WORSHIP SERVICES & BIBLE STUDIES

CONNECT with other people. Meeting in smaller groups help develop friendships.

EVERYBODY OUGHT TO GO TO SUNDAY SCHOOL! 

Last month I wrote that Sunday School as we know it started in the 1890’s.  Did you know that the concept of Sunday School is found in the laws given to Moses by God?  In Deuteronomy, Moses shares the laws of God with the Israelites in four major assemblies.  During the second address to the people, Moses lists the Ten Commandments which are recorded in Chapter 5.  In the very next chapter (v.4-7) Moses tells them: Listen…, the Lord our God is the only true God!  So love the Lord our God with all your heart, soul and strength.  Memorize His laws and tell them to your children over and over again. Talk about them all the time, whether you’re at home or walking along the road or going to bed at night or getting up in the morning.  (CEV)

Do you think God thought it important for us to share our knowledge of Him and His word to the next Generation?  He leaves no doubt about it.  This is the overriding message Dr. Woody Stevens shared with us at District Assembly.  We don’t have a choice if we want to obey God.  Before the laws of God were written down, they were shared by mouth from one generation to the next.  Genesis records that Adam lived long enough to tell about his face to face walk with God to eight generations.  Noah could have heard it directly from Seth, Adam’s son.  We don’t have an option as to whether we will have a strong Sunday School, Bible studies, or Continuing Lay Training in our church.  We have a responsibility.

In the coming weeks, we will be announcing various ministries and other opportunities of which each of you might be a part as we seek to share Christ with others.  The best of SDMI is not behind us, it hasn‘t even been thought of yet!

Do You Want To Obey Jesus?

You may have asked yourself, “Why should I be a Sunday School teacher or worker?”  In Mark 16:15 Jesus said “…Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone, everywhere.”  You might say, “But I’m not a preacher!”  Jesus was talking not only to his disciples but to each person who calls himself or herself a follower of Christ.  This is not an option but a command.  To help you fulfill Jesus’ command, we will have two classes for new workers on Sunday, August 12^th and August 19^th at 9 a.m. in room B14.  This class is for everyone 17 years of age and older.  As we expand our SDMI Program we will need more workers.  Come and be a part of this and see how God can use you to “Preach the Good News” right here at Old Hickory Church of the Nazarene.

---Joel A. Smith, Sr., SDMI President

REFUEL ... WEDNESDAY NIGHT MINISTRIES

FRIENDS—Our summertime program for all kids

OHYEAH! for teens  - A lesson time tailor-made for our teenagers and the issues they face.

Cafe 605 - This NEW small group study will help young adults connect with the word of God and apply it to their daily lives.

Exodus: Building a Nation - This adult study examines the intriguing book of Exodus and its role in the Bible.

Connecting with God's Family - From the Purpose Driven Life series, this men's and women's study teaches us how to connect with each other and God as we grow in grace.

A Praying People - This group meets together to study and pray each Wednesday.

You don't have to run on empty.  God can REFUEL you!  Colossians 3:16 says "Let the message of Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives!"  1 Timothy 1:14 tells us "Oh, how generous and gracious our Lord is.  He has filled me with the faith and love that come from Jesus Christ."  So what are you waiting for? Come REFUEL this Wednesday.

Join us for our final KAIROS Sunday Night Summer Series on August 12 at 6 p.m.  There will be a Church Appreciation Dinner with the service.  Click here to find out how to sign up for the dinner.

Morning Ushers

Evening Ushers