Jeffersonton Baptist Church

From Pastor Dennis

Summertime is almost here which means no more school. Yes this is the time of year when many life long memories are made as some families spend quality time together enjoying the wonder of God’s creation while on vacation. Some will be spending most nights and days at the various ballparks playing, coaching, and/or cheering other family members on as they use their talents and abilities.  And I pray that during these memorable moments we take ample time to praise God for allowing us the privilege and opportunities to do so.  But at times during the summer families can become so busy, even consumed by so many things going on that there ends up being no time left in the day to be together.  And if we’re not taking time to be together with one another, how much time do you think we’re spending together with God?  Matthew 6:33 tells us to seek first the kingdom of God and all these things shall be added to you.  Does God want us to enjoy His creation?  Of course He does, we are the reason He created it.  Does God want us to enjoy using our talents and abilities?  Of course He does that’s why He gave them to us.  But His desire is that we use them for His glory and honor.  So this summer let us determine in our hearts and minds to give God the glory as we bask in His wondrous beauty, talents and abilities for He is worthy!  

 

Summertime is almost here which means no more school. Yes this is the time of year when many life long memories are made as some families spend quality time together enjoying the wonder of God’s creation while on vacation. Some will be spending most nights and days at the various ballparks playing, coaching, and/or cheering other family members on as they use their talents and abilities.  And I pray that during these memorable moments we take ample time to praise God for allowing us the privilege and opportunities to do so.  But at times during the summer families can become so busy, even consumed by so many things going on that there ends up being no time left in the day to be together.  And if we’re not taking time to be together with one another, how much time do you think we’re spending together with God?  Matthew 6:33 tells us to seek first the kingdom of God and all these things shall be added to you.  Does God want us to enjoy His creation?  Of course He does, we are the reason He created it.  Does God want us to enjoy using our talents and abilities?  Of course He does that’s why He gave them to us.  But His desire is that we use them for His glory and honor.  So this summer let us determine in our hearts and minds to give God the glory as we bask in His wondrous beauty, talents and abilities for He is worthy!  

 

Summertime is almost here which means no more school. Yes this is the time of year when many life long memories are made as some families spend quality time together enjoying the wonder of God’s creation while on vacation. Some will be spending most nights and days at the various ballparks playing, coaching, and/or cheering other family members on as they use their talents and abilities.  And I pray that during these memorable moments we take ample time to praise God for allowing us the privilege and opportunities to do so.  But at times during the summer families can become so busy, even consumed by so many things going on that there ends up being no time left in the day to be together.  And if we’re not taking time to be together with one another, how much time do you think we’re spending together with God?  Matthew 6:33tells us to seek first the kingdom of God and all these things shall be added to you.  Does God want us to enjoy His creation?  Of course He does, we are the reason He created it.  Does God want us to enjoy using our talents and abilities?  Of course He does that’s why He gave them to us.  But His desire is that we use them for His glory and honor.  So this summer let us determine in our hearts and minds to give God the glory as we bask in His wondrous beauty, talents and abilities for He

What is there in this life that you can trust to never change and/or let you down?  What is there today that you can have complete certainty in?  It’s certainly not the weather or a job.   I doubt that it’s in your investments and/or retirement anymore.  So how are we place our hope and trust in a world that is so uncertain?  The answer is we’re not because we can’t.  In John 17:12-19, Jesus is telling us that all who are washed in His blood are in the world but not of the world.  We place our faith and trust in the One who made the world.  But as you well know being in the world and yet not allowing the world to affect the way we live for Christ is not easy.  That is why God calls us as believers to join a bible preaching/teaching church and then meet together with them regularly to worship Him.  But can’t we worship God on our own, in our own home?  Yes we can as Jesus told the woman at the well in John 4, we worship Him in spirit; but not to the extent that God desires us to worship Him.  For the closer our relationship is with Christ who saved us, the more we long to meet with others He has saved. Why?  So we can both be strengthened and yet used to strengthen others as the Holy Spirit of God moves in our midst.  Why are we to spend so much time worshipping God with one another?  Because unlike the world; God never changes (Malachi 3:6).  God is also fully trustworthy and therefore whoever will seek Him with all their heart for whatever need they might have; will find Him (Matt 7:7-8).  Seeking Christ Jesus is a promise you can “bet your life on”; because true life is only found in Him (John 14:6).  God loves you and wants His best for you, and if you will let Him He will pour it out abundantly upon you.   

From George Moltz

Visitation Ministry

It is almost September.  A hint of autumn is in the air, kids are back in school, the Redskins are trying their best to win in pre-season football and we, at Jeffersonton Baptist Church, are getting ready to begin another church and Sunday School year.  This is a perfect time to ask the Lord what He would like for us to do, what ministry (ies) would He like for us to become involved.

The Visitation ministry at JBC could use more volunteers, men and women.  All Christians are called to witness of what Christ has done for us and to lift up the body of Christ.  We challenge you to make a commitment to come out for this ministry.  If you can commit to participate at least one Tuesday evening a month and go out with a team of two others, that would help to take this ministry to the next level.

You will not be put on the spot.  You will not have to quote scripture.  You just have to be pleasant and be willing to go where He leads.  I hope members will pray and seek the Lord’s will in this ministry opportunity.

Come expecting a blessing because you will surely receive it.

George Moltz

New at JBC

Centershot Ministries is an interdenominational outreach ministry that uses the life-skill of archery as a tool that assists the local church to reach its' community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.  "MAKE CHRIST THE TARGET OF YOUR LIFE!"

Centershot begins September 1^st, down by our shed in the back. It will start at 7 PM. The church is providing bows and arrows. Bo Dishman and Rey McDannel will be the two men heading up this ministry. However, if you would like to help, as well, please speak with either Rey or Bo.  

Marriage Seminar

       Jeffersonton Baptist Churchwill be hosting a "Love and Respect" Marriage Conference Friday evening, October 8th, beginning at 6:30 PM and continuing on Saturday, October 9th, at 9:00 AM. To all of our married couples and those couples planning to marry, this is a "great" opportunity to learn that husbands and wives are different and desire different things. (Plus it will be local and you do not have to travel) If you know other couples, please invite them to come.  The certified presenters of the seminar will be Julie
and Dwayne Higdon.

       Registration is a "must" because child care and meals will be furnished at no charge to participants.    Registration can be done at www.jeffersontonbaptischurch.org, click on inform, click on event, complete the information and "sign me up".  Or you can call the church office and register.  The
cut-off for registration is September 20th.  If you should have any questions, please see Donna Meade �