LLBC Chronicle - Lake Lure Baptist Church

LAKE LURE BAPTIST CHURCH
Local Christian
Radio Stations:
LLBC
C h ro n i c l e
WMIT 106.9 The Light
His Radio 89.3 (FM)
WLFA 91.3 (FM)
WSKY 1230 (AM)
WCAB (590) WWOL (AM)
Christian Websites:
July
2015
Lake Lure Baptist Church exists to glorify God by
proclaiming the cross of Jesus Christ so that people may be
saved, and teaching the saved so that they may mature in
Church Schedule: Christ, equipping them to play an active role through living
Sunday:
His Word, and demonstrating His heart.
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Praise Team Practice:
Lake Lure Baptist Church
6837 US Hwy. 64/74A
Lake Lure, NC
28746
www.lakelurebaptistchurch.com
www.truelife.org
http://www.walkintheword.com
http://www.BibleGateway.com
http://www.livingontheedge.org
http://www.davidjeremiah.org
https://www.harvest.org
http://www.insight.org
http://www.truthforlife.org
http://www.familylife.com
http://www.focusonthefamily.com
http://crosswalk.com
http://www.frc.org
http://www.lifeaction.org
http://www.fixed-point.org/
www.1069thelight.org
http://rzim.org/
http://www.answersingenesis.org
http://www.icr.org/
www.parentingtodaysteens.org
July 2015
Our Mission:
9 am
Sunday School
9:45am
Sunday Worship
11am
Children’s Church
(3y - Kindergarten)
Nursery Provided
(0 - 2 years)
From the Pastor’s Pen
Friday, June 26, 2014 will forever be remembered as a very
sad day in the life of the USA! A day in which 5 people in the
Supreme Court of the United States of America (SCOTUS)
overrode the decision of 50 million American citizens with
regards to the definition of marriage. I am deeply saddened
that five people could redefine that which their Creator both
Wednesday:
Praise Team Practice: created and defined as marriage between one man and one
5:00 pm
women. SCOTUS has made a decision that will have horrific
Bible Study & Prayer: consequences for our society. They have decided to act in a
6:30 pm
S3 Youth & Children’s matter that only God can act, they have defied God through
abandoning that which is natural and affirming that which is
Ministry:
6:30 pm
both unnatural and immoral. God have mercy on SCOTUS
and the activists that have sought to defy logic, abandon milSpecial points lennia of history, and walk away from the righteous standards
of interest:
of God. I am reminded of what our Lord said in Luke 17:1-2
 Pastor’s Pen
"“Temptations to sin are sure to come, but woe to the one
 God at work at LLBC through whom they come! 2 It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the
 Heart of Worship
sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to
 We are building
sin." My heart breaks to see the many people throughout
again!
this nation celebrating this decision. I am dumbfounded by
 Calendar of events
the masses who can celebrate the desecration of the institution of marriage, the flagrant disregard for the Word of God
 Men’s Breakfast
 VBS: The Download and the removal of the democratic rights of the "land of the
free and the home of the brave". May God have mercy on
 Lemonade Stand
the USA. Church, I urge you to stand for truth and righteous New Wednesday
ness. We, believers, have been instructed to seek first the
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Kingdom of God and His righteousness. We are called to
 New Singles Sunday love as Christ loved us. Therefore, we are to love people to
Christ, but this love does not compromise on truth and rightSchool Class
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eousness. We love the sinners to Christ, yet we hate all sin. We are the salt and light
into this wicked nation that has seemingly no moral compass. May the love of Christ
be seen in the way in which we interact with this world, standing for truth and righteousness. Furthermore, I urge you to commit yourself to prayer as we call on our
God to have mercy on this nation that has continually turned its back on its Creator. We also need to pray for the church. May our Lord protect His church and use
her to impact this depraved society for Christ.
Yes, Same sex marriage is "legal" in all 50 States of the USA.....however it remains
immoral and an absolute abomination to God. Let there be no question with regards
to what the Bible teaches and I, your pastor, stand on: Homosexuality is a sin, and
marriage was instituted by God and defined by Him as being between one man with
one women. Here I stand!
Pastor Anton
God at Work in Lake Lure
Thank you Lord! Yes, we can only thank God for allowing us to be a part of this very
important ministry that He is using to impact many lives for His Kingdom.
We were greatly blessed this month to have Ken and Patsy James and Elaine Hamby
Wilson unite with LLBC in membership.
