First Baptist Church of Midway

In Luke 12:31-32 Jesus tells us, "But seek the kingdom of God..." (In Matthew 6:33, He said, "Seek first the kingdom of God... and all these things shall be added to you.") "Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom."

The secret to receiving God's provision is to put God's Kingdom first, then everything else will be added to you. That includes all the things you worry about and strive after. God promises He will add them to you.

I know for some people it is just too simplistic. It is just a childish notion to be brushed aside. But, to do so is a grave mistake. Never underestimate the power of obedience. When we obey God and get our priorities in line, it unlocks and releases incredible blessings in our life.

When we put the spiritual above the material, when we put the cause and the mission of God's Kingdom before our own personal desires, it will cause things to be added to our lives.

I remember reading about J.L. Kraft. He began his business by selling cheese on the streets in Chicago, but failed miserably. One day a Christian friend told him, "J.L., you don't have God first in your life, or in your business. Put Him first in all things you do, and you will see a different outcome." From that day on, he put God's Kingdom first in every way and he built the largest cheese empire in the world.

First things first. Jesus said, "Do not worry. Just get your priorities in line, and God will take care of you."

LAST SUNDAY
     Yesterday we continued our new series: Red Letter Days. We looked again at how Jesus, when He was on the cross, uttered some very powerful words. We focused on the statement Father, Forgive Them. We all need forgiveness from God, as well we all need to forgive others. Unforgiveness puts us in a sort of prison. Forgiveness, when it is extended from us, releases us from this prison and benefits us as well. This message is on our site, on the home page, just below the calendar, if you missed it. As well, we are now on iTunes. Next week we will continue this series as we consider Jesus' words: I Thirst.

MIDWAY COMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNT
      First Baptist Church will be hosting a community wide Easter Egg Hunt at the Midway Community Park. Plans are underway for an exciting, fun-filled jam-packed time. There will be Easter Eggs, free lunch, live music, bouncy houses and slides, and a drawing for gift cards. If you would like to be a part of this event, we need people willing to serve our church and community. There will be a sign up sheet this Sunday on the back table.

      Donations Needed:

• At least 1,000 Easter Eggs with candy to fill them
• Hot dogs and buns
• Condiments
• French Fries
• Nachos and cheese
• Bottled water

      Help Needed:

• Manning the bouncy houses for safety reasons
• Manning the lunch area
• Manning the drawing
• Decorations Team
• Stuffing Easter Eggs and Bags

UP COMING EVENTS
      April 10 - Sunday PM Services will resume
      April 20 - Quarterly Business Meeting
      April 23 - Midway Community Easter Egg Hunt
      April 24 - Easter Services

• 8:00 AM - Sunrise Service
• 9:00 AM - Carry-In Breakfast
• 10:00 AM - Easter Worship Service
• No Evening Service

     Visit us at www.fbcmidway.com for more information about our church, as well as previous sermons. Our website has much to offer.

First Baptist Church
210 Front Street | PO Box 545 | Midway | Pennsylvania 15060

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