LET S GO TO MATURITY THIS YEAR

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1 PASTOR LYNN W. BEANUMB EANUM,, JR. J 5756 Zachary Taylor Highway Mineral, Virginia (540) (phone) (540) (fax) Volume 31, Issue 2 January 1, 2011 LET S GO TO MATURITY THIS YEAR Pastor Lynn W. Beanum reetings in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, the captain of salvation, and soon-coming King. We gladly give thanks to Him, for allowing us to come into a New Year, with new challenges and opportunities to right all our shortcomings from last year. We now have more mercy and grace to amend our relationships with God and our fellowman, leaving everything that's not like God in last year. For the coming of the Lord is nearer now than it was last year. Now is the right time to leave the elementary teaching about the doctrine of Jesus Christ, and go on to maturity this year; not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God, instruction about baptism, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. And God permitting, we will do so. Mature Christians should be teaching new Christians the basics. Then, acting on what they know, the mature will learn even more from God's word. Rather than arguing about the Scriptures, we need to depend on Christ and live effectively for him (Heb.6:1-2). Commitment is an essential part of our faith; we cannot be a Christian simply by affirming the right doctrines or agreeing with the biblical facts. We must commit our mind and heart to Christ. Right actions are the natural by -products of true faith. A genuine Christian will have a changed life. Faith without deeds doesn't do anyone any good it is useless. James's teachings are consistent with Paul's teaching that we receive salvation by faith alone. aul emphasizes the purpose of faith is to bring salvation. James emphasizes the results of faith: a changed life. He condemns acts of favoritism. Often we treat a well-dressed, impressive-looking person better than someone who looks shabby. We do this because we would rather identify with successful people than with apparent failures. The irony, as James put it, is these supposed winners may have gained their impressive lifestyle at our expense. They find it difficult to identify with the Lord Jesus who came as an humble servant. Are you easily impressed by status, wealth, or fame? Are you partial to "the haves" while ignoring the "have-nots"? This attitude is sinful. God views all people as equals, and if He favors anyone, it's the poor and the powerless (James 2:1-2). Let's follow God's example this year and receive more fresh oil of His anointing to break every yoke of Satan is my prayer this year as never before...amen. Verse for the Month Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. (II Corinthians 13:11)

2 Reflections on 2010, Plans to Do Better in 2011 Sister Deborah Adams, Editor ear Friends, As I sit here thinking about the new year, I am reminded of the many lessons the Lord taught me through my experiences this past year. As I was putting together a puzzle, the Lord spoke to my heart that this is the way it is with our lives. Sometimes we have many pieces of our lives scattered about. We need Him to help us to put the pieces together properly. When they all fit together, He can overshadow us with the blessings He has planned for us ( For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future Jer. 29:11 NIV). When my mother had surgery last month, the peace of God came over me like a glove fits a hand, and the Lord taught me that sometimes He speaks to us by giving us peace about a situation that is about to occur ( And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus, Phil. 4:7). I received a Christmas card in my with an illustration of Santa Claus coming down the chimney and numerous presents falling in behind him. Even through this illustration, the Lord taught me that is the way He wants to bless us, with blessings poured out and overflowing ( And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, See Deut. 28:1-14). I took time to inventory my