The Jesus Style
What would it be like if George Bush came to town? Or John Kerry? I am sure we would notice. It would be difficult to get close to either of them. In the first century the world was waiting. Waiting for what? Whom? Waiting for the Son of God to make his entrance. What would this be like?
The arrival of Jesus was not like a King, dignitary, High Priest, or other important figure. For most of the world his arrival went unnoticed. He had no "presence" that spoke of pomp or self-importance. In fact, Isaiah indicated that people would not be attracted to him in a physical or popular sense.
He came as a baby, entered into the lowest social class, lived in obscurity for 30 years, made selfless choices regarding ministry, acquired neither a home nor wealth, did not "hobnob" with the influential. He spoke plainly, identified with the disenfranchised, was a voice for the poor and oppressed, led people to God, lived what he preached, and ushered in a new understanding of God's Kingdom. Simply put, he was a servant.
We speak frequently of becoming like Christ, being Christ-like, discipleship (which is to be a follower/student/learner of someone), or transformation. What is this all about? God is concerned that we become like his son. If we are to be Christ-like, then it stands to reason that we should seek to be like Christ. Obviously, we can't do that completely. Yet, a Christian or church that is like Christ will seek to be a servant in the world because that was his major identity. That perspective on life is what he called his first disciples to and it is his call to us today. May we be like him, servants, living for the purposes of his Kingdom. We are not the Messiah but servants of the Messiah and servants to our lost world.
Sonny Guild
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WHAT'S HAPPENING? |
| Sunday, May 16 |
Bible Class & Worship
Evening Worship
*Woods' Farewell Party |
9 & 10 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. |
| Monday, May 17 |
Prayer & Share Time
Monday Night For the Master
*Education Committee Meets |
8:30 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, May 18 |
Life Group Bible Study - Hiltys'
Adult Bible Study - Youngs' |
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, May 19 |
Ladies' Class out for Summer
Classes & Devotional |
7:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, May 20 |
Men's Breakfast - Henry D's
Delma's Quilters |
6:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m. |
| Friday, May 21 |
| Ladies' Breakfast - Towne Crier |
8:30 a.m.
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The Stirman Family requests the pleasure of your company
for a Reception honoring
FRED & GLADINE
celebrating 55 years of marriage
(June 10, 1949 - June 10, 2004)
Sunday, June 6, 2004
1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon
Library Atrium
Abilene, Christian University
Best Wishes Only, Please
A Memory Book will be compiled for the celebration. If you are unable to attend, please send any items you would like to have included to:
Haley Stirman
710 Sugar Creek Blvd.
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 242-3638
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THANK YOU NOTES
Just a note to say thank you and to express our appreciation for all the cards, gifts and yellow roses left in Bertha Lesley's room at Coronado Nursing Center. She is a lovely person and enjoyed attending church when she was able. On behalf of her son, Odell Lesley of El Paso, TX, and her daughter, Tammie Sue Banks of Portland, Oregon, I want to say thank you again.
Wanda McClure (Bertha's sister-in-law)
Many thanks to the "paint lady" who refurbished the table in the back foyer. It's bootiful!
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PRAYER CONCERNS
Alfred Gadberry - Hendrick 6716
Dr. R.L. Hobbs Hendrick Rehab, 2024
Remember Ashley and Jenny Francis as they leave DFW tomorrow to join Charles Stelding in Leipzig, Germany, to participate in a 6 week mission effort.
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OUR SYMPATHY
Our sympathy goes out to Dorothy Minor and her entire family at the death of her great-grandson, Stephen Harvey. His funeral was Tuesday afternoon in Olney.
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You are cordially invited to join the families of
Jeffrey Brandon Ronquillo
&
Jeffrey Aaron Sparks
at a Barbecue in Honor and Celebration of their
High School Graduation
on Friday, May 28, 2004 at 6 p.m.
at the Cobb Park Activity Center on Forrest
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
TONIGHT! Remember to come to the Fellowship Hall for a Farewell Reception for the Woods family. Sign the Bible in the foyer and give your gift for the money tree to Hazel, Dixie, Janie or Carla. Please bring sandwiches, chips & dips, or finger desserts.
Congratulations to Jessica Hackworth, granddaughter of Clyde & Birdie Terrell, who is graduating as Valedictorian from the Eula School System.
Congratulations to Dorothy Kemp, a proud great-grandmother. Born May 12 in Coleman, Ella Grace Crowder weighed 7lb. 11oz. and was 19 inches long.
Senior Sunday is May 23. Our high school graduates this year are Diane Larned, Jeff Ronquillo and Aaron Sparks. A reception will be held after evening services.
Hey Golfers! Golf Scramble on Saturday, May 29 - 9 a.m. at Dyess. $17-$20 per person. Sign up in the foyer. Direct questions to David Strickland or Dwayne Hilty.
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THOSE TO SERVE
MAY 16, 2004
Song Leader: Jeff Houghton
Speaker: Sonny Guild
Communion: Bill Spann
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MAY 23, 2004
Song Leader: Al Watkins
Speaker: Sonny Guild
Communion: Brad Sullivan
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Eastside
J.T. Middleton
Zach Griffith
Gary Mabry
Mark Hardegree
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Westside
Ron Hill
P.J. Russ
Morris Sanders
Randy Tharp
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Eastside
Wayland Schroeder
Buck Hood
Chad Longley
Mike Northrup
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Westside
Bill Flatt
John Fort
Dick Lago
David Strickland
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Garland Cranfill
Closing Prayer: Steve Smith
Evening
Opening Prayer: Glenn Bailey
Closing Prayer: Ray Oden
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Steve Smith
Closing Prayer: John McCowan
Evening
Opening Prayer: Bart Crisman
Closing Prayer: Farrell Stephens
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STATISTICS FOR MAY 9, 2004 |
ATTENDANCE
Bible Class: 119
Morning Worship: 249
Evening Worship: 93
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CONTRIBUTION
Budget: $3,967.21
May 9th: $3,533.28
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Woodlawn Church of Christ
3185 N.10th
Abilene, Texas 79603
(325) 673-6776
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