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Times of Uncertainty! What to Do?
Most,
if not all, of the financial indicators and experts reveal that the times
ahead will be times of uncertainty. What is the child of God to do in this
type of climate? Those who study God’s word on a daily basis know that He
never leaves us in a state of uncertainty; for He has promised never to
leave or forsake us. We always find solace and the answers to our most
perplexing questions in His word, the Bible, and the Spirit of Prophecy.
The
wisest man that ever lived, King Solomon, reminds us to “Trust in the Lord
with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your
ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6). God
is an expert on the human condition. Even before we ask him, He knows what
we need. He knows we need His help in making important monetary decisions
and in keeping our financial houses in order.
Solomon
continues in Proverbs 6:6-8, “Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her
ways, and be wise: which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, provideth her
meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest.” A quick check of
others versions, make the point much more salient.
We are
encouraged not to wait until times of uncertainty to start to do something
about it. We should not wait for the hurricane season to begin
preparations, we should prepare now!! Our lifestyle should be one of
prudence. We should always live below our means. We should save at least
10% of our income each time we receive it for times of uncertainty.
Remember the ant!
As we
think about spending we should have several key elements in focus. We
should ask ourselves a few questions to assist in guiding our purchases:
(1) Do I really need this? (2) Is the price reasonable? (3) Is this the
best time of year to buy? (4) If this is a bargain, is it a current or
suitable model? (5) If it’s on sale, is the price a true sale? (6) Am I
sure no less-expensive item can be substituted? (7) Am I sure there are no
major disadvantages? (8) If excessive in price, will it truly satisfy an
inner need? (9) Have I comparison-shopped for price and quality? (10) Have I
allowed for this item in my spending plan?
The
Bible is full of sound advice about money matters. It even cautions us not
to be so concerned about money that we seriously neglect other important
aspects of our life. Our dependence is to be on God and not on money. Jesus
said, “For where your treasure is there your heart will be also.” This is a
warning given to us in Matthew 6:21. Is your heart and your treasure focused
primarily on things of this life, or on God in heaven? - Kenny
Deveaux Stewardship and Trust Director
Women’s
Ministries of Philadelphia Church adopts Home for Boys
“If any
man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but
deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion is vain. Pure religion and
undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and
widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.”
James 1:26 – 27. With this mandate in mind, this year the Women’s Ministries
Department of the Philadelphia Adventist Church took on as one of their
community service projects, Colby Home for Boys located in Ridgeland Park
West. After an assessment of their needs, it was found that house ware such
as plates, table cloths, irons were needed. Therefore, the women went
shopping (as women love to do!) and bought the requested items.
On
Sabbath February 23, 2008, the Administrator of the Home, Mrs. Marion
Taylor, along with two residents attended our church service and afterwards
a presentation was given to them. They were also treated to a sumptuous
fellowship meal.
The
Philadelphia Church intends to continue and strengthen our relationship with
the Home.
Pentecost and More continues
its forward march as our lay brethren commence lay evangelistic efforts in
every church in New Providence and the Family Islands in the month of May,
2008. An information form, which is in the possession of the pastors, must
be filled out. The form includes name of district pastor, date of campaign,
church, lay preachers’ names and location for the meetings. The names of
the lay preachers must be turned in to the Conference office by March 31,
2008, in order to facilitate a training session before the crusades begin. -
Pastor Peter Joseph, Ministerial, Personal Ministries & Sabbath School
Director
The
Hour of Gospel Music at the Mary Ingraham Home
continues weekly on Sabbaths from 5 to 6 p.m. Today, the Hillview Church
is expected. Next Sabbath, the Johnson Park Church is scheduled.
Guest
Musician at Good News
Young talented Musician Kazia Forbes of Miami, Fl, trained in the piano and
organ, will be the guest artist for the divine hour at the Good News
Church. At 6 p.m she will have a mini concert during the AY service. All
are invited.
New
Englerston’s Early Morning Prayer Meeting
will be held at 6 a.m. on Sunday, March 30, 2008. All are invited to join
the Church at Prayer!
Colporteur Meeting All
full-time and part-time colporteurs are requested to meet at 10 a.m.,
tommorow, March 30, at the Conference.
School of Evangelism begins tomorrow March 30, 2008, at 5 p.m. at
Living Faith. The School will operate on an international curriculum,
developed by the International Institute of Christian Ministries. The
curriculum includes core courses like: CR-101 Spiritual Gifts; CR-102
Principles of Personal Witness; CR-103 Principles of Christian Leadership in
Church Growth; CR-104 How to Teach Basic Adventist Doctrines.
Eight
Weeks to Wellness Community Program is on the move.
The program continues on Monday, March 31, at 6 p.m. at the Bahamas Academy
Gym. We’re now on week #6. Hats off to those who are seeing the pounds
roll away. If you are having your challenges, cheer up! Life is not
interesting without challenges. Just get up, shake off the dust and move
on. Remember, the prize is not only to the swift, but to all those that
endure to the end. So keep going don’t give up! See you on Monday, ready
for a great work out.
Attention all Health Ministries directors, assistants and Health Committee
personnel!
