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Join us each Sabbath for inspiring **worship at 11:00 AM**, or come at **9:30 AM for engaging Bible study** for all ages. Engage with us in heartfelt outreach, youth development, and health initiatives that embody Christ’s love. Connect, grow, and serve with us, in-person or online. Let’s journey together toward a biblically grounded, healthier, and more compassionate community. Welcome to Gentry Seventh-day-Adventist Church! We’re a group of people from all ages and backgrounds who believe there’s more to life than what the world says. We simply want to love God, love people, and change the world. Whether you find yourself on the mountaintop or in a valley, we believe you have a place here. Seventh-day Adventists are a global family of Christians who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. There are, however, a few distinguishing characteristics that set us apart from many other Christian denominations. Located where Cozy Corners intersects with Dawn Hill East Rd. 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Growing out of scriptures that paint a compelling portrait of God, you are invited to explore, experience and know the One who desires to make us whole. Adventists look to Jesus Christ alone for salvation. A foundational belief for Adventists is Jesus Christ, the Son of God and Savior of humanity, is “the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to Father except by \[Him\]” John 14:6 Adventists believe the Bible introduces you to God. Adventists grow their relationship with Jesus by continually turning to the Bible, believing it’s the key to understanding His character. Since we can’t physically interact with Him, we go to the stories that tell us who He was and what He was like. The Sabbath is a wonderful blessing God declared for the world right after He finished creating it. In essence, He gave everyone permission to stop what they’re doing and just enjoy the world He made, the life He made. Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. 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Volunteers serve as teachers by grading Bible lessons and encouraging inmates in their walk with God. No prior experience is needed—just a love for Christ and a desire to help others. This growing ministry offers a unique chance to make an eternal difference in the lives of those behind bars. To learn more or to get involved, please contact the church office at 479-736-8808 or Ella Fisher at 479-736-8075. The Gentry Travelers Pathfinder Club is part of a worldwide, church-sponsored program that helps build character, strengthen faith, and prepare hearts for Christ’s soon return. Pathfinders is full of activities and adventures for boys and girls ages 10–15, including camping, arts and crafts, and earning honors. Any youth willing to follow the Pathfinder Pledge and Law may join regardless of church affiliation. Parents may contact the church office at 479-736-8808 for enrollment information. The TLC, sponsored by the Gentry Adventist Church, serves the community with programs that meet practical needs and share Christ’s love. Located at 13710 AR-59 in Siloam Springs, the center offers a food pantry, clothing distribution, and health programs, as well as educational and community support events. Volunteers run nearly every aspect of the ministry—from sorting donations to greeting guests and leading seminars. Through caring service, the TLC lights the way with love. For hours of operation, please visit their Facebook page or call 479-736-8231. Women's Ministries in the North America Division as well as our local church seeks to build networks among women, mentor younger women, teens, and girls, and to encourage the ladies in our church and community to use their gifts and talents in God's service. Throughout the year there are a variety of activities sponsored by the Women's Ministry Team such as a ladies' tea, concert, sleepover, and brunch. This winter, Women's Ministries collected hundreds of pairs of new socks to distribute to those in need.  Located across the street from the Gentry Seventh-day Adventist Church, Ozark Adventist Academy provides a Christian education for students in grades nine through twelve. Unlike most high schools, Ozark offers both a boys’ and a girls’ dormitory for students who do not live in the immediate area, and the school enrolls international students as well as students from across the United States. The teachers and staff at OAA strive to make Christ the foundation of every subject while encouraging growth spiritually, academically, physically, and socially. Ozark Adventist School is located next to the Gentry Seventh-day Adventist Church and offers a Christian education to students in Pre-K through eighth grade. Like the Academy, OAS welcomes students from both the local community and surrounding areas, and provides a supportive environment for families who want Christian values in the classroom. The teachers and staff at OAS strive to make the Bible the foundation of their instruction while encouraging growth spiritually, academically, physically, and socially. Ozark Adventist Academy and Ozark Adventist School admit students regardless of their church affiliation and have financial aid programs to help students who cannot afford a Christian Education. 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This message explores how the power of creation is also the power of redemption, calling us to surrender, renewal, and a transformed life in Christ. Do you and I see sin the way that God does? Do we understand in our hearts what is truly important to our heavenly Father? Do we share the same spiritual priorities that Jesus has? These are the questions I want to explore with you. Watching our young people head off to class reminded me that learning doesn't end when we leave a classroom. In fact, I believe that if you follow Jesus, you are still in a school: the School of Christ. In this post I want to share what I taught recently at Gentry SDA Church about why lifelong learning matters spiritually, how the Bible describes Jesus as both student and teacher, and practical ways we can keep growing in the knowledge of God. Sometimes I look back and think I’ve made things too complicated. Do you ever feel that way? When I wander off the path, I try to go back to the fundamentals. That’s what I want to share here: a simple, stubborn truth from Scripture about our words, our weapon, and our call to kindness. We live in an age of constant change where identity and beliefs are confused, where truth often feels relative and misinformation is common. My aim this morning is to help us fix our hearts and minds on what is sure so we can stand firm as the end approaches. On the eve of the original Passover, God instructed Israel to put the blood of a lamb on their doorposts as a token so the angel of death would pass over their homes. That physical sign pointed to a spiritual truth that applies to us today. Instead of doorposts, God asks that we receive the blood of Jesus into the doorway of our hearts. You can also set up recurring donations to make it easier to give regularly. It's a convenient and secure way to support the work of the church and its ministries. 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Sometimes we take freedom for granted. But, is what we call freedom, really freedom? Who doesn’t want to be free? It’s a question I’ve asked myself many times. Sometimes, especially here in this country, we take freedom for granted. But truly, who in their right mind desires to be a slave? Freedom and independence are core principles woven deeply into our history and values. Yet, I wonder—do we really understand what it means to be free? Today, I want to explore with you the biblical definition of freedom, so that together, we can grasp what true freedom really is.  *"If the Son shall make you free, you shall be free indeed."* Such powerful words! But it begs the question—free from what? In Jesus’ time, the immediate thought for many was freedom from the Romans. The Jewish people had been under foreign rule for centuries—Babylonians, Persians, Greeks, and now the Romans, who had occupied their land for nearly a hundred years. The disciples, like many others, longed for political freedom, hoping Jesus would restore Israel’s kingdom and free them from oppression. However, even after Jesus’ resurrection, when the disciples asked, *“Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel?”