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THE NEW TESTAMENT BAPTIST CHURCH OF BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA

Sunday Bulletin
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2013

THE STORY BEHIND JOY TO THE WORLD

This Christmas hymn is from Isaac Watts well-known hymnal of 1719, Psalms of David Imitated in the Language of the New Testament. Isaac Watts was the son of a schoolmaster, and was born in Southampton, England, on July 17, 1674. Even as a boy, Isaac Watts displayed literary genius and an aptitude for study. At the age of five, he was learning Latin; at nine, Greek; at eleven, French; and at thirteen, Hebrew. Isaac Watts wrote approximately 600 hymns throughout his lifetime. He is often referred to as the Father of English Hymnody. Joy is the keynote of the Christmas season because God invaded this world through the virgin birth. Psalm 98 is a song of rejoicing at the ways in which God has protected and restored His chosen people. The Psalm anticipates when Jehovah will be the God of the whole earth. Isaac Watts gave this passage a New Testament expression of praise for the salvation that began when God became incarnate as a Babe of Bethlehem and was destined to die for mankinds sin. Watts first entitled his text, The Messiahs Coming and Kingdom. Joy to the Word is a paraphrase of verses 4-9 of Psalm 98. In 1836, Lowell Mason, an American choir director, composer, and public school teacher, is thought to have re-arranged a portion of Handels Messiah to fit the words of Joy to the World. This adapted tune became known as the Antioch tune, and first appeared in Lowell Masons Modern Psalmist in 1819.

Bring a food item to share with other ladies. Ladies should also bring a gift for their Prayer Sister. If you do NOT have a Prayer Sister, bring an ornament to exchange with another lady. Please sign-up at the Welcome Center.

Secret Prayer Sisters Revealed Thursday, December 12 6:30 PMLower Level

Sunday, December 22, 6 PM $18/adult $7/ child (10 yrs, or younger) $50/family rate
Register & pre-pay at the Welcome Center

Church Family Christmas Dinner At the Atrium

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2013 10 AMSunday School 11 AMMorning Service

The Pastor is happy to hear from you. He can be reached at the church offices at (724) 282-2494 extension 5. His personal email is offices@VisitNTBC.com. Although the Pastor guards his time at home with his family, he would rather you contact him at his home, (724) 283-1464, than for him to be unaware of your emergency, or personal need. The Pastors cell phone number is (724) 496-1003. You may also text him at this number.

Thank you for choosing to worship at the New Testament Baptist Church of Butler. Our prayer is that your heart will be stirred for the eternal as we sing songs & hymns that direct your heart toward Christ and challenge you through the preaching of Gods Word. There are friendly people at our Welcome Center in the lobby who will gladly assist you with any questions you may have during your visit. Allow us to make you feel at home during your visit. Firsttime adult visitors and families are asked to visit our Welcome Center to receive a hospitality bag with a gift card to Chick-fil-A.

First Time Visitors

DO YOU KNOW WITH BIBLE CERTAINTY THAT HEAVEN WILL BE YOUR ETERNAL HOME?
Our Dilemma: We are, by nature, sinners who stand guilty and condemned before our Creator and Judge. In our thoughts and actions, we have disobeyed His perfect standards. We are sinners. For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God Romans 3:23. Our Inability: We are helpless to save ourselves. Forgiveness is a gift to be received, not a reward that can be earned. We need a Saviour. For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord Romans 6:23. Our Saviour: Because of His love for us, God provided salvation through His Son, Jesus. He became a member of the human family, lived sinlessly, and died on the cross to pay for our sins. Jesus is the Saviour! For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life John 3:16. Our Response: Salvation is an individual matter and requires a personal response on the part of anyone that wants to be saved. All who acknowledge their sin and place their trust in Christ are adopted as Gods children. Whisper a sincere prayer and invite Christ to save you. For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved Romans 10:13.

Parents with Infants & Young Children

Out of respect for your loved ones and those in attendance, we ask parents to use our clean & well -equipped nursery. This free service is available for newborns and infants (birth through 24 months). Your cooperation is needed and appreciated. Assistance is available at the Welcome Center. During the Winter months when our church does not have organized soul winning, our church family is encouraged to TAKE FIVE Gospel tracts and distribute them throughout the week.

Service Schedule
Sunday: 10:00 AM Adult & Childrens Bible Study Classes 11:00 AM Morning Preaching 6:00 PM Choir Practice 7:00 PM Evening Preaching Patch the Pirate Children Choral Clubs Wednesday: 7:00 PM Midweek Bible Study & Prayer Saturday: 10:30 AM Bus Visitation
724.282.2494

BUILDING PROJECT NEED

After a recent inspection of our roof, it was apparent that the churchs roof needed work. There are some areas of our roof that need immediate attention. Our church will need approximately $22,000 to reroof the church (not the new addition). Funds have already been received in the amount of $10,000 for this project. We need to raise the remaining $12,000 by the end of December. You can designate your financial gift on our giving envelopes by using the BUILDING FUND box.
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437 North Duffy Road, Butler, Pennsylvania 16001