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December 6, 2023 THIN a ICE = 18920E 1170 Rd Sayre, OK 580-928-3366 al Great Plains Bank Eth City EEE.FIDZIZE5 gpbarkokcore CHRISTMAS IS COMING! Photo Credit itokphotarhovaldk In the same way that wed- of salvation through Jesus W: don’t have to be on ice skates to experience that sinking ding rings represent lifelong Christ. commitment, the star atop sensation knownas “skating on thin ice.” When we live from a Christmas tree represents day to day feeling sure that our future is becoming increasingly God’s promise to give the God is not angrily watching uncertain then we must act. We can move in the direction of every move we make, ready Savior, the Light of the world. dependable support as we cry for help. In Psalm 28:6, David It reminds us of the great star to condemn anyone who proclaims, “Blessed be the Lord, for He hath heard the voice of my that led wise men to Bethle- sins, Indeed, He loves every supplications.” When you feel you are “skating on thin ice,” call hem to honor the earthborn King of all creation. person so intensely that He upon the Lord. Begin by worshipping Him each week with faith personally paid for all sin and thanksgiving and He will help with what lies ahead. Bright Christmas lights rep- by becoming one of us. John Daily Bible Readings resent Jesus, the eternal 3:17: “God did not send His Light of hope shining on our son into the world in order to Mark Mark Zeph. Zeph. Zeph. Jeremiah Jeremiah sin-darkened world, Christ- 13:1-23 13:24-27 18 21-415 3:1-20 33:1-13 33:14-26 mas gifts remind us of the condemn the world, but so Scriptures Selectedby the American Bible Society XX Daily Devotional at DailyBible.AmericanBible.org ‘Thanksgiving 2023 is history greatest gift ever given — that the world might find sal- ©2023 Keister-Williams Newspaper Services, PO. Box 8187, Charlottesville, VA 22906, www.kwnews.com and beautiful Christmas color everlasting life through the has appeared on Main Street blood of Jesus Christ. vation and be made safe and Area Church Directory USA. Neighborhoods shine sound through Him.” and glisten with lights, pre- Candy canes represent the First Baptist Church Canute tend snow and reindeer. shepherd’s crook of Jesus, the St. Francis of Assisi humbly Assembly of God 580-471-3688 Seventh-Day Adventist good Shepherd, who tenderly expressed his desire to make Assembly of God Pastor Martin Brown The Christian celebration of calls every person to come Seventh-Day Adventist 115 W. Sth St., Brick Christmas is founded on Je- to Him. The red and white the love of God visible in Retrop Baptist Church 11375 N. 1990 Ra., Elk City Pastor: Gary Griffin Intersection Hwy 6 and 55 580-472-3472 sus—not trees, decorations, stripes represent Christ’s pu- his life: “Lord, make me an 580-303-0791 Service times: food, and gifts. The Bible rity and His cleansing blood. instrument of your peace. Assembly of God 2:00 pm Bible Study 7th and Locust St., Sayre Catholic 2:50 pm Church Service makes no mention of Christ- Where there is hatred, let me 580-928-4296 mas or Christmas trees, so we Red and green are traditional sow love; where there is in- Jimmy Blanken, Min Queen of Alll Saints 914 N. Sth St., Sayre recognize that Christmas, as Christmas colors. Red sym- jury, pardon; where there is First Assembly of God 580-928-2385 we celebrate it, isn’t based on bolizes the blood of Jesus. 2701 S. Randall , Elk City Rev. Danny Grover United Methodist specific Biblical instruction. Green represents nature and doubt, faith; where there is 702 W. Country Club Blvd, Elk our earthly life. The combi- despair, hope; where there 580-225-1167 St. Mathews Catholic City However, humankind has a Kevin Akins, Min. 3001 E. Hwy 66, Elk City 580-225-0262 nation symbolizes the Holy is darkness, light; and where Scott Rodgers, Rev. built-in need to commemorate Spirit's union with our earth- there is sadness, joy. Grant Grandview Assembly of God 580-225-0066 Rev. Danny Grover important events. ‘Through- ly lives, referred to by Jesus Pioneer and Country Club, Elk City United Methodist 580-225-7742 Christian out Scripture, God’s people when He prayed: “Come Thy that I may not so much seek Nat Hicks 320 S. Magnoliea St., Brick 580-526-3949 