Sermon Preview:
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
This coming Lord’s Day we will consider the words of Hebrews 6:7-12 as we continue our series of messages from this epistle.
As you read over this passage before Sunday, let me draw your attention to verse 9: “ in your case, beloved, we feel sure of better things–things that belong to salvation.”
These words are like a deep, filling breath of fresh air in light of the warning given regarding apostasy in the previous verses. It is clear that the inspired author is seeking to bring assurance of salvation to the readers, the great majority of whom he believes are true Christians. He has no intention of creating unnecessary doubts in their hearts as to whether or not they are in the faith. To the contrary, his purpose is to give them the “ full assurance of hope until the end” (v. 11). If the warnings against falling away had caused any of these true believers to experience anxiety about their salvation, the author seeks to alleviate this by pointing them to the triumphant, unfailing, and eternal grace and power of God!
Coming on February 21
On Sunday February 21, we will begin a new Adult Sunday Class on the Book of Esther. If you would like a very good commentary for this study, see the link below. In the meantime, be sure to read through Esther a couple of times to get familiar with this amazing story of God’s sovereignty and power.
I can’t wait until we meet together and share in the goodness of our Father’s Holy Word!
You are my beloved ones indeed!
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.
Youth Group:
Youth Group meets January 24 at 4:30 PM at the church house.
Men’s Ministry:
Men’s book study of Calvin’s Institutes is meeting weekly on Tuesdays at 6:15-7:15 AM. We’re meeting upstairs at the Cooper House on Randolph Ave near downtown. All men are welcome to join us in building friendships as we discuss our lives in Christ at a practical level. If interested, please contact darondrown@gmail.com
Women’s Ministry:
Women’s Bible Studies have resumed for the new semester. Times and subjects below:
Mothers Morning Bible Study
Date: Tuesdays through May
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Christ Pres Church
Women’s Morning Bible Study
Date: Wednesdays through May
Time: 10-11:30 am
Location: Christ Pres Church
Topic: Book of Acts Ch, 1-12 by R. Albert Mohler Jr.
Acts 1-12 For You (a companion commentary ) by R. Albert Mohler Jr.
Women’s Evening Bible Study
Date: Wednesdays through May
Time: 6-7:30 pm
Location: Christ Pres Church
Topic: Book of Acts Ch, 1-12 by R. Albert Mohler Jr.
Acts 1-12 For You (a companion commentary ) by R. Albert Mohler Jr.
Children’s Ministry:
CPC Families,
We are thrilled to have started back our children’s Sunday school classes Sundays at 9:30 am.
We have the following classes:
Toddler/preK – Nursery (Amanda Dean and Moms)
K, 1st and 2nd – Middle Back Classroom (Amy Drown)
3rd, 4th, and 5th – Center Classroom (Ashley Turnbull)**
Additionally, youth meets at the church house. Contact Matthew Elliott for any questions about youth classes.
Please join us to study God’s word together again in small group classes. We are thankful the Lord has given us the opportunity to meet again this semester!
See you Sunday!
In Christ,
Ashley
Senior Fellows:
At 9 AM on Tuesdays, the Senior Fellows are having a Zoom Bible Study on “Days of Creation”. 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: Herschel Matheny, Rich and Christina Bagdazian, Dustin and Katie Jackson, Zig and Virdia Jastrebski, Ramona Edwards, Bill Dent, Jacky Haynes, Steve Terry, Bill Cowley, Larrabee Kirkland, Elizabeth Holton, and Nolan Osmer.
Bereavement: Please pray for Milton Johnson, whose brother died this week.
Expecting: Please pray for the Deans, expecting in July.
Birth: Congratulations to the Krietzers, whose son Elijah was born this week.
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.
Online Donations:
If you would like to give to Christ Presbyterian, you can do so at the following link:
Emails:
general inquiries: admin@christpreshamptoncove.org
benevolence needs: benevolence@christpreshamptoncove.org
counsel and ministry needs: matthew@christpreshamptoncove.org
men’s ministry: men@christpreshamptoncove.org
women’s ministry: women@christpreshamptoncove.org
children’s ministry: children@christpreshamptoncove.org
youth ministry: youth@christpreshamptoncove.org
senior fellows: seniorfellows@christpreshamptoncove.org
Address:
288 Old Highway 431
Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763