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Dear Shiloh Family,

     The little guy was very attentive as Mom and Grandma prepared the evening meal.  After a time of contemplation, he casually replied, “Are y’all making some of them temptation eggs?”

     To which Grand quizzed, “What kind of eggs?”

     “I want some of those temptation eggs.”

     Mother and Grandmother were usually expert kid-code breakers, but for a moment, this was one that required a bit of deciphering.  “Now tell us again what kind of eggs you want.”

     With a slight hint of frustration, little dude replied, “You know, the eggs that are cut in half with stuff in the middle.”

    Obviously, the room erupted in laughter, and Granna retorted, “You mean Deviled eggs.  Why did you call them temptation eggs?”

     “Well, in AWANA, they said temptation was the Devil.”

     From the mouths of Babes…What incredible insight!  At first thought, we judge that the lad didn’t have a clue what he was talking about.  But did he?  It seems to me the young man not only recognized the name of the Devil, even more, he understood the character of the evil one.   

     I’m afraid that we have become so enamored with Lucifer, Devil, Satan. and other proper names of who he is, that we have missed his character and the nature of what he is.  He is deception, he is lies, he is death, he is false light, he is a lion, he is contention, and yes, he is temptation.  The Gospel of John describes him like this;

John 8:44-45: He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own resources, for he is a liar and the father of it. NKJV

     My prayer is that we look past the neon signs, flashing lights, and the little man with horns and a pitchfork.  I pray that we have our spiritual, social, and moral radar tuned to recognize the true destructive nature of the beast.  

     God the Father is pleased when we resist Satan, run from his snares, and hate his nature.  In fact, our Good, Good Father has earthly and heavenly blessings set aside for those who do.  

1 Peter 5:8-11:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. 10 But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.  11 To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen. NKJV

     I would have never gotten burned by the beautiful flames of a fire if I had listened to my father.  

God bless you all, 

Pastor Derrell
 

General Announcements:  If you have announcements for the newsletter or Sunday morning service, please get them to Melissa by 12:00 PM on Wednesday.  This will allow the AV team to process relative schedules, letters, videos, etc…

 2024 NEW MEMBERS:  Haven Johnson, River Johnson, Thomas, Lisa, and Mary Grace Gray, Philip, Ariana, and Isabella Rayburn, Wesley Fisher, Shane Johnson, Matt, Amanda, Parker, and Emily Ray,

Brooklyn Britton, Gracie Wood, James Wood, Kerri Wood, Hayden Gardner, Elbert and Stephanie Britton, Linda Jones

2024 BAPTISMS: Havan Johnson, River Johnson, Shane Johnson, Wesley Fisher, Brooklyn Britton, Gracie Wood, James Wood, Kerri Wood, Hayden Gardner

UP AND COMING EVENTS:   

NEW FOUNDATIONS STUDY:  Brother David Jones will begin the FOUNDATIONS study next Wednesday, February 28th at 7:00 in the Main Auditorium.  

WEDDING SHOWER: There will be a wedding shower for Katie Barger and Landon O’Neal Sunday, March 17th, at 4:00 PM in the FLC. They are registered on Amazon, Target, and Crate & Barrel.

EASTER AT SHILOH:  March 31st.  

  • SUNRISE SERVICE: 7:00 AM, in the Main Auditorium.
  • BREAKFAST:  Immediately following the Sunrise Service in the FLC.
  • OUTDOOR EASTER SERVICE:  11:00 AM, in the parking lot. 

COLLEGE & CAREER: We are collecting plastic easter eggs & candy for the Children’s Easter Egg Hunt. Please see Jon Carson, Jeff Clemmons or any College Career student for more information.

CHEST OF JOASH DAY: April 21st. Chest of Joash Day is a Sunday set aside specifically for special offering and prayer for our building program.  Please, pray what God would have you give on this exciting day. 

THANK YOU: “Thank you so much for everything. We love ya’ll.”

The Phillips Family: Patsy, Michael, & Marty

THANK YOU: Thank you for your thoughts and prayers, the lovely arrangement. Your love and kindness brought us great comfort and will always be remembered. 

The Tucker Family

 PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS:  If you would like to meet to discuss membership at Shiloh, I would love to meet with you between the two morning services from 10:00 – 10:30 AM.  Please schedule the appointment through the church office.

