The Churchtown Weekly Thursday February 13, 2025
Learn-Grow-Become-GO!
Shout it in the assembly.
Shout it to the world. (Psalm 40)
22Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. 23For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. 24Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds! 25Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? 26And if worry can’t accomplish a little thing like that, what’s the use of worrying over bigger things? 27“Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. 28And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith? 29“And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. 30These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your needs. 31Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you everything you need.
32“So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom. 33“Sell your possessions and give to those in need. This will store up treasure for you in heaven! And the purses of heaven never get old or develop holes. Your treasure will be safe; no thief can steal it and no moth can destroy it. 34Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. (Luke 12:22-34 NLT)
“Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.” I really enjoy this particular teaching style of Jesus. It is inductive, that is, He teaches all of the points first and then culminates with the BOOM statement.
Here we see all the reasons why we as His creation should not worry about our lives and our everyday needs, and I think that is a great message in and of itself (of course) but did you pay attention to the BOOM statement?
The final statement speaks more about the very desires of our hearts than to the little things that make up our existence.
In other words, are our hearts set on Jesus or on all of the little things that make up our days? Do we see the big picture – or are we too engulfed in the thousands of little pictures? Do we trust God, our Father – or do we trust ourselves and the things that we have, or think that we need?
Great questions.
HEY YOU!
We need some voices to join the New Song Singers as we approach the Easter season! Yes, this means YOU! 😊 Come along with us and have some fun. It is a once a month (sometimes twice) commitment and it is very fun and rewarding. Just talk to Jeff and get on the text group so you know what, when, and where! Please consider it!
If you are a “regular,” be on the lookout in your email for this month’s edition of the Churchtown Monthly. Some emails I do not have the name of the person, just the email address. If you do not receive the Monthly and you should, let me know.
Financial Peace University 2025
Do you want to learn strategies to get out of debt and get a stronger financial foundation?
Consider Financial Peace University which will begin in March right here at Churchtown! You do not have to be a “regular” to be a part of this! Through the weekly, contact Brian. In church, contact Jeff S.
A fee is attached, but rest assured, we will not allow it to be an impediment. 😊
There will be a men’s breakfast and Bible study at 7am Saturday, February 22nd in the fellowship hall. Look for the sign-up in the hallway.
Moving forward in 2025, it is time to begin thinking once again of the future of the church and her leadership. Our annual Spring Meeting will be held Sunday, April 27. THIS IS ALWAYS A VERY IMPORTANT DATE IN THE LIFE OF THIS CHURCH. I URGE YOU AS YOUR PASTOR TO MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND.
We will hear a “state of the church” address as well as reports from the various growing ministries and outreaches of Churchtown.
We will also be voting for several leadership positions. They are:
4 council seats
Assistant Treasurer
Secretary
Although it is true that only members can formally vote, each and every one of you who makes this church what it is should plan to be a part of this important time together.
In the meantime, if you have been a member for a year and are considering positional leadership, begin praying about it.
CHURCHTOWN NEEDS YOU!
The first Theological Study day is taking shape rapidly! The title and theme are, “Biblical Structure and the Metanarrative of Salvation.”
We are looking toward Saturday March 29th from 9am until 3 pm. Look for the sign-up sheet very soon.
No, you need not be a regular “Churchtownian” to be a part of this experience!
You can now subscribe and listen to the
“Churchtown Podcast Network!”
Available on both Apple Podcasts and Spotify, just search “Turning on the Lights!” and “Churchtown Church of God Sermons” – subscribe and then leave a rating and a review! More folks will see it!
*Audio and video are always posted on our YouTube channel @churchtownchurch (there are 1,100 videos there)
Services of the Ordinances 2025
April 17 (Maundy Thursday)
July 27
October 26
Thanksgiving Eve Lord’s Supper
Remember, the single biggest reason given for why someone attends church for the first time is that a friend asked them!
As always, we continue in prayer for Churchtown, for our community, for the church universal, and for the lost everywhere.
God is good. God provides. Keep your eyes up and on the cross people.
Be well and do good, my friends. And, as always, Keep Looking Up! The lord comes!
REMEMBER THAT!
Opportunities!
We are always seeking individuals to be trained in technology. We would like to develop TEAMS that could rotate weekends.
There is always the opportunity to provide music – join up with the New Song Singers and / or talk to me about a special prelude or piece.
Gather-Grow-Become-Go
Churchtown Church of God
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Welcome to Churchtown!
We are glad you are here!
Our Children with, “Jesus Loves Me”
The Opening Word
Psalm 145 (NLT)
Note: We are still working through the music and it is subject to change after tonight’s NSS practice.
589, “Come Into His Presence”
#265, “Father, I Adore You”
“Awesome In This Place”
Our Time In the Word
1 Peter 5 (NLT)
#80, “I Love You Lord”
Our Time of Spiritual Care
“The Lord’s Prayer”
The Final Word
1 Peter 4:12-19 (NLT)
Your offering to the church is received with humility through the offering box located in the side room as you face the sanctuary. Thank You for supporting The Churchtown Church of God.
As a “little” church, we are always asking the question, “What CAN we do?” Well, we can start by caring for the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of each other.
We CAN serve the next person God places before us.
We CAN invite that person to church!
We CAN be intentional about going to church and strengthening ourselves and the body.
We CAN serve our community and show who Christ is to those who do not know Him.
We CAN PRAY, PRAY, PRAY – and we can REMAIN FATIHFUL!
I Love Being Your Pastor and Your Friend,
Brian
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