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The Citizen, 1991-09-04, Page 16PAGE 16. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4,1991. From the Minister's Study God held nothing back ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA ft ‘>•7 I |M !Z* J BY PASTOR BOB BARNHART BLYTH CHURCH OF GOD One of the most well known verses in the Bible is John 3:16. Yet we forget what a powerful verse it is because we are so famil­ iar with it. Listen to these words as if you are hearing them for the first time: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” God sent his son to die on a cross. When we look at the cross we can get a glimpse at God's heart of love for us. The cross was the only way that he could show us his love for us. He took all the sin of the world upon himself through Christ. That is the sin of every per­ son who has or ever will live and banished it for all time. Look and see the Christ bleeding and dying on that cruel cross and then entering into the very depths of hell to offer us the free gift of salvation. When we allow Christ to enter into us the first instinct of the renewed heart is love. Nothing could influence our lives as much as the love of God. Christ didn't die to make God love us but rather because God has always loved man with an eternal love from the very beginning of time and creation. That is important and is so wonderful. God doesn't tell us to clean up our act and then say “I love you”. God loved us before. Romans 5, verse 8 says “But God demonstrated his own love for us in this while we were still sinners Christ died for us.” We don't earn God's love. Along this same line, think about this: if God so loved before how much more will he want to do for us if we accept Christ. This is what the author is saying three verses later in Romans five, 11 it says.” For if when we were God's enemies we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life.” God held nothing back. God sent the best when he sent his son. When we accept Christ as saviour God is not going to hold back until we prove ourselves he is going to freely give us of his glorious riches. It is amazing when you really stop to think about it. Lastly when we love God and are filled with his love we are channels of love to others. We cannot really love God if we don't love others around us. We should show our love by being concerned about peo­ ple's physical welfare and their spiritual welfare. We may never love as much as God does but we can work at its. We can help a hurt­ ing world. The best evangelism tool is to love another. Jesus said in John 13, 35. “By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” If we remember God's love we can then seek to love others. Rev. E. Paul Acton 887-9273 SEPTEMBER 8 - PENTECOST 16 TRINITY, BLYTH ST. JOHN'S , BRUSSELS 9:30 A.M. 11:30 A.M. BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH Rev. Cameron McMillan 887-6259 Manse 887-9313 11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship Service Sunday, Sept. 8th Church Office 9:30 a.m. - Ethel Worship Service O Lord,- Thou art my (fod and "King Duffs plans anniversary 11:00 a.m. - Morning Service - Sunday School 9:30 a.m. -Belgrave Service We welcome you to come and worship with us MELVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BRUSSELS Rev. Carolyn McAvoy Church services resumed on Sun­ day at Duffs United Church when Rev. Bonnie Cole Amal took as her sermon, “Facing Change with Strength”. The offering was received by Doug Fraser and Neil McGavin. The U.C.W. will hold a joint meeting this Wednesday, Septem­ ber 4 at 8 p.m. in the church base­ ment. September 8, 11 a.m. is bluevale Anniversary with lunch to follow. There will be no service at Walton. Sunday, September 15 will be the Sacrament of Baptism. Any­ one requesting a baptism should let Bonnie know immediately. Plans have been made for Duffs Anniversary on Sunday, September 22 at 11 a.m. A pot luck luncheon is to follow. There will be special music. Rev. Dr. Oz Cole Amal is guest speaker. There will be no ser­ vice at Bluevale. Sunday, Septem­ ber 29 is Sacrament of Holy Communion. HURON CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH PASTOR JAMES H. CARNE AUBURN 526-7515 10 a.m. - Family Bible Hour 11 a.m. -Morning Service 8 p.m. - Evening Service Wednesday - Prayer & Bible Study Friday 7:30 p.m. -Youth United Way may start in Huron The United Way Steering Com­ mittee for Huron County held its first meeting on August 12 in the hopes of determining which direc­ tion the project will take. Assisted by the Sarnia-Lambton United Way the committee’s goals are to establish a board of directors, apply for a registered charitable number, ensure a smooth transition from project to operational and to promote the formation of a Huron County United Way. Some of the processes involved will be setting allocation guidelines for possible member agencies and forming a campaign committee to canvass all areas of the county. A short canvassing campaign of about four weeks will be encouraged to help committee members gain experience in running campaigns of that nature. United Way representative Glen Sauve said the campaign would cover some of the operating costs for the year if the committee should choose to hire staff. Some of the United Ways in other areas are operated strictly by volunteers. There are 122 United Way offices throughout Canada, present­ ly. Last year, these managed to raise $210 million to support 3,600 social service agencies. Mr. Sauve said that the outlook looks very promising for a United Way branch in Huron County. The Sarnia-Lambton United Way is interested in helping to get one started in Huron, he said, and have applied for a grant for the project which will be completed in early October. Mr. Sauve, said a study of the area has shown there is a definite need for United Way funding in Huron County in addition to having the necessary support to run a cam­ paign. Blyth United Church 1930. DONALD JOHNSTON Donald Johnston of Centralia, passed away at South Huron Hospi­ tal in Exeter on Wednesday, August 28, 1991. He was in his 61st year. Mr. Johnston was the beloved husband of the former Charlotte Linington and the dear father of Wendy (Mrs. Robert) Lunn of Grand Bend, Edward of Exeter and Dennis of Goderich. He will be lovingly remembered by his mother Mrs. Gladys Johnston of Blylh. A grandson, Jamie, and two sisters, Doris (Mrs. Robert) Bulmer of London, Bernice (Mrs. Gordon) Shortt of Brantford and Elaine Alblas of Huron Park arc also left to mourn his passing. He will be missed by his many nieces and nephews. Mr. Johnston was prede­ ceased by his father Edward in 1957 and his brother Murray in Visitation was held al the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home in Dashwood on Friday afternoon and evening. Rev. Robert Degraw officiated at the funeral service on Saturday, August 31 at 11 a.m. Cremation followed with interment at Clinton Ceme­ tery. As expressions of sympathy donations to a charity of one's own choice would be appreciated by the family. news Rev. Ramirez opened the service at Blylh United Church Sunday morning with the Call to Worship followed by the hymn “Great is thy Faithfulness”. The responsive read­ ing was Psalm 27. The scripture reading was from Mark 14, 32- 38.The hymn “What a Friend we have in Jesus” was sung. The ser­ mon was “Our need to watch and pray”. The hymn “Take Time to be Holy” was sung followed by the benediction and choral response. BLYTH UNITED CHURCH Rev. Lorenzo Ramirez 11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship Service Junior Church - Nursery What shall I render to the Lord for all his benefits toward me? Psalm 116: 12 Church Office 523-4224 BLYTH CHRISTIAN 2^ REFORMED CHURCH HIGHWAY 4, BLYTH DR. W.H. LAMMERS Sunday at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. The Church of the "Back to God Hour" and "Faith 20" Back to God Hour 10:30 a.m. CKNX Sunday Faith 20 5:00 a.m. Weekdays, Global T.V. AU Visitors TVdcome BRUSSELS MENNONITE \ FELLOWSHIP 9:30 a.m. - Worship Service 10:30 a.m . -Christian Education Hour Wg have FELLOWSHIP MEALS and ACTIVITIES for ' all ages. So to have FUN you know where to come, HERE!! Pastor: Tom Warner Elder:Sharon Freeman 887-6388 887-6564I \ 2:30 p.m. Installation of Tom Warner as Pastor of Brussels Mennonite Fellowship Pot-Blessing meal to follow Guests are expected and welcome RALLY SUNDAY SEPT. 8/91 - 9:45 A.M. AT BLYTH UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL Kids - 3 years to 14 years welcome Come and meet your new teachers, classmates and staff For more Information call: LORNA FRASER 523-9687