Praise Jesus! - Joe's getting Baptized.

Member Joe has been regenerated and experienced a new birth which has irresistibly compelled him to give his life to Jesus Christ. He will make a public proclamation and demonstration of this on April 25 when he is baptized into the faith. I know how much  and how far Joe has come and I can only be awestruck at the power and love of our awesome God and his son Jesus Christ. Welcome to the family Joe, I am so proud to call you my brother in Christ.

If you would like to attend Joe's baptism it will take place, as noted, on April 25, 2010 at the Cornerstone Baptist Church (also known as the Metro Baptist Center) located at 975 North Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, In. The Baptism will take place during the morning services. I ask all group members, and anyone else reading this, to attend and share this special moment with our brother.

Praise the Lord!!

Starting Chapter 11 - Old Testament Hall of Fame

We will be starting Chapter 11 of Hebrews on Wed April 21. This chapter is often referred to as the Old Testament Hall of Fame because it reviews the OT Saints whose faith pointed toward the coming Messiah. When reading Chapter 11 pay close attention to what message the text is trying to convey about faith - what it is, why it is necessary, what it looks like in action and what it accomplishes.   Hope to see you there!

Hebrews 10

We started Hebrews 10 this week. We discussed the temporary nature of the earthy Sanctuary and how it was but a shadow of the Sanctuary in Heaven. Next week we will pick up at Hebrews 10:11.

Hope to see you all there.

Yours in Christ,

Chris Cross

Bible Study February 24, 2010

Hello Fellow Bible Explorers:

In Today's study, we looked at Hebrews 9:1-10. We discussed the earthly sanctuary and priestly services to set up a contrast with Christ's service for us in the Heavenly Sanctuary so that we may come boldly to His Throne. Next Wednesday, we will discuss the the rest of Chapter 9.

Hope to see you then,

Chris Cross

Quote of the day - Humility

"Humility is the foundation of all the other virtues, hence,

in the soul in which this virtue does not exist, there cannot be any other virtue

except in appearance."

    Saint Augustine

A message from Joe

As you will recall, group member Joe Massey was seriously injured in a workplace accident last month. On Jan. 20, 2010 Joe left the following message for the City Market Bible Study group. Hurry and get well Joe. We are all praying for a speedy recovery and quick rehabilitation. God bless you!

dear guys thanks alot for your thoughts and especially your prayers. Our Lord and savior Jesus Christ is so wonderful. As we all know there are so many surperlatives(sp)!Words like omnipresent,omnipotient,full of grace,full of mercy,loveing,kind,long suffering,able to save, and able to keep who he's saved throughout eternity!


He is so much more....He does so much more!Guys now that thats done"thanking and praiseing our God!Our Lord and savior Jesus Christ" I want to again say THANKS!

Thanks to: Chris(BTW Hows Helen?praying for her!),Tom,Mark,Mario,Gary,Walter(yes Walter I'm useing a cheat sheet:)and Tom.Also to anyone else whos prayed for me in regards to my injury.

The time at the bible is such a blessing.But to have people praying for you is just so awsome!My advice is If you've never accepted Jesus Christ into your heart do so without delay. If you have then get plugged in and stay plugged in.

I'm fortunate enough to have a church home. A great mentor who through him I've visited two other churches and they all have been praying for me too.

The bible says that God inhabits(sp?) the prayers of his saints!So make sure of your salvation,stay connected to Gods people.Then most of all stay plugged into God almighty through his son Jesus Christ. Through prayer,reading his word(the bible),telling other people about him,and by attending a local church!

Did'nt exactly mean to preach but its a carry over from last night.God is doing some really great things where I live.I believe,No I KNOW he actually showed up last night.Seed is beind planted,watered and God "our hope" will give the increase!Also friendships are being reconcilled(sp?).To God be the glory!

Guys by the grace of God I'll give Chris a call later.Thanks family and please keep praying for me.As mentioned there is the physical recovery.I'm praying that I have no problems with workmans comp now or the forseeable future.I'm praying I be able to go back to work one day.I have good attornys so I'm naturally praying for them,they're well geing and the handleing of my case.Finally a favorable decision wether through the courts or settlement. Of course Gods will be done not our own!

Thanks again and be encourged! To GOD be the glory! Amen!

Joe Massey,

January 20, 1020 Meeting

Our meeting was once again Spirit led as we tackled the controversial Hebrews 6:4-8 passage. Views were shared from the angles of the unpardonable sin to once saved always saved and all points in between. Next Wednesday, we will pick up at Hebrews 6:9. Also, continue to pray for Brother Joe as he recuperates from his horrible accident. He would also welcome phone calls as he is pretty much shut in for most of the time. He can be reached at 491-0671.

Yours in Christ,

Chris Cross