A True Reward

Hebrews 11.24-27

We live in an “instant” culture.

Waiting on God is a difficult challenge.

Our choices affect our destiny .

Choices and destiny – another perspective

Moses makes a tough call. (Acts 7.20-29)

He is born in poverty , but is raised in luxury . STAFF CHURCH STREET CHURCH OF CHRIST
PULPIT MINISTER 305 W. Church Street, Lewisburg, TN 37091
He decides to visit, and even defend , his own people. Kyle Bolton 993-3520 931.359.3597
kyle@churchst.org
He flees to Midian, for his time has not yet come. FAMILY MINISTER
Bill Tankersley 993-8977 A GLIMPSE OF HEAVEN September 23, 2018
Confusion replaces confidence. Tankersley69@cs.com
YOUTH MINISTER
Christians are often maligned by the world as being people who are consumed only by a
It is best to wait for God’s timing – even when it seems like we are throwing a chance away. Caleb Taylor 993-2151 “pie-in-the-sky, by and by” mentality. They say Christianity is not a “real world” experience.
caleb@churchst.org Sadly, there are many who fail to realize that the practice of Christianity is an exercise in
Moses sees the invisible. (Hebrews 11.24-27) HISPANIC MINISTER
increasing one’s awareness of an “other-worldly” kind of experience that is available to all
Hector Cruz 993-0009 who genuinely seek it.
Jesus is tempted . (Matthew 4.1-11) hectorcruz@cscofc.org
hectorcruz@churchst.org
Rather than become like the world in which we live, the church is called to provide for that
SECRETARY
world a “glimpse of heaven.” It should be true that when one truly experiences the church, it
Satan appeals to His sense of instant gratification. Talitha Liggett 359-3597
tbl76@bellsouth.net is like getting a small taste of heaven. But, is this true? Do people who enter the assemblies
of the church truly get a hint of an even more glorious life still to come?
“Turn these stones to bread – NOW!”
ELDERS
ELDERS Today, is a special day for the Church Street family, Of course, every day is a special day
“Jump off the temple to prove you are the Son of God – NOW!” Steve Allen 212-8390
when the saints of God gather to worship Him, But, today is a day when a special effort is
Wayne Cozart 224-2818
steveallen2@bellsouth.net
wayne@churchst.org being made to emphasize our worship and praise given to God, to enjoy our interpersonal
“You can have all the kingdoms of the world – NOW!” Wayne Cozart 224-2818 time to study His word in smaller classroom settings, to be led in worship by our young men
David Jent
wayne@churchst.org270-6631
(and an opportunity to offer encouragement to them), to honor all our children who have
Is this tempting – really? Yes! david@david jentrealty.com
David Jent 270-6631 successfully mastered their memory work in Bible class; and to share a wonderful time of
Don Ledford 615-714-3213
david@davidjentrealty.com food and fellowship — all in the name of the Lord!
Jesus is constantly aware of God’s will , God’s way , and God’s timing . dledford@ledfordexchange.com
Don Ledford 615-714-3213
Lee Morrison 703-4044
dledford@ledfordexchange.com I hope we are all planning to stay for this extended day together and enjoy all the benefits
lee@churchst.org of being a family in Christ. It is my personal prayer that, as we worship, study, and enjoy
Lee Morrison 703-4044
What about us? lee@churchst.org fellowship together today, we will catch ”a glimpse of heaven” — and give God the glory!

DEACONS
Will WilsonSteve Allen
580-8821
359- Kyle
Wait on the Lord! williamwilson364@gmail.com
4616

