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2502 FLORENCE BOULEVARD FLORENCE, ALABAMA 35630 www.florenceblvd.org PHONE (256) 766-3617 email: [email protected] FAX (256) 766-3546 Worship Times: Sunday 9:00 am & 5:00 pm; Sunday School 10:15 am Wednesday: 7:00 pm Elders Todd Chastain Steve Clark Bill Hames Ken Vanhorn Mark Willingham Deacons Greg Allen Justin Beckman Kevin Clemons Jeffrey Cox Myron Crunk Mike Davidson Kevin Hunter Jamey Medley Dave Schmidt Matt Warner Don Williams Ministers Austin Johnson Cody Peery Secretary Sonya Cox January 26, 2020 Are All Religions True? There is a wave flooding our culture that says, “It doesn’t matter what you believe as long as you believe…it doesn’t matter which church you connect with as long as you connect with a church…all churches are just on different paths to the same place.” With all the love in my heart, not all religious beliefs can be true! #1—If all religious beliefs are true, what about the religious beliefs that oppose one another? They cannot both be true. If Christianity is true, then it’s dangerous to your eternal destiny not to be a Christian. Likewise, if Islam is true, then it’s dangerous to your eternal destiny not to be a Muslim. #2—Some say that no one should ever question another person’s beliefs because each individual’s beliefs are right for them. However, if my religious beliefs cause me to question and examine yours, are they saying I’m right for having a religious belief and also saying I’m wrong because my belief is to question and examine? This statement is self-defeating! #3—The Bible commands Christians to questions beliefs to be sure they align with God’s will (Deuteronomy 13:1-5; 1 John 4:1; Galatians 1:8; 1 Corinthians 11:13). Since we have a religious belief, supported by the Bible, that causes us to test and question beliefs, shouldn’t religious pluralists (people who believe all religious beliefs are true) accept that belief as true? Otherwise they would be self-contradicting. #4—When questioning someone else’s religious beliefs, often the response is a statement where Jesus cautioned us with judging (Matthew 7:1–5)? Jesus did not prohibit the making of judgments. Jesus prohibited hypocritical judging. All people— atheists, pluralists, agnostics, and Christians alike—must make judgments. Making a judgment is not what was is in question with Jesus, but rather, is the individual being hypocritical while making necessary judgments? “Since, logically, all religions cannot be true, we cannot subscribe to the new definition of tolerance that demands that we accept the impossible idea that all religious beliefs are true. We are to respect the beliefs of others, but lovingly tell them the truth. After all, if you truly love and respect people, you will tactfully tell the truth about information that may have eternal consequences.” Summarized & Quoted from: Norman Geisler and Frank Turek, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist (Wheaton, Ill: Crossway, 2004), 46–50.
Transcript of New Bulletin Format January 26,2020 - Florence BlvdFeb 01, 2020 · 2502 FLORENCE BOULEVARD...
New Bulletin Format January 26,2020.pdfwww.florenceblvd.org PHONE
(256) 766-3617 email: [email protected] FAX (256)
766-3546
Worship Times: Sunday 9:00 am & 5:00 pm; Sunday School 10:15 am Wednesday: 7:00 pm
Elders Todd Chastain
Ministers Austin Johnson
Secretary Sonya Cox
January 26, 2020
Are All Religions True? There is a wave flooding our culture that says, “It doesn’t matter what you believe as long as you believe…it doesn’t matter which church you connect with as long as you connect with a church…all churches are just on different paths to the same place.” With all the love in my heart, not all religious beliefs can be true! #1—If all religious beliefs are true, what about the religious beliefs that oppose one another? They cannot both be true. If Christianity is true, then it’s dangerous to your eternal destiny not to be a Christian. Likewise, if Islam is true, then it’s dangerous to your eternal destiny not to be a Muslim. #2—Some say that no one should ever question another person’s beliefs because each individual’s beliefs are right for them. However, if my religious beliefs cause me to question and examine yours, are they saying I’m right for having a religious belief and also saying I’m wrong because my belief is to question and examine? This statement is self-defeating! #3—The Bible commands Christians to questions beliefs to be sure they align with God’s will (Deuteronomy 13:1-5; 1 John 4:1; Galatians 1:8; 1 Corinthians 11:13). Since we have a religious belief, supported by the Bible, that causes us to test and question beliefs, shouldn’t religious pluralists (people who believe all religious beliefs are true) accept that belief as true? Otherwise they would be self-contradicting. #4—When questioning someone else’s religious beliefs, often the response is a statement where Jesus cautioned us with judging (Matthew 7:1–5)? Jesus did not prohibit the making of judgments. Jesus prohibited hypocritical judging. All people— atheists, pluralists, agnostics, and Christians alike—must make judgments. Making a judgment is not what was is in question with Jesus, but rather, is the individual being hypocritical while making necessary judgments? “Since, logically, all religions cannot be true, we cannot subscribe to the new definition of tolerance that demands that we accept the impossible idea that all religious beliefs are true. We are to respect the beliefs of others, but lovingly tell them the truth. After all, if you truly love and respect people, you will tactfully tell the truth about information that may have eternal consequences.” Summarized & Quoted from: Norman Geisler and Frank Turek, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist (Wheaton, Ill: Crossway, 2004), 46–50.
