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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, MAY 7, 2016 Learn to think like Christ One of the greatest revela- tions of my life is: I can choose my thoughts and think things on purpose. In other words, I don’t have to just think about whatever falls into my mind. This was a life-changing revelation for me because as Proverbs 23:7 (AMPC) says, “As [a man] thinks in his heart, so is he.” I like to say it like this: Where the mind goes, the man follows. Now God is concerned about the hidden man of the heart, which is our inner life. Our inner life is what we think about. And like the scripture above says, the way we think determines how we live and who we are. That’s why we need to think about what we’re thinking about. It’s so important for us to understand this because if we don’t learn how to take every thought captive to the obedi- ence of Christ (see 2 Corinthians 10:4-5), we won’t live the life Jesus died to give us — a life of peace with God, peace with ourselves, great relationships, real joy and the ability to become all God has created us to be. It comes down to choosing to believe what God says (the truth) more than we believe our feelings, what other people say or our circumstances. The Bible specifically talks about three things we must do to develop a mind that agrees with God. I want to share the benefits of each of them. 1. “Set your minds and keep them set on what is above (the higher things…” (Colossians 3:2 AMP). This is the key to resisting temptation. See, when we make up our mind ahead of time what we will and won’t do, then when tempta- tion comes, we have laid a foundation to make right choices and are more likely to We are proud to provide solutions to our local business owners. member 541-997-7121 opbc.com @OregonPacBank successfully overcome the temptation. For example, before you get into social situations, decide “I am not going to gossip. I’m not going to ruin someone’s reputation and offend the Holy Spirit.” Other temptations may require you to decide things like, “I’m not going to eat four candy bars today.” Or “I am not going to look at pornogra- phy on the Internet.” Or “I am not going to hang out with people who are bad influ- ences.” My point here is, we don’t want to wait until the tempta- tion comes and then react based on how we feel about it. 2. “Do not be conformed to this world… but be trans- formed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind…” (Romans 12:2 AMPC). Renewing the mind is an ongoing process. Every day we need to take time to study the Word so we can purposely think according to what it says. And we can’t keep one or two “junky” areas in our thought life because it just keeps us from the best God has for us. I’m not saying we have to be perfect with this, but we need to make progress each day so we can keep our mind renewed and grow in our rela- tionship with God. 3. “Gird up the loins of your mind…” (1 Peter 1:13 NKJV). Join Us In Worship 4 lines, approx 15 words, $10 a week 4 week Minimum Deadline 3 p.m. Mondays. You are probably thinking, What does that mean? It’s basically saying we need to get all the junk in our mind out of our way so we can keep run- ning our race in Christ Jesus and have the victory God wants us to have. Then we are ready for action to follow God’s plan for our lives. One practical way we can accomplish these three direc- tions from God is to have a think session every day. Just sit down and say, “I’m going to think about some things on purpose.” Then spend some time thinking about scriptures that renew your mind with the truth about what God says — about His love for you, His plan for you, how He wants you to live and behave... Use a concor- dance to find verses that cover areas you are struggling with or need to know more about. I want to encourage you to write some of them down and put them places where you will see them every day, like the bathroom mirror or refrigera- tor. If you will commit to set your mind on God’s Word, renewing your mind with truth and getting stinkin’ thinkin’ out of your way, then you will experience the fullness of new life that we can all have in Christ. All it takes is a little more progress one day at a time. To be included in this directory contact the Siuslaw News at 997-3441, or drop off information at 148 Maple St., Old Town, Florence. J OIN U S I N W ORSHIP WATCH! 3 ANGELS BROADCASTING NETWORK (3ABN) TV UHF Channel 48. 24 hour Christian TV highlights Bible studies of prophecy, inspirational music, health lectures, healthy cooking and more. BAY BERRY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SINGSPIRATION You are invited to come and sing your favorite old time gospel hymns Every Friday night at 7pm • Non-denominational Bay Berry Square; 101 at Sutton Lake Dr. /milepost 185 N. For more information , please call 541-997-2681 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Located at Munsel Lake Road and North Fork Road Worship Services 10:00 AM Sunday All are welcome! 541-997-7268 4590 Hwy. 101, Across from Fred Meyer –- 997-7418 Sunday School, 9:30a.m. – Worship, 10:45 Wed. Prayer - 6:00 p.m. –Wed. Ministries 1-8 Grade 7 p.m. FOURSQUARE CHURCH 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. – Youth Group: Sat., 6 p.m. Website:fl orence4square.com 2610 Kingwood, Florence • 541-268-2025 Sunday Worship @ 10:00 a.m., experience the Power of the Holy Spirit Pastors: George & Beverly Sisemore Intercessory Prayer & Worship, Thursday night @ 5:00 pm fl orencevineyardchurch.com FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. Worship Service: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Middle School and High School youth groups meet on Wednesday. FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST Pre-Denominational (Romans 16:16) 1833 Tamarack Street (2 blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Bible Study: Sunday 