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Interdenominational Sunday School lesson Calab: Loral and Pattent. %, Numbers U:IMS;14:M;Sr.ift-U{ Joafcua 14: M Aa we continue our atudiei in "Old Teatament Peraonalitiei," today we shall consider the life of Caleb. He waa one of the Bible charactera who was not so prominent, yet one who made a real contribution to the work of God. A look at Caleb's life should be an inspiration to all of us in our Christian lives, for in it we see loyalty and patience shine through as he supported Moses' leadership. As I prepared to write this com mentary, my memory went back some thirty-five years to a small town in Eastern Kentucky, and to a person that I knew there. He wai a deacon in his church, sang bass in the church choir and the men's quartet. He was not flam boyant, but was always present and ready to lend a hand, or take a responsible job when the church called on him. Perhaps the words that best describe him are "dependability", "steadfastness" and "trust worthiness." These are words that should characterize any, and all of us, who serve in a supportive role in God's work. Caleb should surely be charac terized as such. Faith Makes a Differnece. Numbers 13:30-53 What was it in Caleb's life which gave him such optimism? Faith! The children of Israel were now some two years out of Egyptian bondage, and were on the threshold of claiming God's promise of Caanan. They had ]ot*rneyed from Egypt to Mt. Sinae and had spent more than a year there. After receiving God's law, they were organized into a nation, and they proceeded on toward God's promised land. Now they camped ill the wilderness area, south of Caanan. Twrlve spies were chosen, one from each tribe, to go ahead into the land of Caanan, assess the land and people, so that they would know the circumstances they were likely to be facing. After 40 days of exploration, the 12 returned to the camp of Israel and made their report, "it is indeed a land of milk and honey," they reported, "but the inhabitants were large people, and war-like. It would be too risky." The spies were ready to give up. All, that is, except two, Josuah and Caleb. Verse 30 notes that "Caleb stilled the people." His was a dif ferent voice, the calm voice of faith, the voice of confidence. Caleb advised, "Let us go up at once and possess it." God had promised the land to them and what He promised, He delivers. His word is true and sure. What was the diference between the report of the ten and the report of Josuah and Cale^? They had all seen the tame things in the land, it's greatness and it's obvious dif ficulties. Caleb saw the difficulties through God's eyes and they were sur mountable, through faith. Loyalty Brings Reward. Numbers 14: M Verse 24 tells us something about loyalty, faith and committment. God said, "Caleb had another, or dif ferent spirit, a trusting and obedient spirit." Several times it was said of Caleb that he followed the Lord fully. This kind of faithfulness would be rewarded, for God said, Him will I bring Into the land whereunto be went, and hla aeed (ball posses* it." But that would happen 40 years later. Result o( Apostasy Numbers ?: 10-12 The word Apotasy, when used in a religious sense, means a (ailing away from God. It describes what hap pened to the people who believed the fear-ridden report of the unbelieving spies. God's anger was kindled, and the result would be that none of the men, twenty years old and over, would enter the promised land. They would wander in the wilderness and perish - all save Caleb and Joshua. TANYA TWINE COA Kids College announced -i Students who have completed the s third through the sixth grades can participate in a two-week enrichment program, "Summer College for Itids," sponsored by College of The Albemarle. , The program will be held from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. each day from July t> . Homemakers , raise funds re .. > v The Bay Branch Extension Horaemakers recently collected a total of $132 to support the Heart Fund Campaign according to club member, Mrs. Manolia Parker. Each year the Club in cooperation with community residents and their church (Bay Branch) canvas for the _ Heart Fluid Drive. i ?'i" Club president, Mrs. Isetta Hollowell, feels that campaigning for the Heart Fund is a worthwhile community and club project that benefits many citizens. iracess, ?I<M uiti A word from . . . I Mt. Sinai WU ?;1 jo- .??* " i- There's a field behind my house that has recently been planted. I first thought it might not be planted at all. This was o stubborn field. The weather was a hin drance, the lateness of the day was a hindrance. In a few days, we wilt ~ that in the conversion they killed the unproductive vegeta ond planted new seed will bring profit to the ter of the field. Jesus can clear oway the s in vour life and plant seed. It is not too ate for you* "The kingdom of heaven |s likened unto a man who good seed in his If (Matt. 13:24) If you' hove a chance, i visit with us. Pastor ? Church S through July 14 on the Elizabeth City campus. The two-hour, afternoon sessions have proven popular during the past two summers, according to Clate Aydlett, SCK coordinator. She said that previously enrollment has been open only to gifted and talented students. This year, however, any student who attends any of the elementary schools in the college's seven-county service area can enroll in the sum mer program. Each principal has received a supply of descriptive brochures that explain the content of the sic courses to be taught. A registration form is printed on the back. Aydlett said interested students who do not get a brochure at school, can pick one up at the COA reception desk located in the lobby of Building A at the North Road Street campus. Registration for the six, hands-on courses that