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“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
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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.
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BELMONT BAPTIST CHURCH HOST MINI-REVIVAL 2013 Lord, Give Me Another TURN AROUND”
Lamentations 5:21
January 31st – February 1, 2013 7:00 p.m. Nightly Join us for an anointed time in the Lord as we put the enemy on the run for 2013. The theme for this two-night explosion is “Lord, Give Me Another TURN AROUND” Lamentations 5:21. Elder Curtis Lollis, the anointed and prolific prophet will deliver the Spoken Word each night. The anointed and fired up voices of the Belmont Mass Choir will provide the music for this wonderful occasion. The Spirit of God will be falling like rain and the anointing will be destroying the yolk. The public is cordially invited and we encourage you to bring
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your shouting shoes and open hearts. Belmont Avenue Baptist Church is located at 9215 South Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90003. God has spoken let the church say AMEN. KiMi Wilson, reporting Dr. Ronald Bridgette, Pastor.
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PROVIDENCE MISSIONARY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REVIVAL St., Los Angeles. Dr. Cosby is a long time supporter of the
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The Providence Missionary Baptist Association is honored to present Evangelist Dr. Kevin Cosby of Louisville Kentucky in revival February 4th, 5th and 6th at the St. Andrews MBC, 1794 W. 36th
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ticipant your presence at any of the 7p.m. evening services.
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Christ Second Baptist Church invites you to join us in Fellowship on Sunday, February 3, 2013
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tor Welton Pleasant, II and our special guest speaker in our worship service on Sunday, February 3, 2013 at 9:40 a.m. This service will be filled with powerful preaching from Pastor, Dr. Kevin Wayne Crosby. Dr. Crosby is the Senior Pastor of St. Stephen Church in Louisville, KY and through his dynamic “practical living” biblical teaching ministry, his church membership DR. KEVIN COSBY has grown from 500 to 10,000 members within the last 3 deBaptist Church Family cor- cades. He is one of God’s leaddially invites you to join Pas- ing ministers in the Gospel
2013 Inaugural Excerpts
BARACK H. OBAMA IS THE 44th PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
“Today we continue a neverending journey to bridge the meaning of those words with the realities of our time. For history tells us that while these truths may be self-evident, they’ve never been self-executing; that while freedom is a gift from God, it must be secured by His people here on Earth. (Applause.) The patriots of 1776 did not fight to replace the tyranny of a king with the privileges of a few or the rule of a mob. They gave to us a republic, a government of, and by, and for the people, entrusting each generation to
misfortune. Through it all, we have never relinquished our skepticism of central authority, nor have we succumbed to keep safe our founding creed. the fiction that all society’s ills And for more than two hun- can be cured through governdred years, we have. Through ment alone. Our celebration blood drawn by lash and blood of initiative and enterprise, drawn by sword, we learned our insistence on hard work that no union founded on the and personal responsibilprinciples of liberty and equal- ity, these are constants in our ity could survive half-slave and character. But we have always half-free. We made ourselves understood that when times anew, and vowed to move for- change, so must we; that fidelward together. Together, we ity to our founding principles determined that a modern requires new responses to new economy requires railroads challenges; that preserving our and highways to speed travel individual freedoms ultimately and commerce, schools and requires collective action. For colleges to train our work- the American people can no ers. Together, we discovered more meet the demands of that a free market only thrives today’s world by acting alone when there are rules to ensure than American soldiers could competition and fair play. To- have met the forces of fasgether, we resolved that a great cism or communism with nation must care for the vul- muskets and militias. No nerable, and protect its people single person can train all the from life’s worst hazards and math and science teachers
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and a man highly favored of God. Come out and join us and be refreshed, refined and reinvigorated as we lift up the name of Jesus through praise, worship and a powerful word from the Lord. Christ Second Baptist Church is. located at 1471 Martin Luther King, Jr., Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813. Rev. Welton Pleasant II, Senior Pastor. For additional information, please contact the church office at (562) 599-3421. Website: www.csbclb.org
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Compton, CA January 15, 2013- Apostle Hill, overseer of Kingdom Harvest Christian Alliance, would like to invite you to their first annual Refocus the Vision: Leadership
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and Volunteers Conference. The conference will be held Friday and Saturday, February 1-2, 2013 at KHCA Headquarters, Love and Unity Christian Fellowship 1840 S.
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we’ll need to equip our children for the future, or build the roads and networks and research labs that will bring new jobs and businesses to our shores. Now, more than ever, we must do these things together, as one nation and one people. This generation of Americans has been tested by crises that steeled our resolve and proved our resilience. A decade of war is now ending. (Applause.) An economic recovery has begun. (Applause.) America’s possibilities are limitless, for we possess all the qualities that this world without boundaries demands: youth and drive; diversity and openness; an endless capacity for risk and a gift for reinvention. My fellow Americans, we are made for this moment, and we will seize it -- so long as we seize it together. Continued From Front Page
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– 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
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50th Church Anniversary Celebration Services Today at Pilgrim Hope Bible Church Greetings to the Church community of Los Angeles. We have been waiting for this day, this time in the history of our Church’s spiritual journey. Well the day has arrived! The Anniversary theme is: “Fifty Years Of Faith”, 2 Corinthians 5:7. All honor and glory to God for his divine blessings upon this Church Ministry. Last Saturday, January 19, 2013, we held our Anniversary Luncheon at the Grand
Hotel Event Center in Long Beach, Ca. The luncheon was well supported in attendance, in which the Pilgrim’s Hope family and invited guest was blessed by the activities that was a part of the luncheon program. We begin our journey of ministry under the leadership of our organizing Pastor, Dr. T.L. Willis in 1963-1989 (Pastor Willis went home to be with the Lord, May 21, 1989); Rev. Bobby J. Winters, Jr., 1990-
15 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION HONORING
PASTOR CURTIS MONROE JR. & LADY PATRICIA A. MONROE We the members of the Redeemer Missionary Baptist Church would like to invite all of our friends, family and loved ones to join us as we celebrate our Pastor & First Lady’s 15th Year Anniversary Celebration! Pastor Curtis Monroe Jr. and Lady Patricia A. Monroe have been serving at Redeemer Missionary Baptist Church for 15 years! The celebration services are scheduled to take place on the following dates: Friday, February 8, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, February 10, 2013 at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, February 17, 2013 at 3:30 p.m. Our church is located at 1631 W. Adams Boulevard in the city of Los Angeles, California. For more information, please email us at info@redeemermbc.org. To God Be The Glory For The Things He Has Done! Reporting, Pastor’s Anniversary Committee.
GRANDPARENTS AS PARENTS AT VICTORY ANNOUNCING...... Grandparents As Parents (GAP) weekly support group coming soon to Victory Baptist Church. Beginning Wednesday, March 6, 2013 from 3:00 PM – 5 PM South Central LAMP will sponsor a Grandparents As Parents support group at Victory Baptist Church 4802 South McKinley Avenue Los Angeles, 90011 the Rev. W. Edward Jenkins, Pastor. Grandparents As Parents provides programs and services to meet the urgent and ongoing needs of grandparents and other relatives who find themselves once again raising children. Each week participants will have the opportunity to share their joys, struggle, frustrations, fears and anxieties in a caring and supportive small group environment that is free from condemnation and judgment. The group will be facilitated by Sarah Doakes who has over 35 years of experience work-
ing with families in our community. Ms. Doakes has her finger on the pulse of the needs and challenges of African American grandparents who are raising children and will provide our families at Victory Baptist Church and surrounding communities with love, support and appropriate resources. During our grandparents meetings the SCLAMP program will provide free onsite child care services which will include healthy snacks, homework, music and literature workshops, arts & crafts and other fun activities. For additional information and/ or to register for the support group please contact Sarah Doakes at 818.264.0880 x3 or 424.750.9127 or email at: sarah@grandparentsasparents.org You may also contact Diana Z. Pinto, Program Director SCLAMP at 323.234.1471 or email: DPinto@s out hcent ra l l amp.org
1997; and our current Pastor, Joe L. Smith Jr., 199-present. The celebration continues first with our Word-Up Bible Study, at 8:30a.m.; The 9:45a.m. Worship Service and will conclude in the 5:00p.m. EveningWorship Service. Our guest speaker in both services is none other than a preacher of excellence, known for his powerful delivery of the Gospel message and his signature phrase “Let me make it plain” around
the Nation, noted author and mentor to preachers who call on his spiritual wisdom, in the person of Dr. J. Alfred Smith, Sr. Pastor Emeritus of the Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland, Ca. Dr. Smith has been a long time friend and supporter of this ministry. He was a good friend of our organizing Pastor, the late Dr. T.L. Willis. The reunion choir, formed of current and former members will be ready to
praise God through song under the direction of Minister Curtis Allen of Tabernacle Of Praise Worship Center, who so graciously prepared us for the service. We look forward to family and friends joining us in the celebration. Pilgrim’s Hope is located at 7016 S. Compton Avenue, Los Angeles. Joe L. Smith Jr., Pastor/Teacher, Sis. Rose Harris, reporting.
