The Encourager. Front Royal Church of Christ 140 W. 15th St. Front Royal, VA Date: July 16th, 2017

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1 The Encourager Front Royal Church of Christ 140 W. 15th St. Front Royal, VA Date: July 16th, 2017 FrontRoyalChurchofChrist.com Welcome Visitors: We are glad you have chosen to worship with us today! You are our honored guest and we will not request you to do anything in the services except worship God with us. Please fill out one of the visitor s card and place it in the collection plate or give it to a member here. If you would be interested in receiving our bulletin online please state that on your card today. Also, don t forget to sign our guest book in the foyer. Let us know if we can be of help to you in any way. God Bless You!! Sunday Service Times Sunday Bible class 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Sunday Evening 6:00 pm Wednesday Evening Service Time 7:00 pm SimpleBibleLessons.com Minister Stephen Smith ministerfrcoc@gmail.com

2 Irene Heishman 94 years old, with heart failure. Frank Couto, Anita Farris s father is in poor health. Roger Jenkins, battling cancer. Marty Jones, has had open heart surgery, is doing as well as expected. Jamie James, motorcycle accident. Gloria VanArsdall, has been moved to room Brookside. Fred Cooley, heart surgery on July 27th. The Fallen: all who have fallen away from the Lord. Our nation and lawmakers. If a name or names have been in the bulletin for more than 3 months. That name or names will be removed unless asked to keep them in the bulletin. To make room for new names. Those that are homebound : Larry & Audrey Herring John Woodall Those battling with cancer: Blaine Tewalt Nancy Barnes, Ryan Denharat, Sandy Holzhauser Vita Torres Roger Himelright Viola Menefee Jeff Pingley Betty Martin Wendy Willoughby Elaine Appleton John Taylor Continue to pray for: Bobby Jo Henderson Pop Funk Kimberly Wines Kenny Henderson Jr. Lee Mynard Ruth Martin Hazel Clark Ruth Brooks Our missionaries. Heather Dawn Scott McCool Sharon Jenkins Amy Hartley Sharon Derflinger Gloria Van Arsdall Carson Van Arsdall Joel Jones Dr. Tripp Bradd Jamie Shell Tim Gunter Doug Ritenour Josie Steed Travis Bost on USS George H.W. Bush For all branches of the Military. All law enforcement officers and all first responders.

3 A Bridal Shower Tea for : Miss Abigail M. Diaz will be given at the home of George and Maureen Diaz on July 22nd at 2:00 pm. All the ladies of the Front Royal, Church of Christ are invited too attend. Please RSVP before the 15th Also a bachelor gathering for: Jacob Lichliter see George Diaz for details. Card from Doug Ritenour is on front BB. Sunday evening after services is a great way to get to know one another! From now on, the Sunday PM meals will be whatever you want to bring and share. Come and enjoy the fellowship. Relay For Life please leave items in Blue Tote in Front Foyer. Aluminum Cans, Ink Cartridge, Plastic Cola Caps or Pull Taps in Plastic bags. Art & Cindy Candenquist 7/3 Kelly & Susan Clark 7/22 Food Pantry Needs Instant Potatoes Adopt a Soldier mission is still going on, please check your list for what to bring for shipment. Need a list, see Tenia. July Birthdays Cinday Candenquist 7/1 Deborah Baleskie 7/2 Kristie Tewalt 7/7 Hayden Tewalt 7/21 Jeanie Lichliter 7/21 Dylan Callaway 7/25 School Supplies are needed for our area schools. Box in foyer for supplies. Thanks Servers for July 16th If you are unable to serve, it is your responsibility to find a replacement. Peter Diaz Art Candenquist Rex Callaway Wilson Diaz Song Leader Eugene Tewalt A M Tim Tewalt P M

