Summit Church of Christ

6015 Alexandria Pike Cold Spring, KY 41076

859.635.1141 www.summitchurchofchrist.org

Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider one another

in order to stir up love and

good works.

Sunday Bible Study - 10:00 am Sunday AM Worship - 11:00 am Sunday PM Worship - 6:00 pm Wed PM Bible Study - 7:00 pm

Live Streaming Services:

summitsermons.weebly.com

Elders: Daryl Denham - 513.310.2045 dmbdenham@yahoo.com

Billy Herald - 859.322.1021 b.ray50@hotmail.com Tom Painter - 513.502.5375 tpainter8@me.com

Deacons/Ministry Leaders: Adam Fuller - Community Involvement Brad Herald - Finance Chris Guin - Missions Gideon Devadason - Care & Encouragement Jeff Carnes Jeff Hammer - Benevolence Jeff Schaefer - Facilities Kevin Doerr-Visual Communication Neville Buchanan - Administration Paul Watts - Family & Fellowship

Steve Proctor - Education

Minister: Neville Buchanan - 859.359.2205 nevillewbuchanan@gmail.com

Seniors’ Transportation: 859.935.1978 Office Hours at Building: Mon-Tues.: 8:30-3pm

Friday: 8:30-11:30am

Be Courageous By Neville Buchanan

What does it mean to be “courageous”? During 2018 our Elders are asking us to exhibit courage. Two Hebrew words stand out to describe courage. Ḥāzaq and ’āmaṣ are very similar in meaning – to show ourselves as strong or to become strong. The other words show the source of our courage. Our heart and spirit can lose or gain courage (Dan.2:11). Also, if we were to act quickly and remain alert we tend to be more courageous. Moses, their leader, has just died. Joshua must take over and fill huge shoes. What do you think God’s counsel was? Joshua 1:6–9 (ESV) — 6 Be strong and courageous, for you shall cause this people to inherit the land that I swore to their fathers to give them. 7 Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go. 8 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” First, “be strong and courageous” is mentioned three times and throughout the message. Every step of the way, we will need to remember this. I love the middle admonition the most: ONLY BE STRONG AND VERY COURAGEOUS. To the Jewish reader God was using the word courage twice (ḥāzaq then ’āmaṣ). Together with courage the goal is given – inherit the land. God has promised us that “the fields are white unto harvest”. Our goal is inheriting spiritual land – that is, the hearts of lost mankind. Second, “being careful to do according to all the law … do not turn from it … not depart from your mouth … meditate on it …careful to do according to all that is written in it”. Together with courage, if we keep His Word, we will “have good success” in whatever direction we are led. Thirdly, “the Lord your God is with you wherever you go”. So, the bottom line is: If we are strong and very courageous we will expand the Kingdom because we will have good success and because God is with us. We have already launched our 2018 “Be Courageous” campaign. Even though we have just begun, we already have 22 teachers teaching 83 souls in 12 countries. Including our prayer warriors and those who will help supply leads, we have 39 courageous volunteers. We are hoping that by December 2018 our main concentration of classes will be around our church building. Friend, can you find it within yourself to be in the courageous soul-winning business. Remember, Jesus has no plan B.

We love our visitors! We welcome you as our guest!

The Weekly Bulletin of the Summit Church of Christ

December 17, 2017

CHRISTMAS CARDS

FILE FOLDER BOX

The North Post is still open! Please

place outgoing Christmas cards in

the folder in

front of the

family name.

Also, don’t

forget to check

your folder

before and after

services to

collect cards.

“There’s Nothing Fake About It” by Andrew Ellis

During the holiday season, there

are many things that are planned

out. What we give someone for

Christmas, how much we budget to buy gifts, where we

spend the holidays, how much we travel during that

time, etc. Working out these logistics during the holiday

season can be exhausting, but despite the chaos that

might be evident, there are always efforts to aid others.

There are special causes such as toy drives and food

drives this time of year to help make a difference in

communities. These are opportunities to show God’s

love to those we serve. While we are commanded to

serve others, it is important to be sure the way we

behave is authentic.

Romans 12:9 says, “Let love be genuine. Abhor what

is evil; hold fast to what is good.”

We should keep this in mind not only during the holiday

season but every day. Our actions should display a

certain genuineness. As Christians, there should be

nothing fake about what we do. Our good works should

be done because it is the right thing to do.

When we serve others, our actions should be genuine

and bring glory to God. People should know we are

Christians based on our actions. Sometimes, we may

have the right intentions, but our intentions need to

balance with our actions.

When it comes to being a faithful Christian, there is

nothing fake about it. Let’s be sure our faith is on

display not only during the holiday season but every

day.

LADS TO LEADERS

We are looking for participants and mentors. Please see Paul

or Rebecca Watts if interested or with any questions.

2018 COMMUNION PREPARATION

There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.

SENIORS MONTHY BIBLE STUDY & LUNCH

Tuesday, December 19th at 11am. There is a sign-up sheet

on the bulletin board.

DEVO & HOLIDAY PARTY

Friday December 22nd, 6:30-9pm. The youth, college, and

their families are invited to a devo/holiday party at Daryl and

Melissa's (6378 Hawks Nest Court Burlington Kentucky).

TEACHERS NEEDED FOR ALL AGE GROUPS

The first Bible class quarter of 2018 begins Wednesday, January

3rd. Please consider signing up to teach a Wednesday night or

Sunday morning class. Teaching material is provided.

Please see Steve Proctor for more information.

POTTER CHILDREN’S HOME GLEANER CANS

Available for pick-up at the welcome desk.

BIBLES TO SIGN

Please stop by the welcome desk and write a word of

encouragement for those recently baptized.

WANTED: BULLETIN CONTRIBUTORS

Any member interested in writing articles/devotions for the

bulletin, please email the church office (nkychurch@gmail.com).

