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The Speak Life and Real Life Youth and Young Adult Ministries, along with our Pastor, Dr. Johnny V. Baylor, invite you to join us for “Citywide Prayer,” Friday, January 11, 2013, from 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. This event is 10 hours of prayer, as each hour we make God’s heart our priority and pray “Your kingdom come. Your will be done…” Join us in this fearless time of prayer as we push against the kingdom of darkness for our cities, our children, and our churches. Judson Baptist Church is located at 451 East 223rd Street • Carson, Ca 90745 • (310) 834-2630. MATUMAINI (MATU) TAYLOR YOUTH MINISTER

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Pastor Willie Charles Harris, Jr. 6th Anniversary Celebration at Village M.B.C. January 13, 2013 & January 20, 2013 - 4:00 p.m.

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Praise God from whom all blessings flow! By the grace of God, it is time to celebrate Our Pastor’s 6th Anniversary by honoring and recognizing his dedication, commitment and laboring here at Village Missionary Baptist Church. Our Village family cordially invites you to be our guest dur-

ing this celebration. Our Theme: “Our Pastor preaching and teaching God’s words with confidence” Acts 28:31. Special guest churches have been invited to share this great event with us. On Sunday, January 13, 2013, @ 4:00 p.m., the Pre-Anniversary Celebration guests will be Shiloh MBC, Pastor Marcus Fantroy; Greater Faith MBC, Pastor Darnell Dyson (Speaker) and Love of God MBC, Pastor Antoine Garrett. On Sunday, January 20, 2013, @ 4;00 p.m., the Anniversary Celebration guests will be Calvary BC, Pastor Virgil Jones; Greater Liberty BC, Pastor Theodore Peters; Mt. Tabor Community BC, Pastor George Brown; and New Commandment BC, Pastor Grady Jones (Speaker). We are looking forward to seeing you on this very special occasion. Our church is located,1521 East 111th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90059. For additional information, please call the Church office at (323) 569-8819. Rev.Willie Charles Harris, Jr., Pastor/Sis Carol Maston, reporting.

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Monday, January 7th marks the beginning of the winter quarter of Evangelism at Bethel M. B. C., classes begin at 7:29 p.m. each Monday night. These classes are designed to equip the follower of Christ to carry out the mandate, which is found in Matthew 28:18-20 that says, “And Jesus came and spake unto them saying, all power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto PASTOR REGINALD POPE the end of the world. Amen.” Winter registration will continue through January 14th. All classes are facilitated by a well-equipped and spirit-filled staff. First time classes include Evangelism 101, Introduction to Principles of Evangelism facilitated by Pastor Reginald Pope and Minister Mike Jones; Prayer Class with Brother Columbus Wallace; Youth Classes with Sisters Doris Turner, Sheila McKinney, Hattie Marshall, and Joyce Howard; Teen Class with Sister Bertha Sweet. Learning about God’s Word is a Family Affair. Classes are available to all ages. Other Facilitators are as follow: E-102, Scripture Comprehension for Witness-

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9:00 p.m., the New Mt. Calvary Church Family will gather together to exhort HIGH PRAISE, WORSHIP, and THANKSGIVING unto God for the things that have come, and what He has yet to do in 2013 at our Annual Watch Night Service. Our evening of Worship will include praise and worship, prayer, testimonials, preaching in addition to special presentations by our Worship and Creative Arts Ministry and Usher Ministry. And, as the hour strikes and the New Year moves in, the prayers of the righteous will go forth as we fill the house with

ing with Sisters Juanita Pope and Melverna Brown; E-103, Scripture Memorization and Role Play with Sisters Dixie Brown, Cassandra Jones, and Tara Aldridge; E-104, Conversational Witnessing as You Go with Sisters Irma Bowman and Frances Harris; E-105, Responding to Cults and False Doctrines with Sister Brenda Hawkins; E-106A, How to be a People Helper with Sisters Brenda Wood and Helen Moore; E-106B, Personal State for Witnessing with Deacon Eddie Sweet and Minister McKinley Moore; E-106C, God’s Power for Helping Hurting People with Ministers Alvin Stafford and Quentin McKinney; Wednesdays, starting January 9th at 6:30 pm., Bible Book-by-Book facilitated by Pastor Pope. Come out and search the Word. Get Fired Up!!! Bethel is located at 10905 South Compton Avenue, Los Angeles. For more information, call the church at 323-5665286 or visit our website at www.bethelsouthla. org Reginald Pope, Pastor/President Brenda Hawkins, Dean Doris Turner and Dixie Brown, Evangelism Coordinators B. Sweet, Reporter.

WATCHNIGHT 2012 prayer. Truly, this has been a season of celebrations that only could have been achieved through God’s favor and the people of God faithfulness to the vision. Our theme this year was “The Power of a Praying Church” (2 Chronicles 7:14). Indeed, we are excited by the works of the Holy Spirit and it is our prayer to build on our core foundational principles to Evangelize, Educate, Integrate, and Equip in order to meet the needs of this present-age. So, as we move forward, we request the participation of our Brothers and Sisters in Christ, our Church families, and the

community at-large for this historic and joyful celebration. New Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church is located at 402 E. El Segundo Blvd. Los Angeles, California 90061. For more information, including general Worship service times and directions, please contact our Church office at (310) 324-0644. You may visit us online at www.newmtcalvary.org or send us an email at newmtcalvary@newmtcalvary.org Sis. Dawnesha K. Beaver and Bro. Dwight BrownPublic Relations Dept. Rev. Sonja Dawson- Pastor Rev. Dr. Lonnie Dawson- Founder

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church School of Evangelism & Christian Education Courses begin Winter Quarter January 8, 2013 Tuesday, January 8, 2013, marks the beginning of the fall quarter of Evangelism at Pleasant Hill M. B. C., classes begin 6:30 p.m. each Tuesday night. These classes are designed to equip the follower of Christ to carry out the mandate, which is found in Matthew 28:1820 that says, “And Jesus came and spake unto them saying, all power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all na-

tions, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Winter registration will continue through Wednesday, January 2, 2013. All classes are facilitated by a well-equipped and spirit-filled staff. The first class in the series, Evangelism 101,

Introduction to Principles of Evangelism is facilitated by Dr. Sylvester Washington (who is also Executive Director of National Evangelism Movement, Inc., (NEM), along with team teacher Deacon Alfred Henderson; Other Facilitators are as follow: E-102, Scripture Comprehension for Witnessing taught by Dr. John A. Continued On Page 4

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Pilgrim’s Hope Bible Church Planning A Jubilee Celebration in January 2013 As the year 2012 is coming to a close, the Pilgrim’s Hope Bible Church congregation is expectantly readying ourselves to enter into 2013 with the intent to joyously celebrate and observe our 50th Church Anniversary. Our Anniversary theme is: “Fifty Years of Faith”, 2 Corinthians 5:7. Two events are scheduled in observance of the celebration. On Saturday,

January 19, 2013, the Pilgrim’s Hope Bible Church will host our Anniversary Luncheon at the Grand Hotel Event Center, 4101 E. Willow Street in Long Beach, Ca. This event starts at 11:00a.m. Donations are $50.00 per person; children to age ten (10) 30.00. Sunday, January 27, 2013, the church family welcomes Dr. J. Alfred Smith, Sr., who will be our

special guest speaker for the morning service at 9:45a.m. and the afternoon service at 5:00p.m. Dr. Smith, Pastor Emeritus of the Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland, Ca. is well known not only in the state of California, but in many other states in America as well. As a Pastor, teacher, author and mentor, his reputation speaks volumes about his

Christian journey. Any sister churches that have ever been a part of Progressive Baptist Convention, State or National is very knowledgeable of Dr. Smith and his legacy in Progressive Baptist National Convention where he served for many years as its President. The invitation is extended to former members, friends, our sister churches and our com-

munity associates to join us in this grand event. A Homecoming Choir of current and former choir members will be formed to participate in the celebration. For further information regarding the luncheon and the services, please contact the church office at (323) 581-7672, TuesdayFriday, 12:00p.m. - 5:00p.m. Pilgrim’s Hope is located at 7016 S. Compton Avenue, Los

New Bethel Baptist Church Of Venice Celebrates Dr. Marvis L. Davis Sr. 26th Pastoral Appreciation Theme: Acts 20:26-28

