Thursday, December 15, 2011

Come this Sunday evening 5pm EWPC December 18

Our Singles Ministry will be participating in our annual "PARADE OF MINISTRIES" AND  CHRISTMAS PARTY
 
THIS SUNDAY EVENING AT 5PM
 
MEET ME IN THE LOBBY....GO TO     'THE GATHERING'    SINGLES BANNER
 
Bring some cookies/brownies for our cookie church fellowship following the parade and festivitiesl.
 
All of the Satellite churches will be participating so join us for a great time.  We will all march in the parade (indoors) then sit together!
 
Hope to see you soon.
 
Watch for  Singles Devotional Study to be emailed to you weekly.......
 
Watch for Details on our January Snow-tubing event......
 
Merry Christmas,
Becky and Roger 

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

This Friday Night....7:30pm....Christmas Party

Have received many rsvp's for this Friday's Party.....if you haven't let me know you are planning to join us, respond to this email or call/text 593-2117.  WE want to have plenty of food and room for everyone!
 
Current info:
 
Date:  Friday December 2, 2011
 
Who:  All Christian Singles (age 30-55)
 
Where:  200 Club Oak Court  Louisville, KY  40223 (Willow Wood Subdivision)
 
Time:  7:30-10:30pm
 
Cost:   $5.00 per person
 
Dress:  festive, casual
 
Bring:  Warm jacket, scarf, gloves in case we "Go Caroling" in neighborhood :)
 
Activities:  games, food, karaoke, fellowship, caroling....Celebrating the Birth of Christ together!
 
******Many of you have graciously volunteered to bring a dish....thank you!  Please contact me if you would like to bring something. WE need some side dishes. ******* 
 
 

Friday, November 18, 2011

corrected spelling: C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S

( just wanted to see if you were paying attention!.....ha)   Becky

Chrsitmas Party Friday Dec. 2

ANNUAL SINGLES CHRISTMAS PARTY
 
Friday December 2, 2011
 
7:30-10:30pm
 
200 Club Oak Court  Louisville, KY  40223
(Willow Wood Subdivision) Near intersection of Blankenbaker and Shelbyville Road
 
Food, games, caroling, karaoke, and much more......
 
Cost:  just $5.00 per person
 
RSVP to this email or call 964-3304 ext 1129  or call 593-2117
 
attire:  nice casual....festive!
 
********This has been a highlight, well-attended annual event.  Don't forget to RSVP as soon as possible. **********

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Re: Evangel Singles Bonfire - This Friday 7pm!

Event will be held at Billtown Church location.  Front lobby and front parking lot.   

On Wed, Oct 26, 2011 at 9:54 AM, Evangel Singles Ministry <ewpcsingles@gmail.com> wrote:


This Friday at 7pm... 
 
Drive to the next entrance past the Billtown Church entrance.  Look for the "Gathering" sign. 
 
See you there!!!





Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Evangel Singles Bonfire - This Friday 7pm!



This Friday at 7pm... 
 
Drive to the next entrance past the Billtown Church entrance.  Look for the "Gathering" sign. 
 
See you there!!!




Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Singles Hayride begins at 7pm Oct. 28

Start Time for Oct. 28 Annual Singles Hayride.....7pm
 
Getting alot of responses from Singles from all over the area.....Gonna be a Great Time!  Join us!
 
rsvp to find out what food you could bring. 

Friday, September 9, 2011

Fwd: Evangel Singles - "The Gathering" TOMORROW NIGHT!!!

We are meeting at the park.  See you there!!!!
 

Date: Thu, 8 Sep 2011 21:27:31 -0400
Subject: Fwd: Evangel Singles - "The Gathering" TOMORROW NIGHT!!!
From: ewpcsingles@gmail.com
To:

Follow up to the last email.  In case of rain, we'll meet at the Marks Feed Store on Bardstown Road in the Highlands.  We have our own room upstairs. 

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Thursday, September 8, 2011

Fwd: Evangel Singles - "The Gathering" TOMORROW NIGHT!!!

Follow up to the last email.  In case of rain, we'll meet at the Marks Feed Store on Bardstown Road in the Highlands.  We have our own room upstairs. 

 

Where: 

Cherokee Park Near Hogan's Fountain. 

Next to the baseball field.

(In case of rain, we'll meet upstairs at Marks Feed Store.)

 

When: 7pm

 

 

 Map of where in Cherokee Park we'll meet.

 

 

 

 Remember, In case of rain, we'll meet upstairs at Marks Feed Store.

 

Call Becky Goldsmith for questions:  593-2117

 

See you there!!!

 

 


Fwd: Evangel Singles - "The Gathering" TOMORROW NIGHT!!!

Follow up to the last email.  In case of rain, we'll meet at the Marks Feed Store on Bardstown Road in the Highlands.  We have our own room upstairs. 

 

Where: 

Cherokee Park Near Hogan's Fountain. 

Next to the baseball field.

(In case of rain, we'll meet upstairs at Marks Feed Store.)

 

When: 7pm

 

 

 Map of where in Cherokee Park we'll meet.

 

 

 

 Remember, In case of rain, we'll meet upstairs at Marks Feed Store.

 

Call Becky Goldsmith for questions:  593-2117

 

See you there!!!

 

 


Evangel Singles - "The Gathering" TOMORROW NIGHT!!!



 

Where: 

Cherokee Park Near Hogan's Fountain. 

Next to the baseball field.

(In case of rain, we'll meet upstairs at Marks Feed Store.)

 

When: 7pm

 

 

 Map of where in Cherokee Park we'll meet.

 

 

 

 Remember, In case of rain, we'll meet upstairs at Marks Feed Store.

 

Call Becky Goldsmith for questions:  593-2117

 

See you there!!!

 

 


Thursday, September 1, 2011

Evangel Singles - "The Gathering" Next Friday

Friday, August 19, 2011

Christian Concert with Singles this Monday night!

Plan to join us to carpool to the Christian concert night at the Kentucky State Fair...this Monday August 22.
 
Meet at Evangel Christian School to leave together at 5:45pm     5400 Minors Lane
 
Planning to get to the Fair in time to get our favorite "Fair Food" and eat together at the Concert site. (8pm concert time)
 
Get your ticket to the Fair ahead of time.
 
SEE YA MONDAY.
 
(If you can't meet us early at the school to ride together, then text or call me at 593-2117 to hook up with us when you arrive at Fair to sit with the group!)
 
Gonna be a great time,
Becky

Saturday, July 23, 2011

Evangel Singles - Dinner and Putt Putt





Next Friday!!!! dinner and putt putt

Informational Flier coming soon!!!!!
 
Next Friday....July 29....All Singles meet at McAlisters (Bardstown Rd) 7pm......head to Putt Putt Golf around 8:30pm(Bardstown rd)
 
call me at 964-3304 ext 1129 or respond to this email.    Gonna be a great time!!!!

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

NEXT Singles Activity....Friday July 29

Let's enjoy a Summer Evening with some good friends.!!!!!!!!
 
 
Friday July 29
 
7:00pm  Casual Dinner at McAlisters  6510 Bardstown Road 
 
8:30pm  Putt Putt Fun Center    5720 Bardstown Road
 
afterwards...some fellowship and ice cream at our home.
 
Plan to join us .....and invite a friend.
 
****************************************************************************
.......August activity.....Monday August 22...Early dinner and Christian Concert at KY State Fair.  Get your discounted tickets early at Kroger.  

Saturday, July 2, 2011

July 3 PICNIC at 5400 Minors Lane 1-5pm

I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU ALL ENJOY PICNICS SO I WANTED TO INVITE YOU ALL TO OUR 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION AT EVANGEL.
 
ROGER IS IN CHARGE OF VOLLEYBALL.....
 
    JOIN IN  SOFTBALL GAMES.......
 