focus on mathematics, technology, and science will be on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Each class will have a maximum enrollment of 20 students. Registration will be held at the college on June 27 and 28 from 12 o'clock noon until 6 p.m. The fee for each course is $25.00. Tanya Twine wins music competition On April 23, 1983, in Richmond, Va., the Eastern Virginia Penticostal Holliness Conference had their junior talent contest which Tanya Twine of Route 2, Hertford participated. She won two groups of com petition; vocal solo and instrumental solo. She bourgh home two trophies. This made her eligible to go to the regional level, which was held in Dublin, Va., on May 14, 1983. At this level she won a trophy for voacal solo and was runner up in instrumental solo. Tanya hopes to succeed with her music and make a career out of it. ? Tanya is the dauhter of Wanda Twine, of Route 2, Hertford. Church news Great Hope Baptist Church will show the film SILENT WITNESS Sunday, June 19, at 7 p.m. Was Jesus Christ wrapped in a relic of cloth that still exists? Does 20th century man need a 2000 year old relic to prove that Jesus of Nazareth was God's son. If this is truly Christ's death shroud, how does it affect the Christian? Whether you are a believer or not, we warmly invite the community to share this experience with us. The Elizabeth City Chapter of Women's Aglow meets June 18, at 9 a.m. at Tuck's. There will be a guest speaker and continental breakfast for $1.50. Everyone is welcome. Up River Friends Meeting on Road 1208 twelve miles north of Hertford will have a Men's Prayer Breakfast this Sunday, June 19, at 7 a.m., in their Fellowship Hall. Men, young men, and boys are invited. There will be delicious food, fellowship, and a time of devotions. A set of slides will be shown depicting Friends missionary work among the Kickapoo Indians at Mcloud, Oklahoma. An offering will be received to cover the cost of the meal and to help with the cost of a recently completed church building at Kickapoo Friends Center. Local men involved in preparation for the breakfast are: Alvan and Arnold Winslow, cooks; Julian Baker, setting of tables; Clifford Winslow, promotion and publicity. Pastor Rendel Cosand and the people of Up River Friends Meeting invite the men and boys of the community to this Father's Day breakfast. Local students honored James S. Midgette, Counselor, announced today that ten students from Perquimans High School have been accepted for membership in The Society of Distinguished American High School Students. Founded in 1968, The Society has honored some of the most out standing high school students in the nation. To qualify for Society membership, a nominee must excel in academics, extracurricular, or civic activities and be nominated by a local sponsor. Once accepted for this select honor, members become eligible to compete for college scholarships through The Society's National Awards Program. This year 118 colleges and universities have earmarked scholarship funds for Society members. Students from Perquimans High School awarded membership are: Paige Hollowell, Sheila Perry, Lynn Stallings, Richard Skinner, Jill Meads, Cassandra Griswould, Zina Jackson, Michelle Mansfield, Joseph Alexander and Dawn Strain. The Society has also presented a National Appreciation Award to Mr. Midgette, the student's sponsor. This award was made ''in acknowledgement of untiring efforts and steadfast deication on behalf of the students from Perquimans High School. To preserve the hinor, these members' names and their biographical accomplishments will be listed in the Society's Membership Registry. Perquimans County '? Only Neumpaper For And About Perquimans People SUPPLIERS OF OIL PRODUCTS GOODYEAR TIRES MEMBER OF FDIC HERTFORD. N.C. r? For Your information Dear friends, A good family man is the unsung hero of any society. Every wife and children need a fami'" head, steady at the helm, a provider, an instructor, an example of good moral character ? yet one who can laugh and joke and play with the children, at all ages. With such men in abundance, who needs other heroes? Respectfully, SWINDELL FUNERAL HOME HERTFORD. N.C. 4217311 &VlcU The family of Durward F. Reed, Sr. would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our family and friends, to our Churches, all organi zations, the doctors and nurses and all who were so kind and helpful. Your thoughts, words and deeds, during his long illness and passing, and most of all your prayers will always be remem bered. With best wishes to each of you. Sincerely, His Wife, Mary Tucker Reed, His Sons, Durward F. Reed, Jr. and Ernest Lindsay Reed, II We would like to thank everyone for the flowers, food, prayers, donations and other kindnesses during our time of bereavement. May God bless each one of you. Mr. and Mrs. David Rue and Family First, I would like to thank the Lord for bringing me though my surgery. Then, my family and I would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to each pastor each church, Sunday School class, church organiza tion, wonderful friend, neighbors, relatives, and everyone for their many prayers, pretty cards, phone calls, gifts, flowers, food, visits, and other acts of kindness during my stay in Pitt County Memorial Hospital and since my return home. Everyone has been so wonderful. Your expression of love and concern has meant so much to me and my family. May God bless each of you as He has blessed me. Thanks Again, Ann S. Butt and family p ? Thanks to our many friends and relatives for their prayers and concern shown us during the long illness and loss of our loved one, Mary Lizzie C. Winslow. The memory of your love and thoughts of sym pathy will always remain with us. May God bless you. The Family
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