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faith, and without that faith we cannot stand favorably in His sight. This is beyond interpretation. James 2:26 - For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead. True faith in God, and His Son Jesus Christ, results in good works. In the absence of good works our faith is falsified. You can't get around it: faith without works is dead. Hebrews 12:14 - Pursue after peace with all men, and after the sanctification without which no one will see the Lord. True Christians live their lives in the pursuit of peace and holiness and in the end they will see Jesus. This pursuit is the hallmark of salvation, and without it no one will behold the Lord. There is no other way to interpret this verse. John 14:6 - I am the way, the truth, and the life: no one comes to the Father, but by me. While not using the word "without," Jesus makes it clear that without Him we have no access to God. Some say there are many paths to God, but this verse makes it clear that there is only one path, and one interpretation. John 15:5 - I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me, and I in him, he bears much fruit; for without me you can do nothing. Christ is the source of our power. No amount of emphasis on personal effort and exercise of talent can change this interpretation. These are just a few of the many verses of scripture that are open to only one interpretation. ….Dr. Don 2016 May First Baptist 100 E. Pine Ave; Coldspring, Texas 77331; 936-653-4197 * 936-653-3620(fax) fbccoldspring.org * [email protected] Notes from Don the Baptist Did you know that the King James Version of the Bible has 31,102 verses? That's an average of 26 verses per chapter, and the two middle verses are Psalm 103:1-2. Some of these verses are difficult to understand and are open to interpretation. Others are easily understood and have no need of interpretation, but still there are those who try. This generally occurs when a particular verse conflicts with that person's own beliefs. An example of this is found in Ephesians 5:22-24 - Wives, be subject to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife, as Christ also is the head of the church, He Himself being the Savior of the body. But as the church is subject to Christ, so also the wives ought to be to their husbands in everything. After hearing this verse read in a Bible study, one woman asked, "As a woman, I struggle with this verse. Just because I am a woman, does Paul mean that God created me to be inferior?" This, and many other verses have led to hours of discussion with each side scoring points. There are, however, many verses in the Bible that need no interpretation. They may not always say what some people want to hear, but they say what they say, and no amount of interpretation or opinionating will change that. Let me share with you a few of these verses. As you read them, take notice that each one contains the word "without." In other words, there is no way to get around what is being said in the passage. Hebrews 9:22 - And according to the Law, one may almost say, all things are cleansed with blood, and without shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. The shedding of Christ's blood on the cross was a necessity for our salvation. You can't interpret it any other way. Hebrews 11:6 - And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him. We can't see God, so we must accept His existence by
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faith, and without that faith we cannot stand favorably in His sight. This is beyond interpretation.
James 2:26 - For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead. True faith in God, and His Son Jesus Christ, results in good works. In the absence of good works our faith is falsified. You can't get around it: faith without works is dead.
Hebrews 12:14 - Pursue after peace with all men, and after the sanctification without which no one will see the Lord. True Christians live their lives in the pursuit of peace and holiness and in the end they will see Jesus. This pursuit is the hallmark of salvation, and without it no one will behold the Lord. There is no other way to interpret this verse.
John 14:6 - I am the way, the truth, and the life: no one comes to the Father, but by me. While not using the word "without," Jesus makes it clear that without Him we have no access to God. Some say there are many paths to God, but this verse makes it clear that there is only one path, and one interpretation.
John 15:5 - I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me, and I in him, he bears much fruit; for without me you can do nothing. Christ is the source of our power. No amount of emphasis on personal effort and exercise of talent can change this interpretation.
These are just a few of the many verses of scripture that are open to only one interpretation. ….Dr. Don
2016
MayFirst Baptist
100 E. Pine Ave; Coldspring, Texas 77331; 936-653-4197 * 936-653-3620(fax)
fbccoldspring.org * [email protected]
Notes from Don the BaptistDid you know that the King James Version of the
Bible has 31,102 verses? That's an average of 26 verses per chapter, and the two middle verses are Psalm 103:1-2. Some of these verses are difficult to understand and are open to interpretation. Others are easily understood and have no need of interpretation, but still there are those who try. This generally occurs when a particular verse conflicts with that person's own beliefs.
An example of this is found in Ephesians 5:22-24 - Wives, be subject to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife, as Christ also is the head of the church, He Himself being the Savior of the body. But as the church is subject to Christ, so also the wives ought to be to their husbands in everything. After hearing this verse read in a Bible study, one woman asked, "As a woman, I struggle with this verse. Just because I am a woman, does Paul mean that God created me to be inferior?"
This, and many other verses have led to hours of discussion with each side scoring points. There are, however, many verses in the Bible that need no interpretation. They may not always say what some people want to hear, but they say what they say, and no amount of interpretation or opinionating will change that. Let me share with you a few of these verses. As you read them, take notice that each one contains the word "without." In other words, there is no way to get around what is being said in the passage.
Hebrews 9:22 - And according to the Law, one may almost say, all things are cleansed with blood, and without shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. The shedding of Christ's blood on the cross was a necessity for our salvation. You can't interpret it any other way.
Hebrews 11:6 - And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him. We can't see God, so we must accept His existence by
We are beginning the renovation of the playground area. It was discussed in the April business meeting and we realize that as the church is continuing to grow our current playground area is not able to safely meet the needs of our children. We are so excited about the growth in the AWANA ministry and in our Sunday school ministry. We are going to need help from the church as we begin this task.