                   SWIMMING POOL OPEN TO ALL.....
 
                            POTLUCK FELLOWSHIP......
 
                                        GAMES/ACTIVITIES/HORSEBACK RIDING FOR KIDS.....
 
                                                     BAPTISMAL AND TAG TEAM PREACHING SERVICE AT POOL 3PM.....
 
EVERYONE WELCOME !!!!!!!!!!!
 
 
 
 

Monday, June 27, 2011

YOUR FINAL DESTINATION ....Mon. tues. wed

Please don't miss the drama now being performed at EWPC 6900 Billtown rd  7pm June 27-28.  (Wed. June 29 City of Hope)
       YOUR FINAL DESTINATION
 
Perfect opportunity to invite unsaved friends or family members to see the gospel presented in a clear, compelling fashion.
 
no charge.   Come see some of your friends in our Singles group acting in the cast. 

Saturday, June 18, 2011

Rain or no Rain...still planning on 3pm activity

If the walk/ride is hindered by the weather we still have great activities planned for you today:
 
River Oaks Apartments   2400 Mellwood Ave.  clubhouse
 
pool table....ping pong.....skews ball table....racketball....monopoly....FOOD!!!!!
 
Thank you Marcus, for having us over for this event. (apt 923)
 
See you all at 3pm RAIN OR SHINE.
 
Becky    593-2117
 
(bring helmets if we ride bikes) 

Thursday, June 16, 2011

got an extra bike?

If you have an extra bike around, please respond to this email or text/call me at 593-2117.  We have a couple of singles who need a bike in order to ride with us Saturday.  thanks, Becky

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

please rsvp for Saturday activity

please respond back to this email or call 593-2117 if you plan to join us for either bike ride/walk or cookout at River this Saturday 3:00.....  Need you all to bring some sodas and food. Gonna be GREAT FUN>   Becky 

Monday, June 13, 2011

Address to meet for Saturday River event

Meet at 3pm  Sat. June 18   2400 Mellwood Ave   Apt. 923   Marcus Crouch home
 
Bikers and Walkers Leave from there.  Contact me if you have an extra bike for someone to use.
 
Meet anytime after 5pm at this same address if want to join us for cookout.  Please bring your favorite dish.
 
Bike ride/Walk begins at 3pm
Cookout/fellowship/Dinner begins at 5:30pm (bring favorite dish to share).
 
Call 964-3304 ext. 1129 or 593-2117 for more info.
 
DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT SINGLES ACTIVITY....EXERCISE< FELLOWSHIP>FOOD>FUN...ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL SPRING WEATHER AT THE RIVER WITH BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Evangel Singles Bike Ride and Walk - June 18



 
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General Manager
3701 Fern Valley Road
Louisville, KY 40219
F: (502) 966-9692
 

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Thurs. June 2.... 6:00-7:15pm Fellowship at McAlisters

Come join a great group of Christian singles at 6pm thursday evening for dinner and fellowship at Mcalisters Deli at Outer Loop and Jefferson Mall.  
 
See ya there,
Becky 

Saturday, May 28, 2011

Singles Picnic - Tomorrow!!!




****Sunday May 29...1:00-5:00pm ....5400 Minors Lane Picnic Pavilion...Annual city-wide Singles Picnic

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

PICNIC THIS SUNDAY! devotional for Thursday May 26

 PICNIC..........WATCH FOR DETAILED FLYER COMING YOUR WAY BY EMAIL TOMORROW!
 
 
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What is significant about the European Union?
read pages 73-78  "Jesus Is coming " by Diana Scheich
Presently consists of 27 countries who have joined together for strength, security and economic gain. This is the first time these countries have been in unity since the old Roman Empire fell.
Discuss ancient Babylonian king's strange dream in 600B.C.  Daniel's interpretation in Daniel 2.
Rome is rising again and getting stronger every day.....the Eurodollar.
Antichrist ..."Beast" will come out of this union.
After 3 1/2 years into the Tribulation, the satan-possessed Antichrist and the leader of the EU will turn on Israel and cause great fear, bloodshed and destruction (Dan. 7-9; Rev. 13)
See page 74 for full list of EU Members.
 
The New World Order Conspirators:
The Bible tells us that in the last 7 years of this age, a "beast" will rise up out of the sea and control the entire earth.  Antichrist.
Rev. 13:7-9
Five of the major organizations that have been planning for the New World Order:
Illuminati, Council of Foreign Relations, The Club of Rome (1968), The Trilateral Commission(1973), Bilderbergers.
The Bilderbergers purpose is a World Government by 2012 and a global army through the U.N.
 
REMEMBER:  the "wisdom of men is foolishness with God." 
The prayer of Elisha 2 Kings 6:16-17:  "Lord I pray, open his eyes that he may see.  Then the Lord opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw.  And behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha."  The armies of the Lord of Hosts, Jehovah Tsaba, are far greater than the armies of the Beast!" 
 
We Serve a Mighty God!
Becky
 
See ya Sunday at the Picnic!

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Fwd: UPCOMING 3 SINGLES EVENTS...devotional for Thurs. May 19



---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Evangel Singles Ministry <ewpcsingles@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, May 18, 2011 at 9:03 AM
Subject: UPCOMING 3 SINGLES EVENTS...devotional for Thurs. May 19
To:


WHAT ABOUT IRAQ.....WHAT ABOUT IRAN.....WHAT ABOUT ISLAM?
p. 65-72  "Jesus is coming" by diana scheich
 
IRAQ is the site of the Tower of Babel and occupies the same land as the biblical Babylon.  It was called UR and Abraham lived there before leaving for the Promised Land.  The first established city in the world was Babel.  Nimrod, a very wicked man, established the city where occult practices were born and flourished.
Read Gen. 11:9 ...where the people became so depraved and arrogant that God destroyed their tower and scattered them.
 
In 586 B.C. King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon came against Judah, destroyed the Holy City and carried most of her people away as slaves to Babylon along with many temple treasures....after 70 years they returned home.
 
Terrible judgment is pronounced on Babylon in the Tribulation...it will be destroyed in ONE HOUR! Rev. 18:8
Note:  The EU has built a replica of the Tower of Babel in Strasburg, France..."Many tongues, one voice".
 
IRAN is the modern name for ancient Persia.  Ezek. 38:1-5.  Russia and Iran will be driving forces in a coalition that will come against Israel to destroy her in the last days.. However, God will destroy them on the mountains surrounding Israel!
WWI:  Balfour Declaration...Israel declared the right to have a homeland again (2000 years after dispersion around the world)
WWII:  Israel became a nation again on May 14, 1948
WWIII:  (Ez. 38-39...a forerunner to WWIII)-Armageddon.
On Feb. 11, 2010, Iran declared itself to be a nuclear state.  Read Matt. 25: 31-46 for God's promise for the nations who come against Israel.
 
ISLAM was founded by Muhammad in 622 A.D.  He claimed to be a descendant of Ishmael (son of Abraham and Hagar).  Militant Muslims have declared a holy war (Jihad) against Jews and Christians whom they portray to be "apes and pigs."  Muslims do not believe that Jesus is the Son of God.  It is estimated that there may be 3-6 million Muslims in the USA. Islam considers the USA to be the "big satan" and Israel to be "little satan."  Islam believes in "conquest by the sword."  Muhammad taught that it is the will of Allah that Islam should rule the world. It will be predominantly Muslims who will come against Israel in the last days. Ez. 39:4  After this battle,   it will take seven months to bury the dead, and Israel will use discarded weapons for fuel the next seven years (Ez. 39:9-12).  Many Muslims will still be left in Europe and the rest of the world after this battle since this is NOT Armageddon.  It is believed that this battle will occur close to the beginning of the Tribulation. At the beginning of the 7 years, the European Union, led by the Antichrist, will make a move to gain control of Israel setting the stage for the last 7 years of this age....the Tribulation.
 