Throughout this month the men have continued to meet on Fridays for their morning
study and prayer time. The ladies have expanded the ministry through meeting both
in the mornings and evenings to study, fellowship, pray and do life together. The ladies also hosted a ”Summer kick-off” event, for the whole family, at Cedar Creek Stables. This was an great time of fun, food and fellowship. The S3 youth have just
completed their “Not a Fan” study, and will continue to meet throughout the Summer
on Wednesday evenings. The kid’s ministry have been very busy developing new
policies and procedures that will help us as we grow. They also hosted a training session in which all volunteers had background checks done and were trained in basic
first-aid, CPR, and general children’s ministry. On June 7, we held our first ever graduation recognition service. During this time we honored Vinnie Davis, a graduating
senior, and Davis Young and Rachel Rich, who are both graduating pre-school. The
Sunday school continues to grow as we have now begun a new class that is specifically suited for singles. Vacation Bible School was a huge success. We ministered to
a total of 50 children over the 5 days, with a high attendance of 44 children. Thank
you to all the volunteers that came out to help. We averaged around 40 volunteers
each night. The greatest blessing was to be able to see Alyssa Vickers and Conner
Davis place their faith in Jesus as their personal Savior and Lord.
Throughout this month you were able to give approx. $1000.00 to both local and international missions. You also gave $700. 00 to missions in S. Asia and Ukraine. Furthermore you sent $5000.00 to help the Bridge Church in Holden Beach with the purchase of their new worship center. Therefore, you gave a total of $6700.00 to missions for the month of June.
Church, God is at work in Lake Lure and throughout the world. Thank you for faithfully serving him and being available to do whatever He calls you to do, Stand strong!
Pastor Anton
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Calendar of Events:
Wednesdays
Praise & Sound Team Practice, 5 pm
Adult, S3 Youth & Children’s Bible Study & Prayer, 6:30pm.
Wednesdays
S3 Youth Summer Spectacular 2015, 6:30pm
Fridays
Men’s Prayer Meeting, 7:30am
Sundays
Praise & Sound Team Practice, 9am
Sunday School Sunday School Classes for all ages, at 9:45am!
Morning Worship 11am, Come Just As You Are!
Fri. July 3
Men’s Prayer Meeting, 7:30am. All men are invited to join in this time
of devotion, prayer and fellowship. Contact Person: Tom Horner
Sun. July 5
LLBC Ground Breaking Celebration Service (Phase 2 A), 11am.
Sun. July 5
LLBC Fellowship Lunch directly after the worship/ground breaking
Service. Contact Person: Irene Draper, 828-818-3651.
Sun. July 5
Baby Dedication Service, 11am
Wed. July 8
Baptismal Service, 6:30pm
Sun. July 12
Baptismal Service, 11am
Wed. July 15
S3 Youth Spaghetti Surprise…….6:30pm. Invite Friends to this epic
event! Contact Person: Lilani Roos, 828-429-8826
Thurs. July 16 Ladies “Calm My Anxious Heart Bible Study Group Meeting & Brunch,
9-11am. Bring your favorite brunch item to share. Childcare provided.
Contact Person: Crystal Redmon, 828-980-2708.
Fri. July 17
S3 Youth Boys fishing trip. Leaving LLBC at 7 am. Bring $$ for lunch.
Bring your own fishing gear & bait. Contact Person: Pastor Anton Roos.
Fri. July 17
Ladies “Calm My Anxious Heart” Evening Bible Study Group Meeting,
6-8pm. Bring your favorite finger-food item to share. Childcare provided.
Contact Person: Susan Gibson, 828-755-4546.
Fri. July 24
Church-wide Comedy Movie & Pizza Night, 6-9pm—hosted by the S3
Youth. Please sign-up! Cost: $ 15 per family.
Contact Person: Lilani Roos, 828-429-8826
Sat. July 25
Men’s Breakfast, 8:30am. Bring your favorite breakfast item to share!
Mon. July 27
LLBC Kids Lemonade Stand @ Cedar Creek Stables, 10am-3pm.
Sign-up to donate lemonade and cookies for our bake sale! Help us
raise funds for the LLBC Building Project!
Contact Jennifer Cain to see how you can help, 704-533-3928
Mon. July 27
GRBA Quarterly Meeting, 6:30pm
July 31-Aug. 1 Father/Son Camp-out at LLBC! Contact Persons: James & Jennifer Cain
Aug. 7-8
LLBC Leadership Training with The Institute of Biblical Leadership.
