SERMON NOTES

This week, we come to one of the most recognizable stories in the book of Daniel. We have been telling this story for weeks, and the main question again comes up in this chapter. Who is sovereign? Who is in control? Over and over again, the kings have been trying to show that they are the ones with the real power, only for God to humble them time and time again. This time, Daniel has come face to face with something that might be too much for even him. He looks up and see the pride of lions standing before him. Join us this week as we explore Daniels journey into and out of the lion’s den.



May God Bless

Brandon

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

The Adult Sunday School class is completing their reading and discussion John Shelby Spong’s Born of a Woman. The class plans to finish their discussion by the end of February.

The class as decided that their next book to discuss will be Elaine Pagel's, The Gnostic Gospels, a provocative study of the gnostic gospels and the world of early Christianity as revealed through the Nag Hammadi texts. They hope to begin this book on Sunday, March 3rd. So begin searching for your copy now.

MISSION COLLECTION REQUESTS

We are still collecting warm clothing items for Jeff Douds of West Main Street Christian Church to have available for distributing them various homeless persons in need. Used jackets, coats, sweaters, gloves, scarves, and other clothing items are appreciated. Also being requested are warm blankets to supplement the other items.

FOOD, FOOD AND MORE FOOD

Upcoming Lunch Bunch:

February 17 - Valentine's Fellowship Potluck Lunch

February 25 @ Hachimi Japanese Cuisine



A SPRING SCHEDULE (March-April-May) will be posted on the bulletin board soon. Stay tuned!



IF ANYONE HAS SUGGESTIONS FOR OTHER DINING VENUES, PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE TO ADD THEM TO OUR LUNCH ROTATION. THANKS.

Sunday, February 18 2024 - First Sunday in Lent

10 am Adult Sunday School reading "Born of a Woman," by John Shelby Spong

11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)

12:15 pm Fellowship Valentine's Potluck Lunch

Monday, February 19, 2024

6 pm Weekly Bible Study (in Conference Room)

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

4 pm Meditation Circle (via Zoom)

6 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal

Sunday, February 25, 2024 - Second Sunday in Lent

10 am Adult Sunday School reading "Born of a Woman," by John Shelby Spong

11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)

12:30 pm Lunch Bunch @ Hachimi Japanese Cuisine

Monday, February 26, 2024

6 pm Weekly Bible Study (in Conference Room)

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

4 pm Meditation Circle (via Zoom)

6 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal

Sunday, March 3, 2024 - Third Sunday in Lent

 10 am Adult Sunday School reading "The Gnostic Gospels," by Elaine Pagels

11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)

12:30 pm Lunch Bunch @ Hachimi Japanese Cuisine

NEW SESSION COMMITTEES and CHAIRS

      a. Connections - Sherry Bailey & Jenny Darling

      b. Finance – Nancy Fennell

      c. Growth – Karen Clark

      d. Mission – - Susan Turner & Debi Hughes

      e. Personnel – Wilsie Bishop

      f. Property– Dick Lura & Ed Snodderly

THOUGHTS & PRAYERS

IN THE POTEAT LIBRARY

Please remember the library is open by appointment and you are welcome to drop by the church library if you are looking for something new to read. We ask that you to sign out any books on the register sheet found on the file cabinet in the corner with the call #, book title, your name and date checked out.

The Words and Works of Jesus Christ: A Study of the Life of Christ

By J. Dwight Pentacost (232.9/PEN)

The life of Jesus Christ takes on fresh clarity and meaning in this masterful work by Dwight Pentecost. The words, the miracles, and overarching message of the Messiah come alive in flowing and detailed chronology, set against the cultural, political, and religious setting of his day. You'll gain new understanding of why Jesus came, how he operated, and what he accomplished. Above all, you'll acquire a deeper appreciation for the love that guided his path, beginning in a manger in Bethlehem, leading through three and a half years of ministry that ended abruptly at the cross on Golgotha, and blazing forth in eternal triumph at the resurrection.

Drawing liberally on the works of others who have written about Christ, such as Alfred Edersheim, J. W. Shepherd, W. Graham Scroggie, and Frederick Faraar, Dr. Pentecost reveals in his own writing a familiarity with the subject that comes from years of teaching. Yet he writes, not as one who knows all there is to know about Christ, but with the restraint of one who knows that Jesus is to be worshiped and adored as the great King, and that no book can do more than begin to tell all the wonders of his being and his love.

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