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Discipleship Resources for August 11, 2022

DISCIPLESHIP RESOURCES

In our part of South OKC and Moore schools are starting. If you have children they have begun or are about to begin heading back to the classroom. If you do not have children or are past the childrearing phase of life, you still see the sign of changing patterns and schedules for much of the world around us. That environment of learning should not be left to classrooms in school buildings. We should all have a habit of being lifelong learners. We want to guide you to good Christian resources that will help you keep growing in the faith and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. Press on in the faith and keep learning.

Resources from The Gospel Coalition, 5 New Stats You Should Know About Teens and Social Media, article by Chris Martin

Resources from Paul Tripp Ministries, But You Bless the Lord, weekly blog from Paul Tripp

Resources from Desiring God Ministries, How Money Fears Kill Our Worship, article by John Piper

Resources from Truth for Life, Salvation, Discipleship in 3-D, Part 1: 2 Timothy 2:3-6, from a sermon series on 2 Timothy by Alistair Begg

Resources from CHBC, OKC, The Analysis, podcast by Mark DeMoss and Deanna Huff (new episodes starting in August)

Printable Bible Reading Plan, Discipleship Journal Bible Reading Plan, by Navigators

Music Video, I Stand Amazed, as sung by Chris Tomlin

The Briefing Podcast, Episodes of the Briefing, by Dr. R. Albert Mohler, Jr.

Mark D. DeMoss, Senior Pastor

CHBC Weekly for August 5, 2022

The Mission of CHBC – Exalting Christ

We should not think of this part of our mission statement as a word about singing. We do exalt Christ when we sing songs of praise or hymns reflecting biblical truth, but public gathered worship is more than singing, and exalting Christ is more than our public gathering. We also exalt Christ as we pursue personal, practical holiness. The Bible says in John 14:15, ““If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.”

AWANA Training – August 10 @ 6PM

If you are a church member who would like to serve in ministry through AWANA please attend the AWANA Training and Leadership Kick-off next Wednesday night in the Worship Center. If you are already serving in this ministry, then you must attend this meeting in order to be prepared for the start of a new year for AWANA. “The mission of AWANA is to equip leaders to reach kids with the gospel and engage them in lifelong discipleship.” (AWANA International website).

CAMP BIG Enough – August 7 @ 8:45 AM

CHBC preschoolers who will be turning 4 years of age are introduced to what it is like to attend Big Church. Our preschool ministry prepares moms and dads with resources and tools to navigate this big change in the life of your child. This is a step worth celebrating, and we are excited to help with this transition. Camp Big Enough is Sunday, August 7 at    8:45 AM.

EXPLORE CHBC – August 7, 14, & 21 @ 9 AM

Membership in the local church is not attendance without accountability, but commitment with responsibility. Membership matters, and we want to help all members of CHBC to find their way into meaningful community at CHBC. Our Explore CHBC course is designed to explain the importance of membership, introduce you to the history and vision of CHBC, and connect you to ways to love and be loved by the body of Christ at CHBC. This is a three-week course taught by our Senior Pastor and meets in the church conference room. No pre-registration is necessary. Any guest is welcome to attend.

120^th Anniversary – August 7, 2022

The Missionary Baptist Church of Capitol Hill was constituted on the second Sunday of August in 1902. That church became known as Capitol Hill Baptist Church. We will mark our 120^th Anniversary as an organized, local body of believers on August 7^th. The day will include a regular morning schedule. Special displays will be in the hallways to be seen before Sunday School, before Worship, and following Worship. We will have some moments during the morning worship service to mark this special occasion. We will also be serving a catered lunch following the service. You can purchase a ticket for the lunch at a cost of $5 per person and $20 for a family maximum for you and children living in your home. You may purchase tickets in the Foyer or online.

Other Upcoming Activities

August 7 – 120^th Anniversary Service and Lunch

August 7 – Camp Big Enough (4-year-old orientation to “Big Church”) (8:45 AM)

August 7, 14, & 21 – Explore CHBC – New Member Class (9 AM)

August 14 – Promotion Sunday – Preschool, Children, and Students (9 AM)

August 14 – Sunday School Leadership Rally (4-6 PM)

September 4 – Labor Day Picnic (5 PM)

Scripture of the Month

Hebrews 4:16, “Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Each week CHBC says aloud a passage of Scripture during our morning worship gathering. This is done for two reasons. First, we are commanded in Scripture to encourage one another with the Word of God. Second, we want to emphasize the spiritual discipline of Scripture memory. Receive a text to your phone with this verse set to music by texting the word “CHBCVERSE” to the number (302) 207-SONG (7664).

Prayer

Prayer begins with praise to God who hears and answers prayer. Adore the One who hears us and speaks mighty things.

Jeremiah 33:2-3

“Thus says the Lord who made the earth, the Lord who formed it to establish it, the Lord is His name, ‘Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.’”

Mark D. DeMoss, Senior Pastor

     Capitol Hill Baptist Church

     Equipping…Exalting…Extending

            For the Glory of God