Take time to listen to His counsel. Kenneth Bailey 993-2159

DEACONS CHILDREN’S HOME ITEMS FOR OCTOBER: baked beans
Grover Collins 359-5386
Kenneth
Matt Ervin Bailey 993-2159
637-1830
Pull back from the immediate situation in order to think and reflect, before deciding. Grover Collins
Greg Hardison 359-5386
703-4231 SEPTEMBER EVENTS:
Matt Ervin
Joel Hargrove 637-1830
652-7143 TODAY Fellowship Sunday, 9:00 - worship, 10:10 - Bible class (Bible class bell will
Surround ourselves with the wisdom of respected others. Greg
Robert Hardison
Hopkins 703-4231
364-3927 ring at 10:50), 11:00 - young men conduct worship, potluck in annex
Joel
GaryHargrove
Lancaster 652-7143
359-5215
immediately following service. There will be a slide show of Fall
Be brave enough to doubt our own objectivity . Robert Hopkins
Kelly Lane 675-2852
359-5986
Gary Lancaster
Joe Liggett 359-5215
359-4929 Advance in auditorium after lunch.
Will we follow God’s will , in God’s way , and with God’s timing ? Kelly Lane
Ray Wakefield 359-5986
359-2328 Sept. 24 Calling all Ladies! Ladies Night Out in Rm 13, 6:00.
Joe Liggett
Clifford Whitaker 359-4929
637-3507 Bring your favorite dish.
Ray
BrittWakefield
Wiles 359-2328
359-7702
God’s true reward is given to those who wait on Him! Clifford
Mike WilesWhitaker 637-3507
359-4165 Sept. 25 Road Trip to Southern Tre’ Steak House in Columbia.
Britt Wiles
Will Wilson 359-7702
293-6814 Sign up at white board. Bus leaves at 11 am.
Mike Wiles 359-4165
 Prayer Updates Birthdays and Anniversaries
 Ruth Hargrove & Dawn Baker are in Maury Reg.
 Please add Shirley McCollum to your prayer list.

BY CALEB Continue to Remember in Prayer ...

Sept. 25 Andi Leigh Tankersley - 3
 Jimmy Rickman, Louise Poarch, Bobbye Lou Adcock,
Dina Crigger, Jeff Terrell (son-in-law of Melvin & Sue Sept. 26 Debbie Cole
Willoughby), Wilma Nabergall (mother of Mark Na- Logan Courtemanche - 16
bergall), Bobby Winsett (friend of Gary & Theresa Lan- Ruth Grogan
caster), Sept. 27 Kim Wasserman
Allison Werner - 19
Ongoing Prayer Needs Sept. 29 Eryn Ketchum
Sept. 30 Kim Anderson
 IN HOME SHUT-INS Stella Cook - 4
Bobbye Lou Adcock, Theola Blue, Barbara Chunn, Karen Garrett
Wynona Clark, Betty Daniels, Austin & Ruth Grogan, Margaret Tyree
Billy & Jo Ellen Haislip, Ruth Hargrove, James Jordan,
Mike McCollum, Roslyn Sutherland, Margaret Wade Sept. 26 Jake & Kathryn Lintz
Sept. 28 Brian & Catina Cheatham
 NHC LEWISBURG
Sept. 30 John & Charlotte Zajac - 29 yrs
Pat Blackmore, Ralph Lowrance, Elise Murphy,
Margaret Tyree, James Whitsett, Alice Willis
 NHC OAKWOOD
Congratulations to Betty Carter, Dorothy Phillips, Madalyn Shelton, Ralph
TODAY!
Aaron Collins for his Congratulation to Lane Wilson
we will be having our Fellowship Sunday.
decision to become a Stacey on his decision
 VILLAGE MANOR
Christian. Aaron is to become a Christian. James Allen, Roy & Anna Bolton, Nancy Derryberry, Morning Worship: 9:00 AM
Lane is the son of Lyn Elizabeth Hardison, Mary Louise Osborne, Sondra Bible Class: 10:15 AM
the son of Andy & Rasori, Lucy Tate, Laquita Weaver Second Worship (led by young men): 11:00 AM
Jamie Collins. & Tara Stacey.
His address is: His address is:  OUR MILITARY Fellowship meal in the annex
1900 Palmento Cemetery Donnie Allen, Mark Allen, Luke Anderson, Todd immediately after
1732 New Columbia Lowrance the 11:00 AM service.
Hwy, Lewisburg. Rd, Lewisburg.
 OUR MISSION POINTS Bring your favorite dishes, drinks,
Colonet, Mexico; City of Children (Ensenada, Mexico); and desserts — and join us!
World Bible School; Ghana preachers; Zambia jail
Congratulations to ministry; Eastern European Missions; Inner City We will be honoring Caleb Taylor
Aidan Hurt on his Ministry; AGAPE; Fishers of Men; Tennessee Children’s at this time , A basket for well
decision to become a Home; World Christian Broadcasting, Disaster Relief; wishes will be available.
Christian. local Hispanic Ministry
NO PM SERVICE!
His address is:
1875 Lakehill Cr,
Lewisburg. FOR THE RECORD
We have received thank you notes from: September 16, 2018
Betty Daniels, Jimmy & Judy Rickman.
AM 326*
Please stop and read it.
Hispanic 25
********************** PM 154
Bible Class 266*
The Girls Bible Time has been moved to Wed. Night 222
September 30 instead of the first
Sunday. Notice change.
Contribution $10,626.91
September 28-30 RUSH (Freed-Hardeman)
* includes Hispanic group & Advance