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SEPTEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER

THE
BUILDER
October 2024

NEXT MEETING October 28, 2024
Fellowship Meal 7 p.m. (EDT)
8 p.m. (EDT) Worship Service
Glenview Christian Church
1403 Glenview Drive
Glasgow, KY

Our Speaker: Adam Hale, Senior Minister
Glendale Christian Church

THANKS
Thanks to First Christian Burkesville for hosting our September meeting. There were 77 men present from 19 congregations.

REMAINING 2024 SCHEDULE
November 25—Jamestown Christian

LOOKING TO 2025 MEETINGS
January 27—Glendale Christian Church
February 24—Columbia Christian Church
If your congregation has a favorite month to host MFC meetings, this is an excellent time to let our Secretary, Mike Vaught know. He can be reached at mcv1788@gmail.com.

APPRECIATION
Men for Christ schedules 11 meetings per year. None of these would be possible without the generous cooperation of our host congregations and especially the ladies and gentlemen who prepare our meals. Be sure to express your appreciation.

PRAISE REPORTS
Bro. Jeremy Willis and Journey Christian in Shepherdsville are celebrating their 14th year.
Bro. John Parkey and Church of the Crossroads in Mount Washington are celebrating their 7th year.
Bro. Rob Harlamert and Andrew Dawson at Elevate Christian Church in Lexington are celebrating their 3rd year.

AN OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE
As editor of The Builder for the past 18 years, it is now time for someone else to assume the duties of writing/compiling the content of the monthly newsletter and consulting with the publisher for distribution. If interested in serving in this capacity, please email me at cwyoung@bbtel.com or text at 270-766-9655. –Charles Young, Editor

JOHN DAVIS’ NEW BOOK
Columbia Christian’s Senior Minister, John Davis’s new book, “Mercy Not Sacrifice: Discovering God’s Priorities and Ordering Our Own,” is now available on Amazon.

OUR CHRISTIAN RESPONSIBILITIES
To GROW in knowledge and the love of our Lord and His Church; to make His mission ours.
To WORK sharing time and efforts with Him through the Church; to be faithful witnesses always to His love.
To GIVE freely of time, talents, money; to lift up the mission of the Church.

OUR THREE STAGES OF LIFE
1—Wanting Stuff!
2—Accumulating Stuff!
3—Getting Rid of Stuff!

QUOTABLE QUOTES
“Even liars tell the truth when it serves them best.”
“Champions don’t become champions in the ring; they are merely recognized there.”
“When church becomes optional for parents, it will become unnecessary for children. Some parents and grandparents need to get as excited about church as they do sports!”
“Too many of our folks are still in the book of Numbers instead of the book of Acts. Some spend more time counting the sheep than they do feeding the sheep.”
“Many seats at church which were vacated during COVID are still empty.”
“The only sin Jesus ever had was ours, and the only righteousness we can ever have is His.” (A.W. Tozer)

MEN FOR CHRIST MISSION
To Promote Christian Fellowship and the Strengthening and Establishment of Churches After the New Testament Pattern

MY VIEW ON PRIORITIES
Everyone has priorities in life. Some are the result of thoughtful choices but many priorities seem to be the result of routines we develop. Organizations, including churches and related groups, also have priorities influenced by established rules and/or their governing bodies. Men for Christ’s major purposes (priorities) as stated in the bylaws are “to establish new congregations” and “to provide temporary assistance to older established churches having financial difficulties.”

Circumstances in the past 40+ years have dictated the priorities of Men for Christ’s purpose of establishing new congregations.
It is obvious with the current level of general funds being generated and the increased building costs required that MFC will not be planting a new work unless it is a joint effort. Our past joint efforts with Journey (2010), Crossroads (2017), and recently with Elevate (2021) seem to be the proper path for establishing new works. History reflects much greater success with our goal of providing assistance to established churches.

ADDITIONAL PRIORITIES
One may frequently hear comments about ministers and their lack of participation in Men for Christ meetings. These men also have priorities. After their families, their primary obligations are to lead and minister to their own congregations and communities.

In MFC we are often reminded that we need to involve “younger men.” Although a worthy goal, it must be noted that many of these “younger” men have family priorities, especially with young children.