life this past year, how I handled the many situations that confronted me. I passed some tests; and I failed some tests. I encourage you to take time to reflect on the past year. Think of the many lessons learned through everyday experiences. Think of how your walk with the Lord has been, how you have treated people, how you conducted yourself on your job or in school, what you liked about yourself in 2010, and what you did not like about yourself. Did I love unconditionally? Did I forgive? Did I pray and fast regularly? Did I thank God in spite of everything I went through? Reflect on 2010, and then Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. God is doing a new thing! (Is. 43:16) Reflect, and then plan to do better. The year is gone, finished, past. We cannot reclaim it or undo it. If tomorrow dawns, it will bring new opportunities. Let's move forward, knowing that God already inhabits the future. May God help us to learn from our mistakes but not dwell on them, and not rest on our accomplishments in this past year, but use them to further His work through us. Let us not quarrel with those who injured us last year. Can we allow the LORD to lead us in His paths and help us see His mighty works this new year? Happy New Year with Love, Sister Debbie Just One Request --Unknown Author A Word from Our Elders Dear Master for this coming year Just one request I bring: I do not pray for happiness, Or any earthly thing I do not ask to understand The way You lead me, But this I ask: Teach me to do The thing that pleases You. I want to know Your guiding voice, To walk with You each day. Dear Master make me swift to hear And ready to obey. And thus the year I now begin A happy year will be If I am seeking just to do The thing that pleases You. Sunday Sermons: December 2010 Submitted by Sister Florence Givens And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding. December 5, st Sunday Pastor Beanum There s No Condemnation in Christ Romans 8:1 December 12, nd Sunday Pastor Beanum Strive to Enter into God s Kingdom Matthew 18:1-4 December 19, rd Sunday Elder Robert Brice "Joy to the World, for the Lord Has Come: Jesus is Here Psalm 96:1, 97:1; Matt. 2:10 December 26, th Sunday Pastor Beanum Be Not Deceived I Corinthians 6:8-9 Page 2 Temple of Deliverance HCG, Inc., Newsletter

3 Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place. Phyllis Brice, Antoine Washington, Brenda Ratcliff, Chaya Smithers, Amanda Petey Lewis, Joshua White, Lillie and Donnell Silver, Paul Lewis, Odellsie A. Smith, Clarence Houchens, Theresa Brown, Joyce Simms, O Neal Johnson, Burnell Woodward, Edward Johnson, James McGill, Geneva Talley, Joyce McGill, Clara Porter, Nic Family, Lester Brent, Tracey Carter, Laura Silver, Sean Smith, Shalita Madison, Warren Houchens, Jr., Kathy Brooks, Wilbert Wormley, Jr. & Sr., Tanya Lewis & Family, Tina Smith, Evelyn Keep Watching by Connie Campbell-Bratcher To closely follow the Shepherd We must always watch and pray, And meditate upon His Word As we walk with Him each day. Satan comes as a roaring lion, Seeking whom he may devour Sometimes as an angel of light, Leading souls into the mire Keep Watching. Watch lest ye yield to temptation And begin to go astray, Losing sight of your dear Shepherd, And stumbling along the way. In the flesh, we are just so weak, Porter, Eric Williams, A. Carter, James Coleman, Lucille Cook, Mother Ruby Beanum, Elmoe Johnson, Mitchell Anderson, Jr., Mike Mason, Beverly Sheldon, Jeremy Richards, Candice Anderson, Askia Pierre, Ben Marshall, James Harris, Melissa Harrison, Nikki Drain, LaSonya Fox, John Pendleton, Tammy Raines, Fannie Holmes, Jeremiah Adams, Olney Family, Kevin Shelton, Teka King, Monica Bumbrey, Torri Wormley, Audrey Perkins II, Darlene Jones, John McCartney, Shalita Brown, Debbie Randell, Reggie Silver, Leigh Stringham, Diane Ellis, George Richardson, John Cody, Phil Sherran, Nikki Lindell, Betty Woolfrey, Evelyn Anderson, Arthur Byrd, Cheryl Wormley, Shalanda Fox, Lucille Lewis, Pablo Moreno, Rebecca Davis, Jennifer Wenet, Steven