The New Testament Baptist Church of Butler, Pennsylvania

Sunday, September 29, 2013

Influence Trumps Authority

If you truly desire to bring up your children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, you must do more than rule them. You must do more than educate them, manage them, and teach them. You must do more than feed, clothe, and house them. You must even do more than pray for and with them. No parent ever truly won the heart of a child they did NOT like a child they did not truly develop a relationship with. The logic in a kids mind goes like this: If you dont like me, then I dont like you. Which means Id rather hole myself up in my room, leave you to your career, and hope to keep you off my back until Im eighteen when I can finally break free to go find relationships where I am valued and liked. Many parents try to find the answers to their parenting struggle in AUTHORITY. But most of the long-term answers that matter are found in INFLUENCE! If you want to control me, leverage your authority. If you want to change me, then develop a relationship of influence. In I Thessalonians 2:1-12, we see how the Apostle Pauls authenticity gained him credibility. As a result, his credibility produced influence. Biblical influence will always validate and strengthen your authority. It is important to pursue the heart of your child because your child will soon outgrow your authority, but they will never outgrow your influence.

Weekly Service Schedule

Sunday: 10:00 AM Adult & Childrens Bible Study Classes 11:00 AM Morning Preaching 6:00 PM Choir Practice 7:00 PM Evening Preaching/Patch the Pirate Clubs Wednesday: 7:00 PM Midweek Bible Study & Prayer Saturday: 10:30 AM Bus Visitation, Soul Winning & Outreach
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Our church family will takeover a local fast food restaurant after tonights service. Pastor will a n nou nc e th e res t au r an t tonight. You and your family are encouraged to enjoy some food and fellowship. Each family is responsible for their own meals. Join us tonight!
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Parents with Infants & Young Children

Thank you for choosing to worship at the New Testament Baptist Church of Butler. Our prayer is that your heart will be stirred for the eternal as we sing songs & hymns that direct your heart toward Christ and challenge you through the preaching of Gods Word. There are friendly people at our Welcome Center in the lobby who will gladly assist you with any questions you may have during your visit. Allow us to make you feel at home during your visit. First-time adult visitors and families are asked to visit our Welcome Center to receive a hospitality bag with a gift card to Chick-fil-A.

First Time Visitors

Out of respect for your loved ones and those in attendance, we ask parents to use our clean & well-equipped nursery. This free service is available for newborns and infants (birth through 24 months). Your cooperation is needed and appreciated. Assistance is available at the Welcome Center.

The New Testament Baptist Church will be hosting a Harvest Party at the church on Saturday, October 19, from 4:00-7:00 PM. We will be serving pulled pork, corn-on-the-cob, hot dogs, and baked beans. The adults are encouraged to participate in a Cornhole tournament. Each family is asked to bring a dessert.

Saturday, October 19 4:00-7:00 PM Cost: $10/family $5/person

There will be a petting zoo with barnyard animals for the children. There will also be pony rides and a mini-hayride for the children.

MISSIONARY EMPHASIS MONTH: OCTOBER

Sunday, December 22 6 PM

Church Family Christmas Dinner

Our church family is asked to prepare their hearts for our Missionary Emphasis Month in October. Our hearts will be challenged to partner with soul winning missionaries around the globe. Sunday, Oct. 6Australia (The Eckels Family) Sunday, Oct. 27Samoan Islands (The Civale Family)

Electronic Devices
Cellular devices and electronic devices should be turned off, or placed in vibrate mode. We would ask that parents do not allow their children to bring electronic video game systems with them to church.

Food & Drink Items:

In the spirit of worship, and as an act of courtesy, please do NOT bring food items, coffee, bottled water, or soft drinks into the Auditorium.