December 6, 2009
Bell Gardens Baptist Church
December 6, 2009
Photographic Memory
Pastor Emilio Núñez baptized Alma November 15, 2009. She testified how many excuses kept her from following Jesus Christ in baptism, but no more!
"Were I asked to focus the New Testament message in three words, my proposal would be adoption through propitiation, and I do not expect ever to meet a richer or more pregnant summary of the gospel than that." —J.I. Packer
Remembering His Grace, Begging His Mercy
Fifteen reasons unique to Christians for which we can be thankful come from the well-beloved Psalm 23. The Lord desires that we respond to Him joyfully is the lesson from Psalm 100.
Linda Covington's father had a stroke last week and was taken to a hospital in San Francisco. As you pray for his health, also ask God to give his family wisdom in the decisions they face.
Johnnie Pyburn asks prayer for a couple that recently gave birth. Their baby has only one kidney that functions at about 70%.
The Korean congregation is preparing for their Bible Conference that will be held between Christmas and the New Year. Be praying that each one participating will understand the Gospel.
Pam Holmberg was told this week that her virus may last two months. She is feeling better except when she tries to eat.
Woody Blalock was able to go home for dinner Thanksgiving Day! It was discovered that he has pneumonia (which may be a cause for the pain in his back).
Continue to pray that Pastor Tony Núñez can complete his Ph.D. requirements in the next few months.
Berniece Cosgrove's nephew, Kenny has congestive heart failure and pneumonia. However, he is off the morphine and respirator. Brian Michael's surgery to repair his arm was completed and has already reduced his pain.
Sherry Cosgrove will be flying from Oregon a week from Monday (12-14) for a visit.
The Christmas Recital is next Sunday evening. Ask God for His blessing in preparing and that He will be honored in the hearing and receiving of His Word.
Stella Rogers grandson, Dale, has found a hospital that will permit the surgery Dale needs! Stella had some cancers removed from her hand and face this week and is recuperating well.
We pray for the physical safety. emotional stability, and spiritual awakening of the men and women of our military forces fulfilling their responsibilities.
- Marvin Funkhouser—deployed to Iraq for 18 months
- Coleen—a friend of Woody and Barbara Blalock
- Tony Loving—flying troops in and out of various areas
- Bryan Miller—in Guam, will be in Iraq soon
- Sam Im
- Jorge Avalos
- Ryan Bareng
- Jeremy Peters—currently in Iraq
- Jeremy Thomas—currently in Afghanistan
- Jason Kiser—currently in the Gulf
- John Kiser—currently in Iraq
Hearing and Reading the Word
Psalm 100. How are believers to express their salvation?
Psalm 23. Why preach from such a beloved psalm for Thanksgiving? Here's why…
1 Corinthians 15:42-49. What kind of change does the resurrection of believers bring about? Here's more…Listen to recent sermons.
We end our Bible reading this year in the Gospels: Matthew, Mark, and Luke. The Bible reading for December also includes the book of Acts. Remember to include 3 Psalms and 1 chapter from Proverbs each week.
The suggested 2009 Bible reading guide (1 page) can be downloaded here.
"God's promises are like stars: the darker the night, the brighter they shine."
Letters
Bill and Marge Key, Wycliffe Bible Translators
The other day (actually in October) we received our first Christmas greeting via E-mail from a couple of our linguists about our age and they have worked as part of a team who have worked on two New Testaments and a whole Bible in 3 Mixe languages in Mexico. How we wish… Read the entire letter. Send an email.
Steve and Eida Irwin, New Tribes Mission
Back in the 80's, Alberto González was a student of ours in the Instituto Misionero. He's now a veteran Colombian church planter working among the Guahibo people of Colombia. His fluency in the tribal language is at the highest level and he has a tremendous ministry of…Read the entire letter. Send an email.
The Kisers, The Baja, Mexico
I guess Edna and I are slow learners when it comes to God's School. God has allowed another test in our lives. A few days ago, while coming out of WAL-MART here in Rosarito, walking with her cane,the door closed on Edna and she was knocked down. Read the entire letter. Send an email.
Richard and Ellen Hayes, Village Missions, Spokane
Thank you so very much for your faithful prayers and generous financial support, we appreciate all that you do for us. Read the entire letter. Send an email.
Pete and Joy Palmer. New Tribes Mission
Our sweet first grandson has safely arrived. Read the entire letter. Send an email.
Arvalee Palmer, New Tribes Mission
Isn't it wonderful that God knows all about each of us and is in control of everything? Thankfully things are going a bit more smoothly for me than last month. Read the entire letter. Send an email.
Byron and Robyn Siemsen, World Impact, Los Angeles
We had more than ten people trust Christ for the first time at our church. Most are friends or family members of a co-worker of Pastor Jorge. They ask for prayer that God will give them wisdom on how to disciple everyone. Read the entire letter. Send an email.
Sue Watt, International Student Ministry
It is great to be back working with people again rather than writing! The Gospel booklet still needs the final revisions, but I need more teaching experience to determine what changes to make. Read the entire letter. Send an email.
"Peace is to be found in the acceptance of things we are unable to change."
A short note
I got sick the day before Thanksgiving day. The last bulletin to be sent out didn't get done, so I have included the missionary letters from that time as well as the most current letters. There is plenty to read, each with good news and prayer requests, too.
My reward for getting well by Sunday was to be called on to preach in the evening service. Pastor Rigsby was at Emergency with a painful and infected toe. He is better and must keep his foot elevated.
Send an email to Jim Covington.
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