Tabernacle of Faith Baptist Church Host “The Art of Marriage Seminar “ Coming February 8th and 9th, Tabernacle of Faith Baptist Church’s Impact Ministry hosts “The Art of Marriage: getting to the Heart of God’s
Design”, a 6 session video event Presented by Family life @7:00pm - 9:30pm Friday; @9:00 a.m. - 4:00pm Saturday, Single Couples Welcome.
Register Online @ MyTabNow.org. Tabernacle of Faith is located at 11328 S. Central Avenue, Los Angeles 90059. Dr. R.M. Leffall, Pastor.
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EVENING STAR MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
Revival Notes and Coming Celebration
Evening Star Missionary Baptist Church has recently experienced the dynamic teaching and preaching of the dynamic, renown, Evangelist Manuel Scott, Jr. on the evenings of January 16th thru January 18th. The first two nights were devoted to interactive workshops on stewardship. This proved to be very informative, educational and extremely motivational to those in attendance. There were many points that resonated with the spirits of those that were blessed by the teaching of the Evangelist. One that this writer would like to pass on to the readers was what to do when you are waiting on the Lord to show you a way out of a situation or through a trial. We were told that waiting is not a passive, non-action activity. Waiting (as does a waiter or waitress) is a time to serve. We can’t just sit and wait for God to move in our lives. We need to be serving, in some capacity, to continue the building of the Kingdom of God. On Friday night, Evangelist Scott preached on the subject of, “Always, Always”. Scripture references were: Romans 8:28, Galatians 4:4, and Mat-
thews 28:20. (Read these and be blessed) In this message we learned that there are three spirituality plateaus on which Christians operate . The first is the plateau of ’Never, Never Land.” This is where pessimists/negaholics operate. They expect the worse to happen in every effort and in every person. They complain and speak negatively about every effort made to do God’s work. The second plateau is, “I Don’t Know, I Don’t know.” These Christian are very indecisive. They don’t stand for anything. The have no opinions, no suggestions and are generally unproductive in the work of the Kingdom. The third plateau is the level of, “Always, Always.” Those of us operating on this plateau believe that no matter what situation we find ourselves in, God is always there with us, so we keep a positive attitude, with praise on our lips, with a song in our hearts, and we trust that now matter what is going on, God will ALWAYS work things out for our good. This is good news! We know that EVERYTHING that happens to us might not seem good but we continue to praise God because we know
that our breakthrough is just beyond our praise. We know to wait on God because when we wait on God’s perfect timing, we setting ourselves up for God’s perfect blessings. Hallelujah Jesus!! What a time we had!! (To find out where Evangelist Scott will minister next: www.manuelscottjr.org) Everyone reading this article is cordially invited to witness the excitement of the great celebration ahead... Our late Pastor Emeritus, Dr. W. M. Brent is being honored by the City of Los Angeles. There will be a formal ceremony to unveil the sign denoting, “Dr. W. M. Brent, Sr. Square” in a dedication Ceremony on January28, 2013 @ 11:30 am. At that time, a permanent sign will be posted. This will be a media event! This dedication will be hosted by Councilwoman Jan Perry who will serve as the mistress of ceremony. Remarks will come from Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Los Angeles, CA, Mark Ridley-Thomas, also by President of the California United Baptist State Convention Dr. J. Roy MorriContinued On Page 4 EVENING STAR.....
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ONE FAITH FELLOWSHIP’S NUGGETS FOR THE SOUL WHICH QUESTIONS SHOULD REALLY BE ASKED ?? So often we question God’s activity or stillness in our lives! We act like we MUST SUPERVISE DADDY-GOD’S participation, presence, actions, logic, wisdom, faithfulness, decisions, plans and purpose for our lives! Most of all, we have the audacity to question His amazingly, unimaginable solid and sure commitment to us! We are quick to ask the Lord “Where Are You?” “Do You REALLY CARE ABOUT ME?” “WHEN ARE YOU GOING TO ACT IN MY LIFE?” Probably, the two most insulting questions are “Lord, Are You Really Real” and “Do You
Really, Really, Really, LOVE ME AS YOU SEEM TO LOVE OTHER PEOPLE”? But, if we stop and reflect on the goodness and the many blessings God has already deposited into our lives, it would eliminate such kind of questions! If we really want to glimpse a ballpark figure of the moments Daddy-God has been good to us (granting the breath of life and offering us a more excellent way) while being on this earth; we can multiply 60 (the number of minutes in one hour) times 24 (the number of hours in one day) and secure that total. Then, we multiply
our age times 365 (number of days in a year) and secure that answer. Then multiply both answers and that will give us an idea of the actual moments and (and not by faith moments) that God has blessed
Sis. Brent and the Evening Star Family. We want to promote this to all of our members (past and present), as well as community, families and friends. The ceremony will take ap-
prox. 1 hour. A reception will follow Thanks! See you on the Evening Star Missionary Church Parking Lot. Claudette Powers, Reporting The Rev. K. B. Williams, Sr. Pastor
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us!! Many of those moments were peaceful even when storms of life raged all around us! Also included are moments which reflect the innumerable times we have experienced the supernatural presence of God with us! If we would busy ourselves with “Counting our Many Blessings”, then WE WOULD NOT ASK THE “POOR ME’ questions nor host pity parties! We should be busy supervising and eliminating our anti-faith thoughts! We should be monitoring our inconsistent times of not enjoying the wonderful peace which Daddy-God offers on a consistent basis that was purchased
through THE TORTURE OF HIS DEAR SON, JESUS CHRIST. Consequently, we find that instead of questioning Daddy-God’s commitment to us, WE SHOULD BE ASKING HIM AND OURSELVES SUCH QUESTIONS as: “Am I in the right place, which You Lord desire for my life?” “Am I pleasing YOU in the choices I’m making?” “Am I allowing You Lord to TRULY lead and guide me?” “Do I FELLOWSHIP WITH YOU on a regular basis and sunbathe in YOUR LOVE?” “Lord is my life gloContinued On Page 14
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GRACE TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor’s Supporters Host Anniversary Brunch Honoring Pastor Miquail and First Lady La Nita Broadous To God be the glory for all the things he has done! Greetings from the Grace Temple Baptist Church under the leadership of Bishop Miquail M. Broadous! As we are 20 days into the New Year, Pastor and Wife’s 16th Pastoral Anniversary is vastly approaching in the month of March!
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 11:00AM, the Pastor’s Supporters will Host a brunch in honor of Pastor Miquail and First Lady La Nita Broadous. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 10. Sis. Janice Johnson, Ministry Leader. For further information please call the church
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who is “a leaders, leader” has facilitated leadership conferences and is proudly endorsed by Pastor Creflo Dollar, Dr. John Maxwell, President Jack Hayford, Bishop Neil C. Ellis, Bishop Kenneth C. Ulmer along with a plethora of successful ministers and ministries not to discount positive corporate endorsements also. “Dr. Chand will be our main speaker on Friday night, and we want to encourage every leader, every worker, every volunteer to be present for this evening, if you are zealous about upward movement in regards to the local church and its purpose. I met him a couple of years ago at a conference in San Diego, CA and in that short time he had such a great affect on me as a leader, which influence will never be neglected. You are going to love him and my prayer is that attendees will take with them the teaching and instruction back to all local churches in the Los Angeles and surrounding areas with a heightened, compassionate craving for real ministry .” Says Apostle Ronald Hill. Angela C. Hill, Administrator and Conference Event Planner stated “I am elated to welcome President Angela Price Evans for our first Refocus the Vision Conference. She will be our keynote speaker for our 10am Saturday General Session. I have personally, admired her leadership skills and
office at (323) 971-8191. Join us every Sunday for continental breakfast at 8:00AM followed by Sunday School and Morning Worship Service at 9:00AM & 10:00AM. Grace is the Place! Bishop Miquail M. Broadous Sr. Pastor, Sis. Celeste Williams, Reporting.
prowess from afar and look forward to basically sitting at her feet to absorb additional information and ministry to assist my own, ever evolving defined meaning for effective church leadership. ” Comedian, Liz Paige, writer, director, producer and star of the gospel Comedy Play “Let’s Talk Church” will also be performing with a set focused on the funny in’s and out’s of leadership and “follow-ship”. The Workshop sessions are focused on church infrastructure where facilitators include: Calvary Chapel South Bay’s, Pastor Dave Stewart; Celebration Worship Center, Pastor Barry Knight; Union Bank Branch Manager, Rene Givhan; Rev. Brian Weaver; Love and Unity Christian Fellowship’s Co-Pastor Osie L. Hill, Angela C. Hill, Ronald Hill, Jr., and many more. To register go to khcaonline.org. Registration is $40.00 per person for the Two-Day conference, which includes: 1 Continental Breakfast, 1 Box Lunch, workshop sessions and materials. Saturday Day Camp for children 5 to 12 years of age will convene from 9:45am until 4:15pm with a registration cost of $20.00 per child. Friday Night Service with Dr. Samuel Chand is FREE!!! Registration ends 12:00Midnight, Wednesday, January 30, 2013. For further information please call 424.213.7711 or 310.604.5900. E-mail: info@khcaonline.org or go to khcaonline.org.
