Generous Heart Of A Disciple

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1 5756 Zachary Taylor Highway Mineral, Virginia (540) (phone) (540) (fax) Volume 36, Issue 2 February 7, 2016 Generous Heart Of A Disciple Pastor Lynn W. Beanum, Jr. reetings in the Miraculous name of Jesus, our Captain and Soon-coming King. I give thanks unto him for his loving kindness, grace and mercies. We as followers of Christ are generous to the extent we are transformed by and live in light of what God has done for us in the radical generosity of Christ crucified. We should be so blown away by God's radical love for us and the forgiveness that comes from the crucifixion that we give our hearts totally captivated by God and what He's done/[doing] for us. Generosity isn't a money thing; it's a discipleship and kingdom thing. We don't give to people or to church, we give to God, it's an act of worship ( sermons/2012/december/becoming-generousgiver.html). Paul said in 1 Cor. 13:1-10, If we speak with tongues of men and angels, and have not love, we are only a sounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If we have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, if we have faith that can move mountains, but have not love, we are nothing. We can give all we possess to the poor and our bodies to be burned, but have not love, we gain nothing. For love is patient and kind, it does not envy or boast, it isn't proud or rude and doesn't seek it's own; it's not easily angered and doesn't keep record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices in the truth. It always protects, trust, hopes and preserves. Love never fails, but prophecies will cease, tongues will be stilled, knowledge will pass away. For we know and prophesy in part, but when perfection comes, the imperfect will disappear. We are encouraged to follow the way of love. John 13:34-35, A new commandment I give unto you that you love one another as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this shall all men know that you are my disciples, if you have love one to another. 1 John 3:18-19, warns us not to love in words, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth. Valentine's Day should be celebrated year round, and will be when Christ is in our hearts. It brings joy to Him. Amen, amen and amen. Verse for the Month If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? - 1 John 4:20

2 A Word from Our Editor Love Lifted Me Praise the Lord, dear readers. I pray that the blessings you have claimed this year will overtake you like a storm. There is no need to worry, and no need to fret. God has never left you yet. The good news is, He never will! Have you experienced the Love of Jesus? Oh, how precious it is to be loved by God. The Love of God is amazing. It s a Love that will keep you, guide you and bless you all the days of your life. Let me try to express to you my experience with the Love of Jesus Christ. This Love will never turn me loose. When I wake up it s there. When I kneel in prayer it s there. When I run up against a test Elders Speak or a trial it s already there. To know that God has a handle on the tests, and a cover over my trials; even before the enemy hurdles them my way, brings peace to my soul. The Love of God preserves and lifts like nothing else can. The song, Love Lifted Me, by James Rowe says, All my heart to Him I give, ever to Him I ll cling. In His blessed presence live, ever His praises sing, Love so mighty and so true, merits my soul s best songs, Faithful, loving service too, to Him belongs. Love lifted me! This love (Jesus) came down and rescued me. The Love of Jesus is so powerful, it negates the enemy s best plot. Satan can not devise a plan to quench the Love of Christ. No wonder the word of God instructs us Love is Love When it s Given Unconditionally We say Praise the Lord to All. It s easy to say, I love You! But, to love someone regardless of how they look, act or where they come from is the true test. Our love should be unselfish as stated in Matthew 22:39, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. John 13:35, By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. John 15:12, This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. Romans 5:8, But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. John 15:13, Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Oh, how I love Jesus, just because He loves you and me. by: Sister Marilyn Silver to give thanks in ALL things! I d rather trust my creator than to bow down to the adversary. Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8). While keeping your eyes on Christ, let His love lift you higher; over your tests and over your trials. Let s love Him, because He first Loved us. We are His Valentine! by: Elder Clinton Porter, Sr. I love you Lord by Sis. Tara D. Lewis (submitted by Elder Clinton Porter, Sr. ) I love You Lord In my own special way And the Life I live Is for your glory The day breaks And the sun shines my way All I can think Is how You ve blessed me To start all over again Today, I ll praise you more Your word shall nourish me My prayers will never cease I love you Lord In my own special way And the Life I live Is for your glory My soul cries out to thee Hallelujah! I love you, Lord He Kissed Me Page 2 Temple of Deliverance, HCG, Inc. Newsletter