Mitchell, Don Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Ware, Ms. Charley- Mae Singleton, Patty Griffin, Mary Wormley, Candyce Morris, Charles Jenkins, Lorren Bald, Peggy Wilson, Racheal Abeerly, Melissa Pendleton and Family, Charles Bailey, Linda Finn, Prison & Health Care Ministries, The Lost Dedication to the Sick and Shut-In Submitted by Mother Ruby Beanum Yet God s Spirit dwells within, And if we ll pray and keep watching, We ll never fall into sin Keep Watching. Jesus Christ is coming again Soon we ll meet Him in the air; Let us be strong and stand fast, friend, Till we join our Saviour there. No man knows the day or hour, But it s in the Father s plan, And this one thing we know for sure Our Lord is coming again Keep Watching. Our Daily Bread Jesus said, Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh And what I say unto you, I say to all, Watch. (Luke 21:36; Mark 13:35, 37) Directions to Temple of Deliverance 5756 Zachary Taylor Highway Mineral, Virginia From I-95, take the Thornburg Exit (#118). From I-95 South: Turn left going toward Route 1 From 1-95 North: Turn right going toward Route 1 Stay on Route 606 until you reach the stop light. Cross over Route 1 on Route 606. Follow through to Snell [intersects with Route 208 (Courthouse Rd.)]. Stay on Courthouse Road to Post Oak -- turn left on Courthouse Road. Stay on Courthouse Road for approximately 15 miles to Zachary Taylor Highway (Route 522). Turn right. Church is 1/2 mile down on right side. Happy Birthday! (January) 5 - Jason Lewis 6 - Mary Porter Terry Williams 7 - Berlinda Robinson 8 - Theodore Hudson Arielle Winn 14 - Wade Jackson, Jr Tzion Lucas 25 - Janet Carter James Lewis Kadedria McIntosh 27 - Jade Johnson Vernice Necy Moody 31 - Katherine McIver HAPPY ANNIVERSARY (January): 3 - Thomas & Cynthia Yates 9 - Henry & Hannah Coleman Thomas & Rosetta Hunter 10 - Josephus & Florence Givens 13 - Pastor Lynn & Mother Ruby Beanum 14 - Lewis & Josephine Alsop Henry & Pam Coleman 31 - Vernon & Lisa Robinson Volume 31, Issue 2 January 11, 2011 Page 3

4 Ready for a New Year By Deacon Matthew Pendleton reetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Happy New Year and we do hope that you had joyful holidays. Just think back; it has been ten years since the year two thousand came in, when many had anxiety as to whether or not the world would come to an end. Some thought the rapture would have taken place; others thought we would be in The Great Tribulation Period. But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my father only (Matthew 24:36). Ringing in the New Year is a celebration of newness. It is a time of renewal. Let s strive to make this year a better year than last year by reflecting on the past year. Did you accomplish all that you had set out to do? If you didn t, set out to complete those tasks if you can, but let s not dwell on them. Prepare to welcome a new year in your life with joy and wonderment, not dread of things yet left undone. Setting new goals will give you even more to look forward to in this year, and undoubtedly take a huge weight off your shoulders. Preparation to leave this world that is destined for destruction is imperative! The way out is not a vehicle designed by the minds of men, but a plan of God. Let s use this year to prepare to be ready to meet our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God bless. Again, Happy New Year! Deacon Matthew Christian New Year s Resolutions How can I use the New Year To better serve my Lord? I ll read my Bible every day, And be more in accord. I ll find new ways to serve others; I ll love my neighbor, too. I ll focus on "give" instead of "get" In everything I do. I ll forgive the people I m mad at; Angry feelings I ll discard; I ll try to love my enemies, Even though it s hard. In the new year, I ll lift people up, Instead of putting them down. By Joanna Fuchs I ll fill my heart with love and joy, And never wear a frown. I ll let go of my worries; I ll put it all in His hands; I ll repent and try to sin less, And obey all His commands. These new year s resolutions Are difficult, at