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December, 2016 - In This Issue:
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FINALLY
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The word finally is found six times in the Bible:
- 2 Corinthians 13:11 Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.
- Ephesians 6:10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
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Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
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2 Thessalonians 3:1
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you:
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1 Peter 3:8
Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:
As we finally come to the end of another year, let's remember to end well. It's not enough to begin well if we don't end well.
Ecclesiastes 7:8 Better is the end of a thing than the beginning thereof:
Endings
are powerful; if you get the ending wrong it can shipwreck everything you have worked for throughout the year.
When you don't finish well you end up carrying excess baggage that will sap your energy as you move forward. When you end well you have renewed strength and vigor for the future.
Finally it's December; it's time to turn the page, finish the chapter and close the book. The year 2016 is about to go down in history as it comes to an end.
"Everything has to come to an end, sometime."
The conclusion is just as important, if not more important, than the beginning.
Ecclesiastes 12:13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.
It's Christmas time and we look back at a glorious beginning of a baby born in a manger, Christ Jesus our Lord. The hope of salvation for all the world was wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger.
He was born to die and on the cross He cried,
"It is finished!" He finished His purpose in coming to this world; to die for the sins of mankind.
Jesus fully completed the work the Father had given Him to do. There is nothing more to add; the work of Jesus Christ has been completed; "IT...IS...FINISHED!"
As you wrap up another year, are you ending well? Are you ending on a good note? Have you taken care of what you started out to do?
FINALLY!
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MCOG CHOIR
After last year's stellar performance, the MCOG Sanctuary Cho
ir has been invited
back to Billy Graham Library for another Christmas
performance on Saturday, December 3 at 6:00 p.m.
The choir will begin singing at the Covered Porch venue at 6 and then sing at the Library venue, starting at the Homeplace at 6:30 pm followed by the Carriage Ride venue at 7:00 pm.
Our sanctuary choir works hard week after week, year after year, practicing and praying for God's anointing that they might be a blessing.
The choir and musicians consists of thirty four members under the direction of Beth Brackett Baker.
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KIDZ CHURCH CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Our annual Kidz Church Christmas program is coming up on Sunday, December 18 at 11 a.m. entitled:
Abby Salsedo and Melisa Pate have been working with the children for several weeks to make this year's program a memorable one.
Following the program there will be a church wide Christmas party in the fellowship hall. Everyone is invited to enjoy a delicious meal and a great time of fellowship.
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THE SHEPHERDS
The Shepherds will be with us on Sunday, January 15 during the 11 a.m. service.
The name
"The Shepherds" has become synonymous with Gospel Music.
In the early 90's the group was formed out of Sandersville, GA and has turned into a mainstay in Gospel Music.
Their true family harmony and added youthfulness create a unique vocal blend with a progressive sound that is re-defining gospel music for future generations.
Although their roots are primarily Southern Gospel, The Shepherds latest recording,
"Reality" features a variety of styles in Christian Music that seem to be connecting with a diverse group of audiences.
The Shepherds perform mostly original material written by group member Debra Shepherd. Debra has not only become a respected writer for The Shepherds, but has also had many songs to be released nationwide and into other countries such as: Ireland, Honduras, Africa, and Russia.
Many mainstream southern gospel artists have also recorded her songs including, The Freemans, The McKameys, The Hoppers, The Hoskins Family, The Inspirations, and The Kingsmen, just to name a few.
Some of the songs made popular by The Shepherds that have reached national chart status include:
"A Friend of God," "Oh Yes He Is," "It'll Be Hard Not Cry," "There's Still Time For A Miracle," "God Will Never Run Out Of Blessings," and their signature song
"There's
A Miracle In The Making." https://youtu.be/3r5BkWAu-b4
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Christmas Day
Since Christmas falls on Sunday this year; we will have only one service that day at 11:00 a.m.
We hope that all of church families and friends of MCOG have a wonderful and blessed Christmas.
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