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Newspaper Page Textthesylvaniatimes.com The Sylvania Times Wednesday, March 6, 2024 - Page 15 -Church News- Words of Encouragement By Joshua Johnson, Special Contributor Pastor Oak Hill Baptist Church, tVtlLLEN “It’s Not Karma!” “Do not be deceived; God is not mocked, for whatever a person sows, that's what he will reap.“ - Galatians 06:70 Have you ever heard the terms, or used the temis, “bad karma” or “good karma”? Karma is an idea in Buddhism and Hinduism that says whatever you do will come back to affect you later. For instance, if you do a good deed, at some point you will be owed good, or if you treat someone badly, you will receive bad in the future. This concept of Karma is like a cosmic boomerang of action. The Bible addresses this concept - but it’s not Karma! Galatians 6:7 teaches us God’s law of sowing and reaping - “Do not be deceived; God is not mocked, for whatever a person sows, that's what he will reap.” Sowing means planting and reaping means harvesting. Put simply, this verse says that your decisions and actions have consequences. “Mocked” in this verse means “to sneer at”. We are sorely deceived if we think we can make bad decisions and expect God to bless their outcome. We are in fact sneering at God when we refuse His ways and His wisdom. I can’t go out into a field, plant cotton seeds, and expect apple trees to grow. If I plant cotton seeds, cotton plants will grow, and they will produce cotton. In fact not one of us would plant cotton seeds and expect apple trees to grow! Yet, when it comes to the actions we sometimes take in our personal lives, we choose to plant bad seeds and then are shocked when we harvest bad fruit! Galatians 6:8 tells us how to plant, “For the one who sows to his own flesh will reap destruction from the flesh, but the one who sows to the Spirit will reap eternal life from the spirit.” What does this mean? It means that you get to choose how you plant during your lifetime. One choice is that you can live your life for yourself, to satisfy your own selfish desires - but in the end you will reap destruction, eternal death in hell. The other choice is that you can trust in Jesus as your Savior by repenting of your sins and following Him as Master, and you will reap eternal life in Him. The greatest evidence of God’s law of sowing and reaping is Romans 10:13 calls on the name of the Lord will be saved!” ‘Whoever Church Bulletin. Boar Elam Baptist Church is accepting applications for Associate Pastor of Youth, 5199 Elam Road, Millen. West Millen Baptist Church is looking for a full time pastor. Please email: westmillensearchcomm@ gmail.com or P.O. Box 599 Millen, GA 30442 Hiltonia Trinity Church is seeking a part-time pastor to lead our church and preach God’s word. Send resume to: s4hand@yahoo.com Rejoice in Cinema: 4 Christian Movies for Easter Viewing As Easter approaches, many find solace and inspiration in the messages of hope, redemption, and faith portrayed in Christian movies. Whether you prefer the big screen experience or the comfort of your own home, here's a curated list of four Christian movies that promise to uplift your spirits and deepen your connection to the Easter season. 1. "The Ten Commandments" (1956) Cecil B. DeMille's epic masterpiece brings the biblical story of Moses to life, from his infancy to the liberation of the Israelites. This cinematic spectacle is a perennial favorite during the Easter season. 2. "Miracles from Heaven" (2016) This heartwarming tme story follows a young girl's miraculous healing and the profound impact it has on her family and community. "Miracles from Heaven" explores the resilience of faith in the face of life's challenges. 