I.   Philippi: A Church with a Humble Beginning
          A.  A Business Woman
          B.  A Slave Girl
          C.  A Threatened Jailer
          D.  Prisoners who did not escape
II.  Philippi: A Humbled Leadership
III.  A Conclusion

We are thankful to have as our special guest Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries. As a communicator, Dr. Myers weaves together biblical insight, penetrating social commentary, fascinating research, and hilarious personal stories to motivate and challenge listeners.

We are thankful to have as our special guest Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries. As a communicator, Dr. Myers weaves together biblical insight, penetrating social commentary, fascinating research, and hilarious personal stories to motivate and challenge listeners.

1. A Conclusion - Ecclesiastes 12:8
2. A Competent Study - Ecclesiastes 12:9-12
   1. The workings of a wise man
   2. The writings of a wise man
3. A Commanding Close - Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
   1. Two startling commandments
   2. A startling declaration
4. A Challenge

This message is the sixth in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary will be doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values. Our Mission Statement is: To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.Our Values are that we are a people called to… KNOW the Word through worship and study,LIVE the Word at home and in the community,SHARE the Word through service and mission.Today, Pastor Mary will be focusing on the second value, Live the Word at home and in the community. James challenges us to be more than just hearers of the Word of God, but to apply what we learn from the Bible to everyday life. We are called to be DOERS of the Word of God.

This message is the sixth in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary will be doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values.
 
Our Mission Statement is:
To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Our Values are that we are a people called to…
KNOW the Word through worship and study,
LIVE the Word at home and in the community,
SHARE the Word through service and mission.

Today, Pastor Mary will be focusing on the second value, Live the Word at home and in the community. James challenges us to be more than just hearers of the Word of God, but to apply what we learn from the Bible to everyday life. We are called to be DOERS of the Word of God.

1. How Do People Handle Aging?
   1. Self-pity
   2. Despair that results in bitterness
   3. Uselessness
   4. Fear
2. What is the Picture of Old Age? - Ecclesiastes 12:2-6
3. How Can We Smile at Old Age? - Ecclesiastes 12:1, 7
   1. Begin old age with God as your friend
   2. Anticipate the fulfillment of old age

4. A Challenge

4. A Challenge

1. Enjoy Light Before Darkness Sets In - Ecclesiastes 11:7-8
2. What Is a Life of Joy? - Ecclesiastes 11:9-10
   1. When is it time to get excited about life?
   2. What are the hindrances to joy?
3. A Challenge