3 Temple Men Speak Greetings to you in the name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I hope your ministry is doing well. Even so ye, for as much as ye are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek that ye may excel to the edifying of the church (Matt. 22:14). For many are called but few are chosen. The Bible states in Matt. 18:12, How think ye? if a man have an hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray? This includes every Christian that is on meat. Hebrews 5:12 reads, Temple Women Speak by: Deacon Steve Robinson For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. Did you not know that this is the first principle of God? It seems like we don t care about the lost sheep. If you going to preach or teach to me, you must be doing these things. Love you in the Lord. by: Sis. April Sims Volume 36, Issue 2 - February 7, 2016 Page 3

4 Phyllis Brice, Brenda Ratcliff, Amanda Petey Lewis, Donnell Silver, Paul Lewis, Odellsie A. Smith, Theresa Brown, Joyce Simms, O Neal Johnson, Edward Johnson, James McGill, Geneva Talley, Joyce McGill, Nic Family, Lester Brent, Tracey Beanum, Laura Silver, Sean Smith, Shalita Madison, Kathy Brooks, Tanya Lewis & Family, Tina Smith, Eric Williams, A. Carter, Elmoe Johnson, Candice Anderson, Ben Marshall, James Harris, Melissa Harrison, John Pendleton, Jeremiah Adams, Antoine Washington, Olney Family, Kevin Shelton, Torri Wormley, Melissa Pendleton and Family, Charles Bailey, Linda Finn, GW Richardson, Anthony Brown, Daniel Hackett, Adriana Brown, Tremaine Skinner Beverly Brent, Marion Smith, Adriana Coleman, Steve Washington, Prison & Health Care Ministries, The Lost, TOD Church Family, COGATH Beulaville NC, Lisa Washington, Mrs. Hesstine Brown, Marion Green, Sherrie McEachin, Aaron F. Garris, Keisha Robinson, Hannah Coleman, Elton Wright, Charles McGhee, Bonnie Whaling, Annette Waldron, Brenda Milbourne, Earl D. Johnson, Mary Smith, John Carter, John Robinson, Jeff Williams, James Booker, Sr., Renard Willis, Dorothy Howard, Mary Rollins, Patricia Feaster, Grethen Pace, Alyce Anthony, Brenda Hall, Jean Cadiche, Edward Williams, Cindy Scott, Alika Davis, Rae Davis, Larry Coleman James 5:16 (KJV) Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Dedication to the Sick and Shut-In Submitted by Mother Ruby Beanum Jesus Is My Valentine Jesus is my Valentine; I talk to Him each day. He never, never leaves me; and always listens when I pray. Yes He is my Valentine; there is no love like His. He is the heart of all that is; for Him I breathe and live. He's a Valentine that never lies; never hurts or breaks. He always has forgiven me; for all my past mistakes. If you only knew my Valentine; You would love Him too. For His love is always perfect; His love is always true. So if your heart is longing; for a love that never ends. for someone that is faithful; you know you can depend. call upon my Valentine; He'll wash away your sin. He will be your Valentine; and your dearest, dearest friend. ~ Susan Y Nikitenko ~ Copyright 2012 All Rights Reserved Daily Bread: 1st Sunday January 3rd Eld. Robert Brice, Sr. Hebrews 3:1-4; Hebrews 12:1-4 "Before You Faint Consider Christ: Don't Do It!" 2nd Sunday January 10th Pastor Lynn Beanum Deut. 4:23 Don t Forget God Sunday Sermons January 2016 And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding. -Jeremiah 3:15 3rd Sunday January 17th Eld. Tim Williams Psalm 139:1-12, "Search Me, Oh Lord!" 4th Sunday January 24th Pastor Lynn Beanum No Service due to inclement weather 5th Sunday January 31st Eld. Jason Lewis Rev. 19:1-16 In The End We Win Page 4 Temple Of Deliverance HCG, Inc., Newsletter

