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tweet Whatever is… february verse the “But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, 5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.” (Ephesians 2:45) Kristen Torres Middle School Minister 205.795.7708 ktorres@ dawsonchurch.org Dawson Family of Faith 1114 Oxmoor Road Birmingham, Alabama 35020 205.871.7324 www.experiencedawson.com Dawson Middle School Ministry Find us on facebook Middle School & High School | February 12, 2012 A television talk recently aired a debate between evolution and creationism. During the debate one of the scientists said that Christians were unable to debate or to discuss the issue "intellectually." Contrary to popular belief, Christianity is not a mindless religion. Christianity has always encouraged education for the discovery of truth. Modern scientific study grew out of theology. The key word here is Truth! Truth is never opposite to God. Christians are to have minds that are alert, alive, active thinking minds. God invites us to "come and reason together." Christians' minds are to be "steadfast upon God" (Isaiah 23:6), which requires Holy Spirit empowered concentration. The powers of evil want to divert our concentration, busying our minds with less important and things keeps us from concentrating on the things of God—on Truth. Unfortunately, the world is doing an excellent job of cluttering our minds with the trivial. Scripture tells us: "Brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable if anything is excellent or praiseworthy think on such things." (Philippians 4:8). This is a command, not a suggestion. It’s like Paul’s shouting, "Think on such things!" We must do the mental work to concentrate on the things of God, at all times, in all things. The things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy are never counter to the things that we will involve ourselves today, this week, or any time. If there is something that we are doing that is in conflict with these good things, then we should stop doing it. Truth always directs our attention to God and glorifies Him. If it does not, it is not truth. God's perfect peace is granted to anyone whose "mind is steadfast on Him,." (Isaiah 26:3) Students, you are challenged to think on the things talked about in Philippians 4:8. Wake up each morning this week and commit your mind and your mouth to do what God has commanded here. Adapted from an article on A Pause to Ponder Dawson High School Ministry Brad Gowing Minster of Recreation 205.795.7741 bgowing@ dawsonchurch.org KIDS CONNECTION ! Students, please continue to bring items for Kids Connection, our spiritual & physical outreach center on Greensprings. Items need to be brought TO Kids Connection, not dropped off at the church. See website for details!
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“But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in
mercy, 5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.” (Ephesians 2:4-‐5)
Kristen Torres Middle School Minister 205.795.7708 ktorres@ dawsonchurch.org
Dawson Family of Faith 1114 Oxmoor Road Birmingham, Alabama 35020 205.871.7324 www.experiencedawson.com Dawson Middle School Ministry
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Middle School & High School | February 12, 2012
A television talk recently aired a debate between evolution and creationism. During the debate one of the scientists said that Christians were unable to debate or to discuss the issue "intellectually." Contrary to popular belief, Christianity is not a mindless religion. Christianity has always encouraged education for the discovery of truth. Modern scientific study grew out of theology. The key word here is Truth! Truth is never opposite to God. Christians are to have minds that are alert, alive, active -‐ thinking minds. God invites us to "come and reason together." Christians' minds are to be "steadfast upon God" (Isaiah 23:6), which requires Holy Spirit empowered concentration. The powers of evil want to divert our concentration, busying our minds with less important and things keeps us from concentrating on the things of God—on Truth. Unfortunately, the world is doing an excellent job of cluttering our minds with the trivial. Scripture tells us: "Brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable -‐ if anything is excellent or praiseworthy -‐ think on such things." (Philippians 4:8). This is a command, not a suggestion. It’s like Paul’s shouting, "Think on such things!" We must do the mental work to concentrate on the things of God, at all times, in all things. The things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy are never counter to the things that we will involve ourselves today, this week, or any time. If there is something that we are doing that is in conflict with these good things, then we should stop doing it. Truth always directs our attention to God and glorifies Him. If it does not, it is not truth. God's perfect peace is granted to anyone whose "mind is steadfast on Him,." (Isaiah 26:3) Students, you are challenged to think on the things talked about in Philippians 4:8. Wake up each morning this week and commit your mind and your mouth to do what God has commanded here.
Adapted from an article on A Pause to Ponder
Dawson High School Ministry
Brad Gowing Minster of Recreation 205.795.7741 bgowing@ dawsonchurch.org
KIDS CONNECTION! Students, please continue to bring items for Kids Connection, our spiritual & physical outreach center on Greensprings. Items need to be brought TO Kids Connection, not dropped off at the church. See website for details!
Ecuador missions trip
ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS & SENIORS: On May 25 -‐ June 2, a team of Dawson students will lead Vacation Bible School in central Ecuador. Steve and Carol Thompson, our
missionary partners will host the team. In addition to the V.B.S., the team will also do light construction/renovation in area churches. The cost of the trip is $1,400. If you or someone you know would like to know more about the project, please contact Ben Hale (Minister of Evangelism & Missions) at [email protected] or Boyd Kaiser (Trip
Coordinator) at [email protected]
Student ministry events
February 12 4:00 p.m.; Middle School MS Handbells meet in the SANCTUARY
March 16-‐19 7th-‐8th Grade; Choir & Other Sign up for WINSHAPE WEEKEND! Invite friends!
February 15 3:00 – 3:45 p.m.; MS “The Lot” for Homewood Middle School students
February 15 6:00-‐7:30 p.m.; MS & HS MS Youth Group and HS Underground
February 13 3:30 p.m.; Middle School Hip Hop; contact Kristen Torres for information
February 12 4:00 p.m.; High School Chapel Ensemble meet in the Choir Room
February 12 7:00 p.m.; Middle School Winshape Weekend/Choir Tour PARENT MEETING
February 12 5:00 p.m.; High School Chapel Choir meets in the Choir Room
February 12 4:45 p.m.; High School Chapel Handbells meet in the SANCTUARY
March 17-‐21 Beach Breakaway (9-‐12 Gr) Get pumped up! Brochure is in the mail!
March 4 High School (9-‐12th Grades) New building complete; move into new space!
February 12 5:00 p.m.; Middle School Middle School Choir meets in Room 356
February 12th Sunday; 5th Grade 5th Grade Pool Party; see postcard for details
March 4 6:00 p.m.; ALL FAMILIES New Building dedication service in the Sanctuary!
May 20 8:30 a.m. Senior Breakfast – For 12 Gr. & their families; Fellowship Hall
February 12 6:00 p.m.; ALL Perform for the evening service in the Sanctuary
March 4 High School (9-‐12th Grades) Start new Sunday School curriculum: Reality Check!