have built monuments—vis- Kingdom! Be done Thy will, to be consoled as to console: Antioch Christian ible reminders of life-chang- on earth as it is in heaven!” to be understood, as to un- 3200 W. Country Club Blvd, Elk City 580-243-0066 United Methodist ing experiences. Celebrating Jeff McDowell 802 N. 4th St,, Sayre» 580-928-2146 Jesus’ birth on December 25, Sometimes Christians criti- derstand; or to be loved as to Great Plains Baptist Assn. Sun School: 9:30 AM/Worship:10:45 1902 Watts St., Sayre while knowing it’s not the cize December 25 celebra- love. For it is in giving that 580-928-2585 Christian Church Nazarene actual date, recognizes the tions as “pagan”. But the we receive, it is in pardoning 1S, Walnut, Brick 580-526-3284 First Church of The Nazarene significance of Jesus’ virgin greater problem may be that, that we are pardoned, and it is Bible Baptist Church 816 W. 6th St., Elk City birth and sinless life, making like the unsaved world, be- 1018 W. B Avenue, Elk City First Christian Church 580-225-2026 eternal life with our Heavenly lievers have become so fo- in dying to ourselves that we 580-225-5344 (Diciples of Christ) Rev. Andrew Dages Father possible. cused on gifts and food that are born to eternal life.” Central Missionary Baptist 1500 N. Randall, Elk City we forget to invite Jesus to 1205 W. B Avenue, Elk City 580-225-7801 Pentecostal As Christ-followers, our at- His own birthday celebra- Your year-end financial gifto 580-225-0212 First Christian Grace Temple tion! This year, rather than 1601N. 4th St., Sayre 601 W. 20th St, Elk City tention is to be centered on Jesus throughout the year, arguing about trees, lights, Infinite Grace Ministries re- Eastside Baptist 580-928-3639 Lindell & Nequita Brown, Pastors 421 N. Booth Avenue, Elk City not only at Christmas. When Santa or Yuletide logs, let’s duces your tax liability while 580-225-0742 Church of Christ Iglesia Evangelica Cristo Es La our intent is to honor Jesus, announce why Jesus came! providing hope and healing Chase Brower, Min, Church of Chi Pena we won't be distracted from Angels sang, “Glory to God to many. Call 580-774-2884 216 N. Adams Ave., Elk City 600 W. Main, Elk City gratitude for God’s great gift in the highest, and on earth, or mail your tax-deductible Fairview Baptist Pastor, Jose Reyes 312 S. Lusk Avenue, Elk City 580-225-0718 of His Son by festive and fun peace among men with whom donation to PO Box 466, Gantt Carter, Min. 580-799-2964 580-225-0203 traditions, including Christ- He is pleased.” Christmas be- Church of Christ Presbyterian mas trees, gifts and food, comes eternally significant as Weatherford, OK 73096; First Baptist 1600 W. Country Club Blvd, Elk City Erick we proclaim the true peace postmarked by December 31. 580-225-7951 580-526-3397 First Presbyterian 217 N. Washington Ave., Elk City First Baptist Church of Christ Elk City 580-225-3130 400 S. Sheb Wooley, Erick Meets at Pioneer & Bell 580-526-3375 580-225-5295, Non-Denominational Yow Auto Supply Jason Klechner, Min. Northeast Church of Christ ‘The Way Church 221 South Jefferson 616 N. Locust Avenue 201 S. Jefferson Ave., Elk City First Baptist 580-225-4395 Elk City, Oklahoma 504 N. 4th St., Sayre Elk City Community §80-225-2166 580-928-5518 Westside Church of Christ 120. Randall Ave., Elk City 580-225-3052 580-225-1184 First Hispanic Baptist 919 W. 8th St., Elk City Church of God Gateway 580-225-7901 Church of God 4227 W. 3rd St., Elk City Main Street Baptist 501 W. 1st, Elk City 580-225-1184 1101 N. Main St., Elk City 580-225-0227 Curtis Newton, Min. Joe Thompson, Min. Fax: 680.225.1183 580-225-2938 ‘The Link |—_—$—__——_+-—_—_ Jehovah’s Witnesses 200 S. Main, Elk City 1121 South Main, Elk City Mt. Carmal Baptist Jehovah's Witnesses Company PLLC stn. main, Ex iy P.O, Box 2579, Elk City, OK 73648 Phone: 580-2243-0466 + Fax: 580-243-0472 1801 W. A Avenue, Elk City 580-225-2061 402 E. Washington Ave., Sayre Trinity Fellowship 580-928-9330 Sayre 580-928-2345 [Bank Of Western Oklahoma| One Church 200 East Broadway, Elk City Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Bik Cty Vie + Cordell « Geary Weatherford »Woodward Witness Christ Ministiries 580-210-8881 627 E. 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