Temple Baptist Life

At Temple Baptist life does not stop as we get older. Forever Young is our ministry for those 50+.  Check the calendar for our events.  We will be planning several programs such as ministry to homebound, regular visitation, transportation, home repair help and mail and phone contacts.  Everyone is welcome.  If you know someone who needs a visit or other help, please call Linda Haltom.  For other information or to get involved, call Linda Haltom at 719-207-4443.

Celebrate with Your TBC Family at the March Birthday Potluck

Everyone is invited after church on Sunday, March 7th — to our March Birthday Potluck Dinner. Please bring a salad or side dish to share. Please do not bring a dessert. The church will provide the birthday cake and meat dish (ham).

“Many happy returns of the day of thy birth. May many seasons of sunshine be given. May God in His mercy prepare you on earth for a beautiful birthday in Heaven.”

The Very Best Thing for (Adult) Children

Linda Haltom, Forever Young Coordinator

Our recent visit to see our son in Hawaii was an eye opener. We need to be praying more for both of our sons. While we have always prayed for them, when your children are grown, don’t live near you, are too busy to really talk about their lives, or are estranged from you, you tend to think (or at least I do) that “No news is good news” or that “If there really was a problem, they would let us know”. Neither of these is true.

How often do we really reveal our deepest struggles or concerns, even with friends or a spouse? Every family is different and every child is unique so I want to be clear that maybe some of this doesn’t apply to you. I was raised in an imperfect family and am an imperfect parent. However, I am blessed with a godly mother who recently sent me the book “The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children” by Stormie Omartian. God’s timing is perfect!

There is POWER in prayer. This book has some key points: What every parent of an adult child needs to know (don’t you wish you knew this earlier?):
1. It never ends
2. You can’t fix them
3. God can change everything
4. You must stop blaming yourself
5. You have to forgive
6. There is only one perfect parent (Father God)
7. You can wholeheartedly say “For this adult child I prayed”.

The chapters of the book are “Pray That Your Adult Children Will:

1. See God Pour Out His Spirit upon Them
2. Develop a Heart for God, His Word, and His Ways
3. Grow in Wisdom, Discernment, and Revelation
4. Find Freedom, Restoration, and Wholeness
5. Understand God’s Purpose for Their Lives
6. Work Successfully and Have Financial Stability
7. Have a Sound Mind and a Right Attitude
8. Resist Evil Influences and Destructive Behavior
9. Avoid All Sexual Pollution and Temptation
10. Experience Good Health and God’s Healing
11. Enjoy a Successful Marriage and Raise Godly Children
12. Maintain Strong and Fulfilling Relationships
13. Be Protected and Survive Tough Times
14. Walk into the Future God Has for Them

Sam and I are reading this book together daily and praying for our adult children. We also pray these things for ourselves. This book can become a part of your devotion time. It will bless you, encourage you and help you see God work in the lives of your children. Isaiah 54:13 – “All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.”

Our March Event

Saturday, March 6th, 10 AM Brunch
Program is to be determined.

If you have questions or need a ride call Linda at 207-4443.

Tip of the Month: Yes, It’s Tax Time

Free income tax preparation, including e filing is available (by appointment only) at the Salida Regional Library on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays through April 14th. Call 539-3364 for an appointment.

Also, the website www.irs.gov has information to help you. In the search area at the top, you can type in any subject or type in “tax tips for seniors” to find out what publications, information or forms you may want to review before preparing your taxes. As you think about getting your information together, designate a place right now to put the 2010 information you will need so the task will be really easy next year.

Calendar

3/6 Forever Young Brunch at 10 am at the Church
3/March Birthday Potluck right after church

Please let us know of anyone you know that needs a visit or help. If you need help yourself, we are glad to assist you. Call Linda at 207-4443.

Our Mission: Meet the needs of senior adults in our church and community. Encourage senior-to-senior service. Share the Good News of Christ with seniors in our community.