are on a trip to Kentucky for a family reunion. They will be returning this week.
5. The Campeau’s are traveling to Washington this week. Maria will be staying in Washington to go to school.
6. We had a great time of fellowship last Sunday night. We thank all those that came and enjoyed.
7. We need a church cleaning family volunteer for August.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation; traveling, returning 20th
• Joy daughter in law Shawna, surgery
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s illness
• Joy’s caretaker friend, cancer surgery
• Bertha, recovery
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Joy grandson illness, 7 yrs old
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Doris, recuperation
• Jim and Aundie Woolard, friends of Greg and Ruth
• Greg co-worker Kellie, husband cancer
• Campeau’s, traveling

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Denouncement of the False Teachers vs. 14-16
The false teachers use complaining, criticism, ridicule, lust and desire, arrogance, manipulation and flattery to get their way
14-15: And Enoch also, the seventh from Adam, prophesied of these, saying, Behold, the Lord cometh with ten thousands of his saints, To execute judgment upon all, and to convince all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him.

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 1

WORSHIP SERVICE
Karaoke worship

Day After Day – Chorus
Scripture Reading
Psalm 34:15; 119:18; 123:1
The eyes of the LORD are toward the righteous, and His ears are open to their cry. Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things from Thy law. Unto Thee do I lift up my eyes, O Thou that dwellest in the heavens.
Be Thou My Vision p. 382
Open Our Eyes Lord p. 383
Turn Your Eyes p. 335
Offering
Message (link to sermon)

The Truth Shall Set You Free

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - July 13, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
July 13, 2008

Church Items

1. July birthdays: Darrel Griffith, 13th; Leslie Peterson, 30th
2. Anniversaries: Ron and Carol, 19th
3. The Campeau’s will be traveling to Estes Park and WA beginning July 14. We will have a fellowship tonight July 13th as a send-off for Maria. She will be staying in Washington to go to college. The fellowship will be at Greg and Ruth’s at 5:30pm. The primary food is ice cream, homemade or store-bought. We are going to have the deep fryers there and the grill will be on. We will deep fry fish, hush puppies, corn dogs and onion rings. If you want something deep-fried bring your own fattening fried item (pumpkin pie, cupcakes, candy bars, possum, whatever) and your own batter if you have a recipe. If not it will be battered with the fish and the onions. If you want something grilled we will burn it for you. Bring lawn chairs if you have one or two. We will finalize the details this morning.
4. Our thanks to all those that worked last Tuesday in our church workday. We appreciate all you did.
5. We will have a representative from the Gideons next Sunday July 20th during the morning worship service.
6. We need church cleaning family volunteers for this month and next.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation; traveling, returning 20th
• Joy daughter in law Shawna, surgery
• Friends of Joy, Rose and Ray, son’s illness
• Joy’s caretaker friend, cancer surgery
• Bertha, recovery
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Joy grandson illness, 7 yrs old
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Doris, recuperation
• Jim and Aundie Woolard, friends of Greg and Ruth
• Greg co-worker Kellie, husband cancer
• Campeau’s, traveling

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Verses 10-13: Apostates are nothing new
Jude gives three illustrations of empty religion by using 3 Old Testament examples. “Core” is the Greek spelling of the Hebrew “Korah.”
The way of Cain – Cain offers the fruit of man’s work (Genesis 4:3-8) in order to gain acceptance with God rather than the way of God in sacrifice.
The error of Balaam refers to the teacher of God whose allegiance could be bought, with a compelling and consuming desire to gain some part of the world at any cost (Numbers 31:16).
The rebellion of Korah presumed that the people had no need for Moses and Aaron, and rebelled against any authority God laid out. He stated they were worthwhile enough to do all of it their way, even in the name of God (Numbers 16:1-3, 31-35). In declaring that they had no need for Moses or Aaron they were saying they had no need for God’s way of doing things. Korah and his followers were met with destruction.

Today’s Sermon
Ephesians 1:10-14
To Praise of His Glory
God’s eternal purpose is driven by His love for us as revealed in Ephesians One. To know God’s love is to know His character, and to know Him closely will reveal His character in us. He saved us not only for our sake but for His glory. His plan of salvation is so glorious that it reveals His glory and glorifies Him in us. All parts of His plan glorify Him and is also best for us.
There is something great going on within us. Life for believers is more than a series of actions that yield an opposite reaction: either a mistake that yields negative consequences or an action that yields good things. For us there is freedom and responsibility to make the right decisions, working together with the plan and purpose of God. However, there is something more going on. There are still consequences to our actions, but there is grace to make these things excel for good. There are still blessings that come from responsible decisions, but those blessings are always more than what we deserve by God’s grace. There are also blessings that come simply by being God’s child that comes by no action of our own. Now, which would you rather be, lost and a prisoner to your talents and abilities, or saved and have the power of God working above and beyond your own abilities.