ONLINE GIVING: You can use our online giving app for Benevolent Fund, Building Fund, or any other ministry.  Please use our Tith.ly app and designate the intended recipient.  If you haven’t already done so, you can download the app here for Apple or here for Android. You can also use our secure form or text the word "Give" to (844) 949-4039

If you choose to meet at the church during the week, PLEASE!  Let Melissa know the time and location (room) for your ministries.  It is imperative that we coordinate all gatherings at the church. If you have questions about Shiloh ministries, contact us at secretary@shilohbaptistministry.com.

RIGHT NOW MEDIA:  To access, text the code SBCROSSVILLE to the number 49775 and they will receive a text back, welcoming them to RightNow Media and providing you the link to register.

You can also use this link or the QR code below.


 

MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS

 NEW MINISTRY!!!

 SHILOH FOUNDATIONS CLASS:  If you are a new convert, a new member of Shiloh, a regular attender of the Wednesday night auditorium class, or would like to know more about what we believe, you are invited to attend the FOUNDATIONS class in the Main Auditorium.  Brother David will begin the study this Wednesday, February 28th at 7:00 PM.

 SHILOH HELPING HANDS:  Eddie and Polly White have begun a new ministry.  They are coordinating with church members to care for the needs of widows, shut-ins, elderly, etc….  If you have a skill (carpentry, lawn care, auto mechanic, painting, manual labor, etc.) and would be willing to volunteer to help those in need, please contact the office or Eddie and Polly.

 MINISTRY NEEDS:

 Audio/Visual Team:  Anyone interested in working in with the A/V team contact David Jones or Ricky Trew.

 Kitchen ministry:  Anyone interested in working with the kitchen ministry contact Kami Gentry or call Melissa in the main office.

 AWANA:  Our AWANA team needs Men to serve in the children’s ministry on Wednesday nights.  If you are willing to teach or simply listen to Bible verses, please, contact Melissa in the office.

 USHERS MINISTRY:  We would love for all men, ages 16 and up to sign up for our usher ministry.  The more people who participate, the less each person will be asked to work each month.  There are signup sheets in the vestibule or on the church website. If you have questions, contact Baylee Brown, Bill Newbille, or you can call Melissa in the church office.

 CHOIR PRACTICE:  Every other Thursday night at 7:00 PM.

 WOMEN’S MINISTRY: Ladies Bible Study “Sacred Rest” by: Saundra Dalton Smith, February 20th at 6:30 in the FLC. Please See Angela Brown, Juie Overall or Rhonda Jones for more details.

 Ladies Easter Craft Day, March 10 @4 PM. The cost is $25 per person/kit. Please see Kami, Juanita, or Rhonda for more info.

 MEN’S MINISTRY: Men's Bible study every Monday @ 6:30 PM.  Come enjoy Physical and Spiritual food and fellowship in the FLC.

 Men’s breakfast will continue on the third Saturday of each month at 9:30 in the FLC.

 SUNDAY WORSHIP:  8:30 and 11:00 AM in the main auditorium.

 SUNDAY SCHOOL:  9:45-10:45

 CHILDREN’S CHURCH:  Tya Mercer will be conducting children’s church (Pre-K) during the 2nd service.

 JR. CHURCH:  (K-5th grade) will meet upstairs in the FLC during the 2nd service.

 NURSERY:  Nursery will now be provided in both services.  However, we are still in need of adult workers in both services.  If you would volunteer to work in either service, please contact Lea or call Melissa at the church office.

SUNDAY SCHOOL:  Several of our SS classes and small groups are meeting at various non-traditional times throughout the week. Morning Sunday School will be between services and will begin at 9:45. Some of the locations have temporarily changed.  Teachers, please contact members and prospective members and inform them of the times and location of their class.

 WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 

  • ADULT BIBLE STUDY/Foundations: If you are a new convert, a new member of Shiloh, a regular attender of the Wednesday night auditorium class, or would like to know more about what we believe, you are invited to attend the FOUNDATIONS class in the Main Auditorium.  Brother David Jones will begin the study this Wednesday, February 28th at 7:00 PM.

  • COLLEGE AND CAREER: Jon Carson will be leading a Bible study each Wednesday night.  The group will be meeting downstairs in the main building.  

  • YOUTH: The High School/Middle School youth group will meet upstairs in the FLC.

  • AWANA: 3 Yr Old through 5th Grade - Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 PM