All Leaders and teachers to attend this important training.
Schedule: Friday: 6-9pm; Saturday: 8:30am—2pm. (Breakfast and
Lunch Provided on Saturday) Child Care provided.
Sun. Aug 23
Sunday Evening with Jason Crabb @ The Cove, $50 pp. (Dinner incl.)
Sept. 18-19
Truth For New Generation Conference, FBC Spartanburg, SC
Sept. 20-23
Spiritual Renewal week with John Franklin
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Ministry Schedule
Greeters
Ushers
July 5: Dan & Angelique Breneman
July 12: Don & Connie Grundmann
July 19: Pete & Mary Richardson
July 26: Eldon & Peggy Bliek
July 5: Dan Breneman/Terry Wojcik
July 12: Don Grundmann/Pete Richardson
July 19: Pete Richardson/Norm Jacob
July 26: Eldon Bliek/Ken James
Children’s Message Children’s Church
July 5: Baby Dedication Ceremony
July 12: Mary Bass
July 19: Dan Breneman
July 26: Crystal Redmon
July 5: Lilani Roos & Phoebe Coyle
July 12: Crystal Redmon & April Young
July 19: Jennifer Cain & Crystal Logan
July 26: Lilani Roos & Nicci Roos
Sunday Nursery
Audio/Video
July 5: Susan Gibson & Jane White
July 12: Tia Puchala & Pat Barry
July 19: Michelle Puchala & Diane Barrett
July 26: Wanda Greene & Tracy McGlohon
July 5: Jamie Cain & Rich Gibson
July 12: Luke Rich & David Beaver
July 19: Tristan Roos & James Cain
July 26: Jamie Cain & Rich Gibson
Wednesday Nursery More LLBC on the following Websites:
July 8: Sharon Jacob & Connie Grundmann
July 15: Patsy James & April Young
July 22: Jane White & Crystal Logan
July 29: Rich & Susan Gibson
www.lakelurebaptistchurch.com
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Bir thdays & Anniversaries
July
1 Kathy Goss
1 Rachael Rich
2 Bill Ledford
4 Jamie Cain
4 Jeff Lott
4 Sandy Keenan
5 Nancy Johnson
8 Micheala Nelon (S3)
9 Jillian Cain
15 Crystal Redmon
23 Nicola Roos
29 Dorene Tigchelaar
30 Philip Teague
31 Adam Bowles
August
4 Burrell Anniversary
5 Nicole Crawford (S3)
5 Marisa Jones
9 Hinkle Anniversary
10 Lilani Roos
10 Madelyn Malecot (S3)
12
13
17
17
25
25
30
31
31
Jones Anniversary
Breneman Anniv.
Malorie Upton
Chris Horton (S3)
Hugh Bass
Connor Young
Patsy James
Robert Morrison
Kadin Whitlock (S3)
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Starting Wed. July 15th @ 6:30pm
NEW Adult Study: Fresh Encounter -
Fresh Encounter by Henry Blackaby, Richard Blackaby and
Claude King guides believers through the biblical pattern of
experiencing God's presence which leads to revival in the
church and a spiritual awakening in the world. As churches
today search for the right ministry to reach their community, this study will help them return to their "first love" of
Jesus Christ so He can work powerfully in them and
through them. Fresh Encounter is designed to aid churches
and individual believers to return to a faithful relationship
with God and become catalysts for revival.
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Ladies Ministry
“Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great
love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every
morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, The Lord is my portion;
therefore I will wait for him.”
Ladies, June has been a wonderful month full of sunshine and contentment.
Summer started with a campfire cookout at Cedar Creek Stables and a big
Thanks goes out to all the Ladies for all the wonderful food that was brought in
to share. It was a great time!
We began our Bible Study along with the book, “Calm My Anxious Heart”, by
Linda Dillow and I don’t know about you but this book is just what I need! If you
haven’t joined us it’s not too late! You can pick up the book at any christian
book store or even through Amazon. This is great summer reading. We are just
going through a chapter a week with the Bible Study lesson in the back of the
book.
Our next group study will be Thursday, July 16th from 9:00-11:00. Bring a
brunch style dish to share. Childcare will be provided. If you’re not able to attend on the 16th then join Susan in evening on July 17th at 6:00! Two opportunities for group study, come out and fellowship and spend time together in
God’s word. We will complete our study in August. Group study date will be
posted soon. Stay tuned!
