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December 13 - 10:30 a.m.
Sew In Love Bible Study

December 15 - 7:00 p.m.
CCS Christmas Program

December 17 - 10:00 a.m.
Teens Cross-Country Skiing

December 17 - 1:30 p.m.
Senior Saints Holiday Gala

December 25 - 9:30 a.m.
Christmas Day Worship Service
No Bible Class or LIFE Groups
 

ASSEMBLY TIMES
Sunday:
  Bible Classes 9:00-9:50
  AM Worship 10:15 AM
  LIFE Groups * 5:30 PM
Wed. Classes 6:30 PM

*Other Bible Study Groups meet at various times. Call the office for information.
 

PRAYER HOTLINE —
Phone: Paul Swaim @ 964-0126
Email: prayers@dgchurch.org

Dalton Gardens Church of Christ
6439 N. 4th Street
Dalton Gardens, Idaho 83815
(208) 772-0541
Fax # 772-2963
E-mail: office@dgchurch.org
Web Site: www.dgchurch.org

The Dalton Gardens church of Christ is a Christ-focused family committed to WINNING the Lost, MATURING the Saints, and KNITTING the Body together in love.
 

Christian Counseling BY RALPH CRUMP

EIGHT PRINCIPLES OF BIBLICAL COUNSELING

Principle #8 -  Immediacy
This final principle is not necessarily different from the rest, rather it is part of several other principles that have been discussed. Ephesians 4:24 states, “Be angry but do not sin, and do not let the sun go down on your anger.” This tiny verse provides a wealth of information on personal and relationship problems.
First, it explains that anger is not sinful. Anger is a normal, God given emotion arising when problems occur. There is no reason to be shocked or ashamed when Christians become angry. Jesus became angry at times (Mark 3:5; John 2:13ff) but he did not sin (Hebrews 4:15).
Second, anger can lead to sin, and probably does so most of the time. This indicates there are right ways to handle anger as well as wrong ways. It comes down to a decision on what to do. Will we allow this emotion to cause us to do things the Bible declares as sinful, or will we seek the Bible to find proper, honorable ways to handle anger?
Third, immediacy! Paul commands that the sun is not to go down on our anger. The simple statement means what it says. If a problem arises it must be dealt with now - not tomorrow or the next day— but now.
In principle #2 (confrontation) we described how unconfronted problems place a person into a personal prison. The longer the problem is unresolved, the greater the feelings of anger, frustration, etc. As each day goes by more and more “baggage” is added. Thus the command, “Do not let the sun go down on your anger.”
In principle #6 (flee evil) we described how dangerous it was to dabble in or edge close to problems. They must be handled immediately. Sometimes fleeing is the answer. But they must be handled immediately.
I have dealt with so many people who carry around problems that are several years old. The size of the original problem pales in comparison with the enormous amount of “add on” problems collected over the years. Sometimes the grudges become so enormous the original problem is actually forgotten. How many years are wasted with selfish grumbling? How much good could have been done if the problem was handled as soon as it happened? How wonderful is the wisdom of God when he charged us to take care of problems right away.

SHEPHERD’S CORNER

Jesus taught, therefore every teacher of the law who has been instructed about the kingdom of heaven is like the owner of a house who brings out of his storeroom NEW TREASURES AS WELL AS OLD.

In New Testament times the scribe was responsible for the careful recopying of the Holy Scriptures. Unfortunately, most of the scribes in Jesus’ day had become proud and self-righteous. Nevertheless, they were students of Scripture, and at least some of them loved God’s word reverently and accurately and reverently. It was these scribes whom the Lord commended in Matt. 13:3-50, comparing them to the head of a great house, with treasures in the house, who could bring them out from time to time for the instruction and delight of all.

“Things new and old”. In the treasury of God’s Word, one who is “Instructed” in the old truths can always find new truths in its inexhaustible store. Both the old, well known and loved doctrine of Scripture, and stirring new insights which further illuminate and apply them are there waiting in the Word. If we love the Lord, we will love His Word and find endless delight in its study. Let us “grow in grace and knowledge of Christ 2 Peter 3:18. -The Elders
 

WEEKLY BULLETIN

Honor with a Poinsettia
Again this year, we are asking anyone who wishes to bring a red Poinsettia, any size, to help decorate the front of the large auditorium for the holiday season. It would be a sweet way to honor a friend or a loved one who has passed away. Please attach a small gift card so that we can acknowledge your donation.

"The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel--which means, 'God with us.'" - Matthew 1:23
 

Youth News

Teen Cross Country Skiing

Keith and Carole Fredrickson have invited the youth to their home in Spirit Lake next Saturday for a day of cross-country skiing. If you wish to go, here are the details:

TIME: Saturday, December 17 – meet at the building at 10AM; we should return around 6PM
WHAT TO BRING: Warm clothes and a sack lunch
COST: $11
RSVP: To get the group rate of $11 we need to rent the skis as a group – please let the Johnsons or the Rouses know beforehand if you plan on going. We also need to know if you have your own skis or need to rent skis.
SKI RENTAL: In order to rent the skis at the group rate, we also need all who wish to go next week to meet at the Ski Shack Friday night, December 16, between 4-6PM, for ski measurement. Dave Johnson will be there to coordinate the rental with Ski Shack during that time. Bring your $11 (or pay earlier) and your feet for measurements!

