Connections 11-2-25 by First Southern Baptist Church

November 2, 2025

“He [God] does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities.” ~ Psalm 103:10 (NIV) ~

Patrick Henry, who’s primary contribution to the history books is the phrase “Give me liberty or give me death!” made another statement that appears in a number of quotation collections.

He said, “I know of no way of judging the future but by the past.”

Repeat this before an audience and you’ll see many heads nod in agreement. It has the ring of good common sense.

Be careful, though. This axiom might be true when applied to politics or history or investing, but it provides a lousy foundation for developing relationships.And it certainly doesn’t reflect the way God relates to us.

God gives us a chance to let go of the past and start over – each and every day.

Jeremiah wrote,

“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 (NIV) ~

God doesn’t judge our future by our past. He didn’t do it with David or Moses or Peter or Paul or countless other Bible characters. He does not treat us as our sins deserve (Psalm 103:10). Every day is a new day.

Agood way to start each and every day with God is to remember that you’ve just been given brand new mercies the chance to start the day with a clean slate.

It’s also a good way to start the day with others. God doesn’t count our past to prevent us from having a great future so let’s give the same gift to others.

And speaking of Patrick Henry along with most all of our Founding Fathers you may want to remember that they became part of our very first “Citizen Soldiers” here inAmerica. That makes them the very first class of the legions of Veterans who have served us so well over our history.

Next Sunday morning November 9th we will be honoring our Veterans during our Worship Service. If you are a vet, I hope and pray that you will be able to join us in person.And if so if at all possible be sure to wear that part of a uniform or cap to designate your branch service.

Blessings on your week as you hopefully take time to show gratitude to a veteran. Don’t forget to engage with us in worship this Sunday. I will begin a short sermon series, THANKS•GIV•ING

Fueling a Thankful Heart. We will discover that thankfulness begins with PROACTIVE APPRECIATION.

Pastor Terrell

PS.

I just discovered that today (Tuesday, October 28th) is National Chocolate Day. May be time for a See’s run this afternoon. So sorry you will not read this until today is long gone. just like my chocolate candy will be!

Invite a Vet to attend with you on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

with our activities.

ScheduleforSunday,November2,2025

The Saints Class @ 9:00 AM Room #201

Ruth Class @ 9:00 AM Room #202

Preschool Worship @ 10:15 AM in KID CITY

Sunday Morning Worship @ 10:30 AM in Worship Center

Kidz4Christ (K-6) dismissed to KID CITY during Morning Worship

Schedulefortherestofthe week:

Tuesday@ 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall - Women’s Bible Study @ 10:00 AM in Room #202 - Men’s Bible Study @ 3:15 PM Granville Elem - Good News Club

Wednesday@ 6:25 PM in Room #203 - Choir Rehearsal @ 6:30 PM in Cabin - Youth Group

Thursday @ 6:00 PM in Fellowship Hall - Bible Study

Saturday @ 2:00 PM Senior Care Home Ministry - in PV

Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays 10 AM in Fellowship Hall.

Men’s Bible Study Tuesdays 10 AM in Room #202

Senior Care Home Ministry

Saturday November 8th 2 PM

Contact Gene Moore @ 928-350-8789

CALLING ALL VETERANS!

Our annual Salute to Veterans is coming up next week. Sunday, November 9th, we will honor our military veterans in attendance. If you know a vet in the community, give them a personal invitation to attend with you!