Minister by Grace

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me faithful, appointing me to His service. -- 1 Timothy 1:12

We minister by grace. We are saved and made holy by God's grace given us in Jesus. We are declared holy and blameless before God because of the grace of Jesus. We are given a gift to use in ministry for the Church because of the grace of Jesus. We are given strength from the Holy Spirit to persevere during difficult times because of the grace of God in Jesus.

So what ministry we find ourselves capable of performing, what opportunities we have to serve and make a difference in people's lives, and what power we have in fulfilling our ministry are all given to us. It is not something to boast about. The Lord's power is made perfect in weakness as we offer ourselves to him to be used for His glory.

Retreat This Weekend

CONNECTING WITH PURPOSE
WOMEN'S RETREAT
OCTOBER 15 - SATURDAY
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
HILLCREST STUDENT BUILDING
FEATURED SPEAKERS
DR. SUE EDWARDS & DR. JOYE BAKER
COST: $20.00

IF YOU FORGOT TO REGISTER BUT WANT TO COME LET US KNOW.

WE PURCHASED A FEW EXTRA LUNCHES JUST IN CASE!

SESSION ONE
The Bible Declares: It's not optional!
Explore Titus 2:3-5 in depth to discover God's beautiful design to alleviate loneliness and grow all the women of the church

SESSION TWO
Connecting in a Disconnected World
Discover the various creative ways women can connect with one another to encourage, support, and care for one another.

SESSION THREE
Unplugged with Sue & Joye!
Explore what it means to be a Titus 2 woman at Hillcrest Baptist Church. Q & A with two of the nations leading scholars on women and the church.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
Small group discussions at each table
Worship led by Edi Morris
Lunch provided by Bakery on a Hill
Door prize drawings for Silpada jewelry
Break times for fellowship with old and new friends
Special take home gift for every woman
T-Shirt fundraiser for Student Missions Scholarship Fund
Gift bag and program book
Dress for the day is comfortable & casual

The Cafe will be open from 8:30 - 9:00 AM if you want to purchase a drink. Light breakfast items (muffins etc) will also be available for purchase. Water and ice tea will be available at no charge.

Storms

The sun is always shining
No matter what we face
But often we see clouds
Instead of God’s sweet grace

The storms and north wind blow
Causing us to be dismayed
But when the sun comes beaming through
Our cares are cast away.

Just as God sends rain and snow
To clear the air today
He also washes all our sin
And makes our lives aglow

When turbulence and trouble
Are sent by God above
Remember He is on the throne
Guiding us with His love.

~February 2007~
G. Harlin

On the way to Pa. in Feb., a snow storm was brewing . We also had turbulence in the plane.Dan mentioned how the sun is always shining above the clouds, even when we are in the storm below. God sent these thoughts.