July 3, 2006
Happy 4th of July!
Thank God for the freedom we enjoy,Pray for His freedom to spread.
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Mascot Poll
3. Something for Your Heart
4. Surf Report
5. Birthdays
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Worship Workshop
Why do we worship God? Why do we use music? It's something that we do every week during our meetings...so is there a reason?
If you are on the 180 worship team, would like to join, or even learn about why we worship, come to worship workshop. It doesn't cost a dime and it is next Monday, July 10, from 10am-12pm.
If you want more information about our worship team, or would like a copy of the songs we sing, go to http://www.180students.com/worshipteam and get it there.
High School Rafting Trip
We are rafting next Tuesday and there are still a few more spots open! If you would like to go, contact Aaron. E-mail Aaron or call him at (503) 639-3913.
Middle School Wild Waves
It's never too soon to start thinking about water parks and roller coasters. Tuesday, August 15, we're heading up to Wild Waves for a day of water slides, water rides and awesome roller coasters. Start planning now...the sign-up deadline is Sunday, July 23. Get your flyer at http://www.180students.com/flyers.
Mexico Mission Trip
Our Mexico mission trip team is leaving at the end of the month. We would love it if you would begin praying for us as we prepare to head down South. Head on over to http://www.180students.com/mexico06 to see how you can pray for us!
Letter from Jonathan
Jonathan, one of our Compassion children, wrote us a letter! Here it is:
If you'd like to write Jonathan, Karla or Oscar, send it in an email to Brian.
2. MASCOT POLL
We've narrowed the mascot field down to 10 great names. Which one would you like? Post your thought in the comments section:
1) Turn Around (T.A. for short)
2) Metallum (Latin for metal)
3) Impound
4) Horatio Crunch
5) Scrap Metal (Scrappy)
6) Scott the bot
7) Tony
8) Tim
9) Legs McGee
10) 180
3. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23
"Everybody Hurts." That's the title of an old R.E.M. song. If the band had been looking to do a theme album, they might have included tracks with titles such as "Everybody Fails," "Everybody Doubts," "Everybody Fears," and "Everybody Gives Up."
You'll notice the common word in all of those titles is everybody.
One of the worst things about struggling with your emotions is the loneliness it creates. You convince yourself that you are completely alone in your struggles. That no one else experiences the things you experience. That other people are too strong, too spiritually mature, or too together to ever be dragged down by the kind of emotions that plague you. But that's not true.
Every believer faces times when life seems overwhelming--even pointless. Times when you can't get excited about the thought of facing another day. Times when you wonder where you'll get the strength to carry on. That's why every believer clings equally hard to the promise of Lamentations 3:22-23.
One of God's greatest gifts to us is his daily gift of grace. Notice how his blessings are described: "new every morning." That means no matter how much of his grace and blessings you needed yesterday, there's a fresh, unlimited supply ready for you today. So it's safe to say your troubles will never outnumber his blessings. And because of God's unbelievable love for you, you never have to worry about your struggles overwhelming you. If you will ask him, he will give you the strength, motivation, and encouragement you need to make it through the day ahead--no matter what the day may bring.
Remember, this isn't about your strength--it's about God's. And his strength is constantly available to you. So what is there to worry about?
For more of Jeremiah's unique perspective on God, check out Lamentations 3:1-66.
Five Things You Wish Were New Every Day
1. The car you drive to school.
2. The test you bombed yesterday.
3. The clothes you wear.
4. The leftovers in your refrigerator.
5. The last day of the school year.
Taken from "Revolution Devotional" by Livingstone, copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here:
http://www.youthspecialties.com/product/267064
4. SURF REPORT
~ Virtual Fireworks
http://www.fireworkspop.com/liberty.htm
~ Annie's 4th of July Links Page
A heap of links for the U.S. Independence Day
http://www.annieshomepage.com/fourthlinks.html
5. BIRTHDAYS
We've got one great birthday this week. Happy Birthday to Jonathan Raibley (7/5). We hope you have a great birthday!
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
There is no limit to the number of times an aluminum can can be recycled.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"God's love... is ever and always, eternally present to all who fear him, making everything right for them and their children."
- Psalm 103:17
"Love is a verb. We can't say it enough. Love must not only be spoken, but must also be shown. The beginning of love is God. He showed his love in the most sacrificial of ways so we could know our incredible value to him. The price of our adoption was the emptying of heaven of its greatest treasure, God the Son, who is our Savior."
- Phil Ware
===========our|sponsor===========
A DEVOTIONAL JUST FOR GUYS
If you want to be part of a revolution, this book is a great place to start. You can make a difference--in the world, in your town, in your school, in your life.
The "Revolution Devotional" helps you understand and develop character traits that will turn you into a revolutionary for God. No boring reading here--it's fast-paced and fun. Each day you'll read a verse of the Bible, then a short devotional about the character in that verse. There's additional Scripture for you to read if you want, plus a hilarious list relating to the day's topic.
http://www.youthspecialties.com/product/267064
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
Today is the tomorrow you were worried about yesterday. Was it worth it?
copyright 2006 :: Youth Specialties
1. 180 News
2. Mascot Poll
3. Something for Your Heart
4. Surf Report
5. Birthdays
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Worship Workshop
Why do we worship God? Why do we use music? It's something that we do every week during our meetings...so is there a reason?
If you are on the 180 worship team, would like to join, or even learn about why we worship, come to worship workshop. It doesn't cost a dime and it is next Monday, July 10, from 10am-12pm.