NOTE THAT ALL ARABS ARE NOT MUSLIMS AND ALL MUSLIMS ARE NOT ARABS.  Arabs are a race of people. Islam is a religion.  
Allah is said to be unknowable, distant and alone.
Jesus Christ invites us to have a personal relationship with Him..."Behold, I stand...." Rev. 3:20 
 
Enjoying a relationship with Jesus Christ,
Becky
 
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May 29....Picnic
June 9.....Help for Single Moms Seminar
June 18....River Bike Ride/Walk/Dinner
........watch for details to come this week on each of these events!................

Thursday, May 12, 2011

This week devotional thoughts....upcoming events!

Keep these activities and dates on your calendar:
 
****Sunday May 29...1:00-5:00pm ....5400 Minors Lane Picnic Pavilion...Annual city-wide Singles Picnic
 
********Thursday  June 9...6:30pm....5400 Minors Lane Prayer Chapel...."You Are Not Alone...Help For Single Moms" one night conference/ministry.  (child care provided)  Invite your friends and family members who are single moms. We can all learn better how to help minister to single moms.  more info to come.
 
**************Saturday June 18...3:00 pm... Annual Singles Bike Ride/Walk...homemade dinner to follow at Marcus Crouch home off Mellwood Ave.  (start and end there).  more info to come.
 
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Only 6 more weeks in our study of End Times....new study book TBA.  topic "Relationships"
read pages 59-64  "Jesus is Coming" by Diana Scheich
What will happen to the USA?
The Bible is not specific as to what will happen to the USA. However, these are the things we are instructed to do:
1.  Turn back to God 2 Chron. 7:14
2.  Be a Friend to Israel Psl. 122:6
3.  continue spreading the Gospel around the world. Gal. 6:7 (USA responsible for sending 85% of Gospel around the world)
Warning to the church in USA:
Since so many Christian believers live in the USA, our country could be so weakened and confused after the Rapture that it could join the European Union thus allying itself with the Antichrist.  A country can become so arrogant and believe it is a Super Power that grave judgment can come. (Look at Israel's history of arrogance, judgment, and repentance)  Joel 2:12-14
George Washington said:  "It is impossible to rightly govern the world without God and Bible."
Pray prayer for our country Page 61.
 
What about Israel?
It is said that Israel is God's time clock for the world.  Matt. 24:32-34
fig tree represents Israel in the Bible.
Israel was not a nation for 2,534 years...until 1948.  Jesus said this is the generation that would see end-time events take place.
Is. 62:1, 6.  Gen. 12:3
The Jews have given us: the sacred scriptures, the prophets, the patriarchs, Mary/Joseph/Jesus Christ, the disciples.....
Jesus and His family were Jews, the apostles were Jews and the first Church were mostly Jewish.  Jews are not "Christ haters" and should not be persecuted.  Israel is beloved by the Father and in everlasting covenant with Him (Gen. 17:17) even though some Jewish people and leaders wanted to see Christ killed when He walked this earth.
Until the second coming of Christ, all departed believers will be with Christ in Heaven. 
Israel will be our home forever after all prophetic events take place.  This planet will never be destroyed again because Jesus will come back in His glory and restore the earth to its original glorious state (Rev. 21)
Gen. 12:3    Psl. 122:6
Pray for Israel!
 
THIS SUNDAY MAY 15.....A NIGHT TO HONOR ISRAEL...5PM....EVANGEL WORLD PRAYER CENTER...SPECIAL GUEST 'THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND'.......COME EARLY TO GET PARKING AND SEAT.
 
Blessings,
Becky   

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

McAlisters Tomorrow

MEET US AT MCALISTERS DELI AROUND 6:15PM TOMORROW (THURSDAY MAY 5).  WE WILL EAT TOGETHER AND VISIT FOR AN HOUR OR SO.
 
                                                                   SEE YA THERE!
 
Mcalisters across from Jefferson Mall, Outer Loop.
 
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MEMORIAL DAY SINGLES CITY-WIDE PICNIC.....SUNDAY MAY 29  1PM-5PM.  BRING YOUR LUNCH AND CASUAL CLOTHES.
VOLLEYBALL, CORN TOSS, MUSIC, GAMES, FUN!    PICNIC PAVILLION 5400 MINORS LANE

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

devotional thoughts for Thurs. April 28, 2011....NEXT week Meet at Mcalisters for dinner 6-7:15pm

p53-56  Dianna Schiech  "Jesus is Coming"
The Last Great War:
It is almost unbelievable to think that there will still be many on the earth who have rebellious hearts and desire to be free from Christ's rule in the prosperous, peaceful Millennium.  Rev. 20:7-10 tells of a short season when the Deceiver will be loosed at the end of the 1,000 years again.  He and the ones who rebel will surround Jerusalem to attempt to defeat Christ one last time.  At this time, God the Father will call down  fire from Heaven and destroy everyone who dares to come against Christ!  FINALLY SATAN WILL BE THROWN INTO THE LAKE OF FIRE TO JOIN THE ANTICHRIST AND FALSE PROPHET AND BE BOUND THERE FOREVER AND EVER!
                             ******THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER WAR !!!!!! ***********
 
The Great White Throne Judgment:
This is the Judgment for all people who rejected Christ as Lord and Savior.
All unbelievers will be resurrected from the seas and ashes of the earth to stand before Christ.  The power, prestige, rebellion and lusts of the world that were so important to them during earth life will not help them at all when they stand before God Almighty (Rev. 20:11-15)
The Book of Life will reveal only the names of the saved. All unsaved will go to the Lake of Fire.  There will be levels of punishment (Rom. 2:6) just like there are levels of rewards in Heaven.
Matt. 7:21 says..."...not every man that saith to me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven..."
******Only by faith in the Cross and cleansing by the Blood of Christ can our names be recorded in the Book of Life. *******
 
The New Heavens and the New Earth:
2 Peter 3:10-13:  After the final judgment of unbelievers at the end of the Millennium, God will cleanse the entire earth with fire.
Rev. 21:1-5   The Holy City of New Jerusalem:
1,500 miles square
God will dwell with men
No more crying and no more death
No more pain or sorrow
12 gates of pearl guarded by 12 majestic angels
12 foundations of the city will be made out of different beautiful gems
the walls will be jasper
the city, itself, will be as pure gold
no seas will be on the earth
a river proceeding from the throne of God that will be clear as crystal
tree of Life will be there for the healing of the nations
the Lamb's Name will be on every believer's forehead
It will always be day, illuminated from the Lord
There will be no more night
The saints will live and rule with Christ forever and ever (Is. 65:17, Rev. 21-22)
 
Outside the City:
Rev. 21:8..."but the cowardly.....burns with fire and brimstone..."
Rev. 21:15..."outside.....whoever loves and practices a lie".
Rev. 22:17..."and the Spirit and bride say, Come!  And let him who hears say, Come!  And let him who thirsts come.  Whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely"
 
NEXT DEVOTIONAL.......WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO THE USA ??????!!!!!!!!   stay tuned here.
 
Watching for His return,
Becky
 
Mark calendars for big May Singles Event....Sunday May 29   1:00-5:00pm 5400 Minors Lane Picnic pavillion....games, activities, fun, fellowship.  Bring your own picnic lunch!  dress casual.  see ya there!

Thursday, April 21, 2011

tonight Source Group devotional

Had a great time with you all last Saturday night at Clifton's! Looking forward to our Annual City Wide Singles Picnic Sunday May 29 1-5pm at Picnic Pavillion 5400 Minor Lane.  Bring your own favorite picnic lunch.  We will have music, games, activities for everyone.
 
