We will be having church tomorrow morning Sun. March 13, 2022 . Roads are clear. Parking lot clear. Church is warm and the sermon will be the conclusion of our four part series, “Three Levels of our Christian Experience”. Sermon title is “Come Holy Spirit.” Service begins at 9;30 AM. Hope you will be there for the conclusion of this important series.
Special Sunday After 9-11 Worship Service this Sunday at Jacob’s Church . Special music, Ralph Gann will sing. “Where were You When the World Stopped Turning? Dwayne Smith will share his experience being a federal agent and having to help administrate the lock down of the Whitehouse being on duty that day. Pastor Richard will share an appropriate message “Sheltered Safely In His Arms.” We will then replicate the Sunday After 9-11 in which churches across America were filled with people praying for America’s safety. Join Us Service begins at 9:30
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Message: “From a Manger To His Majesty” Part 3
Sermon by Pastor Richard Daughtridge
The Preeminence Born In a Manger
· Christmas Past Present and Future .
· The Hope of Christmas.
· Clebration In Heaven and Earth .
· Son ,King, Prince of Peace, Mighty God,
· The News of Christmas
Colossians 1:15-17 (KJV) Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:
For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:
And he is before all things, and by him all things consist.
Hebrews 12:1 (KJV) Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
Zechariah 12:1 (KJV) The burden of the word of the LORD for Israel, saith the LORD, which stretcheth forth the heavens, and layeth the foundation of the earth, and formeth the spirit of man within him.
Luke 15:10 (KJV) Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.
Luke 10:20 (KJV) Notwithstanding in this rejoice not, that the spirits are subject unto you; but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven.
Revelation 5:8 (KJV)
8 And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints.
Have you seen his preeminence you through the eyes of faith?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPBcBsvRZ0s&t=759sSermon Notes : Welcome to my Journey “His Manger to His Majesty”
“Can you change yourself into some sort of God that you being human can commune with him? Not likely.”
God took the first step and became human while still deity. He loved us so much that he became flesh that he could save all flesh.
Why a manger?
John 1:14 (KJV) And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.
Luke 2:7 (KJV) And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
Hebrews 1:3 He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high,
2 Corinthians 4:18 (KJV) While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
Swaddling Clothes.
Luke 2:12 (KJV) And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
Who was Jesus Christ ?
Colossians 2:9 In him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily,
Philippians 2:7 But made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.
Hebrews 4:15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.
Galatians 4:4 But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law,
John 20:28 Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!”
Isaiah 9:6-7 (KJV) For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.
Good afternoon everyone, It has been a difficult decision as to wether to have church this week. We want to honor God and feed the flock. As you know we have been closed as some of our people tested positive for Covid. We are all wondering about Christmas. We have several options to accomplish our goals and have made a few changes. We have installed a transmitter and you will now be able to listen in the convenience of your car by simply dialing FM 107.1 on your car radio from anywhere on the church property. Just honk to say amen and give a thumbs up to share the peace. It’s to cold to listen outside as some have done in the past. After being closed for 14 days quarantine period we want to reopen safely and at 50 percent of capacity, meaning every other pew will be closed, and every one will be asked to wear a mask. If you have any reservations about going inside you may listen to the sermon in your car, watch the video at home on Facebook : Jacob’s Church – Fairfield, PA or on our website at www.jacobschurch.com. We also will have a sound feed to the pavilion during the service if you do not receive signal in your car, This gives you five options to choose from. Please take advantage of at least one. Christmas series “From His Manger to His Majesty” starts Sunday, Second Advent Sunday, Dec.6th. Service begins at 9:30 Merry Christmas everyone., Pastor Richard
Tonight, May 11, 2020 our board at Jacob’s Church had a very difficult decision to make, concerning Sunday morning services. Many of our congregation, being rural , can’t tune in and aren’t online when we put our sermon up on is the internet. Feeding the flock is a principle of spiritual growth that is critical to the church as well as being obedient to the mission God has called us to.
Acts 2:42 (KJV) And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship…, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
Hebrews 10:25 (KJV) Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
We as a board discussed four questions and sought counsel on all. The vote was unanimous with one abstaining member. Here are the notes from the board meeting. Pastor Richard
After consideration this is our plan.
