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T HE EDIF I ER “Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace,
and the things wherewith one may edify another” (Rom. 14:19)
Walnut Street Church of Christ Volume 51 May 16, 2021 Number 19
Where Do We Go from Here? A Bible class for Young Adults & College Age
led by Chris Hedge and Mark Holland Begins this morning - join us in room 412
Admiral William McRaven addressed the 2015 graduating class of the University of Texas. He gave 10 principles learned as a Navy Seal. #4) If you want to change the world get over being a sugar cookie and keep moving forward. Several times a week the crew would get uniform inspection. Just like making the bed, the standards were unbelievably high. No matter how polished your belt buckle nor how starched your uniform, it was never enough. If inspection was failed, the students had to run fully clothed to the surf zone, and while wet, roll around on the beach until every part of their bodies was covered in sand. This effect was called the “sugar cookie”. Some students struggled with the fact that the instructors were never going to let them succeed. They couldn’t accept that their uniform would never be perfect. Those students didn’t make it through training. “Sometimes no matter how well you prepare, or how well you perform, you still end up as a sugar cookie. It’s just the way life is sometimes.” If we were to describe God physically, at first thought we might want to say impossible. But where the description does exist, rest assured it came from God Himself. We are told God has hands to hold us, lead us, guide us, and protect us (Psalm 139). We are told He has eyes that see us, ears that hear us, and a heart that breaks for us (Psalm 51 and 55). We are told He is the Father, the heavenly father, by who else, but our Lord Jesus. He assures us, “your heavenly Father feeds” (Matthew 6:26); “your heavenly Father knows” (Matthew 6:32); “your heavenly Father gives” (Luke 11:13); “your heavenly Father forgives” (Matthew 6:14). In anticipation for this Sunday's Senior Sunday and the recognition of our graduates Sunday evening, there is no better message to gain in youth than the certainty of the place of God's rule in our hearts. He is the one seated on the throne of heaven, and His deity is matchless. For a time
in life when everything is changing, what better message to share and to remind the young heart of your loved one, God is always heaven, and always ready to help His creation. His desire is to feed your needs; His deity knows your deepest need, and He wants to give you according to your need. Above all, God in heaven wants to forgive you of all your sins and forever fellowship with your soul. Regardless of the difficulties we face, or how well we prepare and meet struggle, our God is above all things As we share in this transition of life for our young people, we will also hear a word from our elders on the transition of our building project; the progress and prayerful plans of this next chapter in the life of our church family.
Prayer Requests • Josh Lewis, who suffered a broken vertebrae from a bike
accident • Oscar Perez, who has been diagnosed with cancer • Lynn Mathis, who is recovering from heart surgery • Marie Sawyer, who has returned home from rehab • Anita Moore, who is undergoing tests • Claudene Lovett, who has returned home from NHC • Wayne Heflin, who moved to NHC for rehab • Jolene Clifton, (mother of Beverly Spicer) who is at home
under hospice care • Lloyd Nash, (father of Bart Nash) who is in Horizon Medical
Center battling pneumonia • Dr. Mani Pagidipalli, (FHU alum, missionary in India and
friend of Pete and Cheryl Peterson) who has requested prayer as the people of India are suffering from a severe Covid-19 surge
Family News
Those of our number who are expectant mothers:
Christina Daniel (5/18) Farrah Lowery (5/14); Marilyn Sensing (9/15)
Note of Thanks: We want to express our deepest appreciation for all of the food, calls, texts, prayers and visits in the recent passing of my mom, Sharon Reed. We are truly blessed with a thoughtful and loving church family. Your love and support does not go unnoticed. Thank
you and God bless each one of you.
All In Christian Love,
Smiley, Kristen and Blake Greer
Thinking of You
Lynn Mathis
Spotlight on Education
The Sunday morning
auditorium class is learning
from the Gospel of Luke. This
class is led by Steve Baggett,
Gaylan Brown and
Ted Williams.
Ken Southerland leads a
class entitled “Fundamentals”
Sunday mornings in
room 105.
Paige King
Server Appreciation
Each year we take a moment to honor those who serve us in our local restaurants. Next Sunday, May 23, we will have cards available for you to take with you as a
way to offer appreciation from our church family.
Be sure to pick one up at the Welcome Center! Bride-elect of Austin Gray
Saturday, May 29 from 10-11 AM
Paige is registered at Target, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Amazon and Pampered Chef
She is the daughter of Brandon & Crystal King
Join us for a drive-by bridal shower honoring
Camp Applications
Young Men’s Leadership and Young Ladies’
Spiritual Growth Camps are coming soon! Pick
up an application at the sign-up desk today.
Deadline to sign up is May 30.