* (Acts 1:6), they did not yet understand the true nature of the freedom Jesus came to bring. Jesus’ mission was not political freedom, but spiritual freedom—freedom that begins within the heart. It cannot be imposed externally. If the disciples only longed for political freedom, would they ever be free from sin? If we only desire relief from external struggles, will we ever address the shackles binding our hearts? Today, living in a freer society, we may not clamor as they did for political freedom, but I believe we still misunderstand what true freedom is. Many of us confuse freedom with the absence of restrictions or authority, yet God’s freedom is something far deeper. Did you know you are a citizen of God’s kingdom? In Romans 6:16, Paul teaches us: Because of Adam and Eve’s choice to listen to Lucifer, humanity became enslaved to sin. The Bible is clear—*“All have sinned and come short of the glory of God”* (Romans 3:23). Apart from Christ, we are all slaves to sin. Like the disciples, we often ask God, “When will you restore the kingdom? When will you remove sin, disease, and death?” There is nothing wrong with longing for a world free from pain and suffering. We yearn for a paradise where roses don’t have thorns and life is just and fair. But in our longing, are we missing the core of Jesus’s mission? Jesus came to save His people from sin. True freedom is not just the removal of external hardship—it is freedom from the power of sin in our lives. Albert Einstein once said, “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” In a similar way, we often misunderstand freedom because we don’t recognize who we were created to be. Consider the story of Hannibal, the Carthaginian general, who famously attempted to cross the Alps with elephants to surprise the Romans. Elephants, however, are not designed to climb steep mountain ranges, and the attempt was fraught with challenges. In the same way, you and I were not designed to live in sin. We were designed to live by the principles of God’s kingdom. Just as an eagle is designed to soar high above the earth, we were created as sons and daughters of God—designed for freedom, but freedom that comes from living according to our design. Let me illustrate this with a simple example from the human body: our shoulder joint is a ball and socket joint, allowing a wide range of motion. But it has limits. If we try to move it beyond its intended range, we cause damage. I learned this the hard way helping my uncle cut down a hard Osage orange tree. I placed my shoulder in a position it was not designed to move, and it has never been the same since. True freedom isn’t the ability to do anything we want. It is the ability to do what we were designed to do effectively. Spiritually, we were designed to love others and reflect God’s principles. When we turn inward to satisfy only our desires, we limit the freedom God intended for us. Freedom requires practice. Just as our physical bodies need exercise to maintain mobility, so does our spiritual life need regular strengthening. Researchers have found that the ability to get up off the floor easily is a strong predictor of physical independence and longevity. Spiritually, strengthening our relationship with God through His gifts allows us to grow and serve more effectively in His kingdom. We are most free when we do God’s will—when we walk in the good works He has prepared for us. *"We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it."* Freedom is not a static state. Sometimes, like when I recently returned to mountain biking after a break, our bodies resist at first. But with practice and perseverance, freedom grows stronger. God has given us freedom, but we must use it. We cannot simply accept freedom intellectually—we must live it and help others find it too. Jesus has made us free from sin’s power. We do not have to yield to our lower natures or destructive thoughts. By responding to the Spirit, we can live as God intended—soaring as His beloved children. When I was young, I loved climbing tall trees to see the world from above the canopy. It gave me a sense of freedom and perspective. Flying above the clouds brings a similar joy—breaking free to endless blue skies and sunshine. Do you want to be truly free? Only you can answer that question for yourself. Freedom requires surrender to Jesus. It may seem counterintuitive, but true freedom means connection and authority under God’s kingdom—not detachment or lawlessness. Just as my arm is free to move because it is connected to my body, we are free because we belong to God’s kingdom. The citizens of God’s kingdom are the freest people in the universe because they live in harmony with His principles. Choosing life means choosing connection with God. When we obey His principles, we have life—and with life comes freedom. Is that the freedom you want? Not the worldly kind that often masks rebellion, but true freedom in accordance with God’s will? We must ask ourselves this daily and practice freedom by surrendering our hearts to God’s guidance. Imagine what your life could be if you let God work in your heart, shaping and strengthening you. Picture eternity where God’s people live freely as He designed—soaring to incredible heights, learning, growing, and serving for all eternity. If you allow God to do His good pleasure in you, He will truly make you free. 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I have not spent a lot of time trying to grow different things in my life. But I can tell you that I have a great respect for people that can bring life from the soil. Today I would like to talk to you about how God can bring life to your soul. Let's bow our heads. Heavenly Father, as we seek you today, we have an understanding that you are so great. Bringing life from the soil is a remarkable act—one that requires patience, care, and understanding of the earth’s needs. In much the same way, God desires to bring life to our souls. In this reflection inspired by Pastor Baldwin of Gentry SDA Church, we explore how the gospel—the good news of the kingdom—can take root in the soil of our hearts and produce a fruitful, transformed life. Many of us are familiar with the parable of the sower, found in Mark 4:3-8. Jesus tells of a sower who scatters seed that falls on different types of ground: Later, Jesus explains to His disciples that the seed is the **word**—specifically, the **word of the kingdom**, or the gospel of the kingdom. This gospel is not merely words but the powerful message of salvation that God intends to sow deeply in our hearts. What exactly is this gospel? It’s often misunderstood or reduced to a simple message about forgiveness, but the gospel is far richer. In Romans 1:16, Paul declares: This gospel reveals the righteousness of God and is powerful to transform believers “from glory to glory” into the image of Christ. It is not just information but a dynamic force changing lives. Jesus Himself outlines the gospel’s core mission in Luke 4:18, quoting Isaiah: Here, the gospel is good news—good news of healing, freedom, and restoration. It speaks to the brokenhearted, the captive, the bruised, and promises liberty through the grace of God. Grace is the essential ingredient that makes the gospel effective. Paul refers to the gospel as “the gospel of the grace of God” (Acts 20:24), emphasizing that it is God’s unmerited favor that draws us to Him and reconciles the world. However, this grace must be received into our hearts. It is not enough to hear or observe it from a distance. The soil of our hearts must be prepared to welcome this seed of salvation. Like any good farmer, we must tend to the soil where the gospel will grow. Ellen White reminds us that grace thrives only in hearts that are continually prepared and cultivated. Sin, on the other hand, grows easily without effort. She warns that merely professing belief in the gospel is insufficient. Without sanctification—being made holy by the gospel—our profession is meaningless. Sin must be uprooted, not just trimmed, or it will choke out spiritual growth. Too often, distractions, worldly cares, and unresolved conflicts harden our hearts, preventing the gospel from taking root. The Bible exhorts us to “keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life” (Proverbs 4:23). This means actively guarding and nurturing our hearts daily. Pastor Baldwin shares a personal story about planting tomato plants in Texas. Despite the plants growing tall and green, there were no tomatoes. The soil was rich in nitrogen, which promoted leafy growth but prevented fruit. Similarly, our hearts can be “green” with activity but barren of fruit if not properly prepared. It’s not about the seed or the church or even the preacher—it's about the condition of our hearts. We must identify what spiritual “nutrients” are missing and remove obstacles such as hardness, pride, or distractions that block God’s work. To receive the gospel as the life-giving seed, our hearts need continual tilling and watering by the Holy Spirit. This involves: God will not force His way into a hardened heart. The work of preparing the soil is ours to do, with His help. Only then can the gospel take root deeply and grow into a fruitful, Christlike life. Receiving the gospel is more than hearing a message once; it is a continual process of cultivating the heart to be fertile ground for God’s seed. Are you allowing the Spirit of God to soften your heart? Are you removing the stones and thorns that choke spiritual growth? Remember, the gospel is good news of healing, freedom, and transformation through the grace of God. It is the power that changes us into Christ’s image. But this power requires a heart ready to receive and nurture it. Break up the hard ground of your soul. Till it with prayer, study, and surrender. Let the Spirit water it continuously. In doing so, you will become a living witness of the gospel’s power, bearing fruit that glorifies God. 