After discussion of Ministers and Younger Men it leaves Middle Aged and Older men. If you fit in one of these later categories, you also have priorities. You make a choice to attend MFC meetings. A few of you choose to do more by serving as an officer and these duties then become a priority—at least until a Minister, Younger Man, Middle Aged Man or Older Man is willing to assume the duties!
—Charles Young

NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Ralph Gibson, Adam Hale, and J. R. Donahue are serving as the Nominating Committee to select officer candidates for next year. If asked to serve, please give it prayerful consideration.

UNCHURCHED AMERICANS
Despite openness to religious conversations and relationships with Christians, few unchurched Americans have ever had someone explain exactly how to become a Christian or why they should think about doing so. Only 3 in 10 unchurched Americans say a Christian has ever shared with them one-on-one how a person becomes a Christian, according to Lifeway Research. Only slightly more say a Christian has told them about the benefits of participating in a local church or the benefits of becoming a Christian.

The Builder is published by Men for Christ at Indian Hills Christian Church in Danville, KY.
Publisher: Judy Clay (judyclay01@gmail.com)
Editor: Charles Young, (cwyoung@bbtel.com

THE BUILDER AUGUST 2024

THE
BUILDER
August 2024

NEXT MEETING August 26, 2024
Fellowship Meal 7 p.m. (EDT)
8 p.m. (EDT) Worship Service
Rolling Fork Christian Church
2630 Lyons Station Rd.; New Haven, KY
Speaker: Craig Yates, Discipleship Minister
Broadway Christian, Lexington

THANKS
Thanks to Russell Springs Christian for hosting our July meeting. There were 100 men present from 21 congregations.

REMAINING 2024 SCHEDULE
September 23—Burkesville First Christian
October 28—Glenview Christian
November 25—Jamestown Christian

QUOTABLE QUOTES
“One of the most important reasons for studying history is that virtually every stupid idea that is in vogue today has been tried before and proved disastrous before, time and again.” (Thomas Sowell)

“If we are pronounced dead when our heart stops beating, why are we not pronounced alive when our heart starts beating?” (Missouri Right to Life)

“A bird released from the cage can be caught again. Words from my mouth—never again.” (Old Jewish Proverb)

WHO IS YOUR STEWARD?
Our Bylaws state “each congregation is expected to select a Men for Christ Steward (organizer) to help promote the work of MFC in his congregation and to help collect funds.” Does your congregation have such a person who encourages the men to attend and support MFC? If not, perhaps YOU would accept that responsibility. We need men to take the lead in promoting attendance and participation in our meetings. In your new role as Steward, talk it up in your classes and groups at church. Invite someone to come with you to this month’s meeting.

SYMPATHY EXTENDED
Our brother in Christ, Bro. Bill K. Welker, 85, passed away Monday, July 22. A Celebration of Life Service was held July 27 at Jamestown Christian Church.

WHITE MILLS CHRISTIAN CAMP
FALL RETREATS
Sept. 10—Seniors’ Luncheon (11-2)
Sept. 14—Men’s Day (10:30-4:30)
Sept. 20-21—Ladies’ Retreat
See www.whitemills.camp for details or call 270-862-3933.

QUOTES ABOUT THE BIBLE
“It is impossible to mentally or socially enslave a Bible-reading people.” (Horace Greeley)

“Those who find the most difficulties in the Bible are those who seldom read it.”

“There are mysteries of grace and love in every page of the Bible; it is a thriving soul that finds the Book of God growing more and more precious.”

“The great question is not what you make of the Bible, but what the Bible makes of you.”

“Dust on your Bible is not evidence it is a dry Book.”

“The Bible is the book above all others to be read at all ages and in all conditions of human life. Not to be read once or twice or thrice through and then laid aside but to be read every day.” (John Quincy Adams)

“Even after two thousand years of criticism, the critics have not produced anything better than the Bible.”

“Men do not reject the Bible because it contradicts itself, but because it contradicts them.”

“There never was found, in any age of the world, either religion or law that did so highly exalt the public good as the Bible.” (Bacon)

“The Bible is so simple a child can understand its truths, but so deep no man has ever mastered it.”

“No book that prepares you for tomorrow can ever be out of date or old-fashioned.”

“Most people are bothered by those passages in Scripture which they cannot understand; but as for me, I always noticed that the passages in Scripture which trouble me most are those which I do understand” (Mark Twain)

The Bible is God’s divine dictionary where He defines Himself to all those who sincerely seek to know Him.”