Sunday, October 13th
Sunday, October 20th
[email protected]
MISSION COMMITTEE There will be a Mission Committee meeting, in the Family Room, TODAY at 3:30 pm. We will be discussing items connected with developing and finalizing our 2020 mission budget. Any questions, please see Dave Schmidt.
49ER’S GROUP You will be having a “Planning Session” for activities through-out the year, TONIGHT following evening services, in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is asked to bring finger foods, drinks, and desserts. 49ER’S VALENTINE BANQUET FOR COUPLES & SINGLES Friday, February 14th at 6:30 pm, in the Family Room. Cost is $12 per person. Choose from Ricatoni’s Lasagna, Chicken Alfredo, or Ravioli. Please see Angi Medley or Janet Willingham for more information.
MONTREAT APARTMENTS We are in charge of the services at Montreat Apartments TODAY at 1:30 pm. If you can help with this, please see Jake VanDyke. <>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* GREETERS We are in the process of redoing the “Greeters List.” If you would be willing to greet members and visitors, every Sunday AM and PM, at the East and West Entrances, please sign the sheet, located on the table, beside the Museum or see Mike Davidson. <>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* BENEFIT TRAIL RIDE If you have any items, that you would like to donate, to the yard sale, for the North Alabama Christian Children’s Home, please bring your items and place them in the stairwell, located beside the church library or see Don Williams. Also, beginning February 2nd, there will be sign up sheets, in the foyer, for items that need to be purchased for the benefit.
THANK YOU We would like to express our appreciation for your recent donation, to the UNA Christian Student Center. It is very much appreciated and will be very useful in providing us with funds for some of our much needed improvements and for campus and community outreach. Your faithful support is appreciated and invaluable for our continued success. May God continually bless you and your work at Florence Blvd. Josh Webster-Director
<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* CONGRATULATIONS Paisley Medley was recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society, at Allen Thornton Career Technical Center, for Outstanding Character and Achievement.
<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* THOUGHT TO PONDER Today will Never come again. Be a blessing. Be a friend. Encourage someone. Take time to care. Let your words heal, not wound.
