Bulletin

1. 4
Hugh
Vol. 43 March 20, 2018 Number 12
A Law, Not Destroyed, But
Abolished
“Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am
not come to destroy, but to fulfill” (Matthew 5:17).
Here Jesus plainly lets us know that His coming was not to destroy
the Old Testament system. He willingly lived His life under it, without
sin.
Instead of destroying, Jesus said He came to fulfill. Many Old
Testament passages point to Christ. He came to fulfill all of them.
As predicted, Jesus bruised Satan’s head (Genesis 3:15). He was that
great prophet to be raised up (Deuteronomy 18:18, 19). It was our Lord
who fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy of the virgin birth (Isaiah 7:14; Matthew
1:20-23). Then there was the perfect fulfillment of that beautiful
suffering servant passage in Isaiah 53.
Since Jesus did not destroy the Old Testament system, does that
mean that it is still binding on us today? Not at all! He abolished the
Old Law at His death (Ephesians 2:13-16).
Not being subject to that abolished law, which was nailed to the cross
(Colossians 2:14), we are now under the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2).
Please understand that if we really desire to learn things like how to
become a Christian and how to worship God acceptably, we must
consult the New Testament, the last will and testament of the Lord and
Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Robert Kingsley
ELDERS
Mike Childers..............397-6453
Dennis Hallmark .........255-5557
Mark Hitt.....................322-0917
Bobby Lindley.............260-9193
DEACONS
Wade Bryan.................419-5552
William Harris.............416-8149
Ricky Lindsey .............844-9944
Jeff Mansel..................871-0357
Harold Roby................844-5431
Joe Smith.....................397-4524
Jimmy Spearman.........840-8957
Michael Wilson ...........891-0891
PREACHER
....................................................
SECRETARY
Renee Childers
Office...........................842-6116
Fax...............................842-7091
E-MAIL
eastmaincoc38804@gmail.com
WEB PAGE
eastmaincoc.com
SUNDAY SERVICES
Bible Classes............... 9:00 a.m.
Morning Worship...... 10:00 a.m.
Evening Worship.......12:30 p.m.
Singing or Devotional
Last Sunday of the Month
MID-WEEK
SERVICES
Wednesday Classes .....7:00 p.m.
EAST MAIN CHURCH OF CHRIST
1606 East Main Street
P. O. Box 1761
Tupelo, Mississippi 38802
“Thou shalt observe to do all that they inform thee”
(Deut. 17:10)

2. Before You Hit
“Share” or “Like”
Before you hit “share” or “like” on that post or funny
story, let it simmer for a bit and consider Paul’s
admonition from Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brethren,
whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are
honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things
are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever are
of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any
praise, think on these things.”
Is it true? Each and every day, hyped up fear fed
articles are posted about new applications, foods,
vaccines, politics, local events, the family next door.
Many of them are just not so. Simple common sense
should tell us that one-half of these things are not so, and
discretion should eliminate the rest. If it is really that
important, take the time to do some fact checking.
Is it honorable? Not every noteworthy event in life
needs space in our heads. Mark your space with things
worthy of real honor.
Is it right? Fanning the fire of rebellion towards
things that are truly right tears down the very ones who
need help most.
Is it pure? It helps to become a little savvy with
social media. Sometimes and old friend will pass along a
great uplifting story, but they shared it from a Facebook
group or page that either has a foul name, or commonly
passes along material filled with profanity. Make a
choice to check out first if the story is true, and then find
a clean source to share. Not only will you help yourself,
you help those who you want to encourage.
Is it lovely? Your kids and grandkids are--that 14th
million “share” of “people of Wal-Mart” is not.
Is it of good repute? Remember your reputation.
When you share that page, your character goes with it,
for good or ill, they will be latched together from that
point on. Do you really think those two or three good
things are worth the filth one needs to swim through.
Is there any excellence? Is this really what it seems
to be, and does it provide the best you want those whom
you care about and lead to follow. Does it raise the bar?
Is it worthy of praise? Life is already full of enough
sorrow. Our broken hearts desperately need things
worthy of praise and rejoicing.
Remember Solomon’s admonition (Prov. 4:23):
“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the
issues of life.” --author unknown
Visitation Team #4
Visitation Team #4, Mike Ratliff’s team, will meet
this Sunday, Mar. 25 after morning worship services
in the multipurpose room. A food list is posted in the
foyer beside the tract rack. Also, if you are not a part
of this team, but would like to stay for lunch you may
sign the list as well.
52nd
Annual MSOP
Lectureship
The 52nd
Annual Memphis
School of Preaching Lectureship
will be held March 25-29 on the
theme “FAITH UNDER FIRE.” A
flyer of scheduled speakers and
session times is posted on the bulletin board across
from the library.
Maywood Christian Camp
Retreat
The youth in 7th
-12th
grades
and college are invited to the 7th
Week Retreat at Maywood
Christian Camp on April 6th
-8th
. This retreat will
bring together many who attend our regular week at
camp in the summer. The theme for the weekend will
be taken from 2 Corinthians 6:2: “Now is the time…”
The cost to attend is $40. See Jeff Goff or Chad
Ramsey for more information. (East Main folks can
see Tim Davis.)
All Ladies
Any lady who is interested in being involved in
community outreach is asked to meet in the
multipurpose room this Sunday, Mar. 25 at 1:30 pm.
John Duke is stationed in Long Beach, MS.
Matt Duke is stationed in Ft. Carson, CO.
Gabe Hood is stationed in Fort Lenardwood, MO
Caleb Williams is stationed in Jacksonville, NC.