best, But there s something I can do each day That will put my soul at rest: I ll love my Lord with all my heart, With all my mind and soul, And if I do that essential thing, All the rest will be in control. New Year Resolutions By Sister Lynetta Watkins It s that time of the year when we all start thinking about New Year resolutions...losing weight, exercise and maybe working harder. For this year, let our resolution be to pray continually, read our Bibles daily, and fast weekly, so that we can keep more of a spiritual focus than a natural focus. Times are getting closer to the coming of the Lord and we need to be His example. Let this be the year of WWJD in our thinking and talking, and continue to keep God first and seek Him always. Happy New Year! Love, Sis. Lynetta Page 4 Temple of Deliverance HCG, Inc., Newsletter

5 Help others. Admit it when you are wrong. Promote Christ at every opportunity. Present yourself in the best way possible to serve as an example. Yield not to temptations. Never think an unkind thought of others. Endeavor to work harder for the Lord. Weed out your bad habits with God s help. Actions for the New Year If you will practice the following actions during the next 365 days, you are certain to have a happy new year. Yearn and pray for peace. Earnestly desire a stronger relationship with Christ. Attend church regularly. Resolve to give your all for Christ and His Church. Message on Marriage: 7 Love Agreements for Married Couples Today #5. RESPECT: I will not act or speak in a way that demeans, ridicules, or embarrasses my spouse. Excerpt from The 7 Love Agreements by Douglas Weiss, Ph.D. SPECIAL DONATION Please find enclosed my donation of $ to assist in the following: Please cut out and mail to: TEMPLE OF DELIVERANCE HCG, INC. Attn.: Finance Department 5756 ZACHARY TAYLOR HIGHWAY MINERAL, VA Volume 31, Issue 2 January 1,2011 Page 5

6 Laugh More in the New Year! For the Lord will not cast off forever: But though he cause grief, yet will he have compassion according to the multitude of his mercies. (Lamentations 3:31-32 KJV) The joy of the LORD is your strength (Neh. 8:10 NIV). When you are a caregiver, laughter becomes essential to your survival. Doctors have studied the effects of laughter on the immune system and discovered that laughing lowers blood pressure, boosts immune function, produces a general sense of well-being, and reduces stress hormones. Laughing also triggers the release of endorphins, the body s natural painkillers. With all these positive results from laughter, it is not surprising that God mentions laughter so many times in the Bible. Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, The LORD has done great things for them (Psalm 126:2 NIV). Not many have faced as much adversity as Job. However, even in the book of Job, the LORD speaks of laughter: He will yet fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy (Job 8:21). Maybe this year you will commit to laughing more. Rent a funny movie and check out a funny book from the library. Ask God to show you the laughter in those situations that would otherwise get you down. I find myself laughing a lot, because I have discovered how much better I feel after a good laugh. You may have to find a friend who will call you to share funny stories with you when you really need to laugh. Thank You, Father, for caring about me and wanting me to laugh. Thank You for making laughter so good for my soul and my body! If you know a caregiver who may need some support... reach out and give it to them. They need care as much as the person they care for does, because caregiving takes a toll on a person s energy physically, emotionally and spiritually. Thank you! PRAYER REQUEST To: Temple of Deliverance Family Please pray for me and agree with me for: The effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. (James 5:16) Please cut out and mail to: TEMPLE OF DELIVERANCE HCG, INC. Attn.: Prayer Requests 5756 ZACHARY TAYLOR HIGHWAY MINERAL, VA Page 6 Temple of Deliverance HCG, Inc., Newsletter