FOR THE RECORD Sunday AM: 309
Sunday School: 256 Sunday PM: 231 Wednesday: 218
Contribution: 11,384
SICK/PRAYER LIST Betty Black, Jimmy Black, Carol Boren, Gene Gooch, Harlon Goolsby, Mary Garrett, Duel James, Eleanor Martin, Bobbie McGee, Carol Medley, Donald O’Kain, Helen Parker, Carolyn Smith FAMILY/FRIENDS: Vance Pitts (husband of Patsy Pitts), Frank Caruthers (uncle of Valerie Brock), Brian Allen (son of Dwight & Linda Allen), Alice Brake (daughter of Bobbie McGee), Larry Hunter (father of Kevin Hunter), Larry Martin (son of Leo & Hazel Martin-brother of Deb Harrington) Roger Thomas (brother of Skipper Thomas-has cancer). NURSING HOMES/ASSISTED LIVING: CEDAR VIEW ASSISTED LIVING: Doug Webster, Room 111; LAUDERDALE CHRISTIAN NURSING HOME: Mary Nix, Room 6; Florence Treece, Room 10; Glen Gist, brother of Rayford Gist, Room 13; Tommy Mussleman, Room 20
“Who shall not fear thee, O Lord, and glorify thy name? for thou only art holy; for all nations shall come and worship before thee; for thy judgements are made manifest.” Revelation 15:4
FLO BO S T U D E N T M I N I S T R Y
Save the Date:
Band App
1.26 I BIBLE BOWL
Simple Faith M I C A H 6 : 8
B I B L E B O W L / P E A R L S TODAY at 3 pm those who participating in Bible Bowl will practice, and those who are participating in PEARLS will practice at 4 pm. Please make sure to attend! Practices will be every Sunday. The test will be February 23rd.
P E W P A C K E R S TODAY at 4:40 pm we will have Pew Packers for all Jr. Youth. Justin Beckman and Austin Johnson will be leading songs and all kids will want to be a part of it!
D I N N E R & E X A L T The 5th-12th grades will be going to dinner and EXALT singing following evening Worship. Please bring money for dinner!
T N T The Sr. Youth will be going to the home of Mike and Lana Davidson February 2nd for TNT (Time Needed Together). We will leave immediately following evening Worship. If anyone would like to host TNT on March 8th please let Cody or Ashley know!
I M P O R T A N T : B A N D A P P There will be an upcoming change in the way we communicate with the youth group and their families. We will be transitioning to an app called BAND.
June 2, 2017
Morning Worship: Scripture Reader: Prayers: Opening - Closing -
Evening Worship: Scripture Reader: Prayers: Opening - Closing -
Youth Led Devo: (4:55pm) Song: Trent Woodfin Scripture: Mack Weatherford Prayer: Wesley Warner
Young Boys to Pick Up Cards: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 -
Van Drivers: Sun. AM - Sun. PM - Wed -
Elder Contact:
Baptismal Items:
Enter Attendance Cards:
Sermon Titles: AM - Home Wreckers: Busyness (Psalm 127:1) PM - Alleged Bible Contradictions (John 6:52-59)
Last Monday night began our renewal of the ministry that gathers for about an hour to encourage, work around the building, plan for the future, make visits and calls and do various works that make things run smoother around the facility.
There were six people who worked in the WBS room, sending out lessons to foreign countries.
Seven writers sent cards, notes and invitations to seventy-six people. A few visits to nursing homes and shut-ins were made. Work began on preparing some rooms for the young professionals to put to good use.
Donna Weatherford and her children spent a good amount of time straightening up the songbook racks and picking up the left over bulletins from the pews.
We had a prayer for those who were listed as being sick at home or unable to be at worship due to health reasons, as well as for those who had requested an interest in our prayers as family of believers here at Florence Blvd.
Hopefully, the weather will be somewhat warmer tomorrow night as we plan to meet again at 6:45 pm to devote an hour to the Lord’s work here at Florence Blvd. We hope to see you there!
