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April 4 - 6:30 a.m.
Prayer Breakfast at JB’s

April 4 - 10:30 a.m.
Sew In Love Bible Study

April 7 - 6:00 p.m. CCS Auction "A Night of Knights"

April 9 - Guest Speaker

April 13-16 - LTC Convention in Phoenix

April 23 - Guest Speaker

April 30 - Guest Speaker

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.
 

Slaying Giants in Your Life
By Ralph Crump

Part 15:
Defeating the Giant of Intolerance to Change

Twenty seven different changes in a man’s life are mentioned in Eccles. 3:2-8. Thus being flexible to and with change is essential for mental and spiritual well being.

1. We are living in a time of great changes. Toffler used the word TRANSIENCE to describe our time as he said no other word depicts our state of flux.
2. The ability of people to change varies from person to person, and even for the same person, it varies from situation to situation.
3. Tolerance for change is not necessarily age-related. Some young persons may be more resistant to change than are some older persons. However as we grow older many of us may become less inclined to change. It is easy for us to think the past was better (which Solomon says is not wise, Eccles. 7:10).
4. Change is hard to deal with when it comes quickly and unexpectedly, or in too great a volume.
5. Tolerance to change is related to the assessed value of the area in which change is to occur. Change is more easily accepted in areas of life that are considered less important.
6. Reaction to change is positive when the change is seen as beneficial to the goals or aspirations of the individual who lives by Christian Biblical values and principles.
7. Change should be undertaken when it offers some advantage for our purposes as a church, and not just for the sake of change.

THERE ARE TWO GREAT AREAS OF POSITIVE CHANGE:

1. Change which is promoted by Scripture, and is either part of a corrective process, or is intrinsic to growth or progress in the Faith. Heb. 11:6; 2 Peter 3:18.
2. Change which is a matter of choice and which may appear to be expedient. (See I Cor. 6:12; 10:23). In the latter case, great care must be taken not to carelessly override the scruples of others. At the same time, it must be noted that the Scriptures which warn against using our areas of liberty in a way that causes others to sin by violating their consciences, or to fall away; were not intended to be used as a threat by brethren who are not about to fall away, but just have a different opinion.

Such an effort to use these passages to manipulate or to control a church is Biblically unfounded.

In the midst of continual changes in our life let us TAKE COMFORT IN THE FACT THAT JESUS NEVER CHANGES. “JESUS CHRIST THE SAME YESTERDAY AND TODAY, AND FOREVER” Heb. 13:8. To be continued.

Shepherd's Corner

IN THE PERFECT garden of creation, God instituted marriage to enable committed couples to cultivate happiness, to support the family, and to build communities. HOW? Christians are led by the Spirit and can find strength and encouragement in Christ. Prayerful persistence is better than simplistic answers. With Christ in us, we can become more than conquerors through Him who loved us. Christian couples can work to make their marriage work and have confidence in God’s creation of marriage. Commit to the following TEN MARRIAGE VALUES & PRINCIPLES:

1. COMFORT EACH OTHER. Provide a refuge and sanctuary for each other from the chill winds of the world.
2. CARESS AS YOU WOULD BE CARESSED…Remember that as babies can die with lack of touching so can marriages wither from lack of closeness.
3. BE A FRIEND AND PARTNER...Friendship can be a peaceful island, separate and apart in a world of turmoil and strife.
4. BE OPEN WITH EACH OTHER...Bind not yourselves in the secretness that causes suspicion and doubt.
5. LISTEN TO EACH OTHER...LEARN TO LISTEN TO UNDERSTAND RATHER THAN LISTENING TO ARGUE.
6. RESPECT EACH OTHER’S RIGHTS...Each owns himself, and has the right to equality.
7. ALLOW THE OTHER TO BE AN INDIVIDUAL...Accept the other as they are, as you would have yourself accepted.
8. GIVE EACH OTHER APPROVAL...Remember criticism divides, while compliment encourages.
9. CHERISH YOUR UNION...Maintain enough separateness to allow each other his or her own unique oneness.
10. LOVE ONE ANOTHER...Above all else...Love One Another.

-The Elders

WEEKLY BULLETIN

Welcome to the Family!
Randy & Judy Wakefield and their daughter, Cassie, would like to be recognized as members of the Dalton Gardens church body. Be sure to welcome them into the family here.
Their address is:
1270 N. Kaniksu St.
Post Falls, ID 83854
457-0710

THANK YOU!
A BIG THANK YOU to the 5 Ladies that were able to help on our Media Room
reorganization workday. A lot was accomplished but we are not finished yet. If you have any spare time to be able to help, please see Jean Grow. A SPECIAL THANK YOU to Don Flanagan and Dean Lindell for building our additional shelves. GOD can always use our helping hands!

"It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.”
-I Corinthians 13:7-8a

Marriage Seminar
Today: 1:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the small auditorium

“A Night of Knights”
Plan now to attend the Coeur d’Alene Christian School Auction this Friday, April 7, at the Coeur d’Alene Inn. There will be a special performance of the Broadway Musical Camelot by the CCS drama students. Buy your ticket now for this exciting event! Each ticket is good for one chance drawing and a delicious Renaissance style dinner prepared by CDA Inn’s Chef, Gene Tillman. Tickets are on sale now. Be a sponsor and get the Royal treatment. See Carrie in the school office.