5 Right Hand of Fellowship Temple Of Deliverance Happenings... poem was offered by Sister On Sunday, Florence Givens, entitled October 25, 2015, Preferring One Another and TOD was excited Letting it Go. Selections by New to welcome Bro. Beginnings and the TOD Darrin Coleman, Cathedral Choir edified the body Jr. with the Right of Christ. Sister Sierra Silver Hand of created and presented a touching Fellowship. Pastor 2015 Year in Review PowerPoint, Beanum See What the Lord has Done! introduced and Visiting Clergy and TOD s invited to feast with us spiritually Darrin Coleman, Jr. presented this Associate Elders shared inspiring and naturally. Please continue to blessed young man to the greetings that touched the hearts pray that God will always show congregation. He encouraged us of the congregation. Sister forth his grace and mercy upon to support and love Bro. Darrin, Michelle Smith led us in a medley us. Jr. as part of the Temple family. of uplifting songs unto the glory Water Baptism Our prayer is that he prosper in of God. Upon the confession of her the Lord as he experiences the faith, Sister grace and mercy of God s love. Aliveya Adams, We welcome Bro. Darrin, Jr. with received the open arms and congratulate him water baptism in and his family as they press on in the name of our the name of the Lord. Lord and Savior Watch Night Service Jesus Christ on A time set aside to Sunday, January remember that down through the 10, year Jesus was good to us and He Congratulations is yet faithful. Our service and may God lead and guide you commenced December 31, 2015 at as you journey on to know the 10pm; however, many arrived Our very own, Pastor Lynn Lord. Please continue to pray for early with great anticipation of Beanum, brought forth the Word Sis. Aliveya and her family. We the Spirit of the Lord meeting us of God in a sermonette titled, are so proud of her for this in the Temple. Our theme for the New Year, New Life. The important first step in her journey night was taken from Philippians scripture was found in Isaiah with Christ! 3:12-14 KJV, Not as though I had 43:18-19, Remember ye not the 2016 SOUVENIR BOOKLET already attained, either were former things, neither consider It is with great anticipation already perfect: but I follow after, the things of old. Behold, I will that we celebrate our 85th Church if that I may apprehend that for do a new thing; now it shall Anniversary on Sunday, which also I am apprehended of spring forth; shall ye not know it? September 11, We are Christ Jesus. Brethren, I count I will even make a way in the compiling a Souvenir Booklet to not myself to have apprehended: wilderness, and rivers in the commemorate 85 years of but this one thing I do, forgetting desert. He reminded us that God standing in the community as a those things which are behind, wants to bring out the best in us. light to draw souls to Christ. If and reaching forth unto those Pastor Beanum said, Buckle up, you wish to be listed in the things which are before, I press we are going with Jesus. The Lord Booklet, you may choose your toward the mark for the prize of is looking for someone to live for Page Size, Advertisement and/or the high calling of God in Christ Him. Don t worry about what your Congratulatory Message and Jesus. went on in Babylon, we have a submit it along with your Our Master of Ceremony, New Life in Christ. Our hearts payment. You may also make a Elder Jason Lewis, uplifted our did burn as the Lord poured out Special Donation of $500 or more hearts through words of His spirit upon us. to be listed in our booklet on the encouragement and praises unto God blessed our brothers Patrons List. Early bird the Lord. The atmosphere to prepare a natural feast for us submissions received on or reflected the gratefulness in the following the service. The sisters before April 1st will receive hearts of God s people. The were escorted to the dining hall 10% off the price of your fellowship was sweet and the for a tasty breakfast, cooked and page size. Refer to your service was blessed. A stirring served by the brothers. All were Pricing/Information sheets. Volume 36, Issue 2 - February 7, 2016 Page 5