3. "I Can Only Imagine" (2018) This inspiring film tells the true story behind the hit song of the same name, exploring the redemptive power of forgiveness and the transformative impact of faith on a young musician's life. 4. "Heaven is for Real" (2014) Based on the best-selling book, "Heaven is for Real" recounts the real-life experiences of a young boy who claims to have visited heaven during a near-death experience. The film explores themes of faith, family, and the mysteries of the afterlife. As you gather with loved ones this Easter season, consider immersing yourself in these compelling Christian movies that celebrate the essence of faith, sacrifice, and redemption. Whether in theaters or through streaming platforms, these films offer an enriching and reflective cinematic experience. Loving God. Loving Others. Making Disciples U -fill AM Sunda y Momi "g ■ UUMIVI Praises, Worship Oak Hill Church Oak Hill Church Road Millen, Georgia 30442 (478) 982-1616 Bay Branch Baptist Church 4029 Millen Hwy Sylvania, Ga 30467 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 Pastor: Rev. Blake Hicks Bethel Brick United Methodist Church 1259 Oglethrope Trail Sylvania, GA. 30467 (912)829-6924 Pastor: John Powell Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer: 12 noon Sunday Children Church: 11:30am Buck Creek Church 2545 Buck Creek Rd Sylvania, GA 30467 Church 912-863-4165 Pastor: Carroll Gay Cell: 478-494-6228 Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Family Dinner and Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. Double Heads Baptist Church 141 Captola Road Sylvania, GA., (912) 863-6101 Pastor: BJ Horne Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 6:30 p.m. Sunday Theology Class meets at 9:45 a.m. Douglas Branch Baptist Church 116 Douglas Branch Church Rd. Rocky Ford, GA 30455 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Morning Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Pastor: Wayne Powell 912-425-9804 First Baptist Church 214 S. Main Street Sylvania, GA. 30467 Associate Pastor Rev. Clint Sheppard and Worship Pastor Rev. Tom Campbell Sunday School: 9:45 am Morning Worship: 11:00 am Evening Worship: 6:30 pm Wednesday Night Adult Bible Study: 6:45 pm Children’s Snack Supper: 5:30 pm Children’s Choirs: 6:00 pm RA’s/GA’s/Mission Friends 6:45 pm Youth (7-12 grades):6:00 pm First Christian Church of Sylvania 306 Frontage Road Sylvania, Georgia Pastor Jay Akin Sunday School - 9 am Worship Service 10 am Wednesday Night Meal 6 pm Wednesday Night Service 6:45 First Congregational Church of Sylvania 246 Goloid Church Rd., Sylvania, GA 912-531-6608 Worship 10 a.m. Children’s Church 10:30 a.m. Life Group Bible Studies Monday 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Dr Benny Tate @ RockSprings.com Lay Leaders: Dale Forehand & Tommy Pace “Come As You Are” First United Methodist Church 201 N. Main Street, Sylvania, GA 30467 912-564-2747 Pastor: Dorsia Atkinson Sunday School: 9:45 A.M. Morning Worship: 9:00 A.M. (In Fellowship Hall) 11:00 A.M. (In The Sanctuary) Tuesdays: School Prayer Breakfast (Middle & High School) 7:00 A.M. Adult Bible Study 1:00 pm Wednesday: Supper & Devotional 6:00 - 7:30 pm Youth & Children Activities 6:00 - 7:30 pm Goloid Baptist Church 296 Goloid Church Road Sylvania, Georgia 30467 (912)863-7660 Pastor, Keith McFeely Sunday Worship: 10:00 A.M. Hiltonia Baptist Church 123 4th Ave Hiltonia Ga, 30467 Pastor Darrell Young Sunday School 10:00 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM Phone Number 478-552-4809 Hiltonia Trinity Church 2470 Waynesboro Hwy Sylvania, GA 30467 Phone Number: 912-829-4632 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m Newington Methodist Church Middleground Road Newington, Georgia 30446 912-829-3318 Sunday School (all ages) 10 am Sunday Morning: 11 a.m. Wednesday: Choir Practice 7 pm Youth 5:30 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Dr. Karen R. Zeigler Everyone is welcome Oak Hill Baptist Church 3233 Oak Hill Church Road Millen, GA 30442 478-982-1616 Pastor: Joshua Johnson Sunday School: 10 a.m. Morning Worship: 11 a.m. No Sunday Night Services Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study - Youth Group-Team Kid www.oakhillmillen.com Jackson Baptist Church 5554 Newington Highway Sylvania, GA. 30442 (912)829-3908 Ralph