WORSHIP SERVICE

Karaoke worship

Scripture Reading
Psalm 57:5, 7, 9-10
Be Thou exalted, O God, above the heavens; let Thy glory be above all the earth. My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise. I will praise Thee, O Lord, among the people: I will sing unto Thee among the nations. For Thy mercy is great unto the heavens, and Thy truth unto the clouds.
Be Exalted p. 5
Let’s Just Praise the Lord p. 107
Heaven Came Down p. 495
In My Life Lord
Offering and Message (link to sermon)

The Truth Shall Set You Free

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - July 6, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
July 6, 2008

Church Items

1. July birthdays: Darrel Griffith, 13th; Leslie Peterson, 30th
2. Anniversaries: Ron and Carol, 19th
3. The Campeau’s will be traveling to Estes Park and WA beginning July 14. We will have a fellowship next Sunday night July 13th as a send-off for Maria. She will be staying in Washington to go to college.
4. We would like to have a weekday work day to clean curtains and other items that are needed. The workday will be this coming Tuesday July 8th in the AM. A list is available for the projects that need to be done.
5. We will have a representative from the Gideons on July 20th during the morning worship service.
6. We have a new letter from Ed Potter on the bulletin board in the hallway. He emailed us about a recent trip to Ireland. You can see Ed and Abbie’s blog at madeirabaptist.blogspot.com.
7. We need church cleaning family volunteers for this month and next.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Bertha, recovery
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job
• Lisa, recuperation from surgery
• Roy, recuperation from surgery
• Joy grandson illness, 7 yrs old
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Doris, recuperation
• Friends of Joy, cancer and chemo
• Praise for Linda Harris, recuperation from surgery
• Praise for neighbor of Joy, Daniel, recuperation
• Jim and Aundie Woolard, friends of Greg and Ruth
• Greg co-worker Kellie, husband cancer
• Ruth’s sister Mary, recuperation
• Those traveling this weekend

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Verses 10-13: Apostates are nothing new
Verse 10: In contrast to Michael, the false teachers engaged in verbal revilings of things they did not understand. They only understood their own instincts, feelings, and animal desires. The Gnostics were so corrupt that they were not able to understand higher and spiritual things, becoming weak and ignorant in their understanding (which was the opposite of what they thought they were). Those who thought they were so spiritual in their use of angelic beings in their religious experience actually denigrated them.

Today’s Sermon
Mike Rogers is speaking for us today; we are glad he and Debbie are able to be with us

WORSHIP SERVICE

Lisa did have her surgery this week so we will be worshipping to karaoke during her recuperation
Amazing Grace p. 202
Scripture Reading
Psalm 102:16-17, 19, 20-21
When the LORD shall build up Zion, He shall appear in His glory. He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer. For He hath looked down from the height of His sanctuary; from heaven did the LORD behold the earth; To hear the groaning of the prisoner; to loose those that are appointed to death; To declare the name of the LORD in Zion, and His praise in Jerusalem.
We’re Marching to Zion p. 555
Above All-Chorus (see bulletin)
In My Life Lord p. 394
Offering and Message (link to sermon)

The Truth Shall Set You Free

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - June 29, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
June 29, 2008

Church Items

1. June birthdays: Kathie Craig, 25th; Hubert Hargrove, 27th; Jennifer Tucker, 29th
2. June Anniversaries: Roy and Lisa 7th; Eddie and Linda, 22nd; Dennis and Kathi, 26th
3. July birthdays: Darrel Griffith, 13th; Leslie Peterson, 30th
4. July Anniversaries: Ron and Carol, 19th
5. The Campeau’s will be traveling to Estes Park and WA beginning July 14. We will have an ice cream fellowship Sunday night July 13th as Maria will be staying in WA to go to college.
6. We would like to have a women’s work day soon to clean curtains and other items that are needed. More info to follow.
7. We hope to host a representative from the Gideons on July 20th. If there is any problem with this date let Greg know.
8. We have a new letter from Ed Potter on the bulletin board in the hallway. He emailed us about a recent trip to Ireland. You can see Ed and Abbie’s blog at madeirabaptist.blogspot.com.
9. We need church cleaning for July and August.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Bertha, recovery
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job and health
• Lisa, upcoming surgery
• Joy grandson illness, 7 yrs old
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates-their future plans
• Doris, recuperation
• Friends of Joy, cancer and chemo
• Praise for Linda Harris, recuperation from surgery
• Praise for neighbor of Joy, Daniel, recuperation
• Jim and Aundie Woolard, friends of Greg and Ruth
• Greg co-worker Kellie, husband cancer

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Verses 9-13: Apostates of the Past. "Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core." (Jude 11)

Today’s Sermon
When Kings Will Worship the King of Kings - Daniel 4
The kingdoms of this world will be brought into subjection to Jesus Christ by God. “Every knee shall bow” is not a poem; it is a promise.
There is no reason to engage in hand-wringing over the current state of affairs; they are serious enough to pray for and certainly we should vote, but things are not so serious that we cannot be at peace.
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WORSHIP SERVICE

God of our Fathers p. 573
Scripture Reading
Psalm 90:1-2
Lord, Thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever Thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God.
Battle Hymn of the Republic p. 569
My Country, Tis of Thee p. 571
America the Beautiful p. 572
All Hail King Jesus (see bulletin)
Offering and Offertory
Message (link to sermon)

The Truth Shall Set You Free

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH - June 22, 2008

FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH
June 22, 2008

The Freedom Baptist Church is an unaffiliated, independent Baptist church located in Colorado Springs, CO. The church’s pastor is Greg A. Chandler, a 1978 graduate of the Independent Baptist College in Dallas, TX (school now located in Fort Worth). Greg is a bi-vocational pastor who works full-time at another job while administering the church.