You have a very important meeting on Tuesday, April 1, at the New Englerston
Church at 6 p.m.
Eight
Weeks to Wellness Children’s Program begins in April at 4 Primary schools.
Please pray for its success as we try to impact the health of our nation.
Women’s
Ministry
There will be a general meeting for all w/m leaders on Tuesday, April 1,
2008 at 6 p.m. at the Conference office.
The
Bahamas Adventist Educators Association
will conduct its monthly meeting on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at
the ELC building, Old Trail Road. The Guest speaker, Mark Barrett, will
speak on the topic “Pornography & Cyber Crime” relating to child offenders.
All parents and guardians are urged to attend.
All
Stewardship Directors
are reminded of their monthly meeting on April 6, 2008 at 8 a.m. at the
Conference office. Your attendance will be appreciated as we continue to
prepare for our upcoming Seminar on May 23 - 25, 2008.
Communication Workshop
All
communication secretaries in the churches on the island of New Providence
are requested to attend a seminar on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. at
the Conference office. Please bring a report for the first quarter of 2008.
Sabbath
School Workshop
On
Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 9 a.m – 12 noon at the Hillview Church, all Sabbath
School & Personal Ministries directors, assistant directors and secretaries
are kindly asked to attend this very important Seminar and Workshop. -
Pastor W. T. Adderley
Christian Education Emphasis
Special
emphasis will be given to the promotion of Christian education in the
Bahamas Conference, April 23 - 27, 2008. Dr. Robert Cruise, an outstanding
education researcher from North America will be our guest presenter for the
meetings. Dr. Cruise will give a special presentation for all members on
Sabbath, April 26, at 5 p.m. at the Hillview Church. You cannot afford to
miss this meeting.
Children’s Ministries
Child
Preacher’s Workshop continues at the Berea Church, tomorrow, Sunday, March
30, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Children’s Ministries Leaders Meeting at the Conference Office, Thursday,
April 3, 2008 at 6 p.m.
Children’s Crusade at the Living Faith Church, Sunday, April 6 – Sabbath,
April 12, 2008. Nightly meetings begin at 7 p.m. - Mrs. Diane Jones,
Children’s Ministries Director
Teachers Needed
Qualified persons are invited to apply for teaching positions (all subjects,
K-12)at Bahamas Academy for the 2008-2009 school year. For information
regarding application, please call the Principal at 394-0094, or apply
online @
www.bahamasconference.org/education/index.htm#forms
Thank
You
A heartfelt thank you is extended to all Crusade choir members and musicians
of the Sweet Redemptive Crusade. Your commitment and dedication were truly
appreciated, and many persons were blessed by your ministry. - A. Dorsett,
M. Turner. A. Roach & R. Rolle
Masterguide Camporee Update
Our
World Youth Director, Elder Baraka Muganda, and Pastor Balvin Braham,
Associate Youth Director of the Inter-American Division, are officially
confirmed to be in attendance at the West Indies Union Pathfinder/Masterguide
Camporee to be held in Camp Verly, St. Catherine, Jamaica from July 21st to
28th, 2008. Our very own Pathfinder band will be out in full force. We are
looking for a delegation from the Bahamas Conference of over 100 persons.
Parents, Pathfinders and Masterguides, time is of the essence. You dont
want your Pathfinder to be left out from a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Registration fees and forms are due now. Contact your local club director
or the youth department of the conference office
WIU
Youth Director to Visit the Bahamas Conference
Pastor
Charles Blythe, Youth director for West Indies Union, will be visiting the
Bahamas Conference from May 4 to 6. There will be a youth consecration
service on Friday evening, May 2, and a joint A.Y. service on Sabbath
afternoon, May 3. In addition, he will host an important youth leaders
meetings for all youth leaders on Sunday, May 4, at 9 a.m.
WIU
Pathfinder Camporee Meeting and General Youth Council Meeting
All
parents of Pathfinders, Pathfinders, and Mastergiudes attending this years
camporee are asked to attend a very important meeting on Monday, April 7, at
6 p. m. at the Grants Town Church. (Please note the correction from last
week’s logos). This will be followed by a general youth council meeting for
all persons involved in all areas of Youth Ministries at 7 p.m. All
churches are asked to be represented as plans for the visit of our union
Youth director, and other events for the conference will be presented.
Youth
Coordinators and Youth Choir leaders meeting
There
will be an important meeting with all conference youth coordinators ( A.Y,
Pathfinders, Adventurers, and Masterguides coordinators) at the Grants Town
Church on Sunday March 30th at 3:00 p.m.
This
will be followed by a meeting with all youth choir directors and assistants
and musicans at 5:00 p.m. All persons involved are asked to be present as
we look forward to the summer activities for the youth of our conference.
Pure
Reality Youth Retreat presents “Broken and Restored” April 18 - 20, 2008 at
Camp Kulaqua, High Springs, Florida. Opening available for 10 teens
(females only) 12 - 24 years old. Contact Rowena Smith at 393-3381 Wk and
324-6997 at home immediately.
Sun Sets Today at 7:25 p.m.
Sun Sets next Sabbath at 7:28 p.m.
