September 15, 2023
SERVE AS GOD LEADS
September 15, 2024
Twenty-three years ago, Muslim terrorists flew planes into the World Trade Center where almost 3000 people were killed.
Christianity is often derided for birthing the Crusades wherein people were slaughtered in the name of Christ. This is indeed an embarrassing part of Christian history. But it should be remembered that the Arab Muslims had taken Jerusalem from the hands of the Christian Byzantine Empire. The first Crusade then put Jerusalem back into the hands of Christendom.
Nevertheless, the Crusades were not Christianity’s greatest moment. Putting red crosses on breastplates, shields and banners, then slaughtering people in the name of Christ, isn’t what Christ commanded. He demanded that we love our enemies and pray for those who despitefully use us (Matthew 5:43-44).
Many of those Crusaders were serving God with religious fervor. But we must serve God as he leads, through the power of his Spirit. Religion in the energy of the flesh is dangerous, but Christianity in the power and leadership of Christ is a beautiful, life-changing activity. We can serve in our flesh and be angry, irritated, judgmental and poor witnesses. But if we serve according to God’s will and power, we’ll do so with love, joy, peace and effectiveness.
Sunday I’m preaching on “Serve as God Leads” from 1 Samuel 3:1-18. We’ll look at “Be Available,” verses 1-10; and “Serve Amidst Tragedy,” verses 11-18. It’s the story of the young Samuel waiting on God. Let’s wait upon God this Sunday and come to Bible Study at 9:00 and worship at 10:30.
Love,
Jim Meek
Weekly Schedule
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:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
10:30 am - Worship Service
live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
Wednesday
NOTE: Beginning Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Wednesday Night Dinner will begin at 5:15 - 6 pm and Adult Bible Study will begin at 6:15 pm
5:30 pm - Wednesday Night Dinner
6:00 PM - Awana
6:30 pm Bible Study - Adults
Pastor Jim's Wednesday Night Bible Study is live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
Thursday
10:30 am - Women's Life Group and Prayer - Bldg. 100, Women's Center
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:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
Studies in James
Taught by Dr. Jim Meek
Wednesday
6:30 pm, Suite E
NOTE: Beginning Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Adult Bible Study will begin at 6:15 pm
Women's Ministry Breakfast
Join us for breakfast, a devotional, and prayer time.
September 14th, 9:00 am in the Fellowship Hall
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
NOTE: Beginning Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Wednesday Night Dinner will begin serving at 5:15 pm. Dinner will stop serving at 6 pm
5:30 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: Taco salad, bean and cheese burritos, 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.
September 2024
9/22—By-Laws Committee Meeting 1:00 pm
9/24—Personnel Committee Meeting 6 pm
9/27-28—Youth Lock in
October 2024
10/5 – Men’s Prayer Breakfast 8 am
10/8 – Nominating Committee Meeting – 10:30 am
10/8 – Deacons’ Meeting – 6:30 pm
10/11 – Kids’ Ministry Training – 6 pm
10/12 – Women’s Ministry Breakfast – 9 am
10/13 – Next Steps: Exploring Spiritual Gifts pt. 1 – 5 pm
10/15 – Finance Committee Meeting – 5:30 pm
10/19 – 2025 Leadership Church Calendar Planning – 9 am
10/20 – Next Steps: Exploring Spiritual Gifts pt 2 – 5 pm
10/22 – Personnel Committee Meeting – 6 pm
10/26 – Trunk or Treat
10/27 – By-Laws Committee Meeting – 1 pm