6 Bible Questions Created with the help of Wordsheets - ACROSS not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne: Nor by the earth; for it is his footstool:... (Matt 5:34-35) 4....thou shalt the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt thy neighbour as thyself. (KJV Matt 22:37-38) 6. But the seventh day is the of the Lord thy God: in it thou shalt not do any work... (KJV Exodus 20: 10) 8. So God created man in his own. (KJV Gen 1:27) 9. And he gave some, apostles; and some, ; and some evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;... (KJV Eph 4:11) 12. Forasmuch then as we are the of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man's device. (KJV Acts 17:29) 13. Wherefore by their ye shall know them. (KJV Matt 7:15-21) 17. A soft turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger. (KJV Prov 15:1) 18. Behold, I will take the of Joseph, which is in the hand of Ephraim, and the tribes of Israel his fellows, and will put them with him, even with the of Judah, and make them one, and they shall be one in mine hand. (KJV Ezek 37:19) DOWN 2. Nevertheless neither is the man without the, neither the without the man, in the Lord. (KJV 1 Cor 11:11) 3. thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. (KJV Ex 20:12) 5. As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them... (KJV) Psalm 127:3-5) first cast out the out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote of they brother's eye. (KJV Matt 6:4) 9. Be ye therefore, even as your Father which is in heaven is. (KJV Matt 5:48) 10. And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one. (KJV John 10:16) 11. Father them; for they know not what they do. (KJV Luke 23:34) 14. in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all they ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct they paths. (KJV Prov 3:5-6) 15. Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find;, and it shall be opened unto you. (KJV Matt 7:7) 16. The first person to see the resurrected Christ. (KJV Mark 16:9) Jesus went unto them, walking on the. (KJV Matt 14:25) Page 6 Temple Of Deliverance HCG, Inc., Newsletter

7 Happy Birthday (February ) The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years. (Psalm 90:10) 1-Tim Williams 2-Ruby Moody 3-Vera Coleman 4-Pastor Lynn Beanum Robert Pope, Sr. 12-Travis Lucas Junius Marshall 13-Tara Lewis 16-D. Shirley Jenkins 17-Cortez Jones Yvonne Morris 19-Imani Lewis 20-Deante Anderson Happy Anniversary Resa Lewis 21-Chrystal R. Hall 22-Darrin Coleman, Jr. Robert Jackson Shamara Jackson Zoye Williams 23-Burnett Adams, Jr. 24-Robert Brice, Sr. Brea Dobson 26-Jane E. Johnson 28-Adriana Coleman (February) And they twain shall be one flesh: so then they are no more twain, but one flesh. (Mark 10:8) 2-Wilbur & Berlinda Robinson 14-Keith & Ebony Coleman 21-Paul & Lucille Lewis Volume 36, Issue 2 - February 7, 2016 Page 7

8 - Submitted by: Mother Ruby Beanum I f y o u know the LORD is keeping you, w h at You got to worry about? Temple Youth Speak by: Sister Deyonna Nelson Valentine's Day isn't about the cards, flowers, or candy. These materialistic affections can perish. The love of God is what's holding our bonds together, so let's learn to show our affection in a way that God will be pleased! God Bless and Happy Valentine's Day. Page 8 Temple Of Deliverance HCG, Inc., Newsletter