MISSING YOU When I was a child I had a pup I gave him water from my cup When one cold winter frost My pup wandered and got lost My father calmly broke the news In this life we all must lose No reason to prolong this grief Enjoy what you have life is brief Unlike the lost of my best friend Who moved away, I never saw again When I lost all my baby teeth That lost to me was no defeat Though good times came and later left I knew I was never by myself Therefore was not reduced to strife Father taught me lost was part of life On this journey I pause and look back At all the memories down the track Then relish the wonderful, glorious news The love of God I can never lose I don’t miss the things I tossed But of all the things that I have lost That never said farewell or adios I think I miss my pup the most
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son. Our guest of honor will be Sis. Mary Louise Matthews Brent, the widow of our late pastor. All ministers’ wives of the city are encouraged to come and share this honor with
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A TREE OF LIFE
References made to Proverbs 13:12 usually only capsulize the “A” clause of the scripture. The rest of the text reads, “but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life. On Monday January 21, 2013 the tree was in full bloom. As I watched the inauguration of President Barack Obama it was clearly evident that hope was still vibrantly alive. The thing that we desired was fulfilled right before our eyes. Hope is greater than the partisanship, politics, and other elements that often dominate the dialog. I am compelled to thank the God of our weary years and silent tears for bringing us thus
far. Though the hopes of many who have gone on before us was deferred, we stand in the shade of green leaves of fulfillment. The tree has bloomed, blossomed and budded. The beautiful thing about the tree is not only its trunk, branches and leaves, but also its ability to produce seeds to bear more trees. As Dr. King’s dream is now a vision that has come to pass, let’s be intentional about dreaming again, hoping again, and envisioning possibilities. I encourage you to not allow delays and even the disappointment of things not working out the way you may have hoped and planned them
to keep you from passionately embracing the power of hope. Romans 15:13 reads, “Now the God of HOPE fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost. Let the tears of disappointment water the seeds you’ve planted and are planting. Endeavor to believe God for the increase. I declare and decree that hope deferred becomes desire divinely fulfilled in the name of Jesus. Don’t allow your soul to be disquieted. Continue to hope in God and anticipate standing under an awesome tree of life.
SOUTHSIDE BETHEL “FAMILY OF PURPOSE” NEWS
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BUILIDING LIVES and IMPACTING PEOPLE is not just what we do, it is who we are here at the “Family Of Purpose”. Last week Pastor Howard Preached a rivoting message entitled, “What
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Ground are you Standing On” In Exodous, God told Moses to take off his shoes, because the groudn that he was standing was Holy. God moved Moses from his purpose to HIS purpose. We learned that taking your shoes off exposes the “real” you . Every Facet of our lives must be focused on our Saviour, because He and He alone has the power to Save us from ourselves and the world. In preparation for our Relaunc of our Women;s Ministry, Men’s Fellowship, RIOT Kids and Youth, Singles and Couples Ministry, we invite you, (ONLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CHURCH TO CALL HOME). to come and join us at any one of our services. Our 9:30 Service, consist of the printed Sunday School lesson, sermonette brought by one of our Staff ministers and then our lay members enteract with questions and answers. Then with our 10:30 Worship Encounter, we pull out all the bells and whistles so that you can have a thought provoking Encounter with God. Join us this Sunday and every Sunday at 9;30 a.m. and 10:45 a..m. at 10400 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, Ca or you can view our LIVE services and Archived services at www.FOPLive. com. Pastor Frederick E. Howard , Senior Pastor /Teacher
EW MT. CALVARY Missionary Baptist Church
IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE! On Sunday, January 27, 2013, the New Mt. Calvary Church Family will appreciate and celebrate the accomplishments of our pastor and teacher, Rev. Dr. Sonja R. Dawson, during her Pastor’s Appreciation and Birthday Celebration. This year, we are so excited to have the powerful preaching ministries of Superintendent Jeffrey Lewis, Pastor of New Antioch COGIC, Los Angeles, CA at our 7:30 a.m. Worship service, Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Thompson, Assistant Pastor, Allen Temple Baptist Church, Oakland, CA at our 10:45 a.m. Worship service, and Elder Carol Houston, Senior Pastor and Teacher, Bethel Unspeakable Joy Christian Fellowship Church, Inc., Los Angeles, CA for our Grand Finale at 3:30 p.m. Also, as an added bonus, on Friday, January 25 at 7:00 p.m.; there will be a special Birthday Party hosted by Elder Gary Sprewell and will feature Worship leaders, Jovita Shepherd, Min. John Bernard, Min, Franchesca White, and
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Greetings in the precious name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who is STILL the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords!! This is a SHOUT OUT to all Youth!! You are PRECIOUS in God’s eyesight, and you MATTER to God!! Are you doing an outstanding job at church, at school and in your community? Keep up the good work and keep letting your light shine!!! Don’t hide it Monday - Friday at school, at college and at work....LET IT SHINE each and every day!! HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS, and Parents, speaking of working, it is time to WORK ON THE FAFSA, which is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid! Cash for College Workshops are being held RIGHT NOW all over the city,county, and state, and they provide FREE one-on-one assistance to parents and families for completing the FAFSA, and the Cal Grant GPA Verification form! Don’t make errors needlessly on the FAFSA, which can jeopardize or delay financial aid, when you can get free, step-by-step help! And on top of that, students are eligible to receive a $2,000.00 scholarship for simply coming to the one hour workshop! Workshops kick off this Saturday, SUPER SATURDAY, Jan. 26, and continue throughout the month of February. The FAFSA MUST BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED by MARCH 2 to receive priority consideration for State and Federal Financial Aid, grants, loans and work-study, if eligible. For a complete list of CASH FOR COLLEGE WORKSHOPS near you, visit www.calgrants.org or call 888-CA-GRANT! You will need Federal income tax returns forms(if filed) from 2012 from parents/students, and or W-2 forms, pay check stubs or records of earned income. SCHOLARSHIP ALERT!!! February Scholarships available are: Calif. State PTA, Burger King, Mahatma Rice/Univision, Best Buy, LA Clippers Stay in School, Tuskeegee Airmen , Guardian “Girls Going Places” Entrepreneurship Award, Associated Administrators of Los Angeles (LAUSD students only), Back Youth Leadership Program, and so many more! You may GOOGLE each scholarship to get guidelines and applications or apply online, or send an email to A. Andrews at aand320981@ aol.com for an exhaustive listing. Youth, keep searching, keep looking, keep working, but most of all, don’t forget to keep RAISING THE PRAISE!! Arlene T. Andrews
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other surprise guests. Truly, God has moved mightily in the life of Pastor Dawson and has anointed the work of her hands. She is a highly gifted woman of God and possesses the unique ability to create intergenerational unity while inspiring transformation in the lives of men, women, and children in and beyond the walls. And, as seen in her first two years as pastorate, Pastor Dawson has ignited and inspired the New Mt. Calvary Church Family to go to deeper depths and higher heights in the study of God’s Word and the practice of Godly living. Furthermore, New Mt. Calvary has experienced tremendous spiritual and numerical growth while expanding its community outreach, services and programs. So, as we move forward, we are waiting with great anticipation to honor and celebrate all that God is doing and invite our Brothers and Sisters in Christ, our Church families, and the community at-large to these joyful celebrations. 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. Min. Dawnesha K. Beaver and Bro. Dwight Brown- Public Relations Dept. Rev. Dr. Sonja R. Dawson- Pastor; Rev. Dr. Lonnie Dawson- Founder.