ELDERS
MINISTERS Steve Baggett……Fam/Education Alan Ragan ....................... Youth
Bud Lambert……...….Counseling Larry Snow………...Involvement
Dr. Bryan McAlister…………Pulpit Bob Spencer………...…...Youth
Office Contact Information 201 Center Avenue, Dickson, TN 37055
Office: .................. 615-446-2909
CareLine: ............. 615-446-1909
Counseling: ......... 615-375-8021
Counseling Cell: .. 615-975-2395
Fax: ..................... 615-446-5265
Childcare: ............ 615-441-3410
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More Opportunities to Learn about Jesus
Search for Truth - Dickson Local Cable Channel 19
(Sundays 12 PM, Tuesdays 11 AM, Thursdays 11 AM)
WWW.STUDYJESUS.COM/WWW.ESTUDIAJESUS.COM: Stats YTD: 111.860 visits through 5/10
StudyJesus.com can be found in religious books section of iTunes
Walnut Street Church of Christ Mission Statement
Manifesting the fruit of the spirit, proclaiming Christ to the lost and serving mankind to the glory of God.
Today, 5/16: Senior Recognition Night
Monday, 5/17: Girls’ Night Out (7-8:30 PM)
Tuesday, 5/18: Loft closed
Wednesday, 5/19: Senior Roast in the auditorium following Bible classes
Thursday, 5/20: Loft closed
Friday, 5/21: Graduation reception
Gaylan Brown ........ 446-9909
Gary Brunett .......... 887-1227
Bobby Cathey ........ 446-9216
Joe Corlew ............ 289-1855
Robby Harmon ...... 289-1938
Tim Hogue ............. 319-6714
Brian Ragan ........... 414-4529
Tim Spann ............. 943-7248
Bob Spencer .......... 446-3882
Ted Williams .......... 446-6441
Make plans to attend our annual graduation reception on Friday, May 21 as we celebrate the following Walnut Street
seniors:
Jean Marie Anderson, Anna Cherry, Taylor DeLoach, Cooper Fowlkes, Jenna Gillson, Ben Givens, Emma Jones, Olivia Littleton,
Connor McAlister and Jasper McClure
Senior Recognition Night Tonight at 6 PM
Join us for a reception this evening
following the recognition
Senior Roast Wednesday, 5/19
Graduation Reception Friday, 5/21
All 6th-12th grade girls are invited to...
Girls’ Night Out! Monday, May 17 from 7-8:30 PM in the
Fellowship Hall (enter the Chestnut Street doors right off of
the Fellowship Hall)
Invite a friend!
Welcome ......................................................................... Joe Corlew
Song Leader.................................................................. Steve Leach
Song # 8 ...................................... Let Every Heart Rejoice and Sing
Song # 243 .............................................................. Our God Reigns
Song (screen) .................................................................... Sanctuary
Prayer...................................................................... Jeremy Spencer
Song # 76 ..................................................................... Lamb of God
Lord’s Supper Meditation - Jude Spencer
Lord’s Supper
Song # 747 ............................................ Sing On Ye Joyful Pilgrims
Scripture Reading—1 John 3:16-23 ........................... Joseph Brown
ANCHORED IN CONVICTION:
MY LITTLE CHILDREN Bryan McAlister
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Song # 286 ................................................. Wonderful Story of Love
Announcement - Brian Ragan
Song (screen) .............................................................. Light the Fire
Prayer...................................................................... Wendell Morgan
Welcome ........................................................................ Joe Corlew
Song Leader ................................................................ Steve Leach
Song # 103 ................................................. He Has Made Me Glad
Song # 464 ......................................................... Because He Lives
Prayer ....................................................................... Roger Chester
Song (screen) ..................................................... Lord, Reign In Me
(Children up to 2 years go either to the nursery or child care hallway,
children 3 to 3rd grade go upstairs to Bible Hour)
Scripture Reading—Mark 16:15-16 ....................... Jeremy Spencer
WHAT A PANDEMIC Alan Ragan
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DON’T TELL ME Bob Spencer
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Song # 539 ............................................................... Higher Ground
Senior Recognition
Song (screen) ......................................................... Hilltops of Glory
Those wishing to take the Lord’s Supper may go to the chapel during this song.
Prayer ....................................................................... Joseph Brown
Everyone is invited to a reception in the Gathering Room
honoring our seniors following the dismissal prayer.
Check in with us today!
SUNDAY MORNING - MAY 16, 2021
Counters for May
Sunday AM - Larry Snow
Sunday AM Bible Class - Alan Ragan
Sunday PM - Larry Snow
Wednesday PM - Ricky Hardin
Wi-Fi log-in information:
WSCOC-Guest
Godsfamily201
SUNDAY EVENING - MAY 16, 2021
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