If you want more information about our worship team, or would like a copy of the songs we sing, go to http://www.180students.com/worshipteam and get it there.
High School Rafting Trip
We are rafting next Tuesday and there are still a few more spots open! If you would like to go, contact Aaron. E-mail Aaron or call him at (503) 639-3913.
Middle School Wild Waves
It's never too soon to start thinking about water parks and roller coasters. Tuesday, August 15, we're heading up to Wild Waves for a day of water slides, water rides and awesome roller coasters. Start planning now...the sign-up deadline is Sunday, July 23. Get your flyer at http://www.180students.com/flyers.
Mexico Mission Trip
Our Mexico mission trip team is leaving at the end of the month. We would love it if you would begin praying for us as we prepare to head down South. Head on over to http://www.180students.com/mexico06 to see how you can pray for us!
Letter from Jonathan
Jonathan, one of our Compassion children, wrote us a letter! Here it is:
Dear Sponsors First Baptist 180 Student Ministry,
Hi! I hope you be in good health. My name is Martha Laura and I am Jonathan's teacher. I am helping him to write this letter. Jonathan was very glad when he knew you were his sponsors. He is 6 years old and he is 3rd grade of Kindergarten. His teachers' name is Elsa. His Kindergarten's name is "Maria de Jesus Espinoza de Maciel." His mother's name is Flor de Maria Lopez Toledo and she is housekeeper. His stepfather's name is Martin Cruz Galvez. He is very happy because his mother is pregnant. His favorite color is the red and he loves the dogs. His favorite food is soup beans with cream and cheese. His best friends are: Martin, Keving, and Cesar. God bless you always. With love, Jonathan Lopez Toledo.
If you'd like to write Jonathan, Karla or Oscar, send it in an email to Brian.
2. MASCOT POLL
We've narrowed the mascot field down to 10 great names. Which one would you like? Post your thought in the comments section:
1) Turn Around (T.A. for short)
2) Metallum (Latin for metal)
3) Impound
4) Horatio Crunch
5) Scrap Metal (Scrappy)
6) Scott the bot
7) Tony
8) Tim
9) Legs McGee
10) 180
3. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23
"Everybody Hurts." That's the title of an old R.E.M. song. If the band had been looking to do a theme album, they might have included tracks with titles such as "Everybody Fails," "Everybody Doubts," "Everybody Fears," and "Everybody Gives Up."
You'll notice the common word in all of those titles is everybody.
One of the worst things about struggling with your emotions is the loneliness it creates. You convince yourself that you are completely alone in your struggles. That no one else experiences the things you experience. That other people are too strong, too spiritually mature, or too together to ever be dragged down by the kind of emotions that plague you. But that's not true.
Every believer faces times when life seems overwhelming--even pointless. Times when you can't get excited about the thought of facing another day. Times when you wonder where you'll get the strength to carry on. That's why every believer clings equally hard to the promise of Lamentations 3:22-23.
One of God's greatest gifts to us is his daily gift of grace. Notice how his blessings are described: "new every morning." That means no matter how much of his grace and blessings you needed yesterday, there's a fresh, unlimited supply ready for you today. So it's safe to say your troubles will never outnumber his blessings. And because of God's unbelievable love for you, you never have to worry about your struggles overwhelming you. If you will ask him, he will give you the strength, motivation, and encouragement you need to make it through the day ahead--no matter what the day may bring.
Remember, this isn't about your strength--it's about God's. And his strength is constantly available to you. So what is there to worry about?
For more of Jeremiah's unique perspective on God, check out Lamentations 3:1-66.
Five Things You Wish Were New Every Day
1. The car you drive to school.
2. The test you bombed yesterday.
3. The clothes you wear.
4. The leftovers in your refrigerator.
5. The last day of the school year.
Taken from "Revolution Devotional" by Livingstone, copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here:
http://www.youthspecialties.com/product/267064
4. SURF REPORT
~ Virtual Fireworks
http://www.fireworkspop.com/liberty.htm
~ Annie's 4th of July Links Page
A heap of links for the U.S. Independence Day
http://www.annieshomepage.com/fourthlinks.html
5. BIRTHDAYS
We've got one great birthday this week. Happy Birthday to Jonathan Raibley (7/5). We hope you have a great birthday!
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
There is no limit to the number of times an aluminum can can be recycled.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"God's love... is ever and always, eternally present to all who fear him, making everything right for them and their children."
- Psalm 103:17
"Love is a verb. We can't say it enough. Love must not only be spoken, but must also be shown. The beginning of love is God. He showed his love in the most sacrificial of ways so we could know our incredible value to him. The price of our adoption was the emptying of heaven of its greatest treasure, God the Son, who is our Savior."
- Phil Ware
===========our|sponsor===========
A DEVOTIONAL JUST FOR GUYS
If you want to be part of a revolution, this book is a great place to start. You can make a difference--in the world, in your town, in your school, in your life.
The "Revolution Devotional" helps you understand and develop character traits that will turn you into a revolutionary for God. No boring reading here--it's fast-paced and fun. Each day you'll read a verse of the Bible, then a short devotional about the character in that verse. There's additional Scripture for you to read if you want, plus a hilarious list relating to the day's topic.
http://www.youthspecialties.com/product/267064
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
Today is the tomorrow you were worried about yesterday. Was it worth it?
copyright 2006 :: Youth Specialties
