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April 30, 2017

9:30 a.m. Bible Study

10:30 a.m. Morning Worship

S o u t h G e r m a n t o w n R o a d

C h u r c ho f C h r i s

S o u t h G e r m a n t o w n R o a d

C h u r c ho f C h r i s

S o u t h G e r m a n t o w n R o a d

C h u r c ho f C h r i s

3825 S. Germantown Road Memphis, TN 38125 (901) 309-9809

* Worshiping God in Spirit and Truth. * Listening to God through His Word. * Talking to God through Prayer. * Walking with God by living daily in His Presence and Purpose.

Sunday, September 25, 2016

South Germantown Road Church of Christ

3825 S. Germantown Road Memphis, TN 38125

901-309-9809 southgermantownr@gmail.com

Sunday Services

Bible Class 9:30 a.m. A.M. Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday

Bible Class 7:00 p.m.

Leadership

Minister Robert Randolph 901-305-4101

Elders

Lonnie Brownlee 901-857-1796

Leon Dickson, Sr.

901-461-9717

George Hilliard 901-409-0762

Deacons

Norris Fields, Sr. 901-785-3229

Baptisms

Eddie Hilliard, Sr. 901-346-1390

Building and Grounds

James Hubbard, Sr. 901-867-0530

Education Fellowship & Activities

Dedric Pearson 901-218-2094

Services and Youth

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April 30, 2017 Order of Service May 07, 2017

Larry Armstrong Opening Bernard Dickson, Sr.

Bernard Dickson, Sr. Song Service Larry Armstrong, Sr.

Christian Williamson Scripture Anthony Hilliard

Jermaine Shorter Prayer Alfred Dickson, Sr.

Robert Randolph Sermon Robert Randolph

Daron Hilliard Communion Jermaine Shorter

Alfred Dickson, Sr. Collection Anthony Carrier

Leon Dickson, Sr. Announcements George Hilliard

Anthony Carrier Closing Prayer James Greene

Willie Dillard James Hubbard

Responses

Charles Wray James Hubbard

Where We All Need to Be In Joshua chapters 3 and 4, the record of Israel's crossing of the Jordan River is describe. In chapter 5, it is recorded that the children of Israel encamped in the plains of Jericho in a place which they called Gilgal, because the Lord had taken away the disgrace of Egypt from them. Gary C. Hampton in his commen-tary, When God Ruled Israel, points out that five fascinating things that take place in Joshua 5:

"First, we learn that the kings of the Canaanites by the sea lost heart when they learned how the Lord had caused Israel to pass through Jordan on dry ground (5:1.). Second, the Lord required the Israelites to renew the covenant with him by circumcising all the males (5:2-9). Third, Israel kept its first Passover in the promised land (5:10-11). Fourth, God ceased providing the manna when the people had eaten of the fruits of the new land (5:12). Fifth, Joshua had a meeting with the captain of the Lord's host (5:13-15). This must have been the pre-incarnate Christ since he accept-ed worship from Joshua and instructed him to remove his shoes because he was on holy ground. He appeared with his sword drawn because he was ready to fight against the wicked Canaanites."

I want us to focus our attention on verses 13 through 15 of the fifth chapter. The children of Israel had also turned their eyes towards the conquest of Jericho, a mighty fortified city. It is at this time that Joshua is met by a stranger. The text reads,

13 One day, Joshua was near Jericho when he saw a man standing some distance in front of him. The man was holding a sword, so Joshua walked up to him and asked, "Are you on our side or on our enemies' side?" 14 "Neither," he answered. "I am here because I am the commander of the LORD's army." Josh-ua fell to his knees and bowed down to the ground. "I am your servant," he said. "Tell me what to do." 15 "Take off your sandals," the commander answered. "This is a holy place." So Joshua took off his sandals. (Contemporary English Version)

Joshua asked the captain of the Lord's army a very interesting question. He asked, "Are you on our side of on our enemies' side?" Perhaps many of us can identify with Joshua's question. Many times we are faced with challenges in life and wonder if God is on our side. Yet, the most intriguing part of this discourse is not the question but the answer the Lord gives Joshua. The answer given is a simple "Neither". Wow! What a sobering thought. David Guzik writes, "The question really wasn’t if the LORD was on Joshua’s side. The proper question was if Joshua was on the LORD’s side (Enduring Word Commentary)."

