VOLUME 21 ISSUE 16 | APRIL 17, 2011
Christian Bible Baptist Church official Sunday publication
Victorious Christian Living in our FOLLOWSHIP Ye shall walk after the LORD your God, and fear him, and keep his commandments, and obey his voice, and ye shall serve him, and cleave unto him. Deuteronomy 13:4
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OLLOWERSHIP, or obedience, is a great factor to the success of an individual Christian or even of a church. To follow is a great tool for believers to learn humility, choosing to give up own will for the sake of the authority’s decision. A broken family, or a wasted life usually can be traced back to disobedience to the God-given authority. Let us then strive to have a heart that is willing to follow our authorities - may they be the parents, pastor, teacher, or Word of God, and God Himself. I am certainly excited about our big conference this week that is specifically designed for our youth. In as much as great preparations and constant prayers have already been already invested in this week, I challenge you, our young people to be a part. Allow God to work in you this week. It gives me great joy every time I see Baptist youths understanding that God should be the ruler of their lives, and then allowing Him to be one. May I also encourage you, the parents of our church, to send your young people to this event. We have done this annually for 12 years now, and I can say that it is already proven. Pray with me that God would mightily use this event and the guest speakers to challenge us with God’s Word, and that obedience will be our only response. My gratitude is also expressed to those who continually pray for me. God be praised for the victorious anniversary that was held last Sunday in Taiwan with 129 visitors and hundreds of souls saved. You have a great part in that success. Let us have a great Sunday and a great NBYC week!
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I. We should follow the man of God because of his God-given duty. A. The duty of the man of God speaks of his calling from heaven. B. The duty of the people of God is to stick to the commandment of God through the heavenly-called man of God. II. We should follow the man of God because of his God-guided direction. A. The man of God should be given veto power over our personal choices. B. The man of God should be given veto power over our preferences. III. We should follow the man of God because of his God-guaranteed decoration (beautification or adornment and reward). A. God guarantees His obedient children with cheerfulness. B. God guarantees His obedient children with fruitfulness.
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When we are obedient, God guides our steps and our stops.
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VICTORIOUS THROUGH FOLLOWING OUR PASTOR
A Glimpse on the Silver Anniversary Celebration of
(Following our Man of God - Teaching Authority) Jeremiah 3:15 / Ephesians 4:11-14
It is only by obedience that we understand the teaching of God. One act of obedience is better than one hundred sermons.
Baptist Heritage Bible College
• ALUMNI RETREAT
Alumni of BHBC fellowshipped together for an overnight stay at Rizal Re-creation Center on April 11. It was packed with fun, fellowship, and preaching that revolved around the theme, "Always Abounding in the Work of the Lord."
BANQUET NIGHT •
BHBC students and alumni enjoyed their BHBC Silver Anniversary banquet night on April 12 with the theme, "Thanks for the Victory" which Dr. Gil Laurena, the guest speaker, expounded.
• BHBC NIGHT
CBBC members appreciated more their participation in our Bible College ministry when they saw and heard many of the alumni being used of God last Wednesday night's service.
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10 WAYS TO HELP THE PASTOR
If you want to be an obedient Christian, you have one of two choices: be the pastor of a Bible-preaching, Bible-practicing church or help someone who is the pastor of a Bible-preaching, Bible-practicing church.
Here are some ways that you can be a tremendous help and blessing to your pastor. 1. Pray for him and his family. …The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. (James 5:16) Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. (Hebrews 4:16) Praying for your pastor daily will help him, and it will keep you tender toward his leadership. 2. Show up for the preaching of God’s Word. The elders which are among you I exhort, who am also an elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed: Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; (1Peter 5:1-2) Pastors are commanded to feed the flock. However, they are not commanded to make “home delivery” of the feed. Your pastor cannot feed you if you do not show up for the meal. Dr. Lee Roberson often said, “Every Christian needs three to prosper: Sunday morning, Sunday night, and Wednesday night.” 3. Pick a ministry and be faithful. Then beware lest thou forget the LORD, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage. Thou shalt fear the LORD thy God, and serve him . . . (Deuteronomy 6:12-13) Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you. (1Samuel 12:24) If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honour. (John 12:26) Jesus taught that the primary attribute for His followers was faithfulness. Rare is the church member today who can always be counted on for serving faithfully. 4. Obey the Lord in your stewardship. But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every PAGE 04 | APRIL 17 | ACTS 29
According to the Word of God, you need your pastor and he needs you!
