There was a sweet, sweet spirit among our congregation as we met to worship the Lord. Pastor Mark Abney brought the message “Simon the Magic Man and the Holy Spirit”. His sermon text was Acts 8:9-25. Simon was a famous sorcerer who astonished people with magic. He had many followers until Philip preached the good news of the Kingdom of God and multitudes of men and women believed and were baptized. Simon believed and stayed with Philip seeing signs and wonders being performed. Simon, who only believed with a head knowledge of Jesus, wanted to “buy” the Holy Spirit so he could become greater. Philip told him to repent and ask forgiveness for his heart was not that of a Christian. As believers we receive the Holy Spirit when we receive Jesus Christ as our Savior and make Him Lord of our life.
The following people are in need of prayer: Anna Myrtle Hansen, Gary Johnson, Phyllis Richey, Mel Gatsy, Sandy Castle and Alyson Paul. God is faithful to answer our prayers. Pray without ceasing.
Celebrate Recovery meets every Sunday evening beginning at 5:30 pm with supper. At 6:30 pm large group worship starts and then at 7:30 pm small groups meet. The lesson for last week focused on grace. G – God’s gift, R – received by our faith, A – accepted by God’s love, C – Christ paid the price, E – everlasting gift. “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works so that no one can boast.”, Ephesians 2:8-9. Have you received God’s grace? Join us at CR on Sunday evenings.
We cordially invite you to worship with us at Calhoun Baptist Church where we are striving to live, share, and tell the story of Christ. Come along beside us, grow in your knowledge of the Lord, and find your place in His work. Sunday School starts at 10:00 am with a class for every age. Then join us for worship at 11:00 am.