November 17, 2023
THANK GOD FOR THE SPIRIT AND THE SON
November 17, 2024
Some people have trouble believing the Trinity, that Father, Son and Holy Spirit are one God. In Early Christianity Arius promoted the concept that the Father created the Son, and that together they created the universe. Arius promoted a song that went, “Once the Son did not exist.” It had a catchy tune, and people sang it often. Those who believed in the Trinity countered it with a different song that is sung in some churches today:
Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and forever shall be
In the world without end.
One of the champions of the Trinity was Athanasia. Because he was short and of dark complexion he was called the Black Dwarf. He was persecuted for his stance, but he insisted that Father, Son and Holy Spirit are one God. I compare it to California, Arizona, Nevada, three states but one nation.
Paul said in Romans 8:9,
You are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Him.
Paul speaks of the Spirit, the Spirit of God and the Spirit of Christ as though they are one, because indeed they are one God. Thus, Jesus was able to say, “When you’ve seen me you’ve seen the Father” (John 14:9), and was able to affirm Thomas’ declaration of him as, “My Lord, and my God!” (John 20:28). After all, had not Isaiah said,
For a child will be born to us, as son will be given to us;
And the government will be upon his shoulders;
And his name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.
When we pray to the Father, we’re praying to the Son and the Holy Spirit. When we depend on the Father, we’re depending on the Son and the Holy Spirit. The three are one.
Sunday I’m preaching on “Thank God for the Spirit and the Son” from John 16:5-22. We’ll talk about “Thank God for the Spirit” in verses 5-15; and ‘Thank God for Jesus” in verses 16-22. Please join us in pubic thanksgiving!
Love,
Jim Meek
Join us for Bible Study and Worship Service
Sunday
9 am - Bible Study for all ages
Pastor Jim's Adult Bible Study is live streamed on Facebook:
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10:30 am - Worship Service
live streamed on Facebook:
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Wednesday
5:15-6 pm - Wednesday Night Dinner
6:00 PM - Awana
6:15 pm Bible Study - Adults
Pastor Jim's Wednesday Night Bible Study is live streamed on Facebook:
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Thursday
10:30 am - Women's Life Group and Prayer - Bldg. 100, Women's Center
...my family and my church family - Brian & Connie Lewis
...my church family - Joyce Sams
...those who provide rides and help for those who need it - Judith Elson
...my family - Harriet Goldstein
...my family - Betty Ash
...living in a free country - Carl Turner
If you didn't get to share, just email me, office@elcaminobaptist.org and finish this statement - "Today, I am thankful for..."
You will see the responses here in the eNews for the remainder of the month.
Let us all know what you are thankful for during this holiday season!
Daily Devotionals with
Pastor Jim Meek!
Join us Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am for an inspiration devotional message from Dr. Jim Meek
Live steamed on Facebook:
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Behold Your King
Studies in Matthew
Taught by Dr. Jim Meek
Wednesday
6:15 pm, Suite E
Offer the Greatest Christmas Present
November 23, 10:00am
Join our hour-long class on sharing our faith November 23rd, 10:00 am in the Fellowship Hall. Then, those who wish to do so, will go door-to-door in teams of 2 or 3 to invite people to our
Live Nativity, the church, and to Christ.
Please come and learn how to share the greatest Christmas gift ever: eternal, abundant life.
Questions? Please contact Pastor Jim Meek or call the church office, (916) 488-1522
Nostalgic Swing Concert
Saturday, November 30, 2024
1 pm in the Worship Center
Featuring: The Nostalgic Swing Big Band
Genre: Pop, Swing, Latin, Jazz & Gospel
Playing Popular tunes of the 40s—70s
With special guest jazz vocalists
Sponsored by—Every 5th Saturday Afternoon At 1 Concert Series #7
(where it's always free to donate)
SAVE THE DATE!
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Pastor Jim's sermon notes are on the YouVersion Bible App under the Live Events.
- In the app, go to "More" then Events
- If you are local to the Sacramento area, you should be able to find the event for El Camino Baptist Church.
Our sermons are recorded and available on our website and our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos). You may also request a complementary DVD. Just email or call the church office and give the date of the sermon and your mailing address and we'll get one out to you as soon as possible. Please allow 7-10 business days to receive it. You may also pick it up in the office once you are notified it is ready. Thank you!
Join us for our
Visitation Ministry
Thursdays, 3 pm
Meet in the church office
5:15-6 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Dinner: $5 per adult, $2 per child under 10
Connie Lewis and Team will prepare our meal for us
Menu: Stuffed shells, salad, sides, and dessert
Directory Update
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Have You Lost Something? 
We have lots of items (Bibles, ear buds, keys, and many other things) that have been turned into the office. If you have lost something, please stop by the church office during normal operating hours and check our Lost and Found! You may find your long, lost treasure! Questions? Call the church office, (916) 488-1522.
November 2024
11/17 - Kids' on Sunday Teachers' Meeting - 12:30
11/19 - Finance Committee Meeting - 5:30 pm
11/23 - Evangelism Training - 10 am
11/24 - Live Nativity Planning Meeting - 12:30 pm
11/24 - By-Laws Committee Meeting - 1 pm
11/27 - All Wednesday Night Events Cancelled
11/28 - Happy Thanksgiving - Church Office Closed
11/29 - Church Office Closed
11/30 - Big Band Swing Concert 1 pm
