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B2 February 25 2021 The Chronicle Elder Richard Wayne Wood Sunday School Lesson Lydia: Called to Service Scriptures: Acts 16:11-15, 40; 1 Corinthians 1:26- 30 By the end of this lesson, we will: * Consider how Lydia used her gifts and her place in society to support Paul’s ministry; * Repent of times we have looked down on others who have not had the same opportunities or advantages; * Serve others joyfully through whatever means are at our disposal. Background: The Book of Acts follows the Apos tles Peter (chapters 1-12) and Paul (chapters 13-28) and highlights their ministries and their daily lives. Acts could more properly be called “The Acts of the Holy Spirit through the Apostles” since it’s the work of the Holy Spirit through the Apostles that is most significant. The Holy Spirit directing, controlling and empowering ministry is what strengthened the church and caused it to grow in numbers, spiritual power and influence. The Holy Spirit indeed directed Paul to the care of Lydia. Lesson: Paul and his companions intended to go to Asia and minister after having already been in conflict with the local church. The Holy Spirit intervenes and directs them to Macedonia, a Roman colony (verses 6-10). They stopped at Philippi, a leading city of Mace donia. The city did not have a synagogue, which meant there were less than ten Jewish men who were heads of household, which is the requirement to form a syna gogue. Absent the synagogue, on the Sabbath Paul and friends head to the riverside “where women were gath ered to pray, worship, and recite from Old Testament Scriptures. Paul and his companions began to preach Christ to the women (verses 11-13). Among the women was “A woman named Lydia, from the city of Thyatira, a seller of purple fabric, a wor shiper of God, was listening ...” Lydia’s status is worth mentioning here. Because purple dye was very expen sive, purple garments were usually worn by royalty and the wealthy. The success of Lydia’s business enabled her to have a house large enough to accommodate Paul and his friends. “... and the Lord opened her heart to respond to the things spoken by Paul.” Lydia and her entire household were baptized. The Spirit’s guidance of Paul resulted in a place for Paul and friends to stay. Continued reading will reveal that Lydia became one of Paul’s financial supporters and was a loyal helper in his ministry - which often resulted in his arrest. Paul and Silas are arrested for casting out a demon from a slave girl - the entire jail was shaken (read it), souls were saved and Paul aijd Silas were directed to leave town. Upon release from jail, they visit Lydia’s house, now usedas a church “and when they saw the brethren, they encouraged them and departed (verse 40). “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the clev erness of the clever I will set aside” Isaiah 29:14. Paul is quoting Old Testament prophecy and speak ing to all the “called.” Lydia was rich, but most converts were poor and working class. Paul says that the mes sage of the prophet is a call to today - formal education, political power, and economic status are not what puts you ahead in the kingdom of God. God disdained human wisdom. God chose the things that are not to bring to nothing the things that are (verses 26-28). “But of him are ye I, Christ Jesus” ... all the riches of salvation exist in Christ Jesus - we owe all to him. No saved sinner can boast that he has achieved salvation by his intellect. The qualities that belong to the believer are through the rework of Christ on the cross. Wisdom is gained through spirimal discernment through God’s Word. Righteousness is accredited to the believer from See Lydia on B3 Local pastor compiles 30-day inspirational book ‘I Needed That’ SUBMITTED ARTICLE Pastor Camilla Wash ington of Whole Man Min istries has written her sec ond book titled “I Needed That,” a compilation of daily devotionals written with women specifically in mind. It is a 30-day de ¬ make sure that everything and everybody is in place, yet we forget to take care of ourselves. This book is written to encourage, em power, and motivate wom en to live their best life, even amid a pandemic,” said Pastor Camilla. The reviews are in, book is a compilation of daily messages that God has used to empower me to live my best life. Dur ing busy days, I often felt pulled in all directions; I needed something to ground me, give me stabil ity, and show me that there is more to each day than that compels you to walk into your destiny. I knew that these words that God had delivered to me were also for the masses of women daily trying to be everything to everybody. “My prayer is that this book will give you greater clarity and peace to live FOREWORD BY GARY CHAPMAN, PH.D AUTHOR OF THE 5 LOVE LANGUAGES I needed that... CAMILLA F " My prayer is that as you read these encouraging words each morningyou will find God's peace and joy for the day ahead'' - Gary Chapman, Ph.D. Have you ever received an