“Our Pastor’s Vision, Voice and Victory in Christ and in the Church” We Hear the Voice of the Pastor We Heed the Vision of the Pastor We are Happy in the Victory of the Pastor It is with great pleasure that we the officers and members of The New Bethel Baptist Church of Venice take time out to celebrate and honor our Pastor, Dr. Marvis L. Davis Sr. for his 26 Years of Pastoral leadership. So deserving of this honor, Pastor Davis is an excellent teacher, preacher and pastor. He has been anointed and appointed by God. We want to take this opportunity to show him just how much we love and appreciate him. Our special invited guests for this glorious occasion are: Sunday, January 13th, at 8:00 a.m. – Dr. Albert Nicholas, Pastor – Pilgrim B.C.; Wednesday, January 16th at 7:00 p.m. Bishop Toussaint, (Messenger) – St. Andrews B.C., E. Winford Bell, Pastor - Mt. Olive Second M.B.C. & President J. B. Hardwick, – Praises of Zion B.C.; Sunday, January 20th at 8:00 a.m. Dr. A.D. Iverson – Paradise Baptist (Messenger) and Pastor Emmitt Hunter – Greater Morning Star B.C.; Sunday, January 27 at 9:45 a.m., Pastor C. Berry Greene – St. Matthew Tabernacle of Praise (Messenger).We extend this invitation to one and all as we recognize, appreciate and praise God for our Pastor, Dr. Marvis L. Davis Sr. for these past 26 years. We are located at 503 Brooks Ave., Venice, (310) 392-3958 – (310) 392-1648 (fax) newbethelbaptist@verizon.net RAISE THE PRAISE CHURCH AND COMMUNITY NEWS * 23670 HAWTHORNE BLVD #100 * TORRANCE, CA 90505 1-888-290-7277 NEWS@RAISETHEPRAISENEWS.NET

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ONE FAITH FELLOWSHIP’S NUGGETS FOR THE SOUL DO YOU ALWAYS........? As humans, we find it is more convenient to be inconsistent than consistent in most of our endeavors. If we could get away with it, we would rarely show up for work, the gym or school and then have the nerve to want the same results as those who are faithful. However, we have found to reap quality results it will dictate that we be consistent and faithful in our actions. This rationale helps us to understand a spiritual command found in Ephesians 4:2---Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults

because of your love. (NLT) To “Always be humble and gentle” means for it to consistently be our goal to be mindful of how our words and actions will affect others and ourselves. Be concerned with encouraging healing and growth in their lives. Also, considering our own shortcomings rather than glaring at other people’s faults and to remember that it is only by the grace of God that He yet loves us as He loves them also. We are told to “Be patient with each other”. This implies that whenever possible, we must for the sake of peace and love adjust our desires or expecta-

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tions. We must realize that due to various factors, beliefs, or experiences, people conduct themselves as they do. But then, the question must be asked, who said our ways and

expectations are correct and the ONLY WAY TO THINK AND ACT! Clearly, our choices may not be the best solution in each situation. Therefore, we must learn to wait on the Lord God and also on others to experience the desired outcome. We are also commanded to “Make allowance for each other’s faults”. This does not mean that we are to be blind to, overlook or approve harmful signs and practices. But as quickly as we are to write others off and choose not to love and forgive them; we must be quicker to try to understand why they might have done or said what

they did. Their response might have been from a misunderstanding, lack of knowledge or immaturity. Their negative actions might not be in response to anything we did, but could originate from within their own emotional struggles. But even in making allowance for other’s actions, it must be remembered that people have the right of choice as to whom they allow in their inner circles to influence and affect their lives. In order to fulfill this Scriptural command, “Because of your love”, we must have and Continued On Page 14

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Liberty’s 30 Day Future, Fitness & Finance Makeover “Behold, I am going to do a new thing!”

Don’t Miss It…Isaiah 43:19 Future; their Finance - Tried and Proven Strategies, Classes and Truths; and their Fitness - Zumba, Powerful Support Groups and Keys to Success. If you are tired of making resolutions that you fail to keep; if you really want 2013 to be your year and/or if you truly want to experience the promises of God then you do not

want to miss this opportunity to hear and receive divine information for your motivation. The Liberty Church is located at 14725 S. Gramercy Place in the City of Gardena (between Rosecrans and Marine). For more info check us out on Face Book The Liberty Church or visit our website www.thelibertychurch.com

Williams and Bro. William (Bill) Scott; E-103, Scripture Memorization and Role Play taught by Sister Kathy Cash; E-104, Conversational Witnessing as You Go taught by Sister Carleen Moore-Carter; E-105, Responding to Cults and False Doctrines taught by Sister Hilder Madison-Scott; E-106A, How to be a People Helper taught by Sister Rose M. Coleman; E-106B, Personal

State for Witnessing taught by Sister Mildred Hunter; and E106C, God’s Power for Helping Hurting People taught by Sister Betty Fisher Maiden. Another exciting part of the PHBC education curriculum are the following spellbinding courses: Assurance of Salvation: Do you Know That You Know? taught by Sister Betty J. Baker; Training for Service: Do you Know How To Use Your Bible? Taught by Sister Earlee Washington; Demons: (Need

We Say More?) taught by Dr. Sylvester Washington. Come and check us out, your life will NOT be the same! Get Fired Up!!! Pleasant Hill is located at 2009 W. MLK Blvd., Los Angeles. The church office is 323-293-6448 or, Talk to us on Facebook & Twitter: PleasantHBC or Email: mildredhunter69@yahoo.com; Dr. Sylvester Washington, Pastor, PHBC; Executive Director, Nat’l Evangelism Movement, Inc.

You are cordially invited to join us in honoring one of our city’s most dedicated church and community leaders. Dr. Kathye D. Jenkins, a graduate of Biola University and resident of Gardena since 1988 is the Founder/ President of the Gardena Valley and Vicinity Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows Sisterhood Connection, organized on Saturday January 8, 2000 and the Cynthia Perry Ray Foundation (a 501c3 entity) established in April 2001 through the GVVMWMW as an outreach to provide reli-

gious, educational, social and economic support in our communities through various congregations and venues. She is committed to a personal ministry of civic engagement that equips others through empowerment and encouragement. She demonstrates how to successfully communicate with others through various mediums (tracts, flyers, videos, facilitators, etc.) and strongly recommends the sharing of information which is beneficial to the well-being of our communities. Dr. Jenkins has served with honor and distinc-

tion in many capacities during the course of her service to the community. Also known as “First Lady Jenkins” she has been married for the past 37 years to the Rev. Dr. James A. Jenkins, Sr., Founder and Senior Pastor of the Abundant Grace Bible Church of Hawthorne, CA and they are the parents of 5 adult children one of which is the Executive Pastor at Abundant Grace Bible Church. President Jenkins will be feted at a “Presidential High Tea” on Saturday January 12, 2013, 12:00pm at the Nakaoka Community Center located at

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Sisterhood Connection Salutes Founder and Installs Its New Officers

WATCH NIGHT PRAYER of 1862 Jesus, don’t let Lincoln change his mind We’s been slaves too long Tho our faith in men has gone weak Our faith in your Bible is strong Lordy, Sweet Jesus talk to yo’ daddy Tell him we’s praying in yo’ name Praying that word they call Emancipation Will finally break these chains Denmark Vesey’s plot couldn’t do it Though he riled up a few slave folk And got many of them strung-up For having the notion to revolt Nat Turner’s uprising couldn’t do it Though he ran white folk frantic It wasn’t till they hung him high It eased white folk trembling and panic So we’s praying on this New Year’s Eve With faith but we’s still afraid If that Lincoln fella can put this off Sho’ nuff he be shot dead But we’s gone jest keep on praying Watch and wait all through this Night That come morning 1863 That Constitution do us right 1670 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California. The Installation of Officers will also take place during this celebration. As we retire Dr. Jenkins as President Emeritus, we will install our newly elected President, Mrs. Kimberly I. Burgess and her cabinet. Mrs. Burgess, also a graduate of Biola University and whose tenure begins on January 1, 2013, is the wife of Pastor Gerald Burgess from the First Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Los Angeles, CA. She has already implemented plans and has set goals to take this great

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The Liberty Church (TLC) is excited to announce a new season of spiritual awareness. Beginning Sunday, January 6, 2013 Pastor David Cross will present a series of sermonic revelations that will challenge and empower the people of God to a makeover that will change their Future - 3 Things Promised To Change Your

Sisterhood to the next level. We praise God for her enthusiasm and pray for her success in continuing the vision of the visionary. There are no paid reservations required. We do ask that you respond to the invitation by email: info@ sisterhoodconnection.org or call 310-531-8942. A reception will be held immediately after the program. A commemorative souvenir book for placing of well wishes is being designed and can be reserved. Donations range from $20 to $100. Mrs. Jennifer T. Boler is the General Chairperson.

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Good News From Greater New Unity Baptist Church: Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus who is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords! Praise God for a great Christmas Celebration and if God allows, we will be celebrating the dawn of a new day and a new year, a year that we have never seen but that we ask God’s blessings and guidance for...come and join us, at Greater New Unity as we pray the old year out and the new year in, at our Annual Watch Meeting Service to be held on December 31, 2012 at 10 pm . That’s right, New Year’s Eve, we will be watching and praying , thanking God for bringing us through

the year of 2012, thanking God for the challenges, the victories, the rough patches, and the happy days, and yes, even for the sad ones as well. Everyone is cordially invited to come and give God His due. On January 23, 2013 we will be honoring Rev. Randy Allison Jr. in an elegant Pastoral Appreciation Banquet to be held in the Community Room of the Church of Religious Scientology on Vermont in Los Angeles, and you are welcomed to join in with the Pastor’s Care, directed by Bro. Albert Greene, as we pay tribute to our Pastor who is truly worthy. If you would like to purchase

a reservation, you are urged to call Bro. Randy Allison Sr. at the church, 323-757-5094 and leave your information. This will be an affair to remember and you certainly do not want to miss it! Save the date, Saturday, Jan. 23, 2013! 2012 has been quite a year, but we thank God for our ups and for our downs, and the knowledge that He is still on the throne and HE REIGNS!! On behalf of Pastor Allison and Greater New Unity, we wish to wish everyone a blessed, healthy and happy new year! Sadly, all good things must come to an end...Special thanks to the entire staff of Raise the Praise

for more than 5 years of excellence in helping us to build the Kingdom through the vehicle of this superb publication. Thank you to Mother Robinson, at Beulah for being so kind and friendly when giving us the paper each week. Thank you for being there for us Raise the Praise, in more ways than one! Special thanks to all readers, especially those of you from so many churches who have encouraged me and who follow us each and every week. You will no longer see Good News from Greater New Unity , at least temporarily, but as our former governor said in Terminator, “I’ll be back!”.