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The Supremacy of Jesus Christ Bible Background • Colossians 1:15-20 Printed Text • Colossians 1:15-20 Devotional Reading • Ephesians 1:17-23
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By the end of the lesson, we will: UNDERSTAND Paul’s description of Jesus Christ’s supremacy; EXPRESS feelings of amazement at the supremacy of Jesus Christ; and DESCRIBE to others the awe-inspiring preeminence of Christ for bringing reconciliation.
Keep In Mind:
“For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell” (Colossians 1:19).
Focal verses:
Colossians 1:15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven,
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IN FOCUS “I can’t believe this,” Mary said, disgusted,. She threw her keys down on the kitchen table and frantically searched through her wallet for her auto club card. “I’ve got to make this job interview today!” She said, shouting to herself. Pleading with the clerk at the auto repair shop, with more control, she said, “Can someone come by this morning? My car won’t start.” “We are swamped this morning,” the clerk replied, “and the computer shows you are behind in your motor club payments. We can’t help you until the bill is paid.” Mary began to cry, smearing her makeup. “Lord, how can I get a job if I don’t have a car to get there? How can I get a better car without a job? My life is such a mess.” As Mary laid her head on the table, a tune came to mind: “He’s got the whole world in His hands.” Mary had heard that song since she was a child, but today it seemed to communicate a whole new meaning. Surely, God would provide regardless of her situation. She washed her face, prayed that somehow the Lord would work out the missed interview. She then boldly dialed the number to make another appointment. This week’s lesson gives believers a bigger picture of who Jesus is and His position in the world. Hopefully, as our view of Him increases, our perception of our personal problems will decrease. THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND TIMES Colosse. The town of Colosse (also spelled “Colossae”) was located on a ridge overlooking the Lycus River Valley in the southwest corner of Asia Minor in what is now Turkey. At the time of Paul’s writing, its neighboring cities, Laodicea and Hierapolis, were becoming more important, while Colosse was in decline. Epaphras and Timothy established churches in all three of these cities, but at this writing, Paul had yet to visit the believers at these churches personally. However, he did tell Philemon, a native of Colosse, that he was hoping to visit him (Philemon 1:22). Scholars believe that Paul wrote this letter during his first imprisonment in Rome around A.D. 60. Having received a report from Epaphras of the progress being made with this budding church, he also alerted Paul to the false teachers gaining a foothold in the church. Epaphras. Christianity came to Colossae through the work of Epaphras. He was converted and rooted in the faith by Paul during Paul’s stay in Ephesus. Epaphras had established the faith in Colossae. Paul was not the founder of these congregations and never paid them a visit. He commended Epaphras for his excellent work. BACKGROUND A heretical (false teaching) movement had started in Colossae. Before any real damage could be done, Epaphras reported to Paul the errors that were circulating among the congregation. Epaphras, under Paul’s direction, was the founder of the church in Colossae. However, Paul was imprisoned at the time, probably somewhere in Rome. Paul responded by sending
and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17 And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. 19 For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell; 20 And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven.
Tychicus with this epistle to the Colossians. Paul wrote the epistle (letter) to crush the false teaching that had arisen. The identity of the heretics was not clear. It could have been members in the congregation pretending to be Christians or non-members from the outside, like the Judaizers, who attempted to invalidate Paul’s teaching. The Colossian heretics may also have been native Jews, not members of the Colossian church, who added fancy ideas to Epaphras’ teaching and fought to win members for their peculiar beliefs. Through this brief but powerful writing, Paul completely took care of the erroneous ideas. The theme of the letter focuses on Christ’s superiority. The false teachers in Colossae were attempting to reduce the significance of Christ’s authority and work. Paul, therefore, set forth his case about Christ and His elevated position. IN DEPTH 1. Christ Reigns Supreme in Creation (Colossians 1:15-17) In the earlier verses of Colossians 1, Paul gives many statements and compliments to the Colossian church. Starting in verse 15, however, his focus changes and he gives central attention to Christ. Earlier in the chapter, Christ has already been addressed as “his dear Son” (1:13). Paul continues to lift Jesus up. He gives a long report about Jesus’ person, His position, and His work. These teachings about Jesus Christ are not new to the Colossians, but they are restated to combat the erroneous teachings that were being spread. The first thing Paul emphasizes about Christ is that He is completely God and completely man. When we look at Jesus, we see who God is. Because it is beyond human understanding, this concept is difficult to comprehend. How can two natures—God’s divine nature and man’s nature—dwell in one man? Yet, Jesus claimed to be, and is, both God and man (John 1:1, 14). In Colossians 1:15, Paul used the word “image” to express Christ’s exact likeness of God. Like the image in the reflection of a mirror, the nature and being of God are perfectly revealed in Christ. The second major characteristic that Paul points out is that “He is the firstborn Son, superior to all created things” (Good News Translation). Being the firstborn could mean the first child to come out of the mother’s womb. It could also mean the one who is given first place (heir) of honor or authority in the family, even though he or she is not the first in the childbirth lineage. Solomon was not David’s first son, but he was given the firstborn position as heir to the throne when David died. Both meanings were represented in the Colossians passage: Christ existed before all creation; He is also over all in rank and dignity. There was an ancient custom whereby
the firstborn son in a family was given rights and privileges not shared by the other offspring. He was his father’s representative and heir, and the management of the household was committed to him. Following this interpretation, we understand the passage to teach that Christ is His Father’s representative and heir. He has the management of everything here on earth and in heaven. Because Christ was the creator of the universe, He is firstborn or Lord over all creation. Creation was “through” Christ (v. 16, NLT); God spoke the words and gave the instructions. Jesus was the agent through whom it actually came into being. Because Christ is the reason all things exist, all things—that exist—are to contribute to His glory. The universe is His footstool, His throne. Thus, Christ made all things in heaven and here on earth, visible and invisible, angelic hierarchy, or whatever supernatural powers that be. He is their Lord. Christ is before all things in time, and all things hold together because of Him. He sustains all of creation. The world would be in complete chaos if it were not for Jesus. 2. Christ Reigns Supreme in the Church (v. 18) Paul goes on to further point out Christ’s supremacy by saying, “he is the head of the body, the church.” He is the source of the church’s life. He guides and governs the church. Christ and Christ alone is its chief and its leader. The word “church” simply means assembly or congregation. Paul makes reference to all Christians everywhere, not just the individuals assembled in a church building. The church is a gigantic, living, moving organism by which Christ carries out His purposes and performs His work. The church is composed of members joined vitally to one another. God gives gifts to each Christian and then places His people in His church so that they might serve Him where they are needed. Through His Word, Jesus Christ nourishes and cleanses the church. The body of Christ cannot function without Christ, its head. He gives instructions and holds the body together. The believers carry out His mission and His purposes. It is often quoted metaphorically that, “Jesus had no eyes but our eyes, no feet but our feet, no hands but our hands.” One cannot accomplish much in the way of winning the world without the other. Christ is not only the head of the church; He is the firstborn from the dead. This does not mean He was the first to be raised from the dead because He was not. Christ is the first to be permanently resurrected from the dead, the first to be clothed with immortality, and the first to obtain and declare His victory over death. For without His resurrection, there would be no resurrection for others at the end of the age. Christ is the origin and source of the life of the church. Paul summarized his teaching in one statement: “So that in everything he (Christ) might have the supremacy” (v. 18, NIV). Jesus alone has the first place among all and over all. He is the
sole Head of all things. The false teachers of Colossae attempted to communicate to the people that Jesus Christ was only one of many ways to God. However, the Scriptures are quite clear. Jesus emphatically said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me” (John 14:6, NKJV, emphasis added). Jesus is the only entrance into heaven and the only way to know God. 3. Christ Reigns Supreme in Redemption (vv. 19-20) Before he ends this section, Paul makes two more strong statements about Christ. The first statement is: “For it pleased the Father that in Him all the fullness should dwell” (Colossians 1:19, NKJV). God’s totality has a permanent home in Christ. Not a partial part, but all of God’s divine power and characteristics rest in Jesus. The fact that God would put all that He is inside Jesus proves that Jesus is God, and because He is God, He is able to do what no mere man could ever do—reconcile lost sinners to a holy God. Paul’s second strong statement in Colossians 1 is, “Through the Son, then, God decided to bring the whole universe back to himself. God made peace through his Son’s blood on the cross and so brought back to himself all things, both on earth and in heaven” (1:20, Good News). The Father willed that all fullness should dwell in Christ. He also willed to reconcile all things to Himself through Christ—changing the condition of man from separation to harmony with God.