1. Resuming Church Services:
a. Have we designed a plan that is safe? Yes
b. Have we designed a plan that is legal? Yes
c. Have we designed a plan that is socially acceptable to community? Yes
d. Have we designed a plan that we can all agree on? Yes
i. We should all agree as we all represent in unity what we agree on.
ii. A vote was taken on resuming church services outside beginning on May 17, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. The motion was made . A vote was taken – 12 voted for resuming services outside and 1 abstained.
iii. Sunday School classes will be cancelled until further notice. Children should stay with their parents.
iv. People should arrive in time for the service and not before in order to ensure we respect social distancing; we should avoid hugging and not socialize as we and do not “visit” from family to family.
v. People with underlying health issues should use caution and make the decision that best suits their situation; i.e.,
(1) attend the outside service using their own chairs, wear face masks, etc.;
(2) attend the outside service and stay in their car; or
(3) use social media to view the service from their home. We also recognize that the older population (over the age of 60) is more vulnerable and should also use caution. We will have services outside, with mask, social distancing, and no contact.
Pastor Richard Daughtridge
Letter from Pastor Richard Daughtridge 0,03,20
Hi Everyone,
I hope this letter finds you safe and healthy. I think we all can agree we have never witnessed anything like this pandemic. As a pastor I feel hopeless trying to help everyone through these times and yet there are things we all can do.
God told Joshua to fear not. That sounds like an impossible request and yet God doesn’t task us to do something outside of our capability. Okay then how can we conquer fear.
My mom use to say, “He’s got the whole world in His hands.”
I asked her, “Do you really believe that?”
Her answer was, “After I say it I believe it more.”
Saying things that agree with God’s word builds up our faith.
He says he has everything under control. It builds our faith when we acknowledge that he does.
2 Corinthians 10: 5 (KJV) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
Last week I got the directory out and started to pray for each family. Amazing the things that come to your mind as you make yourself pray. I am convinced we have a lot to pray for during these shut in days.
Pray for protection, provision, health, and what ever you are led by the Holy Spirit.
Ephesians 6:18 (KJV) Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
Never miss an opportunity to worship our Lord. Just a thank you or an expression of your love to the Father is well deserved as He watches over us.
Hebrews 13:15-16 (KJV) By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
Having done all three I know my fears have started to dissipate.
In conclusion , I just wanted take a moment and say I love you and if you need anything, food, encouragement, just to talk to someone, or you need errands run, or anything we are here for you. Phone 252-481-1188
Last week I ran an errand to my daughter’s house to deliver food for Robin and I was just to sit it on the porch and to leave. The family is trying to keep us at a distance because of Chris’s exposure in the medical world. I saw a little face come to the door and wave for me to come in. Riley placed her hands on her hips when I said I can’t. Through the glass I tried to say Granddaddy has to stay away for a while. She said I love you granddadd,y and with her hand pointing to her ear she said I will call you. She calls us everyday.
We all feel that same loss being apart as we are a church that has very much become a family. We hate being apart. It is as much a part of our Christian experience.
We will be trying to post some sermons and notes on both the Face Book Page and our www.jacobschurch.com website.
We do not know what the future holds but we know as we watch over our health and our families we have a friend and Savior, Jesus Christ, who is watching over us and deploying the angels of Heaven and God’s Holy Spirit on our behalf. We will be over this soon and I can’t wait until we are together again.
Love to All,
Pastor Richard Daughtridge, Pastor of Jacob’s Church
Jacob’s Church Closing Two Weeks Wed. March 18 Due to Social Distancing Program Request.
Hi Everyone, It has been a difficult decision but under the circumstance we feel we must close the church for the next two weeks. We will revisit this decision at the end of the month after the requested social distancing requested by the leaders of our national medical leaders and the White House is over. I’ve received counsel with mixed opinions from our leadership but feel we have a consensus among our board. We now feel that we like much of the rest of the church world must give this plan a chance. In South Korea this plan seems to have saved lives and they are on the way out of their pandemic. As your pastor I feel we must protect our congregation. I take responsibility for asking the consistory to close and be a part of the national effort to bring this disease under control. Please, let’s make our homes and places of quarantine our prayer closet. God will see us through, and we will one day be looking back victoriously having overcome this pandemic. Stay safe. Feel free to let us know if we can help you in anyway. We love you all. Pastor Richard
A message from Pastor Richard March 13, 2020 “Let’s take every precaution to be safe.”
As of now we plan to have church on Sunday March 15, 2020. Social protocol is important as we keep our people safe until this Corona Virus conflict is over. We want to adhere to safe measures to protect our church especially being one with many seniors. Until things are safer let’s continue the elbow bumps replacing the handshakes and drop the hugs for now. For those who feel that you shouldn’t come to church we will be posting the sermons on Face Book @ Jacob’s Church – Fairfield, PA , and on our web site @ www.jacobschurch.com. Please use safe discretion. If you are sick and coughing, or if you feel you have been exposed to the virus in no way should you put others at risk by coming. This will pass and we all want to use caution not to harm others. Brighter days are ahead.