“The Bible is the word of life. I beg that you will read it and find this out for yourselves.” (Woodrow Wilson)

“It is impossible to rightly govern the world without God and the Bible.” (George Washington)

“I am profitably engaged in reading the Bible. Take all of this book upon reason that you can and the balance by faith, and you will live and die a better man.” (Abraham Lincoln)

“Generation follows generation, but the Bible lives on. Nations rise and fall; yet the Bible lives. Kings and Presidents come and go; yet the Bible lives.”

“Those who find the most difficulties with the Bible are those who seldom read it.”

IF GOD SHOULD GO ON STRIKE
How good it is that God above has never gone on strike because He was not treated fair in things He didn’t like. If only once He’d given up and said, “That’s it, I’m through,” “I’ve had enough of thee on earth, so this is what I’ll do.” “I’ll give my orders to the sun, cut off the heat supply, and to the moon give no more light and run the oceans dry. Then just to make things really tough and put the pressure on, turn off the vital oxygen till every breath is gone.” You know He would be justified if fairness were the game. For no one has been more abused or met with more disdain than God, and yet He carries on supplying you and me with all the favors of His grace, and everything for free. Men say they want a better deal, and so on strike they go. But what a deal we’ve given God to whom all things we owe. We don’t care who we hurt to gain the things we like. But what a mess we’d all be in if God should go on strike. (Author Unknown)

HOW TO BE A FRIENDLY CHURCH
Speak to people, even if you don’t know their names. There is nothing as nice or cheerful as a friendly word of greeting.
Smile at people. It takes 72 muscles to frown and only 14 to smile. Your smile is one of your finest assets. Use it regularly.
Call people by name. The sweetest music to any person’s ears is the sound of his/her own name.

THE CASE FOR CHRISTIANITY
“Why, then, did God give them free will? Because for wisdom, though it makes evil possible, is also the only thing that makes possible any love or goodness or joy worth having. A world of automation of creatures that worked like machines—would hardly be worth creating.” (C. S. Lewis)

FAITH
Faith doesn’t always take you out of the problem, Faith takes you through the problem. Faith doesn’t always take away the pain, Faith gives you the ability to handle the pain. Faith doesn’t always take you out of the storm, Faith calms you in the midst of the storm. (Mark Anthony Mitchell Sr.)

The Builder is published by Men for Christ at Indian Hills Christian Church in Danville, KY.
Publisher: Judy Clay (judyclay01@gmail.com)
Editor: Charles Young, (cwyoung@bbtel.com)

JULY 2024 NEWSLETTER

THE
BUILDER
July 2024

NEXT MEETING July 22, 2024
Fellowship Meal 7 p.m. (EDT)
8 p.m. (EDT) Worship Service
Russell Springs Christian Church
Speaker: Frank Preston, Minister
Parksville Christian Church

STATE OF THE ORGANIZATION
I’ve often been told that in the church world the measure of health (and sometimes success) is attendance and giving. I do think those two metrics are important for the church and for parachurch organizations such as Men for Christ. But there is one more critical element: engagement or participation.

As a parachurch organization, Men for Christ will only be as healthy as the churches who support it. If you were to look at our financial statements, we are very healthy. Our general fund is doing well thanks to the contributions of churches and the Votaw Trust Fund is robust with money waiting to be loaned thanks to wise investments from the Votaw Trust Fund Committee.

Attendance at Men for Christ seems to be like many churches on Sunday mornings. When “everyone” shows up, it’s a good crowd, but depending on schedule and location, not everyone shows up. Still, I am encouraged by our attendance. Our lowest attendance of the last 7 meetings was 80, our highest attendance was 127. The average attendance over our last 7 meetings is 102. My guess is that in most of our churches those numbers would be on scale with our attendance.

So, if two metrics indicate that we are fairly healthy, can we do better? The simple answer is yes we can. Participation and engagement might be the best indicator of the health of an organization. So, how can we increase our participation and engagement? There are all sorts of methods and tools to use such as social media or websites and even newsletters like the one you’re now reading. But the best way to get more people involved and engaged with Men for Christ, is the same best practice for your local church. Talk to somebody. According to Lifeway Research, 63% of Americans said that a personal invite from a friend/neighbor would be somewhat effective in getting them to come to church. Another study found that 8 out of 10 people will accept a personal invitation to attend church. I believe the same holds true for Men for Christ. If we want more men to participate in our fellowship, then we simply need to ask them. We need to engage them.

