December 23, 2012

Volume 12, Number 52

A Gift to Live By
John 8:10-11 When Jesus had raised Himself up and saw no one but the woman, He said to her, "Woman, where are those accusers of yours? Has no one condemned you?" She said, "No one, Lord." And Jesus said to her, "Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more." We love gifts. We love to give em, and we especially love to get em. When we talk about gifts, we tend to center on those that are planned, packaged, wrapped, and given for a special occasions. No question; those are important gifts. The more abundant gifts are those that are found in the unprepared and the unplanned events of life. We find such a gift in a courtesy given. It is seen again and again. It is a door that is held, allowing you to pass easily. There is the driver that lets you into the line of pressing and busy traffic. You are lifted by the smile and word of encouragement from an overworked clerk. There are smiles, nods, simple greetings, and other ordinary actions. We may not even notice them all. Still, they are gifts. No matter how small they may seem, they are gifts that share what one person has by giving it to someone else. Perhaps the greatest gift that may be given to you is the opportunity to change your life for the better and forever. We tend to think that forgiveness is cheap. That means, we see it as nothing more than an quick statement of apology and a nod of passing. Real forgiveness is more. It is a vital gift of relationship. It is not just an answer to a prayer. It is the force that pulls you from your knees with the determination to be different and make a difference. As David said, Then I will teach transgressors Your ways, And sinners shall be converted to You. (Psalm 51:13). Jesus gave that woman (you and me as well) a gift to live by.
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Keep These In Prayer

Noah Adam Miller went home last week, and is doing well. Ashley Keenan MillsOne of the expected babies was lost, but the other one seems to be doing well at this time. Stephen Hopkins had gallbladder surgery on Tuesday. He and Cathy have gone to Africa to visit family. Riley Baldwin continues having surgeries about every six weeks.

Placing Membership Glenda Kelly 2833 S.W. 108th Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (405)394-3098Cell Glenda kelley57@yahoo.com Glenda has been visiting with us for some time. If you havent gotten acquainted with her do so right away. Brothers Keeper Groups New groups will begin January, 2013. Check to see which group is yours and enjoy the fellowship. There will be a few changes to help the program work with us more readily. Be a part . It is going to be a great Brothers Keeper year. Changes in Address: Make the following changes in your directory. Donald & Anita Worden 10905 Kristen Ct. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 Phone: (405)692-3492 and Michael, Kim, Anderson, & Ani Berry 100 SW 174th Oklahoma City, OK 73170 Guest Speakers: Today A.M.Brent Greenroyd P.M.Michael Berry

Homebound or Limited:
Jean Christian Lorella Wilson Aline McDaniel Don & Jo Hutton

God Is Good Always!

Happy Anniversary
Donna & Phil Schumann 12/27

Happy Birthday
No birthdays on the list for this week.

Announcements to Notice

Mens Breakfast: The next mens breakfast is scheduled for Saturday, January 26. end of the month singing night. Note: Any of the men who are presently teaching in our childrens classes, and would like to cease at the end of the quarter, please see Walter McFadden as soon as possible.

Wednesday Bible Classes On December 26, we will have our

Brothers Keeper Groups2013 Darrell is in the process of de-

veloping our groups for next year. If you desire to be a part of one of these fellowship groups, but did not get your name on the list, just see Darrel. He will make sure you are added

Visitation Update Group # 2 will be in charge of making visits

this week. Winter: As the winter months approach, the weather can be difficult at times. We are asking all members to be cautious if it becomes dangerous to travel from home. We will try to notify everyone in the event that services are cancelled due to weather. Reading Material: Take time to read the House to HouseHeart to Heart publication. Then share it with others.

Southern Ridge church of Christ

Income Statement Eleven Months Ended November 30 Actual Revenues: Contributions Building Rental Interest Income Expenses: Evangelism Missions Edification & Benevolence Utilities Building & Grounds Administrative Debt Service $346,959 300 66 347,325 93,971 53,375 14,725 22,698 66,251 26,542 53,106 330,668 $16,657 2012 Budget Variance $327,459 458 0 327,917 98,646 51,975 11,529 24,385 51,982 25,233 64,167 327,917 $0 $19,500 (158) 66 19,408 4,675 (1,400) (3,196) 1,687 (14,269) (1,309) 11,061 (2,751) $22,159 2011 Actual $325,972 0 0 325,972 88,379 52,225 9,935 22,806 47,083 24,820 65,599 310,847 $15,125

Profit(Loss)

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Scheduled to Serve Next Week (12/30/12)

Listen to Your Mother

Surely all of us have received, or maybe even given, this piece of advice at some time. The reason that this advice is noteworthy is because most mothers desire the very best for their children, and the advice they give, generally speaking, is advice that if followed, will benefit their child. Well, if its a wise thing to listen to your mother, how much more so might it be to listen to the mother of Jesus? Today, most of what is said about Mary, the mother of Jesus, is fictional, rooted in the imagination of men. But there is trustworthy information about Mary, and that is contained in Scripture. In fact, Scripture records a piece of advice given by Mary, that I think is noteworthy. With reference to her Son, she said, Whatever He says to you, do it. I dont know of any better motherly advice youll ever hear. Though given roughly 2000 years ago, that motherly advice is just as relevant and wise today as it was when it was first spoken. So do yourself a favor and listen to your mother. But beyond that, you would do well if you would listen to His mother as well. Steve Higginbothamvia. MerceMail
Ministers George King Dwain Thacker Darrell MacDonald Randy Vance Keith McDougal Russell Dyer

Announcements
Horace Phillips

Greeters
Sam & Donna Greenroyd Blue & Linda Suarez Randy & Linda Vance

Lord's Table (am) Prayers: Blue Suarez

Bill Fleming Brian Jaworski Dwight Andrews Max McDougal Dan Jolliff Bryan Ausmus Chris Scott J.C. Glidewell Don Worden Chad Bruner

Lord's Table (pm) Prayers (am)

Mark Hamm Wayne Haynes Sunday Sam Greenroyd

Prayers (pm)
Stephen Hopkins

Schedule of Services Bible Study Worship Worship

Wednesday 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
Deacons Michael Berry Joe Downs Bill Fleming Walter McFadden

Bible Study
Elders Kevin Keenan Horace Phillips Roger Scott Bill Sherman

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