East- Todd & Joy Chastain West- Matt Warner Family
Nick Hayes Larry Phillips
Steve Clark Donald Green
Bill Hames Jamey Medley
Mack Weatherford Trent Woodfin Brayden Williams Colton White Moses Weatherford
Gale Elrod Sue Winn
January 27th: Hannah Gooch
Fred Asare Village of Hope PO Box 18169 Accra, Ghana
[email protected]
Worship Times: Sunday 9:00 am & 5:00 pm; Sunday School 10:15 am Wednesday: 7:00 pm
Elders Todd Chastain
Ministers Austin Johnson
Secretary Sonya Cox
January 26, 2020
Are All Religions True? There is a wave flooding our culture that says, “It doesn’t matter what you believe as long as you believe…it doesn’t matter which church you connect with as long as you connect with a church…all churches are just on different paths to the same place.” With all the love in my heart, not all religious beliefs can be true! #1—If all religious beliefs are true, what about the religious beliefs that oppose one another? They cannot both be true. If Christianity is true, then it’s dangerous to your eternal destiny not to be a Christian. Likewise, if Islam is true, then it’s dangerous to your eternal destiny not to be a Muslim. #2—Some say that no one should ever question another person’s beliefs because each individual’s beliefs are right for them. However, if my religious beliefs cause me to question and examine yours, are they saying I’m right for having a religious belief and also saying I’m wrong because my belief is to question and examine? This statement is self-defeating! #3—The Bible commands Christians to questions beliefs to be sure they align with God’s will (Deuteronomy 13:1-5; 1 John 4:1; Galatians 1:8; 1 Corinthians 11:13). Since we have a religious belief, supported by the Bible, that causes us to test and question beliefs, shouldn’t religious pluralists (people who believe all religious beliefs are true) accept that belief as true? Otherwise they would be self-contradicting. #4—When questioning someone else’s religious beliefs, often the response is a statement where Jesus cautioned us with judging (Matthew 7:1–5)? Jesus did not prohibit the making of judgments. Jesus prohibited hypocritical judging. All people— atheists, pluralists, agnostics, and Christians alike—must make judgments. Making a judgment is not what was is in question with Jesus, but rather, is the individual being hypocritical while making necessary judgments? “Since, logically, all religions cannot be true, we cannot subscribe to the new definition of tolerance that demands that we accept the impossible idea that all religious beliefs are true. We are to respect the beliefs of others, but lovingly tell them the truth. After all, if you truly love and respect people, you will tactfully tell the truth about information that may have eternal consequences.” Summarized & Quoted from: Norman Geisler and Frank Turek, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist (Wheaton, Ill: Crossway, 2004), 46–50.
Sunday, October 13th
Sunday, October 20th
[email protected]
MISSION COMMITTEE There will be a Mission Committee meeting, in the Family Room, TODAY at 3:30 pm. We will be discussing items connected with developing and finalizing our 2020 mission budget. Any questions, please see Dave Schmidt.
49ER’S GROUP You will be having a “Planning Session” for activities through-out the year, TONIGHT following evening services, in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is asked to bring finger foods, drinks, and desserts. 49ER’S VALENTINE BANQUET FOR COUPLES & SINGLES Friday, February 14th at 6:30 pm, in the Family Room. Cost is $12 per person. Choose from Ricatoni’s Lasagna, Chicken Alfredo, or Ravioli. Please see Angi Medley or Janet Willingham for more information.
MONTREAT APARTMENTS We are in charge of the services at Montreat Apartments TODAY at 1:30 pm. If you can help with this, please see Jake VanDyke. <>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* GREETERS We are in the process of redoing the “Greeters List.” If you would be willing to greet members and visitors, every Sunday AM and PM, at the East and West Entrances, please sign the sheet, located on the table, beside the Museum or see Mike Davidson. <>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* BENEFIT TRAIL RIDE If you have any items, that you would like to donate, to the yard sale, for the North Alabama Christian Children’s Home, please bring your items and place them in the stairwell, located beside the church library or see Don Williams. Also, beginning February 2nd, there will be sign up sheets, in the foyer, for items that need to be purchased for the benefit.
THANK YOU We would like to express our appreciation for your recent donation, to the UNA Christian Student Center. It is very much appreciated and will be very useful in providing us with funds for some of our much needed improvements and for campus and community outreach. Your faithful support is appreciated and invaluable for our continued success. May God continually bless you and your work at Florence Blvd. Josh Webster-Director
<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* CONGRATULATIONS Paisley Medley was recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society, at Allen Thornton Career Technical Center, for Outstanding Character and Achievement.
<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>*<>* THOUGHT TO PONDER Today will Never come again. Be a blessing. Be a friend. Encourage someone. Take time to care. Let your words heal, not wound.
