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.