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In this study, Pastor Baldwin takes us on a deep exploration of Revelation chapter 10, revealing powerful truths about the mighty angel described there and the mysterious "seven thunders." The book of Revelation holds a special place in the hearts of Seventh-day Adventists, offering profound insight into last day events and our mission. In this study, Pastor Baldwin takes us on a deep exploration of Revelation chapter 10, revealing powerful truths about the mighty angel described there and the mysterious "seven thunders." This message is not only rich in biblical symbolism but also critical for understanding our role in proclaiming the gospel in these final days. Revelation 10:1 introduces a striking figure: "another mighty angel coming down from heaven, clothed with a cloud, a rainbow upon his head, his face like the sun, and his feet like pillars of fire." At first glance, this description might suggest an angelic being, but Pastor Baldwin guides us through Scripture to uncover a deeper identity. Putting these clues together, the "mighty angel" is none other than Jesus Himself, the Angel of the Lord, appearing in a symbolic form to deliver a crucial message. This identification emphasizes the authority and urgency of the message He brings. In Revelation 10:2, the mighty angel holds a "little book open," with one foot on the sea and the other on the earth. This book is significant because it was once sealed, as Daniel 12:8–9 reveals—"the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end." We are living in that time of the end, when the prophecies hidden in Daniel are being opened for understanding. The symbolism of one foot on the sea and the other on the earth, explained through Revelation 17:15, represents Jesus' message reaching all peoples, nations, tongues, and cultures worldwide. The little book is open and ready to be proclaimed globally. Revelation 10:3–4 describes Jesus crying out "with a loud voice, as when a lion roars," followed by the utterance of seven thunders. However, John is instructed not to write down what the seven thunders said, as it is "sealed." This cryptic moment has puzzled many, but Pastor Baldwin offers insight rooted in Adventist history and Ellen White’s writings. The number seven symbolizes completeness or perfection in Scripture, linking the seven thunders to a complete divine message. Ellen White clarifies that the seven thunders represent events unfolding under the first and second angel’s messages—messages that were to be proclaimed fully before additional light could be revealed. Continuing in Revelation 10:8–10, John is instructed to take the little book and eat it. It tastes sweet as honey but turns bitter in his stomach. This experience parallels the Millerite movement’s history during the Great Disappointment of 1844. The Millerites eagerly anticipated Jesus’ return, finding joy in the prophecy's promise, only to face bitterness when Christ did not come as expected. This bitter-sweet experience is encapsulated in the little book, representing the early Adventist message’s sweetness before 1844 and the bitterness afterward. However, this trial was necessary—it led to deeper study of Daniel and Revelation and birthed the Seventh-day Adventist movement destined to proclaim the final messages to the world. John is then commanded to prophesy again before many peoples, nations, tongues, and kings (Revelation 10:11). This is a clear call to action for God’s people today. We are commissioned to carry forward the messages of Daniel and Revelation, especially the three angels' messages, to prepare the world for Christ’s soon return. Pastor Baldwin reminds us that this mission is urgent and worldwide. Jesus, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, roars with authority, calling us to share the everlasting gospel with a loud voice. The seven thunders, though sealed in part, represent the fullness of God’s work in the first and second angel’s messages that prepare hearts for salvation. We live in a remarkable time—the time of the end—when the little book is open, and the message of Jesus is to be proclaimed to every nation and people. The mysteries of the seven thunders challenge us to trust God's timing and His unfolding plan. Though some aspects remain sealed, the core message of judgment, worship, and preparation is clear and urgent. As Seventh-day Adventists, we have the privilege and responsibility to share this message boldly. We are part of a movement called to finish the work and hasten the coming of Jesus. Let us embrace this mission with joy, knowing that the mighty angel who stands with feet on sea and earth is none other than our Savior, Jesus Christ, who empowers us to proclaim His soon return. **Are you ready to be part of this final proclamation? The little book is open. The time is now. 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White.* **Youth Bible Study** each Wed. evening in the youth center from 6:30-8:00 p.m. (5th grade and up) **End of Year Contribution Receipts** are available at the table in the hallway. After today they will be mailed out. **Next All Church Fellowship Meal** will be on Feb. 7.   There will be extra guests here for an OAA Youth Rally so bring of food. **Adventurer Vespers, Game Night, and Haystack Fundraiser** has been **Rescheduled for Jan. 31** due to weather. **Sanctuary Fundraiser** In the online giving there is an account you can mark for your donation called ‘Sanctuary Remodel’. Let’s see how fast we can get the thermometer all the way to the top. **Gardening Class** Save this date for a special gardening class provided by the Total life Community Center. The Gardening Class will be held on February 15, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Total Life Community Center. Jan Huff and Renee Ott will be the instructors and they will be providing tips and training on gardening techniques. All are invited. For more information contact Lloyd Clapp. **Baby Shower** All are welcome to a baby shower for the Smit family on Sunday, Feb. 1, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Community room to celebrate the upcoming arrival of a baby girl. Please check the bulletin board for additional information and registry.  **Membership Cards** are located in the side pocket of the greeter’s stands at both entrances. If you are interested in joining the Gentry church please fill out the small card and return to the Pastor or the church office. **Mark your Calendar** The first Monday of every month at in the Youth Center, Sonja Upham, from Wellness Secrets, will be having a Nutrition/Cooking Workshop. All are invited. The first one will begin on Monday, Feb. 2, at 6:00 p.m. **ARKLAC Family Ministries Marriage Retreat** Join us for a powerful and refreshing Marriage Retreat at Camp Yorktown Bay, Mar. 20-22, 2026.Registration is open.. **register.adventsourceevent.org/2026ForeverInLove** **Women’s Retreat** Mark your calendar for Southwestern Union Women’s Retreat Sept. 18-20 at the Embassy Suites, 7600 John Q Hammons Dr, Frisco, TX . See the bulletin board for registration and reservations. **The Creation Case Live Event** with Rich Aguilera will be presented at Ozark Adventist Academy, Sunday, Feb. 1, at 4:00 p.m. See the bulletin board poster for more information. **Church Pews** Our old pews will be replaced with new ones in April. If you would like one or more contact the church office. 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(corn and green beans) and any types of canned fruit. **Mark your Calendar** for an evening come and go wedding shower for Shikina and Trenton Driskell on Sept. 7, at 7:00 p.m., in the Community room at the church. **Dorm Move-In Day at OAA** is tomorrow from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Please come welcome families onto campus and help carry their luggage into the dormitories. ATV’s will be helpful for this too. Please join us in making the start of this school year a great one. **ATTENTION**  Come extra early next Sabbath, Aug. 16 as we are planning a special WELCOME BACK event for Ozark Academy (and other high school students) Join us at 9:30 a.m. outside the East entrance of the church to welcome the students as they arrive. Then, during the children’s story time, you will have an opportunity to share a special gift with them  Thank you for warmly welcoming our youth in the Gentry church this school year. Membership Cards are located in the side pocket of the greeter’s stands at both entrances. If you are interested in joining the Gentry church please fill out the small card and return to the Pastor or the church office. **Ozark Adventist Elementary School first day of school** will be Aug. 11, from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. **Substitute Teachers** are needed at Ozark Elementary School. If you are interested, please contact the school office. **OAS Positions** Join our team of Christian educators! Adventist young adult/college student looking for part-time employment ...."Gap year students" are WELCOME to apply too! P.E. Instructor: An opportunity for our Adventist young adults to serve, promote the Adventist health practices, implementation of Physical Education and Health standards. 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Instructor: An opportunity for our Adventist young adults to serve, promote the Adventist health practices, implementation of Physical Education and Health standards. Pay $18/hour, 2-4 days a week. **Teacher Dedication** will be on Sabbath evening, Aug. 9, at 7:00 p.m. at the Gentry church. This will be combined dedication for OAS and OAA schools. All are invited to this special service. **Volunteer to Quilt** for the Needy Join us in creating handmade quilts for members of our own community in need. No experience necessary. So many ways to help: sewing, cutting fabric, tacking & tying, binding, and even donating fabric or batting. Join us at the Total Life Community Center starting Aug. 7, at 1:00 p.m. R.S.V, P, at 479-436-8231 (leave a message). **Membership Cards** are located in the side pocket of the greeter’s stands at both entrances. If you are interested in joining the Gentry church please fill out the small card and return to the Pastor or the church office. **Ozark Adventist Elementary School** first day of school will be Aug. 11, from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. **Substitute Teachers** are needed at Ozark Elementary School. If you are interested, please contact the school office. 