Through Christ

by Dr. Paul Chappell

“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”

Philippians 4:13

The key to every great man or woman God has used has been a complete dependence on God.

A sign was once seen in a textile mill that stated “When your thread becomes tangled, call the foreman.” One day a lady who was newer to the mill found her thread tangled in the machinery. Not wanting to look incompetent and thinking the foreman would think badly of her, she sought to untangle the mess herself. But after several minutes of struggling with the thread, she gave up and reluctantly called the foreman. When the foreman saw the mess, he asked what she had done. “I did the best I could do,” she told him. The foreman replied, “No, the best you could do would have been to call me.”

The Best and Worst Uses of Twitter

by Cary Schmidt

This article was originally posted in Caryschmidt.com

I have written a couple of posts about twitter—why I decided to use it and things I’ve learned from the experience. Overall, twitter has been a positive experience, but not entirely. Here is a short list of the best and worst ways to use twitter:

The Best Uses of Twitter:

Encouraging Connections—Twitter is a great means of encouraging others and staying connected with helpful and strengthening relationships—friends, family, and ministry acquaintances—and what’s going on in the lives of others. I love following Pastor Chappell’s posts—they encourage me in a multitude of ways.  Hundreds of times others have strengthened and encouraged my spirit through their posts.

Edifying Words—Twitter is great for sharing quotes, scriptures, and principles that edify. I love following people whose hearts are obviously focused on spiritual matters and challenging subjects. Positive thinkers and spiritually minded people have a joyful heart and challenge me to be a better Christian.

Fathers’ Day Tribute

Father’s day is always a special day for us at the Bible Baptist Church. This year was “extra” special as a tribute was presented by the young people for the fathers. The tribute was simply entitled, “A Spiritual Father”.

I had the privilege of bringing the message from Joshua 24:14-15 on the characteristics of a spiritual father. We took time honoring the Lord for giving us men who, in spite the difficulties and trials of this present world, are faithful in rearing up “generational warriors” who’ll take the truth of God’s Word and give to the next generation.

I. THE DEVOTION of a SPIRITUAL FATHER – V14

A. A Heart that Fears the Lord –

1. Knows God – A Heart for God
2. Knows His Precepts

B. Serves the Lord

1. In Sincerity
2. In Truth

C. To God Alone – “put away”

II. THE DIRECTION of a SPIRITUAL FATHER – V15a

A. Away from the Crowd -

B. Toward God’s Plan -

III. THE DECISION of a SPIRITUAL FATHER – V15c

A. Starts with himself – “as for me”

B. Influences and Includes his family – “and my house”

C. Demonstrates Determination – “we will serve the Lord”

My Dad by John Schott

My Dad

A tribute by John Schott

(given during the memorial service)

My dad was a great man of God – a missionary who spent his life in faithful service to his Savior.  His list of accomplishments is long and impressive.  We honor him today for being that man of God and for faithfully carrying out his calling.

HEAVEN by Richard Schott

HEAVEN

a Message by Rev. Richard M. Schott
(December 2004)

To better acquaint you with this strange and wonderful country, a country where there’ll never be tears, heartaches, no sickness, no pain, no death, those who live there will never get weary, carry no burdens, will never grow old, no one says goodbye for there will be none of life’s disappointments there.

Abiding in Prayer

A message given to the Young People #1 last April 19, 2009

Text: John 15:5-8
Title: Abiding in Prayer
Introduction: There is only one way to overcome obstacles and that is through the Lord – Abiding in Prayer. Without Him we can do nothing.

Walking with Jesus in Soul Winning

Last April 15, I was privileged to speak at the all church camp 2009. Here is the outline of the message the Lord allowed me to give.

Text: Matthew 4:18-20
Title: Walking With Jesus in Soul Winning
Introduction: In verses 12 to 25, we see Jesus starting His earthly ministry. Christ established His church with the calling of the twelve. With that, they were also given their job descriptions, what they were to do. The 4 Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke & John) are also known as the synoptic Gospels – meaning telling one story from different angles.

Trust in the Lord

Trust in the Lord

Proverbs 3:1-7
(Message given in October of 2008)