1. We will have a work “morning” on Friday, May 6th. We need to get the existing playground equipment removed. We have some other jobs that need to be done that morning so we can be ready for a group of volunteers that will be here the next Saturday.
2. On Saturday, May 14th we will have a mission group here to work all day. They will be building a new fence around the playground, working on flower beds around the church, painting in some of the buildings, etc. We need to have things ready for them so their ministry day is as productive as possible.
3. The playground will be finished as funds are available. What that means is, we need people to give to the “building and grounds” fund so we can begin to build a safer and larger playground for our children.
Please be in prayer about helping in any way in this project. If you are willing to help with any of the work or planning please contact me at the church office or by email at [email protected]
We are changing our approach to choir with the desire to involve more people. We began in the month of April. Our next “monthly rehearsal” is on May 29th from 3:00 – 5:30pm. We have rehearsal CD’s available so you will have all month to listen and learn the songs. Please consider joining us in leading in worship. If you have any questions please contact me either at the office or by email. [email protected]
…by Paul Buchanan
Youth Camp
Our youth will be attending camp @Lake Tomahawk, June 11-14, 2016. The total cost is $175 if the deposit of $40 is paid by May 8. After May 8 the cost rises to $200. Forms are in the church office. Please contact me if you have any questions.
-sherry
Children’s MinistryGet Ready for VBS!
July 11-149 am - 12 pm
Grades K - 6th
Welcome to Expedition Norway, the Cross Culture VBS, where kids discover how God loves the world! Last year the Cross Culture VBS experience took us to Thailand. This year we head to Norway. During ths VBS experience your children will be surrouded by God’s Word, then the reality of God’s love gains new meaning and relevance to their everyday lives. They will have an amazing time trying out new games, songs, awesome experiences, and more, all inspired by the beautiful country of Norway!! It is our prayer at First Bapitst Church that through VBS God’s love will come to life like never before… touching lives, changing hearts, and drawing children closer to Jesus.
Please pray about volunteering in this year’s VBS program. We will need:. Crew Leaders. Bible Study Leaders. Experience Norway(Missions). Nordic Eats(Snacks). Fjord Fun and Games. CraftsIf you would like to volunteer in this VBS please contact me at the church for more information.Sherry Toland936-653-4197
For our Children’s Camp this year we are attending San Jacinto Baptist Association 2016 Boys and Girls Camp at Lake Tomahawk, June 14-18. The cost is $210 per camper with a $50 deposit due now. Camp cost goes up to $225 after May 15. This camp is open to boys and girls who have completed 1st through 6th grade. Registration forms are available in the office.
01 Laura PrigmoreLonnie Thomas
02 Billy Shotwell
03 Beth KincaidRoy Sanders
05 Joe BraddyJane FergusonBrad Street
06 Richard Smith
07 Lisa BellElaine Ward
09 Colton Rudloff
10 Clay CurrieKyle CurrieJim Kincaid
11 Sue Howard
12 Merle Dabney
15 Dawn BoringNeil Rosekrans
16 Jim JohnsonBreanna Whitten
17 Brent ButlerBob LeiskauLincoln PayneKlieta Mae Scheible 100th
18 Amy AndersonDee DoucetteDon Shannon
19 Rachael Buchanan
21 Owen Crawford
25 Donald RobertsGlenn Wirzberg
28 Lucy Gates
29 Ken BrunerPat Lehigh
MayBirthdays
Weekly ActivitiesSunday8:30 am Worship Service9:30 am Fellowship9:45 am Sunday School11:00 am Worship Service
Wednesday5:30 pm Youth (grades 7-12)
Thursday9 am – 4 pm Day of Prayer
May 201604 Angels in Action, 5:00 pm, Atkins Law Office05 National Day of Prayer06 Volunteer Work Day for Playground08 Mother’s Day14 5th & 6th Grade Mission Group from Spring, TX16 Church Council, 8:30 am, Fellowship Hall 17 Budget/Finance, 7:00 pm. FBC Parlor22 Baccalaureate Service, 7:00 pm, FBC Sanctuary25 Deacons’ Meeting, 6:00 pm, FBC Parlor29 Monthly Choir Rehearsal, 3-5:30 pm, Sanctuary30 Memorial Day (Office closed)
(See weekly bulletins and emails for updated information.)
Calendar of Activities
The Congregation Of
The First Baptist Church Of Coldspring, Texas
Invites You to Join Them
In Honoring
Dr. Don M. Shannon
On the Occasion Of His Retirement After serving forty-seven years
As Their Pastor
Sunday, June 5, 2016
A service of worship and celebration Will begin at 10:15 A.M. At The Church
followed By a Luncheon and Program
At Jones Hall In Coldspring
The Congregation Of
The First Baptist Church Of Coldspring, Texas
Invites You to Join Them
In Honoring
Dr. Don M. Shannon
On the Occasion Of His Retirement After serving forty-seven years
As Their Pastor
Sunday, June 5, 2016
A service of worship and celebration Will begin at 10:15 A.M. At The Church
followed By a Luncheon and Program
At Jones Hall In Coldspring
