"What's Right With The Church?"
The current age often seems dominated by pessimism. There is a cynicism and skepticism against our major institutions, celebrities, politicians, professional athletes, and other people of prominence. As children of God living in such an environment, we can be influenced by such attitudes. Some have directed their pessimism toward the church. Extremists from both sides are declaring its doom and demise. There may be a temptation to critique what's wrong with the church.
Perhaps more than ever, we need to be reminded of the many things that are right with the church. Though from the "human side" it is filled with sinners saved by grace, it is perfect in design, organization, mission, and message. This year, the Bear Valley Lectures will devote itself to the theme, "What's Right With The Church?" Join us as we consider the many things that are right with the Lord's church!
Be reminded. Be edified. Be encouraged to keep on keeping on!
SCHEDULE AND SPEAKERS
Thursday, September 20, 2012
7:00 PM-- Being Right, But Not Self-Righteous (B.J. Clarke, Southaven, MS)
7:45 PM-- The Church Was Established At The Right Time And Place (Keith Parker, Hendersonville, TN)
Friday, September 21, 2012
8:00 AM-- The Church Sees Sin As It Really Is (Ted Knight, Conway, AR)
9:00 AM--The Church Is Mission-Minded (Bob Turner, Denver, CO)
10:00 AM (men)--Preachers Getting It "Right": Taking Advantage Of Technology (Michael Hite, Littleton, CO)
10:00 AM (ladies)--The Church Goes The Second Mile (Kathy Murphy, Littleton, CO)
11:00 AM--The Church's Focus Is Christ (Howell Ferguson, Bells, TN)
2:30 PM--The Church Is Indestructible (Wesley Walker, Nashville, TN)
3:30 PM-- The Church Is Right About Sexual Ethics (Kevin Cauley, Austin, TX)
6:00 PM--BVBID Banquet, Jefferson County Fairgrounds
Saturday, September 22, 2012
8:00 AM--The Church Is Right About The Inspiration Of The Bible (Clint Davison, Meridian, ID)
9:00 AM--The Church Protects God's Pattern For The Home (Gary Pollard, Elizabethtown, NC)
10:00 AM (men)--Preachers Getting It "Right" In Structure (Jay Lockhart, Tyler, TX)
10:00 AM (ladies)--Being Right In Spirit And Attitude (Celine Sparks, Huntsville, AL)
11:00 AM--The Church Is Our Family (Kevin Hahn, Humble, TX)
2:30 PM (men)--Preachers Getting It "Right" From The Scriptures (Denny Petrillo, Littleton, CO)
2:30 PM (ladies)--The Church Belongs To Christ (Kathy Murphy)
3:30 PM--The Church Is Not Swayed By Society (Cliff Sabroe, Visalia, CA)
7:00 PM--Being Right, Inside And Out (Wayne Jones, San Marcos, TX)
7:45 PM--The Church Is Heaven-Bound (Kirk Brothers, Henderson, TN)
Sunday, September 23, 2012
8:00 AM--The Church Cherishes The Plan Of Salvation (Chris McCurley, Abilene, TX)
9:00 AM--The Church Holds The Truth In High Regard (David Lipe, Knoxville, TN)
10:15 AM--God's Will Is The Focus Of Its Worship (Harold Savage, Lawrenceville, GA)
4:00 PM (men)--Preachers Getting It "Right" To The Listeners (Wayne Roberts, Parker, CO)
4:00 PM (ladies)-The Church Encourages Personal Bible Study (Celine Sparks)
5:00 PM--The Church Is Right About Medical Ethics (Bart Warren, Glasgow, KY)
6:00 PM--The Church Has Built-in Guidelines To Keep The Church Right (Bill Irby, Athens, AL)