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Daily Bible Readings MONDAY Be Watchful (Matthew 24:36-44) TUESDAY Be Prepared (Matthew 25:1-13) WEDNESDAY Be Trustworthy (Matthew 25:14-21) THURSDAY Be Compassionate (Matthew 25:31-40) FRIDAY Be Holy (1 Peter 1:13-21) SATURDAY Stand Firm (Philippians 3:17-4:1) SUNDAY Hold Fast (Philippians 3:12-16) 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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SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES 1. List as many facts as you can about Christ and creation (Colossians 1:15-18). 2. Explain the two definitions of “firstborn” and how Jesus fits them both (v. 18). 3. Explain how it is possible for sinful man to be reconciled to a holy God (v. 20). DISCUSS THE MEANING 1. How do the facts presented about Christ prove His supremacy over everything? 2. What does Christ’s reconciling humankind to God through His death on the Cross mean to us today? LESSON IN OUR SOCIETY The assistant director of a local crisis pregnancy center had this to say about her clients. “I talk to young women all the time who call or come in and talk about the difficulties in their lives. When I ask them what they have tried to do to better themselves and their situations, many of them talk about getting a better job, better education, and job training skills. Some even mention getting out of a bad relationship. Very rarely
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does anyone mention turning to God as a solution.” We live in a society that habitually ignores God. And yet, God wants us to make friends with Him through His Son Jesus to personally be our guide through the difficulties of life. MAKE IT HAPPEN Make a list of personal difficulties and the way you have handled them in the past. Make another list of challenges you are facing. What changes are you going to make in your outlook? Your attitude? Your actions? MORE LIGHT ON TEXT Colossians 1:15-20 The supremacy of Christ is one of the three major themes of the book of Colossians, which Paul develops extensively in chapter one, verses 15-28. Here Paul deals with the glory, preeminence, and preexistence of Christ who is the head of the church. In the previous section (1:12-14), Paul prays for the church, giving thanks to God for the spiritual inheritance, great deliverance, and redemption from sins, which He has accorded the church through His Son Jesus Christ, the source and giver of all gifts. 15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the first-
1-888-290-7277 born of every creature: The word “who,” in verse 15, refers to the dear (beloved) Son into whose kingdom the church has been transferred and in whom we have redemption through His blood, even the forgiveness of sins (v. 14). The phrase in verse 15, “the image of the invisible God,” is therefore a description of Jesus Christ the Son of God. “Image” (Gk. eikon, i-KONE) can be translated as “likeness or representation,” and most applicable, “the replica of an object.” Genesis 1:27 says that man was created in the image of God, which speaks of moral and natural faculties, rather than physical likeness. Here the word is used to describe the bodily and spiritual likeness of the Son to the Father in every aspect, in power and authority. Hebrews 1:3 describes the “express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high.” John confesses that Jesus is the glory of the Father (John 1:14). To Philip and the other disciples, Jesus says, “He that hath seen me hath seen the Father” (John 14:9). The picture here is more than the picture of a son’s resem-
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
On Monday, January 21, I attended the Martin Luther King Jr., Community Celebration Service, put on by the Orange County Minister’s Conference in Santa Ana. The guest speaker was the renowned, Rev. Dr. William Epps of the Second Baptist Church of Los Angeles. Dr. Epps reminded us of the dream; challenged us in the dream, and then enlightened us to the fact, that the dream was not all there was to Dr. Martin Luther King. We remember the marches and we remember the speeches, but
there was more to Dr. King. Dr. Epps shared with us that upon visiting rural areas in Mississippi, Dr. King was heartbroken by the poverty that he encountered. And he thought, being able to sit at a counter with a white person, or going to school or college with a white person and being considered equal is something we need to achieve. But, what about those whose poverty level is so low, they will never be able to afford to sit at a counter or afford to go to school? We have been afforded so many benefits that our forefathers did not have. Will we relax in the comfort of what we have and say look at what we have done and then become complacent, because after all we are seemingly doing well? Granted, we have come a long way, but we still have a long way to go, Dr, Epps implored that we not let Dr. King’s dream or vision die. We must strive to fulfill the dream, not only for equal treatment, but for equal economic empowerment. Look around in your communities are you satisfied with what you see, and if not what will you do to initiate change? Dr. Joyce is a lay-person, under the leadership of Dr. Ticey M. 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. Dr. Joyce’s contact info is, joyce-harrell@sbcglobal.net or (714)878-4854.
blance. Christ’s image of the Father can only be fully understood on the basis of Christ’s preexistence. John says Christ was in the beginning, that He was with God, and that He was, in fact, God (John 1:1). Christ’s incarnation is therefore a revelation of the invisible God (John 1:18; John 10:30, 38; Revelation 3:14). Paul contends that Christ is not only the image of the Father but also “the firstborn of every creature” (Colossians 1:15). This aspect of Paul’s concept of Christ poses some definite theological and doctrinal problems. The major problem is in the meaning of “firstborn” (Gk. prototokos, pro-tot-OK-os) and how it relates to and is used concerning Christ here. The word is used in a number of passages in the New Testament (Matthew 1:25; Luke 2:7; Romans 8:29; Hebrews 11:28). It means “the first one to be born into a family,” and is applied to Jesus as the firstborn of His earthly family. It also applies to Him as the firstborn in the family of God. However, the problem is whether the word means that Christ is a part of creation, or whether, in other words, He is a created being as other creatures. How do we understand this concept of Christ? Look-
ing at the phrase in isolation and out of context will make one tend to see Christ as a created being. Nonetheless, the context makes it clear that Christ is both the agent and creator of all creation. It then places Him above it and causes us to understand firstborn in the sense of “supreme and sovereign” rather than as “born before.” Christ’s sovereignty over all creation is further made clear in John 1:3 and Hebrews 1:2. The deity of Christ supports this concept. 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: As we read in verse 16, the deity and preeminence of Jesus Christ are brought into focus by His creative activity. As we mentioned about the previous verse, two important things about Christ are established here. The first is that Christ is the agent of all creation; He created all things. The second is that all things
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BUILDING FUND DAY AT FIRST ZION TRAVELERS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
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It is that time of the year again. We are having Our Building Fund Annual Day, Sunday January 27, 2013 @ 3:00 PM. We would like to extend to you a welcome to come out be a part of the service and hear this great man of God. Our speaker of the hour will be the Rev. D. Wright. Rev D. Wright is the Proud Pastor of The Golden Rule Baptist Church, in Los Angeles. If you have not heard him you need to hear him. Our:” Theme Building on Christ -The Rock”, II Corinthians 9:6-8. Our church is located at 4715 south Normandie, Phone 323-296-2047. We are extending to you a special Invitation. You don’t want to miss hearing this anointed man of God. We promise that you will receive a blessing, 4715 South Normandie, LA,CA 90037. We hope to see you there. Dr. Frank Bryant Jr., Pastor, Irene Bryant reporting.
BIBLE FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School Dept. Presents a Skit “How Can I Be Born Again?” The Pastor and members of the Bible Fellowship Baptist Church invite all that can to come and fellowship with is Sunday January 27th at 3:00pm as the Sunday School Presents their Annual program for the year. Bible Fellowship is located at 6915 S. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90003. For additional information call the church (323) 751-3532 or (323) 751-7331. We are inviting all that can to come and receive a blessing. Rev. DeShay Ward Sr. Pastor, Ethel Hightower, Sunday School Supt.
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Pleasant View M.B.C. is currently seeking a musician who is a Born Again Believer in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. One with integrity, resilience and the ability to work well with the Pastor, Music Committee Chairman, Music Ministry staff as well as its members. Desired qualifications: read music, play both piano and organ(by ear as well), capable of teaching and learning songs, available for Sunday morning services, occasional Sunday afternoon & weekday evening services. All applicants must have their own transportation. Proverbs 3:5-6 says “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy path.” That’s what we’re doing along with P.U.S.H’ing; Praying Until Something Happens. We are also Thanking God for what He is going to do; please continue to P.U.S.H. with us. All interested in applying, please contact Bobbie Reed(Church Clerk). She can be reached at (323)791-9323. Rev. Michael White, Pastor. Rev. Wimberly Watson, Founder/Pastor Emeritus/Visionary. Sis. Kesha Lawson-Smith, Music Ministry President. Sis. Regina Gallien, News reporter.
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WORSHIP LOCATION: 16425 Ishida Ave Carson, CA 90248 (310) 327-0274 pastorjhiltoncothchurch.org
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Early Service ........................................................ 8:00 A.M. Church School ...................................................... 9:30 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship .......................................... 10:45 A.M. Taped Broadcast - KTYM 1460 AM (Sundays) 5:30 p.m. Taped Broadcast - KALI 900 AM (Sundays) 7-8 p.m. Bible Study & Training ............................................ 4:00 P.M. Youth Ministries (Mon.) .......................................... 6:30 P.M. Pastor’s Bible Class - All Ages (Tues.) ................. 6:30 P.M. Prayer Bible Sudy (Wed.) ...................... 6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M. Young Adult Fellowship & Study ........................... 7:00 P.M. Children Ministries (Sat.) ..................................... 10:00 A.M.
