“Elect Me and I’ll Take Away Your Worry”
White watching the news recently, I heard one of the presidential candidates say, “We are facing a difficult time as a nation. People are worried about how they will pay for their children’s college, how they will pay their medical bills, if they will have enough money for retirement.” I thought about that claim and wondered if there was ever a time when people were not worried about those issues. This candidate was suggesting that times are more difficult now than in previous periods, therefore we should vote for him. Yet four years from now the next set of candidates will say the same thing, just as candidates have said in every previous election. Financial peace does not come by having a bank account full of money. It is true we tend to sleep better and worry less when we have a steady income than when we are out of work. But the world is full of people who have plenty of income and are still worried about money. They either worry that they don’t have enough money (define “enough”), or they worry that the flow of money will run dry. Financial worry is always a result of trusting in money, whether that be the amount of money we have, our ability to earn money, or the financial system upon which our society operates. Financial peace, on the other hand, comes when we shift our trust from money to God. That does not mean we stop earning a living or seeking out an income. It just means that we learn to trust in the love and power of God to take care of us no matter what the circumstance. As Solomon wrote, “I was young and now I am old, yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging bread” (Proverbs 37:26). Don’t let the media, the current cast of presidential candidates, or even the balance figure in your checkbook scare you. Focus your attention on something more stable—God’s gracious love and care for you. Remember his promise “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5). That is our source of financial peace no matter who is President.
Love and Logic Parenting Class
Begins this fall starting on Sunday, September 7 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Eight Love and Logic sessions will provide solutions that reduce time and energy spent handling misbehaviors with children. Set limits with enforceable statements Share control by learning to give choices Neutralize arguing Guide children to solve their own problems Learn effective parenting styles Learn how to deliver consequences with empathy Get your kids to listen the first time Avoid power struggles
“Pointing People to Real Life”
July 20, 2008 Order of Worship
Opening Songs Welcome Song: Nobody Fills My Heart Like Jesus Song: The Battle Belongs to the Lord Song: We Will Worship You Song: Great Are You Lord Song: Agnus Dei Communion Song: There Is a Redeemer Offering
(Children’s Offering* and kids dismissed to Children’s Worship**)
Presented by Amy Diehl, Love and Logic Facilitator Amy has had years of experience working with at-risk and challenging students in major school districts. A former elementary school teacher, Amy now spends her time teaching educators and parents across the Metroplex. She is a member at Prestoncrest Church of Christ. Parents must register for this Love and Logic Class and make child care reservations. A small fee will be charged for parenting workbooks. This class is for Bible teachers also. Location: 4405 Williford, Sachse
North Pointe Ministry Staff Jeff Curtis, Worship Minister (Cell) 501-593-1551 Jeff@northpointecofc.org Matt Lee, Youth Minister (Cell) 214-554-1253 Matt@northpointecofc.org Beverly Ritz, Children’s Minister (Office) 972-424-2414 Beverly@northpointecofc.org Dr. Curtis Williams, Preaching Minister (Cell) 214-499-0946 Curtis@northpointecofc.org North Pointe Support Staff Sherry Sharber, Administrative Assistant (Office) 972-424-2414 Sherry@northpointecofc.org North Pointe Shepherds Mike Campbell (Home) 972-475-2699 Mike@northpointecofc.org Doug Priebe (Home) 972-423-1470 (Cell) 972-822-6200 Doug@northpointecofc.org Gerow Roberts (Home) 972-278-3096 Gerow@northpointecofc.org Church Office Information North Pointe Church of Christ 231 W. FM 544, Suite 114 Murphy, TX 75094 Phone: 972-424-2414 www.NorthPointeCofC.org Sunday morning schedule Bible classes....................9:30 am Worship service.............10:30 am
Song: The Joy of the Lord Sharing Our Stories: Janie Wilhite Message: “Go There” Song: Hosanna, You’re My King “Face-to-Face”*** Family News Song: Light the Fire
Curtis Williams
This Week’s Bible Reading Schedule
Date Monday, 7/21 Tuesday, 7/22 Wednesday, 7/23 Thursday, 7/24 Friday, 7/25 Saturday, 7/26 Sunday, 7/27 New Testament Luke 17 Luke 18 Luke 19 Luke 20 Luke 21 Reflection* Reflection Old Testament 1 Chronicles 17-20 1 Chronicles 21-24 1 Chronicles 25-28 1 Chronicles 29 2 Chronicles 1-4 Reflection Reflection
New to North Pointe and have children?
