What’s On the Horizon
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2013
Being A Christian Teen In An Unsaved World
In order to see our Christian brothers as God sees them, we must put on our God-glasses
God Glasses By: Deacon Stan Shipe Recently, I was talking with a friend and he said that he must sometimes put on his “God-glasses”. He said that this allows him to see people as God sees them, and it causes him not to focus or judge people based on their actions or words. I thought to myself, “God-glasses are like a filter to see beyond what someone is actually doing or saying. It is a way of correcting my vision”. As I thought more about this, I realized that God wants us to see the good in our fellow man; not just the bad. He wants us to see what we can become—to see the blessings, promises and grace that He has for all of us who believe.
go to sleep. We also make judgments while listening or watching men live their daily lives. Sometimes, after witnessing their speech or actions, we are surprised to hear them identity themselves as being Christians.
Men! It is hard, (in some cases extremely hard), to see any good in our brothers. Some of us even find it difficult to see the good in ourselves. We make judgments from the time we wake up to the time we
God’s grace makes corrections in love. Are you wearing your God-glasses?
In order to see our Christian brothers as God sees them, we must put on our Godglasses. Only then can we show them forgiveness and compassion. Only then will we share biblical truths and advice when we see wrongdoings. We will also accept correction from other godly men when it is directed at us.
Small Groups Are Here! Yes, the Small Groups Ministry is ready to launch. During the Small Group Expo which was held on Sunday, February 24, 2013. HWC members found out who their Small Group Leaders are as well as the location of their meeting. Small Group meetings will begin during the week of March 3rd—9th with an introductory meeting. For more information, contact your Small Group Leader or visit the website at www.hwcaustin.com/small groups.
Being a Christian Teen in an Unsaved World
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Transforming A Generation
Breanna Hargrove Horizon Worship Center Youth
All teens go through temptations. All teens have to go through making hard decisions. Coming from a teen, I have to say the teenage life is pretty rough. However, Christian teens have it even worse. For unsaved teens, cursing, listening to secular music and having sex is normal. For Christian teens, those are our temptations. Peole think that because God is on our side, Christian teens don’t go through anything. Lie! No matter how old you are, life isn’t going to be easy; and our generation has be hit hard. We get labeled “boring” or “lame” because we don’t do what everyone else does. Just because we don’t do those things, doesn’t mean we don’t want to. Yes, we are going to mess up or backslide every now and then, but that doesn’t mean we aren’t trying to do better. I know that deep down, every teen wants to have that feel-
ing of acceptance and confidence in themselves. Rejection is one of the hardest things any teen may have to go through. Believe it or not, being a teenager in this generation today is harder than being a teenager in our parent’s generation. The world has changed and so has the things that are “cool” or “uncool”. Being a Christian today is “uncool”. I don’t think age should be what determines if life is hard or not. Whether you are 15 and caught in a rumor, or 35 and bill are due, life is going to be difficult regardless. However, us teens have to add Christianity on top of that. Juggling our school life, personal life and Christian life is not an easy thing to do. It’s not as easy for Christian teens to resist their flesh as it is for Christian adults with experience. But, with help and guidance we can overcome our flesh and Transform A Generation.
The T.A.G teen ministry meets every Wednesday evening at 7:05 PM. We have a lot of fun exploring the Word of God and hanging out with our friends. You are invited to come and help Transform A Generation!
Science Olympian Congratulations to Grace Brooks. Grace participated in the Science Olympics representing her school, Dailey Middle School. Grace took 1st place and is on her way to San Francisco, California to compete in the championship. Grace may just be one of our great scientific minds of the future!!! Great job Grace!
African American Heritage Award Nominated by her teachers, Raegan Smith was recognized for the African American Heritage Award. The awesome thing about this award is that it is a sequel. That’s right, Regan is the only student at Burnett Middle School who has been granted this award two years in a row. As an 8th grader, in December of 2012 she also had the highest 8th grade GPA. Loved by her teachers and admired by her peers, Raegan is deserving of such an achievement. Congratulation Raegan!!!!
Get Involved Today!
Are you a man? If so, then you qualify to join God’s search for 300 Mighty Men of Valor to join our ranks. While we are recruiting ALL men, it will be through the power of God that you will be changed and become the man that God has purposed you to be. Our part will be to show you the love of God, support you, fellowship with you and welcome you! The Mighty Men of Valor meet on every 3rd Sunday at 9:30 AM. We enjoy breakfast, fellowship and an encouraging Word from the Lord.
Pastor Hines will be speaking at the Apostolic & Prophetic Conference Sunday, March 24, 2013 At 4:00 PM. The conference will be held at Gates of Dominion 8910 Research Blvd. Ste B3 Austin, Texas 78756
If you have a submission for the HWC Newsletter, please submit it to newsletter@hwcaustin.com
D RAMATIC E ASTER M USICAL
"Who do you say I am?" Jesus repeatedly asked. As the answer unfolds, the events leading up to Christ"s death and resurrection are played out from the vantage points of two pivotal figures: Barabbas (who feared Jesus would not challenge Rome) and Pilate (who feared He would). The paths of these two impassioned men unexpectedly cross on a balcony before an angry mob as Barabbas is confronted with the reality we all must face: "Jesus Christ will die in my place." Easter Sunday March 31, 2013 Location Horizon Worship Center Time 11:05 AM
Introducing 2nd Journey
P ERFORMANCE
Minister Levester White of Horizon Worship Center
With songs from the heart, the trio members are married, on fire for the Lord and have debuted their hit single My Heart Beats. Currently #3 on REVERBNATION, their single is dedicated to their wives who are standing with them on this 2nd Journey. You may check out their single at www.reverbnation.com/2ndJ. 2nd Journey will be ministering at Carver Cultural Center on March 16th at 9:00 AM. Please go by to show you support.
If you are interested in joining the Servanthood Ministry, please see Elder Karen Darby, Pastor Rose Kagunda or any of the Servanthood Leaders.
Venue Address: Carver Cultural Center 1165 Angelina Street Austin, TX 78702 512-974-4926 Date and Time Saturday, March 16th at 9:00am Age Limit: All Ages Details
Our Motto To Serve God, his people, and maintain order in his house.
Our Vision That people from all ethnic groups and diverse backgrounds, come together in one place to form a grater union. This unity operating in love and mutual respect reflects the unconditional love of God. Our Purpose We are a ministry of transformation, called by God to make a radical change in people’s lives. Our Mission To lead people from all walks of life, into a growing and transforming relationship with Jesus Christ. We accomplish our mission by creating environments, in which people can come and grow in their intimacy with Jesus Christ, build relationships and reach out to others. If you have anything that you would like submitted to the HWC Newsletter, please see Minister Leroy Hargrove, or email at: horizonworshipcenter@gmail.com
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Senior Pastor B.W. Hines Horizon Worship Center 1006 E. Yager Lane, Ste., 115-A Austin, Texas 78753 (512) 391-0560 Email: info@hwcaustin.com Web: www.hwcaustin.com