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451 East 223rd Street Carson, CA 90745 Office (310) 834-2630 Fax (310) 513-0943 Web: http://judsonbc.net
Dr. Johnny V. Baylor, Pastor/Teacher Sunday Worship Service:................... 7:45 AM & 10:00 AM Children’s Church Available: .(Except 5th )...10:00 AM Serv. Speak Life Youth Ministry: (2nd & 4th Sunday):...... 12:30 PM Bible Study: (Wed.):..........................12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM
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Church Website: www. greaterstarlightmbc.org Sunday School ................................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 11:00 A.M. Life Hour (2nd Sun.) ........................................... 8:00 A.M. Prayer Meeting/Bible Study (Tues.) ..................... 7:30 P.M. Hour of Power Prayer (Fri.) ............................... 5:00 A.M. Noonday Rhema (Fridays) ............................... 12:00 P.M.
MESSIAH BAPTIST CHURCH
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REV. GEORGE L. THOMAS, PASTOR 1016 East Rosecrans Avenue Compton, CA 90220 / Phone: (310) 537-3149 Early Morning Worship ................................. 7:30 - 9:30 A.M. Sunday School ........ 9:45 - 10:30 A.M. & 10:15 - 11:00 A.M. New Member’s Class (Sunday) ........................... 10:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........................ 10:45 A.M. - 12:45 P.M. Holy Communion (1st Sun.) ...................... 7:30 & 10:45 A.M. Broadcast (KTYM-1460 AM - SAT.) ........ 10:00 - 11:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer & Bible Study (Wed.) ...... 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
4500 W. Adams Blvd. L.A., CA 90016 Phone: (323) 734-7920; Fax: (323) 734-2374 Email Address: Messiah1954@aol.com Web Address: Messiahmissionarybaptist.org REV. PERRY J. JONES, (SENIOR PASTOR) DR. WHALEN JONES, (PASTOR EMERITUS) Sunday School ..................................................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ..............................7:30 A.M. & 10:30 A.M. Weekly Bible Study (Tues. & Thurs.) .................... 7:00 P.M. Weekly Bible Study /Prayer Mtg. ..................... 12:00 NOON Choir Rehearsal -”YOUTH” (Thurs.) ..................... 6:00 P.M.
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SUNDAY MORNINGS: Worship Services ........... 8:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M.& 12:30 P.M. Elements Bible Study ........................ 7:30 A.M. & 9:00 A.M. Spanish Worship Service ...................................... 3:00 P.M. KJLH Broadcast 102.3 “Real Life”......................9:00.P.M. Family Night Bible Study ........(Wednesday).......... 6:30 P.M.
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MAILING ADDRESS P.O. BOX 4446 CARSON CA 90746 Dr. W.M. Brent Sr Pastor Emeritus
Keith B. Williams Senior Pastor
Sunday School .....................................................8:45 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 10:00 A.M. Prayer & Bible Study .....(Wed.) ..... 12:00 Noon / 7:00 P.M.
8222 So. San Pedro St. L.A., CA 90003 Office: (323) 750-1033 Fax: (323) 758-6030
Website: www.wordonnet.com/hardwick
DR. J. BENJAMIN HARDWICK, SR. PASTOR Early Morning Worship ............................................. 6:45 A.M. Educational Hour .................................................... 9:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........................................... 10:30 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ................................................. 7:30 P.M. Broadcast ......................(KJLH 102.3)................... 5:00 A.M.
VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH OF LOS ANGELES 4802 South McKinley Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90011 PHONE: (323) 231-2424 PASTOR W. E. JENKINS Moderator of Los Angeles District Association Morning Worship ........................................... 9:00 A.M. Sunday School ............................................ 10:45 A.M. Children’s Church (1st Sun.) ....................... 10:00 A.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ............................. 12 & 7:00 P.M. GREATER NEW LIGHT B.C.
1154 E. 92nd Street Los Angeles, Ca 90002 Ph: (323) 567-1993 Fx: (323) 567-1407 E-mail: PastorPDRoss@aol.com DR. PATRICK D. ROSS, PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service ......11:00 A.M. Prayer....(Wed)........................7:00 P.M. Bible Study...(Wed)..................7:30 P.M. Prayer ....(Wed & (Fri)...9:00-10:00 A.M.
GREATER NEW ST. MATTHEW Missionary Baptist Church 346 East 36th St., L.A., CA 90011 CHURCH: (323) 233-7729 FAX: (323) 233-8057 E-mail: gnsmchurch@yahoo.com
REV. LOVESTER ADAMS, SR., PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service ... 11:00 A.M. Mid-Wk. Prayer (Wed.) ......... 7:00 P.M.
The ROCK Christian Fellowship Build, Teach, Engage & Empower
REV. SONJA DAWSON., Senior Pastor REV. LONNIE DAWSON, SR., Founder (1962-2010) Sun. Worship ........................................... 7:30 & 10:45 A.M. Sun. School/Bible Study ....................................... 9:30 A.M. Communion Serv. (1st Sun.) ....................7:30 & 10:45 A.M. Noon Pray/Mtg/Bible Study (Wed) ........................... 12 P.M. “Wed. Night Live” ....... Prayer Meeting Bible Study & Book Studies ... 7:00 P.M.
Temporary Location @ Florence Bixby Elementary School 5251 E. Stearns, Long Beach, Ca 90815 Mailing Address 6285 E. Spring St. #223, LB 90808 (562) 597-7481 Fax (562) 597-6356 GREGORY SANDERS, SR., PASTOR www.THEROCKTODAY.com Morning Worship ................... 10:00 A.M.
NEW COMMANDMENT M.B.C.
PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH
950 East 45th Street, L.A., CA 90011 Phone: (323) 231-9153
15548 Paramount Blvd. Paramount, CA 90723 PHONE: (562) 531-7703 FAX: (562) 529-5062 EMAIL: Praise15548@aol.com DR. REV. GRADY JONES, PASTOR SUNDAY: 9:15 A.M. Sunday School 11:00 A.M. ........... Morning Worship 11:00 A.M. Children’s Church (3rd, 4th, & 5th Sunday)
los angeles EVENING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH
“PRAISE CITY” PRAISES OF ZION B.C.
WEDNESDAY: 7:00 P.M., Prayer/Bible Study
DR. ALBERT NICHOLAS SENIOR PASTOR
REV. DEMONTRE REEVER YOUTH PASTOR
REV. E. ROLAND AREVALO PASTOR/SPANISH MINISTRY
Sunday School ................................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship & Youth Worship.................... 10:45 A.M. Evangelistic Class...(3rd Tues) ............................7:00 P.M. Prayer Band (Wed.) ........................................ 12:00 Noon Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) .......................................... 7:00 P.M. Spanish Worship (Sun) ...................................... 4:30 P.M. Spanish Prayer Mtg .. (Thurs) ..............................7:00 P.M.
FIRST ANTIOCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
8725 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90002 Phone: (323) 589-2551 REV. GERALD BURGESS SR., PASTOR “KINGDOM BUILDING MINISTRIES” Early Morning Worship .......... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship.................. 11:00 A.M. Mid-Week Prayer (Wed) .........6:30 P.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ..................7:00 P.M.
BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF PASADENA
1972 North Fair Oaks Avenue Pasadena, CA 91103 PHONE: (626) 794-3136 JOHN T. McCALL, PASTOR DR. F. S. STEVENS, ORGANIZER PASTOR EMERITUS Sunday School ................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 11:00 A.M. Mid-week Pray/Bible Study 12:00 NOON & 7:00 P.M.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF VENICE 685 Westminister Avenue www.FBCVLive.com
HORACE A. ALLEN, PASTOR
Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 11:00 A.M Teacher’s Meeting (Wed) .....6:30 P.M. Bible Study (Wed) ................7:30 P.M.
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los angeles THE ASSEMBLING FAITH M.B.C. 1233 W. 91st St., L.A., CA 90044 Phone(323) 418-8800 E-Mail: assemblingf8th@att.net
DR. B. T. NEWMAN SR. Pastor Emeritus
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.
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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.
Your Church Address Your Church Phone Number Your Church Email YOUR PASTOR’S NAME 2 PHOTOS OR 1 MORE INFORMATION ON DOUBLE SPACE
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.
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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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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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los angeles BIBLE FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH
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.
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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.
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.
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.
NEW PROVIDENCE M.B.C.
10200 South Normandie Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90044 Phone: (323) 754-3779
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.