You are welcome to follow us on FACEBOOK, and our email address is www.greaternewunity@attt.net. We are still located at 9719 S. Avalon Blvd, “where the power lines of the city, meet the power of God; where everybody is somebody, and Christ is the center of all”. Serving diligently as Pastor is Rev. Randy Allison Jr. and signing out as reporter is yours truly, Sis. Arlene Andrews... it’s been fun but I gotta run.... Don’t forget...don’t ever stop RAISING THE PRAISE.... Hasta luego and Adios.....

Evening Start MBC Presents “BootCamp” Rally for the 21st Century Woman December 30, 2012 - 8:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. When you hear the word rally, what images comes to mind? Football players, cheerleaders, yelling students, coaches giving pep talks? Well, the part of the rally that we are focusing on is the “Pep Talk”. “BootCamp” is traditionally a place where you let go of every aspect of your everyday life to learn new skills and get into shape. Our “BootCamp” is an opportunity to evaluate your everyday life obligations and get into spiritual and emotional shape! It’s a place where you can swap your problems for peace, ashes for beauty, and pain for joy! Best of all you are doing it with your sisters in a setting that facilitates real honesty and deliverance. We

are presenting the Best of The Bay Area at 8:45am in the person of Dr. Lois Rasberry. Dr. Rasberry is a well known communicator and educator in the Bay Area and holds several noted positions in the field of higher education. She specializes in making education work to your advantage. Dr. Rasberry can communicates on various levels, i.e., multi-ethnic, multi-generational and multicultural. You can and should participate in the “Ask Dr. Lois” session. This dynamic and anointed teacher, speaker and educator will answer questions that you always wanted to ask but didn’t know how. Questions like; how do you really let go and let God, how do you know when you are in a toxic

relationship and what do you do about it, how do you live in the same household with your grown children? You see ladies, this “BootCamp” is about real issues, real questions and real honest answers. Prior to the 8:45am session, there will be a message line available to leave questions that you would like Dr. Lois to address. The answers will be printed in a special “BootCamp” followup newsletter. The number for the message line is (323) 231-2391, please indicate in your message that this is a question for the “BootCamp” 8:45 session, “Ask Dr. Lois”. That’s just the warm up, there is a second session on the very same day! At 3:30pm we have real dynamic testimonies from

NEWS FROM BETHEL Sunday, December 16th, The New Members Reception Breakfast was held for those who united with the Bethel family in 2012. To God be the glory for the increase. Also the Children’s Ministry held their Annual Christmas Program immediately following the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service. May the Lord protect and keep our children. Sun-

day, December 23rd, Our Christmas Acappella Musical at 7:30 am during our early morning Worship Service. Each choir will be rendering a selection; Remembering Jesus who is the reason for the season. Sunday, December 30th, during our 11:00 am worship service our Associate Ministers, the sons of Bethel will be sharing sermonettes. Stop by and hear as they expound on

the Word of God. This happens every 5th Sunday and folks come from near and far to receive a blessing. Save the dates and stop by Bethel and fellowship with us. Bethel is located at 10905 South Compton Avenue, Los Angeles. Our church office is 323-566-5286 and web address is www. bethelsouthla.org Reginald A. Pope, pastor B. Sweet, reporter.

our leading ladies at ESMBC who will surely encourage you. These are not your ordinary testimonies; these ladies are sharing real-life examples of “Letting Go Crazy For Good”. They have been there, they’ve done it, they know its not easy, and they are ready to show you that you too can make it! First Lady Emeritus Mary Brent, Sis Rosie Johnson, Sis Claudette Powers, Sis Carolyn Faulkner, and Sis Deloris Hicks are going to give you the pep talk of your life! They have seven minutes each to encourage you to “get it together” and show you how they did. They will answer the question, “Why should I have hope in today’s world?” They are ready to “coach” you into a better disposition for your life!

How many of you need encouragement? How many of you are looking for a better way to live your Christian life in today’s world? Do you feel a certain peace missing in your life? Do you have questions about how to really let go of crazy? Are you ready to get your life in shape? Come to “BootCamp” December 30, 2012 at 8:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Both sessions have something important for you. Don’t miss your chance to get your life in shape for 2013. Please don’t forget to call in your questions to our message line at (323) 231-2391 and look for the answers to those questions in our “BootCamp” follow-up newsletter.

7th Pastoral Anniversary Services for Pastor Donald and First Lady Elvia Wilson The True Way Missionary Baptist Church is excited and rejoicing in the Lord for our Pastor and First Lady’s 7th Annual Appreciation Services. The theme we have prayerfully selected is: “Our Pastor, Firmly Rooted, Pressing Towards the Mark, In These Challenging Times”, Jeremiah 17:8 & Philippians 3:12-14 Two Celebration Services Planned: Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 4:00pm Guest Churches will be The Weller Street B.C, Rev. K.W. Tulloss, Pastor and First New

Christian Fellowship B.C., Dr. Norman Johnson, Pastor. Sunday, January 20, 2013 at 4:00pm- Guest Churches will be Pleasant Hill B.C., Dr. Sylvester Washington, Pastor, Evening Star B.C., Rev. Keith B. Williams, Pastor, and Jerusalem B.C., Dr. J.R. Morrison, Pastor. We invite the entire Los Angeles community to Join Us. True Way M.B.C. is located at 9122 S. San Pedro St. Los Angeles, CA 90003. Visit us online at http://www.twmbc.org/ Rev. D.L. Wilson, Pastor.

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Philippians 1:15 Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will: 16 The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds: 17 But the other of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel. 18 What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether

in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice. 19 For I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your prayer, and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death. 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not. 23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better: 24 Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. 25 And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith; 26 That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again.

IN FOCUS Carl and Brenda drove home from the doctor’s office in silence. They both had a hundred thoughts passing through their heads. The doctor had actually said the word cancer. If he were to live at all, Carl would have to undergo surgery and extensive chemotherapy. They would have to break the news to their children and grandchildren. Carl would also have to tell the church. “Well,” Carl finally broke their silence, “this will certainly put my faith to the test. Now I must live what I have preached for so long.” “Baby, don’t try to deny what you are really feeling about this, not for my sake, not for the children’s, and not for the church’s sake, either,” Brenda responded. “It’s not that,” Carl said. “I know that people will be watching me. It’s important to me that I will be able to praise the Lord throughout this ordeal, whether it means life or death. If I can’t, I’ll end up feeling like my entire life, not to mention my faith, has been just a front.” Many things come into our lives that challenge our public witness. People are watching to see if we are for real. Paul teaches us how to walk with God through the fires of life. THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND TIMES Prison. During the time that the New Testament was written, people could be imprisoned for nonpayment of debt (Matthew 5:25-26), political insurrection, criminal acts (Luke 23:19, 25), and for certain religious practices (Acts 8:3). The apostle Paul was often in prison. On one occasion, he and Silas were placed under the charge of a lone jailer, who put them in an inner cell and placed their feet in stocks (Acts 16:23-24). The inner cell was probably for maximum security or solitary confinement. In Jerusalem, Paul was detained in a Roman barracks (Acts 23:11-18). In Caesarea, Paul’s confinement did allow him some freedom, and he was allowed to have visitors (Acts 23:33-35). As he awaited trial in Rome, Paul was guarded constantly under a type of house arrest (Acts 28:16-17, 30). While there, he met his own expenses, and was free to receive visitors and preach the gospel. Roman Empire. In the early days of the Christian movement, several emperors ruled the empire. Most of Paul’s ministry is believed to have occurred under the reign of Gaius (Caligula, A.D. 37-41) and his aging uncle Claudius (A.D. 41-54). Claudius reportedly expelled some Jews from Rome because they were creating disturbances with their efforts to spread the gospel. It is believed that both Paul and Peter were martyred during Nero’s reign (A.D. 5468), perhaps in connection with the burning of Rome in A.D. 64, an event for which Nero blamed Christians. BACKGROUND It’s interesting how some people can devote themselves to encouraging others in the midst