This morning as I entered the church I smelled the fresh clean smell of Clorox and found that our cleaning crew had wiped down every surface to insure that we have taken every precaution to keep everyone safe. I want to thank Ronnie and Sandy McClain for their diligence in keeping everything clean and safe. Love You All, Please be safe. Pastor
Another, guitar plukin, banjo picken, bass fiddle thumpin, choir singin and hand clappin, worship service is planned at Jacob’s Church September 29th 2019 in the morning worship service. We’ll be having service dedicated to the old gospel hymnal tradition, bluegrass style. Welcome back to the good old days. We hope you will join us and invite someone. Time Sunday at 9:30 AM Directections click www.jacobschurch.com and click ServiceTimes and Directions
Bluegrass Sunday Sept.29th , 9:30 AM
One Week Away 2018 Jacob’s Church Festival
For Last Years Festival Moments Video Click Here https://www.dropbox.com/s/wrfh5xbp7lhyakq/Jacobs%20Church%20Festival.mov?dl=0
Dont forget Sunday our Memorial Weekend Special Service is outside. (Bring Your Lawn Chairs) Join in the Bluegrass Service and speakers to include Pastor Daughtridge, and Bill Loughridge. We’ll have the annual Jacob’s church memorial role called, which is a list of soliers fallen and alive who have served to protect our nation’s freedom over the years but remembered on Memorial Day Sunday for many years. Service starts at 9:30 am . May 27th . Hope it doesnt rain but if is dose we’ll move inside. Weather man says no more rain until tomorrow evening. We should be OK. We’ll also be unfolding the 20′ x 40′ flag, gathering around it, and asking God’s blessing on our great nation and giving thanks for those fallen heroes that protected our freedom.
2018 Announcement
Memorial Day Weekend Service The Memorial Day service will be held May 27th. The service will be held outside (weather permitting) with lunch to follow in the pavilion. Please sign up if you are attending the luncheon. Sign up sheets are on the table by the window. Following the 9:30 service on May 27, on we will begin our annual Memorial Day Role Call followed by taps. Then we will unfold our giant parade size flag used in a 911 prayer ceremony on the field at Smithsburg High School following the trade tower attack in 2001. Following a prayer for our nation by the representatives from each of branches of service and first responders we will have a short intermission and then have lunch together in the pavilion. Bring your lawn chairs and don’t forget to sign up for lunch so the ladies will have a count.
New sermon series,”Twelve Strong” begins this week. The next few weeks Pastor Richard will be doing a sermon series entitled “Twelve Strong” We will look at the Passion of Christ and at the Resurrection through the eyes of the twelve chosen to bring the gospel to their generation and every generation to follow. Begins Sunday February 25, at 9:30 . Blue Grass Sunday is this Sunday and the sermon title is “The Power of the Cross”. All are welcome. For Bluegrass Sunday Sample Click Here www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uq6vADe7sc
Dec. 24th Annual Christmas Service
Time 9:30 AM Worship Service
The Sunday morning service this week will be filled with Christmas. The sermon by Pastor Richard Daughtridge is entitled, “In the Lowly Manger of my Heart”. God is born in us, Emmanuel still is with us, and the celebration of Christmas brings faith’s reality to life. It is Christmas 2017. Come let us adore Him together. We welcome Diane Daughtridge, Pastor Richard’s sister- in-law, who will be ministering with a song entitled “Bethlehem Morning.”
Dec. 24th Annual Christmas Candlelight Service
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Jacob’s Church will hold it’s traditional Christmas Candlelight Service to celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Families will gather together to hear the reading of the Christmas story, to worship together, and to light candles which has been traditionally a blessing to this community for decades. The service will be led by Pastor Richard Daughtridge with special music, readings and of course the lighting of the candles. Join us Christmas Eve as we worship and celebrate the coming of baby Jesus, the True Light to our World..
Dont forget Sunday our Memorial Weekend Special Service is outside. (Bring Your Lawn Chairs) Join in the Bluegrass Service and speakers to include Pastor Daughtridge, and Bill Loughridge. We’ll have the annual Jacob’s church memorial role called which is a list of soliers fallen and alive who have served to protect our nation’s freedom over the years and remembered on Memorial Day Sunday for many years. Service starts at 9:30 am . May 27th . Hope it doesnt rain but if is dose we’ll move inside. Weather man says no more rain until tomorrow evening. We should be OK. We’ll also be unfolding the 20′ x 40′ flag, gathering around it, and asking God’s blessing on our great nation and giving thanks for those fallen heroes that protected our freedom.
Betty Daughtridge 1996
“Mama Always Said”, A Mother’s Day sermon, by Pastor Richard Daughtridge
Deut. 6:7 And thou shalt teach them diligenbyy unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.
Deut. 11:19 And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.