Children are an important part of the North Pointe church. For this reason we offer the following opportunities for children during our worship service: Nursery: A staffed nursery with pagers for parents, is provided during the worship service. The nursery for babies, toddlers and two year olds is located in E Hall past the restrooms. A separate, nonstaffed nursery is also available for parents to use as needed. *Children’s Offering: To teach our children the discipline of giving we provide them an opportunity to contribute in a visible way. This money is used for various ministries. **Children’s Worship: Because children have their own unique level of learning and expression we offer a special worship period for children 3 years of age through 4th grade. Children are dismissed to Children’s Worship following the Children’s offering.
***What is “Face to-Face with God”?
This time during our worship service allows three opportunities for personal prayer. Your may: 1) remain in your seat and spend time privately praying to God, 2) go to the back of the cafetorium where a member of our prayer team will pray for you or with you, privately and in confidentiality concerning your prayer request, or 3) come to the front row of seats with your public prayer request where the prayer leader will include your request in his prayer concluding this period.
*Saturdays and Sundays are reserved as days to re-read and reflect upon previous readings, or catch up on readings missed during the week.
North Pointe News
New to the Family
Ken, Lin, Abbie, and Sam Connelly 2812 Hampton Ct. Richardson, Texas 75082 BadGramer@yahoo.com (Ken’s Cell) 214-364-4181 (Lin’s Cell) 469-955-3933
“... so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation in which you shine like stars in the universe ...” Philippians 2:15
North Pointe Youth Ministry
This Week
Mystery Monday Monday, July 21 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Meet at the new property, 4405 Williford, Sachse Lunch will be provided. Bring $3.00 Family Bible Study Wednesdays, July 23 At the home of Keith and Geri Wyatt 5606 Lena Judd, Sachse Six Flags Thursday, July 24 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Meet at the new property, 4405 Williford, Sachse Bring $30 for your ticket plus money for food.
This Week
Today
Guess Who Is Coming to Dinner Sunday evening, July 20
Fifth Grade Blessing Friday, July 25 For those who just completed 5th grade Wear your jeans and western wear! Check your invitations for details. Remember to RSVP to Ms. Beverly by this Wednesday.
Future Events
God’s Soldiers Swim Party Wednesday, July 30 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. At the home of Tanner Booth 11761 Caddo Creek, Lavon Bring your towels and t-shirts. Sign up today for Summer Fun Day! Wednesday, August 6 11:00 a.m. to Noon Kids are invited to go bowling at Plano Super Bowl. Cost is $6.00 for bowling, shoes, and pizza. Must be accompanied by an adult. Summer Service Day Saturday, August 9 Families will go to the airport to welcome home troops. Sign up if you plan to attend. God’s Girls Swim Party Wednesday, August 13 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. At the home of Emma Booth 11761 Caddo Creek, Lavon Bring your towels and t-shirts. Remember to wear appropriate swim suits please.
This Week
Ladies’ Quilting Wednesday, July 23 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Home of Deanna Priebe 316 Love Bird Land, Murphy 972-423-1470 The ladies need quilts, blankets and mattress pads to use for the inside of the quilts they are making. Baby Shower Brunch Saturday, July 26 10 a.m. to Noon Home of Stephanie Whorton 1111 Mandeville Dr., Murphy Ladies are invited to a baby boy shower for Cecelia Lacy. She is registered at Babies R Us and Target. Come and Go Bridal Shower Sunday, August 3 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Honoring Carly Warner and Chris Campbell Home of Kristen Booth 11761 Caddo Creek, Lavon They are registered at Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Target.
Future Events
Wilderness Trek Friday, August 1 – Saturday, August 9 Please pay $150 deposit by July 27.
Matt Lee
Beverly Ritz
Record for Sunday, July 13, 2008 Worship Attendance: 173 General Offering: $5,471.00 Children’s Offering: $19.98 Building Fund: $645.00