December 12- Youth Group at PLBC 7:00-9pm
December 19- 6th ANNUAL "Christmas at The Whitefords" 6:45-9pm
(location: 13909 78th Ave N Maple Grove, MN 55311)
December 20- Youth Christmas Presentation
December 19- 6th ANNUAL "Christmas at The Whitefords" 6:45-9pm
(location: 13909 78th Ave N Maple Grove, MN 55311)
December 20- Youth Christmas Presentation
Christians and CHRISTmas
Mom, Dads, youth read this and discuss as a family. Scripture doesn't specifically command believers to celebrate Christmas--there are no prescribed "Holy Days" the church must observe. In fact, Christmas was not observed as a holiday until well after the biblical era. It wasn't until the mid-fifth century that Christmas received any official recognition. We believe celebrating Christmas is not a question of right or wrong since Romans 14:5-6provides us with the liberty to decide whether or not to observe special days: One person esteems one day above another; another esteems every day alike. Let each be fully convinced in his own mind. He who observes the day, observes it to the Lord; and he who does not observe the day, to the Lord he does not observe it. He who eats, eats to the Lord, for he gives God thanks; and he who does not eat, to the Lord he does not eat, and gives God thanks (Rom. 14: 5-6).According to these verses, a Christian can rightfully set aside any day--including Christmas--as a day for the Lord. We believe Christmas affords believers with a great opportunity to exalt Jesus Christ. First, the Christmas season reminds us of the great truths of the Incarnation. Remembering important truths about Christ and the gospel is a prevalent New Testament theme (1 Corinthians 11:25; 2 Peter 1:12-15; 2 Thessalonians 2:5). Truth needs repetition because we so easily forget it. So we should celebrate Christmas to remember the birth of Christ and to marvel over the mystery of the Incarnation. Christmas can also be a time for reverent worship. The shepherds glorified and praised God for the birth of Jesus the Messiah. They rejoiced when the angels proclaimed that in Bethlehem was born a Savior, Christ the Lord (Luke 2:11). The babe laid in the manger that day is our Savior, the "Lord of lords and King of kings" (Matthew 1:21; Revelation 17:14). Finally, people tend to be more open to the gospel during the Christmas holidays. We should take advantage of that openness to witness to them of the saving grace of God through Jesus Christ. Christmas is chiefly about the promised Messiah who came to save His people from their sins (Matthew 1:21). The holiday provides us with a wonderful opportunity to share this truth. Although our society has muddied the message of Christmas through consumerism, myths and empty traditions, we should not let these distract us from appreciating the real meaning of Christmas. Let us take advantage of this opportunity to remember Him, worship Him and faithfullywitness of Him. |
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PLEASE NOTE UPCOMING SPECIAL DATES
* P.A.N.I.C. Meeting at T4C West in the youth room coming soon.
Mom & Dad this is a MUST watch video!!! Sit down with the whole family and watch this presentation on Evolution vs. GOD, it is AMAZING!!!! This is by far the best presentation I have seen on the subject.
Don't miss out!!! Next Special Bible study and prayer meeting at the Whiteford's house will be
Friday May 16th.
You can drop your youth off between 6:45-7:00pm
and pick them up after prayer meeting
by 9:00-9:15pm or earlier.
Friday May 16th.
You can drop your youth off between 6:45-7:00pm
and pick them up after prayer meeting
by 9:00-9:15pm or earlier.
P.A.N.I.C. Meeting
Next Parent meeting is TBD(to be determined)
We will meet in the youth room downstairs immediately after Bible study-
We will plan on being done by 9:55pm.
Don't forget to START memorizing the book of
Colossians
Colossians
Parents discuss with your teens what they have learned this past Friday & Sunday and parents email me what you learned from your teens.
Challenge for all
youth and parents!!!!
Find one christian service activity per month to do together as a family.
youth and parents!!!!
Find one christian service activity per month to do together as a family.
Don't Miss Out On
Friday Night Youth Group at 7pm!!!
Friday Night Youth Group at 7pm!!!