man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. (2 Corinthians 9:6-7) The church needs your offerings for the Lord’s work. More importantly, you need to be obedient to the Lord and give it. If every church member were obedient about giving, churches would be looking for more good ways to use the Lord’s money. 5. Teach your children to respect the pastor. Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation. Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you. (Hebrews 13:7, 17) 6. Envision a great future for your church. Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. (Proverbs 29:18) Focus on the wonderful opportunity you have to see people saved, baptized, growing in the Lord, and serving in the church. Get excited about the events, outreach efforts, and special meetings of the church. 7. Take an active part in making that vision a reality. But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was. But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed. (James 1: 22-25) 8. Increase your love for your church family. Jesus taught that the world would recognize us as His followers by the love that we have for each other.Be faithful in prayer for one another. Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. (James 5:16)
Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; (Ephesians 6:18) Be aware of those who are struggling and look for ways to help. Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God. But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin. (Hebrews 3:12-13) Extend personal care to each other—function as the body of Christ. Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. (Galatians 6:2) 9. Share Christ and your church with others. And the lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled. (Luke 14:23) Andrew brought Peter to Jesus. This is the first step in becoming a soulwinner. Bringing people to church with you is the “entry level” of soulwinning. Anyone and everyone can do it. 10. Keep a positive spirit. Determine to focus on the good things in life and the good things about your church. Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the LORD his God: (Psalm 146:5) For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. (1John 5:4) Encourage your pastor by sharing his vision for your church.
Practice these ways
and experience the joy of helping the man of God! Kevan Bartlett Bible Truth Music ACTS 29 | APRIL 17 | PAGE 05
National Baptist Youth Convention 12 April 18-21, 2011
by Sis. Beata Agustin Noah, when he found grace in God’s eyes, followed and walked with Him circumspectly Despite corruption and violence that filled his generation grievously… Midst flood of waters upon the earth prevailing destructively, He, within God’s salvation-ark, settled victoriously!!! Abraham, when called by God, followed immediately and departed from Haran willingly Despite famine-trial and temptation-plagues that attacked him vigorously… Midst challenges besetting, along the test to offer his son sacrificially, He, within God’s faith-righteousness, surrendered victoriously!!! Joseph, when he was brought by God to Egypt, followed and responded optimistically Despite betrayal, enslavement and false accusation that he experienced painfully… Midst imprisonment and forgetfulness-suffering afflicting him devastatingly, He, within God’s wisdom-sovereignty, rose to power victoriously!!! Moses, when commanded by God, followed and took His instructions wholeheartedly Despite complainings, murmurings and rebellions that were staged openly… Midst stiffnecked Hebrews wandering around wilderness aimlessly, He, within God’s authority-guidance, submitted victoriously!!! Peter, when he was told by God to be a fisher of men, followed and left his net resolutely Despite his denial that made him weep bitterly while being repentant sincerely… Midst great persecutions that he and fellow apostles went thru rigorously, He, within God’s church-endeavor, preached the Gospel victoriously!!! Paul, when confounded by God on his way to Damascus, followed and obeyed zealously Despite infirmities, weariness, and shipwrecks that jeopardized his life perilously… Midst various threats, hardships and harassments that hurt him deliberately, He, within God’s assurance-power, finished his course victoriously!!! Pastor Ed, when he was led by God to go to San Pedro, followed and trusted Him fully Despite many uncertainties in the mission-field that waited for him overwhelmingly… Midst problems and heartaches in the ministry that he did face courageously, He, within God’s blessing-prosperity, abounds in His work victoriously!!! PAGE 06 | APRIL 17 | ACTS 29
Information Page - Registration for CBBC San Pedro delegates is scheduled tonight after the service at the old building. A P100.00 registration fee is a must so you can join in 1 of the 11 groups. - Meals will be available at our “Baptist Kitchen” for P40.00 each starting Monday night. If you choose to eat in our Baptist Kitchen, the total conference fee would be P500.00 for 10 meals and registration fee. - There will be 3 morning services including divided sessions, afternoon games and activities and 4 evening services. - Modesty will be observed throughout the conference. Shorts, sandos, miniskirts, sleeveless blouses and other immodest clothings will not be allowed. - If you will stay in the church vicinity for the duration of the conference, please bring necessary beddings. -Our church is hosting this event. Cooperate, be friendly and be a blessing to the delegates from other churches.
