The New Testament Baptist Church of Butler, Pennsylvania
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Investing for the Future
Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days - Ecclesiastes 11:1 A man was crossing by foot a barren area in the western part of the United States, and was nearly dead from thirst. Unexpectedly, he stumbled across an old, deserted shack with a hand pump out front. At the base of the pump someone had left a tightly sealed jug of water with a note attached. The note read, "Don't drink this water. Use it to prime the pump. Refill it for the next person." The man hesitated. He was terribly thirsty and, if by chance the well was dry, he would be pouring out his only opportunity for survival. Finally, he decided to take a chance. Slowly he poured the water down the pump, and worked the handle. As the last of the life-giving liquid was going down the pipe, up gushed a plentiful supply of fresh water. When the man departed, he left a full jug of water, and re-attached the note. But he added the words, "Try it. It worked for me." The word, give, appears more than 1,000 times in the Bible. Obviously, God considers giving very important. This passage, Ecclesiastes 11:1, is about sowing and investing, giving out and having the faith that God will give back to you in returnsomeday, if not immediately. Casting your bread upon the waters is not a give-to-get scheme. Why we give is just as important as what we give, and often even more so. Learn to give without regard for rewards. We don't give to get in return; we give because it's good to give.
Weekly Service Schedule
Sunday: 10:00 AM Adult & Childrens Bible Study Classes 11:00 AM Morning Preaching 6:00 PM Choir Practice 7:00 PM Evening Preaching/Patch the Pirate Clubs Wednesday: 7:00 PM Midweek Bible Study & Prayer Saturday: 10:30 AM Bus Visitation, Soul Winning & Outreach
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Those planning on traveling with Pastor & Mrs. Fisher to Santa Clara, California, to attend the Pastors & Workers Conference at the North Valley Baptist Church. must let the Pastor know by next Sunday so he can make travel arrangements.
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437 North Duffy Road, Butler, Pennsylvania 16001
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Parents with Infants & Young Children
Thank you for choosing to worship at the New Testament Baptist Church of Butler. Our prayer is that your heart will be stirred for the eternal as we sing songs & hymns that direct your heart toward Christ and challenge you through the preaching of Gods Word. There are friendly people at our Welcome Center in the lobby who will gladly assist you with any questions you may have during your visit. Allow us to make you feel at home during your visit. First-time adult visitors and families are asked to visit our Welcome Center to receive a hospitality bag with a gift card to Chick-fil-A.
First Time Visitors
Out of respect for your loved ones and those in attendance, we ask parents to use our clean & well-equipped nursery. This free service is available for newborns and infants (birth through 24 months). Your cooperation is needed and appreciated. Assistance is available at the Welcome Center.
The New Testament Baptist Church will be hosting a Harvest Party at the church on Saturday, October 19, from 4:00-7:00 PM. We will be serving pulled pork, corn-on-the-cob, hot dogs, and baked beans. The adults are encouraged to participate in a Cornhole tournament. Each family is asked to bring a dessert.
Saturday, October 19 4:00-7:00 PM Cost: $10/family $5/person
There will be a petting zoo with barnyard animals for the children. There will also be pony rides and a mini-hayride for the children.
MISSIONARY EMPHASIS MONTH: OCTOBER
Your family is encouraged to participate in these times of food & fellowship on Sunday evenings in September: Sunday, September 22, 6:30-6:55 PM Ice Cream Fellowship on the Lower Level (Bring your ice cream to share with others) Sunday, September 29, After the PM service Baptist Takeover at a Local Restaurant Our church family is asked to prepare their hearts for our Missionary Emphasis Month in October. Our hearts will be challenged to partner with soul winning missionaries around the globe. Sunday, Oct. 6Australia (The Eckels Family) Sunday, Oct. 27Samoan Islands (The Civale Family)
Electronic Devices
Cellular devices and electronic devices should be turned off, or placed in vibrate mode. We would ask that parents do not allow their children to bring electronic video game systems with them to church.
Food & Drink Items:
In the spirit of worship, and as an act of courtesy, please do NOT bring food items, coffee, bottled water, or soft drinks into the Auditorium.
