Bulletin, 1-8-19

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Hugh Vol. 44 January 8, 2019 Number 1
A Kingdom That Shall Never Fall
By Barry Kennedy
We are truly blessed to be citizens of the United States of America. I have yet
to meet a fellow American who truly desires to live in another country, though I know
there are some who do. We have confidence in our freedoms and liberties that have
been passed down to us from our ancestors. How often do we truly stop and
contemplate the possibility of this nation coming to an end? Many Christians reading
this may stop to consider the words of Solomon. “Righteousness exalteth a nation: but
sin is a reproach to any people” (Proverbs 14:34). We are fully aware of the possibility
of our nation’s collapse. That does not mean that we (Christians) walk around in a state
of panic or fear. David said it best “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” (Psalm 23:4). We too can have that confidence if we know that we are
part of a kingdom that shall never fall.
People must realize that there is more to “life” than the physical realm in which
we live. I recall speaking with a friend about the different attitudes that are displayed in
sports. We discussed how difficult a time some have losing and how important it is to
remember we can’t win them all. He then said that there is really only one win that is
important. Of course, he was talking about winning the Christian race we call life. The
reward at the end of this race is an eternal home in Heaven. Listen to the way that the
apostle Paul described this victory.
“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I
have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth
there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge,
shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his
appearing” (2 Timothy 4:6-8).
Can we truly say that is our future, or do we live in a cloud of doubt? God did
not make us to live in a world of fear, but instead He gave us a kingdom that will stand
forever.
The Bible is such an amazing book (Hebrews 4:12) in how it delivers guidance
(Psalm 119:105), reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness (2Timothy 3:16,
17). God included in His book to man prophecies confirming this kingdom.
Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon, was given a glimpse into God’s plan for the
future (Daniel 2). Daniel, the young prophet and slave in Babylon, was given
Nebuchadnezzar’s dream and interpretation by God (Daniel 2:19-23). Daniel explained
how that God had given Nebuchadnezzar the events leading up to the setting up of
God’s kingdom. Daniel explained how Babylon (the head of gold) was going to fall to the
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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 .............255-8136
Jeff Mansel..................871-0357
Jimmy Spearman.........840-8957
Michael Wilson ...........891-0891
PREACHER
Barry Kennedy ... (931)787-7108
SECRETARY
Renee Childers
Office...........................842-6116
Fax...............................842-7091
E-MAIL
eastmaincoc38804@gmail.com
WEB PAGE
eastmaincoc.com
SUNDAY SERVICES
Worship....................... 9:00 a.m.
Bible Classes............. 10:15 a.m.
Worship..................... 11:15 a.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)

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Medo-Persian kingdom (breast and arms of silver) and
they would fall to the Grecians (belly and thighs of
brass) who would then be overthrown by the Romans
(legs of iron and feet of iron and clay).
Nebuchadnezzar also saw a stone cut out without
hands, which smote the image in its feet and broke
down the entire image (Daniel 2:34-35). Daniel
impressed upon Nebuchadnezzar how that God would
set up a kingdom in the days of the fourth kingdom
(Rome). This prophecy would be passed down from
generation to generation until the fulfillment recorded
in Acts 2.
The Apostles whom Jesus chose were
promised physical life until they witnessed the
kingdom coming with power (Mark 9:1). He told
them (the apostles) that they would receive power
when the Holy Spirit was with them (Acts 1:8). On
the day of Pentecost, following Jesus’ crucifixion, the
apostles received that power and opened the door to
the kingdom of God, also known as the church
(Matthew 16:18, 19). That day three thousand souls
were added to that kingdom that Daniel said would
never fall (Acts 2:38-47; Daniel 2:44). Are we
members of that kingdom/church today or are we part
of a kingdom that will one day fall?
God is still adding souls to His kingdom today
the same way He did some two thousand years ago.
Are we going to gladly receive His word, be baptized
and be added to His kingdom (Acts 2:41, 47)? For
sixty years the Lord’s people here at this location have
been helping souls find entrance into that eternal
kingdom. Will you help us to continue that wonderful
heritage? After all, Jesus said, “Go ye therefore, and
teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have
commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even
unto the end of the world” (Matthew 28:19-20).
Mexico Mission Trip
Please keep Wade, Karen & Bethany Bryan in your
prayers as they are in Palenque, Mexico this week
working with Domingo and the congregation there.
Ladies’ Fellowship
The monthly
ladies’ fellowship
will be held this
Thursday, Jan. 10
at 6:00 p.m. in
the multipurpose
room. All the
ladies of the con-
gregation are invited! A food sign-up list is posted
beside the tract rack in the foyer.
Sr. Youth Activities
The Sr. youth will be going to Birmingham Jan. 19
for a hockey game. Please give Tim Davis your ticket
money. ALSO, if you are going to CYC, please give
your $60 for lodging to Amy Voyles by this Sunday.
Thank You Notes
Dear East Main youth & parents,
We want to thank you for the delicious lunch for us
Seniors. We appreciate it very much year after year.
And thank you to the ladies who decorated and made
the room so beautiful. We appreciate you also.
In Christian love,
Robert & Linda Parker
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Dear East Main friends,
I want to express my appreciation for the calls,
cards, food and especially your prayers during my
surgery and recovery. I will be finishing my radiation
treatment in January and ask that you continue to
remember me in your prayers. We love and miss you
all but have been brought close to you again through
your acts of kindness during this time. May God keep
you in His loving care. Mary Ann Wallace
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Dear friends in Christ,
Thanks to all who came to celebrate with us for our
50th
Anniversary. Your presence made our day even
more special! Thanks to all who have extended good
wishes. We love and appreciate our children and
grandchildren for planning and hosting the reception.
Love you all,
Buddy & Barbara Hitt
Community Outreach Item:
Lotion
John Duke is stationed in Long Beach, MS.
Caleb Williams is stationed in Norway.
Dylan Kelly, Steve Kelly’s grandson, is in Kuwait.
Ty Nichols, Patsy Nichols’ grandson, is in Oklahoma