July 27th we have another opportunity to lend a baking hand! The Children’s
Ministry will be hosting a Lemonade Stand and Bake Sale and will be needing
baked goodies. Ladies, get your recipes out and get ready. More information
will be posted! Contact person will be Jennifer Cain, 704-533-3928.
Crystal Redmon
Ladies Ministry Director
Church-wide Comedy Movie & Pizza Night
Fri. July 24, 6-9pm—hosted by the S3 Youth.
Please sign-up! Cost: $ 15 per family.
Contact Person: Lilani Roos, 828-429-8826 or
[email protected]
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Ministry Opportunities
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve
others, faithfully administering God's grace in its
various forms.” 1 Peter: 4:10
LLBC Building Expansion—Phase 2A
We are going ahead with Phase 2A ( a large room added to the river side of the old
sanctuary for fellowship, Sunday school, youth etc).
God has provided the needed $35,000.00 to complete the outside of the building.
We are breaking ground on Sun. July 5th. We are in need of a further $20,00.00 in
order to complete phase 2A. The total estimated cost is $55 000.00.
What we now need is: Much prayers, finances and commitments for volunteer labor.
Please consider how you can help make this phase of the building a reality.
Youth and Children’s ministry
We need help. Please contact Pastor Anton if you are able to help
YOU ARE NEEDED!
God has gifted each of us with a spiritual gift that is to be used for the glory of God
and the edification of the church. Your gift is meant to be used to make the church
effective in fulfilling her purpose of bringing glory to God. Are you plugged in? Are
you serving in one of the many ministries within the church?
If not…...WHY NOT? GOD WANTS TO USE YOU!!!
Sound and Multi-media help needed
We are in need of people who are willing to be trained to run the sound equipment
and assist the Praise team as they lead the church in worship. If you are able to
assist in the sound room, and desire to be a part of this dynamic group,
please contact James Cain 828 429 9767
LLBC—Prayer Ministry
God can use you greatly in the area of prayer at Lake Lure. Currently we have a
prayer chain that has been managed mainly though email and our weekly bulletin.
We also set aside a special time every Wednesday evening for specific prayer
requests. May you be encouraged afresh to be faithful in lifting up these requests
and praises before our mighty God who is more than able to answer each prayer
according to His sovereign will. There is power in prayer, because there is much
power in the One that we pray to!
Ladies Summer Bible Study Group
Morning Session:
Thurs. July 16, 9 - 11 am at LLBC.
Bring a “Brunch” style dish to share.
Child Care Provided! All ladies invited!
Contact Crystal Redmon for more
information, 828-980-2708
Evening Session:
Fri. July 17, 6—8 pm at LLBC.
Bring a Finger-food item to share.
Child Care Provided! All ladies invited!
Contact Susan Gibson for more
information, 828-755-4546
New Youth ministry Position
Over the past month the deacons and I have been meeting and creating the
needed job description for this new staff position. We have put the word out to
all the churches, local associations, and nearby Christian colleges of our need
for a Youth minister/director. We are now awaiting resumes to be consider for
this very important ministry position.
Please pray as we now actively pray and seek the person that God has in mind
for this very important ministry.
Pastor Anton
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The Heart of Worship
Worship is more than an hour or two on Sunday morning or even an hour on
Wednesday night. Worship means more than singing praise songs and/or hymns
and listening to a sermon. Worship is a lifestyle of living a life that is pleasing to
the Lord, placing Him first in our lives, and having a genuine relationship with him.
We develop this lifestyle of worship by growing in God’s Word, prayer, service and
witnessing. We are called to worship through every aspect of our life, whether at
home, school, work and even on vacation.
Personal worship is one on one communion with God that brings us to a closer
relationship with Him. Experiencing God’s presence when a certain song comes
to our heart, mind and lips, offering up a spontaneous prayer of thankfulness, crying out to God in desperation, spending time in His Word, meditating on His Word,
and other creative expressions that gives God the glory for who He is, now that is
personal worship.
