Homeland Park Baptist Church

Exodus 1:12 (NLT) “But the more the Egyptians oppressed them, the more the Israelites multiplied  and spread, and the more alarmed the Egyptians became.” “Have you ever felt worn down?” Do you get overwhelmed by the current “biases” against those who believe in Jesus and the Bible? Yes, I do too. Trials are proof that God is at work in you and this world. I was reminded in my devotion this morning about the time the Egyptians tried to wear down the Hebrew people by forcing them into slavery. Egypt was afraid because their numbers were multiplying drastically and they were fearful that they would take them over.  You would think that slavery and harsh treatment would have caused God’s people to submit to Egypt, but actually they grew stronger. When you are burdened or mistreated, you may feel defeated. However, remember that resistance and struggle will cause your faith to grow. Your trust is tested and proven by God’s provision every single day. Daily struggles can develop qualitie

  The mission of the National Day of Prayer Task Force is to mobilize prayer in  A merica and to encourage personal repentance and righteousness in the culture. The National Day of Prayer has great significance for us as a nation as it enables us to recall and to teach the way in which our founding fathers sought the wisdom of God when faced with critical decisions. It stands as a call for us to humbly come before God, seeking His guidance for our leaders and His grace upon us as a people. The unanimous passage of the bill establishing the National Day of Prayer as  an  annual  event,  signifies that prayer is as  important to our nation today as it  was in the beginning.   We will be joining Christians around the world by gathering on the front steps of our sanctuary   on   Thursday, May 6th at Noon for prayer over our nation   as   one   voice united.

  Your gift will provide housing and care in our retirement  c ommunities for retired pastors, missionaries, and their spouses who obediently served the Lord and now need your help.

 MISSION NEWS Mission Action Our Mission Action Project for the month of May is for the Shalom House Ministries of Anderson. Shalom House is a transitional home for women in recovery from drugs and alcohol. They can use: coffee, sugar, creamer, paper towels, Ziplock bags, sponges, scouring pads, Soft Scrub, liquid laundry products, and Clorox.                        WMU Prayer Emphasis for May North American Mission Board:  Jonah Easley, Washington International Mission Board:  Ramona Beam, Sub Saharan Africa Peoples     “PRAY WITHOUT CEASING”  

  Our church will be joining with other local churches within our association to pray. We all can see that the need for prayer these days is great. Our children, families and churches are coming under attack and people are hurting due to the effect of sin. We must take our cares to the Lord more than complaining about all that is wrong   with the world. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and refreshments as we pray together at the beautiful Bent Creek Farm. This is the 5th year for this event and it just gets better. This is for all ages. There will be times of singing, times of singing, testimonies and prayer. You do not want to miss this. You are invited to meet us there, however if you need a ride, please let    Pastor James know.   2 Chronicles 7:14 (NKJV) "if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land."  

  As part of the North American Mission Board emphasis trough the month of April, our WMU and Pastor James have invited Jack and Sharon Fields - McCormick to worship with us this Sunday.  Come and listen as they both share real needs in Anderson and surrounding areas as well as ways we can make a difference. About Jack and Sharon Sharon and her husband of 32 years, Jack McCormick, have served as missionaries through the North American Mission Board (NAMB) since 2003. They have  served primarily in construction ministry, disaster relief, health ministry and human trafficking.  They are currently serving at Pinnacle Retreat Center in Clayton GA where Jack is coordinating the construction of staff housing.  Photos and info at https://pinnacleretreatcenter.com/buildingpinnacle/ Come hear what the Lord is doing in our midst and see where you can join in His plan to reach Anderson, the nation and the world.