FOR THE RECORD Sunday AM: 309
Sunday School: 256 Sunday PM: 231 Wednesday: 218
Contribution: 11,384
SICK/PRAYER LIST Betty Black, Jimmy Black, Carol Boren, Gene Gooch, Harlon Goolsby, Mary Garrett, Duel James, Eleanor Martin, Bobbie McGee, Carol Medley, Donald O’Kain, Helen Parker, Carolyn Smith FAMILY/FRIENDS: Vance Pitts (husband of Patsy Pitts), Frank Caruthers (uncle of Valerie Brock), Brian Allen (son of Dwight & Linda Allen), Alice Brake (daughter of Bobbie McGee), Larry Hunter (father of Kevin Hunter), Larry Martin (son of Leo & Hazel Martin-brother of Deb Harrington) Roger Thomas (brother of Skipper Thomas-has cancer). NURSING HOMES/ASSISTED LIVING: CEDAR VIEW ASSISTED LIVING: Doug Webster, Room 111; LAUDERDALE CHRISTIAN NURSING HOME: Mary Nix, Room 6; Florence Treece, Room 10; Glen Gist, brother of Rayford Gist, Room 13; Tommy Mussleman, Room 20
“Who shall not fear thee, O Lord, and glorify thy name? for thou only art holy; for all nations shall come and worship before thee; for thy judgements are made manifest.” Revelation 15:4
FLO BO S T U D E N T M I N I S T R Y
Save the Date:
Band App
1.26 I BIBLE BOWL
Simple Faith M I C A H 6 : 8
B I B L E B O W L / P E A R L S TODAY at 3 pm those who participating in Bible Bowl will practice, and those who are participating in PEARLS will practice at 4 pm. Please make sure to attend! Practices will be every Sunday. The test will be February 23rd.
P E W P A C K E R S TODAY at 4:40 pm we will have Pew Packers for all Jr. Youth. Justin Beckman and Austin Johnson will be leading songs and all kids will want to be a part of it!
D I N N E R & E X A L T The 5th-12th grades will be going to dinner and EXALT singing following evening Worship. Please bring money for dinner!
T N T The Sr. Youth will be going to the home of Mike and Lana Davidson February 2nd for TNT (Time Needed Together). We will leave immediately following evening Worship. If anyone would like to host TNT on March 8th please let Cody or Ashley know!
I M P O R T A N T : B A N D A P P There will be an upcoming change in the way we communicate with the youth group and their families. We will be transitioning to an app called BAND.
June 2, 2017
Morning Worship: Scripture Reader: Prayers: Opening - Closing -
Evening Worship: Scripture Reader: Prayers: Opening - Closing -
Youth Led Devo: (4:55pm) Song: Trent Woodfin Scripture: Mack Weatherford Prayer: Wesley Warner
Young Boys to Pick Up Cards: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 -
Van Drivers: Sun. AM - Sun. PM - Wed -
Elder Contact:
Baptismal Items:
Enter Attendance Cards:
Sermon Titles: AM - Home Wreckers: Busyness (Psalm 127:1) PM - Alleged Bible Contradictions (John 6:52-59)
Last Monday night began our renewal of the ministry that gathers for about an hour to encourage, work around the building, plan for the future, make visits and calls and do various works that make things run smoother around the facility.
There were six people who worked in the WBS room, sending out lessons to foreign countries.
Seven writers sent cards, notes and invitations to seventy-six people. A few visits to nursing homes and shut-ins were made. Work began on preparing some rooms for the young professionals to put to good use.
Donna Weatherford and her children spent a good amount of time straightening up the songbook racks and picking up the left over bulletins from the pews.
We had a prayer for those who were listed as being sick at home or unable to be at worship due to health reasons, as well as for those who had requested an interest in our prayers as family of believers here at Florence Blvd.
Hopefully, the weather will be somewhat warmer tomorrow night as we plan to meet again at 6:45 pm to devote an hour to the Lord’s work here at Florence Blvd. We hope to see you there!
East- Todd & Joy Chastain West- Matt Warner Family
Nick Hayes Larry Phillips
Steve Clark Donald Green
Bill Hames Jamey Medley
Mack Weatherford Trent Woodfin Brayden Williams Colton White Moses Weatherford
Gale Elrod Sue Winn
January 27th: Hannah Gooch
Fred Asare Village of Hope PO Box 18169 Accra, Ghana
[email protected]