4 The Word of Truth Part II By John B. Jenkins Disappointments at the Judgement! Many religious people will learn, to their dismay, that we must have more than an inclination toward worship to be accepted in that day. Too much activity of our day is based upon the false premise that just so one believes in God he can do as he pleases in religion. The authority of Christ in all matters pertaining to our salvation is ignored, and the will of man is followed. But the Jews, in Jerusalem on the Pentecost after our Lord was raised from the grave, were religionist who believed in God. (Acts 2:5). They had assembled there from every nation under heaven to keep a religious feast. (Deut. 16:16). Yet they had the gospel, the power of God unto salvation (Rom. 1:16) preached unto them. They were instructed to repent and be baptized for the remission of sins, (Acts 2:38) and no person is prepared for the judgment whose sins have not been remitted. The Eunuch from Ethiopia had been to Jerusalem to worship (Acts 8:27). Although he had travelled many miles, the Old Law with which he was complying had been blotted out (Col.2:14) and he had to hear the gospel and obey it. God dispatched Philip from Samaria in order that this religious man might hear of Christ. (Acts 8:26-39). After he had completed his obedience in baptism, he resumed his homeward journey with rejoicing. Cornelius was also a devout man, who feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God always. (Acts 10:2). Yet he was not saved. (Acts 11:14), and had he failed to comply with instructions to send for the apostle Peter, he would have been turned away at the judgment despite his religious deeds. The fact that these religious people, along with Saul, Lydia, and others who were worshippers of God, had to obey the gospel in order to be saved demonstrates to us that merely being religious is not enough. The world is filled with religious people but, are they ready for the judgment. (Romans 10: 1-3). In the passage from Matt. 7:22-23 Jesus stated: Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, in thy name we have prophesied'. They will claim to have worked for the Lord and will still be lost. To prophesy means to teach, or sometimes to foretell. Many are teaching in the name of Christ today who are teaching the doctrine of man (Matt. 15:9). Surely anyone who would pervert the gospel of Christ must admit that they have been warned of the disastrous results of such action. (Galatians 1:6-9). In thy Name we have cast out devils they will continue. Too much preaching is done just to get men to cease their meanness. A man is not a Christian until he is a new creature! He is a new creature when he is in Christ. (II Cor5:17), and baptism is the act of obedience which put us into Christ. (Romans 6:3; Galatians 3:27). To much of modern preaching omits baptism altogether, thereby stopping short of making a new creation of man. The result is that they only succeed in casting out devils from those who cease some sinful practice after hearing such preaching. And in thy Name have done many wonderful works', they will add. Wonderful by whose standards? Have they won the acclaim of men? Jesus then states that He will order their departure from his presence as workers of iniquity. All Scripture, will furnish the man of God to every good work (II Tim. 3:17). It is the revelation of the will of God, and only they who do the will of the Father will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. (Matt. 7:21). Will you enter, or be disappointed at the judgment?

5 The Cracked Acorn Sometimes the news media may give the audience the impression there is a number of things wrong with America. I admit I do get the blues about our country and I need the AQUA VELVA slap to wake me up and get a grip on reality. What are the GOOD THINGS about America? Many love the free-enterprise system that offers a career in any of the fifty states. The door is open to let one decide when and where one may live, enjoy life and a rich rewarding work environment. This is a country that loves change and it can happen with or without the authority of the ballot box. You do not need a visa or an identity card to travel the length and breadth of America. We are a blended people caring for those in need. An immigrant put it this way. I came to America because, "I really wanted to live in a country where the poor people are fat". 1. Wild Nature. No other country as much accessibility to wild nature. 2. Freedom to Vagabond. Travel where and when you want by bus, train, car, bicycle or motorcycle. It could even be a 1969 VW hippie van. 3. Cheap Clothing. Americans enjoy plenty of clothing. Garage sales can outfit you with everything for a low price. (an interesting point, see-genesis 3:8) 4. The Internet. It has allowed everyone to use and express their opinions. It is the voice of free speech. 5. Cheap Gas. Even at today's prices, still are affordable when compared to other countries. 6. Cheap Food. In some countries the family can only America July 16, 2017 c.r. van arsdall enjoy one meal during the day. Economically priced food is readily available in America. There has not been a death in many years simply because of a lack of enough food. It is the land of fast food places. 7. Good Roads. Interstate and state roads are paved to take the traveler to any location. 8. A Diversity of Diversion. Sounds high brow, but really means you make your own mature decisions on what is mindless and what isn't. 9. Good Tools. When the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, they brought with them the tools to work the land and build houses. America provides the best to build the home of your dreams or to fix the family car when it breaks down. 10. Inherent Decency. America is a rainbow of colors and a blend of many races. We react quickly to help those caught in a tornado, flash flood, earthquake or to just turn out in numbers to find a child lost in the woods. Somehow we'll find a way to help you or elect law makers that can. But the LORD said, "I have witnessed the affliction of my people in Egypt and have heard their cry of complaint against their slave drivers, so I know well what they are suffering. Therefore I have come down to rescue them from the hands of the Egyptians and lead them out of that land into a good and spacious land, a land flowing with milk and honey, the land of the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites and Jebusites. (Exodus 3:7,8) "So, pilgrim, you'd better holster that frown and grin from ear to ear when I say AMERICA or it's slap leather time! (John Wayne -AMERICA,WHY I LOVE HER!)

6 Bible Study ~ Jeremiah 15:15-17 Jeremiah whom Jehovah has appointed D GOD'S WORD Thy words were found..." D GOD'S WORD "...and I did eat them;" D IN GOD'S WORD "...thy word was unto me the joy & rejoicing of mine heart:" Psalms 119: Through Your precepts I get understanding; Therefore I hate every false way. 105 Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path. 106 I have sworn and confirmed That I will keep Your righteous judgments. Our understanding of the world we live in begins at birth and grows expediently most every minute of our life from that day forward. By the time we reach an age of understanding right and wrong our familiarity with this world has been influenced by many different factors. The main factors affecting our life in this world are our family, friends, future goals and the guidelines we set to achieve those goals. In fact we are pretty well equipped for life in society and on this planet. But what if these factors give us false or different signals? How will we know if following these teachings are ultimately beneficial for our entire life? We gain true knowledge in the precepts of God. His word shows us the way to proceed through our lives. All who dedicated their lives to keep them will enjoy life in this world and life in the hereafter. 2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that need not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 1 Corinthians 2:13-14