of their own struggle. Many terminally-ill children, instead of feeling sorry for themselves have been a source of encouragement for the families they leave behind. Paul was encouraging to his Christian family. Even as he sat in prison, his letter was full of love, encouragement, and instruction for those who were carrying on the work. It is very likely that his colaborers in Christ were feeling worse about Paul’s imprisonment than he was. Paul recognized that his release from prison was uncertain. However, as he contemplated his fate, Paul did not lose faith in God. He did not become bitter or angry about his circumstances. He did not cease the work to which he had been called. Through good times and trials, Paul remained faithful to God and his task. IN DEPTH 1. A New Effort (Philippians 1:15-18) Paul’s confinement led to many new efforts to spread the gospel. No one particular movement could do the work. Some followers were stronger because Paul was in jail. Perhaps they felt they had to fill in the gap left by Paul’s absence. Paul called into question the motives of those who were preaching about Christ. Some were preaching out of “envy and strife” (v. 15), while others were preaching out of genuine goodwill. Some may have been jealous of the attention Paul was receiving despite his imprisonment. This very well may have been the case in Rome where Christianity had been established prior to Paul’s coming. His presence there may have posed a threat to the Christian leaders who were already there. Some were likely vying for Paul’s leadership role within the Christian community, assuming he would not be released. His rivals must have felt that their success would cause Paul to become jealous, perhaps adding to his troubles. Instead, he rejoiced that others were spreading the gospel, regardless of their motives. Paul recognized that the gospel is powerful enough to transcend human pettiness. If this were not so, the spread of the gospel would have stopped at Calvary. There is no human who is truly worthy to preach the gospel. It is fallen human nature to be affected by envy, strife, egotism, narcissism, and partisanship. From the pulpit, all kinds of motives fuel the Sunday morning sermon. Still, the gospel is preached as people come to Christ. Paul’s solution was to continue making the gospel known and rejoice that it came through multiple means. The Good News cannot be held hostage to human imperfection. No one can alter its power. Not even

By the end of the lesson, we will: COMPREHEND Paul’s message of joy in the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ; REFLECT on the variety of motives for proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ; and FASHION a personal proclamation of the gospel. demonstrated love for the church.

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“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God” (Ephesians 5:21).

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the worst example of Christianity can take away the power of the gospel. Paul’s message has many implications for the Christian community today. 2. A Certain Victory (vv. 19-26) Paul was confident that his experience— of being both jailed and harassed by rival Christians—would lead to victory. He wrote confidently of salvation as a result of his circumstances (v. 19). Some translations refer to Paul’s “deliverance,” and others suggest that he was referring to salvation in its fullest sense. The latter is that full redemption would be realized through Christ. The apostle was sure of his dependency on Christ for the impending victory. He quoted Job 13:16 (the Septuagint—the Greek translation of the Jewish Scriptures) where Job looked confidently to his ultimate vindication. There is no indication, however, that Paul was certain of his release from prison, nor did he appear to be excessively concerned about it. Paul’s primary concern was not with life or death, as determined by the outcome of his trial. He appears to have been chiefly concerned with his own constitution, that he would not be afflicted with any manner of shame. Instead, he hoped for Christ to be “magnified” (Philippians 1:20). Paul was not looking to be a hero. He was willing to meet his fate, whether life or death, so that all could see how much Christ meant to him. Paul stood at the crossroads between life and death. The apostle found favor in either outcome. Paul had no desire to escape death in favor of life. He viewed death as an portal into the greater realm of a life already filled with greatness. To Paul, life was Christ, who gave Paul’s life meaning. Apart from Him, life held no meaning or purpose. Death, therefore, did not equal loss but gain. He knew that death was not final. Rather, it was an extension of his marching orders as a soldier in the army of the Lord. The life he knew in Christ would only become more magnificent through death. Conversely, if Paul’s life was spared, he viewed it as an invitation to do more fruitful work for the kingdom. His only interest in being released from jail was that it would allow him to continue his ministry. He could preach the gospel a while longer. He could continue to encourage the churches that had become so dear to him. Through life, he could continue to live and do more for Christ. For years, Paul had been working in the trenches as a missionary—spreading the gospel and encouraging and guiding the faithful. His hard work was just beginning to show results. Like a farmer who has been tending to trees hoping they will bear fruit, Paul is longing to see evidence of the harvest. He desires to stay because there is so much to be done. The two options the apostle faced did cause some divided feelings, which he expressed in verse 23. Understandably, Paul was pulled between his two options. Not that he viewed either as negative. Instead, in his heart

he longed to be with Christ. His was not a morbid desire, however. Paul probably envisioned a life with Christ too wonderful for the human spirit to totally conceive. On the other hand, he wanted to be of service to his fellow Christians. He viewed the continuance of life as being necessary only for the sake of the Philippians (v. 24). Paul was willing for his life to be used in whatever way the Lord deemed necessary. The Philippians were openly proud of Paul, whom they, in a sense, regarded as their own special apostle. Paul lovingly reminded them that Christ, not he, must remain the subject of their boasting. If he was to return to them, they should rejoice in the works of Jesus Christ, not the apostle Paul. The apostle Paul’s ability to have hope, even in the most hopeless of circumstances, came from his own experience of being granted new life after his former life had passed on. The boldness he possessed came from his certainty that Christ would be honored by him, whether through his life or his death. SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES 1. For what motives were some preaching the gospel (Philippians 1:15-17)? 2. Why were motives unimportant in preaching the gospel (v. 18)? 3. For what reason did Paul want to remain alive (v. 25)? 4. Of what benefit would his continued life be to the Philippians (v. 26)?

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Daily Bible Readings MONDAY Praising God in Word and Life (Psalm 119:169-176) TUESDAY Giving Glory to God (Matthew 5:13-16) WEDNESDAY Making the Word Fully Known (Colossians 1:21-29) THURSDAY Sharing in the Gospel (Philippians 1:1-7) FRIDAY Speaking the Word with Boldness (Philippians 1:8-14) SATURDAY Toiling to Proclaim the Gospel (1 Thessalonians 2:1-11) SUNDAY Proclaiming Christ in Every Way (Philippians 1:15-26) NOTE: RTP will always print Daily Bible Readings when the lesson has them available. If unavailable we will not print them

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DISCUSS THE MEANING 1. Paul reached a high spiritual point that caused him to rejoice, whether the outcome of his trial meant life or death. How did he reach such a point of spiritual maturity? 2. Why were some of the Christians strengthened by Paul’s imprisonment? Why did they not become fearful that the same thing might happen to them? LESSON IN OUR SOCIETY Every Christian professes belief in eternal life. Yet, very often, when we think of death, we get scared at the uncertainty about our fate. Perhaps this is because we do not feel certain about our salvation. Some may doubt Christ’s promise. Our enslaved ancestors sang often of heaven—of the streets paved with gold, the pearly gates, where the Sabbath would have no end. They longed for the day when “trouble will be no more” and every person would live in freedom and equality. Perhaps because there has been general improvement in our social and economic standing, many of us now appear

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to place more value on life on earth than eternal life. No matter what attainments life holds, it can never compare to the future glory of life with Christ Jesus. As Christians, we must rejoice in our assurance of eternal life and leave the matter of when we will go to heaven in the hands of God. MAKE IT HAPPEN If you were told today that you may not live much longer, what preparation would you make to insure that Christ would be glorified through your experience from passing from life to death? MORE LIGHT ON TEXT Philippians 1:15-26 15 Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will: 16 The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds: 17 But the other of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel. Pa u l ’s i m p r i s o n m e n t h a s yielded positive results: a) the Gospel is being made known all over the region including the official residence of the governor; b) many of the brothers are now preaching the Good News with boldness. However, Paul

1-888-290-7277 separates these preachers into two groups according to their motives. The first group, he says, preaches out of a wrong motive “of envy and strife.” This group is prompted by “envy” (Gk. phthonos, FTHON-os), meaning jealousy or ill will, and “strife” (Gk. eris, ER-is), meaning, rivalry, or wrangling or contention. Paul goes on to illustrate in verse 16 how this group’s preaching is motivated by evil: They preach Christ out of contention, not sincerely, not with a clean motive, but rather with an ulterior motive—“to add affliction to my bonds.” The word “contention” translates the Greek eritheia (er-ith-I-ah), which means, in simple terms, selfishness or a desire to put oneself forward. The word translated to mean “affliction” here is the Greek thlipsis (THLIP-sis). It can mean “burdened” (2 Corinthians 8:13), “affliction” (Mark 4:17; 13:19; Acts 7:1011; 2 Corinthians 2:4; 4:17; 6:4), “tribulation” (Matthew 13:21; 24:21, 29; Mark 13:24; John 16:33; Acts 14:22), “persecution” (Acts 11:19), and “trouble” (1 Corinthians 7:28). Who were these men who were preaching out of contention and selfish ambition with the