9 Joy in the New Year" (excerpts- Posted by Sharon ) How will you enter this new year, dear caregiver? Will you be able to face the new year with an attitude of gratitude and joy in spite of the challenges in your life and in the life of your loved one? Joy and difficult times can exist together. This is because joy is not the same as happiness which is dependent on perfect circumstances. In fact, I believe joy is often increased during difficult times in our lives. Read I Peter 1:3-9 for yourself, dear caregiver, and be blessed by the words there. This passage points out that those who love the Lord have been given a great hope, a guaranteed future, an eternal inheritance. Even now we are guarded and guided by our Lord and our faith until we will be with the Lord forever. You do not need to walk the caregiving walk alone, dear caregiver. The Lord wants to walk with you each step of the way. You can have communion with Him now. This is what can fill you with an "inexpressible and glorious joy," as you walk the difficult path of family care-giving. in everything going our way. It can only be found in the Lord and in fixing our eyes on Him. Everything else is temporary and of no ultimate value. Dear caregiver, I am not trying to downplay your heartaches and challenges today. I understand the discouragement of the overwhelming challenges and heartaches that often accompany family care-giving. I lived them. There are often times when you will not "feel" joyful. We need to be honest with the Lord about our negative feelings in those moments. In those moments, however, also look to the true source of joy, the Lord. This is a kind of joy that can't be psyched up in ourselves. It is also not a joy which can be faked by putting on an appearance. It is not a joy which can be found in superficial things or mycrazylifeasanavywife.blogspot.com Thanks to the many readers who have contributed to the Newsletter with your prayers, encouragements and finances! Donations may be mailed to: Temple Of Deliverance Newsletter Staff * 5756 Zachary Taylor Hwy * Mineral VA 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 tow ard Route 1 From 1-95 North: Turn right going tow ard Route 1 Stay on Route 606 until you reach the stop light. Cross over Route 1 on Route 606. Follow through to Snellintersects with Route 208 (Courthouse Road). Stay on Courthouse Rd for approximately 18 miles to Zachary Taylor Highway (Route 522). Turn right. Church is 1/2 mile down on right side. Volume 36, Issue 2 - February 7, 2016 Page 9

10 Temple of Deliverance HCG, Inc. Newsletter Sunday Schedule of Services Sundays - 10:00 a.m. - Church School 11:15 a.m. - Morning Worship NONPROFIT U.S. Postage PAID Louisa, VA Permit No Zachary Taylor Hwy * Mineral, VA Phone: Fax: newsletter@templeofdeliverancehcg.org 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. Change Service Requested Overseer Correspondent Editor Assistant Circulation Mail/Supplies Men Photographers Proofreading Women Youth NEWSLETTER STAFF: Pastor Lynn W. Beanum Mother Ruby Beanum Marilyn Silver Vera Coleman Cecelia Anderson, Janice Bullock, Marie Dobson Teresa Jackson, Doris Shirley Jenkins, Jean Marshall, Mary Porter, Sandra Wesley, Karen Williams Sally White, Rose Young, Major White Sylvester Silver Travis Lucas, Danna Lucas, Sierra Silver Marie Dobson, Sierra Silver Roberta Johnson Lynetta Watkins Generous Hear t Of A Disciple Temple of Deliverance February 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1st Sunday Newsletters Available Submissions are due on 2nd Sundays. 1st Sunday 3pm Youth Services as Announced 4pm Health Care & Assisted Living 2nd & 3 Sundays Friday Noon Day Prayer as announced :30pm Prayer Service Bible Study am TOD Youth Rehearsal 7-10am CS 11:15am MW Good Catch 3pm Youth Service Stay Focused and Stick With the Plan 8 9-7pm Play Rehearsal 10-7:30pm Prayer Service Bible Study am Cathedral Choir Rehearsal 6pm Caroline Prison Ministry 14-10am CS 11:15am MW CATHEDRAL CHOIR 4pm Health Care & Assisted Living Min. Building Fund Drive VALENTINE S DAY 15-Presidents Day 7pm Play Rehearsal :30pm Prayer Service Bible Study :30pm Sisterhood Prayer Fellowship 21-10am CS 11:15am MW Mass Choir Assisted Living Min. Nurse s Meeting 28-10am CS 11:15am MW UVOP Black History Month Program Scholarship Fund :30pm Prayer Service Bible Study am UVOP Rehearsal 12 Noon Play Rehearsal 12:30pm HOLD SUBJECT TO CHANGE SUBJECT TO CHANGE