3. Daily Bible Reading
March 21 .......................................... 1 Samuel 20-23
March 22 .......................................... 1 Samuel 24-26
March 23.......................................... 1 Samuel 27-31
March 24 .............................................. 2 Samuel 1-4
March 25 .............................................. 2 Samuel 5-7
March 26 ............................................ 2 Samuel 8-10
March 27 .......................................... 2 Samuel 11-12
Birthdays &
Anniversaries
Birthdays: Alicia Smith (Mar. 21),
Lavern Williams (Mar. 22), David Bates
(Mar. 26). Anniversaries: Hugh & Rachel
Scribner (Mar. 22).
Our Sick
Little Malachi Millard is still having ear problems.
He will see his ENT doctor & an infectious disease
specialist Tuesday. Katie Bates’ grandfather, Boyce
Miller, has been moved to Cedars. Frank Morrow,
Katherine Mansel’s grandfather has been moved to
Diversicare, Rom C6. Kyle Smith’s dad, Jerry, is
home from hospital. Betty Harrell, Raleigh Bass’
mother, continues to suffer with vertigo. Marla
Laney is home with pneumonia. Calvin Barber,
Lavern Williams & William Harris’ uncle, is in ICU
very ill.
On-Going Illnesses
Laverne Raper, Frankie Estes, Carester &
Charlie Ruth Hallmark, Adam McCurley, Bretta
Robinson, Mary Jordan, Donny Dulaney, James
Goddard, Sheba Tuggards, Ray Scribner, Bill Goff,
Mickey Bailey, Tonya McClendon, Mitch Maclean,
Jadon Parish, Tracey Wilburn, James Nichols,
Stephanie Fears, Linda Bryan, Judy Lee, Nathan
Hale, Shirley Owens
Nursing Homes/Assisted
Living
Clara Simmons, Nancy Haywood, Hilda Roberts,
Shirley McCarthy, Mary Southern, Veona Harris
Home Devotional
In what chapter of the Bible do you find?
Death of Sarah..........................................Genesis 23
Isaac & Rebecca.......................................Genesis 24
Jacob’s ladder...........................................Genesis 28
David fights Goliath...............................1 Samuel 17
12 Apostles............................................. Matthew 10
Quote Psalms 23:
1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he
leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths
of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the
shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art
with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence
of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil;
my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the
days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the
LORD for ever.
Memory Verse:
 Acts 2:38 “Then Peter said unto them,
Repent, and be baptized every one of you in
the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of
sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy
Ghost.”
Can you tell a Bible story from the
following picture?

4. Men to Serve Sunday, Mar. 25, 2018 a.m.
Announcements..........................................Mark Hitt
Bible Reading.....................................Ricky Lindsey
Opening Prayer .........................................Tim Davis
Lord’s Supper
Bobby Joe Lindley & Terry Kingsley
Serve Congregation, East Side:
Jalon Mansel, Harold Roby, Britton Smith
Serve Congregation, West Side:
Clinton Kingsley, Chase Stanford, Grady Vines
Lead Singing....................................James Simmons
Closing Prayer...................................Shawn Mounce
Ushers ...........................Dale Dulaney & Will Davis
Sunday Night
Opening Prayer ................................James Simmons
Closing Prayer............................................Joe Smith
Lead Singing......................................Hugh Scribner
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Prayer ......................................................Tanner Hitt
Lead Singing........................................ Greg Hughes
Contact Harold Roby if unable to serve.
The elders kindly request that men leading in public
worship wear the best dress clothes they have.
Greeters ..............................Zac & Savannah Tucker
..................................... Perry & Linda Hand
Prepare Lord’s Supper—March....................Rodney
& Amy Voyles
Nursery................. Debbie Vines & Sherry Kingsley
Pantry................................................................ Soup
Attendance & Contribution
Mid-Week, 3-14-18..............................................110
Sunday Classes, 3-18-18......................................145
Sunday A.M. Worship .........................................202
Sunday P.M. Worship..........................................143
Contribution (budget $7,900)..........................$6,884
New Sunday Service Times
Beginning on Sunday, March 4, the elders decided to
change East Main’s Sunday worship services on a trial
basis. We will meet at 9:00 a.m. for Bible class, at 10:00
a.m. for morning worship, and at 12:30 p.m. for
afternoon services. We will still have Wednesday
evening Bible study at the usual time of 7:00 p.m. Also,
the multipurpose room is available for any who might
want to bring their lunch and just stay at the building.