At The Core for July 6, 2008

Let Freedom Ring!!! 

Lee Greenwood’s song “God Bless the USA” expresses the feelings that many Americans have about the United States of America.  Although the Atheist would disagree America is still “one nation under God”. Because of the bloodshed of American soldiers, Americans can worship God and express our heartfelt feelings for this savior that we call by the name of Jesus. 

America provides the freedom to worship the god of your choice or no god at all.  As Christians, there is only one God and that is Jesus.  Although this is probably not politically correct, according to St. John 14: 6, Jesus instructed his followers that “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me”. 

As Americans we can respect and tolerate those who have beliefs that differ or conflict with our Christian beliefs and values.  As Christians the choice is clear, Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, the great I AM, The Way the Truth and the Life.  According to Jesus the only way that we can get to the Father is through Him. 

Although there are many gods and deities that Americans can worship, only Jesus has promised heaven. Jesus said in John 14: 2, “In my Fathers house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you.  I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you until myself; that where I am there you may be also. 

As our families celebrate our Independence Day, let us not forget the men and women who stood for freedom and laid down their lives so that we could have the freedom to ask God to bless our country.  We are blessed.  As Christians, we still have to stand and fight for our Christian values so that we do not have those values eroded by our silence, passivity, or fear of not being politically correct. 

Yes there is something worse than being politically incorrect; it is losing our freedom to worship our Jesus.  Let Freedom Ring! 

Mitch Robertson        

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RECORD FOR JUNE 29, 2008

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Welcome New Member!  

            Anne Noblitt has expressed her desire to be a part of the congregation here at Central.  Anne resides at 1705 Nella Drive, Athens, Alabama 35611. Her telephone number is 216-6923.  Let’s all welcome Anne and let her know that we are glad that she has chosen Central to be her church home.

Life Groups  

The Life Group meeting times and locations for this Sunday, July 6^th:  

• Larry Adams - will meet here at the building in Room #217 at 5:00 p.m.

• Corum/Ward - will not meet this week.  You are encouraged to attend the Life Group of your choice.

• Andy Finchum – will meet at the home of Andy and Elissa Finchum at 5:00 p.m.

• Children’s Ministry - will meet here at the building in Room #138 at 5:00 p.m.

• Youth - will not meet this week because of their mission trip.  The youth are encouraged to attend Life groups with their parents.

• There is a worship service held here at the building in the auditorium at 5:00 p.m. led by John Bullington.  The topic is a study in the book of Romans.

Thank You!  

            Thank you, Central Family, for your overwhelming generosity during our special contribution last Sunday, June 29^th. We received $22,858.80 towards our goal of $23,000 to offset our current budget deficit.  

Friends and Family Day  

            Invite someone you know to Central’s Friends and Family Day” on Sunday, July 27^th.  We are working to make this a truly special event for our visitors, both those who may have previously attended Central as well as those who may be making their first visit to our congregation.  Bill Perkins will bring us the morning message as Central’s new minister.  Then following the Sunday School hour, we will meet together in the Church Life Center for a delicious Potluck Meal.  After our meal together, the young men of the congregation will lead our worship service in the auditorium and then we will be dismissed for the day.  More details will be coming soon about how you can help make this a great day at Central! 

Power Hour  

            Children ages preschool thru 3^rd grade are encouraged to attend “Power Hour” on Tuesday, July 8^th, here at the church building 10:00-12:00.

Central Kids for Christ  

            The 4^th, 5^th, and 6^th grades will meet at the building in Room #138 this Monday, July 7^th, 10:00-12:00 for activities.  Lunch will not be served.

Money Tree Bridal Shower  

            We will have a Money Tree Bridal Shower for Jeremy Lile and Nikki Hickman this Sunday, July 6^th, 1:00-3:00, here at the building in Room #138.  Jeremy is the son of Carl and Beverly Ward.  Money may be given to Susan Wales or Karan Baker.  Jeremy and Nikki are to be married on Saturday, July 26^th.

“The Silencing of God”  

Last Wednesday evening, July 2^nd, we began a video series entitled “The Silencing of God”, The Dismantling of America’s Christian Heritage by Dr. Dave Miller, the Executive Director of Apologetics Press.  This video series is an examination of the founding principles upon which this country was built and how we have digressed from what our forefathers intended for America.  Please make plans to be with us and invite a friend to join you.

Family Retreat  

The Central Family Retreat will be September 26-28 at Henry Horton State Park.  If you would like to be a part of the planning committee, please see Andy Finchum.

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