Bulletin, 4-16-19

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Vol. 44 April 16, 2019 Number 14
The Significance of Christ’s Resurrection
By Wayne Jackson
Each spring, millions of people around the world acknowledge, in some fashion or
another, that Jesus Christ was raised from the dead some twenty centuries ago. Modern
society calls it “Easter.”
The origin of this term is uncertain, though it is commonly thought to derive from
Eastre, the name of a Teutonic spring goddess. The term “Easter,” in the King James
Version of the Bible (Acts 12:4), is a mis-translation. The Greek word is pascha, correctly
rendered “Passover” in later translations. In fact, though pascha is found twenty-nine times
in the Greek New Testament, it is only rendered “Easter” once, even in the KJV.
Christians are not authorized to celebrate Easter as a special annual event
acknowledging the resurrection of Christ. Faithful children of God reflect upon the Savior’s
resurrection every Sunday (the resurrection day – cf. John 20:1ff) as they gather to worship
God in the regular assembly of the church (cf. Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2).
We ought to be glad, however, that multitudes—usually caught up in pursuits wholly
materialistic—will take at least some time for reflection upon the event of the Savior’s
resurrection. It is entirely appropriate that Christians take advantage of this circumstance;
we should be both willing and able to explain to our friends—at least those who have some
reverence for Christianity—the significance of the Lord’s resurrection.
The resurrection of Jesus from the dead is the foundation of the Christian system (cf. 1
Corinthians 15:14ff). If there was no resurrection, Christianity is a hoax, and we are
wasting our time. But the truth is, the event of Jesus’ resurrection is incontrovertible.
Professor Thomas Arnold of Rugby, a world-renowned historian, once said that Christ’s
resurrection from the dead is the “best-attested fact in human history” (1939, 2569). This
being the case, just what is the significance of Jesus’ resurrection? Think about these
matters.
First, the resurrection is one of the major evidences that Jesus Christ is the Son of
God. Paul affirmed that Christ is “declared to be the Son of God with power . . . by the
resurrection from the dead” (Romans 1:4).
Second, Jesus’ resurrection represents an assurance that we can have forgiveness
from our sins. Paul contended: “[I]f Christ hath not been raised, our faith is vain; ye are yet
in your sins” (1 Corinthians 15:17). The reverse of the apostle’s affirmation would be this:
if Jesus was raised, sins will be forgiven when we obey the gospel (Acts 2:38; 22:16).
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ELDERS
Mike Childers..............397-6453
Dennis Hallmark .........255-5557
Mark Hitt.....................322-0917
Bobby Lindley.............260-9193
DEACONS
Wade Bryan.................419-5552
William Harris.............416-8149
Ricky Lindsey .............255-8136
Jeff Mansel..................871-0357
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PREACHER
Barry Kennedy ... (931)787-7108
SECRETARY
Renee Childers
Office...........................842-6116
Fax...............................842-7091
E-MAIL
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SUNDAY SERVICES
Worship....................... 9:00 a.m.
Bible Classes............. 10:15 a.m.
Worship..................... 11:15 a.m.
Singing or Devotional
Last Sunday of the Month
MID-WEEK
SERVICES
Wednesday Classes .....7:00 p.m.
EAST MAIN CHURCH OF CHRIST
1606 East Main Street
P. O. Box 1761
Tupelo, Mississippi 38802
“Thou shalt observe to do all that they inform thee”
(Deut. 17:10)

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Third, the resurrection tells the world that the
kingdom of God is ruled by a living sovereign. The
founder of Islam is dead, and his bones lie dormant in the
earth. But the founder of Christianity—sixty years after
his death—appeared to John on the island of Patmos and
said: “I am the first and the last, and the Living One; and
I was dead, and behold, I am alive for evermore”
(Revelation 1:17-18).
Fourth, Jesus’ resurrection proves that physical
death is not the termination of human existence. God,
who is the giver of life (1 Timothy 6:13), has the power
to reanimate the human body. Christ’s triumph over the
grave is Heaven’s pledge to us that we too shall be
raised. This is why Jesus is referred to as the “firstfruits
of them that are asleep” (1 Corinthians 15:20,23).
Fifth, the Lord’s resurrection previewed the
ultimate victory of Christianity over all its enemies. In
the book of Revelation, Jesus is depicted as a lamb that
had been slain but was standing again (5:6). This same
Lord was “the lion of the tribe of Judah” that had
overcome his foes (5:5). Christians too will overcome as
a result of the Lamb’s sacrifice and victory over death
(cf. Revelation 12:11). The resurrection of the Son of
God should be a constant reminder to us of these
wonderful biblical truths. We honor our Master’s victory
over death—not once a year, but every week!
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Our Ladies’ Day
Our ladies’ day here at
East Main has been scheduled
for Saturday, April 27 with
Jane Washington speaking on
the theme “Walking with the
Lord.” Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Food sign up
sheets have been placed on the bulletin board across
from the library.
Sympathy
Our sympathy is extended to Frankie Estes in the
loss of her sister, Christine Plunkett. Graveside
services were held in Nettleton on April 15
Mexico Mission Trip
Wade & Bethany
Bryan will be leaving
Wednesday, Apr. 17 for a
campaign in Palenque,
Mexico. They will be
working with Domingo
Perez. Keep them in your prayers for safe travels.
Girls’ Joyful Rebellion
The girls’ Joyful Rebellion
group will meet this Friday, Apr.
19 at 6:00 p.m. at Event Zona
for an hour of bowling and laser
tag. Cost will be around $25 per
person. See Savannah Tucker if
you need more information.
Jr. Youth & Early
Seekers’ Egg Hunt
The Jr. Youth & Early
Seekers are invited to an egg
hunt and other activities this
Saturday, Apr. 20 from 9:00
a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the
multipurpose room. Please
bring a dozen plastic, candy
filled eggs and a basket. Also,
parents, a food list is posted beside the tract rack in
the foyer for breakfast items.
Community Outreach Item
for March:
Washing powders or liquid
John Duke is stationed in Long Beach, MS.
Caleb Williams is stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC.
Dylan Kelly, Steve Kelly’s grandson, is in Kuwait.

