Last night we talked about what the bible says that is basic beliefs of the Baptist church and evangelical churches. We talked about the difference between the truth and the doctrines of other faiths like, the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Muslim faith, the church of Scientology. If you take time to find out what people and faiths believe about Jesus you can figure out if it is actually true. The Bible says that Jesus Is God (John 1:1;17), Jesus is God the Son sent from Heaven to Earth (John 3:16) that whoever will believe in Him, (how? by acknowledging your a sinner -Romans 3:23, Confessing your faith in Jesus' sacrifice and victory of death -Romans 10:9, repent and follow God - acts 2:38) will be saved (Romans 10:13). Other faiths may say Jesus is just a prophet, or an angel, or a good man, but the truth is Jesus is the Almighty God and it is only by the cross, His cross, that we can be forgiven, changed, and saved. Last night we had fun and we looked with respect on what others may be teaching, but in the end we discovered that the truth is the truth whether you believe it or not. For one young man last night, the truth became real to him as he asked Jesus into his heart.
In the last few weeks starting with Winter Retreat there has been an awesome change in our youth group. We are pumped to be here, we are really having fun being together, worshiping, playing, studying, and learning together. People's hearts are being touched and changed each week. AND the CRAZY thing is...its only the beginning.
If you are looking for a youth group, for a fresh start, or just for some answers, then come check us out. www.nebcbeaumont.org this website will give you all the latest on whats going on and where you can plug in.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Let's Get Fruity
John 15:8 says "This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples."
It is easy to look around and see who God's disciples are. They are the ones bearing fruit. Last Sunday in the boys morning bible study we talked about fruit that lasts, highlighting John 15:16 "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will last". What gets me so pumped up to be here is that in the youth group we are starting to see fruit, and not just fruit, but fruit that lasts. Since Winter Retreat, we have seen recommitments to Christ, we have seen changes in character, in motivation, and in the attitude of our group. God has been heard, and we are starting to respond.
Question: Have you responded to what God is trying to do in your heart and in your life?
This monday night we are having a monday night bible study in the youth room. Free Pizza, Music, videos, and student led Bible study. You don't want to miss this one. That's what I am talking about, fruit that lasts.
One of the fruits has been a bible study being formed on the campus at Hampshire-Fannett High School. Another is the vision to get a toy drive together to send to African children. Because of what we heard from our girls who went to the Revolve Tour, we are also looking at hosting a Hoops for Hope event. When you look in the eyes of the students whose lives have been radically changed by God, you see true fun, excitement, and passion. If someone could guarantee that type of fun every time we met, we would need a bigger building. As it is, we are starting to see new students visit, old students return, and in the weeks and months to come, there is going to be REAL fruit to look at, Fruit That Lasts. When that happens, as its happening, remember, it is and has always been Christ working in us and through us. It is God's power, it is God's idea. And for that we worship and praise Him. Come and join us: Wednesdays at 6:30pm, Sunday Morning at 9:15.
It is easy to look around and see who God's disciples are. They are the ones bearing fruit. Last Sunday in the boys morning bible study we talked about fruit that lasts, highlighting John 15:16 "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will last". What gets me so pumped up to be here is that in the youth group we are starting to see fruit, and not just fruit, but fruit that lasts. Since Winter Retreat, we have seen recommitments to Christ, we have seen changes in character, in motivation, and in the attitude of our group. God has been heard, and we are starting to respond.
Question: Have you responded to what God is trying to do in your heart and in your life?
This monday night we are having a monday night bible study in the youth room. Free Pizza, Music, videos, and student led Bible study. You don't want to miss this one. That's what I am talking about, fruit that lasts.