 
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The Second Coming of Jesus Christ
read pages 45-50 "Jesus is coming" by Diana Scheich
Rapture: happens before 2nd coming,  we GO UP to meet Christ, saints are delivered from wrath, can happen anytime.
2nd Coming:  happens after Rapture,  Christ COMES DOWN to earth, unsaved will experience God's wrath, all the world must hear the gospel first.
Matt. 24:14, 29-31
Zech. 14 describes that after horrible persecutions and trials, Israel will recognize and receive Jesus Christ as their Messiah.
Rev. 14:20
Jesus will take His throne in Jerusalem and Satan will be chained for 1,000 years.
 
What is the Millennium?
It is the 1,000 year period when Jesus Christ will rule and reign from Jerusalem after the second coming. Rev. 20 (refers to this 6 times)
A time of PEACE, HEALTH, and PROSPERITY..  All resurrected believers will rule with Christ and be His ambassadors on the earth.  Their resurrected bodies will be like Christ's and they will live forever. Rev. 20:6
No demonic influence or torment will be on the earth..
The people who escaped the upheavals of nature, wars, plagues and did not take the Mark of the Beast will repopulate the earth.
Read list of blessings that will be present then (page 49-50).
Christ will rule and judge the nations.  The sheep nations(those who befriended Israel) will be allowed to enjoy the Millennial Kingdom.  The goat nations (those who persecuted Israel) will be cursed and "go away into everlasting punishment" Matt. 25:31-46.
Zech. 12:10;13:1.  The curse will be removed from the earth that entered because of Adam and Eve's sin.
 
Premillennialism:  a belief that Christ will return at the end of the 7 year Tribulation.
Postmillennialism:  a belief that Christianity will eventually defeat all evil and then Christ will return to rule and reign on earth.
Amillennialists:  believe that the 1,000-year Millennium is symbolic and presently in progress.
 
.......The Millennial Reign is not the ending of the Story of the Ages.  There will still be one more great battle followed by the New Heavens and Earth.
 
It's Getting Exciting Anticipating the Rapture of the Church,
Becky

Friday, April 15, 2011

rsvp for Clifton's Pizza.....6pm tomorrow night

We have a great group already signed up for our Annual Thunder Over Louisville Clifton Pizza Company Dinner.
 
Its Saturday night April 16 6-8pm at 2230 Frankfort Ave.  Clifton's Pizza Company
 
Some will head home or to other commitments after dinner and some will head down to the Fireworks (nearby) together...totally up to you!  However,  dinner and fellowship will be A HIGHLIGHT!
 
Call 593-2117 or rsvp to this email if you  are planning on attending.
 
Next Event:  City-Wide Singles Memorial Day Picnic   5400 Minors Lane Picnic Pavillion  1-5pm Sunday May 29! come and bring a friend. 

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

RSVP for THUNDER SINGLES DINNER THIS SATURDAY 6-8pm CLIFTONS PIZZA COMPANY

RSVP TO 964-3304 ext 1129 or to this email if you are planning to join us for THE BEST PIZZA IN TOWN and THE BEST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP IN TOWN This Saturday 6-8pm at 2230 Frankfort Ave.
 
Some may carpool to watch Fireworks after dinner....some may just enjoy dinner with us.  Either way, don't miss out on a fun night!
 
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Devotional thoughts for Thurs. April 14....6:15-7:15pm at Minors Lane foyer for Singles Source Group Bible Study
read pages 41-44  "Jesus is coming" by Diana Scheich
 
The Judgment Seat of Jesus Christ:
This will happen after a Christian's death or after their Rapture. 2 Cor. 5:10
If you appear before this judgment you are saved but you will give an account of your deeds at this judgment....for rewards and/or loss.  Remember:  You truly can take nothing with you but your good works and the souls you win for Him!
Mal. 3:16-17.
(This is not the Great White Throne Judgment (Rev. 20:11-15) at the end of the Millennium...which will be for all of the unsaved people who have ever lived.)
 
Crowns for Christians:
5 different crowns promised for some Believers:
1.  Crown of Glory   1Pet. 5:4  for faithful Pastors and elders
2.  Crown of Rejoicing  I Thes. 2:19    for winning others to Christ
3.  Crown of Righteousness  2 Tim 4:8     for all who looked and longed for His return.
4.  Incorruptible Crown  I Cor. 9:25     for pure living on Earth
5.  Crown of Life   Rev. 2:10   for Martyrs
.....Revelation 3:11......
 
The Marriage Supper of the Lamb:
SOS 2:4....the BRIDE of Christ
3 phases to an Israeli wedding in ancient times:
1.  the Betrothal...type and pic of accepting Christ as Lord and Savior
2.  The groom prepared a place for the Bride.  John 14:1-3
3.  Wedding Day  (late at night)....a type of the Rapture of the Church.
Rev. 19:7-10
Parable of 10 virgins in Matt. 25:1-13 may be about Christian saints being raptured or Jewish believers being ready for the coming of the Lord.....EITHER WAY, ALWAYS BE READY FOR THE COMING OF THE LORD
 
Hope you see many of you Saturday!
Becky  
 

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Thunder over Louisville Annual Dinner....Memorial Day Picnic....June Bike Ride/Walk...Devotional for March 31

MARK THESE DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR:
Saturday April 16....Annual Thunder Over Louisville Dinner...Clifton's Pizza 2230 Frankfort Avenue... 6:00pm(rsvp by April 14)
 
Sunday May 29.....Annual City-Wide Singles Memorial Day Picnic...5400 Minor Lane Picnic Pavilion...1:00-4:00pm
 
Saturday June 18....Riverfront Bike Ride/Walk and dinner.....3:00pm-6:30pm
 
Had a great time with a table full of wonderful friends at Sake Blue this month!  Looking forward to getting with you all at Cliftons in April.
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Next week....Thurs. April 7...Singles Source Group at Mcalisters across from Jmall.....
 
Devotional for Thurs. March 31
read pages 37-40  Jesus is Coming by Diana Scheich
 
Will There be other raptures after the rapture of the Church?
YES! those who accept Christ and are martyred will be resurrected and ascend to Heaven (Rev. 7:9-17)
What about the 144,000 Jewish evangelists....who are seen in Heaven after these things (Rev. 14:1)?
The 2 mighty witnesses will be resurrected for all to see after laying dead for 3 days. (Rev. 11:11-13)
 
What is the Battle of Armageddon?
It will take place during the last days of the Tribulation.  It will take place on Mount Megiddo (Valley of Jezreel) in Israel.  This Armageddon is in Northern Israel.
The global armies will cover an area of about 150-200 miles from north to south.  The world military forces will fight against the Antichrist (leader of European Union--Revived Roman Empire and "New World Order").  Many think that the Antichrist will also command the armies of the West.  Zech. 14:1-3 describes house-to-house combat in Jerusalem.
1.  "The Kings of the south" (Egypt and her allies)  Dan. 11:25
2.  "The Kings of the North" (Syria and her allies which will include Russia)  Dan. 11
3.  "The Kings of the East" (200,000,000 man army from the Orient)  Will kill 1/3 of humanity as they march toward Israel. Rev. 16:12
The Ataturk Dam will stop the flow of the Euphrates River.  There is word of a costly superhighway being built from China to the Middle East currently.
It will be the worst war ever  Rev. 14:20.
100 lb hailstones will fall from the sky (Rev. 16:21)
Rev. 14:15
Rev. 16:17-21....world-wide earthquake...which will prepare the earth for the Millennial reign of Christ.
Babylon will be destroyed in one hour....flames...Rev. 18.
Violent Natural events will destroy much of the earth...volcanoes, hurricanes and floods.
Luke 21:25-26  "And there will be signs in the sun,....."
Before this great battle, there will be nuclear, biological and chemical warfare around the world.
*****The battle will be brought to an end by the appearance of Jesus who puts an end to a nearly gobal-sized battle that would otherwise finish all life on earth.********
Zech. 14:12...the plague against all who fought against Jerusalem....
 
