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Dear Shiloh Family,

     The young salesman raised an eyebrow as the rickety pickup rolled onto the parking lot.  He chuckled as the old gentleman ambled out and sauntered toward the new Chevys.  The two exchanged nods through the showroom window as the shopper strolled by in his Rocky work boots, Liberty overalls, and Braves ball cap.  

     Another salesman, fresh off his lunch break, noticed the fellow slowly walking around a particular fleet side pickup.  It presented a great opportunity to practice his skills, and the man bore a great resemblance to his grandfather. So, he decided if nothing else, he would invest time in the human race.  “That’s some more truck.”

     “Yep”, grunted the interested buyer.  “Does it have a 350 in it?”

     “Shore does.  And that particular vehicle has positive traction, power steering, and air conditioning as well.  Would you like to drive it?”

     “Nope, probably drives like a new un.”

     Chuckling, the younger man replied, “Well, let’s go in out of the sun and talk about it.”

     “Sounds like a winner.”

     Once inside, the two talked about the weather, politics, and the Braves’ terrible pitching.  Finally, the old man matter-of-factly asked, “You gonna give me your bottom dollar? I don’t wanna talk to yore sales manager or boss or the guy who sells them extended warranties.  Round it off to the best thousand.”  

     The adding machine rattled for a few minutes, the salesman wrote down a few figures, and then slid a piece of paper across the desk.  

     The frustrated buyer wrinkled his brow and replied, “Take them numbers off the end, round it off to $15,000.00, and we got a deal.”

     The half doubting, half confused car pusher shook his head and affirmed that he could probably meet the price, but inquired how the old farmer wanted to finance the truck.  

     “Sonny, I’ve worked hard all my life.  I never borrowed a dime from anybody, and I ain’t startin now.  If we got a deal, I’ll just pay you for it.”  At this point, the wise old gent stood up, reached in those worn-out Liberty overalls, pulled out a roll, and counted out 15, $1000 bills.  

     He had worked hard, saved hard, and invested hard.  The old man knew what he wanted and brought the money to fulfill the need.  The first salesman just didn’t understand what real stewardship looked like.  

     We have an opportunity to have anything we want at Shiloh.  It’s not about what we look like nor what we drive onto the lot.  It’s about what we put into it.  This Chest of Joash campaign and the next year is paramount to moving forward in the ministry of the Lord.  Many of you are working hard, saving hard, and investing hard in the ministries of your church.  You are storing up heavenly treasures with supernatural returns.  I don’t want to be like that first salesman and miss the blessings God has for us. 

Matthew 6:19-21: 19 "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal;  20 but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.  21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. NKJV

     Please, pray how God wants to use you next Sunday and the rest of the year.  You can have the church you want for your children and grandchildren.  

    We will end the service this Sunday with a time of giving and prayer for our church.  There will be no pressure, but I hope all will at least bring your family by the chest and pray together.  

     You will also be given the opportunity to pledge a monthly love gift above your regular tithes. This monthly pledge will be applied directly to the principle of the loan. I can’t wait to see what God has in store for us this Sunday and beyond in your families. 

Luke 6:38: Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you."  NKJV

Stewardship without giving is nothing more than a worldly savings account. However, the returns of a Godly stewardship are out of this world.

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, Jeremy Armour, Evie Mercer, Shani Short, Christian and Sydney Pendergrass

2024 BAPTISMS: Havan Johnson, River Johnson, Shane Johnson, Wesley Fisher, Brooklyn Britton, Gracie Wood, James Wood, Kerri Wood, Hayden Gardner, Jeremy Armour, Evie Mercer, Shani Short

EVENTS:   

NEW FOUNDATIONS STUDY:  Brother David Jones will be teaching the FOUNDATIONS study each Wednesday, at 7:00 in the Main Auditorium.

BABY SHOWER:  There will be a baby shower for Mikaela Jones Carpenter Sunday, April 28th at 4:00 PM in the FLC. They are registered at Amazon & Babylist.

MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT STUDY:  Pastor Derrell and Mrs. Anita are leading a Marriage Enrichment class in the FLC.  The next session will be May 19th, at 4:00 PM. 

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. 

GEORGIA BAPTIST CHILDREN’S HOME COLLECTION: We will be taking up donations of wet wipes, laundry pods, paper plates, paper towels, napkins, toilet paper, plastic ware, sweet cereal, peanut butter, jelly (grape) and Walmart gift cards are always needed and appreciated. ALL ITEMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NO LATER THAN APRIL 24TH. There is a collection box in the connecting hall.

VBS: June 9th-12th.

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:

VBS: JUNE 9TH – 12TH

NEW MINISTRY!!!

MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT SEMINAR: Sunday, May 19th, at 4:00 PM in the FLC.

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.

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.

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 9:00 in the FLC.

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.

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 be teaching this study 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