3. Daily Bible Reading
April 17...........................................1 Chronicles 10-13 2 Samuel 11-12
April 18...........................................1 Chronicles 14-16
April 19...........................................1 Chronicles 17-21
April 20...........................................1 Chronicles 22-27
April 21...........................................1 Chronicles 28-29
April 22...............................................2 Chronicles 1-5
April 23...............................................2 Chronicles 6-9
Birthdays &
Anniversaries
Birthdays: Janna Gholston (Apr. 17),
Brenda Lindley (Apr. 18), Wanda Bryan (Apr.
20), LuAnne Funderburk (Apr. 20), Blaine
Roby (Apr. 20), Ashley Davis (Apr. 23),
Brittney Kennedy (Apr. 23). Anniversaries: Ricky &
Lisa Lindsey (Apr. 22), Joe & Alicia Smith (Apr. 23).
Our Sick
Nancy Haywood is in room 273 at NMMC. Jean
Mounce is in room 3340 at NMMC. Sarah Grubbs,
Mark Hitt & Lori Sheffield’s grandmother, is in room
6628 at NMMC. Bobby Goff, Patsy Nichols’ brother,
is home from the hospital for now. Steve Kelly is not
healing well from his foot surgery. Mike Bryan,
Wade’s brother, will have a heart cath at Vanderbilt
Hospital on Thursday. Jill Rice, Debbie Vines’
mother, continues at the Sanctuary Hospice House.
Weston Agnew, Lauren Long’s friend, will have his
prosthetic put into his eye pupil next week.
On-Going Illnesses
Laverne Raper, Frankie Estes, Donny Dulaney,
Adam McCurley, Linda McCurley, Mary Jordan,
Bretta Robinson, James Goddard, Bill Goff, Tommy
Goff, James Nichols, Sheba Tuggers, Sherry Gregory,
Shirley Owens, Nathan Hale, Leroy Brown, Jadon
Parish, Carol Nichols, Jerry Smith, Mitch Maclean,
Lee Graham, Randy Groover
Nursing Homes/Assisted
Living
Randy Attaway, Shirley McCarthy, Mary
Southern, Veona Harris
New Directories
Our new church
directories are ready and on
the table in the foyer. You
may pick one up at your
convenience! Please only
take one per family and sign
the list on the table.
Thank You Notes
Dear church family,
Thank you so much for the prayers, visits, and
providing food while I am down. I appreciate all you
have done more than you will ever know.
In Christian love,
Steve Kelly
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Dear Community Outreach Group at the East Main
Church of Christ,
Thank you for knitting and donating your caps to
the Cancer/Infusion Center. I don’t have cancer, but I
do have an autoimmune disease which causes hair loss
and I have to be treated at the Infusion Center. Your
caps are beautiful and very appreciated by me and by
all the other patients. Infusion therapy is difficult, but
knowing you care enough to hand knit these caps
makes life easier and better. Thank you for your
loving kindness.
Sincerely,
Louann McDonald
New Ladies’ Bathroom
A new ladies’ bathroom will soon be under
construction in the old 2 & 3-year-old classroom with
seven stalls. The original bathrooms will remain the
same until construction is finished. Then, plans are
for the men to occupy the two original bathrooms.
We hope this will alleviate congestion between
worship times on Sunday.
Mark Your Calendar
East Main’s VBS
June 2-5

4. Go Into All the World
“IN CHRIST ALONE...”
June 7th-8th
Please register at eastmaincoc.com ASAP!
Speakers: Eric Owens, Joe Wells, Jonathan Bates & Harrison Moran
This camp is for ages 13-22 and is being hosted by the East Main Church of Christ, 1606 East
Main St., Tupelo, MS 38804. Please see Josh or Barry Kennedy for more information.
Men to Serve Sunday, Apr. 21, 2019 a.m.
Announcements................................. William Harris
Bible Reading...................................... Dale Dulaney
Opening Prayer ....................................... Perry Hand
Lord’s Supper
Greg Hughes & Mike Childers
Serve Congregation, East Side:
Larry Presley, Sam Hood, Joe Smith
Serve Congregation, West Side:
Wesley Bass, Josh Kennedy, Jake Kennedy
Lead Singing....................................James Simmons
Closing Prayer........................................Mike Ratliff
Ushers .....................Jason Dickinson & Lee DuBois
Please meet in the library by 8:45 a.m.
Sunday Afternoon
Opening Prayer ............................... Robert Kingsley
Closing Prayer...................................Shawn Mounce
Lead Singing....................................Eddie Simmons
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Prayer...............................................James Simmons
Lead Singing........................................John Mounce
Contact Ricky Lindsey (255-8136) if unable to serve.
The elders kindly request that men leading in public
worship wear the best dress clothes they have.
Greeters .................................Jeff & Natalie Mansel
.......................................Larry & Judy Bates
Prepare Lord’s Supper—April..........................Mark
& Carrie Hitt
Nursery......................................Tracy & Logan Lyle
Pantry.................................................... Canned fruit
Attendance & Contribution
Mid-Week, 4-10-19..............................................147
Sunday 1st
Worship, 4-14-19 ...............................185
Sunday Bible Class ..............................................185
Sunday 2nd
Worship.............................................172
Contribution (budget $7,900)..........................$8,396