AUTHOR'S NOTE:  THE BATTLE OF ARMAGEDDON AT THE END OF THE SEVEN YEARS OF TRIBULATION IS NOT THE LAST WAR...THE LAST GREAT WAR WILL OCCUR AT THE CLOSE OF THE MILLENNIAL REIGN OF JESUS CHRIST (P.53).
 
Let's Share our Faith in Christ with everyone we meet,
Becky  
   
 
 

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Devotional for thurs. March 24......ANNUAL THUNDER OVER LOUISVILLE DINNER AND FIREWORKS April 16

Mark your calendar for Saturday April 16.....We will eat at Clifton's Pizza on Frankfort Ave, then carpool to Marcus' home off Zorn Ave. to watch the Fireworks and miss the traffic afterwards!!!!!   Details to come!
 
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Read pages 33-36  "Jesus is coming" by Diana Schiech
 
Who is the Antichrist?
I John 2:18  
The Unholy Trinity:  Satan, False Prophet and the Antichrist (Rev. 16:13)
Satan always tries to mimic the things of God
The False Prophet mimics the Holy Spirit
The Antichrist mimics Jesus
President of the European Union(revived Roman Empire)
Israel will be deceived and sign the peace treaty.
This will mark the beginning of the Tribulation Period (Dan. 9:27).
Israel will be forced to worship him.
He will cruelly oppress the Jews and all believers (those who accept Christ during the Tribulation period) until Jesus'Second Coming.
Antichrist Names and Characteristics:
A Beast, Man of Sin, Lawless One, Abomination, Little Horn, Prince Who is to Come, Vile Person, King who does according to his own will.
How To Know the Antichrist:
(see 10 ways page 34)
What is the Mark of the Beast?
Rev. 13:16-18
Today, due to the economic crisis, the information explosion and modern technology, it is easy to see how the world is heading toward a cashless society.
Rev. 16:2 "foul and loathsome"
IF YOU MISS THE RAPTURE....DO NOT TAKE THE MARK!
 
See ya Thursday (6:15pm minors lane foyer) if you can make it,
Becky
 

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

This thursday March 17 Devotional thoughts....This Saturday March 19 Sake Blue Dinner

We have just 4 more empty seats at this Saturday's Dinner at the Japanese Restaurant - Sake Blue.  Call me asap 593-2117 to grab a spot.  Sake Blue Japanese Restaurant  9326 Cedar Center Way   40291 (Near Walmart at Gene Snyder and Bardstown Rd) 708-1500.  SEE YA AROUND 5:15PM SATURDAY!
 
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Read Pages 29-32  "Jesus is coming" by Diana Scheich
What is the Tribulation?
7 years....last 3 1/2 are the worst  Matt. 24:22.  It will be worse than all terrible events in history combined.  "Jacob's Trouble", "Wrath of the Lamb", "Wrath of God", or "Day of the Lord."
 
The Four Horses of the Apocolypse:
1.  a White Horse
2.  a Red Horse
3.  a Black Horse
4.  a Pale Horse
Rev. 6:17
As the 7 years progress, the judgments increase in intensity.  (see page 30 list)
It is estimated that 2/3 of the earth's population will die during the Tribulation.
 
Who is the False Prophet?
A false prophet is either called by himself, a false religious leader or Satan.  Rev. 13 porphet is commissioned by the Deceiver and Destroyer of the Ages, Satan, himself.
He will be a master deceiver and very influential religious leader who will assume spiritual control over the entire world, prepare the way for the Antichrist, mimicking the way John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus Christ.
False Prophet described in Rev. 13:
Will be able to perform miracles,  promotes worship of the Antichrist,   Controls the "Mark of the Beast" (666), and empowers the image of the Beast.  
Luke 21:8....protect yourself from deception.
 
The Apostate--False Last Days' Church
The Great Harlot   Rev. 17
The apostate church believes there are many ways to Heaven.
Traits of the apostate church:
1.  Deny the infallibility of God's Holy Word
2.  Deny the power of the Cross, Christ's atoning Blood and the power of the Holy Spirit
3.  Deny Jesus is the only Way to Heaven (I John 4:3)
4.  Draw attention away from Christ and to themselves or another (2Pet. 2:18)
5.  Greedy for fame and fortune (2 Pet. 2:15)
6.  Will not address sin or its consequences (James 4:8-10; 2 Pet. 2:19-21)
John 14:6    I Pet. 1:18-19
 
Blessings to you,
Becky

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

RSVP to this email for Sake Blue Dinner...Sat. March 19th 5:15pm....Devotional "the Gog Magog War"

There are a few seats left for our March Fellowship Dinner at Sake Blue.....5:15pm March 19th!  Enjoy the fun, food, fellowship.....rsvp to this email or call me at 593-2117 asap.
 
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Read Pages 23-26 "Jesus is Coming" by Diana Schiech
Read Ezekiel 38-39
Israel is the center of all end-time prophecy.
Zech. 12:2 (read)...a country less than 8,000 square miles!
After the prophet Ezekiel was taken captive by the Babylonians in 597B.C., the prophet Jeremiah prophesied that one day Israel would be reborn.  Ez. 37:21
Israel was allowed to return home and being rebuilding their temple in 537B.C....but they were never a nation again until May 14, 1948.
Its almost like reading today's paper when we read about how surrounding hostile nations will rise up against Israel in the last days soon after they are reborn (Ez. 38-39). Prime Minister Netanyahu recently stated that Ezekiel 37 had been fulfilled. So when will the Ez. 38-39 war take place?  Practically all Islamic countries want to see Islam retake Jerusalem and the entire country of Israel.
read Ex. 38:9-10.
8 participants:
Russia (Rosh), Central Asia (Magog), Turkey (Meshech), Turkey, southern Russia & Iran (Tubal), Iran (Persia), Sudan & Libya (Ethiopia/Cush), Turkey (Gomer), southern Turkey (Beth-togarmah), Leader of Coalition (Gog)..."and many peoples with you."
Ez. 38:13 indicates that possibly Spain and English-speaking nations will weakly protest the invasion but will not be able to help.  This is because God Almighty, Himself will take over this battle!  It will take seven months to bury the Dead (Ez. 39:12) and Israel will use the discarded weapons for firewood for seven years (Ez. 39:9).
Scholars believe that this war will take place right before or soon after the Antichrist and Israel sign a 7 year peace treaty that marks the beginning of the Tribulation period (Dan. 9:27).
After the 7 years of Tribulation, there will be a massive world war at Armageddon.
Rev. 6:4 describes the Second Seal....the Fiery Red Horse of the Apocalypse.
It is amazing to learn that only one-sixth of the opposing army will remain (Ez. 39:2).  God's Victory!
However, After the Islamic army suffers such great defeat, the way will be clear for Antichrist to gain influence and control over the world without much resistance.  There will be a false peace when Israel rebuilds their temple the first three and one half years of Peace Treaty.      
 
May we be keenly aware of the nearness of Christ's Rapture of the church.  Any day now!....!....!
 
Excited about God's plans,
Becky

Monday, February 28, 2011

This Thursday....first Thurs of month Source Group at McAlisters !!!!!!! Thurs. March 3 6-7:15pm

It's the first Thursday of March so let's meet for our Singles Group at Mcalisters (across from J-Mall near Family Bookstore).
We will eat together, fellowship, and share a devotion.  Come after work anytime from 6-7:15pm.
See ya There!
 
ALSO,  the reservation list is filling up for our Sake Blue Japanese Dinner on Saturday March 19  at 5:15pm    RSVP today so you will be assured of a seat at our group table.   (respond to this email or call 593-2117)
 
See ya soon,
Becky
 
 

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Devotional Thoughts for Thurs. Feb. 24.....rsvp for March 19 Sake Blue Dinner

PLEASE RSVP TO ME BY MARCH 17 FOR SATURDAY MARCH 19 DINNER AT SAKE BLUE (5:15PM).  RESERVATIONS HAVE BEEN MADE.
 
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Read Pages 15-20  "Jesus is coming" by Diana Scheich
 
Jesus Was Raptured! Acts.1:9
I Cor. 15:21-23
 
Is the Rapture of the Church Before Tribulation?
I Thes. 5:9
"The Church is mentioned 19 times in the opening chapters of Revelation addressed to the Church.  The judgments of the 7 years of Tribulation begin in Revelation 6.  The end is in Revelation 19 with the Second Coming of Christ.  The Church is not mentioned during the entire time the judgments are taking place." (Scheich)
Multitudes who accept Christ after the Rapture will be beheaded for their faith in Him (Rev. 20:4).
 
What Happens to Those Who Miss the Church's Rapture?
Heartache, regret and confusion will fill the earth.  Many will come to Christ throughout the Tribulation period.  Some will try to "explain away" all the people missing on the earth and rebuild cities and nations.
Martyrs:  People who accept Christ will refuse the Mark of the Beast. Rev. 20:4; 7:9-17.
Two Witnesses:  Rev. 11.  Two Jewish witnesses will lead many to Christ during the Tribulation, then be killed, then be raised from the dead, then will ascend into heaven!
144,000 Jewish Evangelists:  Rev. 7:3; 14:1-5.  
Those who take the Mark 666:  Mark of the Beast...if you take this you will be judged by Christ when He returns and thrown into the Lake of Fire and Brimstone (Rev. 14:9-11)
Millennium People:  These are the people who do not take the Mark of the Beast and who escape judgments and persecutions on the earth during the Tribulation.  They will be left to repopulate the earth during the 1,000-year Millennial reign of Christ.  They and their descendants will have to decide if they will accept Christ before they die or at the close of the Millennium.  Satan will have a "short season" (Rev. 20:7) to entice people to rebel against Christ.  FREE WILL is still key, even during this time. (Heb. 10:31...the Lake of Fire and Brimstone)
 
What are the "Times of the Gentiles" and the "Church Age"?
Luke 21:24.  Gentiles are any nationality other than Jewish.
Began when King Nebuchadnezzar took Judah captive in 587B.C.(2 Chron. 36:21) and ends at end of Tribulation.
*****some scholars believe that the Times of the Gentiles ended when the Jews took back Jerusalem on June 7, 1967*****
Jeremiah the Prophet (Jer.25:11)  70 years of captivity.  Babylon (present-day Iraq).
Daniel's 70 weeks:  Neh. 2:1-8.  The Church Age began after 69 weeks or 483 years.  The gap between end of 69 weeks and 70th Week/Tribulation.
THE CHURCH WAS BORN ON THE DAY OF PENTECOST AND WILL END THE DAY THE CHURCH IS RAPTURED INTO HEAVEN.
Last Week of Daniel's 70 Week Prophecy:  Tribulation   1 week--7 years
The last week of 7 years begins when Antichrist will persuade Israel to sign a peace treaty for 7 years (Dan. 9:27) and will end with the Glorious Second Coming of King Jesus!
Total--490 Years    70 Weeks of Daniel
 
Looking Forward to Christ's Return,
Becky
 
This Thursday at Minors Lane Foyer....Feb. 24
next Thursday at McAlisters Deli....March 3
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

EWPC singles devotional thoughts for Thursday Feb. 17, 2011..... March 19 JAPANESE DINNER

Read pages 9-14  "Jesus is Coming" by Diana Scheich
WHAT IS THE RAPTURE:
Eschatology- the study of prophecy.
Prophecy isn't to scare you but to prepare you!
Rapture means "Caught up"  I thes. 4:15-17
I cor. 15:42-44...also called the "Resurrection"
All Bodies of deceased believers and all living Christians will meet Christ in Heaven.
At end of the 7 year Tribulation period, Christ and "caught up" Christians and angels will return to earth
 
HOW FAST WILL THE RAPTURE HAPPEN?
I Cor. 15:51-52  Moment - "atomos" (in atomic second)
Don't take a chance on planning to "get ready for eternity".  Not wise!  Every prophecy in the Bible, up to the date of this writing, has been fulfilled with 100% accuracy!  What makes you think the rest of the Bible's prophecies will not be fulfilled too???!!
 
HAVE THERE BEEN SUPERNATURAL ESCAPES BEFORE?
Enoch:  Gen 5:24.."walked with God and he was not because God took him." Heb. 11:5  Gen. 6:7
God has warned people over and over again about turning from their wickedness or He will send judgment.
 
Noah:  Gen. 7:1-24  He and his family were miraculously saved from the judgment of the flood.
 
Lot:  Gen. 12:1  (1921 B.C.)  Gen. 18:23-33...not even 10 righteous people could be found.  God rescued Lot at just the last minute before Sodom and Gomorrah burned up.  His wife made a deadly choice.
 
Elijah:  He warned the people of coming judgment because Israel was embracing wickedness, turning from God, worshipping idols and committing gross sins.  He was named the "fiery prophet" because some of the miracles that accompanied his warnings were supported with fire from Heaven.  When God was finished with Elijah's earthly assignment, he "went up by a whirlwind into heaven" (2 Kings 2:11).   HE DIDN'T DIE!
 
See ya thursday,
Becky
 
Saturday March 19....5:15pm Early Dinner together at SAKE BLUE Japanese Restaurant next to Moes (Walmart) near Bardstown Road and Gene Snyder.  9326 Cedar Center Way   708-1500   Reservations have been made for 20 (MUST BE ON TIME!)
RSVP to Becky by email or call 593-2117 by March 17.
 

Sunday, February 6, 2011

New Book for Singles Source Group...."Jesus is coming' by Diana Scheich

For those of you who joined us for our Pre-Super Bowl Party, you would whole-heartedly agree that it was a great time!  Laughs, food, challenging conversation, life-changing prayer....all combined together to provide a wonderful night of fellowship.
Watch for March plans to come......!
 
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Get your copy of "Jesus is Coming...Is it the End of the World?" by Diana Scheich from me or from the Evangel bookstore. ($6.00 donation goes to the City of Hope ministry)
 
read pages 1-6
What Should You Believe?
Luke 21:28..."Now when these things begin to happen, look up and lift up your heads, because your redemption draws near"
Deut. 30:19..."I have set before you life and death...therefore choose life..."
How can a God of Love Judge the earth?
I John 4:8..."God is love"
John 3:16..."For God so loved the world..."
Free Will to CHOOSE.
Ephesians 2:2; 2 Cor. 4:4
Gen. 3:15, 19
Five significant signs for the end of the age:
1. Israel becoming a nation  May 14, 1948
2. 1967  ...the Times of the Gentiles  Luke 21:24
3. European Union   Dan. 2:33
4. great northern army Ez. 38-39
5. The One-week sign  2 Peter 3:8 Rev. 20
What about the Mayan Calendar and other predictions?
Luke 21:26...Only the Bible is TRUTH.  All other predictions are labeled as "abominations" by God.
Deut. 18:10-12  Acts 16:16-18   Don't be deceived in the last days.  Many of the predictions of man seem to ring true but their prophecies are linked with deception.
THE TRUTH IS THAT THIS EARTH WILL BE HERE FOREVER!  Life will end as we know it when God judges the world. 
Rev. 21:9-27.
 
Grab hold of this End-Times study.  We need to know the Word of God so we can share with others who are hungry to know the TRUTH about what is to come.
 
Blessings,
Becky
 
See ya thursday night February 10 at Minor Lane Foyer  6:15-7:15pm.  Bring your Bible and book.    

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Evangel Singles - Super Bowl Part'e



FEBRUARY FELLOWSHIP NIGHT IS THIS FRIDAY FEB. 4TH   7-10PM AT 10225 BARDSTOWN BLUFF RD. 40291. 

 

·     WEAR STEELERS OR GREENBAY COLORS. 

·     BRING A FAVORITE FOOD. 

  • JOIN US FOR AN ENJOYABLE EVENING AROUND THE FIREPLACE.....
  • GREAT MUSIC, GREAT CONVERSATION, GREAT FOOD,  LOTS OF LAUGHS.  

 

RSVP TO THIS EMAIL OR CALL 593-2117.  SPECIAL GUEST DIANA SCHEICH, AUTHOR OF OUR NEXT STUDY BOOK: "JESUS IS COMING...IS IT THE END OF THE WORLD?"  ASK YOUR QUESTIONS REGARDING ENDTIMES (AND FOOTBALL)


McAlisters Thurs. Feb. 3 6-7pm.....Hoagland home Friday Feb. 4 7-10pm

Plan to join us for our dinner and our last devotional from our study book "Character Matters" tomorrow night at McAlisters (across from Jefferson Mall near Family Bookstore).  The food is excellent,...the atmosphere is relaxing....the conversation is stimulating!
 
 
FEBRUARY FELLOWSHIP NIGHT IS THIS FRIDAY FEB. 4TH   7-10PM AT 10225 BARDSTOWN BLUFF RD. 40291.  WEAR STEELERS OR GREENBAY COLORS.  BRING A FAVORITE FOOD.  JOIN US FOR AN ENJOYABLE EVENING AROUND THE FIREPLACE.....GREAT MUSIC, GREAT CONVERSATION, GREAT FOOD,  LOTS OF LAUGHS.  RSVP TO THIS EMAIL OR CALL 593-2117.  SPECIAL GUEST DIANA SCHEICH, AUTHOR OF OUR NEXT STUDY BOOK: "JESUS IS COMING...IS IT THE END OF THE WORLD?"  ASK YOUR QUESTIONS REGARDING ENDTIMES.
 
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Habitual Gratitude
read pages 144-149
Ingratitude is actually a form of selfishness, and it can be devastating to the feelings of others.  Have you ever sacrificed to give someone something to make them happy, and they showed no gratitude?
Americans must face the reality that we are in debt (owe a debt of gratitude). We are the richest, most powerful, most prosperous, most educated, cleanest, healthiest people who have ever been on the face of the earth.  At times we can also be the most selfish, self-centered, ungrateful people who have ever lived.
All ingratitude is basically ingratitude to God.  Gratitude as well as ingratitude can become a habit of life.  We can begin to see everything that happens to us as an opportunity to praise God.  Gratitude can be added to character.  Gratitude is a learned way of life.  It is the Spirit of Jesus and not the spirit of the world.  There is joy and meaning to be found in serving God, who has given us more than we could ever pay back.
Gratitude and contentment are the answers of true character to the discontented,    
 

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

This Thursday Source group.....Friday Feb. 4 PreSuper Bowl Party

Since we did not have Source group last thursday due to snow, we will study last week devotional this week.
 
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Flier will be emailed to you this week with info about Feb. 4 Pre-Superbowl Party at my home.
Date:   Friday Feb. 4
Time:  7 - 10pm
Location:  10225 Bardstown bluff Rd,   40291  (approx 3 miles south of Gene Snyder off Bardstown Rd)
Wear:  colors of your fav team:  Steelers- Black/yellow gold
                                               Packers- Green/yellow
Bring:  favorite dish or snack  (email me what you will bring)
games, laughs, music, prayer/share, food
Plan to attend. .......

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Devotional for Jan. 20.....Pre-superbowl Party Friday Feb. 4

*********Annual SINGLES PRE-SUPERBOWL PARTY Friday February 4, 2011***********
      10225 Bardstown Bluff Road  40291  (Hoagland Home)  7:00 - 10:00pm
        Bring favorite dish or snack (casserole, dip/chips, veg/fruit tray, dessert, etc...)
                                 RSVP to this email
                   FOOD, FUN, GAMES, SINGING, DEVOTIONAL, PRAYER
                      Mark your calendars now...bring a friend.
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We meet at 6:15pm each Thursday in Minors Lane foyer for our small group study.  Please join us.
 
9th and Final character Trait:  GRATITUDE
read pages 139-144  Character Matters by Dr. Mark Rutland
Gratitude:  Character In Celebration
Interesting story about Evangelist Kathryn Kuhlman....She faced a life changing situation in 1948 as her husband filed for divorce.  In 1948, a divorced, single female evangelist was not possible.  The sheriff who served her the papers, however was sent by God.  He said, "My office ordinarily releases the names of all divorce suits to the local newspaper, but I have been attending your services and am convinced God sent you to this crime-riddled county for a special purpose.  There is no need for anyone but the two of us to know what has happened.  God bless you and your ministry among us.  I am at your service."  Every year, until the day of his death, nearly 25 years later, that burly sheriff received an expensive flower arrangement on his birthday.  The card always said the same thing:  "with gratitude from Kathryn Kuhlman."
Homer Smith wrote a series of famous books.  "The Lilies of the Field" was made into a movie in 1963.  Mr. Smith was not a particularly educated man, but he was a Christian man with a great deal of wisdom.  Near the end of this story, by the use of an English lesson, Homer Smith tricked the old nun into saying "thank you" for building her church.  She had refused to express gratitude her entire life, but when she finally did, she found it to be a jolting experience.
Gratitude is not only among the very highest virtues; it is synonymous with the deepest, most profound elements of scriptural holiness.  Gratitude is diametrically opposed to pride.
We should spend the rest of our lives saying "thank you."  That is what real life is, an expression of gratitude to God.  Paul said: "I consider myself to be in debt, both to the Greek and to the non-Greek.  I am indebted to the whole world.  I am in debt to GOD!" Rom. 1:14.
Our author states:  "When I consider my own life, I must ask, 'who am I to preach the unsearchable riches of Christ?'  These are the same feet that hurried to do sin.  These hands were covered with blood.  Single-handedly I very nearly destroyed my family and myself.  Yet God scooped me up out of the gutter of the universe, hosed me down and filled me with the Holy Spirit.  He gave me back my soul and my sanity.  He gave me another chance with my family and allowed me the privilege to preach the Word of His kingdom.  Amazing! Yes.  Yes, the rest of my life IS a 'thank you.' "
The reason we resist the life of unending gratitude is fear that "thank you" implies responsibility.  We want to be free from the responsibility to "pay some of it back."  It is a great tragedy that many affluent think that somehow or other they deserve it all.
A sin of the Rich:
Ingratitude is, in general, not a sin of the poor, but of the rich, and we are rich!  Take a look...A kid who has never had anything and has no hope of having anything, who wakes up cold every morning of his life in a tar paper shack, is likely to be grateful for the apple he gets at Christmas.  How totally rich are we in comparison!!!???  Our author was staying in Ghana with missionaries for Christmas in 1980 when there was nothing there.  Borders were closed, store shelves were empty and the people were hungry.  Rutland wanted to give the pastor's son a gift but he had nothing to give.  He washed a used T-shirt and wrapped a $10 bill inside.  Rutland says:  "At supper, I handed the boy his one modest gift, and if I live to be one hundred, I will never forget that college student weeping with gratitude over a used T-shirt and a ten-dollar bill." 
 