One of the fruits has been a bible study being formed on the campus at Hampshire-Fannett High School. Another is the vision to get a toy drive together to send to African children. Because of what we heard from our girls who went to the Revolve Tour, we are also looking at hosting a Hoops for Hope event. When you look in the eyes of the students whose lives have been radically changed by God, you see true fun, excitement, and passion. If someone could guarantee that type of fun every time we met, we would need a bigger building. As it is, we are starting to see new students visit, old students return, and in the weeks and months to come, there is going to be REAL fruit to look at, Fruit That Lasts. When that happens, as its happening, remember, it is and has always been Christ working in us and through us. It is God's power, it is God's idea. And for that we worship and praise Him. Come and join us: Wednesdays at 6:30pm, Sunday Morning at 9:15.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
WINTER RETREAT ROX
We just got back from my first Winter Retreat. RV Brown was the speaker and he was powerful, literally, benching over 400 pounds at 56 years old. The band did a good job in leading in worship, but it was this one song, Our Great God, that blew me away. I don't normally raise my hands or make a big scene in worship because I don't want to draw attention to me; but I couldn't help it, my bones and my heart and my mind were practically screaming for joy in worship to God.
Thought:
Jesus was sitting on a mountain side, He knew He was going to die. He knew that His death would provide forgiveness for anyone who would have faith and believe. After He died, He woke up, got up, did some more ministry, then went back to heaven. As if that's not amazing enough:
(there is a seat in heaven, the one who is sitting in it controls the universe, he can stop gravity, photosynthesis, he could just take a break and the laws of physics, the laws of science, and the existence of all life would end) So when Jesus got HOME to heaven, God said, "here, sit at my right hand, its now yours." The same guy who saved everyone who believes, is now running things in heaven and earth. And when we worship, we are going before Him on His throne, He is listening to us, and the best I can do is sing, smile, raise my hands, and offer this broken vessel, that is full of mistakes and failures.
So back to Winter Retreat, we had 84 people participate, we had 94 there including the bible study leaders, worship band, speaker, and the youth. It was incredible. If you were there, God did some pretty awesome stuff. I am changed, some of our students are changed. I hope in some small way, that we were all changed.
If you know what I am talking about, then tell me about it, reply to this post with what God is doing with you....
Thought:
Jesus was sitting on a mountain side, He knew He was going to die. He knew that His death would provide forgiveness for anyone who would have faith and believe. After He died, He woke up, got up, did some more ministry, then went back to heaven. As if that's not amazing enough:
(there is a seat in heaven, the one who is sitting in it controls the universe, he can stop gravity, photosynthesis, he could just take a break and the laws of physics, the laws of science, and the existence of all life would end) So when Jesus got HOME to heaven, God said, "here, sit at my right hand, its now yours." The same guy who saved everyone who believes, is now running things in heaven and earth. And when we worship, we are going before Him on His throne, He is listening to us, and the best I can do is sing, smile, raise my hands, and offer this broken vessel, that is full of mistakes and failures.
So back to Winter Retreat, we had 84 people participate, we had 94 there including the bible study leaders, worship band, speaker, and the youth. It was incredible. If you were there, God did some pretty awesome stuff. I am changed, some of our students are changed. I hope in some small way, that we were all changed.
If you know what I am talking about, then tell me about it, reply to this post with what God is doing with you....
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Parent Meeting Info
We had a great meeting this past Sunday. Here is a breakdown of what we talked about and what you need to know.
Jan. 10th Youth only cookout at Wingates – to discuss openly future of youth, open up opportunity for students to take leadership roles, to get input on current events and future events, to get evaluation of past events.
Jan. 25th – Youth Fundraiser Lunch, Chicken spaghetti, (clint’s Christmas party lineup) – 10 – 12 grade girls meet at the Kearns on 24th for baking fellowship, 7-9 meet at Andersons.
Jan. 25th – Tickets for meat sale are given out. $12,000 is minimum goal, $14,000 is target goal, $17,000 is our wish goal.
Sell to fire stations, local business (discount tire), big business classic cheverolet, Exxon, build customers for next sale.
Winter Retreat Feb. 6-8.
We will have a meeting Jan. 25th to settle final payments and to fill out permission slips, medical release and we will provide a notary
Feb. 1 – SuperBowl Party here at the FLC.