NEWS@RAISETHEPRAISENEWS.NET intention of adding to Paul’s burden? Paul does not seem as much concerned with these people and their evil plans as he was about the positive result of their preaching, as we shall see in Philippians 1:18. He does not intend to occupy himself or boggle his audience’s mind with negativity. He leaves us with no answer. However, scholars have advanced a number of proposals as to who these people were. Certain preachers in Rome had attained some prominence before Paul’s arrival. His presence in Rome and the spreading of his fame and the gospel throughout the region were beginning to affect their prestige (vv. 13-14). The preachers’ names seem to have been relegated to the background—not mentioned as often as before the apostle’s arrival. Hence, they became envious and contentious; thus, their motive for preaching the gospel was affected. Bear in mind that they were preaching the true gospel with positive results, but their intentions and motives were bad and this was a source of concern for Paul, who didn’t want the Philippian Christians to lose sight of the Gospel. Later in this book, Paul exhorts the Philippians to be one

in the mind of Christ, not putting oneself forward or being selfish (Philippians 2:3). Similarly, James denounces selfishness or self-promoting “in your hearts” (James 3:14). The second group Paul refers to preached out “of good will” (Philippians 1:15b) and “love.” This is evident from the phrase, “knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel” (v. 17). This group was motivated by love for Paul and the gospel, which he proclaimed. These people did not feel indignant about Paul because of his fame that was spreading around the region. Unlike the former group, their focus was not on themselves. They heralded Christ, out of love for Him and the gospel, and out of concern for Paul and his tribulation. Paul prayed for them to have this type of love: “And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in knowledge and all discernment” (1:9, NKJV). The clause in verse 17, “knowing that I am set for the defense of the gospel,” means that they are also motivated by the fact that Paul has been “set” (Gk. keimai, KI-mahee),

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How many of us make New Year resolutions? What will you proclaim the beginning of 2013 to be a better person? After all that is what resolutions are all about isn’t it? We make resolutions because we want to be better in taking care of our health, or we want to be better in our relationships, or to be better in our deportment of what we do for our God. We even make resolutions to say we are going to do better in

those things that we failed in during 2012. But, the bottom line is without a change in our attitudes our actions will not change. We know the Word, but we fail to put the Word in action. Example, we know we should tithe, but we say we will pray on it, as if God is going to say something different than what He has already said; we know what the Word says in regards to my mate, but I say, I’m still studying the Word, as if His Word will change according to my situation. Saints the bottom line is, our Lord God does not change. He is waiting for us to change and adjust our positions and attitudes and come in align with His Word. “To them that know to do right and does it not, to him it is sin.” It is time to grow up and to stop acting like we are babies that need pabulum or soft food. The meat of the Word is what is needed for mature saints. Let us strive to be mature saints in 2013, because it’s time. Dr. Joyce is a lay-person, under the leadership of Dr. Ticey Brown, at Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist Church, where she serves as the Strategic Leadership Director. Dr. Joyce’s mission is to develop servant-leaders and enhance ministries within the Church; she is available for workshops and seminars. Dr. Joyce’s contact info is, joyce-harrell@sbcglobal.net or (714)878-4854

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BOBBY T. NEWMAN JR.

Pastor SERVICE TIMES: Concencration Period ........................................... 9:00 A.M. Sunday School ...................................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................. 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship ................................................... 6:30 P.M. Wed. Prayer ...................................... 9:30 A.M. & 6:30 P.M.

GREATER ZION CHURCH FAMILY 2408 N. Wilmington Avenue - Compton, CA 90222 Ph: 310-639-5535 / 310-639-6025

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BISHOP ANTHONY BENJAMIN SR. SR. BISHOP HENRY J. COX Founder Sunday School .................................................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................................11:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Tu................................................................ 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Tues.) ...............................................................7:00 P.M. Praise Dance (Wed.) ........................................................... 7:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Sat.) ......................................................... 1:30 P.M.

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YOUR ORDER OF SERVICE....... 9:00 A.M. YOUR ORDER OF SERVICE..... 10:45 A.M. YOUR ORDER OF SERVICE...... 7:30 P.M.

MT. TABOR MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

2040 W. Jefferson Blvd., - Los Angeles, CA 90018 Phone: (323) 735-0044 Fax: (323) 735-0219 E-Mail: Trinitybaptistc@sbcglobal.net WebSite: Trinitybaptistchurchla.org

REV. ALVIN TUNSTILL, JR., PASTOR

Sunday Worship Service ......................... 7:30 & 10:30 A.M. Church School ....................................................... 9:00 A.M. Broadcast (KJLH) - 102.3) .................................. 9:00 A.M. Prayer & Bible Study (Wed.).............. 12:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

JESUS IS THE ANSWER C.F. CHURCH 750 Alondra Blvd Carson, CA 90746 Phone: (310) 515-7209

DR. R. STANLEY HAYWOOD, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:00 A.M. Bible Study..(Wednesday)..... 7:00P.M.

YOUR CHURCH NAME

6614 SOUTH WESTERN AVE., LOS ANGELES, CA 90047

PHONE: (323) 753-3189 PASTOR (323) 753-3180

YOUR PASTOR’S NAME

Early Worship ....................................................... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ..................................................... 9:40 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................. 11:00 A.M. Communion Service (1st Sun.) ............................. 5:00 P.M. Mid-Week Prayer Mtg. (Wed.) ............................... 7:00 P.M.

MT. ZION MISSIONARY B.C. 1300 EAST 50TH STREET LOS ANGELES, CA 90011 PHONE: (323) 235-2103 REV. EDWARD V. HILL II, PASTOR Consecration ....................................................... 9:45 A.M. Sunday School ...................................................10:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 11:45 A.M. Prayer (Wed.) ......................................... Noon & 6:30 P.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) .................................... 7:00 P.M

PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY Missionary Baptist Church 3600 West Imperial Hwy. Inglewood, CA 90303

Phone: (323) 751-0502 www.theoneandonlywaymin.org - Website

TRUE FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY B.C. 7901 South Van Ness Avenue Inglewood, CA 90305 Ph: (323) 750-7304 Fx. (323) 565-2894 REV. JAMES A. PERKINS, PASTOR Morning Worship ..... 8:00 A.M./10:45 A.M. Bible Adventure Hour ............... 9:30 A.M. Prayer & Praise/Bible Study (Tues.) 7:P.M. Youth Ministry (Wed.) ................ 6:30 P.M. Prayer & Praise/Bible Study (Thur.) 12 Noon

Long Beach CHRIST SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH 1471 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813 Phone: (562) 599-3421 www.csbclb.org REV.WELTON PLEASANT II, PASTOR Sunday School ........................8:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................... 9:40 A.M. Midweek Prayer (Wed.) ........ 7:00 P.M.

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REV. TICEY BROWN PASTOR

Inglewood

Dr. Herman C. Avery Jr., Ph.D, Pastor Sunday School .....................10:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:30 A.M. Wed. Prayer/Bible Study ........ 7:00P.M. 7010 S. Denver Ave., L.A.)

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LIBERTY TABERNACLE MINISTRIES 14725 South Gramercy Place Gardena, CA 90249 CHURCH: (310) 715-8400 Email Address: libertytabmin@sbcglobal.net

Worship Services ........9:30 & 11:30 A.M. Word Power/Bible Study (Wed.) 6:30 P.M. “I Care Ministry” (Sat.) .......... 9:45 A.M.

Dr. Michael Fisher Pastor

SERVICE TIMES: Sunday Worship ....Main Sanctuary.... 9:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship (Sun)....Main Sanctuary................. 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed.) Little Zion Campus 12:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

Gardena

ELDER DAVID CROSS, PASTOR

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH

Dr. W. Jerome Fisher Senior Pastor

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ORDER OF SERVICE....... 9:00 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE..... 10:45 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE...... 7:30 P.M.

GREATER MT. SINAI M.B.C. #2

“A Church Bible-Based, ChristCentered & Spirit Led” 12317 S. Wilmington Ave. Compt., CA 90222 Phone: (310) 631-0261 REV. KALVIN E. CRESSEL, SR., PASTOR/TEACHER Bible Institue (Sun.) ............. 9:15 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:45 A.M. Mission (Tues.) ................. 10:30 A.M. Teachers Mtg. (Tues.) ......... 6:30 P.M. Bible Study/Discipleship (Wed)7:00 P.M.

UNITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 16133 S. Atlantic Ave., Compton, CA 90221 Office: (310) 604-0234 unitychristianfellowship@yahoo.com website: www.unitycf.org BISHOP JOHNNY R. WITHERS, JR., SENIOR PASTOR/TEACHER Sunday Morning Worship ................................9:30 A.M. Teaching Empowerment Night (Tuesday) 7:00 P.M.

“A Full Gospel B.C. Fellowship Affiliate”

GOSPEL MEMORIAL C.O.G.I.C.

1480 Atlantic Ave., L.B., CA 90813 Phone: (562) 599-7389 BISHOP JOE L. EALY, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship ................... 6:30 P.M. Wednesday Night Prayer ..... 7:00 P.M. Pastoral Teaching (Wed) ...... 7:30 P.M.

GREATER OPEN DOOR C.O.G.I.C.

132 East Artesia Blvd. LB, 90805 Phone: (562) 423-8653 DR. GARON HARDEN, PASTOR Early Morning Worship ......... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School/Life Dev...... 10:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:30 A.M. Evening Worship .................. 6:30 P.M. Covenant Sisters (Tues)........ 6:30 P.M. Prayer/Pastoral Min (Thurs)...7:15 P.M.

NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH

1160 New York St. Long Beach, CA 90813 Ph. (562) 599-3509; Fx (562) 591-7314 REV. COLEMAN L HART, PASTOR Sunday School ......................... 8:45 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 10:30 A.M. Sun. Discipleship Training ........ 5:00 P.M. Mon. Night Men’s Bible Study .. 7:00 P.M. Tuesday (Mission) WMU .......... 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Youth Family Night 6:00 P.M. Wed. Night (Mid-Week) Prayer 7:00 P.M.

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6915 S. Broadway Ave Phone: (323) 751-3532 (323) 751-7331 REV. DeSHAY L. WARD, SR PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:45 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:15 A.M. Prayer & Praise.. (Tues)..... 12:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsal ..(Thurs)..... 4:00 P.M. Bible Class ...(Thurs)............ 7:15 P.M.

AVENUE CHRISTIAN LOVE B.C. 7516 S. Central Ave., L.A., CA 90001 PHONE: (323) 587-1586 REV. HAROLD H. LEE, PASTOR

Early Morning Worship (Sun.). 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ........................ 9:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........... 11:00 A.M. Afternoon Service ................... 4:00 P.M. Mid-Week Bible Study (Wed.) .7:00 P.M. Prayer (Saturday) .................... 8:00 A.M.

BETHEL M.B.C. OF SOUTH L.A.

10905 S. Compt., Ave., L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 566-5286/Fax: 566-3224 REGINALD POPE, DP.TH., PASTOR Worship ........... 8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. Sun. School & Bible Train. .... 9:30 A.M. Evangelism/Prayer (Mon.) ..... 7:29 P.M. Prayer/Bible (Wed.) 11:30 AM/6:30 P.M. Radio KTYM-1460 AM ( Fri.).. 8:30 P.M. www.BethelSouthLA.org

CEDAR GROVE BAPTIST CHRCH

7623 8th Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90043 Phone: (323) 751-1121 Fax: (323)751-1122

REV. A.T. WILLIAMS SR. ORGANIZER REV. RODERIC BELL, PASTOR Sunday School ............................... 9:30 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship .............. 11:00 A.M. Bible Study/Prayer Mtg... (Thurs) .... 6:00 PM.

EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH

4901 S. Avalon Blvd. L.A. Ca 90011

Ph: (323) 232-0398 Fx: (323) 232-7183 Email; ebc4901@sbcglobal.net

DR. KENNETH E. LITTLE, PASTOR Intercessory Prayer.............. 8:30 A.M. Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship..................11:00 A.M.

Night Service . (2d & 4th Sun.) 7:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed) .7:00 P.M.

FAITH AND HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 344 West Florence Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90003 (323) 753-6445 E-mail: faithhopecommunity@att.net REV. LA VELLE M. GATES SENIOR PASTOR

Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 11:00 A.M. Discipleship Ministry (Tues.) ... 7:00 P.M. Get In Shape Ministry (Wed.) ... 7:00 P.M.

YOUR CHURCH NAME Your Church Address Your Church Phone Your PASTOR order of service .................... 8:00 A.M. order of service...................... 9:30 A.M. order of service .................. 10:45 A.M. order of service .................. 12:00 P.M. order of service .................... 6:30 P.M. order of service..................... 7:00 P.M.

FIRST BETHANY M.B.C 507 W. 49TH Street Los Angeles, CA 90037 PHONE: (323) 232-4421 REV. GREGORY D. McClain PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:15 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 10:30 A.M. Communion Serv. (1st Sun)....10:30 A.M Bible Study (Wed.) ................. 6:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) .............. 700 P.M.

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4715 South Normandie Los Angeles, CA 90037 Ph: (323) 296-2047; Fx. (323) 588-2854 Church Office: (323) 585-1048 E-mail: IBryantRN@aol.com DR. FRANK BRYANT, JR., PASTOR Sunday School ......... 9:30 - 10:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:00 A.M. Bible Study/Pray (Thurs) 11:30 A.M. - 1:P.M.

FRIENDLY FRIENDSHIP B.C.

10101 S. Avalon Blvd., L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 756-4088 REV. LAMONTE KING, PASTOR Early Worship ........................ 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ...................... 9:05 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 10:30 A.M. Monday Bible Study ............... 7:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ....... 12:00 NOON Mdwk. Pray/Bible Study (Wed) ... 7:P.M.

FRIENDLYWILL M.B.C.

1225 E. 68th St., L.A., CA 90001 Ph: (323) 585-7860; Fx. (323) 585-7860 website: www.friendlywill.org REV. CHEZ J. LISTER, SR., PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:00 A.M. Wed. (Church Hour of Prayer) . 6:00 P.M. Wed. (Bible Study) ................. 7:00 P.M. Church Office .... 10 A.M. - 2P.M. (M.- F.)

GOSPEL MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

7301 So. Avalon, L.A., CA 90003 Phone/Fax: (323) 759-8087 REV. RAYMOND A. DENNIS, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:30 A.M. Mission Mtg. (Wed.) ........ 12:00 Noon Bible Study/Prayer Mtg. (W) 7:00 P.M.

GRACE TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH

7017 Gramercy Place, LA Ca Phone: (323) 971-8192 Fax: (323) 750-5106 MIQUAIL BROADOUS, SENIOR PASTOR/TEACHER Sunday School ........................ 9:00A.M. Morning Worship .................. 10:00 A.M. Intercessory Prayer..(Wed.)..... 6:30 P.M. Wednesday Worship. (Wed).... 7:00 P.M.

GREATER MT. HERMON M.B.C.

2302 West 132nd St., L.A., CA 90059 Ph: 310-635-1958 FAX: 310-635-1938 REV. A.R. BILLINGLY Organizer/Builder REV. KENNETH A. HALL, PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship .................... 6:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed) 12 Noon/7:30 P.M.

GREATER MT. OLIVE B.C.

659 West Colden Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90044 Office: (323) 755-3201 REV. C. LAMAR SIMMONS PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 8:00 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 9:00 A.M. Prayer Meeting (Tues.) .......... 7:00 P.M.

GREATER BEREAN M.B.C.

12433 S. Main Street Los Angeles, Calif. 90061 (323) 757-3048 REV. JOE B. SMITH, JR PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Wed.) .......... 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed)..................7:00 P.M.

YOUR CHURCH NAME

Your Church Address Your Church Phone Number Your Church Email YOUR PASTOR’S NAME ORDER OF SERVICE....... 9:00 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE..... 10:45 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE...... 7:30 P.M.

GREATER NEW UNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

9719 S. Avalon Blvd., L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 757-5094; FAX: (323) 757-1080 E-Mail: gnubc@att.net REV. RANDY ALLISON, JR. PASTOR

Sunday School ....................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ..................10:45 A.M. Children’s Church ................ 10:45 A.M.

Midweek Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ...7:00 P.M.

HOLY ROCK MISSIONARY B.C.

11009 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90061 Phone: (323) 779-0583 REV. LEHMAN JOHNSON, PASTOR Sunday Morning Worshi .... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 11:00 A.M. Prayer/Intercessory (Tues.) .. 7:00 P.M. Prayer/Mid-day (Fri.) ... 12:00 NOON

KING SOLOMON MISSIONARY B.C. 7407 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 900011 Phone: (323) 588-0659 REV. DAVID DUNCAN, PASTOR SERVICE TIME SCHEDULES: Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service .... 11:00 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ..... 7:00 P.M. Mission (Every 2nd/4th Tues.) 7:00 P.M.

LOVE LIFTED ME M.B.C.

6501 Crenshaw Blvd - L.A., CA 90043 Ph: (323) 778-5438 Fx:(323) 778-0574 PASTOR DR. S.S. SHIGG ORGANIZER/PASTOR Sunday School .......................9:00 A.M. Worship Service ................. 11:00 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study ................ 6:30 P.M. Silent Revival (1st Sat).. 2:00-2:15 P.M.

MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH

1751 East 114th Street, L.A. Ca PHONE: (323) 569-9561 Email: Macedonia.baptist114@gmail.com REV. SHANE B. SCOTT PASTOR Sunday School ................. 8:15 A.M. Morning Worship................9:30 A.M. Bible Study...(Tue).. 11:00 A.M.& 7 P.M.

MOUNT ISRAEL M.B.C.

230 W. 103rd Street, L.A., CA 90003 (323) 757-3090; Fx: (310) 532-8498 Email; jessiewalker@ca.rr.com DR. JESSE L. WALKER, PASTOR Sunday School ........................ 9:30 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship ..... 11:00 A.M. Midwk. Worship Serv/Prayer Mtg 7:P.M. B.T.U. (Sunday)......................10:15 A.M. Choir Rehearsal (Friday.) ...... 7:00 P.M.

NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH

5200 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90011 PHONE: (323) 232-4326 REV. CLIFFORD L. JOHNSON, Minister In Charge Sunday School ........................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ...................... 11:00 A.M. (1ST Sunday - Communion Service 8:00 A.M.) Prayer Service (Thurs.) .............. 7:00 P.M.