empowering and truth-filled message from a friend at the moment you needed it the most? This collection of encouraging words, written by Camilla F. Washington and inspired by God, willgive you daily opportunities to remind yourself of who God saysyou are. After growing through ' journaling opportunities, Kingdom affirmations, and applicable scriptures,you will findyourself saying, "'Vims, I really needed that!" Camilla F. Washington is a wife, mother, and pastor of Whole Man Ministries Church located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Her true passion is to empower all women to live their best lives according to the power that works in than. . WASHINGTON votional, written not just to women of faith, but to all women. The book’s foreword is written by Dr. Gary Chapman, the author of New York Times bestseller “The 5 Love Languages.” Pastor Camilla said, “I was elated that Dr. Chapman endorsed the book. I wrote this with all women in mind. Women are nurtur- ers by nature and want to several young ladies have gotten copies and have ex pressed their appreciation for the book. One woman said, “Each message spoke directly to me and my day; I find myself saying, I needed that!” It is Pastor Camilla’s desire that this book gets in the hands of every woman. The book was written dur ing the pandemic and Pas tor Camilla said, “This meeting the requirements of my family, friends, and the world. “As I began to write what was given to me by God, I was inspired to share with other women from all walks of life. I wrote this book for the extraordinary woman; it is for the daughter, mother, niece, sister, or friend you are or will become as you take on each inspiration your best life every day. And, at the end of each day, I hope you say with me, T needed that!’” The book can be pur chased by contacting Pastor Camilla at Whole Man Ministries or going to Amazon.com, Pastor Camilla can be reached at 336-785-2080 or at www. wholemanminitries.com. Have a Story Idea? Let Us Know News@wschronicle, com RELIGION CALENDAR *Please call ahead to make sure your event is still happening. We will post canccllations/postponements announcements when received. Thursdays and Saturdays Free Meals Christ Rescue Temple Church, 1500 North Dunleith Ave., will serve hot meals as part of the People Helping People Feeding Program. Meals will be served every Thursday and Saturday .from noon until 1 p.m. at the church’s location. For more information, call 336-722- 9841. Sundays Virtual worship services Green Street United Methodist Church, 639 S. Green St., invites you to join online worship services on Sun days at 11 a.m. The service, which is available via Face- book and YouTube, is a celebration of the diversity of the human family. Online viewers will discover a no- frills service that is thoughtful, personal, and deeply spiritual. Green Street practices the radical welcome of Jesus Christ. Individuals of every denomination, sexual orientation, gender identity, and race/ethnicity are wel comed and encouraged to attend. Visit www.greenstree- tumc.org or email admin@greenstreetumc.org for more information. NOW Zoom services New Birth Worship Center (NBWC) in East Bend has gone virtual. Please join Dr. James L. E. Hunt, Senior Pastor on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. on Zoom webi nar. The link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84789021891 or Dial-In: 1 301 715 8592 ID Mtg. #: 84789021891. In addition, Sunday School is taught by Deacon James Henry at 9 a.m. via telephone conference call #: 1 917 900 1022 ID#: 868433#. All are welcome to join us for Zoom (virtual) Bible Study on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Our Pastor, Dr. Hunt, will be the teacher. The Zoom Link: https://us02web. zoom.us/j/89195349778 or Dial-In Mtg #: 1 301 715 8592 ID#:89195349778#. For additional information, please call 336-699- 3583 or visitwww.newbirthworshipcenter.org or visit our Facebook page. Feb. 28 First Waughtown Baptist Church Live stream First Waughtown Baptist Church, Winston-Salem, will live stream its service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 28, at www.facebook.com/FirstWaughtown and on its web- site, www.firstwaughtown.org, click on the virtual mes sages link on the homepage. Senior Pastor Dr. Dennis W. Bishop will continue the series “Suggestions for How to Survive a Storm.” The scriptural reference is Acts 27:29-32 and vs. 40-41. Feb.28 The Forsyth County Missionary Union The Forsyth County Missionary Union monthly meeting will be held virtually on Sunday, February 28. Seniors will convene at 3 p.m. and youth at 1:30 p.m. The host church will be Providence Baptist, Kerners ville, N.C. Rev. Keith Vereen is the pastor. The Mini Rally and Black History Program will be held also. How to submit items to the Religion calendar: The deadline is Sunday at 11:59 p.m. to have all calendar items submitted for that week’s paper. Send your calendar items to news@wschronicle.com. 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