Bulletin for July 26, 2026
Devotional Verse
“Therefore, in all things He had to be made like His brethren, that He might be a merciful and faithful High Priest in things pertaining to God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. For in that He Himself has suffered, being tempted, He is able to aid those who are tempted.” Hebrews 2:17-18
2026 Church Theme
“Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You.” Psalm 119:11
Announcements
The Ladies’ Bible Study will be meeting at 9am on Tuesday.
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Next Sunday, August 2nd, is Communion Sunday, please prepare your heart.
Order of Worship
Hymn: 12 Praise Him! Praise Him! (1,2,3)
Hymn: 571 Trust and Obey (1,2,4)
Hymn: 501 Now I Belong to Jesus (1,3)
Scripture Memory for July – Ephesians 6:10-13
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.”
Humor in the Pew and Pulpit
My friend couldn't pay his water bill,
so I sent him a "get well soon" card
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I once met a shy pebble.
She wished she was a little bolder.
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Earth is 70% water and uncarbonated.
Technically…
it is flat.
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Did you hear about the plan to prohibit the use of Roman numerals?
I for one, think it's a terrible idea.
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Q: What's the difference between a well-dressed man on a bike and a poorly dressed man on a unicycle?
A: Attire.
Remembering Persecuted Believers
Djibouti: Hostile
Overview: Djibouti is mainland Africa’s third-smallest nation. It is dominated by two majority-Muslim groups, the Afar and Somali, and is nearly surrounded by parts of neighboring countries that serve as safe havens for Islamic terrorists. Despite this, Djibouti itself is not dominated by extremists. The capital hosts many foreigners, and international aid groups operate freely out of the country. Even though Islam is the official state religion, the rights of Christians are generally respected, Bibles are legally available, and there is no law preventing Muslims from converting. Still, Djibouti seeks to maintain its Muslim identity, and Christian organizations are not allowed to officially register.
Major Religion: 98 percent of Djiboutians are Sunni Muslims. 1 percent are Christians.
Persecutor: Christian converts from Islam may experience government oppression, but most persecution comes from families and local Muslim communities.
From the Mission Field
Yokohama, Japan – This summer, a group of five university students from Nebraska will spend six weeks in Yokohama during their break. Because the academic calendar in Japan differs from that of the United States — with a later and shorter summer break — Japanese universities will still be in session during this time. While there, these students will be spending time on university campuses, building relationships, engaging students with the gospel, and helping host English and cultural exchange events. They have already begun making connections with students on campus.
Please pray for continued open doors within the universities and for many opportunities to have meaningful gospel conversations throughout the summer. For many students they meet, these students from Nebraska may be the first Christians they have ever encountered personally.
Just Common Sense
“The church that is not jealously protected by mighty intercession and sacrificial labors will before long become the abode of every evil bird and the hiding place for unsuspected corruption. The creeping wilderness will soon take over that church that trusts in its own strength and forgets to watch and pray.” A. W. Tozer
Weekly Bible Reading Schedule
Monday: Isaiah 22 - 26
Tuesday: Isaiah 27 - 31
Wednesday: Isaiah 32 - 36
Thursday: Isaiah 37 - 41
Friday: Isaiah 42 - 46
Tip for Witnessing
“The bridge of grace will bear your weight, brother. Thousands of big sinners have gone across that bridge, yea, tens of thousands have gone over it. Some have been the chief of sinners and some have come at the very last of their days but the arch has never yielded beneath their weight. I will go with them trusting to the same support. It will bear me over as it has for them.” Charles Spurgeon
Quotable
“Thank God you have got a Father that can be angry, but that loves you as much when He is angry as when He smiles upon you.” C. H. Spurgeon