The Ski Shack is at 9437 North Government Way in Hayden. We will return to the Fredrickson’s around 4PM for some chili before returning to the building. See the Fredrickson’s, Rouse’s or the Johnson’s for more details.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Emily Ward is healing from head surgery from last Friday.
Wayland Lipscomb is recovering from shoulder surgery.
Carol Fredrikson has begun chemo treatments again.
Phoebe Hruska, Teri Dupey, and Clara Ward are suffering with pain from sciatic nerve problems.
Lori Gentry, Delvona and Louise’s niece, is recovering from ear surgery.
Pray for Ken Huseby for health issues and physical strength.
Dana Barbarick, daughter of Judie Sanborn, is going through chemo treatments.
Loretta Lee is recovering from stomach surgery.
Tucker Forbush is recovering from a tonsillectomy and having his adenoids removed.
Please continue to pray for Brenda Canham, our sister in Christ from Missoula, who has cancer.
Pray for the Kabiye Christians and the Team of Missionaries in Togo, West Africa.
Continue to pray for…..
Mark Mood, Wayne Pearson, Pat Irmer
Al Poland, Jeff Almond, Clayton Grubham

Theresa Priddy is scheduled for back surgery soon. If you would like to send her a note of encouragement, her address is:
2030 Leisure Dr.
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-0640

In Sympathy
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cooper family in the passing of Ron’s mother, Sheila Bellamy. Remember to keep their family in your prayers during this time of loss.

Wednesday Morning Invitation
Our LIFE group, which meets here in building on Wednesday morning, wishes to extend an invitation for you to join us this week, the 14th. We will be sharing some of our most cherished holiday memories and finger food with one another. Time has been moved to 11:00 am to better coincide with lunch time. Please join us for enjoyable fellowship by bringing a favorite finger food and your memories to share. Questions, call Ivan at 664-0426.

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"Give Thanks In All Circumstances"
By Marci Nelson

"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Why is it God's will for us to give thanks in all circumstances? Having a thankful attitude will bring us closer to Him and help us to be truly happy and content. He wants us to be happy. It is not easy to give thanks in all circumstances; however, we should work on it becoming a habit, and it will change our lives.
So. . .Be thankful when you are having frozen pizza for dinner, because at least you are not going hungry.
So. . .Be thankful when you have to scrape your windshields, because at least you have a vehicle to drive.
So. . .Be thankful when the remodeling of the church building is inconvenient, because we have a nice place to worship in freedom.
So. . .Be thankful when your job is stressing you out, because God is providing for you a way to provide for your family.
So. . .Be thankful when your spouse gets upset because you didn't call to let him/her know that you would be getting home late, because he/she cares enough to worry.
So. . .Be thankful when your children are not being thankful, because it will be a good example to them and you are blessed with children.
It is all a matter of perspective, and it is God's will for us to be thankful in all circumstances.
Here is a Thankful Poem by one of my students:

Thank you, Lord, for air, water, and food,
Everything that you have made is truly good.
Thank You, God.
Thank you for family and friends,
Your eternal love never ends.
Thank You, God.
And thank you for your house of praise,
Going there on Sunday days.
Thank You, God.
By Ara Fromm

God Bless You, and Have a Great Week!

CCS Christmas Program
This year’s CCS Christmas program is “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear”. Please join us this Thursday evening, December 15th at 7:00 p.m. in the small auditorium.

Corrected Winter Address
Virginia Filbeck
c/o Suzi Hollibaugh
9611 Indian Creek Way
Escondido, CA 92026
Ph. #760-297-1199

Library News!
Tim LaHaye’s “The Battle for the Family” (how Christian families become a target) and Gary Smalley’s “The Key to a Childs Heart” (a closer relationship with your child) are two books in the Lobby this week that can be checked out in the Library.

Food Donations
We are collecting items to make Christmas dinner baskets this year. If you are able to help out, we ask that you please have the food returned by Sunday, December 18, to the church office. Whatever you can do to help is greatly appreciated. Thank you. George

The Ornaments are Out!
In the foyer you will find our special Christmas ornaments hung on the tree. These ornaments contain the wishes of children close to our church family. We ask that packages are returned by Sunday, December 18th. You can leave them under the tree in the foyer or with Kim in the church office. Please return the ornament you picked up from the tree with your present. We’ll do the wrapping for you, and we hope you enjoy buying your special gifts! No time for shopping? We’re happy to do it for you! Please drop any donations in the donation box under the tree or at the church office. Feel free to contact Loretta Robinson at 762-2794 for any questions you may have.

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Phone: 208-772-0541
Fax: 208-772-2963
E-mail: office@dgchurch.org

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Closed daily from noon -1:00
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