Games, food, and hopefully a good game to watch on the big screen
Revolve Tour Feb. 13-14
We will fill out forms at the same Jan 25th meeting and settle final payment. Total cost is $45 dollars.
New Sunday School curriculum has begun. Here is who I have confirmed for Jan – may 31
Barbara K
Neesie S
Cheryl K
Missy L
Monnica W
Donna E
Doug L
Steve C
As you can see, we need two more teachers for the boys.
The curriculum is very simple to use and teach from, it is fun to do and the students seemed to get it last Sunday. This Sunday I will be teaching from the discussion based plan, (there are many options to each section of the material). Starting on Jan 19th we hope to have our new teachers in place and ready to start in the breakout after morning motivational activity (department time).
We have a few student spots left for winter retreat.
Here are the sponsors that I have confirmed for Winter Retreat
Neesie S
Missy L
Angela M
Darlene L
Monnica W
Kathy K
David W
Aaron S
Taylor R
I need 4 more adult male sponsors
If your name is not on this list but you are definitely planning on going, please notify either Darlene or myself. I know I am missing some names but these are the ones that I have written down.
If you would like to go to either Revolve Tour (girls only) and/or Winter Retreat, I need to know ASAP.
ROUTE 56 PARENTSBeginning Jan 15th we will have Wednesday night Bible Study for RT 56. Taught by Monnica Wingate. We need a couple of adult sponsors who would like to help and assist in the program and teaching. If you want to help but don’t want to teach that’s fine, we still need a couple of adults to help kick this thing off.
Jan. 10th Youth only cookout at Wingates – to discuss openly future of youth, open up opportunity for students to take leadership roles, to get input on current events and future events, to get evaluation of past events.
Jan. 25th – Youth Fundraiser Lunch, Chicken spaghetti, (clint’s Christmas party lineup) – 10 – 12 grade girls meet at the Kearns on 24th for baking fellowship, 7-9 meet at Andersons.
Jan. 25th – Tickets for meat sale are given out. $12,000 is minimum goal, $14,000 is target goal, $17,000 is our wish goal.
Sell to fire stations, local business (discount tire), big business classic cheverolet, Exxon, build customers for next sale.
Winter Retreat Feb. 6-8.
We will have a meeting Jan. 25th to settle final payments and to fill out permission slips, medical release and we will provide a notary
Feb. 1 – SuperBowl Party here at the FLC.
Games, food, and hopefully a good game to watch on the big screen
Revolve Tour Feb. 13-14
We will fill out forms at the same Jan 25th meeting and settle final payment. Total cost is $45 dollars.
New Sunday School curriculum has begun. Here is who I have confirmed for Jan – may 31
Barbara K
Neesie S
Cheryl K
Missy L
Monnica W
Donna E
Doug L
Steve C
As you can see, we need two more teachers for the boys.
The curriculum is very simple to use and teach from, it is fun to do and the students seemed to get it last Sunday. This Sunday I will be teaching from the discussion based plan, (there are many options to each section of the material). Starting on Jan 19th we hope to have our new teachers in place and ready to start in the breakout after morning motivational activity (department time).
We have a few student spots left for winter retreat.
Here are the sponsors that I have confirmed for Winter Retreat
Neesie S
Missy L
Angela M
Darlene L
Monnica W
Kathy K
David W
Aaron S
Taylor R
I need 4 more adult male sponsors
If your name is not on this list but you are definitely planning on going, please notify either Darlene or myself. I know I am missing some names but these are the ones that I have written down.
If you would like to go to either Revolve Tour (girls only) and/or Winter Retreat, I need to know ASAP.
ROUTE 56 PARENTSBeginning Jan 15th we will have Wednesday night Bible Study for RT 56. Taught by Monnica Wingate. We need a couple of adult sponsors who would like to help and assist in the program and teaching. If you want to help but don’t want to teach that’s fine, we still need a couple of adults to help kick this thing off.
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