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
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.
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los angeles 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.
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“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 ...............10:30 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.
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.
11328 S. Central Ave., L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 569-4162 www.tabernacleoffaithbaptistchurch.com
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
ROCK OF FAITH M.B.C.
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.
ST. JOHN M.B.C.
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. REED BAPTIST CHURCH
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.
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.
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.
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1521 East 111th St., L.A., CA 90059 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 61218 Los Angeles, CA 90061-0218 Phone: (323) 569-8819 REV. W. CHARLES HARRIS, II, PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 10:50 A.M. Program/Vesper Hour ............. 4:00 P.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ...... 7:00 P.M.
WELCOME MISSIONARY B.C.
8615 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, Calif. 90002 www.Welcomebaptistla.org Ph: (323) 582-5813; FAX: (323) 582-4587 REV. J. W. BROWN, PASTOR Morning Worship .................... 8:00 A.M. Church School ..................... 10:00 A.M. Communion Served (Every 1st Sun.) Mid-Week Prayer (Wed.) .. 12:00 NOON Mid-Week Bible Study (Wed.) 7:00 P.M.
(The Historical) WELLER STREET M.B.C.
129 S. Gless Street Los Angeles, CA 90033 Phone: (323) 261-0949 REV. K. W. TULLOSS, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 8:00 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship ..... 9:00 A.M. Sunday Evening Worship........6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Tues).................. 5:00 P.M.
10400 S. San Pedro Street, L.A. Calif. 90003
“Family of Purpose” CHURCH Phone: (888) 294-5545 www.FOPLive.com
REV. FREDERICK E. HOWARD Senior Pastor/Teacher Editor/Publisher Sunday School ...................Sunday....................... 9:30 A.M. Worship Celebration...........Sunday..................... 10:45 A.M. Mdwk. Prayer ......................Wednesday................ 7:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsals................Thursday.....................7:00 P.M. LIVE BROADCAST * SUNDAY 11:00 AM FOPLivel.com
BEULAH BAPTIST CHURCH 1454 E. 100th St., L.A., CA 90062 CHURCH: (323) 564-0691
www.BeulahBaptistLa.org 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.
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1812 E. 110th St. - L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 566-5315 Res.(310) 635-2827 Fx: (323) 566-2349 DR. MILTON MARSHALL, SR., PASTOR Early Morning Worship ......... 7:30 A.M. Sunday School .................... 9:45 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Prayer Mtg./Bible Study (Tue.) 5:00 P.M. UBU Club (Ages 13-19) 4th Wed. 6: P.M.
SOUTHSIDE BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH
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.
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Matthew 28:18-20 Says to Go Ye Therefore into ALL Nations.
REV. ROBERT L. TAYLOR PASTOR
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venice NEW BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH
503 Brooks Ave., Venice, CA 90291 Ph: (310) 392-3958/Fax: 310-392-1648 E-Mail: newbethelbaptist@verizon.net REV. MARVIS L. DAVIS, SR., PASTOR Educational Hour ........ 8:30 - 9:30 A.M. Worship Service By The Seaside ... 9:45 A.M. Church School/ Wednesday Night Live Prayer Praise & Bible Study .......................... 7:00 P.M.
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belong to Him; all things were created for Him. This clarifies and substantiates what we have understood regarding verse 15—the firstborn prototokos does not include Christ having come into existence at a point in time; instead, He is eternal. This is supported by the conjunction “for” (Gk. hoti, HOT-ee, meaning “because” or “since”). The person we know as the historical Jesus, the only begotten of the Father, existed as an equal member of the Godhead, as the creator of all things. Paul contends that “all things” include both earthly and heavenly things, visible and invisible things; all have their beginning and existence in Christ. Nothing would exist without the sovereignty of Christ, whether visible or invisible. Everything derives its existence in Him. The “visible things” refer to the cosmic things, the earthly, material things that include humans; the “invisible things” probably refer to spirit beings such as angelic agencies. The New Testament uses different words to describe these invisible created beings but Paul applies four here: thrones, dominions, principalities, and powers. In Ephesians 1:21-22, Paul asserts that the existence of the angelic beings and the fact that they are able to exert some influence for good or for evil (Ephesians 6:12; 1 Timothy 5:21). However, Paul contends that they have neither power nor exist apart from Christ. The good angels can contribute nothing toward man’s salvation, and the bad or evil angels cannot separate believers from the love of Christ (Romans 8:35-39). 17 And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. Because He created all things for Him and they exist in Him, it then follows that He preceded all things in time, and in Him all things consist (or are held together). Both statements go further to underline the supremacy of Christ over all creation. The first statement, “he is before all things” means that He is from eternity. He is timeless. Indeed, there was no time He did not exist. This firmly establishes the preexistence of Christ, as contained in a number of New Testament passages, including John 1:1; 8:58; 17:5; Philippians 2:6; Revelation 22:13. The book of Revelation refers to Christ as the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and end, the first and last. Also, the prophet Micah says He is from everlasting (5:2). The second statement, “by him all things consist” (or “in Him all things hold together,” NASB), signifies that the continuity and coherence of all creation are
centered in Him and under His direction and thus speaks of His preeminence. Nothing, as we have already established could exist without Him, for in Him is life. Paul, defending the Gospel at Mars Hill says to the Athenians, “For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain also of your own poets have said, For we are also his offspring” (Acts 17:28). Not only is He the creator of all things (Colossians 1:16), He upholds and sustains all things, which translates the Greek word sunistao (soonis-TAH-o). It also has the idea of consistency, to “set in the place, to put together, or to unite parts into one whole.” Probably, Paul has in mind the orderliness of the universe and the harmony of the cosmic world. Although the world seems to be in chaos on the surface—wars, killings, murders by children, burglary, and all sorts of evil—beneath this seemingly chaotic nature of the world, there is order and plan. The sun comes up in the day and the moon at night; the snow comes in its season, and the summer at its time. Even the globe itself is held in balance in the vacuum with unseen gravitational force, rotating ceaselessly on its axis. Rivers run constantly into the ocean and the ocean is never filled completely. There is order in the universe. It is neither chance nor fate, nor, for that matter, the law of nature that keeps these things in place and makes them function, as some would claim. Rather, Paul, in declaring the supremacy and power of Christ, says that He holds all things and all things are by Him, who is the express image of the Father and the creator of all things (Revelation 4-5). Many scholars of Colossians 1 consider this section a hymn, which was sung in worship in ancient time but adapted by Paul to clarify the preexistence, preeminence, and superiority of Christ over all things both in heaven and on earth. It defines Christ’s position in the nature of things in the created world and places Him in His rightful position in relation to the Father as the true representation. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. Hitherto, Paul has been describing Christ’s preeminence in the realm of creation. He now refocuses our attention on Christ’s relation to the church and deals with it in the sphere of redemption. He says Christ is the head of the church, an assertion he also has made elsewhere,
namely Ephesians (1:22, 23; 4:15) and later in the second chapter of this book (Colossians 2:19). In some of his previous letters, Paul refers to the church as the body of Christ, but the application is the relationship of the members with one another. For example, in 1 Corinthians 10:1-6; 12:12-31; and Romans 12:5, Paul describes the church as one body with many parts and functions, just as the human body has different parts—such as hands, feet, eyes, and ears—and each has different purposes. In other words, in the one organism of the church, there are gifts, talents, skills, and functions distributed among the believers, and each believer uses his or her gift for the benefit of the entire body. In these passages, Paul never expressly refers to Christ as the head of the church. However, the idea is implied, for a body cannot exist without a head. He also wrote in 1 Corinthians 11:3, “The head of every man is Christ.” If Christ is the head of every man, then He is the head of the church. Nevertheless, Paul’s main emphasis to the Colossians is about Christ’s preeminence and relationship with the church. In his letter to the Ephesians, Paul compares the headship of Christ to the church with the headship of the husband to his wife (5:23), and the main function of the head in relation to the body is for sustenance and growth (Colossians 2:19; Ephesians 4:15-16). The importance of a head to a body is obvious. A body without a head is dead. One can survive and lead a fruitful life with any other part of the body missing such as the eyes, legs, or hands, but have you ever seen a body moving without a head? Therefore, a church without Christ is a dead church and cannot function. Christ is not only the organic head of the church, He is also its ruling head in the sense of guidance and exercising authority, which is implied in the Ephesian passages (1:20-23; 5:23-24). Going back to the analogy of the physical body, science clearly shows that the operation of all other parts of the body comes from the head—in the brain. The brain controls and harmonizes all movements and functions of every part of the body by receiving, interpreting, transmitting, and distributing impulses from both the outside world and inside the body to all parts of the body. In Colossians 1:18, Paul continues to explain the place of Christ within the church by describing Him as “the beginning, the firstborn from the dead.” The word translated “the beginning” is the Greek
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word arche (ar-KHAY), which has a variety of meanings such as: “the origin by which everything begins, the first person in series, the leader in rank.” All these are applicable to Christ. However, the inclination here, in view of the statement that Christ is the firstborn from the dead speaking of the Resurrection, is that He is the first person among the dead who would rise to life and signal the beginning of the end of the age. The resurrection of the body is the hope, joy, and assurance of all who believe in Christ (Colossians 3:1-17; 1 Peter 1:3). Christ is therefore the first among the many, the one who has inaugurated the principle, and causes the glorified physical resurrection of believers. He is both the author and sustainer of life and death with authority over both (Romans 8:29; 1 Corinthians 15:20; Hebrews 2:14, 15; Revelation 1:5) and the key to death and Hades. He assures His disciples, concerning His resurrection: “Because I live, ye shall live also” (John 14:19). Paul writes to Timothy that Jesus Christ has abolished death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel (2 Timothy 1:10). Paul uses the same word “firstborn” in Colossians 1:18 used in verse 15 that speaks of both the aspect of creation and parallels Christ’s relationship to the church, the new c r eation. The new creation came into existence on the same principle as the old. Tied together, all of this is the goal of supremacy—His “preeminence” ( G k . p r o t e u o, prote-YOO-o)— His top position, esteem, and significance among all creatures.