In many of our supporting churches Men for Christ isn’t known past the men who attend from that congregation or the church treasurer who writes the missions check for support. That won’t change unless we actively talk to our men and engage them with the mission of Men for Christ.
What is the mission? To promote Christian Fellowship and the strengthening and establishment of churches after the New Testament pattern.
Here’s the reality for Men for Christ: Our monthly meetings are great fellowship and an encouraging time in worship and in the Word. Why wouldn’t we want more of our men to experience that? We have, over the years, supported and even currently support churches who are struggling financially. We have helped churches with unexpected emergencies. We are strengthening churches, but there are others who might need assistance available through a Votaw Loan. And we are continuing to establish new congregations. That process looks a little different than it used to, but it still continues to be a top priority.

So what can you do? That’s easy. Commit to attending a monthly meeting. Even better, commit to bringing someone with you for the first time. Commit to sharing information and news about Men for Christ with your local congregation. And finally, be ready to participate when needs arise, whether in sister congregations or in Men for Christ itself. Thank you for your support.
In Christ—Adam Hale, MFC Chairman

THANKS
Thanks to Moreland Christian for hosting our June meeting. There were 110 men present from 25 congregations.

CURRENT 2024 SCHEDULE
August 26—Rolling Fork Christian
September 23—Burkesville First Christian
October 28—Glenview Christian
November 25—Jamestown Christian

MACKVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
56 Harrodsburg Road, Mackville, KY
Homecoming 198
August 18, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Speaker: Bob Russell
Celebrating 198 Years of Ministry
Fellowship Meal After Service

BUSY ENOUGH FOR GOD TO USE?
God never goes to the lazy or the idle when He needs people for His service. When He has work to be done, He goes to those who are already at work. When God wants a great servant, He calls a busy person. Think about the great men of the Bible who were busy when God called:
Moses was busy with his flock at Horeb.
Gideon was busy threshing wheat with the wine press.
Saul was busy searching for his father’s lost sheep.
David was busy caring for his father’s sheep.
Elisha was busy plowing with twelve yoke of oxen.
Nehemiah was busy as the king’s cupbearer.
Amos was busy following the flock.
James and John were busy mending their fishing nets.
Matthew was busy collecting customs.
Saul was busy persecuting the friends of Jesus.
Are you busy enough for God to use?

LOST IN THE “WOULDS”
I would go to church today, but I enjoy too much my extra sleep on Sunday morning.
I would take my children to Sunday school and church, but Sunday is my only day to play golf.
I would witness to others about Christ, but I never seem to say the right words.
I would give more to the church, but there’s just not much left after paying the bills.
The only way to find your way out of the “woulds” is to set your eyes upon Christ. He will show the way.

QUOTABLE QUOTES
The church that is not a missionary church will soon be a missing church.
Too many people who depend on the church cannot be depended on by the church.
It is never “my church” as long as it is “those people” who are keeping it going.
Maybe folks shouldn’t seek a church to match their views, but one that will change them.
The true function of a preacher is to disturb the comfortable and to comfort the disturbed.

PROVIDED
It does not make any difference what church one belongs to. PROVIDED That church belongs to Christ. PROVIDED That church is not ashamed of Him, His commands, His name. PROVIDED That church honors Him in all things. PROVIDED That church teaches and practices all things whatsoever He has commanded. PROVIDED One BELONGS to it and not merely attends its services.

The Builder is published by Men for Christ at Indian Hills Christian Church in Danville, KY.
Publisher: Judy Clay (judyclay01@gmail.com)
Editor: Charles Young, (cw.young@windstream.net)

JUNE 2024 THE BUILDER

THE
BUILDER
June 2024
NEXT MEETING June 24, 2024
Fellowship Meal 7 p.m. (EDT)
8 p.m. (EDT) Worship Service
Moreland Christian Church
5600 KY Hwy 2141, Hustonville, KY
Speaker: Greg Herriford, Lead Minister
First Christian Church, Lexington

THANKS
Thanks to Hiseville Christian for hosting our May meeting. There were 80 men present from 22 congregations.