Summary
Proverbs 31:28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
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Sermon Outline April 2,2017
“ The Roads to Betrayal and Betrothal”
A Sermon by Pastor Richard Daughtridge
Journey to betrayal.
Luke 22:41-42 (KJV) And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.
John 18:1-8 (KJV) 1 When Jesus had spoken these words, he went forth with his disciples over the brook Cedron, where was a garden, into the which he entered, and his disciples.
Judas’s choice to betray. 2 And Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with his disciples.
Religion betrays our Lord.. 3 Judas then, having received a band of men and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees, cometh thither with lanterns and torches and weapons.
Jesus surrenders to Love. 4 Jesus therefore, knowing all things that should come upon him, went forth, and said unto them, Whom seek ye? 5 They answered him, Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus saith unto them, I am he. And Judas also, which betrayed him, stood with them.
Powerless Authority 6 As soon then as he had said unto them, I am he, they went backward, and fell to the ground. 7 Then asked he them again, Whom seek ye? And they said, Jesus of Nazareth. 8 Jesus answered, I have told you that I am he: if therefore ye seek me, let these go their way: Peter’s Nobility turns into denial. John 18:10-Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest’s servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus. 11 Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it? 12 Then the band and the captain and officers of the Jews took Jesus, and bound him, 13 And led him away to Annas first; for he was father in law to Caiaphas, which was the high priest that same year. 14 Now Caiaphas was he, which gave counsel to the Jews, that it was expedient that one man should die for the people.
Marriage with Jesus Christ
Hosea 2:19 (KJV) And I will betroth thee unto me for ever; yea, I will betroth thee unto me in righteousness, and in judgment, and in lovingkindness, and in ercies.
Amenity #1 Immortality (New Incorruptible Body)
Amenity #2 New Real Estate (NEW Heaven and New Earth)
Amenity #3 Social Life (Friends in Heaven ) “Your good reputation is eternal’
1 Corinthians 13:12 (KJV) For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.
Luke 16:9-10 (KJV) And I say unto you, Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, they may receive you into everlasting habitations. He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.
Amenity # 4 Protected from the Wrath of God
Matthew 24:21 (KJV) 21 For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be.
1 Thessalonians 5:9 (KJV) For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,
John 3:16-18 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
Luke 21:36 (KJV) Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man.
1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 (KJV) For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
Amenity #5 Worship
Revelation 5:13 (KJV) And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever.
Service begins at 9:30 AM Sunday March 12,2017
I took this picture several years ago, while on vacation in Florida. The morning was calm, peaceful and reminded me of immortality We are presenting a sermon series our church that I’ve entitled “Peeking through the Gates of Heaven”.
What happens when we die?
What will Heaven look like?
Who will be there?
Will I have a new body?
The Bible says a great deal about the journey, the place, and the amenities we can look forward to enjoying there.
Join us this week as we look at the first amenity, Immortality. You may be surprised at what Christians can look forward to in Heaveen. Service begins at 9:30 AM on Sunday. Notes from bulletin below:
Peeking Through the Gates of Heaven Sermon series by Pastor Richard Daughtridge “Heaven’s Amenities”First Amenity of Heaven: Immortality
Great minds and great people have searched for immortality. All the time it’s right there in the Bible free for the asking.
A sad conclusion of human brilliance. “I cannot imagine a God who rewards and punishes the objects of his creation, …Neither can I believe that the individual survives the death of his body, although feeble souls harbor such thoughts through fear or ridiculous egotism. ~ Albert Einstein, as quoted in his New York Times Obituary, April 19, 1955)
1 Corinthians 15:51-56 (KJV) Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality. So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is thy sting? Romans 8:21 (KJV) Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.
2 Peter 1:4 (KJV) Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
2 Timothy 1:10 (KJV) But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel:
2 Peter 3:12-13 (KJV) Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat? Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.
Revelation 21:1-6 (KJV) And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away
Ezekiel 28:13 (KJV) Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamond, the beryl, the onyx, and the jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, and gold: the workmanship of thy tabrets and of thy pipes was prepared in thee in the day that thou wast created.
John 14:2 – In my Father’s house are many mansions: if [it were] not [so], I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
Revelation 22:1-5 (KJV) And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb.
Next week: “Heavens Amenities Continued
Peeking Through the Gates of Heaven Sermon series by Pastor Richard Daughtridge
Things we want to cover in this series.
Where is Heaven? Is Heaven a physical place?
Things that were, Things that are. Things that will be.
Revelation 1:18, “I am he who lives, and was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore. Amen. And I have the keys of Hades and of Death.”
Mission of Heaven Luke 15: 10 (KJV) Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth
Desire for Heaven Hebrews 11:16 (KJV) But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he hath prepared for them a city.
