July 20, 2025

 Welcome from Brown Chaple/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11 - God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

2Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;

3Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.

4There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.

5God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.

6The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted.

7The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

8Come, behold the works of the LORD, what desolations he hath made in the earth.

9He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire.

10Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

11The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

Subject: Be Still & Know That I Am God

• Have you ever found yourself multitasking?
• Have you ever been in such a hurry at the grocery store that you play the guessing game of which check-out line is the quickest?
• There are so many things going on in your lives today, on the news, in our neighborhood, losing our health care, etc.
• Be still!
• God is with us even through all the chaos.
• To be still doesn't mean we are to be completely motionless. 
• Raphah - to let go, to relax.
• Psalm 62:5 - My soul, put all your faith in God; for from him comes my hope.
• Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.  Philippians 4:6
• We must be strong in God's word.
• Peace be still!

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Thelma W.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Clark M.

Rev. I. Pelton

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

                                                             Closing Song

June 1, 2025

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalms 14:1 - The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.

Subject: What a Fool Believes

• The Apostles' Creed:  I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and was buried; on the third day he rose from the dead; ascended into heaven, and seated on the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the quick and the dead.  I believe in the Holy Spirit, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting.
• The fools' creed: There is no god.
• If you are foolish enough to believe that there is no god, you are truly on shaky ground.
• Roman 1:20 - For the invisible things of him form the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse.
• Proverbs 1:7 - The fear of the Lord is start of knowledge: but the foolish have no use for wisdom and teaching.
• Jesus said, I am the way, the truth and the life. Nobody comes to the Father but by me.
• Ephesians 2:8-9 - For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this is not form yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast.
• Jesus paid our sin debt.
• Three kinds of fools: a lazy person who wants everyone else to do things; a swindler who takes advantage of others by stealing & taking what is not theirs; and lastly a sociopath with no regards for anyone else. 
• Proverb 6:6-19 - Go to the ant, you hater of work; give thought to her ways and be wish:  Having no chief, overseer, or ruler, She gets her meat in the summer, storing up food at the time of the grain-cutting. How long will you be sleeping, O hater of work? when will you get up from your sleep? A little sleep, a little rest, a little folding of the hands, in sleep:  Then loss will come on your like an outlaw, and your need like an armed man. A good-for-nothing man is an evil-doer; he goes on his way causing trouble with false words;  making sings with his eyes, rubbing with his feet, and giving news with his fingers; his mind is ever designing evil: he lets loose violet acts. For this cause his downfall will be sudden; quickly he will be broken, and there will be no help for him. Six things are hated by the Lord; seven things are disgusting to him:  Eyes of pride, a false tongue, hands which take life without cause;  A heart full of evil designs, feet which are quick in running after sin;  A false witness, breathing out untrue words, and one who lets loose violent acts among brothers.  
• Don't be a fool.

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

June Birthdays

Pastor Baggett

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W. 

Willie & Bonnie T.

Thelma W.

Dorothy M.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Clark M.

Eddie & Marina J.

Rev. Pelton

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

January 5, 2025 - Happy New Year Everyone

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Happy New Year Everyone

Matthew 5:14 - Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid.

Remember, light eliminates all forms of darkness. We, as Christians carry that light which is Jesus the Christ. Let's shine our lights everywhere we travel, to everyone we meet & at all times this year and always!

A kind word is always welcome!

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24 - O God, let the secrets of my heart be uncovered, and let my wandering thoughts be tested:  See if there is any way of sorrow in me, and be my guide in the eternal way.

Subject: How To Begin This New Year

• James 4:14 - You do not know about tomorrow.  What is your life like? For you are a puff of smoke that appears for a short time and then vanishes. 
• Resolutions are always made this time of year.
• We should always include, remember and consider Christ in our resolutions.
• We must work while it's day for night comes when not man can work. John 9:4 -I must work the works of hm that sent me, while it is day: the night comes when no man can work.
• We must invite the Holy Spirit to
• John 14:26 - But the Comforter, which is the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
• John 15:5 - I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abides in me, and I in him, the same brings forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
• 1 Samuel 13:14 - But now, your authority will not go on: the Lord, searching for a man who is pleasing to him in every way has given him the place of ruler over his people, because you have not done what the Lord gave you orders to do.
• Three things David asked of God: (1) Search my heart of Lord. Proverb 4:23 - Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it; (2) Try me and know my thoughts my God:  1 Peter 1:7 - So that the true metal of your faith, being of much greater value than gold (which, though it comes to and end, is tested by fire), may come to light in praise and glory and honor, at the revelation of Jesus Christ.  (3) Lead me in the way everlasting of Lord. Proverbs 14:12 - There is a way which seems straight before a man, but its end is the ways of death.  John 16:13 - However, when he, the Spirit of true knowledge, has come, he will be your guide into all true knowledge: for his words will not come from himself, but whatever has come to his hearing, that he will say: and he will make clear to you the things to come.