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Deacon, Deaconess Clerk, Treasurer, Personal Ministries, Sabbath School, Children’s Ministries, or Health Ministries there will be training for you at the Rogers SDA Church - 301 N. 33rd Street at 3:00 p.m. this afternoon, Aug. 23. This will be both English and Spanish. **Pathfinder Registration**  Come on Tuesday night. Aug. 26, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. to the Pathfinder building to register your child for another great year of events.  If you are 10 years old and up please come and join. **Sabbath School Teacher** We are in need of a Sabbath School teacher for the Junior room (5th-6th Grade.) If interested please call or text Jason Summers 479-233-9208. **Membership Cards** are located in the side pocket of the greeter’s stands at both entrances. If you are interested in joining the Gentry church please fill out the small card and return to the Pastor or the church office. **Women’s Ministry Event** If you have an interest in attending the ARKLA Conference Women’s Ministry event at Shreveport So. 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Read as Pastor Baldwin shares stories from his childhood and applies them to spiritual truths. I love a good metaphor. When I was a kid, I used to spend whole afternoons climbing trees. Looking back, I realize that those childhood adventures give us a vivid picture of how to approach spiritual truth. Think of it like this: Jesus is the trunk. Every doctrine and insight is a branch. Some branches are thick and strong — they can hold you up with no problem. Others are thin and fragile — you’ve got to be careful with them. The key is learning to tell the difference. Hold onto multiple supports. Don’t carry yourself — or anyone else — out where the limb is going to snap. When Jesus rebuked the Pharisees, He reminded us that not all truths carry the same weight. He said, *“Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees... ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cumin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith.”* (Matthew 23:23–24) That tells me something important: there are foundational truths that we must hold tightly. Then there are secondary truths that, while true, must be handled with care. When Peter declared, *“Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God,”* Jesus said that confession was the rock on which He would build His church. And Paul reminds us, *“For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.”* (1 Corinthians 3:11) That’s the heart of it. Jesus as Savior is the core of our faith. Every other teaching must be built on Him — and built carefully. Hebrews tells us, *“Leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection...”* (Hebrews 6:1–2). We don’t just stay on the ground — we climb. But as we climb, we need to keep our priorities straight. Spiritually, we can hold more than one truth at a time. And yes, we should press forward in sanctification. But pressing forward never gives us permission to abandon the foundation or overload a thin branch. Let me tell you a story from when I was eleven. One day I jumped from a big tree onto a smaller trunk and landed on a tiny branch. It couldn’t hold me. The branch snapped, I fell, and I broke my arm. That experience taught me something about spiritual life: It’s the same when we share our faith. Don’t drag someone else out onto the thin branches with you. What you’ve worked out over years might be too much for someone who’s new or fragile in faith. So how do we climb wisely? Here are a few things I’ve learned: So climb the tree of truth. But keep your weight on the branches that can bear it. Build carefully on the foundation of Jesus Christ. Study deeply, yes — but don’t let speculative ideas pull you, or others, away from the central mission. Our goal is simple: to finish the work, to lift up Christ, and to prepare hearts for His return. 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Don’t go alone. - **Prioritize the trunk.** Keep Jesus at the center. His life, His death, His resurrection — that’s the foundation. - **Emphasize present truth.** Share the doctrines that unite us and prepare us for His coming — things like the sanctuary, the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. - **Be cautious on outer limbs.** When you study difficult or less central ideas, move slowly. Hold on to multiple supports. Don’t push others out there too soon. - **Show humility with hard passages.** If you can’t reconcile something right now, put it on the shelf. God will give clarity in time. - **Proclaim the sure things boldly.** There are truths the Bible places front and center that we can declare with confidence — like the everlasting gospel in Revelation 14: *“Fear God, and give glory to Him... and worship Him that made heaven and earth.”* - [ABOUT](/about "ABOUT") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [MEDIA](/media "MEDIA") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [MINISTRIES](/ministries "MINISTRIES") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [ABOUT](/about "ABOUT") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [MEDIA](/media "MEDIA") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [MINISTRIES](/ministries "MINISTRIES") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [BULLETIN](/bulletin "BULLETIN") - [CONTACT](/contact "CONTACT") - [ONLINE GIVING](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "ONLINE GIVING") - [BULLETIN](/bulletin "BULLETIN") - [CONTACT](/contact "CONTACT") - [ONLINE GIVING](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "ONLINE GIVING") - [Home](/ "Home") - [About](/about "About") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [Bulletin](/bulletin "Bulletin") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Media](/media "Media") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [Ministries](/ministries "Ministries") - [Contact](/contact "Contact") - [Online Giving](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "Online Giving") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [Home](/ "Home") - [About](/about "About") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [Bulletin](/bulletin "Bulletin") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Media](/media "Media") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [Ministries](/ministries "Ministries") - [Contact](/contact "Contact") - [Online Giving](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "Online Giving") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") --- ## URL: https://www.gentryadventist.org/and-they-worshipped-him ### Title: And they Worshipped Him that Lives Forever and Ever ### Page ID: 8336539 ### Content: # And They Worshipped Him That Lives Forever and Ever ## Introduction — Why Worship Matters ## What I Mean by Worship ## The Vision in Revelation: The Last Messages ## The Beast, the Image, and the Crisis (Revelation 13) ## Two Responses — Two Outcomes ## Righteousness by Faith — Not a Trivia Test ## Examples from Daniel and the Fiery Furnace ## Preparing Now — Practical Steps ## Worship in Spirit and in Truth ## Choose This Day ## A Simple Illustration — Two Dogs, One Food Supply ## Conclusion — Today Is the Day When I say "worship," I'm speaking of total dedication — giving someone or something first place in your life. You can only safely worship one thing. Just like marriage, trying to serve two masters doesn't end well. Worship shows where your heart is. The original Greek and Aramaic words picture bowing down, prostration — showing total attention, submission, and allegiance. It's good to be here. If you've ever preached, you know how much a good song before a message helps — it lifts the heart and prepares us. But beyond the music, worship itself is the heartbeat of our relationship with God. Today I want to talk plainly about worship: what it means, why it matters now more than ever, and how we should be preparing our hearts today for the crisis to come. When I say "worship," I'm speaking of total dedication — giving someone or something first place in your life. You can only safely worship one thing. Just like marriage, trying to serve two masters doesn't end well. Worship shows where your heart is. The original Greek and Aramaic words picture bowing down, prostration — showing total attention, submission, and allegiance. Revelation 14 contains the everlasting gospel and the messages that go to the world before Christ returns. Let me summarize what those messages call us to: Right after these messages, Scripture shows the Son of Man returning with a sickle to harvest — He comes for those ripe in faith. The message goes to the world first, then the harvest follows. Revelation 13 warns of a power that will cause the earth's inhabitants to worship the first beast. The second beast — described as having two horns like a lamb but speaking like a dragon — performs great wonders so that people are deceived and made to construct an image of the beast. The deception will be powerful because people live largely by their senses: if they see a miracle, they are inclined to believe. Verse 15 is stark: the image is