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los angeles YOUR CHURCH NAME Your Church Address Your Church Phone Your PASTOR order of service .................... 8:00 A.M. order of service...................... 9:30 A.M. order of service .................. 10:45 A.M. order of service .................. 12:00 P.M. order of service .................... 6:30 P.M. order of service..................... 7:00 P.M.

1-888-290-7277 ROCK OF FAITH M.B.C.

5151 South Normandie Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90037 Off.: (323) 296-5840 / 751-2658 REV. E. A. TAYLOR, FOUNDER Rev. William G. Davis, Jr., Pastor Sunday School ..................... 9:05 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 10:15 A.M. Afternoon Worship ............... 3:30 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ............ 7:00 P.M.

NEW PROVIDENCE M.B.C.

Sunday School ..................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 10:45 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) .... 6:30 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Thurs.) ...... 7:00 P.M.

11328 S. Central Ave., L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 569-4162

Your Church Address Your Church Phone Number Your Church Email

www.tabernacleoffaithbaptistchurch.com

YOUR PASTOR’S NAME ORDER OF SERVICE....... 9:00 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE..... 10:45 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE...... 7:30 P.M.

ST. JOHN M.B.C.

ONE FAITH FELLOWSHIP P.O. BOX 56641, LA, CA 90056 E-MAIL: OneFaith2007@aol.com www.onefaithfellowship.org Phone: (323) 481-6724 Dr. Tonya Lewis, Founder/President 1st Saturday - Fellowships Celebration of Youths - March Celebration of Adults - August

936 W. 49th Street Los Angeles, CA 90037 Phone (323) 752-0855 stjohnbc@att.net REV. JAMES A. BROOKS PASTOR Sunday School......................9:30 A.M. Morning Worship...................10:45 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study..... (Wed)....6:00 P.M.

ST. ANDREWS BAPTIST CHURCH PILGRIM’S HOPE BIBLE CHURCH 7016 S. Compton Ave, L.A. Ca 90001 Phone: (323) 581-7672 Fx: (323) 581-6466 Email: phbc7016@att.net

JOE L. SMITH JR., PASTOR / TEACHER Sundays Early Morning Worship ..............9:45 A.M. Word-Up Bible Study .2nd & 4th ..8:30 A.M. Children’s Church ................... 9:30 A.M.

1794 W. 36th Pl. - L.A., CA 90018 Phone: (323) 735-0201 / 735-0202 REV. ALEX TOUSSAINT, PASTOR

Church School ......................... 7:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 9:00 A.M. Evening Worship ...................... 6:30 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer .... 12:00 Noon & 7:00 P.M.

ST. REED BAPTIST CHURCH

PARK WINDSOR BAPTIST CHURCH Park Windsor B.C. is a Church of “Inclusion, Not Exclusion” 1842 W. 108th Street, L.A. Ca 90047 Phone: (323) 756-3966 F: (323) 756-3969

REV. TERRELL TAYLOR - PASTOR

Morning Worship Service ..8:00 & .11:00 A.M. Sunday School ...........................9:30 AM Noon Bible Study...Wed............... 12:00 PM Prayer Meeting/Bible Study Wed... 7:00 PM

PLEASANT VIEW M.B.C. 7524 S. Compton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001

Ph: (323) 581-9900 Email Address: pvmbc54@yahoo.com REV. MICHAEL WHITE - PASTOR Sunday School ............9:15 - 10:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service ........11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Prayer...........7:00 P.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study....7:30 P.M.

REDEEMER B.C. OF L.A.

2003 W. Jefferson Blvd., L.A., CA 90018 Ph: (323) 735-9274 Fax: (323) 735-9140 E-Mail: Redbc2003@aol.com Robert L. DeFrance, Jr., Ph.D Pastor Sunday School ........................ 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 11:00 A.M. Prayer & Fasting (Wed) 12:00 & 7:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed.) .................... 7:00 P.M. Mission (Thurs.) ........................ 1:00 P.M.

REDEEMER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

1631 West Adams Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90007 Phone: (213) 732-4124 REV. CURTIS MONROE, JR., PASTOR Sunday School ......................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 11:00 A.M. Mdwk Prayer/Bible Study (Wed) 7:30 P.M.

TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH 4155 McKinley Ave., L.A., CA 90011 PH: (213) 233-3289; FX: (323) 233-9356 E-Mail: Tabernacle_bc@yahoo.com PASTOR LESTER MOSLEY 8:00 A.M. ........ Early Morning Worship (1st, 3rd, & 5th Sunday) 9:30 A.M. ....... Sunday Church School 11:00 A.M. ................ Worship Service 7:30 P.M. (Wed.) Mid-Week BibleStudy & Prayer Service

TABERNACLE OF FAITH B.C.

YOUR CHURCH NAME

10200 South Normandie Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90044 Phone: (323) 754-3779

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656 East 79th Street - L.A., CA 90001 Ph: (323) 752-7807; Fx. (323) 758-8529 E-mail: StReed@sbcglobal.net REV. C.R. JONES, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:00 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) .............. 10:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Wed.) .......... 6:30 P.M. B.T.U. ..................................... 5:30 P.M. Teacher’s Mtg. (Thurs.) ......... 5:30 P.M.

ST. REST MISSIONARY B.C.

709 W. Manchester - L.A., CA 90044 Phone: (323) 752-6179 REV. TORREY COLLINS, PASTOR Sunday School ................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship ................. 3:30 P.M. *Bible Study (Tues.) ............. 7:00 P.M. *Bible Study (Wed.) ........... 11:00 A.M. Choir Rehearsals (Wed. & Fri.) 7: P.M.

SOUTHERN MISSIONARY B.C.

“One Church For All Generations” 4678 West Adams Blvd, L.A. Ca90016 (323) 731-2703 Email: smbcla@gmail.com XAVIER L. THOMPSON, PASTOR/TEACHER Sunday School ................... 800 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 9:45 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ........... 6:45 P.M.

SOUTHWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH

12121 S. Avalon Blvd. L.A. Ca 90061 Phone: (323) 755-9541 PASTOR DONALD ROBERSON ROY L. ROBERSON, PASTOR EMERITUS Sunday School ................ 9:25 A.M. Morning Worship ........... 11:00 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) .......... 7:00 P.M.

REV., DR. R. M. LEFFALL, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship .................. 7:00 P.M. Bible Study (Mon.) ................ 7:00 P.M. School of Prayer (Wed.) 11A.M. & 7PM

THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH

1210 East 41st St., L.A., CA 90011 Ph.: (323) 232-2694 FAX: (323) 231-3592 REV. J. LAWRENCE GULLEY, PASTOR Sunday School ......................... 9:15 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 10:50 A.M. B.T.U. ........................................ 5:45 P.M. Evening Worship ...................... 6:45 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ............... 6:30 P.M. Bible Class ................................ 7:00 P.M.

TRAVELER’S REST M.B.C.

1417 East Florence Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90001 Phone: (323) 582-7797 E-mail: travelersrest@sbcglobal.net Rev. Dr. Joe L. Gates, Sr., Interim Pastor Morning Worship .........8:00 A.M. Church School .......... 9:30 A.M. Worship Service........ 11:00 A.M.

TRUE EVER FAITHFUL B.C.

11167 S. Main Street, L.A., CA 90061 P: (323) 755-1134 F: (323) 755-1133 REV. K.L. BURRUS, JR., PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship................ 11:00 A.M. Mission Circle...(Tues)......... 6:00 P.M. Pastor’s Bible Study.(Tues).. 7:00 P.M. (Except 1st Tues) Prayer & Teachers Mtg (Wed).6:00 P.M.

TRUE WAY MISSIONARY B.C.

9122 S. San Pedro St., L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 755-4087 REV. DONALD L. WILSON, PASTOR Early Morning Worship ......... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 10:30 A.M. Prayer Meeting / Mission Bible Study Wednesday ............. 6:00 P.M. Sun. School Teachers Mtg. (Wed) 7P.M.

UNION MISSIONARY B.C.