Loved ones cheering us on. Hebrews 12:1-2 (KJV) Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
Administrating Government Revelation 5:7-10 (KJV) And he came and took the book out of the right hand of him that sat upon the throne. And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints. And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation; And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
Past Death of Saints Luke 16:22-23 (KJV) And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom.
.Support for the Saints Romans 8:34-35 (KJV) Who is he that condemneth? It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?
Prayers For Us In Heaven Hebrew 7:29 Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.
Next week: “Heavens Residents”
This Sunday September 11, 2016 will be the 15th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center. We will honor the victims, heroes, and their families as we remember them in our prayers and words of condolences.
Let’s not forget to give a hearty thank you to their comrades, all the first responders, the fireman, the police, the soldiers and the medical staff in our lives today.
We also will worship and give thanks to God for keeping us safe through these days of evil aggression.
We, at Jacob’s Church, will be having a special Sunday service in which we will remember them.
Testimonies of that day will be shared by:
Dwayne Smith, who was part of the Secret Service Team that secured the White House on 911. He was assigned to protect the presidential family and the White House Staff and was on duty that day. He’ll share some of those memories.
Rori Cannon Daughtridge, now Pastor Daughtridge’s daughter-in law, did not go to work that day. She normally walked by the Trade Center but from the riverside in terror she watched the second plane crashed into the tower. Her future husband, Ryan, was in Africa calling everyone he knew to find out if she was alright. Though they we estranged for two years he knew the love of his life was somewhere near that Trade Center. Rori can tell the rest of the story.
Pastor Richard will sing ‘Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning.
The sermon for Sunday will be, “Out of the Rubble Stood a Cross” by Pastor Richard.
We will have a prayer for the families of the 911 tragedy, for the first responders that protect us today and for America, the nation we love.
Service will begin at 9:30 AM Directions 495 Harbaugh Valley Road just off Rt.16 between Blue Ridge Summit and Emmittsburg. Proceed east on Route 16 out of Waynesboro, after Blue Ridge Sportsman club turn right at next road. Church is just up the road on right. Look for sign on Rt.16 and Harbaugh Valley Road.
Father’s Day Announcement
Next Sunday June 19 will be Father’s Day. The ladies of the church are planning a special day for all the fathers. Beginning at 8:00 sharp the ladies will be serving up a hot cake, sausage, and egg casserole, breakfast for the men. Be seated in the pavilion by 8:00 promptly as our service will begin at 9:30. During the celebration service, in which we will honor the fathers, Pastor Richard will share a sermon entitled, “The High Calling of “Dad”. Sign up for breakfast will be in back of church this Sunday June 12th. You may also RSVP by calling Jean Koons 717-765-4376 to add your name to the list.
“Down for the Count ” Pentecost Sermon by Pastor Richard Daughtridge May 15, 2016
Round One: Crucifixion
Round Two: Resurrection
Round Three: Holy Spirit Sent
“Now get up !”
Leviticus 23:16-17 Count off fifty days up to the day after the seventh Sabbath [i.e. of Passover], and then present an offering of new grain to the LORD. From wherever you live, bring two loaves made of two-tenths of an ephah of the finest flour, baked with yeast, as a wave offering of firstfruits to the LORD.
John 4:34 (KJV) Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.
Numbers 28:26 On the day of firstfruits, when you present to the LORD an offering of new grain during the Festival of Weeks (i.e. Pentecost), hold a sacred assembly and do no regular work.
Acts 1:1-5 (KJV) The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, 2 Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given commandments unto the apostles whom he had chosen: 3 To whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God: 4 And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me. 5 For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence.
Acts 1:8 (KJV) But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
John 14:26 (KJV) But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
Romans 8:11, “If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit, who lives in you.” “Now get up!”
Sunday May 29, Memorial Day Weekend, we will honor those who served to defend our freedom. This year we will be honor these during the morning service, at 9:30 AM. World War II veteran, Grady Grimm, will be sharing his experience.
We will be unfolding the American Flag, used in 911 commemorations around the area beginning the very week our nation was attacked on 9/11.
After the flag is unfolded we will have our annual Memorial Day Weekend Role Call, prayer and Taps on the Bugle.
Our bluegrass band will lead worship and well as a song tribute to those who served.
There will be lunch and fellowship served in the pavilion immediately following the ceremonies. Sign ups begin next week. Church is providing bread, meat, deserts and drinks. Please bring a hot vegetable or salad to share.
Bring your lawn chairs as this event and our service will be held outside.
Sermon by Pastor Richard that day will be “One Nation Under God”.
(Don’t forget your lawn chairs.)
This week’s Message: “Surviving the Storms of Life” third of a sermon series “The Church Victorious” by Pastor Richard Daughtridge May 1, 2016 Service begins at 9:30.