given power to speak, and those who refuse to worship the image will be killed. Verses 16–17 add that all will be required to receive a mark in their right hand or forehead in order to buy or sell. The implication is clear: economic pressure will be used to coerce worship. Those who choose God in the face of coercion are living out what Ellen G. White called the third angel’s message "in verity" — the message of justification by faith and practical righteousness. She wrote that the third angel's message in truth is justification by faith (First Selected Messages, p. 372). Righteousness by faith means God makes us righteous as we trust Him. But that trust is lived out — it's not a checkbox you tick when pressure comes. It's not a trivia contest about which day is the Sabbath. The crisis will reveal the heart. If we wait until the Sunday laws or the "mark" is imposed, it will be too late to develop a real, tested faith. I know it's tempting to picture ourselves as sudden heroes when the crisis hits, but transformation happens beforehand. History and Scripture point that out. Look at Daniel 1:8 — Daniel "purposed in his heart" not to defile himself with the king's meat. That decision wasn't made in the furnace; it was made earlier. Later, in Daniel 3, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood firm when Nebuchadnezzar demanded worship of the golden image. Their answer to the king showed a settled conviction: They were prepared. Their refusal was not a spur-of-the-moment stunt — it flowed from a life shaped by conviction. If you want to stand in the final test, you must decide and practice now. A few practical points: Jesus told the Samaritan woman at the well that true worshipers will worship the Father in **spirit and in truth** (John 4:23). That means worship is not about place, ritual, or appearances; it's about a heart-level devotion that is informed by truth and sustained by the Spirit. This is the kind of worship the Father seeks — and it’s what will carry us through testing. Joshua drew a line in the sand and called the people to choose: Joshua’s call is for us as well. Serving the Lord is serious. Scripture reminds us God is holy and jealous; serving Him requires a heart transformed by Christ. As Desire of Ages says (p. 668): Let me leave you with an allegory I use often. Imagine you own two dogs: one named Jesus and one named The World. You have only enough food for one dog to thrive. If you split the food, neither thrives. The dog you feed most will become strongest. If you feed Jesus most, the world’s hold on you will weaken. My appeal is this: feed Jesus. Let the other dog slowly die. Today is the day of salvation. Don’t wait until the crisis to decide who you worship. Begin now. Purpose in your heart. Build habits of trust, obedience, prayer, Bible study, and faithful fellowship. Be known as those who keep the commandments of God and have the faith of Jesus. Thanks to Gentry SDA Church for this message. If this encouraged you, take it home: choose today whom you will serve, and ask God to make your life a continual act of worship in spirit and in truth. 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This Babylonic power has made the world spiritually drunk — an influence that mixes truth with error. - **Third angel's message:** Two parts: a warning not to worship the beast or its image, and the affirmation: "Here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus" (Rev 14:12). - Some will accept the mark to preserve their livelihood — "I have bills to pay; I must feed my family." - Others will obey God rather than men, even if it means imprisonment, loss, or death. - Settle your convictions. Study what you believe; don’t just echo what you hear. - Choose your company carefully. Who you hang around with shapes what you think, say, and do. - Be in fellowship. Regularly gather with believers; the Holy Spirit works in corporate worship and fellowship. - Let God search your heart. 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That physical sign pointed to a spiritual truth that applies to us today. Instead of doorposts, God asks that we receive the blood of Jesus into the doorway of our hearts. Happy Sabbath. I am Pastor Kyle Baldwin, and I welcome you to Gentry 7th Day Adventist Church. Today is a high Sabbath and we will share communion together. Before I move into the message, a few quick announcements from our bulletin so you have context for where our congregation is spiritually and practically. We opened in prayer asking for the Holy Spirit to prepare our hearts so we might understand salvation and what God desires to do in our lives. I want to frame today's thoughts around one powerful theme: salvation comes from the Lord, and that salvation is available to us through the blood of the Lamb. On the eve of the original Passover, God instructed Israel to put the blood of a lamb on their doorposts as a token so the angel of death would pass over their homes. That physical sign pointed to a spiritual truth that applies to us today. Instead of doorposts, God asks that we receive the blood of Jesus into the doorway of our hearts. The "token" language is striking — the same word is used about the mark God placed on Cain. It is an important reminder: God places a sign not to exalt wrongdoing, but to show mercy. When we accept the blood of Jesus, it becomes a sign that God will pass over us in judgment because our sins have been covered. And from Deuteronomy 8:11,18 we are warned not to forget the Lord, for He is the one who gives us power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant. Psalm 24:1 confirms the foundational truth: We are stewards of God's gifts — talents, time, and treasure — put here so we might bless others and advance His kingdom. As Ellen White reminds us, God owns all and we are called to a spirit of liberality: to sustain the cause of God and supply the wants of the needy. God's heart is to forgive. John 3:17 captures this wonder: We all have sinned. We all need forgiveness. When we receive the blood of Jesus into the portal of our hearts, we accept the freedom from sin's penalty. That freedom should change how we relate to others. The way we forgive and love is a sign of whether we have truly received salvation. God’s mercy is lavish and undeserved. When we truly understand what Christ gave — not merely His earthly years but His eternal union with humanity — we are moved to respond with grateful, voluntary devotion, not obligation. On communion Sabbath we remember the blood on the doorposts and renew our commitment to the King. This is not a ritual of obligation but a celebration of what Christ accomplished for us. I want to remind you of a few practical points about how we observe the ordinance here: Many of us will need to come back to the foot of the cross repeatedly in our Christian walk. When we stray or feel the weight of sin, look to Jesus. Remember what your sins cost the Savior and how He calls you with compassion: When you return, allow God to remove anger, bitterness, and resentment so His forgiveness can flow through you to others. Come to the altar with a willing heart and a cheerful spirit. Today I ask you to remember the blood of the Lamb: the Passover token, the seal on our hearts, the price that purchased our salvation. Let that remembrance lead you to renewed commitment, to practical stewardship, and to the holy work of forgiving as you have been forgiven. If you would like to talk further about baptism, membership, or what it means to accept the blood of Jesus into your heart, I invite you to speak with me after the service or contact our church. Thank you to Gentry SDA Church for allowing me to share these thoughts with you — and if you found this message meaningful, please consider engaging with the full service recording on our channel. May the Lord draw us ever closer to Himself as we receive His mercy and live out His love. Amen. 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There is also a teen/young adult Bible study meeting concurrently in the youth center — you are invited. - If you are considering church membership here at Gentry, please pick up a card at the greeters' desk. We want all hands on deck as ministries expand and opportunities to serve increase. - The nominating committee report received its second reading and was approved. A supplemental reading today adds a few deacons and a Sabbath School superintendent; the second reading for those additions will be next week, August 2nd. - Our offerings today are designated for Ark-La-Tex Advance. Remember that everything we have is stewardship entrusted to us for God’s work. - The Amish response after the tragic school shooting in Nickel Mines (2006). Faced with unimaginable grief, the community offered forgiveness, comforted the shooter’s family, attended his funeral, and even provided financial support. Their response stunned the world and embodied Christlike forgiveness. - Corrie ten Boom, who endured the Holocaust, later wrote: "To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover the prisoner was you." Forgiveness releases us as much as it releases the offender. - We practice an open communion. If you have been baptized — whether in the Seventh-day Adventist Church or another Christian denomination — you are welcome to participate in taking the emblems. - Communion is best experienced after the footwashing service, an ordinance of humility where we serve one another. In our church today the men meet at the back of the youth center, couples at the front near the kitchen, and ladies in the community center. After footwashing we will return to the sanctuary, sit every other row, and take the emblems in remembrance of Christ's sacrifice. - If you have not been baptized and feel drawn to this step, I encourage you to speak with me or our church leaders about baptism and membership. 