We are happy to be gathered together today in obedience to God’s word. Let us be expectant as we worship.
Christianpost.com news recently reported about a group of Baptist pastors in Shelby, North Carolina, who have raised the Christian flag above the American flag at their local churches? The pastors explain that the Christian’s ultimate allegiance is to God, not government or country. One of the churches has even launched a website (GodBeforeGovernment.org).
These pastors have a very strong point, because flags are very powerful emotive symbols. This was demonstrated by the recent controversy over the Confederate battle flag. The pastors’ actions remind Christians that our ultimate allegiance belongs to God. As Jesus said, “Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar’s, and unto God things which be God’s” (Luke 20:25). To put it simply, our ultimate loyalty must be to Almighty God.
In the Pledge of Allegiance our ultimate allegiance is clearly acknowledged: “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
If we analyze our pledge carefully, we will discover that we are declaring that the USA is under God. Therefore our ultimate allegiance should be to Him. His kingdom should take precedence over ours. For us to do otherwise would be to make our nation an idol. As true followers of Jesus Christ, our ultimate allegiance is to God. The early church understood this when they responded to the authorities of their day and said, “We ought to obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29)
SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK
1. NO BAPTISM CLASS
2. KING’S DAUGHTERS MEETING
Today, 6:00 p.m.
3. LUNCH HOUR HOTLINE/ WARFARE PARYER
Wednesday, 12:00 noon Lunch Hour Hotline
5:30 p.m. – Warfare Prayer in preparation for Outreach at Parson Garden Housing Community.
4. CHOIR PRACTICE
Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
5. OUTREACH NIGHT – PARSON GARDEN
Friday, 7:00 p.m.
6. PRAISE & ADORATION PRACTICE
Saturday, 6:00 p.m.
7. HOUR-OF-POWER PRAYER SESSION
Saturday, 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
8. NEXT SUNDAY
Worship & Ministry, 9:00 a.m.
Baptismal Class 5:00p.m.
Global & National Intercessors, 5:00 p.m.
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Condolences:
Apostle Edghill and Pastor Emily, along with the entire FEA family, express sincere condolences to the Sr. Hyacinth Wallace and family on the passing of their mother Sr. Ernie Zachariah, on July 16, 2015. Let us continue to bear them up on our prayers.
KINGDON MEN’S MINISTRY
PELAU SALE
Immediately after service.
$5.00 per plate.
KING’S DAUGHTERS OUTREACH
The king’s Daughters will be reaching out to the seniors by assisting them in a cleanup effort at Ebenezer Senior Home. King’s Daughters are encouraging anyone to join us in this Outreach effort. If you are interested please contact anyone on leadership team.
I’d rather have Jesus than silver or gold,
I’d rather be His than have riches untold;
I’d rather have Jesus than anything
This world affords today.
-Miller
Spanish Scripture: (Deuteronomy 8:11)
“Pero ten cuidado de no olvidar al Señor tu Dios. No dejes de cumplir sus mandamientos, normas y preceptos que yo te mando hoy.” – Deuteronomio 8:11 (NVI)
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MEDIA MINISTRY
World Overcomers: WSTA 1340 AM station: Sundays at 12:30 p.m. & Tuesdays at 6:00 a.m.
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Love the Giver more than the gifts!