10 a.m.; Worship: Sunday 11 a.m. www.churchofchristfl orence.org Soup’s On to discuss importance of friendship On Monday, May 9, at 6:30 p.m., everyone is invit- ed to join a group from var- ied spiritual paths to discuss the Baha’i Sacred Writings which emphasize the im- portance of friendship: “True friends are even as skilled physicians, and the Teachings of God are as heal- ing balm, a medicine for the conscience of man...” The main goal of the Baha’i Faith will always cen- ter around one ultimate aim: the peaceful unification of the entire human race. The evening will begin with bowls of clam chowder, homemade sourdough bread, fruit and vegetables. The gathering will end at 8:30 p.m., with prayers for the requests left in the Prayer Pole in the garden of the Florence Playhouse and those shared by the group. The Heintz home is locat- ed at 875 Seventh St. For more information, call Suzanne Mann-Heintz at 541-590-0779. Rhody Quilt Guild to host ‘Sew-In’ event May 14 The Rhododendron Quilt Guild will be sponsoring a Sew-In at Wenz-daze Quilters Emporium on the second Saturday of the month, from 1 to 4 p.m. The next Sew-In will be on Saturday, May 14. Everyone, of all skill levels is invited to attend. Bring a sewing machine, hand sewing or just yourself and enjoy the afternoon meet- ing and stitching with some of the guild members. Wenz-daze Quilters Emporium is at 5045 Highway 101, next to Ron’s Paint. For more information, call Cyndie Wenz at 541-997- 3293. 1st Sunday of Month Worship 10:30 All other Sundays Worship 9 A.M. & 10:30 A.M. 2nd & Kngwood • (541) 997-6025 “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors” NEW LIFE CHURCH-UPC 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational and science of mothering as it is expressed in, through and for each of us — both in our spiri- tual traditions and in our com- munities and families,” said Miller. “We must recognize we all have both masculine and feminine capacities.” The UU Fellowship, 87738 Highway 101 at Heceta Beach Road, is wheelchair accessible. For more information, visit www.uuflorence.org or call 541-997-2840. FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of 10th & Maple –- 997-3533 Bible Study at 9:00 A.M. Services: Worship, 10:30 A.M. fl orencecrossroad.org • offi ce@fl orencecrossroad.org FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Sunday, May 8, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Florence Unitarian Universalist Fellow- ship, the Rev. Ruth Miller will lead the worship service titled: The Spiritual Art and Science of Mothering. Miller, a mother herself, will explore the questions: What is mothering? Is it limited to women? Can we all learn to mother others? “We honor Mothers Day by acknowledging the spiritual art N.W. Corner of Heceta Beach Road & Hwy. 101 Every Sunday at 10 a.m. All are welcome. (541) 997-2840 CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD 1935 25th St. – 997-7660 • Pastor, Dr. Marvin Owen Series ‘Through the Bible’ on Wednesdays 6 p.m. A friendly place to worship, vacationers welcome. Sun.; 11am & 6pm, Sunday school 9:45am. FUUF features spirit of mothering Sunday FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP FLORENCE VINEYARD (GOD’S POWER HOUSE) COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 1424 15th Street •541-991-9398 Sunday Services: 10am and 6pm Tues. Bible Study 7:00pm 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Adult Forum 9 a.m. – Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship services; Sun. 10:30am & Wed. 6pm. Pastor Lori Blake www.lutheranchurchfl orence.com PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Reverend Greg Wood Sunday School and Nursery – Organ and Choir All Welcome. Come as you are. 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) “War is still not the answer.” FCNL We worship in homes at 11am Sundays Call 997-4237 or 902-9511 for locations. John C. Bachmann, DVM Lindsey A. Franz, DVM Call Today to Schedule Your Appointment 8:00 - 5:00 p.m. Open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. Dr. John Bachmann and his certified Veterinary Technician Elizabeth 541-997-9300 1739 West 22nd Street, Florence Prepare you own “Grab & Go” bag for use in the event of an emergency This is a small bag that contains a three day supply of food, water, medications, and change of clothing along with personal hygiene items. FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal –997-9020 Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Group Wed. 7-8:30 p.m. Online Worship Service@ www.fl orencenaz.com FLORENCE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 1318 Rhododendron Dr. –- 997-2523 – Worship at 11:00 AM –- Sunday School at 9:30 AM – Variety of Sunday evening activities - 5 PM Wed. Bible & Children classes at 6:00 PM Call for details. FLORENCE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 4445 Hwy 101 (South of Fred Meyer) – 997-3951 Worship on Saturday 10:30 A.M. Adult/Children’s Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. 5 A RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, L.C.M.S. Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 DVD of Weekly worship service available. Pastor Randy Benscoter ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2135 19th St. –- 997-6600 The Rev. Georgia C. DuBose, Vicar 8:30am, Tuesdays, Morning Prayer Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Wed, 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome – Come walk our Labyrinth. One critical item is a battery powered FM Radio to tune into 106.9 FM KCST the local emergency broadcast station for our area. Expect to be in a shelter where people must provide for themselves for these items. SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH Masses: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 This message brought to you by the West Lane Emergency Operations Group www.wleog.org
