THE SAIPAN CHURCH OF CHRIST "AND THEN SOME..." A retired business executive was once asked the secret of his success. He replied that it could be summed up in three words "and then some" "I discovered at an early age," he declared "that most of the difference between average people and top people could be explained in three words. The top people did what was expected of them-and then some." This is a true principle of success any Where you are, The reason it is a true principle is because it is a biblical principle. Jesus said in Matthew 5:41, "and whoever compels you to go Seen A backs one mile, go with him two." This is the", . and then some” principle. This principle is much needed in the members of the church. What badly? Jesus said: "But | tell you not to if someone treats you resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also.” (Mat. 5:39) Many of us would be ready to slap that person back but Jesus said to show love to that person. "For if you love those who love you, what reward have you? Do not even the tax collectors do the same?" (Mat. 5:46) As Christians we should do what is required of us "and then some." Jesus went on to say, "If anyone wants to sue you and take August 27, 2023 ay it away your tunic, let him have your cloak also.” (Mat. 5:40) Do more than what is required of you. In Luke 17:10 Jesus says, "So likewise you, when you have done all those things which you are commanded, say, ‘We are unprofitable servants. We have done what was our duty to do. In Joseph was a “and then some" man, His brothers hated him so they sold him as a slave, But Joseph did his work “and then some" and became the head of the house. Then he was cast into prison where he could have given up, but not Joseph. He did his work as a prisoner "and then some" and he became head overJesus said to her. “I am the ion and the life. one who belies by believing in me will never die. JOHN 11:25-26 Want to make a prayer request, comment, suggestion, or praise report? Please scan the QR Code above or contact us through the information provided at the back of this bulletin. "And then Some.” (continued) the prisoners. And finally Joseph became second to the king in Egypt, all because he did his job, "and then sore.” Don't say "It's not my job," "I don't, have time,” "Let someone else take care of it this time, I'll do it next time." But rather say "Here am |, send me. " (Isa 6:8) There are Christians who expect to be invited to come to church services. This is not going the second mile, it is not even going the first mile. We have a standing invitation from our King himself, Jesus Christ to attend all the services of our Lord. "... and then "Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying. Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then I said /, Here am I: send me. ISAIAH 6:8 PRAYER Many of us lose confidence in prayers because we don't recognize the answer: We ask for STRENGTH. .. God gives us difficulties through which to make us STRONG. We pray for wisdom. God sends us problems to solve. We ask for COURAGE. .. God gives us dangers to overcome. We pray for FAVORS. God gives us opportunities. Pray for the ABILITY to recognize the answers to our selected prayers. DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR THE WEEK AUGUST 27 - SEPTEMBER 3 SUNDAY, AUGUST 27: EZEK 1-4 MONDAY, AUGUST 28: EZEK 5-8 TUESDAY, AUGUST 29: EZEK 9-12 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30: EZEK 13-15 THURSDAY, AUGUST 31: EZEK 15-16 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: EZEK 18-19 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: EZEK 20-21WELCOME TO THE CHURCH OF CHRIST! ANNOUNCEMENTS Se 1 * The next PIBC | PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS: Would be on June * or July 2024, + Congrats to the newly baptized Christians: CJ, Sonia, and Jolinda. T + Teenagers Class + William Hart and his family Lucy and Zoe for spiritual guidance every Sunday 4 and protection. morning at 9AM. + Kim Jay who is looking for a job. “ STROSS + Thanksgiving for Amir Saranglao who is recovering, ONGOING PRAYER LIST: + Ivan dela Cruz who is back to the hospital. ‘Those who are on the sick + For the complete recovery of Sis. Ester's brother, Jun del Rosario, ond recovering after a stroke, especially: * Maria Martin, Sitae + Dianne Tabora who is looking for a job. if Terry, Mary Allen - . Conrad, Joe Hill, + Lourdes Kalen and Steffanie Norita’s health, eee * Sis. Andy's friends, Emma & Ver, who are looking for jobs. vn Melba Byrd, Candy : 6) 4 ‘Tabora, Penny Harland, tee) Dana Tyler, Alice Nearhery, Grace Divinagracia, Michelle Vankirk, Lourdes Hart Cabrera, Daniel Mensah, Lisa Avendano. Those who are struggling with their ‘mental health, especially Sis, Christina Sakaziro and Bro. Michael Dy. Those who are in the - middle of wars, “Let not your conflict, and natural disasters. also in Me. sees Those who are struggling financially and spiritually. The safety of those who are traveling, especially Sis, Merle, Bro. Gary, Bro. Chris, Sis. Imelda, said to him, and Bro. Arnel. Sis. Nenita's papers. Those who are forsaking the assembly and becoming unfaithful to the church.» ie SAIPAN CHURCH OF CHRIST P.O. Box 500549 Saipan, MP, 96950 Church Phone: (670) 235 - 2270 Email: spnchurchofchrist@gmail.com Website: https://saipanchurchofchrist.weebly.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090069806301 Minister: Manuel Cabaluna 285 - 6170 Preacher: Gary Byrd 789 - 2245 Missionaries: Dave Combs 789 - 0024 ASSEMBLY TIMES ‘Sunday Morning Bible Class ... 9:00 AM. Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 A.M. Sunday Evening Worship . Wednesday Bible Study .... Assisting in Worship: Sunday Morning: Evening Worship: Announcements: Boyet Announcements: Singing: Ruel Opening Prayer: Dave Lord's Supper & Giving: Willy Assisting: Jun, CJ Preaching: Bible Reading: Willy Lord's Supper & Giving: Preaching: Boyet Closing Prayer: Ruel Singing: Opening Prayer: Closing Prayer: