Sermon Preview:
Beloved Brothers and Sisters in the Lord,
This coming Sunday we will resume our series of messages from the Epistle to the Hebrews. Our text will be taken from Hebrews 5:11-6:1.
You will likely remember that chapter 6 contains some of the most controversial and disputed verses in the New Testament. In this section of the letter, the author warns his readers about the possibility of committing the sin of apostasy, and states that once this transgression has been committed there is no coming back, for repentance is impossible (6:6).
Before raising this most solemn topic, the inspired author urges his audience to “ go on to maturity” (6:1). In 5:11-14, we find the hallmarks of a mature faith, which we will examine this Lord’s Day. You will benefit from reading 5:11-6:20 as you prepare for the preaching of God’s Word.
Sunday School Resumes on January 10, at 9:30 AM
Along with our classes for Infants, Children, and Youth, our Adult class will examine the topic of ‘ The Church and the State.’ From the pages of Scripture, we will consider issues such as: the role of the civil government, the limits of civil obedience and disobedience, and the nature of Christian citizenship.
I hope you will plan on joining us as we study God’s Word together!
May our Father bless you all with a wonderful start to the New Year, and I love you dearly!
Mike
Announcements:
COVID-19 Message:
For those of you who are attending worship in person on Sunday morning, please practice social distancing as much as you are able and observe the pew markers so that we may keep a safe, 6-ft between families. During this time, we will not have nursery or fellowship time with food and drink. If any family member has been sick, or you have a pre-existing condition, please consider staying home and joining us by watching the recorded service when it is sent out. Masks are not required if you are maintaining social distance, but are welcome. We hope and pray that if you have any needs, you will let a staff member or deacon know so that we can serve you well during this trying time.
Sunday School:
Sunday School is on hiatus and will resume on January 10. We will have a time of fellowship beginning at 10:15 AM each Sunday, with our service of worship beginning at 10:30 AM.
Senior Fellows:
At 9 AM, Tues, Jan 5, 2021, the Senior Fellows will start a 4-6 week Zoom Bible Study on “Days of Creation”. The first session will introduce the issue, the history, the antagonists, and the general background. Members and visitors are welcome to join us. For more information contact: seniorfellows@christpreshamptoncove.org.
Prayer Requests:
Healing: Please pray for the health of the following individuals: Lincoln Ely, Rich Bagdazian, Zig and Virdia Jastrebski, Ramona Edwards, Bill Dent, Jacky Haynes, Steve Terry, Bill Cowley, Larrabee Kirkland, Elizabeth Holton, and Nolan Osmer.
Ministries: Please pray for the following missionaries and ministries: Seth and Jessica Lewis (Ireland); Steve and Rita Williams (New Zealand); Noah and Karleigh Stephens (Thailand); Vinnie and Molly Athey (RUF at UAH); Amos and Jessica Williams (RUF at Alabama A&M); Ken and Angie Burnett (FCA); Franky and Alaina Garcia (church plant in Canada); Dieter Paulson (church plant in Scottsboro, AL); Gannon Miles (seminary student); The Huntsville Pregnancy Resource Center.
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Address:
288 Old Highway 431
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