Sunday, April 29, 2007 Volume 51, Issue 16
Mark Your Calendars
Our Annual
TENT MEETING
Is Almost Here
May 18th - 20th
with
Stan Butt
BLESSED ARE THE MEEK
There are some words that have escaped the hearts for some, and one of
those words is "meek." Unfortunately, it is viewed by many in and out of the
church as a sign of weakness or spinelessness. Some view a meek person as
nothing less than a doormat for others to step on. I hope to prove in this short
article that a meek person holds one of the virtues required by God. Jesus said,
" Blessed are the meek; for they shall inherit the earth" Matthew
5:5). What does it really mean to be meek? It means one is, mild tempered,
not easily provoked or irritated, patient under injuries, without vanity or
haughtiness." The meek person(s) will exhibit a special strength under any
circumstance.
How and where will meekness be found? The virtues of meekness in life
is under consideration here. The where and how is found in our submission
towards God. Such a person has placed himself or herself under God’s control
(cf. James 4:7). A self-willed person will be just the opposite towards
God. Jesus declared His meekness in Matthew 11:29-30. His life was under God’s
control (John 5:30; John 6:38; John 8:50). He lived a God controlled life. The
virtues of meekness are seen in lowliness towards oneself (Ephesians 4:2-3). You
will always find the meek to be one of self-control as mentioned by Solomon in
Proverbs 16:32. James speaks of such a person in James 1:21. Abraham personally
demonstrated lowliness in his life. I urge you to study Galatians 6:1; 2nd
Timothy 2:25 and Titus 3:2. When you find one who is in submission to God,
lowliness towards self, and shows gentleness to others, you are able to see the
virtues of a meek life.
Consider the values of a meek life. God requires and highly values such
a quality. Peter, in 1st Peter 3:4 tells us the meek person is of
great value. What if Abraham, Jesus and countless others had not been
meek? Well, they would not have been submissive, lowly towards self
nor would they have been gentle. Jesus personifies the quality or values
of meekness. Matthew 11:29-30 proves Him to be so. If we (Christians) are going
to be like Christ, we too must be meek. Thank God for His Word–the Bible. The
Word of God is able to produce meekness in every Christian. Study Galatians
5:22-23 and 1st Timothy 6:11.
What will meekness do for us? It will allow us the victories of
life! It will make an heir of us (Romans 8:17; cf. 2nd Peter
3:13-14). In essence, it will make us Christ-like (Matthew 11:29-30). We will be
"true" Christians that live a life of meekness.
Our desires as members of the church of Christ should be to understand
the virtues of meekness, appreciate its values, and do all we can to obtain the
victories which accompany a meek life. Now, the question is, "Are you a meek
person?"
Jimmy Young
Nettleton Church of Christ
Jonesboro AR
FAMILY NEWS
OUR SICK/HOMEBOUND
Woodland Hills Family:
Baptist East: Jackie Wilson (surgery 4-25)
Baptist Collierville: Lloyd Perry Britt
Mary Evelyn King, 4630 Blanding Ave., Memphis 38118
Edd Marie Agnew, 4397 Truman Ave., Memphis 38108
Mary Glenn, 950 Cherry Rd., Apt. 108, Memphis 38117
Evelyn Coleman, 335 Fisherville Rd., Collierville, 38017
Friends/Relatives:
Melanie Beatty, 7711 Sunny Trails Dr., Memphis 38135
William Wilson, 3323 Coleman Ave., Memphis 38122
Edwin Hill, 5458 Glenbriar Dr., Memphis 38119
Joyce Keough, 300 Briarbrook Cv., Collierville 38017
LaRae Nichols, 710 Walnut Bend Rd. N, Cordova 38108
June Belew, 5746 Alexandria Ln., Southaven, MS 38671
Nursing/Assisted Living:
Clemmie Allison, 402 Getwell Rd., Senatobia, MS 38668
Alton Brown, 3535 Kirby Pines, Rm. 178-A, Memphis 38115
Essie Brown, 3345 Kirby Whitten Rd., Apt. 77, Bartlett 38134
Mary Mullinaux, 955 N. G’town Pkwy. Rm 614-B, Cordova 38018
Ernestine Barron, 6025 Primacy Pkwy., Rm.112-A, Memphis 38119
Out-of-Town:
Virginia Baxter, 1380 S. Main St., Covington 38019
Mary Billingsley, 1143 Shell Harbor Rd., Pierson FL 32180
Chris Sangster, 24231 Baxter Dr., Malibu CA 90265
Bobbie Ann Ridgeway, 905 Hawthorne Dr. NE, Lenoir, NC 28645
Juanita Hale, HCR 69, Box 1035, Frenchburg, KY 40322
cousin of Sharon Close has cancer, lives in Chicago)
John Logan (cancer, Atoka, TN, brother-in-law of Don Bennett)
Teresa Thomas, 40 Morning Glory Cv., Counce TN 38326
WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS
Sunday, April 29, 2007
AM Opening Prayer: Mal Mauney
AM Closing Prayer: Jim Hubbert
PM Opening Prayer: Teens
PM Closing Prayer: Teens
Pick Up Attendance Cards: Sean Darst, Matthew Gardner
Nursery Volunteers: A.M. - Julie Randleman, Brooke McGill; P.M.
- Eudie Freeman, Caroline Dodson
OUR RECORD
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Bible Classes 158
AM Worship 248
PM Worship 171
Wednesday (4-18) 155
Contribution $9106
YTD Average $9225
‘07 Budget $8600
SYMPATHY
James Mitchell passed away Monday, April 23 in Hendersonville, TN.
Services were Friday morning at Woodland Hills Church with burial in Memorial
Park. We extend our sympathy to his parents, Mark and Kerry Mitchell,
brother Matt, and sister Jenny. Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery.
We also extend our sympathy to Mark and Kathy Hillis, Lesley, Neil, Katie, and
his grandmother, Nancy O'Connell, Barry and Karen Mitchell and daughter.
SPECIAL PRAYERS
We have learned of a Christian family whose youngest daughter has been the
victim of a hate crime in New York City. The prayers of Woodland Hills church
has been requested in their behalf. You can send cards and notes to
Sarah %Mr. & Mrs. Charlie Brown, 51 Mott Hill Rd., E. Hampton, CT 06424.
SERVICE GROUPS
Service Group #1 will pick up their assignment cards following the Sunday
evening service. Items you need to bring: canned vegetables/soups 10.5 to
15 oz., men's items: bar soap, shaving supplies, deodorant.. Service Group #4 please turn in your
assignment cards from last week.
BLOOD DRIVE
The LIFEBLOOD Mobile will be at Woodland Hills Sunday morning, April 29th
between the hours of 8:00 - 10:30 A.M. There is a sign up sheet on the foyer
table.
CONGREGATIONAL WORK DAY
We will have a congregational work day on Saturday, May 5th. We
encourage everyone to make plans to be here. Bring your mops, brooms, gloves,
whatever you use to clean house with. There’s lots of cleaning to be done. We’ll
see you here on Saturday, May 5th.
CAN YOU HELP?
There is a Christian lady who needs a place to live. She is willing to
live-in with someone elderly and do house cleaning for them. Please help us fine
a place for her. You may call the church office at 901-755-7709.
SENIOR NIGHT
We will have a Senior Night for our graduating seniors on Wednesday night,
May 9th. There will be a slide presentation and a finger food
reception.
CONGREGATIONAL POT LUCK
There will be a congregational pot luck luncheon Sunday, April 29th
following the morning services.
Woodland
Hills Church of Christ