Articles are needed for both the men and ladies’ devotional corners.

SUMMIT FAMILY MAILBOX

The mailbox is set up in the foyer. If you wish to send a greeting

card to someone in the congregation, place the card in the

mailbox and raise the flag. Postage is not necessary. It will be

delivered by the young ladies in the 3rd-5th grade class between

Bible class and worship every Sunday morning.

SUMMIT BOOK SHARE

Have you read a good book lately that you found to be inspirational,

or it has a message you want to

recommend? Just fill out a book form with

the title, author and a short description

and return it to the welcome desk. We will

print your information in the bulletin in order

to easily share with the entire congregation.

Summit’s Prayer List

Pray for these - Send a card - Make a call - Visit someone - Help with needs – Encourage someone today!

News, Notes & Announcements…

Becky (Peggy’s sister) Compound health

problems

Dave Hammer Jr. Back tumor growing

Diane White Waiting on biopsy results; cancer

of kidney

Easton Menkedick (Greg Menetrey’s cousin’s

little boy) Cochlear implant surgery

Linda (Jeannette’s Mom) Shoulder surgery

postponed

Mike White Undergoing therapy for balance

problems

Rick Clements (Michelle Hammer) Recurrence of

NHL cancer

Samantha Gides & her newborn Isla (Ken &

Norma’s great-niece) Isla born 9 weeks

premature

Sandra Huber (Denise Henson’s co-worker)

Recent quadruple bypass surgery

Shirley Hein Difficulty breathing

Will Rogers Back in the hospital with possible

infection, pray that he can be released to Health

South to finish rehab

Please pray for those teaching and being taught the Gospel from Summit. Pray for our 83 students and 22 teachers. We are teaching in the following Countries:

Ecuador 2

Spain 1

Ethiopia 1

Ghana 4

Kenya 2

Liberia 1

Nigeria 11

Peru 5

Philippines 2

United States of America 23

Venezuela 2

South Africa 19

Ongoing Requests: Al Hickey; Andy Arnett; Brian Eviston; Caleb Robbins; Dave Hammer Jr; Dan Hein; Sarah Singleton; Shirley Hein; Truman Sebastian & Wes Dunn Alicia Adams-Germany Ben Buchanan-Preaching School For our country and our leaders For our members to grow in the Word Godly Teachers at Summit Neville Buchanan-counseling work Our Community’s lost souls Our Country’s direction Summit’s 2018 planning efforts Summit Family-greater love for one another Summit’s Deacons-encouragement in service Summit’s Elders-wisdom & love for the flock Summit’s Members that attend infrequently Summit’s Seniors-faithfulness & mentoring Summit’s Teachers-thankful for our teachers Those of our Summit family not here

~ For the Record ~ Upcoming Events

Dec 19, Tuesday Seniors Monthly Bible Study & Lunch

Dec 22, Friday Devo/Holiday Party at the Denham’s

Mark Your Calendars

Feb 23-25 Commit Youth Challenge

Mar 30-Apr1 Lads to Leaders 2018

Attendance Class AM PM Wed

Nov 19, 2017 108 181 82 61

Nov 26, 2017 90 161 70 71

Dec 03, 2017 99 169 84 70

Dec 10, 2017 101 178 75 75

YTD AVG Attendance 177

YTD Baptisms 11

Contribution

Weekly Budget $4,839.00 YTD AVG - $4,685.06

Over/Under:-$7,624.01

Nov 19, 2017-$4,219.63 Nov 26, 2017-$4,550.07

Dec 03, 2017-$6,185.00 Dec 10, 2017-$4,523.70

Serving the Nursery

12/17—Sherry Juilfs & Kim Reynolds

12/24—Douwene & Samantha Pearson

Communion Preparation

December—Jeff & Renee’ Carnes

January—Hammer Family

Do you have an item for The Summit Bulletin? Please email it to Morgan at nkychurch@gmail.com by Thursday. If you have announcement items for the web site, or any

questions/comments in general about the web site, please submit it to nkychurch@gmail.com.

~ Order of Worship ~ Song Leader: Chris Guin

Call to Worship Hymn #1015 Jesus Loves the Little Children

Welcome: Bill Herald

Hymn #3 Hallelujah, Praise Jehovah!

Opening Prayer: Kyle Proctor

Hymn #361 Nailed to the Cross

Lord’s Supper: TBD

Offering: Deuteronomy 8:17-18

Hymn #448 The Greatest Commands

Scripture Reading: Brad Herald

Message: Neville Buchanan

Invitation Hymn #907 Hark the Gentle Voice

Closing Prayer: Bill Herald

NEVILLE’S AM SERMON NOTES:

HEAVEN, JOHN 14:1–6

When getting ready for a permanent move

it is essential to gather information.

1. Our d____________________________, :1-2

2. Can be k__________________, :3-4

3. And the G___________ set, :5-6

PM SERMON NOTES:

GUEST SPEAKER: WILL SHUR FROM

WORLD BIBLE SCHOOL

_____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________

~ PM Service Leaders ~ Song Leader - Bill Herald; Opening Prayer - Andrew Ellis

Lord’s Supper - Bill Herald Sr; Closing Prayer - Elder

~ Wed., Dec. 20th Service Leaders ~

Song Leader - Daryl Denham; Opening Prayer - Ken Carter

Speaker - Steve Proctor

“SPEAKING THE TRUTH IN LOVE” Can be seen on channels 17 (Spectrum) &

807 (Cin. Bell) at 12pm on Sun. & 5pm on Mon.

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBER

Luis Riera 10 Barma Drive

Cold Spring, KY 41076

Luis Riera was born again in baptism around 10am last

Saturday. The whole Kingdom of God rejoices!