19 For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell; This high position of the Son is according to the Father’s design and for His pleasure— and it translates into the embodiment of the fullness of God in the Son. Here, Paul says God is delighted to have His “fulness” (Gk. pleroma, PLAY-ro-mah) reside in Christ. Pleroma or “fullness” is used in a number of passages in the New Testament with two basic meanings: (1) something that fills or completes, such as a patch (Matthew 9:16) or love (Romans 13:10); and (2) fullness or the state of being filled, such as the completed number of saved Gentiles (Romans 11:25), or the “full measure” of Christ’s blessing (Romans 15:29, NIV). First Corinthians 10:26 speaks of the earth’s fullness, and Galatians 4:4 talks about the fullness of the time. In Ephesians 1:10, Paul writes about God’s sovereign appointment of events in both space and time. The use of pleroma in Romans 11:12 refers to the completion of God’s plan for the nation of Israel. Paul, in Colossians 1:19, says that the Lord Jesus Christ possesses the complete fullness of God, which likely includes God’s divine nature and attributes (Colossians 1:15; Hebrews 1:3). It also says later in Colossians, “In Him (Christ) dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily” (Colossians 2:9, NKJV). The phrase, “all the fullness of God” (Ephesians 3:19, NIV), is used by Paul to show that Christ embodies the love of God. In Ephesians 4:13, the fullness of Christ refers to that state of Christian maturity in which believers are “no longer . . . tossed to and fro and carried about with every wind of doctrine, and by the trickery of men, in the cunning and craftiness of deceitf ulplotting”(Ephesians4:14,NK
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THE PROCESS....
A Body Divided
“Now the whole world had one language and a common speech.”– Genesis 11:1
by Andrea Andrews Following the election results of our current President in November 2008, the black students at a Christian University in Texas awakened to find a noose hanging from a tree in
the campuses’ quad for all to see; the work of some disgruntled, yet Christian white students. Many who read this will be appalled by the statement, “Christian” white students’, but the fact is none of us is equipped to judge whether or not another is truly Christian simply based on the display of another’s actions. If this was the case, casting judgment, none would be inducted into the Body of Christ. It is virtually impossible to ignore the heightened measure of overt racism among God’s people in
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get it right, we continually ignore His direction to LOVE one another no matter what. When a Christian (no matter what ethnicity, creed, race or color) chooses to love another Christian of a different ethnicity, creed, race or color, they should never have to consider their own safety, longevity nor possible rejection as a result of their choice to honor God’s instruction to “be not unequally yoked”. If I’m not mistaken, this passage clarifies, “with an unbeliever.” God never said do not love them because they
do not look like you or come from the same background you do. The Almighty God is the One of INCLUSION – from the Samaritan woman to Jesus’ letters to the Seven Churches. No one was rejected from God’s love and no one ever will be. So, who are we to say who should be welcomed into the Body of Christ? Let us pray that The Lamb of God truly has mercy on us all in the Day of Judgment. Peace, Love & Blessings. www.theprocessc h r i s t i a n c ou n s e l i n g . c om
in having His fullness dwell in Christ and making peace through the blood of Christ by the process of reconciliation to Himself of all things. Although Paul has stated in verse 17 that in Christ all things hold together, here, he recognizes that there is still considerable disharmony in creation, hence the necessity for reconciliation and peace. Just as He is the agent through whom all things are created (v. 16), Jesus is also the agent through whom all things are reconciled (v. 20). In both cases, “all things” means the same. The verb “reconcile” is a translation of the Greek verb apokatallasso (ap-ok-at-al-LAS-so), which literally means, “to bring back a former state of harmony.” To understand this, one has to go back to the creation story in Genesis, where sin ruined the universe and destroyed the harmony that existed between God and His creation (particularly humanity and God) and between one creature and the other. The only obstacle that separates humans and God is sin (Isaiah 59:1-2), which causes enmity between them. But through the Cross, the obstacle has been removed in principle,
the work of reconciliation is accomplished (Ephesians 2:11-18; Romans 5:8-10), and peace is restored (Romans 5:1). The demands of the law have been met (Romans 3:25; Galatians 3:13) and harmony restored. The method of this reconciliation and peace is of great importance—through the blood of Christ—that is, the atoning sacrifice of the Son of God on Calvary. The importance of this process to the Apostle Paul is quite evident in the number of occasions he speaks of the blood of Christ in many portions of his letters (see Romans 3:25; 5:9; 1 Corinthians 11:25; Ephesians 1:7). It is necessary to mention the motive behind this process—the love of God for His creatures and His delighted pleasure (John 3:16; Colossians 1:19). A number of questions arise from verse 20. What does Paul mean by the phrase, “to reconcile all things . . . whether they be things in earth or things in heaven”? What is included? Does it include angelic beings: good and bad angels? Are lower animals included in “all things”? These questions are meant to challenge us to reflect individually and collectively.
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rifying YOU?” Lord God, we don’t want to just go through the motions or appearance of resting in YOU, we want to really rest in YOU! We don’t want to be hypocritical in our Faith, but we REALLY want to TRUST YOU! We truly desire to abide in “That Place” called “There” for there is where YOU command your blessings! Then and ONLY then, will we happy and fulfilled! Lord, we thank YOU, Bless YOU, Love You
this day and age and yet it is nothing new. We read one account after the other from Genesis to Revelation regarding the hatred of man’s own self… one Jew against another, one brother against another, one church against another…one Christian against another. In the past several months, as this persists, my own heart grows heavier and heavier. Tears flow from my eyes as I consider what the God who created us each and all must feel…Trying time and time again, with countless opportunities to SUNDAY SCHOOL ....
and Praise You in Jesus’ mighty name!!! Join us for our 1st Sat. Fellowship, February 2, 2013, 12:30 p.m. at the U S Bank Community Bldg., Crenshaw and Slauson, Los Angeles, CA. For additional information contact: Dr. Tonya Lewis, onefaith2007@aol.com, One Faith Fellowship, P. O. Box 56641, Los Angeles, CA 90056, www. onefaithfellowship.org, (323) 481-6724, or http://www. facebook.com/Dr.TonyaLewis
JV). The Father’s delight in the Son was evident even before the beginning of time (Psalm 2:7-8; John 17:5; Ephesians 1:9) and manifested itself repeatedly in Christ’s earthly ministry (Matthew 3:17; 17:5; John 12:28). So the fullness of God—His essence, nature, glory, and attributes and in accordance with God’s own delightful pleasure from eternity—is made complete and resident in Christ, who is the creator and redeemer and in whom all things are held together. The incarnate Christ is the total and exclusive revelation of God. “If you have seen me,” He says, “you have seen the Father” (see John 14:7). 20 And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven. Paul now turns our attention to the work of this exalted Son of God, in whom all the embodiment of the Godhead dwells—the reconciliation of all things through Him to Himself. The conjunction “and” (Gk. kai, kahee) denotes a continuation of the thought in verse 19 of God’s pleasure
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Sunday, January 27, 2013
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VIP $50.00
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Congresswoman Juanita Millender-McDonald Center - ABC Theater Door Open @ 4:00 PM
801 E. Carson St., Carson, CA 90745
Concert Time 5:00 PM
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