Prayer, Evangelism and Worship

Topic:  The Blessed Assurance  Introduction:   I was talking to my wife about Dorothy the other day.  She just couldn't place her until I mentioned that every time we set up for the afternoon church, Dorothy would be sitting on a chair waiting for her ride giving everyone a smile as they pass by.   I am so glad we heard from Will today the great adventures his mother had in this world.    Today, I want to talk to you about the blessed assurance of our lives.   Just like Dorothy, there's a reason why we can bear a smile even when life is difficult.   Let me read to you this famous bible verse story, a conversation between Jesus and his disciples in regards to the present and to the future.    John 14:1-6 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And i...

  The tragedies of life are upon us all the time.   It's part of nature and it is in creation.  Where is God in all of these?  He is here and He has never left us.   It is in these sufferings we will see God's beauty and grandeur. "All things work together for good to them that love God and to them who are the called according to his purpose."  Romans 8:28  There are no words to explain the tragedy that had visited Lahaina Maui in the past few days.   The fire has left a town leveled to the ground.   Jesus reminds us to clothe the naked and to feed the hungry (Matt. 25:35-36).   Helping Lahaina Maui is a top priority for FBC of Wahiawa.   Here is how you can help: 1.  Pray that God gives hope to the weary and timely help to those in need.   The updated prayer request is available below.   2.  Donate Money - Your money can expedite the help necessary on the ground.  Giv...

WEDDING PROGRAM TEMPLATE as officiated by Pastor Michael "Bong" Abagon August 23, 2023 For Eric Sangel and Ria Cabanero Welcome:  We want to welcome you to ______________  and _________________ Wedding Ceremony.    March - In:   Entourage may consist of God Parents; Parents; Grooms Men and Bridal Party; Ring and Flower; Bride marched in by the Father or the Parents of the bride.   Opening Prayer:  the congregation may be seated after.    Addressing the Parents:  When God made both Adam and Eve, In Gene 2, God said, “24 That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.”  Moms and Dad, you have to let _____________ and _______________ live their independent lives.   It’s like flying a kite.   The longer you release the string, the higher the kite.  (1) Show your love and express your faith.  (2) You want your children to soar, learn to let ...

 Devin Maddox of Baptist Press wrote an article entitled, "10 Ways To Make Guests Feel Welcome" which is timely and a great reminder for all of us.  Here is the article from the Baptist Press post.   People never get a second-chance at a first impression. Neither do churches. My family recently visited a church (no, it wasn’t your church) and were able to get in and out undetected. Had it not been for our toddler’s need for childcare, we could have avoided human contact altogether. Needless to say, we didn’t feel very welcome. Nearly everything about a Sunday morning worship service communicates something to first-time guests. From the church bulletins to the parking lot layout, churches demonstrate how much—or how little—they care about people. Here are some things I learned from my last church visit. Create a culture of hospitality –  Hospitality is not just for Martha Stewart types. In fact, the Bible exalts hospitality as a godly virtue (3 John) for all beli...