3. Daily Bible Reading
January 9.................................................Genesis 26-28
January 10...............................................Genesis 29-30
January 11...............................................Genesis 31-32
January 12...............................................Genesis 33-35
January 13...............................................Genesis 36-38
January 14...............................................Genesis 39-41
January 15...............................................Genesis 42-44
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Birthdays: Malachi Millard (Jan. 9), Barbara
Bishop (Jan. 10), Annie Dilworth (Jan. 10),
Callie Bennett (Jan. 11), Judy Jones (Jan. 11),
Meredith Hitt (Jan. 12), Shelby Miller (Jan.
13), Jason Dickinson (Jan. 14), Maci Wynne (Jan. 15).
Anniversaries: None this week.
Our Sick
Jean Mounce had an appointment at UAB Monday
and was admitted for some abscesses they are trying
to get cleared up. Kristie Webb will undergo
outpatient back surgery Tuesday in Memphis. Gail
Geno is home recuperating from back surgery. Jill
Rice, Debbie Vines’ mother, continues at the
Sanctuary Hospice House. Lauren Lindley continues
her therapy. Dennis Hallmark become ill at services
Sunday morning and was taken by ambulance to
NMMC. After keeping him overnight, he is home now
feeling better.
On-Going Illnesses
Laverne Raper, Frankie Estes, Donny Dulaney,
Adam McCurley, Linda McCurley, Mary Jordan,
Bretta Robinson, James Goddard, Ray Scribner, Bill
Goff, Tommy Goff, Linda Bryan, Mitch Maclean,
James Nichols, Sheba Tuggers, Sherry Gregory, Shir-
ley Owens, Mickey Bailey, Sammy Carson, Nathan
Hale, Leroy Brown, Mike Stroup, Jadon Parish, Mary
Ann Wallace, Carol Nichols, Laura Jenkins
Nursing Homes/Assisted
Living
Nancy Haywood, Randy Attaway, Shirley
McCarthy, Mary Southern, Veona Harris
Area Youth Meeting
The Area Wide Youth
Meeting will be held this
Sunday, Jan. 13 at the
Oak Ridge congregation
in Baldwyn at 6:30 p.m.
The bus will leave the
building at 5:45 p.m.
Girls’ Joyful Rebellion
The girls’ joyful
rebellion group will
meet next Wednes-
day, Jan. 16 at 6:00
p.m. at the build-
ing. All girls grade
5-college are
invited. See Savannah Tucker for more information.
Community Outreach
Program
Thank you for making a special Christmas morning
for our two boys Micheal and Jay. Because of you
they had a Christmas morning they can always
remember. Sincerely yours,
Randy Collum, Executive Directory
Pine Vale Children’s Home
Mr. & Mrs. Roger Sanderson
request the pleasure of your presence
at the marriage of their daughter
McKenna Caroline Sanderson
to
Parker Riley Tipton
son of Mr. & Mrs. Danny Tipton
February 23, 2019
at 2 o’clock in the afternoon
East Main Church of Christ
Reception to follow

4. Pictures for New Directory
We are currently taking pictures for a new church
directory we are doing ourselves. In the next 2 weeks
we hope to have everyone’s picture made and begin
the printing of our directory. We are asking
EVERYONE to please have their picture made so
that everyone will know who you are. We are
taking pictures after services on Sunday mornings in
the multipurpose room. If you have NOT had your picture made yet, please
contact Renee Childers. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation!
Men to Serve Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019 a.m.
Announcements..........................................Mark Hitt
Bible Reading..........................................Tanner Hitt
Opening Prayer ...........................Bobby Joe Lindley
Lord’s Supper
Hugh Scribner & Tim Davis
Serve Congregation, East Side:
Mike Ratliff, Jimmy Spearman, Eddie Simmons
Serve Congregation, West Side:
Britton Smith, Jalon Mansel, Will Davis
Lead Singing....................................James Simmons
Closing Prayer................................... Terry Kingsley
Ushers ........................Andy Baldwyn & Zac Tucker
Please meet in the library by 8:45 a.m.
Sunday Afternoon
Opening Prayer .................................Jacob Kennedy
Closing Prayer..................................James Simmons
Lead Singing.......................................Josh Kennedy
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Prayer ..........................................Hunter Underwood
Lead Singing........................................ Greg Hughes
Contact Jeff Mansel (871-0357) if unable to serve.
The elders kindly request that men leading in public
worship wear the best dress clothes they have.
Greeters ........................ Dennis & Debbie Hallmark
.....................................Mike & Hilda Ratliff
Prepare Lord’s Supper—January......................Terry
& Sherry Kingsley
Nursery......................... Amanda & Lexie Dickinson
Pantry...................................................Cake frosting
Attendance & Contribution
Mid-Week, 1-2-19................................................159
Sunday 1st
Worship, 1-6-19 .................................183
Sunday Bible Class ..............................................200
Sunday 2nd
Worship.............................................189
Contribution (budget $7,900)..........................$8,635