Worship is a daily practice. Psalm 34:1 states, “I will extol (lift up) the Lord at all
times; His praise will always be on my lips.” Too often we want to treat our worship of God like a vending machine. We walk up at the appointed time (Sunday or
Wednesday), make our deposit and selection, and expect what comes out to fill
and satisfy us. However there is very little filling and satisfying from a vending
machine, and if we haven’t spent time daily worshiping the one True, Creator,
God, then we will probably walk away on Sundays feeling unsatisfied. Author
Jerry Bridges has this to say, “The vitality and genuineness of corporate worship
is to a large degree dependent upon the vitality of our individual private worship. If we aren’t spending time daily worshiping God, we’re not apt to contribute
to the corporate experience of worship. If we aren’t worshiping God during the
week, how can we expect to genuinely participate in it on Sunday morning? We
may indeed go through the motions and think we have worshiped, but how can we
honor and adore One on Sunday whom we have not taken time to praise and give
thanks to during the week?”
So how is your personal worship today, this week, this month? Will the worship
you bring this Sunday and every Sunday be an overflow of the worship you have
given to God all week long? I want to challenge us to spend adequate time in
personal worship, and see what happens when we gather together on Sunday!
James T. Cain
Music Director
John 4:23-24 Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers
will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers
the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and
in truth.”
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Shoe Box Corner
Ahh, warm summer days ; lazing at the beach, or a park, or even your
own backyard. If only it would last forever. But, sadly, the sale
papers are telling us that in just a few short weeks school will be
starting again. Oh, no! We may fuss a bit about going back to school
but in many countries children are praying for the right to go to school
and for the necessary supplies. As you have your child's list in hand of
what he or she needs to go back to school please remember our shoe
box kids. This is the BEST (cheapest! ) time to get school supplies. If
you're not sure what to get- besides the usual pencils, pencil sharpeners, small note pads, etc- please contact either myself or the Children's Ministry Director, Jennifer Cain. Thank you for your faithfulness to God's children!
Mary Bass
Operation Christmas Child Director
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Welcome to the Family
of Christ
Jesus said that He is the Way the Truth and the Life and that no man can come to the
Father except through Him (John 14:6) Referring to Jesus, Peter told us that there is no
name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12) Paul
asserted that “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved” Rom. 10:13.
Well, that was not only true then…...it is true today!!! Yes! Jesus Saves!!! We were blessed
to welcome Conner Young & Alyssa Vickers into the family of God as they called on the
name of Jesus and have been saved. Hallelujah, what a Savior!!!!
What to expect
· Arrive anytime Friday after 5pm to set up camp and eat supper,
s’mores, etc. (Food provided)
· Friday evening time of worship around the campfire
· Saturday morning, breakfast (food provided), devotion, fun
around the river.
· Depart Saturday around 11 am
What to bring
Tent, Sleeping Bag, Camp chairs, Bug Repellent, Swim Trunks &
Swim Towel, Warm Clothing for Friday evening, Bible
Optional
Pillow, Sleeping Mat, Lantern, Flashlight, Sunglasses,
Sunscreen, Snacks.
Questions? Contact: James Cain (828) 429-9767 or Jennifer Cain –
[email protected] , (704) 533-3928
Welcome to the Family!
Praise God for adding to the number! We are privileged to have Ken & Patsy James
and Elaine Hamby place their official membership with Lake Lure Baptist. We thank
our Lord for giving you the desire to serve at LLBC and we look forward to many years
of faithfully serving alongside of you.
Pastor Anton
To God be the Glory!! What a bunch of fun we had at VBS 2015!
Pray that God would continue to water the seeds of His Word in these young hearts!
Praise God for His saving power, Conner Young and Alyssa Vickers committed their
life to Christ! Malorie Upton decided to take the next step in her faith by being
baptized. We look forward to running the race with these new believers.
The total number of Children that were ministered to over the week of VBS was 50,
the high attendance evening was 44 kids. We averaged 40 volunteers each
evening.
VBS would not have been possible if not for your hard work, sacrifice, countless
volunteer hours, donations of finances and goods and most of all prayers.
Our church family truly glorified God by Proclaiming His Cross, Living His Word and
Demonstrating His Heart! You’re the BEST!
I am so honored to serve alongside each one of you!
Your fellow VBS worker,
Lilani Roos
LLBC VBS Director
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Men’s Ministry
ALL IN
- A Faith That Conquers Fear.
Josh 1:1-9 After the death of Moses the Lord speaks to Joshua about leading the Israelites into the promised land.
God’s word to Joshua is “to be strong and courageous”. He says it three times and in
verse 9 He tells him, “not to be terrified or discouraged for the Lord your God will be
with you wherever you go”.