For more infos: www.facebook.com/barangayBYF nbyc@cbbcphilippines.org
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C O R N E R church
April 10 & 13
We’re making preparations for our most awaited
NBYC12.
1st AM Service 2nd AM Service Sunday Afternoon Wednesday First Time Visitors Baptisms
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Come and be a part! Baptist Youth Fundamentalist @ 1:30 PM
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MORNING EVENING 2 Kings 13-15 Ps. 100 2 Kings 16-19 Ps. 101 2 Kings 20-22 Ps. 102 2 Kings 23-25 Ps. 103 1 Chron. 1-3 Ps. 104:1-18 1 Chron. 4-7 Ps. 104:19-35 1 Chron. 8-10 Ps. 105:1-24
Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe. Doing exactly what the Lord commands, doing it happily. Action is the key. Do it immediately. Joy you will receive! Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe. O-B-E-D-I-E-N-C-E Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe.
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Ayon sa Biblia, Iisa Lamang ang Daan Patungong Langit! NG sabi ni Hesus, “Ako ang daan, ang katotohanan, at ang buhay: walang makapupunta sa Ama kundi sa pamamagitan ko.” Juan 14:6
Wala nang iba pang makapagliligtas sa iyo mula sa impierno. Magtiwala ka kay Hesus ngayon! (Roma 6:23) “Kung ipahahayag ng iyong bibig na si Hesus ay Panginoon at mananampalataya ka nang buong puso na Siya’y muling binuhay ng Diyos, ikaw ay maliligtas”. Roma 10:9 1. Aminin mo na ikaw ay isang makasalanan. Roma 3:10 2. Talikuran mo ang iyong mga kasalanan (magsisi). Gawa 17:30 3. Manampalataya ka na si Kristo Hesus ay namatay para sa iyo, nalibing at nabuhay namagmuli. Roma 10:9-10 4. Sa pamamagitan ng panalangin, tanggapin mo si Hesus sa iyong puso bilang iyong Tagapagligtas. Roma 10:13
MANALANGIN KA NG GANITO Panginoon, ako po ay isang makasalanan at nangangailangan ng kapatawaran. Nanampalataya po ako na nadanak ang dugo ni Hesus at Siya ay namatay sa krus para sa akin. Tinatalikuran ko na po ang aking mga kasalanan. Tinatanggap ko po si Kristo Hesus sa aking puso bilang aking Tagapagligtas. Amen. Kung tinanggap mo si Hesus bilang iyong Tagapagligtas, ito na ang simula ng iyong bagong buhay kay Kristo (Roma 8:1). Ngayon: 1. Basahin mo ang iyong Biblia araw-araw upang makilala pa ng lubusan si Kristo Hesus. 2. Makipag-usap ka sa Diyos sa panalangin araw-araw. 3. Manambahan ka sa isang simbahan na pinapangaral si Kristo at ang Biblia ang tanging pamantayan. 4. Ibahagi sa iba si Kristo Hesus.
ACTS 29 - Christian Bible Baptist Church official Sunday publication St. Francis Homes 2, San Pedro, Laguna, Philippines 4023 • Dr. Ed M. Laurena, Pastor telephone: (02)869-0433 • email: info@cbbcphilippines.org • website: www.cbbcphilippines.org
TO GOD BE THE GLORY!