VineLife! Notes - "Thanksgiving 07"

1. "Thanks" is a big deal because it shows my basic view of life.
2. It's hard to say "thanks " if we live with an entitlement mentality.
3. It's hard to say "thanks" when we always want more.
4. It's hard to say "thanks" when I always forget.
5. When I say "thanks" I am doing something good for myself. (It battles anxiety and depression.)

I Thessalonians 5:18 NIV
Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

Psalm 124:1-8
If the LORD had not been on our side— let Israel say- if the LORD had not been on our side when men attacked us, when their anger flared against us, they would have swallowed us alive; the flood would have engulfed us, the torrent would have swept over us, the raging waters would have swept us away.

Praise be to the LORD, who has not let us be torn by their teeth. We have escaped like a bird out of the fowler's snare; the snare has been broken, and we have escaped. Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.


Psalm 103:2
Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.

Philippians 4:6 NIV
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Luke 6:38 NIV
Give and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will poured into your lap. For with the meausre you use, it will be measured to you.

Psalm 136:1-3
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good.
His love endures forever.
Give thanks to the God of gods.
His love endures forever.
Give thanks to the Lord of lords:
His love endures forever.

Baby Shower! NextSaturday !

December 1 at 2:30 we will have a blast at a party for Lisa Clark and Sharon Waters with gifts for their new babies. SOOOO purchase or make them a gift, and if you cannot make it to the shower on Saturday, bring it to church on Sunday. Let's bless these ladies who give so much of themselves to us. (Okay, you probably know them even if you do not know that you know them. Lisa is the children's church teacher and also leads First Place. Sharon is a small group leader (along with hubby Bryan) and also is our favorite veteranarian in Tyler.)

BREWTONES 11-30-07 !!!

Come for an evening of cool music at the Vineyard!

Who'll be there?
"Luvbeat"
"Homer Hiccolm"

There will be a "mystery opener" - just him and his guitar.

I don't know for sure, but it will probably start at 7:00.
(I'll try to find out and post it here if it is not at 7.)

GO TO THE LINK FOR BREWTONES AND LUVBEAT ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THIS BLOG.
YES, OVER THERE >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Pray for Persecuted Christians

Thanks, Lisa, for leading us as we participated in the International Day of Prayer for the persecuted church. To learn more about how to pray, pick up a brochure on the information table.

Missions Sunday

Welcome Home Missionary!! Joseph Napoli, School of the Bible and YWAM Missionary to Brazil was with us Sunday. It was great to see him, and to see what God is doing in Brazil. His faithfulness is such an encouragement. Remember him and his family in your prayers.

Tae Kwon Do

Such fun!! Such a benefit in the areas of discipline, safety, and physical fitness!! Take advantage of this opportunity.

Tues. and Thurs.: Juniors 6:30-7:30 & Adults 7:30-8:30.
Saturday: Juniors 9:30-10:30 & Adults 10:30-11:30.
(Juniors are age 12 and under.)

Cost $50. per month per person (discounts available for families)
Contact Matt Bares 903-595-2295

Women's Brunch

This Saturday Nov 10th
10:00 am at Barnes and Noble
Contact Karen Bierig at 903-839-5251

Help the Foodbank !!!

Announcing the FIRST PLACE WALK-A-THON !!
Sponsored by "First Place"
November 17th at 9:00 am
Rose Rudman Park (the pavilion near the playground)
All are invited to participate or to raise/give donations to the East Texas Food Bank. For more information contact Lisa 903-316-0468

Prayer Request

Pray for Allison. Many of you prayed for her before she delivered her precious baby. Now she is having surgery tomorrow (Nov. 5) and will then be going through extensive treatments. Also pray for Michael and her parents as they care for her and the baby during recovery.