God gave Joshua something to have, to do and to be, just as he has for us today.
To Have- His presence, power, and promises.
To Do- To lead the people to the Promised Land and obey His word.
To Be- Strong and Courageous.
You can see God’s encouragement to us, all through scripture.
Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation whom shall I fear.
John 14:27b Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Jos 23:14 Joshua’s farewell to the leaders “Now I am about to go the way of all the
earth. You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all of the good promises
the Lord gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled, not one has failed.
What are your circumstances, challenges, and fears?
May I encourage you with the following scripture?
Jos.23:9-10 says, “The Lord fights for you just as he promises. So be careful to love
the Lord your God.
Men join us on Friday mornings at 7:30 for prayer and devotions.
Tom Horner
Men’s Ministry Director
Men’s Breakfast
@ LLBC
July 25, 8:30 am
Contact Persons:
Tom Horner: 828-551-1234
Luke Rich: 828-625-0832
“I see the Father at work around me, that is my
invitation to adjust my life to Him and join Him
in that work.” Henry Blackaby
Starting Wed. July 15th
@ 6:30pm
For K—6th graders.
Kids Experiencing
God at Home is a resource to help kids discover
how they can experience God in
their everyday lives. Based on the
writings of Henry Blackaby and
the seven realities of Experiencing
God, the Experiencing God at Home,
Kids Edition is packed with fun
games and activities
designed to show kids how they
can discover and join God in His
work.
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A Holy Life
Leviticus 11:44-45
As Christians we live a life that is different---morally excellent, ethically beautiful. It's called a holy life. And God honors that. Because it's like He is. And according to Ephesians 5:1, we are to mimic God, living as He lives.
All of our Christian lives we have sung the old hymn "Take Time to Be Holy."
Those words are true. It does take time to be holy. It certainly takes time to be
mature. It takes time to cultivate a walk with the Lord that begins to flow naturally, because the enemy is so much more assertive and powerful than we . . . and
so creative, so full of new ideas on how to derail us and demoralize us.
We need to lock onto that power that comes from God's presence and invite
Him to cleanse our thoughts, to correct our foul speech, to forgive us completely, and make us holy vessels who, like those winged seraphim, spend our days
bringing glory to His holy name.
Take a really honest look at your walk. Are there any areas where old sins have
begun to take control again? This would be a wonderful time to allow Him to
bring fresh order out of longstanding chaos.
God has called us to be holy, so let's be holy.
Excerpted from Day by Day with Charles Swindoll, Copyright © 2000 by
Charles R. Swindoll, Inc. (Thomas Nelson Publishers).
Breaking Ground for
Phase 2A
We praise God for His provision of the funds to be able to break ground on Phase 2A
on July 5. Phase 2A is the expanding of the “old building” towards the river. We will be
creating a 18 x 55 foot room that will give added space for fellowship, Sunday school,
youth and children’s ministry.
Currently we have enough funds in the bank, and commitments for donated labor, to
complete the outside of Phase 2A. Yes! God continues to bless LLBC with all she
needs to continue in effective ministry for His Kingdom. We are in need of a further
$20 000 in order to complete Phase 2A. Would you consider making a sacrificial gift
towards this needed expansion campaign? We need your support in order to complete
this phase of the building campaign without going into debt. Please feel free to call me,
if you need more information or are able to contribute. 828 429 8825
Pastor Anton
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Missions
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Country
Lagos
Mumbai
Karachi
Dhaka
Kolkata
Kinshasa
Delhi
Shanghai
Addis Ababa
Tokyo
Nigeria
India
Pakistan
Bangladesh
India
Congo DR
India
China
Ethiopia
Japan
Population in
Millions
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30
30
The challenge for the Church, in this vastly changing demographic, “Is how to address
the current situation and as well as prepare for the future.” One particular challenge
noted by Johnstone is that 23% of the world’s population, that is two billion, will be slum
dwellers by the year 2050. This will entail a strategy directly aimed at addressing this
situation with Christian workers fully committed to live and minister among this huge
segment of the cities.
What is our responsibility in the present hour and how do we as a local church prepare
to commit human and financial resources to address the challenge? These are questions to which we must seek the Lord’s wisdom and then plan to address as the Lord of
the harvest provides human and financial resources. What a blessing it will when we
hear our Lord say, “Lake Lure Church, blessed are you for being faithful in the time of
harvest.”