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i.e., destined or appointed. This refers either to the trial he is about to face for the sake of the gospel or that his call or ministry is for the “defence” (Gk. apologia, ap-ol-og-EE-ah) of the Gospel for which he was imprisoned. 18 What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice. Rather than moaning over the selfishly motivated preaching of the first group aimed at increasing Paul’s burden and suffering and rather than dwelling in selfpity and attracting sympathy for such unchristian behavior toward him, Paul focused on the result of their preaching. Here he says, “What then?” or “That doesn’t matter” (NLT). It is another way of saying that what matters is the outcome of their preaching, which turned out to be positive. Whether they were preaching to hurt him is not the main concern. The most important concern is advancing the Gospel. This is clear from the statement, “Notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached.” What matters to Paul is not what the people are doing to him but rather what they are doing for the gospel. From here, we can learn one truth: The Lord will work out His desired purpose through the Gospel without respect to how it is preached or the motive of the preachers. To Paul, it did not matter. What mattered is that in “every way”—whether in pretense, as by those with selfish motives, or “in truth” as by those who preach with sincere heart to glorify the Lord—“Christ is preached.” This is true today, too. “Pretence” (Gk. prophasis, PROF-as-is), is the same word used to describe the prayers of the scribes (Mark 12:40; also Acts 27:30): an outward show, cloak, or pretext. It is the opposite of sincerity. Regardless of the outward insincere showing in preaching, in verse 18, Paul expresses his joy found in the accompanying furtherance of the Gospel: “I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice.” 19 For I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your prayer, and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, In this section, Paul expresses his confidence in the prayer of the brethren and optimism that he would be set free. This also makes him rejoice. The Greek preposition “for” (Gk. gar, gar) connects the preceding statement with the assurance of his deliverance. Paul’s use of eido (Ido) means to know, to see, to perceive with the eyes or by any of the senses. It has the sense of certainty and confidence that all will turn out well for him in the end (Romans 8:28). The result will be his deliverance. Paul’s expressed knowledge here does not mean he had information of his possible deliverance but rather that he had personal conviction that, through the prayers of the people and the work of the Holy Spirit, he would be set free from prison. However, some other scholars regard this as Paul’s confidence of ultimate salvation. Scholar Gerald Hawthorne observes the direct similarity in Greek construction here: “This will turn out for my deliverance” (Philippians 1:19, RSV) with Job’s statement (Philippians: Word Biblical Commentary, 39; Job 13:16, Septuagint, LXX). Paul probably sees his situation as similar to Job’s, and because Job was vindicated, Paul is convinced that he would be saved and vindicated as well. Hence, he says, “I know that this shall turn to my salvation” (Philippians 1:19). Although Paul uses “salvation” in the eschatological sense of being saved at the last day, his use here of “salvation” (Gk. soteria, so-

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tay-REE-ah) refers to a possible immediate release from the Roman jail. Trusting the faithfulness of God, exemplified by God’s deliverance of Job, coupled with the prayers of the saints and the working of the Holy Spirit, Paul is persuaded that he would be set free. 20 According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death. This conviction is expressed in his “earnest expectation and . . . hope” based on the confidence he has in Christ. He has two convictions. The first is that whatever happens, he would not be ashamed. The Spirit will not let him down. Writing to the Romans, Paul says he is not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ (Romans 1:16, see also Acts 5:41). The idea here is that although he is looking forward to his possible release from prison, the Spirit will not allow him an “easy way” out of his misery—by denying Christ, for example. The second conviction, contrary to the first, is that he would wax bold in proclaiming the Gospel, as he has always done, but more so now. The meaning is clear; “Christ shall be magnified” in Paul—literally, in Paul’s “body” (Gk. soma, SO-mah), which means his entire personality (v. 20). Paul will continue to preach the Gospel and endure hardship, “whether it be by life,” if he is released from prison, “or by death,” if he is executed. His goal is that Christ would be magnified through it all. In either circumstance, he would remain faithful to the end so that Christ’s name would be lifted. This is a show of courage, deeply resolute conviction, and resignation to the service of the Lord Jesus. 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not. 23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better: Paul’s conviction and courage are demonstrated in his total resignation to whatever comes his way as expressed in verses 21-23. The use of the phrase “for to me” (Gk. gar emoi, gar em-OY) is purposely put here for emphasis—to draw our attention to Paul’s personal conviction regarding life and death. Paul gives new meaning to both “life” and “death.” To him “living is Christ,” which means, among other interpretations, “life means Christ.” The essence of living is embodied in Christ Jesus; the fulfillment of life is only to be found in Christ. Paul’s very existence is in Christ—whatever he does is inspired through his resolute relationship with Christ and for Him. To Paul, life would be meaningless without Christ, to whom Paul owes his existence (Romans 14:7-9). He dedicates his whole being to Christ and His cause, to love and obey Him in everything and at all times, and to trust Him in all circumstances. His resolution to live for Christ does not mean a life free from problems and difficulties. Instead, it means living for Christ and preaching the Gospel in spite of problems and difficulties: imprisonment (Philippians 1:7, 13, 16), afflictions

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illustrate agape love which motivated Jesus to experience the horror of the cross for the very people who placed Him on it and even for us today who disobey His “Always” Commands. Agape love is not displayed toward others because they “deserve” it, but out of our desire to please the Lord. Other “Always Scriptures” are Deuteronomy 10:13- And you must always obey the LORD’s commands and decrees for your Continued From Page 14 SUNDAY SCHOOL ....

(1:16; 4:14), suffering (1:29; 3:10), struggles (1:30), and all types of tribulation, both physical and emotional (2 Corinthians 11:23-27). It is a resolution to follow Jesus with no turning back. Paul’s life and ministry were characterized by unimaginable suffering, as we can see from these and other accounts of his life. On the one hand, for Paul to go on living means leading a dedicated and fruitful life for Christ, (Philippians 1:21a, 22a); on the other hand, for Paul “to die is gain” (v. 21b). He knows that death means an immediate experience of the presence of Christ. Paul is so engrossed in the Gospel and in the reality of eternity that living means working and living for Christ. Dying is even more profitable because he would be with his

jealousy bears an uncanny resemblance to the inability to forgive – pure emotion raging through a soul and ultimately applying a degree of oppression which is debilitating. Jealousy induces symptoms of sleeplessness, the inability to focus/concentrate, physical ailment/sickness, nightmares, isolation, strained relationships and multiple other dysfunctions. Jealousy has caused siblings to kill and enslave (Kane & Abel, Joseph’s brothers…), royalty to lie, cover up and slay (Herod to relentlessly

pursue the infant Emmanuel, David to issue the execution of Bathsheba’s husband), and [kings/queens] to stalk, choke and destroy God’s anointed (Saul in pursuit of David, Jezebel seeking Elijah and ultimately killing thousands of those with the prophetic gift). In each of these cases jealousy’s springboard was FEAR… Saul was afraid that the people of Israel would no longer love/ admire/respect him as king – a title feeding his ego in ungodly helpings. Jezebel was afraid of the doom God promised

through the prophets due to the continuous disobedience of Israel. David was afraid his sin would be uncovered following the unblemished title of “the man after God’s own heart” given him. Herod, well…you can imagine the rest. Crossing the threshold into 2013, ALL must be sure of their own unique identity in Christ Jesus – unique gifts, calls, talents, mantles, etc. Honoring God means we each play a unique part in God’s Divine Plan. An arm must never be jealous of an eye nor a mouth jealous of a

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Lord forever. This should be the hope of every believer. Paul is so confident of the reality of heaven and the assurance of resurrection that he says, “If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable” (1 Corinthians 15:19). This assurance is found in the fact of Christ’s own resurrection, the first fruit of them that slept (v. 20). Here, Paul is reiterating his total resignation to the Lord. Whatever comes his way, whether death or life, or release from prison, he has turned his life and will over to that of the Lord Jesus Christ. 24 Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. 25 And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith; 26 That your rejoicing may be more abundant in

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Organization of West Adams Christian Athletics invites churches to sponsor a team in the upcoming 2013 Youth Basketball League. The league will begin the second week of January 2013 and run though the end of March. The league stresses sportsmanship. Participants must be enrolled in high school, be between 14 and 18 years of age and not on a school basketball team. Church representatives interested in more information may view Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again. Paul also desires to remain alive in the flesh for the Philippians’ sakes. His love for the church is so strong, and he knows that they would definitely need him, that he desires “to abide in the flesh” even though this meant he would face more persecution and suffering. It would also mean more “fruit” (Philippians 1:22) and “honor” (v. 20, NLT) for the Lord. He never allowed his subjective dream to override his objective desire. Rather, he places the needs of others above his own desires. In verse 24, the use of the particle, “nevertheless” (Gk. de, deh) —which can be translated as moreover— shows Paul’s consideration of others, this time the members of the Philippian church, above his own needs and wishes. Why does he prefer to remain

in the flesh for their sake? The answer can be found in Philippians 3:1-3, 19, and 4:2, where Paul writes about needs and problems facing the church. To Paul, the need to address these problems and offer further pastoral care to the believers in Philippi weighs heavier than his own desires. This self-denial is further expressed in 1:25-26. Here, Paul expresses his confidence for his release as he writes, “Having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all” (v. 25). Paul speaks with absolute assurance that he would be released from prison. His release would only be useful for “your furtherance and joy of faith,” that is, for their spiritual growth, which produces joy. “ Yo u r f u r t h e r a n c e ” ( G k . p r o ko p e , p r o k- o p -AY ) o r progress, means spiritual

OWACA on twitter, facebook and/or our website at http:// www.owaca.org or call (323) 422-9500 or (323) 791-7826. growth: in love (1:9), in knowledge (1:9), in fruitfulness (1:11), and in obedience (2:12). Such growth will give them joy in their worship and relationship with the Lord, in the faith. His release would also increase their rejoicing in the Lord Jesus Christ on his behalf. Paul’s presence with them would increase their dedication to the Lord. They would realize God’s grace working through Paul’s vindication from prison. In Philippians 1:26, the phrase “my coming to you again” implies that Paul visited the church before (Acts 16:1140; 20:5-6; 2 Corinthians 8:1-5). According to scholars Trent Butler and Merrill Unger, Paul’s wish was granted: He was released and re-visited the church in Philippi during his third missionary journey (Butler, 1082; Unger, 968977).

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