7 WORD SEARCH Enemy is Defeated and Overcome: I John 4:1-6 AMP BELOVED, DO not put faith in every spirit, but prove (test) the spirits to discover whether they proceed from God; for many false prophets have gone forth into the world. By this you may know (perceive and recognize) the Spirit of God: every spirit which acknowledges and confesses [the fact] that Jesus Christ (the Messiah) [actually] has become man and has come in the flesh is of God [has God for its source]; And every spirit which does not acknowledge and confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh [but would annul, destroy, sever, disunite Him] is not of God [does not proceed from Him]. This [nonconfession] is the [spirit] of the antichrist, [of] which you heard that it was coming, and now it is already in the world. Little children, you are of God [you belong to Him] and have [already] defeated and overcome them [the agents of the antichrist], because He Who lives in you is greater (mightier) than he who is in the world. They proceed from the world and are of the world; therefore it is out of the world [its whole economy morally considered] that they speak, and the world listens (pays attention) to them. We are [children] of God. Whoever is learning to know God [progressively to perceive, recognize, and understand God by observation and experience, and to get an ever-clearer knowledge of Him] listens to us; and he who is not of God does not listen or pay attention to us. By this we know (recognize) the Spirit of Truth and the spirit of error. Submitted by Mother Ruby Beanum E V I E C R E P Y S P U T D R P R O V E B E L O N G C E E Y O E N O G R L U T U O E V E F R F A I O A R E T N C E Z L Y H I N R R C S H F O S I E L M I M R O E T H E R E N S A C O B E M E A N S P T G H U N O N F E T F T S T A O I N I L C O A M L M V A N C B N N K F O C L O W O R K E B A C K U J M E S C O F V R G R H R W R S E K E R N R A E A T G F A C T I R W E K K H I D R E V O C S I D J V H T U R T P R O P H E T S T O H P A Y S H W H E T H E R AGENTS ANNUAL BELONG BELOVED COME CONFESS DISCOVER DISUNITE ECONOMY ERROR FACT FAITH FALSE FLESH GONE GREATER KNOW MORALLY OVERCOME PAYS PERCEIVE PROCEED PROPHETS PROVE RECOGNIZE SEVER SOURCE TEST TRUTH WHETHER QUESTION FOR THOUGHT In His model prayer, Jesus taught us to pray, Lead us not into temptation, but. (Answer next issue) Last Issue: Isaiah. (Isaiah 7:14) Volume 31, Issue 2 January 1, 2011 Page 7

8 Calendar of Events - January 2011 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun., January 9: NEWSLETTER ARTICLES DUE 2 MW: Pastor Beanum pm Prayer Service & Bible Studies 1 Happy New Year s Day!! 6 7 Noon Day Prayer 8 10 am Mass Choir & TOD Youth Rehearsals 6 pm Caroline 9 MW: Pastor Beanum Communion 4pm Health Care Center Ministry pm Prayer Service & Bible Studies 13 6 pm Coffeewood Prison Ministry 14 Noon Day Prayer MW: Eld Lewis pm Prayer Service & Bible Studies Noon Day Prayer am YAC Rehearsal 23 MW: Pastor Beanum pm Prayer Service & Bible Studies Noon Day Prayer am TOD Youth Rehearsal 11 am Play Rehearsal 30 5th Sunday Union (Location TBD Contact Church for further info) 31 Temple of Deliverance HCG, Inc. Newsletter 5756 Zachary Taylor Hwy. Mineral, VA Phone: Fax: todhcgnewsletter@yahoo.com Sunday Schedule of Services Sundays - 10:00 a.m. - Church School 11:15 a.m. - Morning Worship Address Correction Requested NONPROFIT U.S. Postage PAID Louisa, VA Permit No. 10 NEWSLETTER STAFF: Overseer Pastor Lynn W. Beanum Correspondent Mother Ruby Beanum Editor Deborah Adams (deborahadams1@yahoo.com) Assistant s Vera Coleman Marilyn Silver Circulation Cecelia Anderson Janice Bullock Doris Shirley Jenkins Sandra Wesley Sally White Rose Young Contributor Florence Givens Mail/Supplies Major White Men Sylvester Silver Photography Leroy Middleton Proofreading Tracey Carter Mary Porter Women Roberta Johnson Youth Lynetta Watkins «AddressBlock» Temple of Deliverance HCG, Inc. Newsletter Published monthly to encourage, enlighten, and inform, spreading the good news of Jesus Christ that men, women, boys, and girls may come to know and to love the God of Salvation.