Jim Colon
LLBC Missions Director
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Kids of the Kingdom
Patrick Johnstone, in his book, “The Future of the Global Church,” notes that by the
year 2050 the urbanization of our planet will include 23 cities of over 20 million which
are termed meta-cities. Projections of urbanization include 46 cities of 10-20 million
listed as super-giants. Ninety one cities of 5-10 million are called super-cities and
mega-cities of 1-5 million are projected to increase to 521. In total 805 cities of over
one million.
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Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom
of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
Wow, what an awesome VBS! Lilani headed up such a blessing to so many children.
Praise the Lord, two kids accepted the Lord as their Savior on Thursday night. It was
such a great time for all those involved. The kids are already looking forward to the one
next year.
Sunday, July 5, will begin a big change in the children’s ministry! Thank you to all who
came out for the special training we did for those working with the children. Now those
new policies begin to take place. Parents, there is an information sheet for you that
gives all the new details. Personal items such as diaper bags and sippy cups will need
to have a child’s name on them. The biggest change will be signing in and out of a
child. Parents must sign a child in and receive a tag for nursery and children’s church.
Once service is over, parents MUST return their tag to retrieve their child. We are a
growing church and need to start implementing safety procedures. This is a great time
in children’s ministry at LLBC. We hope you would come join us and be a part of
things.
July 27 from 10 am - 3pm there will be a lemonade stand set up at Cedar Creek Stables. The kids are doing this fundraiser again to help with the building project of phase
2. I will need lots of lemonade and cookies for the kids to sell. I also need extra chaperones to help things run smoothly. There will be a sign-up sheet in the fellowship hall to
help with the needs or you can see me if you are willing to assist with this great project.
Calling all fathers and sons!! July 31 and Aug 1 will be the annual Father/Son campout.
We will announce the location a little later, but be prepared to bring your tents, sleeping
bags and fishing poles. Please let James or I know if you are interested. It is a great
time for the men and boys to fellowship and mentor together. It is open to all males of
all ages of the church. There will be a sign-up sheet and more details to follow.
There will also be a church wide pet show on Aug 28 from 5-8 pm. We will have a
‘pack your own picnic’ supper and fellowship time together. This will be a fundraiser to
help with the needs of our local Humane Society. The entry fee will be an item from the
list of needs that will be handed out closer to the time.
Anyone still wanting to help with the children’s ministry on Sunday or Wednesday
please see me. There is still a place for you to serve. The children’s ministry is growing here at LLBC and you don’t want to miss being a part of it!
Jennifer Cain
Children's Ministry Director
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Don’t Give Up!
Bible Reading: Galatians 6:7-10
Don’t get tired of doing what is good. Galatians 6:9
NO SUPERMARKETS. No pizza delivery. No convenience stores. No drivethroughs. No restaurants.
That’s what things were like when the apostle Paul wrote his letter to the
churches of Galatia. You see, in those days, most people grew their own food in
their own fields.
During the spring they would have to work long, hard days plowing the ground
and planting seeds. Then all summer they would take care of what they had
planted, which involved weeding, watering, and keeping the wild animals from
stealing or destroying their crops. In the fall they would harvest and store their
food for the winter.
If a man and his family got tired of planting or weeding or harvesting and decided to quit, they would be in big trouble. The only way they could be assured of
having something to eat that winter would be to keep going. They couldn’t run
down to the grocery store or supermarket for a can of creamed corn. They
couldn’t order a pizza. If they didn’t work hard through the spring, summer, and
fall, they would go hungry all winter.
It’s the same with us. Fighting temptation and making right choices can be hard.
It can be a pain sometimes to be the only one in your family (or class or neighborhood) who’s trying to do right. That’s why Paul, in today’s Bible reading,
says, “Don’t get tired of doing what is good. Don’t get discouraged and give up,
for we will reap a harvest of blessing at the appropriate time” (Galatians 6:9).
No matter how hard it gets, don’t give up. No matter who makes fun of you,
don’t get discouraged. No matter how tough it is, don’t get tired. Keep leaning
on God. Keep asking him to help you. Keep making right choices.
It may not be easy, but it will be worth it. God’s Word assures us that those who
persevere will someday “reap a harvest of blessing at the appropriate time.”
REFLECT: Do you ever get tired of fighting temptation and making right choices? Do you ever get discouraged and feel like giving up? What does God’s
Word promise to you if you keep following God and obeying his Word?