This Sunday we will conclude our sermon series “The Crown of His Majesty”. We will take the crown of thorns off the cross, We’ll remove the stone left at the foot of the cross, typical of the one thrown at the woman caught in adultery. The sign, at the top of the cross, will no longer read,” King of the Jews”, but “King of Kings and Lord of Lords”. The little sign we placed at the bottom of the cross, “I did this for… you”, will now take on a new meaning. He will never again hang on an old rugged cross nor wear a crown of thorns, but sit on a throne at God the Father’s right hand. Our sermon this Sunday, “From a Thorn to a Throne,” will take us in our journey to Heaven where we’ll see what the Apostle John saw. A Risen Savior being crowned by those that love Him. We continue to gather stones, not to throw, but precious jewels for a Crown of His Majesty. Service starts at 9:30 Sunday morning April 3rd. Come prepared to worship. Jacob’s church is located at 495 Harbaugh Valley Road, just off Rt 16 between Waynesboro and Emmetsburg, Maryland. Look for sign on Rt. 16.
For the past weeks we’ve followed Jesus along the Sea of Galilee. Wow, what a trip. He disarmed the stone throwers, healed the blind, made the lame to walk, raised the dead, cleansed the lepers and unfolded a plan for the salvation of man. Does such deserve to wear a crown of thorns and be nailed to a cross?
Our world seems out of control at times.
The Apostle John in Revelation 5 said he wept when no one was found worthy to open the book which contained the power to end and vindicate the evil that man had allowed to spiral out of control. He was comforted to be told that The Lion of Judah was ready to take the world back. Looking for this big Lion he saw only a lamb.
This week we see the Lamb led down the road of a king to be his execution. Then we realize that the very Passover lamb is in fact the Lion. He will die as a lamb but be raised into a Lion after three days. In the last three sermons we will replace the crown of thorns with a new crown that we will give Him.
Like the wise Kings of Christmas, we will bring our gifts fit for a King. “The King is Coming” is an appropriate title for this week’s sermon. Sunday 20th I will introduce the King of the Jews, The Lamb of God. Sunday 27th after he was unjustly put to death we will see the Father raise him from the dead. The Lion of the Tribe of Judah will prevail. Then on April 3rd we will Crown him with many crowns. Don’t miss a single service. Special music in each service. Services begin at 9:30 at Jacobs Church 495 Harbaugh Valley Road just off Route 16 between Waynesboro Pa. and Emmetsburg Md .
The Crown of His Majesty Sermon Series will be preached at the foot of the large Cross erected up front at church.
“Can anything good come out of Nazareth ?” part one of sermon series “The Crown of His Majesty” , by Pastor Richard Daughtridge
Court Clerk : “Call your First Witness.”
John 1:46 (KJV)
And Nathanael said unto him, Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip saith unto him, Come and see.
Luke 4:16-21 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read. [17] And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was written, [18] The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, [19] To preach the acceptable year of the Lord. [20] And he closed the book, and he gave it again to the minister, and sat down. And the eyes of all them that were in the synagogue were fastened on him. [21] And he began to say unto them, This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears.
Matthew 11:4-5
Jesus answered and said unto them, Go and shew John again those things which ye do hear and see: [5] The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them.
Luke 7:22
Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached.
Matthew 20:30-34
And, behold, two blind men sitting by the way side, when they heard that Jesus passed by, cried out, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou Son of David. [31] And the multitude rebuked them, because they should hold their peace: but they cried the more, saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou Son of David. [32] And Jesus stood still, and called them, and said, What will ye that I shall do unto you? [33] They say unto him, Lord, that our eyes may be opened. [34] So Jesus had compassion on them, and touched their eyes: and immediately their eyes received sight, and they followed him.
Mark 10:46-52
And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. [47] And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me. [48] And many charged him that he should hold his peace: but he cried the more a great deal, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me. [49] And Jesus stood still, and commanded him to be called. And they call the blind man, saying unto him, Be of good comfort, rise; he calleth thee. [50] And he, casting away his garment, rose, and came to Jesus. [51] And Jesus answered and said unto him, What wilt thou that I should do unto thee? The blind man said unto him, Lord, that I might receive my sight. [52] And Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy faith hath made thee whole. And immediately he received his sight, and followed Jesus in the way.
