Sunday Service (21st July, 2019) - 2019 Youth Award for Excellence Sunday



 
TOPIC: A QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE
TEXT: DANIEL 6:1-3 (NKJV)
Daniel 6:3 (NIV)
3 Now Daniel so distinguished himself among the administrators and the satraps by his exceptional qualities that the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.
Daniel 6:3 (NKJV)
3 Then this Daniel distinguished himself above the governors and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king gave thought to setting him over the whole realm.
Daniel 6:1-3 (NKJV)
1 It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom one hundred and twenty satraps, to be over the whole kingdom;
2 and over these, three governors, of whom Daniel was one, that the satraps might give account to them, so that the king would suffer no loss.
3 Then this Daniel distinguished himself above the governors and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king gave thought to setting him over the whole realm.
INTRODUCTION
 Today is a special day in this church as we give an Excellence Award to a distinguished youth for the first time. ….
Thank God because for 5 years, we had focused on families – Exemplary Family Award, a program instituted under God to recognize Christian families that had successfully lived together for not less than 30 years, not just to honor these ones but to also be an example/encouragement to those coming behind. Glory to God for the program really helped families among us. However, this year, we are being led to focus on our Youths. At a time when
-          Drug and substance abuse is the ‘in thing’
-          Exam malpractice is the order of the day
-          Many run after quick money by ‘betting’
-          Hard work is becoming ‘old school’
God is asking us to call out to our youths that an ‘excellent spirit’ will distinguish you (Dan. 6:3)
-          Get you noticed by ‘higher authority’ (Dan. 6:2)
-          You will ultimately be lifted up above others (Dan 6: 3)

CONCLUSION
As we begin this Award program, I pray God will use it to bless many of our Youths and refocus them to pursue excellence in life and by that become more relevant in life as they live to glorify God in Jesus name. Amen.
Let me round-off by appreciating the Committee that labored to get this program to this point and also let me appreciate God for the presence of one of our revered leaders in NBC, the Rev, Prof. Emiola Nihinlola.
UPCOMING EVENTS/ INFORMATION
1.      Next week, Mrs Margaret Aguda will serve in the Children department
2.      Mr. Johnson Popoola will lead the Workers’ Prayer next week.
3.      NSBC 2019 Holiday Bible School comes up between 29th July – 2nd August, 2019. Parents are encouraged to pay #700 for their Children material and vest.
4.      NBTS organizes English for Life Summer School for JSS 1-3, SSS 1-3 students between August 5th – 30th. Time: 9am-12noon (Monday-Friday). For detail, see Rev. Dr. Folasade Oloyede.

MISSION COMMITMENT
Members are reminded of a monthly contribution of #20/person per month Mission’s contribution under the auspices of Ogbomoso Baptist Conference and #500/person per month CAN Trust Fund. You can make your payment to Mrs. Bose Ayinde.
  
HEALTH TIPS
Members who have interest in checking their Blood Pressure for free can do so after Wednesday Bible Study

BIRTHDAY/ WEDDING ANNIVERSARY FOR THE MONTH
We should not forget to felicitate with people celebrating their Birthday and Wedding Anniversary in the month of July

AMOUNT NEEDED FOR THE NEW AUDITORIUM
For the next phase of the work on the building, amount needed is 2.14 million naira

BUILDING PROJECT ACCOUNT                        CHURCH ACCOUNT
Access Bank                                              First Bank
New Spring Baptist Church                      New Spring Baptist Church
0697011767                                               2023699560

BENEVOLENCE
This Church genuinely cares for her members and is committed to seeing to their welfare. So, if any member is in a serious need and requires help, please do not hesitate to meet with the Church Pastor or the Benevolence Chairperson, Dns. Christiana Oketoobo.

PASTOR’S CORNER
Wrong thinking ultimately leads to wrong living. No wonder the Bible says “whatever is true…noble,… right, … pure,…lovely, … admirable… excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” (Phil. 4:8). Therefore, think excellent thoughts to live a praiseworthy life.

PRAYER FOCUS FOR THE WEEK
1. Appreciate God for grace to be alive. Ask God to open your eyes to see the area He wants you to do more exploits for Him.
2. Pray that God will miraculously provide for the work on the new Church Building.

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
MONDAY:
Intercessors Meeting-5:00pm

TUESDAY:
WMS & Sunbeam-5:00pm

WEDNESDAY:
Bible Study & Prayer Meeting-5:00pm

THURSDAY:
Visitation Committee-5:00pm
Drama Group - 5:00pm

FRIDAY:
Choir Rehearsal-4:00pm

SATURDAY:
Royal Ambassadors, Lydia -3:00pm,
Girls Auxiliary-3:30pm
Choir Rehearsal-4:00pm
Sunday School Preparatory Class-5:00pm
                                  

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