Pastor's Post for May

We all encounter events that change our lives. Some are pleasant and others not so much. Whether it be looking into the eyes of your newborn child, puppy kisses on a tough day, a health crisis or tragic accident, they affect the way you live for better or for worse.

The Bible say that, “For He gives His sunlight to both the evil and the good, and He sends rain on the just and the unjust alike.” (Matthew 5:45).

I have always taken this to mean that good and bad fall upon everyone, however God is my umbrella. As we move on from the Easter season, do not pack up your faith in Jesus our risen Savior with your Easter decorations and crafts. Because of Jesus our lives are changed.

This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! (2 Corinthians 5:17)

Once you accept Christ as your ultimate forgiver and leader in your life you can never go back to the way you used to operate. Why would you want to? Live out the power of your faith today. Spend time with Jesus and tell others about Him! Because of Jesus, you and I will never be the same!

In Him,

Pastor James

Confession, Reflection and The Lord's Supper

Yesterday, our church observed the ordinance of the Lord''s Supper or Communion as some call it. Our church is blessed to have a committee that prepares this for us on every fifth Sunday. This practice is designed to take us back in our hearts and minds to that dreadful night where Jesus sat at a table with His disciples to prepare them for His pending crucifixion . The purpose of the Lord's Supper is not for us to go through the motions, but to remember all that Christ did for us. His body was broken and blood was shed for the forgiveness of our sins. Communion is a time to reflect, appreciate and give honor to Jesus for what He endured for us. This ordinance is not for everyone. This is only to be taken by those who are believers and accepted Jesus as their ultimate forgiver and leader. To partake in this service in an unworthy state is sin. 1 Corinthians 11:27 (NLT) 27 So anyone who eats this bread or drinks this cup of the Lord unworthily is guilty of s

Birthdays and Anniversaries for October

Birthdays Deborah James 10/3 Pauline Tate 10/4 Molly Black 10/10 Ross Christensen 10/10 Lonnie Vickery 10/11 Delores Collier 10/15 Reba Geddings 10/17 Anniversaries Terry & Mary Lou Finley 10/11 Rick & Shirley Eubanks 10/15

The Gift: A Christmas Sermon Series

Come join our family at Homeland Park Baptist Church as we celebrate the greatest gift ever given; the birth of a Savior, Jesus Christ! This gift impacts our entire lives and eternity. Each Sunday morning in December, we will discover gifts that are a result of God sending His son to earth in such a humble way. December 2: The Gift of Hope - Nothing is Impossible December 9: The Gift of Help - God Places Forerunners Before Us December 16: Guest Preacher - Rev. John Dill (Saluda Baptist Association D.O.M.) December 23: The Gift of A Healer - The Birth of Christ December 30: The Give of a Home - Being in Our Father's House Make your prayer and commitment to make sure we never forget that Jesus is the reason for this season. We look forward to being together in worship. Merry CHRISTmas!

Homeland Park Baptist Church

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