ACTS29 VOLUME 20 ISSUE 51 | DECEMBER 19, 2010
Christian Bible Baptist Church official Sunday publication
“ � Revive us through
our Heavenly Hope
"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." 2 Corinthians 4:18
Church In Action
From the Pastor’s Desk
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HRISTMAS season indeed is such and should be a joyous season. This is a time when many families reunite, friends gather together, and many become very generous. Sadly, majority of these people neglect the main reason for the season. The Bible never mentioned about Christ being born on December 25, but we believe He was born. It was through this birth that He humbled Himself to be a man to pay for our sins at Calvary. In this season, many are hoping to receive many gifts, but let us thank God that we have already received the greatest gift, and that is our salvation. We may get busy gathering our friends or family, but let us not forget to share with them the best gift God could give, which is eternal life through Jesus Christ. Yes, let us be a blessing by telling others how to be saved. Many will get busy in preparing gifts and foods, but may I remind every believer not to get caught up with the celebration and forget the “Celebrator.” May we still prove that our hope is not dependent on things that are temporal, but on those that are heavenly. As we celebrate this season and count the days before this year ends, may we really ask God to send revival in our hearts. Together, let us set our commitment to serve God more through our church. Please pray with me that many members of this church would be more willing to serve God. Have a blessed Sunday and a wonderful Christmas season!
Sunday School Outlined The Church Engages to Be Always Ready For Reconciliation Philemon 1:10-25 I. The principle of reconciliation is laid down in the pages of God’s book. A. Being always ready for reconciliation is a great proof of Christ’s love in the believer’s heart. B. Being always ready for reconciliation is God’s provision of faith to the believer’s life. C. Being always ready for reconciliation is a good practice that shows believer’s gratitude toward God and man. II. The process of reconciliation is leaning to God’s way not our way. A. Reconciliation begins with the acceptance of fault. B. Reconciliation begets or brings about wise approval from God. PAGE 02 | DECEMBER 19 | ACTS 29
C. Reconciliation builds weakened affiliations. III. The product of reconciliation is lasting forgiveness and peaceful life. A. The product of God’s reconciliation to man through the death of His own Son is life everlasting. B. The product of man’s reconciliation to God through humble repentance and acceptance is salvation. C. The product of man’s reconciliation to each other is a clear and clean conscience. D. The product of the ministry of reconciliation given by God to us believers is a great privilege.
Child Dedication December 26
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fellowship deadline for submission of recommendation forms is on Wednesday before our Prayer Meeting
2011 new year service
January 1
December 27 • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Registration Fee: P 30.00 Look for Mrs. Tess Quizon or Mrs. Aida Espejon for details.
DON'T MISS tonight’s service. Come and enjoy the presentation of Division B (areas 1-3, 16-18, 29, 32, 36) and Primary Department.
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“HEAVENLY HOPE RADIATING THIS CHRISTMAS” Beata B. Agustin
Heavenly hope radiating this Christmas! The birth of the Saviour that did come to pass!! To bring redemption to sinners of any level and class… With the promise of eternal life and divine inheritance to amass!!! Heavenly hope glistening with great assurance! The sacrifice of Christ that vanquished hell’s endurance!! To rescue those struggling in their transgression-ignorance… With the acquittal from sin’s penalty and self-righteous arrogance!!! Heavenly hope shining thru an excited revelation! The resurrection of the Lord that subdued damnation!! To install genuine believers in their eternal royal position… With the subjugation of death’s sting and its fatal destruction!!! Heavenly hope glittering upon blessed blissfulness! The work of the Father that exposes His almightiness!! To mold His children striving toward perfection’s holiness… With the guidance of His wisdom and prudence for growth’s fullness!!! Heavenly hope sparkling along sure victory! The righteousness of God that proclaims His glory!! To uphold His servants who are steadfast in sharing the Gospel story… With the truth of His inerrant Word and His high standards throughout history!!! Heavenly hope burning against attacking uncertainty! The prodding of the Holy Spirit that seals His authority!! To keep His called-out ones to stay in His will’s protective security… With the answers to fervent prayers and earnest supplications’ entreaty!!! Heavenly hope brightening toward a triumphant moment! The coming of the Master that declares prophecy’s fulfillment!! To ensure Christians of their rewards for their good accomplishment… With the commendation for their approved faithfulness and commitment!!!
Area 31/Division E5 Bro. Nelson Paña
Ako ay nagpapasalamat sa Panginoon na ako ay inilagay Niya sa Kanyang gawain. Ako ay naligtas noong Pebrero 10, 1996 at nabautismuhan noong Pebrero 12 sa nasabi ring taon. Naging full-time worker at Bible student ako noong May 31, 1998 at nakatapos noong 2002. Sa biyaya ng Panginoon, ako pa rin ay nasa gawain ngayon bilang isang Area leader. Ang mga sumusunod na lugar sa Tagaytay ang aking nasasakupan: Don Jose, Sto. Domingo, PNPA, Tartaria, at Buklod. Sa biyaya ng Panginoon, ang Area 31 sa taong ito ay may average attendance na 50-60 tuwing araw ng Linggo at 50 souls won tuwing Linggo. Kami ay mayroong Bible Study pagkatapos ng soulwinning. Ang aking panalangin kasama ng aking asawa at mga Area members ay madagdagan kami sa attendance at sa bilang ng soulwinners. Salamat sa ating Pastor na nagtuturo sa aming mga area leader kung paano maging lalong mahusay na manggagawa ng Diyos. Salamat din sa mga members na tumutulong sa Area kapag may mga gawain sa saturation, DVBS, at Missions Conference. To God be the Glory! “But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.” Acts 20:24
Fellowship Division Year-end Schedule
2010
DIVISION A (areas 4-8, 20-22)
December 23 • Old Bldg. (ground floor) • 5:30 pm
DIVISION B (areas 1-3, 16-18, 29, 32, 36)
December 23 • Old Bldg. (2nd floor) • 6:00 pm
DIVISION C (areas 12, 19, 23, 26, 27)
January 2 (New Year Fellowship) • Old Bldg.
DIVISION D (areas 9, 13, 14, 15, 28, 30, 34)
December 22 • New Bldg. (2nd floor) • 10:00 am
DIVISION E (areas 10, 11, 24, 25, 31, 35)
December 23 • Tagaytay (Picnic Grove) • 3:00 pm
DIVISION F (deaf group)
December 28 (Sportsfest)
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Church Attendance December 12 & 15 1st AM Service 2nd AM Service Sunday Afternoon Wednesday First Time Visitors Baptisms
1,748 911 1,133 615 200 22
Bible Reading Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
MORNING EVENING I John 4-5 Ps. 139 II John Ps. 140 III John Ps. 141 Jude Ps. 142 Rev. 1-3 Ps. 143 Rev. 4-6 Ps. 144 Rev. 7-9 Ps. 145
Young People’s Fellowship @ 1:30 PM
Quotation Marks
“How far away is heaven? It is not so far as some imagine. It wasn’t very far from Daniel. It was not so far off that Elijah’s prayer and those of others could not be heard there. Men full of the Spirit can look right into heaven." -Dwight Lyman Moody
Ayon sa Biblia, Iisa Lamang ang Daan Patungong Langit!
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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 mananam-palataya 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