Dixon, Pastor Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Worship: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting & Children’s Activities; 6:30 p.m. Parker Grove Missionary Baptist Church 5314 Scarboro Highway Rocky Ford, GA 30455 Pastor: Elder Levon Alston Sunday School - 9am Morning Worship Service - 10am Midweek Worship Service - Wednesday at 7pm For more information contact Jen Ruffin 912-682-4493 Little Horse Creek Baptist 814 Little Horse Creek Rd., Rocky Ford, GA 706-402-1199 Pastor: Jim Cheyne Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday Prayer mtg: 6:30 p.m. “Where Friends Become Family” Red Bluff Independent Baptist Church 215 Red Bluff Rd. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and worship services at 11 a.m. Sunday night wor ship at 6 p.m. and Wednes day services at 6 p.m. Pastor Spike Albritton and may be reached at 904-838-2179. All are welcome. Memorial Baptist Church 126 Mock Street, Sylvania. Church Phone 912-564-2409. Sunday School 10:00 a.m., Morning Worship 11:00 a.m., Evening Worship 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting 7:00 p.m. Pastor Bill Kent. Middle Ground Baptist Church 259 Middleground Road Sylvania, Ga. Sunday School 9:45 am. and morning worship 11:00 am. Sunday evening worship, 6:00 pm. Wednesday night prayer meeting, 6:30 pm. The current Pastor is Dr. Charlie Cooper. Rocky Ford Baptist Church RFBC, here for the Gospel 132 Main Street Rocky Ford, GA 30455 (912)-863-4288 Pastor: Wayne Bragg Sunday School: 10 a.m. Morning Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: 4:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Children/ Youth Program: 6-7:30 p.m. www.rockyfordbaptist.com www.facebook.com/ rockyfordbaptist PRAYER MATTERS Trinity Episcopal Church 4401 Country Club Rd, Statesboro, 30458. Trinity Episcopal celebrates Sunday Eucharist at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Father Charles Todd, Rector and Jonathan Murphy, Music Director. Please call the church office at 912-489-4208 or visit their FB page www.facebook.com/ TrinityEpiscopalStatesboro for further information on weekly activities. Eternal Vision Delivers Inspirational Performance at First Christian Church By Sarah Saxon. Reporter In a night filled with soulful melodies and uplifting tunes. Eternal Vision graced the stage at First Christian Church on Sunday, March 3, captivating an audience of over 200 eager attendees. Following the concert, guests were treated to a delightful light supper, rounding off an evening of musical and communal joy. Hailing from Knoxville, Tennessee, the members of Eternal Vision brought decades of collective experience to their performance. Led by founding member Mike Shelby, whose musical journey spans over 50 years, the band comprises talented The Shepherd’s Nook Christian Supply 125 North Main St. Sylvania. "(Next To Ross Drug Store) The Times Buildin individuals including Shannon Shelby, Earl Roberts, Danny Overholt, and Doug Brady. Shannon even entertained those in attendance with his piano, harmonica, electric guitar and guitar playing with impressive measure. Specializing in Christian music. Eternal Vision has garnered acclaim for their heartfelt performances that resonate with audiences across the country. With their soul-stirring melodies and heartfelt lyrics, the band has become synonymous with delivering messages of hope, faith, and the love of Jesus. First Christian Church served as the perfect venue for Eternal Vision's concert, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for attendees to come together and enjoy an evening of spiritual enrichment through music. The band's performance showcased their musical prowess and deep commitment to spreading positivity through their artistry. As the evening ended, attendees left with their spirits lifted and hearts full, grateful for the opportunity to experience Eternal Vision's powerful perfomiance in the heart of their community. With their unwavering dedication to their craft and message. Eternal Vision continues to touch the lives of listeners, one soul-stirring melody at a time.