KEEPING HOPE ALIVE

We cannot live only on hope. But neither can we live without it. Nobody knew this better than John Chapman. John Chapman was a man of great hope. He was born in 1774 inMassachusetts. In the early 1800's he got in on the opening of landin the Northwest Territory, as it was then called, of the new United States. He found small plots of land suitable for farming and cleared them by hand. He bought fruit seed in Pennsylvania every year and carried it to his many apple orchards, usually on his back the trees were large enough to transplant, he sold them to settlers homesteading the West. Eventually, he had little apple orchards spread around what would become the states of Ohio,Michigan, Illinois and Indiana. Most people forgot, or never knew, his real name, and took to calling him Johnny the Apple Man or JohnnyAppleseed. Johnny was a gentle man with a big vision. He was liked by most people who knew him, the native Indians and white settlers alike.His vision was to spread the goodness of apple trees everywhere people settled. Apples, he believed, gave the promise of harvest and hope that the wilderness would become home. Every tree he grew was a symbol of hope. Johnny had another curious habit. He loved books, but did not have the means to carry more than two, usually a Bible and a book of inspiration or theology. Because Johnny wanted to share his books, he carefully cut chapters out of whatever inspirational book he had available and loaned one or two chapters to families that wanted to read. He'd later swap those chapters for others when he came back through. In this way he left hope and encouragement wherever he traveled. His grave can be found today in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It says, "Johnny Appleseed (John Chapman). He lived for others."Johnny understood his greatest task in life: to keep hope alive. When we keep hope alive, then hope keeps us alive.
Steve Goodier

THIS WEEKS PRAYER

Thank God this week for the freedom and privilege we have to cast our vote according to our conscience. Pray that Americans across the nation would vote for what is godly and righteous. Pray that our current leadership and those newly elected into office would recognize their dependence on God and seek Him for wisdom in all the decisions they make. Continue to pray for the protection of our cities and borders, schools, young people, troops, Israel and the persecuted church. 1 Cor. 16:13; Mat. 5:37

Men's Support Group Meeting

We had a great time in the Lord last night. The anointing of God was so powerful Chad Sizemore led us in worship and shared his testimony. Several other men shared spontaneously as the Spirit inspired them. Men were coming forth for prayer and God was delivering.Others were seeking to be filled with His Spirit. God is still restoring lives, He is blessing and we are looking to Him for guidance and direction for the future of this ministry.

You know you are too old to Trick or Treat when:

10. You get winded from knocking on the door.
9. You have to have another kid chew the candy for you.
8. You ask for high fiber candy only.
7. When someone drops a candy bar in your bag, you lose your balance and fall over.
6. People say: "Great Boris Karloff Mask," and you're not wearing a mask.
5. When the door opens you yell, "Trick or ...." and can't remember the rest.
4. By the end of the night, you have a bag full of restraining orders.
3. You have to carefully choose a costume that won't dislodge your hairpiece.
2. You're the only Power Ranger in the neighborhood with a walker.

And the number one reason Seniors should not go Trick Or Treating...
1. You keep having to go home to pee.

NOTICE of CANCELLTION
YOUTH CONFERENCE 2007

Dear Friend,

I have bad news. Due to a conflict of dates with another event here at the International Offices, I must CANCEL the YOUTH CONFERENCE scheduled for March 16-18, 2007 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This was an innocent oversight on my part which could negatively impact the other event scheduled for the same date. I (along with others) have worked very hard to find an alternate date and site, but with no success. I’m very sorry for any inconvenience or disappointment this might cause.

Let’s take the positive approach. This gives us a head start on 2008 conference planning, fundraising, etc. Stay tuned for 2008 dates coming in the near future. God has something better—something greater for youth and young adults, youth leaders, and youth ministries! Keep the ReVolution momentum going in your local youth group, state/regional activities, but especially in your heart—live out loud every day. Every day is a new opportunity to serve Jesus by serving others!

Love and blessings,
Youth Ministry Director


Youth Ministry Department
Church of God or Prophecy
P.O. Box 2910
3720 Keith Street NW
Cleveland, Tennessee 37320-2910
423-559-5304
423-559-5302 - Fax
www.youth.cogop.org

Some Tricker's that we Treated

 

 

 

A New Generation of Adults Bends Moral and Sexual Rules to Their Liking

The Barna Update: October 31, 2006
The Baby Boomer generation placed its unique stamp on the nation, including its application of morality. But how is the subsequent adult generation – the Baby Busters – reshaping the nation’s norms regarding morality and sexuality? How does their lifestyle compare to biblical standards? The latest Barna Update examines the lifestyles and perspectives of adults who are in their twenties and thirties and provides challenging insights about the imprint Busters are putting on morality. To read this free report, click on the link below or go to the Barna Group’s home page www.barna.org
A New Generation of Adults Bends Moral and Sexual Rules to Their Liking

THIS WEEKS PRAYER

This week let’s humble ourselves, repent and pray as we have never prayed before. Pray first for personal revival, and then that it would spread throughout the land. Continue to pray that our nation would turn back to God and that righteousness would prevail in our federal, state, and local governments. Pray that the candidates who have integrity and stand for righteousness would be the ones elected into office this November. 2 Chron. 7:14

Harvest Festival Was A Blast

 

 

 

 

 

Ending of Another Month

October has been a wonderful time for us at Browntown. We had a week of revival services which is unheard of any more and yesterday was the finally of Pastor's Appreciation Month and Family Day with 84 in attendance.

Conference with Bryan Cutshall

Wow, what a great time. It was in the top 5 of conferences I've been to in my life. The information we received was presented in a applicable format and was biblical supported.
I'm looking forward to studing and applying the miteral that I purchased.
Please pray that God will bless the work here at Browntown.

Harvest Festival

We want to invite everyone to come join us Saturday evening for a great time. We have planned games and candy for the young children, chili, hotdogs, and other wonderful stuff for everyone. We will also have a hay ride, bonfire and singing under the stars. Fun starts at 5:00 p.m.