Please take a look at the Auction Board in the foyer for a preview of items on the Bid List. Rhonda Sand of TMI Tours and Cruises has graciously donated a 7 day Bible Land Cruise for two with some famous people on board like Christian Author, Frank Peretti!

Match wits with Lads, LTC youths online
Do you know where Micah lived? How about the name of Manasseh’s firstborn, or the exact number of years that Lamech, son of Methuselah, walked the earth?

Thousands of youths are studying their Bibles as they prepare for the annual conventions of Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes and Leadership Training for Christ on April 14-16. They’ll answer questions and give speeches on themes from Genesis, Joshua, Judges and Ruth.

Organizers expect more than 10,000 participants at nine LTC sites, where the theme is “Take the Lead - Judges 5:2.”

PRAYER REQUESTS

Janet Blanchard and Betty Wilhoite are recovering at home from back surgery.
Logan Rude, Howard and Delvona’s grandson, has been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease and is at home and doing much better. Thank you for your prayers.
Bea Phippen fell and broke her hip and is back at Pinewood recovering from surgery.
Pray for healing for Pat Irmer's feet.
Jerry Riggs is recovering from arthroscopic surgery on his right knee.
Wayland Lipscomb is suffering with pain in both of his shoulders.
Delores Huseby is recovering from pneumonia.
Diane Westerfeld, a member of the Priest River church, is at Ivy Court, Room #20.
Don Rude injured his knee and is in pain.
Pray for Carole Fredrikson as she continues with her treatments.
Ken Arnold is struggling with health issues and is at Lacrosse Rehabilitation Center.
Ellen Fredrikson, Keith’s mother, is in the hospital in Port Orchard with pneumonia.
Pray for the Kabiye Christians and the Team of Missionaries in Togo, West Africa. Especially keep Becky Reeves in your prayers as she is having complications with her pregnancy.

In Sympathy
Our thoughts and prayers are with John Simpson in the loss of his father, Bob Simpson last Monday in Ohio. Remember to keep John and his family in your prayers during this time of loss.

Remember to keep Mark Mood’s family in your prayers in the loss of his Uncle Bob. Especially keep his Aunt Lorraine in your prayers during this difficult time.

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"Auction Time is Here!"
By Dan Dupey

This time of the year is always a special time for the Christian school and the Dalton congregation! We join hands and share an evening together! We have a fellowship meal prepared by the top chefs of the Coeur d'Alene Inn, visiting together, placing our silent auction bids, and listening to the great entertainment of the Christian school Jr. High class! This includes several students you know personally. (Josh Nelson, Alan Frisk, Ronnie Ross, Micaela Dehlbom, Robin Flanders, Felicia Rex, attend services here often) Let’s support them! But, also several other students from this class will be performing and entertaining you for the evening. A great opportunity to show your Christian Love, support, and encouraging words in sharing Christ!

I know, when we think about it, that being Christ-like is being a 'server’ and an encourager. It is such an easy thing to do, and Jesus knew this, but it is so difficult at the same time. It is just that we all get so busy and do not take the time or possibly, think it is so insignificant that it does not matter. However, we have all experienced and know how far a simple encouraging word can go! Let's all try more.

This is an opportunity to support the Christian school while, at the same time, have an exciting evening of eating and out-bidding your neighbor! Pull down the cookie jar and get ready to bid!

We have several great items for bidding opportunities! This is a special time for the school where funds are needed to help meet payroll for our teachers. What a great way to help out as a Christian family! If possible, please attend! The evening program will run from about 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Friday.

We appreciate all those who have donated, purchased tickets already and sponsored tables for dinner. By the way, if you need a "spot" at a table already purchased, please contact me! We are Ready to Go! We also appreciate ALL the extra time and effort Georgette has put into this as our auction director! She has been a blessing.

-CCS just finished Spring Break and parent-teacher conferences
-We are at about 60 days remaining in the school year.
-Thank you for all your help and involvement with CCS this year!

BIBLE BUILDERS MEMORY VERSES
Children's Sunday A.M. Bible Classes

4 years - 6th grade for the month of April:
Ephesians 6:20 -- Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.

Quarter Memory Work — The Twelve Tribes of Israel

Congratulations to Shelby Nirk for winning her solo performance at Lake City High School. Keep her in your prayers as she now prepares to go to the state competition.

Teens’ Mark you Calendar
Tri-Cities Youth Rally
May 5th -7th, 2006

“NO DEBT! NO SWEAT!”
You are invited to attend Steve Diggs financial management seminar offered by the Richland church of Christ on April 9th & 10th at 6:30 p.m. The seminar is free and workbooks will be provided. Free child care will also provided. More information can be found at Steve’s web site www.nodebtnosweat.com.

Family Camp at Camp Prince’s Pines’ May 26th-29th

Renewal 2006
The Journey
July 26th - 29th 2006
The Everett Events Center in Everett, WA
Pamphlets are on the kiosk.

8th Annual Spiritual Growth Workshop
"Victorious By Faith" at the Lakeview Church of Christ in Tacoma, Washington, on April 20th-23rd, 2006. More information can be found on the kiosk.

Have You Experienced It?
The closing major event of the Pepperdine Bible Lectures is always something to be experienced! This year on Friday, May 5, Don McLaughlin will address the throng of Christians on “Life in the Son.” We’re sure to be challenged. Then we’ll rise, join hands, and sing the final song, be led in the final prayer, and say our good-byes. But we’ll have one more opportunity for late evening fellowships and events. Don’t miss it! Call 310-506-4270.

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