Therefore, the only "side" that matters is God's. If we are to conquer our greatest obstacles, we all must get on the Lord's side. It is also noteworthy to consider Joshua's challenge to the people at the end of his life. In Joshua 24:15, he said, "choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD." When the Lord's people move from God's side, divisive-ness and contentions can destroy the glorious victory, beautiful peace and lasting fellowship we have in Christ.

MAY

BIRTHDAYS Daron Hilliard—May 5 Shontay Hilliard—May 6 Kelsey Kelley—May 7 Billy Fulbright—May 9 Darius Williams—May 12 Tommyka Wise—May 12 Aaron Dickson—May 16 Mary Leonard—May 22 Wanda Rounds—May 26 Danielle Williams—May 26 ANNIVERSARY Michael & Denieka Kelley—May 4 Frank & Emma Newson—May 17 James & Cathy Greene—May 24

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

SUNDAY MORING BREAKFAST Please join us each Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. for coffee and light breakfast and fellowship. Let’s help make this initiative a rewarding one. GERMANSHIRE TEACHERS’ LUNCHEON VOLUNTEERS The Germanshire Teachers’ Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, May 5th at 11:00 a.m. Access to the building will be at 10:00 a.m. with setup. Yearly awards will be presented. Prepare to serve at least 100 Faculty and staff. See Dedric Pearson for more information. SISTERS’ FELLOWSHIP The Sisters’ Fellowship originally scheduled for Saturday, May 6th, is postponed until a later date.

BROTHERS’ COOKOUT The Brothers’ Cookout originally scheduled for Saturday, May 6th, is postponed until a later date.

MOTHER AND DAUGHTER LUNCHEON Mother and Daughter Luncheon is scheduled for Saturday, June 3rd, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The cost is free for members and $15 for guests. Please sign up early on the Involvement Wall if you plan to attend so that we can adequately prepare. See Geraldine Myers, Cathy Greene, or Yolanda Brownlee for more information.

“SGR MOVIE NIGHT”

AMONG THE CHURCHES

GETWELL CHURCH OF CHRIST invites you to their gospel meeting May 7-10 beginning 7:00 p.m. nightly.

JAMES ROAD CHURCH OF CHRIST invites you to their gospel meeting May 7-10 beginning 7:30 p.m. nightly.

AMONG THE FAMILY

Please pray for Shirley Johnson and family for the loss of her husband, David Johnson, who passed on Wednesday, April 26th. More details to come later.

A bridal shower will be held for Jessica Whitfield on May 13th, in the Activity Center from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. See Nancy Dickson for more information. TO OUR GUESTS If you are visiting with us today, we are happy you came. Please fill out a blue visitor’s card and place it in the offering plate so that we have a record of your attendance. We welcome you back at your earliest convenience.

April Anniversaries Eddie & Gloria Hilliard—April 8 Birthdays Justin Greene—April 2 Nicole Hilliard—April 7 Corine Griffin—April 10 Jenice Jackson—April 11 Rachel Randolph—April 11 Jan Richmond—April 12 Anthony Carrier—April 16 Tangie Dotson—April 16 James Hubbard—April 18 William Gray—April 18 Dorothy Hilliard—April 22 Kyra Kelley—April 23 Dedric Pearson—April 23 Kimberly Dickson—April 24 Toni Chatman—April 25 Rosa Bowen—April 29

The Seven Churches of the Book of Revelation Part 5

"Sardis: The Dead Church" https://goo.gl/JhYKml

Revelation 3:1-6 1 “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write, ‘These things says He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars: “I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. 2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die, for I have not found your works perfect before God. 3 Remember therefore how you have received and heard; hold fast and repent. Therefore if you will not watch, I will come upon you as a thief, and you will not know what hour I will come upon you. 4 You have a few names even in Sardis who have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with Me in white, for they are worthy. 5 He who overcomes shall be clothed in white garments, and I will not blot out his name from the Book of Life; but I will confess his name before My Father and before His angels. 6 “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”’

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