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Joseph’s brothers sought to harm him – but God used it for good. The cross is the ultimate example of God creating good out of the evil plans of man.

The ladder Jacob saw in his dream connected earth and heaven. Thousands of years later, a wooden cross did the same.

Through Abraham’s obedience, God’s plan of redemption begins to take shape. Steena mentions the song "Where is the Lamb" by Wendy Francisco. You can find it at this link: https://cutt.ly/the_lamb

Just like God provided a substitute for Isaac, He has provide a substitute for us – the very Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.

Clark Christian: Welcome, Isaiah 40:1-11, and Prayer Jonah Perkins:  Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13, Prayer JP Conway: Sermon on Mark 1:1-8 (begins at 5:35) Ryan Sullenberger: Table Talk  (begins at 24:30) Matt Perkins: 2 Peter 3:8-15 and Prayer Chris Church: announcements

God keeps His promises no matter how far-fetched they may seem. The God who gave a son to a 90 year old woman is the same God who gave His Son for us.

The waters that covered the earth cleansed it from its sin, but it was only temporary. Jesus’ blood washed away our sins – once and for all.

God sought out Adam and Eve after they sinned. Today, He is still seeking the lost.

Jesus was part of the godhead from the beginning. It was always God’s plan to send His Son. "Oh Come, Oh Come Immanuel" recorded by Beth, Jackie, J.P., and Tim.

Jesus is the Branch that grows from lifeless stump of a world, sent by God to redeem what has been lost. "Oh Come, Oh Come Immanuel" recorded by Beth, Jackie, J.P., and Tim. 

Paul Spivey: Welcome, Isaiah 64:1-9, and Prayer Neal Allison:  Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19, Prayer JP Conway: Sermon on Mark 13:24-37 Eric Simon: Table Talk Matt Perkins: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 and Prayer Brad Knapp: Announcements

Justin Myrick: Welcome, Ezekiel 34:11-24, and Prayer Brian Batey:  Psalm 100 Prayer JP Conway: Sermon on Matthew 25:31-46 John Delony: Table Talk (begins at 25:27) Spencer Porter: Ephesians 1:15-23 and Prayer Chris Church: announcements

In this episode, we check in with Paul Prill, who served Acklen for 30 years as the preacher and many years as well as an elder. He discusses what it’s like to retire during a pandemic, his growing interest in gardening, and how much he misses taking communion in person with all of you. 

Order of Worship: Bryan Thornton: Welcome, Judges 4:1-7, and Prayer Paul Prill:  Psalm 123 Prayer J.P. Conway: Sermon on Matthew 25:14-30 (begins at 6:22) Matt Bauer: Table Talk (begins at 25:27) Nigel Fontenot: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 and Prayer Spencer Porter: announcements  (begins at 30:58)

In this episode, our minister, J.P. Conway, explores the implications of head coverings and "head" talk in 1 Corinthians 11.  Is there a sex hierarchy at creation and in the church? Is there a hierarchy between God the Father and Christ the Son? We'll be discussing this episode on our Wednesday November 18 Zoom. If you have questions or feedback, let us know.

Danny Ray Martin: Welcome,  Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25, and Prayer Andrew Sternberg:  Psalm 78:1-7 and Prayer Ryan Sullenberger: Sermon on Matthew 25:1-13 Tim Spivey: Table Talk  Matt Perkins: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 and Prayer Paul Spivey: announcements 

In this episode, one of our elders, Bryan Thornton explores the Corinthian church in an attempt to picture who is doing what and when. He asks what you may have asked before, "If women are praying and prophesying in chapter 11, why are they being silenced in chapter 14?"  We'll be discussing this episode on our Wednesday November 11 Zoom. If you have questions or feedback, let us know. 

Dave Wagner: Welcome, Joshua 3:7-17, and Prayer Bob Hoskins:  Psalm 107:1-7, 33-37 and Prayer JP Conway: Sermon on Matthew 23:1-12 (begins at 6:31) Bodhi Dark: Table Talk (begins at 23:54) Clay Jones: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 and Prayer Brad Knapp: announcements

The elders have asked us to join them in a day of prayer and fasting on Monday November 2, the day before the election.  May we have the spiritual strength required to offer a mature, Christ-like witness in these days.

In this episode, one of our elders, Matt Perkins, takes us through the second part of “Women in the New Testament.” We’ll look at Euodia, Syntyche, Chloe, Philip’s four daughters, Lydia, and Priscilla. We’ll be discussing this episode on our Wednesday November 4 Zoom. If you have any comments, questions, or feedback, let us know. Thanks for being a part of this.

JP Conway: Welcome, Deuteronomy 34:1-12, and Prayer Spencer Porter:  Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17 and Prayer JP Conway: Sermon on Matthew 22:34-46 (begins at 6:25) Ryan Sullenberger: Table Talk (begins at 26:01) Jack Sternberg: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 and Prayer Chris Church: announcements

In this episode, one of our elders, Paul Spivey begins a two-week theme on “Women in the New Testament” by specifically looking at Phoebe and Junia.  This episode will be discussed on our Wednesday October 28 Zoom. If you have any questions or feedback, reach out. Thank you for your prayer and support.

In today’s episode, guest host Elsie Spivey poses four quarantine questions to a few Acklen friends. Listen in as they discuss virtual learning, new hobbies, what they miss most about normal life, and share some book recommendations. Here you go.

Matt Perkins: Welcome, Exodus 33:12-23, and Prayer Justin Myrick:  Psalm 99 and Prayer JP Conway: Sermon on Matthew 22:15-22 (begins at 9:08) Prentice Ashford: Table Talk (begins at 25:20) Jonah Perkins: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 and Prayer Spencer Porter: Announcements

In this episode of Male and Female in Genesis through Revelation, one of our elders, Bryan Thornton, explores the Day of Pentecost. We’ll be discussing this episode during our Wednesday night Zoom on October 21. If you have any comments or questions you’d like to see discussed, please reach out. Thanks for listening and participating in this discernment.