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My aim this morning is to help us fix our hearts and minds on what is sure so we can stand firm as the end approaches. Happy Sabbath. I'm Pastor Kyle Baldwin. Today I want to talk about something urgent and simple at the same time: we must settle into the truth. We live in an age of constant change where identity and beliefs are confused, where truth often feels relative and misinformation is common. My aim this morning is to help us fix our hearts and minds on what is sure so we can stand firm as the end approaches. I told a little story to the children about a church picnic and a big truck loaded with food that began to stall on a mountain road. Rosie, who wasn't an officer in the church but drove a little red car, led the way and helped steer the truck. Others pitched in to push. The picnic was saved by people who simply came alongside to help. The lesson is clear: church life needs everyone. Even children can serve — a simple smile at the greeter, helping at workbees, spreading mulch — these small acts matter. My head deacon, Tommy Miller, encouraged us to make the next two years great. I gave each of the children a little car as a reminder that we all steer this work together. Our loose offering today supports the local church budget, but sacrificial giving does more than balance a local ledger. It forwards God's mission across the world. I shared an experience from the Philippines: a central church with about 2,500 members where the young people started singing and the congregation filled the building. They had no bulletin because their copier kept breaking, yet they gave faithfully. Giving is an expression of Christlike love and helps sustain the gospel in places we may never see. When we give, we participate in that global work. I read the account of Jesus healing the blind man at Bethsaida. Notice the healing happens in stages: the man first sees “men as trees walking” and only after Jesus touches him again does his sight become clear. Physical sight in Scripture often points to spiritual sight. Some of us need repeated touch from the Savior — repeated awakenings and corrections — in order to see clearly. God may be working on you in stages; be willing to let Him finish the work. Jesus’ message to Laodicea is a piercing warning. He calls that church lukewarm, self-satisfied, and yet spiritually blind and naked. He counsels them to buy of Him gold tried in the fire, white raiment, and to anoint their eyes so they may see. We may be rich in tradition and knowledge, but Jesus asks whether we are truly fixed in the truth intellectually and spiritually. The sealing of God's people, Ellen White warns, is not a visible mark but a settling into truth so they cannot be moved. That settling has already begun. I used the formation of rock as an analogy for spiritual formation: The Apostle Peter urges us to be diligent to make our calling and election sure, to be established in the present truth: “Establish” literally means to make stable, firm, and settle. We must allow truth to settle in our hearts until it becomes permanent like letters carved in stone. We prayed for members with specific needs: Mrs. Linda Alip, the Robinson family (praising God for George’s report), the McMullen family, and the Summers family (especially Cole). We asked God to heal, strengthen, and comfort. I invited anyone moved to share praises or requests publicly during our garden of prayer. God has given us a rich heritage and a movement established around the world. But blessings only translate into readiness when they become settled in our lives. Will you allow the Holy Spirit to etch these truths into your heart until they cannot be shaken? Will you do now what you already know to do so that God can guide you further? The victory line is ahead. Let us be living stones: deposited, compacted, and cemented into a people who call sin by its right name, who love truth, and who stand for Christ though the heavens fall. If this message has stirred you, come to prayer meeting, stay for the fellowship meal, bring your support to the teachers' dedication next Sabbath, and consider registering for membership if you feel led. 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Please stay and connect. - Next Sabbath at 7:00 PM: teachers' dedication for Ozark Adventist School and Ozark Adventist Academy; we'll pray in classrooms afterward. - If you want to join the church officially, membership cards are at the greeter desk. - We accepted the second reading for the supplement to the nominated positions — names will be posted on the bulletin board so you know who is serving. 1. Deposition — the truths and experiences collect in our lives. 2. Compaction — life presses them together through testing and obedience. 3. Cementation — the Spirit binds those truths into a stable, enduring faith. - **Do now what you know to do.** Jesus said whoever will do His will shall know the doctrine is of God (John 7:17). Obedience sharpens understanding. - **Trust God with today.** Don’t demand the whole map before you take the next step. 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Do you ever feel that way? When I wander off the path, I try to go back to the fundamentals. That’s what I want to share here: a simple, stubborn truth from Scripture about our words, our weapon, and our call to kindness. Sometimes I look back and think I’ve made things too complicated. Do you ever feel that way? When I wander off the path, I try to go back to the fundamentals. That’s what I want to share here: a simple, stubborn truth from Scripture about our words, our weapon, and our call to kindness. When I was in seminary I worked as a janitor at Pioneer Memorial Church. Long quiet hours gave me time to think and to recite Ephesians 6: the armor of God. As I walked the halls I would imagine putting on each piece of armor — the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation — and I found that was a powerful daily practice. One detail stood out to me then and still does: almost all the pieces of that armor are defensive. They protect us. The one exception is the sword of the Spirit — the Word of God. The Bible tells us the Word is our only offensive weapon in spiritual warfare, and that has consequences for the way we use our speech. Hebrews 4:12 says the Word of God is “alive and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit.” In other words, the Word cuts. It gets to the heart. It can heal, convict, and transform — but it also pierces. That’s why we cannot treat Scripture the way we treat a petty insult or a weapon we wave at people to score points. God’s Word cuts rightly. When it is needed, it should be used — but used carefully, prayerfully, and in love. Far too many of us think it’s our job to “cut” with our tongues. We brandish Scripture like a sword to wound someone who annoys us, to put someone in their place, or to prove we’re right. I used to picture people as if they were in my crosshairs — and, if I’m honest, there are still moments I need to repent of that reflex. I remember a small correction I made in a sermon when I mixed up verses — I said Ephesians when I meant Hebrews — and a friend politely pointed it out. That sort of gentle correction should model how we speak to one another. Being blunt or rude is often called frankness, but as the book Gospel Workers warns, that kind of “frankness” can be selfish and cruel. We can criticize, wound, and say disagreeable things while thinking we’re doing God’s work. Jesus never suppressed truth, but he never needlessly hurt a sensitive soul either. Desire of Ages puts it well: “Christ spoke the truth always in love... He never needlessly spoke a severe word; never gave needless pain to a sensitive soul.” Even when He rebuked hypocrisy or unbelief, there were tears in His voice. If Jesus — who had every right to strike back — delivered rebukes with tenderness, how much more should we temper our words with love? Consider 1 Samuel 24. David and his men are hiding in a cave when King Saul unknowingly enters to relieve himself. David’s men urge him to kill Saul — there’s the perfect opportunity — but David refuses. He says, **“Far be it from me... that I should stretch out my hand against the Lord’s anointed.”** David only cuts off the hem of Saul’s robe, and even that small act pricks his conscience. He repents. David understood Romans 12:17 — “Never pay back evil for evil.” Instead he honored what was right in the sight of all. Proverbs 25:21–22 goes further: if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if thirsty, give him water. Doing so heaps “coals of fire” on his head — a vivid image of purification and of giving someone the best chance to repent. Kindness becomes an instrument of God’s refining fire, not a weapon of revenge. Mark Twain said, “Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” Anne Frank reminded us that even the smallest kindness can change the world. I’ve seen that truth in small, personal ways — in a memory of my father’s work with Christian Record Services and a small bottle given to him by a blind child that meant the world. We are in a spiritual battle, but most of our weapons are defensive. The Word of God is our only proper offensive tool — and even that must be wielded with prayer, humility, and love. Too often we become children with cap guns, firing off words until we’re out of ammunition and have done lasting damage. Let us stop repaying evil with evil. Let us speak with grace, season our speech with salt (Colossians 4:6), and be “sweet to the soul and health to the bones” (Proverbs 16:24). Let us be kind — not because it’s easy, but because Jesus did it first, and because kindness wins where bluntness wounds. **Killing with kindness** isn’t a slogan; it’s a discipline. It’s putting on the armor, praying for wisdom, and choosing mercy over impatience. May we be people who speak truth, but speak it in love. — Pastor (original message delivered by Gentry SDA Church) Gentry Seventh-day Adventist Church - All rights reserved.  - [ABOUT](/about "ABOUT") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [MEDIA](/media "MEDIA") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [MINISTRIES](/ministries "MINISTRIES") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [ABOUT](/about "ABOUT") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [MEDIA](/media "MEDIA") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [MINISTRIES](/ministries "MINISTRIES") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [BULLETIN](/bulletin "BULLETIN") - [CONTACT](/contact "CONTACT") - [ONLINE GIVING](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "ONLINE GIVING") - [BULLETIN](/bulletin "BULLETIN") - [CONTACT](/contact "CONTACT") - [ONLINE GIVING](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "ONLINE GIVING") - [Home](/ "Home") - [About](/about "About") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [Bulletin](/bulletin "Bulletin") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Media](/media "Media") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [Ministries](/ministries "Ministries") - [Contact](/contact "Contact") - [Online Giving](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "Online Giving") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [Home](/ "Home") - [About](/about "About") - [Statement of Faith](/statement-of-faith "Statement of Faith") - [Bulletin](/bulletin "Bulletin") - [Sermons](/sermons "Sermons") - [Media](/media "Media") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - [Ministries](/ministries "Ministries") - [Contact](/contact "Contact") - [Online Giving](https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANW4FL "Online Giving") - [Livestream](/livestream "Livestream") - [Archived Worship Services](/worship-services "Archived Worship Services") - Kindness opens hearts. The Word, coupled with tenderness, convicts without crushing. - Kindness imitates God. He repaid our evil with good and gave us time and mercy. - Kindness preserves Christian unity. We’re going to live together in heaven; we owe each other the effort to live peaceably now (Romans 12:18). 1. Pray first. Ask God to guide your words and bless the person you’re dealing with. 2. Remember the Word cuts — don’t substitute your sharp tongue for God’s sword. Use Scripture, not sarcasm. 3. Speak truth in love. If correction is needed, deliver it gently, with tears if necessary, like Jesus. 4. Choose kindness to those who mistreat you. Feed the hungry, give water to the thirsty — practical acts disarm hostility. 5. Practice putting on the armor each morning. 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In fact, I believe that if you follow Jesus, you are still in a school: the School of Christ. In this post I want to share what I taught recently at Gentry SDA Church about why lifelong learning matters spiritually, how the Bible describes Jesus as both student and teacher, and practical ways we can keep growing in the knowledge of God. School is back in session — new backpacks, new teachers, new lessons. Watching our young people head off to class reminded me that learning doesn't end when we leave a classroom. In fact, I believe that if you follow Jesus, you are still in a school: the School of Christ. In this post I want to share what I taught recently at Gentry SDA Church about why lifelong learning matters spiritually, how the Bible describes Jesus as both student and teacher, and practical ways we can keep growing in the knowledge of God. Newton D. Baker once said, “The man who graduates today and stops learning tomorrow is uneducated the day after.” Harry S. Truman put it another way: “It's what you learn after you know it all that counts.” I agree — whether we're nine or ninety-nine, we still need to grow in knowledge and wisdom. Luke 2:52 tells us of Jesus' younger years: “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” Those years between twelve and thirty were formative. By the time he began his ministry, Jewish leaders were astonished at his understanding (see John 7:15). Yet Jesus himself said to his disciples, “I have yet many things to say unto you, but you cannot bear them now” (John 16:12). He promised the Holy Spirit would continue the teaching (John 16:13). Jesus taught while he was with the disciples, but he also prepared a way for their learning to continue. The coming of the Spirit was his answer: “He will guide you into all truth” (John 16:13). In other words, what begins with the Gospels continues through the rest of Scripture and through the Spirit’s work in us. The New Testament can be seen as the continuing education program for followers of Christ. When Paul calls the law a “schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ” (Galatians 3:24), he’s using an image from the ancient world. A schoolmaster or tutor led children to their studies and taught them the basics. Paul’s point is that the law — including ceremonial and moral instruction — points us to our need of Christ. Far from canceling the law, faith establishes it. Paul anticipates the objection “Do we then make void the law through faith?” and answers emphatically, “God forbid... Yea, we establish the law.” The heart changed by Christ will want what the law reflects: love for God and neighbor. I shared the story of Booker T. Washington as an illustration of hunger for learning. At sixteen he worked in coal mines and overheard of a school that changed his life. He saved, traveled five hundred miles doing odd jobs, and arrived nearly penniless. Asked to prove his worth, he swept a room until it was spotless and was admitted. He said getting into a schoolhouse felt like “getting into paradise.” That’s the posture I want for us toward spiritual learning — a single-minded longing to know God more. Scripture repeatedly reminds us that God’s ways and thoughts are higher than ours (Isaiah 55:8–9). Paul exclaims, “Oh, the depth of the riches, both of the wisdom and knowledge of God” (Romans 11:33). 1 Corinthians 2:9–10 tells us that the things God has prepared for those who love him are revealed by the Spirit. We will never exhaust the treasures of God’s wisdom — which means the School of Christ has no graduation day in the final sense. When we allow the law to convict us and lead us to Christ, our hearts change and we want to know him more. Jesus wasn’t “loaned” to humanity for a few years — he became one of us forever. The scars in his hands remind us of that connection and of his everlasting role as our teacher and Redeemer. If you’re reading this, consider it an invitation. Enroll in the School of Christ. Let your spiritual curiosity be kindled. Come to Jesus with the heart of a student: eager, humble, persistent. I pray you will find rest under his yoke and a lifelong joy in learning more of his grace. Credit: This message was adapted from a sermon presented at Gentry SDA Church. 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Do we understand in our hearts what is truly important to our heavenly Father? Do we share the same spiritual priorities that Jesus has? These are the questions I want to explore with you. Do you and I see sin the way that God does? Do we understand in our hearts what is truly important to our heavenly Father? Do we share the same spiritual priorities that Jesus has? These are the questions I want to explore with you. Remember the story Nathan told King David after the incident with Uriah? Nathan described a rich man who, instead of using one of his own animals to feed a traveler, stole the only lamb of a poor man — a lamb treated like family. When David heard the story, he was furious and declared that the man deserved death and must restore the lamb fourfold. Why such a fierce reaction? What made that sin feel so egregious? That story helped me see that certain wrongs arouse a deeper sense of justice. It raises a question we must face honestly: are all sins really equal? Many of us instinctively say no. But then we fear that admitting differences will lead to excusing some sins. I want to show you what Scripture teaches about this tension. These words (from Steps to Christ) help me hold two truths at once: God sees degrees among sins, and yet every sin is offensive to Him. Both truths are true and both matter for how we live. When Pilate questioned Jesus, Jesus said, “Thou couldest have no power at all against me except it were given thee from above,” and then added that “he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin.” This shows there are levels of culpability. God told Ezekiel to look at the abominations of Israel and then to look again — for there were greater abominations. Even the word “abomination” signals something especially loathsome, and Scripture