DR. MARK BAILEY • AUGUST 5, 2012

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COLOSSIANS 4:2-6

True Christianity Made Personal

Praying for Others as They Share the Gospel •Howshouldwepray?

Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2

To prayer ... we should be _____________________

In prayer ... we should stay ______________

Through prayer ... we should express our _______________________________

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6

•Forwhatshouldwepray?And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message,

so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. Colossians 4:3-4

For those God has called to the ________________________

For the ________________________________ only God can provide

For the _______________________ to make Jesus the issue

Living for Others as We Share the GospelBe wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.

Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt,so that you may know how to answer everyone.

Colossians 4:5-6

•Livinglife________________

•Usingtime________________________________

•Speakingtoothers_________________________

•Answeringquestions_______________________

Social Life Church Life Home Life Work Life Personal Life

3:1-15 3:16-17 3:18-21 3:22-4:1 4:2-6

But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answerto everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.

But do this with gentleness and respect ... 1 Peter 3:15

Local OutreachMIDDLE EAST MEDICAL MISSION TRIP Attention nurses, pharmacists, physicians, EMTs, physical therapists and all medical personnel: On Oct. 18-28, CCBC will sponsor a medical mission trip to the Middle East. Only six spots are available. For more information please contact Danella at DanellaH@christchapelbc.org.THANK YOU, CHRIST CHAPEL! Due to the generosity of our church fellowship, over the last several weeks over $18,000 was raised to send kids to camp, as well as $7,000 for uniforms. Please pray that God will use these funds for Kingdom purposes.

Answers to blanks: devoted, alert, gratefulness, front line, opportunities, boldness, wisely, redemptively, gracefully, carefully

Coming upAT CHRIST CHAPEL

MIGHTY MEN SMALL GROUPS Real men. Real groups. Real life change. Find a group at www.ccbcfamily.org/men under the “Small Groups” tab. Contact Ben at BenB@christchapelbc.org or 817-546-6178.

Men

ChildrenCOME AND GET ‘EM! 1) A CD of Kids Kamp Music composed by our own Casey Taylor and Brian Kieta; 2) a DVD showing all the Kids Kamp dramas and highlights; 3) memory verse flash cards for age four through Elementary as we hide God’s words in our hearts! Find these free resources at the Info Desk in the Great Room or in your child’s class.

Soul Care

Women

General

REDEEMED HEART RECOVERY Mondays from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Winsor Building;Tuesdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 8:30 a.m.in the Soul Care Conference Room. Please join us if you’re interested in recovery from any addiction, obsession, compulsion or idolatry in a Christ-centered, supportive environment.

feature our past presidents’ favorite hymns and includes a sing-along. And as usual we’ll have a great meal, too! Contact Kassie at KassieM@christchapelbc.org or 817-546-0170 to RSVP by Aug. 23. Don’t forget to bring a favorite salad, side dish or dessert to share.CHRIST CHAPEL IS LOOKING FOR a full-time Live Video Production Director. If you have experience in live video production and know your way around switchers, routers, cameras and duplication equipment, please email your résumé to Kevin at KevinP@christchapelbc.org.FALL COUPLES’ RETREAT Join Dr. Doug and Patty Cecil for a “Reconnect, Rekindle, Renew” retreat at Stillwater Lodge in Glen Rose, Sept. 7-9. Cost is $295 per couple. It is sponsored by Life Stage 5 but open to any age. Register at www.ccbcfamily.org/events or in the main office through Aug. 19. Packets are available at the Info Desk on Sundays, or call Linda at 817-546-2518.LIFE STAGE 6 IS GOING TO BRANSON Sept. 12-15! Cost for the all-inclusive trip is $750 per person, with deposit due TODAY. Our days will be filled with fun shows, good meals, games and laughter. Questions? Contact Carolyn at 817-781-7531.2013 ISRAEL TOUR Dr. Doug Cecil will lead another group to Israel, June 11-21, 2013. The trip fills up quickly and there is usually a waiting list. A downloadable e-brochure containing all the information you need is at www.ccbcfamily.org/events.THE PERK IS OPEN on the first floor of the Link Building! If you’re looking for a great place to relax with a cup of coffee or grab a quick bite to eat during the week, visit The Perk on Sundays, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m.; or Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. We offer breakfast pastries, fruit, salads, sandwiches, tea, specialty coffee drinks and free Wi-Fi.JOIN US THIS FALL in our Next Generation Children’s Ministry as we continue to serve kids with the greatest story ever told, week after week! Are you ready? For details, email Donna at DonnaF@christchapelbc.org.

WOMEN IN THE WORD BIBLE STUDY “Wise Up! Successful Living from the Book of Proverbs” on Thursdays, Sept. 6 through Nov. 15 at 9:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary or 7 p.m. in the Oak Room. To register, go to www.ccbcfamily.org/womenintheword or stop by the Women’s Kiosk. RSVP for Children’s Ministry with Donna at DonnaB@christchapelbc.org.

FREE TICKETS FOR CHRIST CHAPEL’S live performances of “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” are available in the Great Room and online at www.ccbcfamily.org/events. Choose from showtimes on Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m., or Saturday, Aug. 18 at 10 a.m. Please note that the Friday evening show is now standby seating only.INTERSECT SUMMER SERIES FOR LIFE STAGES 2 AND 3 CONTINUES Money. Sex. In-laws. We’re tackling the toughest issues with a Sunday series designed to help you strengthen your marriage. “Deal With It!” runs TODAY through Aug. 12 at 10:45 a.m. in the Oak Room. We’ll have group discussions, teaching and panel Q&A times.LIFE ACADEMY Two classes TODAY at both 9:15 and 11 a.m. in the Link Classrooms (2nd floor). “What Makes the Good News Great?” is taught by Ken Miller and explores what Jesus’ life, death, burial and resurrection really accomplished for us as believers. “What Is the Bible and Why It Matters,” taught by Dr. Don Burgess, gives an overview of the entire Bible, providing a glimpse of its authorship, key themes, inspiration and inerrancy, and why it matters for life today. Throughout the year we’ll offer a variety of Sunday morning classes in three categories: Bible, Theology and Spiritual Life.EXCEL 6:30 p.m. TODAY in Fellowship Hall West. We’re 30-something singles meeting for fellowship and Bible study.THE GATHERING 6:30 p.m. TODAY in the Chapel. In your 20s? Come and dig deeper into the sermon with us.THE FAMILY BACKYARD next Sunday, Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. will feature a Charlie Brown theme. We’ll have a bounce house and other fun activities, pizza and ice cream sundaes in the Great Room after the 5 p.m. worship service. It’s our last Backyard of the summer, so don’t miss it!BAPTISM CLASSES for children (grades 3-6) and adults will be offered Sundays, Aug. 19 and 26 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. These are required for baptism at CCBC. If you oryour child are ready to prepare for this next step in your spiritual walk, RSVP to BrendaT@christchapelbc.org (817-546-0819) for children’s classes, or contactAdelaideR@christchapelbc.org (817-546-0827) for adult classes.LIFE STAGE 6 PRESIDENTS, POTLUCK AND PRAISE Friday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m. in the Oak Room. A presentation by Ed Spann will