CURRENT 2024 SCHEDULE
July 22—Russell Springs Christian
August 26—Rolling Fork Christian
September 23—Burkesville First Christian
October 28—Glenview Christian
November 25—Jamestown Christian

QUOTABLE QUOTES
It’s easier to fool people than to convince them that they’ve been fooled.” (Mark Twain)
What a tragedy it is to believe in a big God and to settle for small dreams.
Don’t regret growing older. It’s a privilege denied to many.
When we water down the meaning of sin, we water down the sacrifice which paid for it.
The same disciples who couldn’t pray for one hour were able to fish all night. Your priorities matter!
A minister who cares about where you will spend eternity will preach not what you want to hear but what you need to hear.
It is not the will of God if it goes against the Word of God.
Truth does not mind being questioned. A lie does not like being challenged.
Your days are better when you focus on your blessings more than your problems.
It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible. (George Washington)
One day you will be just a memory for some people. Do your best to be a good one.

TRUTH VS. DECEPTION
Uncovering Three False Teachings Within the Church
#1 Prosperity Gospel
The Prosperity Gospel, also known as the Health and Wealth Gospel, teaches that God’s primary desire for believers is financial prosperity, physical health, and material success. It often suggests that you will be wealthy and free from suffering if you have enough faith. This teaching distorts the Biblical message of faith and misrepresents God’s intentions. It can lead to materialism, disappointment, and a shallow understanding of faith. The Bible does not guarantee material wealth and teaches that believers will face trials and sufferings.
#2 Universalism
Universalism is the belief that ultimately everyone will be saved and reconciled with God regardless of their faith or actions in this life. It suggests that there is no eternal punishment. Universalism contradicts the teachings and the need for faith in Jesus Christ for salvation and the concept of judgment and accountability. It undermines the significance of personal belief and repentance.
#3 Denial of the Trinity
Some reject the Trinity which teaches that God exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each is fully God yet one in essence. Denying the Trinity goes against centuries of Christian consensus and the clear teachings of the Bible. The Trinity is foundational in Christianity and essential to understanding the nature of God. —Mark Anthony Mitchell, Atlanta.

HOW DO PEOPLE START ATTENDING CHURCH?
*A friend’s invitation. 86%
*An organized visitation. 6%
*A minister’s invitation. 6%
*Advertising. 2%
PEOPLE BRING PEOPLE!

BIBLICAL IGNORANCE
Following a recent Gallup study, it was concluded that “churches in America face no greater challenge than overcoming biblical illiteracy. Many Christians don’t know what they believe or why. Their faith is not rooted in Scripture. They revere the Bible but don’t read it. The Bible has not in any profound way penetrated our culture.” (Let God Speak,” Randy Frazee, Christian Standard, May/June 2024).

INDEPENDENCE DAY – JULY 4
PRAYER FOR LIBERTY
“Lord Jesus, thou who art the way, the truth, and the life, hear us as we pray for the truth that shall make men free. Teach us that liberty is not only to be loved but also to be lived. Liberty is too precious a thing to be buried in books. It costs too much to be hoarded. Make us see that our liberty is not the right to do as we please, but the opportunity to do what is right.” –Peter Marshall, before the U.S. Senate

MORBUS SABBATICUS
Morbus Sabbaticus (Sunday Sickness) is a disease common to church members. Some of the symptoms are:
*It never interferes with the appetite.
*It never lasts more than 24 hours.
*No physician is ever called.
*It is contagious.
*It can prove fatal in the end—to the soul.
The attack usually comes on suddenly every Sunday. No ill effects are felt on Saturday night, and the patient awakes as usual, feeling fine. He (She) eats a hearty breakfast. About 9 a.m. the attack comes on, and it lasts until around noon. In the afternoon, the patient is much improved. He (She) may have another attack which lasts through the evening. The patient is able to go to work Monday, as usual.

The Builder is published by Men for Christ at Indian Hills Christian Church in Danville, KY.
Publisher: Judy Clay (judyclay01@gmail.com)
Editor: Charles Young, (cw.young@windstream.net)

MAY 2024 BUILDER

THE
BUILDER
May 2024

MAY MEETING DATE
When Memorial Day occurs on the FOURTH Monday of May, MFC meets on the THIRD Monday.

NEXT MEETING May 20, 2024
Fellowship Meal 7 p.m. (EDT)
8 p.m. (EDT) Program: Luke Vaught and the Band Table Singers
Hiseville Christian Church, 70 West Main Street.

THANKS
Thanks to First Christian Elizabethtown for hosting our April meeting. There were 85 men present from 22 congregations.

