To God’s Beloved at Cloverdale Baptist Church:
Today in history…
- Neil Armstrong walked on the moon in 1969…about 240, 000 miles from earth…and took one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.
- Surf City, by Jan and Dean was released…1963
- Bruce Lee died…age 32…1973
- Sitting Bull surrendered…1881
- Assassination plot against Hitler failed…1944…Pastor Bonhoeffer later hanged for his involvement in this (April 9, 1945).
- Jeff Godard was born…1997
And many many other things. History is a way of seeing how God has worked, and I hope, also gives us a passion to serve God now. We are living in great times, and we can make a historic difference if we live, in the fullness of the Spirit!
He is Sovereign over His story, and is Sovereign over our lives. Today, God has a plan for you to walk in if you are His, and when we look back on history, July 20, 2023, we will see with joy, how our lives were used by God to encourage others, to love on His behalf and to reach out with His Gospel. We matter for the KING!
The 5*5*5 is a great starting place, but in submission to King Jesus and in living in His Kingdom, make sure you are living a life for Him that matters!
History is a reminder of great things that have happened…but I also hope an opportunity to remember that God uses ordinary people in our time to change eternity!
It is good to be a part of HIS STORY with our lives. Today, as His work of art, walk in His good works which He prepared in advance for you to do, and we will look back when we are in His presence and rejoice! (Happy Birthday Jeff)...
You matter, and your life lived for the glory of God will make a difference in the lives of others, and for eternity!
Privileged to be a partner with you in the Gospel,
Pastor Rob
As many of you know Marley Burden was promoted to glory last Sunday night (July 16). She was a blessing to so many in our flock, and a precious grandmother to our boys…and will be missed dearly. She was a faithful servant of God, loyal to Him and His bride, and lived her life for His glory. Partnering with her to serve other families (as she played and led from the piano) will be a precious memory of mine! Please pray for George and family! The service will be happening sometime in August as they are seeking to plan it with family and other losses (Marley’s sister).
We taped this in the pandemic, and if you know and love her, and are willing to hurt a little as you rejoice, take a moment and play this.
Click on the picture or the link underneath for a beautiful memory:
https://vimeo.com/847140630/2a272d9422
Sunday Is Coming:
Series: Parables:
Text: Matthew 13:31-34
- Why do we struggle so much with the pain we experience in this world?
- How do these parables help us with this?
- What is the Kingdom?
- How can we learn to live with hope in the midst of what sometimes seems to be such small influence?
- Are there any areas of your life that you need to surrender to the King?
Bulletin
Summer Prayer Nights
Tuesdays / 7:00 pm / Fellow. Hall At Cloverdale Baptist we always emphasize the importance of personal and corporate prayer. Over the summer, we’ll be meeting every Tuesday at 7pm, where our elders will be leading us through a time of prayer and sharing a brief message. We hope you’ll make this a priority!
More Than $3 Worth of the Gospel: Word Saturation
▶ The Cloverdale Baptist Podcast Having a biblical worldview means understanding and seeing life based on what God’s Word teaches, not culture or tradition. In part two of this gospel series, Pastor Rob shares with us a few practical steps to become Word-saturated in a world so full of distractions. Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, as well as on our website.
Awana Registration
September 2023 – May 2024 Registration is now open for families who attend Cloverdale Baptist Church and any families who do not attend church. Registration is only available through a registration link and on July 19th it will become available to returning clubbers who do not attend CBC. Please contact the office or Pastor Thomas to receive that link. Learn more.
We’re Hiring!
- Pastor of Discipleship: Our search committee is looking for a candidate with a heart to see people grow in the faith and knowledge of the Lord. Full job description is available at the link above.
- Worship Ministry Intern: Paid internship from Sept. 2023–May 2024 which offers experience in leading worship services, mentoring and teaching.
- Women's Ministry: 3 people to care for our children (0-5 years) during our fall/spring Bible Studies on alternating Tuesdays, 9:15-11am. Children’s Ministries will provide discipleship material and training to the workers. Candidates must obtain police check. To apply and for more info, contact the Women's Ministry.