The church is primarily Baptist in doctrine and practice but independent in its function. We belong to no group or association of churches under any name. We enjoy fellowship with like-minded believers as we meet them in our community and around the world.

The purpose of this church is to meet together to honor and glorify God in fulfilling its Biblical mission of: worshiping God in Spirit and in truth; encouraging one another in genuine fellowship; teaching the Scriptures in depth; and sharing the gospel with people that the members of the church come in contact. We seek to fulfill our purpose with grace, relevance, and authenticity in full adherence to the principles of the Word of God.

Small churches can have an impact on the community and the world by living authentically in agreement with the infallible Word of God. It is our prayer that if the Lord directs your spiritual journey to come into contact with us that you will come to know the Lord in a deeper way because the Freedom Baptist Church was there. At the very least, we hope to do you no harm in your journey. Pastor Greg Chandler

Church Items

1. June birthdays: Kathie Craig, 25th; Hubert Hargrove, 27th; Jennifer Tucker, 29th / June Anniversaries: Roy and Lisa 7th; Eddie and Linda, 22nd; Dennis and Kathi, 26th
2. We are rotating the food items we keep on hand for any needy that come by and need help. Please take the foods that will soon expire if you need them, and bring new items.
3. Greg and Ruth had a visit from the Woolard’s from Dallas this past week. They recently lost their son Ben to cancer. It was good to see them and they thank the church for your prayers.
4. We would like to have a women’s work day soon to clean curtains and other items that are needed. More info to follow.
5. Doris is home from the hospital and is grateful for your prayers and our card.
6. We hope to host a representative from the Gideons on July 20th. If there is any problem with this date let Greg know.
7. We have a new letter from Ed Potter on the bulletin board in the hallway. He emailed us about a recent trip to Ireland. You can see Ed and Abbie’s blog at madeirabaptist.blogspot.com.

Prayer Requests for 2008

• Joy, health and recuperation
• Bertha, recovery
• Lynn, grandson
• Mike and Debbie Rogers, job and health
• Lisa, upcoming surgery
• Joy grandson illness, 7 yrs old
• Larry, extended friend of Campeau’s, illness
• Our recent graduates
• Lynn son-in-law Dennis, surgery
• Doris, recuperation
• Friend of Joy, Linda Harris, illness
• Neighbor of Joy, Daniel, stabbing
• Jim and Aundie Woolard, friends of Greg and Ruth

Today’s Sunday School Lesson
The Book of Jude: Contending Earnestly for the Faith
Apostates of the Present – Verses 8-10
Likewise also these filthy dreamers defile the flesh, despise dominion, and speak evil of dignities. He refers now to “filthy dreamers,” returning to the apostates within the church from the apostates of the past. These were “vile” dreamers of the Gnostic faith who used visions and dreams as a way of stating that they were directed by angelic beings (Col. 2:18). The Gnostic false teachers were described by Jude as polluters of their bodies like those in Sodom and Gomorrah. The Gnostic teaching on the separation of body and soul led them to extremely wicked acts in their bodies, and Jude compares them accurately to the Sodomites.

Today’s Sermon
Get Wisdom – Getting Through the Storm
Proverbs 4:18-27 and Luke 6:45-49
The wise advice of a father can guide our lives with sureness and stability. Wisdom is the way of light, but it requires an intense focus. Wisdom is a lady that is worth pursuing and will result in honor and exaltation for us. Wisdom will not betray us. The examples provided at the end of Proverbs 4 and in one of the sermons of Jesus provide further reinforcement to our pursuit of wisdom. Go get it!

WORSHIP SERVICE

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee p. 1
Scripture Reading
Psalm 150
Praise ye the LORD. Praise God in His sanctuary: praise Him in the firmament of His power.
Praise Him for His mighty acts: praise Him according to His excellent greatness.
Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet: praise Him with the psaltery and harp.
Praise Him with the timbrel and dance: praise Him with stringed instruments and organs.
Praise Him upon the loud cymbals: praise Him upon the high sounding cymbals.
Let every thing that hath breath praise the LORD. Praise ye the LORD.
Praise the Name of Jesus p. 93
His Name is Master p. 114
In His Time p. 465
Offering and Offertory
Message (link to sermon)

The Truth Shall Set You Free