Disciples That Love
Sermon Notes : “PS I love you.“, a sermon by Pastor Richard Daughtridge
John 21:15-25 (KJV)15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. 16 He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep. 17 He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep. 18 Verily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdedst thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldest: but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest not. 19 This spake he, signifying by what death he should glorify God. And when he had spoken this, he saith unto him, Follow me. 20 Then Peter, turning about, seeth the disciple whom Jesus loved following; which also leaned on his breast at supper, and said, Lord, which is he that betrayeth thee? 21 Peter seeing him saith to Jesus, Lord, and what shall this man do? 22 Jesus saith unto him, If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? follow thou me. 23 Then went this saying abroad among the brethren, that that disciple should not die: yet Jesus said not unto him, He shall not die; but, If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? 24 This is the disciple which testifieth of these things, and wrote these things: and we know that his testimony is true. 25 And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written. Amen.
God’s made us Spiritual, Emotional, and Physical.
1 Thes. 5:23 And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Three Greek Words All are love but none should stand alone.
Agape ( Unconditional Love)
Phillio (Emotional Love )
Eros ( Physical Expression of Love )
Love is a part of our free will.
Three things that impact our love.
1 Corinthians 2:14 The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God; for they are foolishness unto him; neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.
Romans 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
1 John 4:7-11 Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. [8] He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. [9] In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. [10] Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. [11] Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.
Romans 8:28-29 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. [29] For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren.
Hebrews 6:12 That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
1 Peter 3:13 And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?
1 Cor. 11:1 Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.
2 Thes. 3:9 Not because we have not power, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you to follow us.
2016
What will the new year hold for us?
How can we make 2016 different? By believing and following Jesus Christ
In 2016 will we be changers of our world or are we conformers to a system spiraling out of control? We will be changers.
Romans 12:1-3 (KJV) 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. 3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.
Can we make a difference? Yes
A slogan I’d like to use for 2016 is “To Believe and Follow”
What a privilege to have been given faith to believe in Jesus Christ who is all powerful, all knowing, and all caring and who is at the right hand of God the Father in Heaven making intercession for us. In 2016 we will believe and follow, His Word, and His leading through the Holy Spirit.
Today’s Message “Another Year Another Purpose”, Sermon by Pastor Richard Daughtridge
2 Cor. 5:18-19 And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; [19] To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
John 20:21-23 Then said Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. [22] And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost: [23] Whose soever sins ye remit, they are remitted unto them; and whose soever sins ye retain, they are retained.
Hebrews 2:17Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.
Acts 2:42-47 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. [43] And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles. [44] And all that believed were together, and had all things common; [45] And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. [46] And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, [47] Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.
Matthew 28:16-20 (NIV) Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
News at Jacob’s Church
Christmas Celebrations continue this Sunday 20th at 9:30 for our annual Christmas Sunday service and then our Candlelight service will begin at 6:00 PM December 23, 2015. All are invited as the celebration continues. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas.
I remember standing in the middle of Arlington Cemetery looking at all the crosses. Each grave held someone’s son, daughter, brother, sister, father, or mother. I remember asking myself if all these wars were in vain? All these must have all believed there was a cause worth dying for. I felt so small and undeserving to be in the presence of thousands that made the sacrifice Christ mentioned when he said “greater hath no man love than this that he lay down his life for his fri…ends. Later that same day I visited the Vietnam Wall Memorial and stood and watched friends and family searching for a name on the wall. Being of that era I knew some of my friends that were listed on the memorial. I felt honored to have known them and undeserving of their sacrifice.
To you that served and survived , you also deserve our deepest respect and thanks. Thank you for serving, protecting, and defending the freedom we enjoy.
Recently on the Sunday after 911 we unfolded the flag on the church lawn and had members of four of our armed forces pray a prayer. The first line of the Marine Prayer given by Bill Loughridge inspired my sermon this Sunday.
First Line of the Marine’s Prayer “Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of Thy presence and obedient to Thy will.”.
The title of the sermon is “Having Done All to Stand”. Today on Veterans day as I read the creeds and codes, that our American soldiers hold dear, I realize that Christians have values not only worth dying for but living for. We are Onward Christian Soldiers. I hope you’ll join us Sunday Nov. 13, 2016 at 9:30 to both hear the sermon and to honor the Veterans in the service. Service begins at 9:30 this Sunday at Jacob’s Church 495 Harbaugh Valley Road Fairfield Pennsylvania. (just off route 16 between Waynesboro and Emmetsburg). Pastor Richard
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“Profile of a Leader”, a sermon by Pastor Richard Daughtridge November1, 2015
I’ve always said that a man must first conquer his own soul before he can conquer the world. When you look in the mirror do you see faith or falsehood, a winner or a whiner?
We all would like to be better people. We all lead or follow. With so many conflicting instructions in the world Christians should all be leaders at your post. Today let’s look at the mirror of God’s Word in a sermon called the Profile of a Leader.
We all can be better. Today we examine our leadership.