7 2 Samuel 16 David David Cursed Bible Quiz 1. Where did Jesus say to go & make disciples? In whose name did Jesus say disciples were to be baptized? Mat 28:19 2. What did Peter give the crippled beggar at the Beautiful gate? Act 3: Did Peter say the Jews were knowledgeable or ignorant of their violent sentence of death on God s Son? Acts 3:17 4. Was God pleased with what David had done concerning Bathsheba & Uriah? 2 Sam 11:27 5. The story which Nathan told David was about &. Who did Nathan say he was describing in he Story? Yes or No Did David confess his sin against Uriah & Bathsheba? 2 Sam 12:1, 7, What did Nathan say would happen to the child whom Bathsheba had conceived? What did David do while the baby born to Bathsheba was sick? What did he do after the baby died? Yes or No Did say it was possible for him to go to his child that had died? 2 Sam 12: Why was Amnon, David s son, frustrated so he was ill? 2 Sam 13: The brother of Tamar who hated Amnon for his sin against her was. What did Absalom do to Amnon? When? 2 Sam 13: Name the place where Absalom organized his conspiracy. 2 Sam 15: The followers of Absalom were a) great, b) small in number 2 Sam 15:12 Additional Scriptures: 1. God will punish the enemies of the faithful. 2 Thess 1:6, Rom 12:19 2. Prophecy concerning David s wives being taken by his son, 2 Sam 12:11 3. Paul reprimanded the Corinthian church because of a man living with his father s wife. 1 Cor 5: Mosaical Law on a man having sexual relations with his father s wife, Lev 18:8, Deut 22:30, 27:20 Application Leaving punishment of one s enemies to God, 2 Samuel 16:10 According to the Dictionary: 1. Who were Arkite, Abishai, Absalom, Ahithophel, Benjamite, Hushai, Mephibosheth, Shimei, Zeruiah, Ziba? Questions 1. Yes or No Did Mephibosheth, King Saul s grandson, leave Jerusalem with David? Why? 2 Sam 16:3 2. As David & those with him were traveling away from Jerusalem, there was a man from the house of Saul who followed along side, a) praising, b) cursing David. Describe David s instructions concerning the man 2 Sam 16: The man who only pretended to support Absalom as king, was a) Hushai, b) Ahithophel, c) Mephibosheth, d) Ziba 2 Sam 16:17-19, 15: What was Ahithophel s advice to Absalom concerning David s 10 concubines who had been left in Jerusalem? 2 Sam 16: How did all Israel know Abasalom had gone in to his father s concubines? 2 Sam 16:23 6. How was the advice of Ahithophel, regarded by David & Absalom? 2 Sam 16:23 7. What is a Psalm? See lesson 141 BSGFAA Lesson 155

8 2 Samuel 17 David Ahithophel & Hushai Counseled Absalom Bible Quiz 1. What was Jesus doing when He went up to heaven? Luke 24:50 2. How did Jesus go up to heaven? Luke 24: In whose name did Peter say salvation is found? Acts 4:12 4. Bathsheba gave birth to a 2nd son David named 2 Sam 12:24 5. After Amnon had sinned with Tamar, did he love her? 2 Sam 13:15 6. When Absalom returned to Jerusalem after his exile, would David see him? When Absalom appeared before David, after living in Jerusalem 2 years, what did David do to Absalom? 2 Sam 14: How did Absalom steal away the hearts of the people of Israel from David? 2 Sam 15: Why did David flee Jerusalem with his household? 2 Sam 15: How was the advice of Ahithophel, regarded by David & Absalom? 2 Sam 16:23 10.What is a Psalm? See lesson 141 Additional Scriptures: 1. Worldly gain versus spiritual gain, Mark 8:36, Phil. 1:19-26, Mat 23:12 2. David s prayer concerning Ahithophel s counsel was answered YES by god, 2 Sam 15:31, 17:14 3. It is impossible to try to out-wit God, Rom 11:33-36, 1 John 3:20, Jer. 32:27, Isa. 43:3, 55:8-9 Application Overly concerned with the way others thing about me. 2 Sam 17:23 According to the Dictionary: 1. Who were the people mentioned in this chapter? 2. En-rogel is a foundation south of Jerusalem BSGFAA Lesson Gilead, was the area east of the Jordan River & occupied by the tribes of Reuben & Gad 4. Dan to Beersheba, was a statement meaning all the Promised land. Dan was the northern most point, Beersheba was the southern most point. Questions 1. What was the plan which Ahithophel told Absalom would destroy David? 2 Sam 17: What was the plan which Hushai told Absalom told Absalom would destroy David? 2 Sam 17: Why did Absalom say the advice of Ahithophel was not good? 2 Sam 17:14 4. Hushai sent a message to David to so he would be safe. 2 Sam 17: How did a woman hide Jonathan & Ahimaaz when Absalom s servants were seeking them? 2 Sam 17: Did all the people who were fleeing with David cross over the Jordan River as Hushai had counseled? 2 Sam 17:22 7. What did Ahithophel do when Absalom did not follow his counsel? 2 Sam 17:23