reveals that some offenses are worse than others. Jesus warns in Matthew 18 that whoever offends one of these little ones would be better cast into the sea with a millstone around his neck. Children are precious to God, and sins done to them carry heavy consequences. I can hardly listen to stories of children being mistreated; it moves me deeply because God has placed a special value on their innocence. Jesus told the cities that rejected him — Corazin and Bethsaida — that it would be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for them. The implication is clear: where greater light and evidence have been given, greater responsibility and judgment follow when that light is rejected. In Luke 12 Jesus paints a stark picture. A servant who knows his master’s will but does not act accordingly receives many stripes; the one who does not know will receive fewer. “For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required.” If you and I are given understanding, we are held to a higher standard. Too often we reduce salvation to a payment that secures heaven and nothing more. But God’s aim is relationship and restoration. In Scripture we are told God didn’t merely bring Israel out of Egypt to a place — He brought them to Himself. He desires communion with us, change in our hearts, and conformity to His character. If He simply paid our debt without changing us, heaven would be unbearable for us because we would not be in harmony with its principles. There are things that please God more and things that offend Him more, because God is personal and has a character. Consider a few priorities Scripture highlights: We often emphasize visible, outward sins — dress, diet, or smoking — because they are easy to judge. Meanwhile we excuse or overlook hidden sins of the heart: pride, control, anger. That’s dangerous. God sees the heart. God tested Adam and Eve with something that looked small: one forbidden tree among many good trees. The test was not about nutrition or poison; it was about loyalty. Jesus later said, “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much; and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.” If we ignore small untruths, small abuses, small compromises, they grow. I told the story of the early Americans and the tomato to remind us that appearances can deceive. The tree in Eden wasn’t harmful on its face; the issue was obedience. Small disobedience reveals a heart willing to stray. Far too often we create our own lists of what matters and what doesn’t. We say, “That’s not a salvation issue,” to excuse ourselves or others. You won’t find that phrase in Scripture. What you will find is this: “Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.” If you know what God requires and choose otherwise, that is sin. Don’t let partial, cultural, or convenient judgments replace the will of God. Stop comparing your fellow travelers and start looking to Jesus. There is a straight path He has cut out for us — orderly, faithful, and rooted in truth. Are you willing to follow it? I invite you to examine your heart and ask: Do I desire to please God? Am I willing to let God determine what is right and wrong in my life? We are in a relationship with our heavenly Father. Let us learn what pleases Him, surrender our will, and say, “Not my will but Thine be done.” Thank you for reading. This message was adapted from a sermon by Gentry SDA Church. If this challenged or encouraged you, seek out the original message and continue to study Scripture with prayerful humility. 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A portion of this offering is returned to our local church. Mark your offering “*Hope for Humanity*”. **End of Year Contributions** need to be turn in by Dec. 27, or on line by Dec. 31. **Thank you** for the outpouring of love and care we have received since my dad’s passing. It is much appreciated. Also thank you to the Total Life Community Center for the memorial dinner. 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This message explores how the power of creation is also the power of redemption, calling us to surrender, renewal, and a transformed life in Christ. As we begin a new year, we are reminded of one of the most beautiful promises in all of Scripture: God is making all things new. We look forward to the day when sin will be no more, when affliction will not rise again a second time, and when everything that has been broken will finally be made right. That hope lives deep in the heart of every believer. Life begins with wonder. As children, everything feels new—our first taste of ice cream, our first bike ride without training wheels, our first kiss. As time goes on, new experiences continue: first jobs, first homes, first children. But eventually, the “firsts” grow fewer, and life begins to feel more repetitive. What once felt exciting now feels familiar. Days become routine, and life can start to feel like a merry-go-round—spinning, but not really going anywhere. Scientists tell us that as we age, our brains record fewer new experiences. Familiar routines cause time to feel like it’s moving faster. We move more slowly, yet the years seem to fly by. As novelty fades, we often turn our gaze backward—clinging to memories, trying to hold onto what we’ve known. But like sand slipping through our fingers, the harder we grasp, the faster it seems to fall away. We were not created for this cycle of decay. Despite what the world tells us, death is not simply “a part of life” as God intended it. We were made to live forever. Scripture consistently points us beyond the present moment toward something greater. 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Adults bring your favorite board game. There will be planned activities for the kids. Come and support our Adventurer Club. **Reminder** to check the bulletin board. There are some announcements and events that are not always in the bulletin. We encourage you checking the board. **ARKLAC Family Ministries Marriage Retreat** Join us for a powerful and refreshing Marriage Retreat at Camp Yorktown Bay, Mar. 20-22, 2026. Save the date and watch for more information. **Mark your Calendar** The first Monday of every month at in the Youth Center, Sonja Upham, from Wellness Secrets, will be having a Nutrition/Cooking Workshop. All are invited. The first one will begin on Monday, Feb. 2, at 6:00 p.m. **Thank You** I wish to thank all of you for the prayers, cards, text messages and phone calls that I have received these past months. I want to thank Donna and David Jensen for providing transportation for me to my many appointments. I am so grateful for all of you and thank the Lord for all of you. Ella Fisher **Membership Cards** are located in the side pocket of the greeter’s stands at both entrances. If you are interested in joining the Gentry church please fill out the small card and return to the Pastor or the church office. 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White.* **Youth Bible Study** each Wed. evening in the youth center from 6:30-8:00 p.m. (5th grade and up) **End of Year Contribution Receipts** are available at the table in the hallway. After today they will be mailed out. **Next All Church Fellowship Meal** will be on Feb. 7.   There will be extra guests here for an OAA Youth Rally so bring of food. **Adventurer Vespers, Game Night, and Haystack Fundraiser** has been **Rescheduled for Jan. 31** due to weather. **Sanctuary Fundraiser** In the online giving there is an account you can mark for your donation called ‘Sanctuary Remodel’. Let’s see how fast we can get the thermometer all the way to the top. **Gardening Class** Save this date for a special gardening class provided by the Total life Community Center. The Gardening Class will be held on February 15, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Total Life Community Center. Jan Huff and Renee Ott will be the instructors and they will be providing tips and training on gardening techniques. All are invited. For more information contact Lloyd Clapp. **Baby Shower** All are welcome to a baby shower for the Smit family on Sunday, Feb. 1, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Community room to celebrate the upcoming arrival of a baby girl. Please check the bulletin board for additional information and registry.  **Membership Cards** are located in the side pocket of the greeter’s stands at both entrances. If you are interested in joining the Gentry church please fill out the small card and return to the Pastor or the church office. **Mark your Calendar** The first Monday of every month at in the Youth Center, Sonja Upham, from Wellness Secrets, will be having a Nutrition/Cooking Workshop. All are invited. The first one will begin on Monday, Feb. 2, at 6:00 p.m. **ARKLAC Family Ministries Marriage Retreat** Join us for a powerful and refreshing Marriage Retreat at Camp Yorktown Bay, Mar. 20-22, 2026.Registration is open.. **register.adventsourceevent.org/2026ForeverInLove** **Women’s Retreat** Mark your calendar for Southwestern Union Women’s Retreat Sept. 18-20 at the Embassy Suites, 7600 John Q Hammons Dr, Frisco, TX . See the bulletin board for registration and reservations. **The Creation Case Live Event** with Rich Aguilera will be presented at Ozark Adventist Academy, Sunday, Feb. 1, at 4:00 p.m. See the bulletin board poster for more information. **Church Pews** Our old pews will be replaced with new ones in April. If you would like one or more contact the church office. 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