CURRENT 2024 SCHEDULE
June 24—Moreland Christian
July 22—Russell Springs Christian
August 26—Rolling Fork Christian
September 23—Burkesville First Christian
October 28—OPEN
November 25—Jamestown Christian

HOST NEEDED
If your church would like to host our October meeting, please contact Secretary Mike Vaught at mcv1788@gmail.com and Builder Editor, Charles Young at cw.young@windstream.net

EXTRAORDINARY WISDOM BY YEARS
“I’ve learned that when I wave to people in the country they stop what they are doing and wave back.” (Age 9)
“I’ve learned that if I want to cheer myself up I should try cheering someone else up.” (Age 13)
“I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn.” (Age 92)

SYMPATHY EXTENDED
Bro. Billy F. Minor, 86, of Louisville, passed away April 17, 2024. He was a retired minister, serving many Christian churches in both Kentucky and Indiana.

JUST MY OPINION
As in past years, First Christian Church hosted the April meeting of Men for Christ. Unless you have been actively involved in the hosting, planning and coordination of our MFC meetings, you can’t appreciate the enormity of the tasks. One of the greatest challenges is to prepare a meal for ???? of men. The best guess for the number to expect is often determined by previous attendances. Based on that information, the crew at First Christian planned for that number plus a few extra. Imagine the disappointment when only 58 men showed up plus 27 from FCC! Situations such as this undoubtedly affect the willingness of congregations to host meetings. Currently being faced with declining attendance and a number of churches who are reluctant to host, perhaps it is time to look at a restructuring of MFC. I don’t have a master plan, but perhaps some idea starters will stimulate interest.

*Develop an intensive promotional plan for our churches to help create renewed interest in MFC.
*Schedule meetings only 3 or 4 times yearly at a central location.
*Eliminate major meals; start worship/program at 7 p.m. with a time of fellowship/refreshments following.
*Schedule Executive Committee meetings at a time other than regular meetings.
*Employ a manager/coordinator/overseer of activities. –Charles Young

JESUS NEVER SAID:
–“listen to your heart”
–“be true to yourself”
–“trust your gut”
–“feel good about who you are”
–“happiness is what matters”
–“just be a good person”

JESUS ACTUALLY SAID:
–“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.”—Luke 9:23

WHAT DOES GOD SEE IN YOU?
Remember, when you combine what you care about with what you know how to do and look for an opportunity to serve, God will bless your efforts. (Guideposts)

I BELIEVE IN THE CHURCH
I believe more profoundly in the church every hour that I live. A man can make his testimony go further through the church than through any independent movements. He can make his money, his testimony, and all his work go further. He can do more than constructive work through the church than any other way in the world. That is my deepest conviction. I have watched all kinds of independent movements, and my conviction steadily deepens that a Christian is doing the wisest thing possible when he links his life with the church.—George Truett (1867-1944) Church Bulletin Bits

HITCHHIKERS ON THE CHURCH ROLL
Highways aren’t the only places where you’ll find hitchhikers. Almost every church has plenty of members who are also looking for a free ride. They demand all the privileges and responsibilities of church membership without supporting the congregation with their money, time, and service. Don’t be a hitchhiking Christian. Get fully involved in the life and ministry of your church. Aren’t you glad Jesus wasn’t looking for a free ride as he faced the decision of going to the cross on your behalf? Church membership that costs you nothing is worth exactly that.—Clip-Art Features for Church Newsletters

SOME SOBERING QUESTIONS
FOR CHURCH MEMBERS
Suppose you had to run for church membership as a candidate runs for political office. Would you win or lose?

Suppose you were arrested for being a Christian. Would there be enough evidence to convict you? —Church Bulletin Bits
—Church Bulletin Bits
TAKE TIME
To think. It is the source of power.
To play. It is the secret of perpetual youth.
To read. It is the fountain of wisdom.
To pray. It is the greatest power on earth.
To love and be loved. It is a God-given privilege.
To be friendly. It is the road to happiness.

THE APOSTLE PAUL’S
PLAN FOR CHURCH FINANCE
This plan for church finance is based on
1 Corinthians 16:2:
Periodic: Upon the first day of the week.
Personal: Let each one of you.
Provident: Lay by him in store.
Proportionate: As he may prosper.
Preventive: That no collections be made when I come.
—Church Bulletin Bits

SELECTIVE HEARING
As you’re praying and listening for God to speak to you, remember this: It’s hard to hear God’s voice when you’ve already decided what you want Him to say.
—Anonymous