Matthew 8 8-10 But the centurion said, “Lord, I am not worthy for You to come under my roof, but just say the word, and my servant will be healed. 9“For I also am a man under authority, with soldiers under me; and I say to this one, ‘Go!’ and he goes, and to another, ‘Come!’ and he comes, and to my slave, ‘Do this!’ and he does it.” 10Now when Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those who were following, “Truly I say to you, I have not found such great faith with anyone in Israel.…
Philip. 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Matthew 28:20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
1Samuel 17:4-7 A champion named Goliath, who was from Gath, came out of the Philistine camp. He was over nine feet tall.
3. A Leader has heart
1Samuel 17:32 David said to Saul, “Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine; your servant will go and fight him.”
1Samuel 17:50 So David triumphed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone; without a sword in his hand he struck down the Philistine and killed him.
James 1:8 A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
1 Cor. 2:16 For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he may instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ.
1 Tim. 1:16 Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.
1 Cor. 12:12 For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ.
Matthew 25:23 His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
Sermon: Jesus’s prayers.
Let’s read in St.John Chapter 17 together. Verses 1-5
Jesus gives the state of his mission and reveals our mission.
Four Prayers that Jesus Prayed on Our Behalf ( We now see the answers)
1. Keeping Faith
John 10:28,29 “…and I will give eternal life to them, and they shall never perish; and no one shall snatch them out of My hand. My Father Who has given them to me is greater than all and no one is able to snatch them out of My Father’s hand.”
2. Protecting Faith
John 17:14 I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
Matt 28:19-20 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
3. Faith to Change
John 17:17-19 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth. [18] As thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world. [19] And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.
4. Unity Faith
John 17:22 And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, even as we are one:
John 17:11 And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are.
John 13:35 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.
Conclusion
Jude 1:3 Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints.
Pastor Richard’s opening words.
“Today this service so fitly named “Sunday after Nine Eleven” is not to reopen wounds and hurts thus magnifying the terrors and intentions of evil people. The image we examine today is not a falling tower but the rising people. These people were united in faith and love and resolved to rise above the works of evil.
We want to revisit their prayers, be immersed in their love and maintain their resolve to be free.
Christ said, “Greater hath no man love than this that he would lay down his life for his friends.”
The heroes did not run from the smoke and ash but into to save people’s lives. Such courage must never be overlooked but passed forward to the next generation.
The Sunday after 911 was said to be the greatest prayer days in America and around the world since the invasion at Pearl Harbor.
We need to remember our oaths to God and to thank Him for the miracle of today and again pass them forward.
How do we obtain such courage, love and resolve?”
This is the flag we will unfold and pray around (weather permitting)
“Sunday after Nine Eleven” Special Service September 13, 2015 All welcome.
The purpose of this service so fitly named “Sunday after Nine Eleven” is not to reopen wounds and hurts thus magnifying the terrors and intentions of evil people. The image we examine today is not a falling tower but the rising people. These people were united in faith and love and resolved to rise above the works of evil.
We want to revisit their prayers, be immersed in their love and maintain their resolve to be free.
Christ said, “Greater hath no man love than this that he would lay down his life for his friends.”
The heroes did not run from the smoke and ash but into to save people’s lives. Such courage must never be overlooked but passed forward to the next generation.
The Sunday after 911 was said to be the greatest prayer days in America and around the world since the invasion at Pearl Harbor.
We need to remember our oaths to God and to thank Him for the miracle of today and again pass them forward.
How do we obtain such courage, love and resolve?
Come and join us Sunday as we open the flag. Pray for America and renew our resolves to continue to rise up out of the ashes. Service begins at 9:30 Flag service, and lunch will continue immediately following the service.
Announcement From Last Weeks Bulletin
SPECIAL 9-11 SERVICE WEEK END SERVICE Join us for a special “Sunday After 9-11” service.” Invite all the first responders you may know, your family, friends and neighbors. We will recognize those first responders in the service. We will revisit the prayers America prayed on the greatest call to prayer day since Pearl Harbor.
We’ll begin the remembrance in our morning worship service September 13th at 9:30 a.m. and continue afterwards down in the pavilion behind the church at 11:00 a.m.
Pastor Richard remembers, “Two days after September 11, when I was coaching girls’ soccer at Smithsburg High, we unfolded a 20’ x 30’ American flag on the soccer field before our game. Both Smithsburg High School girls’ soccer team and Hedgesville, WV girls’ soccer team unfolded the giant flag as a symbol of hope in the height of our nation’s extreme grief. Players from both teams volunteered to pray for the victims, their families and our nation.”
After the service, we will meet at the pavilion, gather around that same flag, pray for our nation and give thanks for our freedom and liberties. We will then share in a pot luck lunch together. The meat, drinks and paper products will be provided. Please bring a covered side dish and a dessert to share.
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