Personal note:  It has been a life-changing journey during this time of fasting to read through the book "Always Enough" by Rolland and Heidi Baker. They minister to the poorest children on earth in Mozambique.  Here is an excerpt from their journal March 2001:
"They hadn't come for food (even though they were starving).  We were only able to bring two 45-kilogram bags of beans in our Cessna.  The shops were bare, as the few supply roads were under water.  Thousands had lost everything in the flood and hadn't eaten in days or weeks.  Many couldn't find the rest of their families.  But everyone here understood one thing:  They needed Jesus!   Everyone responded for prayer; everyone wanted Him, His forgiveness, His life, His salvation.  No one had any answers apart from Him.  We prayed with them into the night.  Jesus completely healed a lady who had gone totally blind and deaf--her husband had left her because she was no good anymore.  She and her family were so thrilled they didn't know what to do.  That testimony went out, and for the next 3 days people kept coming to Marromeu to find Jesus." 
Perspective:  Shouldn't we live in perpetual gratefulness for Jesus' salvation???!!!!
 
With a Grateful Heart,
Becky
 

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Devotional for Thurs. Jan. 13, 2010....Pre-Superbowl Party Fri. Feb. 4th


I have received prayer requests from so many of you....and we are praying everyday for you and believing for miracles!  Some of the requests are for financial breakthroughs...some are for healing of relationships....some are for physical healings....some are for favor in the courts and on jobs.  The list goes on and on, and God's mercy and grace goes on and on even forever!!!!  YES.  Continue emailing us with your needs and we will trust God with you.  We will rejoice together at our Feb. 4th party for breakthroughs!  Make your plans to attend.
 
********Singles Pre-Superbowl Party   Friday Feb. 4th 7:30-10pm  at 10225 Bardstown Bluff Rd..40291 WEAR YOUR SUPERBOWL    TEAM COLORS.......games, food, fellowship, prayer.....***********
 
 
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read pages 130-138 Character Matters  by Mark Rutland
Admiration and Worthship:
to assign worth properly is worthship.   Character is weakened when worship is forsaken.  As individuals and societies assign worth, order priorities and choose values, character is formed.  Admiration of particular individuals is one aspect of reverence.  It is not wrong to admire CERTAIN QUALITIES, ABILITIES or ACHIEVEMENTS of individuals.  However, Prov. 17:15 says,
"He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the Lord."
To idolize immoral actors, drug-addicted rock stars and characterless ball players is to revere the unrighteous.  We should show  respect and admiration for their ACHIEVEMENTS, but never forget that character remains infinitely more important.  We must see beyond popularity, past screaming crowds, more than mere wealth.  REMEMBER PROV. 17:15
Reverence, Rebellion and Witchcraft:
Leviticus 19:26-32 gives insights into levels of reverence. (read)
1. Reverence life and the body.
2. Reverence relationships and sex.
3. Reverence the things of God.
4. Reverence age..
Most of the passages from Lev. 19 exhort us with the words "I am the Lord."  He says that because He is reminding us Who made it!!!             
The society that despises its elderly hates both its past and its future.
There is a connection between common irreverence, disrespect and witchcraft, which is rebellion against God.  The New Age philosophy is not new.  It is simply ancient witchcraft born of rebellious irreverence.  The New Age movement is simply an attempt to bypass the sovereign will and omniscience of God.  Refusal to submit is rebellion, and rebellion is witchcraft!
Humility and gratitude are the enabling catalysts of a true spirit of reverence.  In right relation to Him, we find humility.
Respect for high office must also be taught.  Teachers are to be respected, as are elders, presidents, police, mayors and aldermen.  RESPECT FOR THE OFFICE, even if I disagree with the man or woman, assigns worth to office, which transcends personality.
Reverence for Sex:
Reverence for Sex is a deeply confused issue.  The reason pornography is wrong is because it makes sex too unimportant.  Pornography does not reverence sex.  The Bible does.  Sex is important because it was made by God.  Proverbs 30:19 mentions sex as equally wonderful, beautiful, important, and holy as an eagle in the sky.
Reverence and Life:
We must reverence life itself.  The reason abortion is wrong is because human life is the creation of God.  Life must be valued over convenience, over finances, over reputation and over relationships. read Psl. 89:7-11  In these verses we see that in reverencing God, creation, the whole natural order, the very cosmos is seen in its proper perspective.  The world now makes sense because it is made by God.  Birth and Death have meaning.  Everything is restored to order.  For the reverent, there is discipline, creativity and divine order in the universe.  Ultimately insanity awaits when character loses reverence. If society assigns ultimate worth to anything except God Himself, reverence turns to madness and madness to despair.  If I reverence that which will disappear, I make myself temporary and not eternal.
Words from the old hymn:  "when all around my soul gives way, He then is all my Hope and Stay."
 
Lets be people of Reverence,
Becky

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

January 6, 2011 Devotional...Reverence:Character and the Sacred

Due to the 21 days of prayer and fasting, we will postpone our first Thursday of the month gathering at McAlisters until the first Thursday of February.
PLEASE EMAIL ME YOUR PRAYER REQUESTS SO I CAN PRAY OVER THEM DURING THIS TIME OF FASTING/PRAYER.  GOD DESIRES TO DO SOMETHING SUPERNATURAL IN YOUR LIFE THIS NEW YEAR....  REACH OUT....BE BOLD....LEARN GOD'S WORD AND TRUST HIM TO PERFORM IT IN YOUR LIFE.  DON'T LET THIS OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN IN A CORPORATE FAST PASS YOU BY.  IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!!!!!
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  We are also planning a HUGE PRE-SUPERBOWL PARTY at our home on the Friday evening prior to the Superbowl.  Make your plans to attend.  It was a BLAST last year!!!!!
 
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 Reverence:  Character and the Sacred
read pages 123-130  Character Matters by Mark Rutland
Discuss Truett Cathy's decision to close his Chick-fil-a restaurants on Sundays because of REVERENCE.
Any man's true character is known not so much by what he learns or earns or owns, but by what he reverences.  If virtue is reverenced, virtue increases.  If virtueless success or characterless talent is admired above all, character erodes.  A dangerous step toward collapse of society is taken when blatant irreverence is touted as a virtue.  Think about the athletic or Hollywood "stars" we admire.  Modern American humor is frighteningly irreverent. What is sacred to God must not be funny to me.
In an interview, a certain TV performer on a popular comedy show explained that their success came from their determination that absolutely nothing was sacred.
A massive advertising campaign was used to promote a recent motion picutre and it was proclaimed as being "wildly irreverent, the 'must-see' picture of the summer."  Has sin become a virtue, and virtue become a sin?
 
Reverence and Respect
As Rutland lectured in African classrooms, he discovered that his students stood beside their desks when their teachers entered the room.  Is this a picture of America?  Reverence/respect of authority?
We need an appreciation for true beauty/art/historic greatness.  There is a danger in the loss of humility necessary to see that a thing is simply wonderful, that it is worthy of my taking notice.  Reverence is directly related to humility.
 
Reverence and Awe
Our society has cultivated a deliberate boredom, a jaded resistance to being amazed, to wonder at anything.  There is something arrogant about a person who refuses to be impressed with anything.  We must teach the young a sense of wonder. (The Grand Canyon/great artwork/scenes of beauty, etc...)
REVERENCE is a verb, meaning to bow before.  In the Old Testament the word is used to show repect, to accord some exalted or sacred status.  Reverencing things outside myself helps me to take my eyes off my own importance.  It cuts away at my natural tendency to make myself the center of all thing.  It is crucial to emotional well-being.
Our author states:  "A contributing factor to the increasing madness of Western culture is the decline of reverence.  The loss of character in the West, particularly the loss of reverence , is a subtle madness.  Man at the center of his own life, with all his neuroses and fears, unable to get his eyes off himself, is destined for emotional and spiritual collapse.  Alone, man cannot stand the weight of himself."......what do you think?
 
Praying for you,
Becky