PRAY: “Father God, I do get tired of fighting temptation and making right choices sometimes. Thank you for the encouragement to keep following you—and
for your promise that I’ll ‘reap a harvest of blessing at the appropriate time’ if I
don’t give up. Help me to keep going and to please you in everything I do.”
*** From www.josh.org/youth devotions by Josh McDowell***
What a blessing to see so many kids at VBS! We have several more workers signed
up to help us with this growing ministry. Please know there is still room for you!
Over the next several weeks and months we will be implementing new policies.
Starting on July 5, we will have a new check in procedure for kids ages kindergarten
and under. With the growth of the church, we need to bring several of our policies and
procedures up to date. We began with background checks and training for all those
working with children. There will also be a new sign in procedure. You will receive a
tag upon checking in your child and MUST present the tag upon retrieving your child
after service.
Diaper bags, sippy cups and all other personal items need to be marked with the
child's name. There will be a information sheet given out this Sunday. Please make
sure to read over the details and let me know if you have any questions.
It is an exciting time in the kids ministry! Please keep it in your prayers and even better
jump in to see how God is working in the lives of these young ones and their families.
Come be a part of all God is doing at LLBC!
In His Service,
Jennifer Cain
Lake Lure Baptist Children's Ministry Director
[email protected]
(704) 533-3928
“This is an important lesson for your children to learn.
If they compare themselves to others, they will likely be
content in their walk. If they compare themselves to Christ,
they will continually strive for holiness and Christlikeness.”
"For every look at self, take ten looks at Christ"
Robert Murray M'Cheyne
Sun
Mon
5 Praise Team Practice,
9am
Sunday School, 9:45am
Worship, 11am
Baby Dedication,
Groundbreaking Service
& Fellowship Meal, 11am
Nancy Johnson
6
12 Praise Team Practice,
9am
Sunday School, 9:45am
Worship, 11am
Baptismal Service, 11am
13
July 2015
Tue
7
14 GRBA Pastor’s
Conference, 11am
Wed
20
21
Missions Emphasis
26 Praise Team Practice,
9am
Sunday School, 9:45am
Worship, 11am
27
Kids Ministry Lemonade
Stand @ Cedar Creek
Stables, 10am-3pm
GRBA Quarterly meeting
28
Fri
Sat
1 Praise/Sound Team
Practice 5pm
Adult & Kids Bible Study
& Prayer, 6:30pm &
Youth Minute to Win it
Challenge
Kathy Goss
Rachael Rich
2
Bi-Vocational Pastor’s
meeting 6:30Pm GRBA
3 Prayer Meeting,
7:30am
8 Praise/Sound Team
Practice 5pm
Adult & Kids Bible Study
& Prayer, 6:30pm
S3 6:30pm
Baptismal Service,
6:30pm
9
10 Prayer Meeting,
7:30am
11
Micheala Nelon (S3)
Jillian Cain
15 Praise/Sound Team
Practice 5pm
Adult & Kids Bible Study
& Prayer, 6:30pm
16
Bi-Vocational pastor’s
Meeting, 6:30PM GRBA
18 Pastor Anton to
Preach at Rutherford
Correctional Facility
S3 Youth Spaghetti
Surprise , 6:30pm
Ladies Morning Bible
Study Group at LLBC,
9-11 am
17 Prayer Meeting,
7:30am
S3 Youth Boys Fishing
Trip
Ladies Evening Bible
Study Group at LLBC,
6-8 pm
24 Prayer Meeting,
7:30am
25 Men’s Breakfast.
8:30am @ LLBC
Crystal Redmon
19 Praise Team Practice,
9am
Sunday School, 9:45am
Worship, 11am
Thu
22 Praise/Sound Team
Practice 5pm
Adult & Kids Bible Study
& Prayer, 6:30pm
S3 Youth Viking Games,
6:30pm
23
29 Praise/Sound Team
Practice 5pm
Adult & Kids Bible Study
& Prayer, 6:30pm
S3 Youth Viking Games,
6:30pm
30
Nicola Roos
4 Independence Day
Jamie Cain
Sandy Keenan
Jeff Lott
S3 Youth Hosting a
Church Comedy Movie &
Pizza Night, 6-9pm
31 Prayer Meeting,
7:30am
1
July 31 & Aug. 1:
Miles Nelson
Phillip Teague
Father/Son Campout
Adam Bowles