January Birthdays

Violet W.

Clark M.

Darren H.

                                            

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Thelma W.

Rev. I. Pelton

Eddie & Marian J.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Clark M.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Invitation to Christ: Pastor Baggett

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

November 10, 2024

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-4 - The Lord is my light and my salvation; who is then a cause of fear to me? the Lord is the strength of my life; who is a danger to me?  When evil-doers, even my haters, came on me to put an end to me, they were broken and put to shame. Even if an army came against me with its tents, my heart would have no fear: if war was made on me, my faith would not be moved.  One prayer have I made to the Lord, and this is my heart's desire; that I may have a place in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, looking on his glory, and getting wisdom in his Temple. 

Subject: Winning At War-ware Using the Advice of a Veteran of War (King David)

For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.  Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to stand.  Ephesians 6:12-13

• The Lord is our light. In other words, we should focus on God. 
• God has not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
• Do not lose your spirit of joy.
• We must focus on who God is and how great He is.
• We must keep fellowship with God.
• We have a blessed assurance of Jesus.
• We must always pray and not faint. Luke 18:1
• We must spend in pray; the study of God's word; exercise our faith.
• We must always cry out to God. He will answer us in His own time.
• We must seek first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Matthew 6:33
• Nearer my God to thee.
• We must live a upright life.
• They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
• Psalms 27 

The Lord is my light and my salvation;

• Whom shall I fear?
• The Lord is the strength of my life;
• Of whom shall I be afraid?
• 2 When the wicked came against me
• To eat[a] up my flesh,
• My enemies and foes,
• They stumbled and fell.
• 3 Though an army may encamp against me,
• My heart shall not fear;
• Though war may rise against me,
• In this I will be confident.
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• 4 One thing I have desired of the Lord,
• That will I seek:
• That I may dwell in the house of the Lord
• All the days of my life,
• To behold the [b]beauty of the Lord,
• And to inquire in His temple.
• 5 For in the time of trouble
• He shall hide me in His pavilion;
• In the secret place of His tabernacle
• He shall hide me;
• He shall set me high upon a rock.
• 
  
• 6 And now my head shall be [c]lifted up above my enemies all around me;
• Therefore I will offer sacrifices of [d]joy in His tabernacle;
• I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the Lord.
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• 7 Hear, O Lord, when I cry with my voice!
• Have mercy also upon me, and answer me.
• 8 When You said, “Seek My face,”
• My heart said to You, “Your face, Lord, I will seek.”
• 9 Do not hide Your face from me;
• Do not turn Your servant away in anger;
• You have been my help;
• Do not leave me nor forsake me,
• O God of my salvation.
• 10 When my father and my mother forsake me,
• Then the Lord will take care of me.
• 
  
• 11 Teach me Your way, O Lord,
• And lead me in a smooth path, because of my enemies.
• 12 Do not deliver me to the will of my adversaries;
• For false witnesses have risen against me,
• And such as breathe out violence.
• 13 I would have lost heart, unless I had believed
• That I would see the goodness of the Lord
• In the land of the living.
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• 14 Wait[e] on the Lord;
• Be of good courage,
• And He shall strengthen your heart;
• Wait, I say, on the Lord!

                                                                 Communion Sunday

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Thelma W.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Violet W.

Eddie & Marina J.

Rev. I. Pelton

Clark M.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

His Eye Is On The Sparrow

October 6, 2024

Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant, Shiloh, & Mt. Pleasant

Welcome Pastor J. Baggett 

back from Annual Conference!!

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalms 34:1 - I will bless the Lord at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

Subject: Some of the Benefits of Praising God 

• Giving God praise allows God to act in our lives.
• We should praise God without ceasing. Praising Him in the morning, all day, at work, when we are sad, etc.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:18 - In everything give praise: for this is the purpose of God in Christ Jesus for you.
• Praising God gives us peace, gives us the victory.
• God unlocks prison doors that bound us. Finances, work problems, family situations, etc. Praise God in all trials.
• If I be lifted up from the earth, I will draw all men unto me. John 12:32
• We are here for a higher purpose. God has a plan for each of us.
• Psalms 16:11 - You will make clear to me that way of life; where you are joy is complete; in your right hand there are pleasures forever and ever. 

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Rev. I. Pelton

Debra W.

Secric & Dorothy M.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Thelma W.

Clark M.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Gina L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Announcement: Brown Chapel's annual homecoming is next Sunday, October 13, 2024 at the church building. If you are in the area, come out and join the service.

June 16, 2024

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man that walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the way of sinners, not sits in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law does he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he does shall prosper. 

Subject: Our God Is Looking for a Few Good Men

• God wants men to be upright and in his word.
• We dare not mock God.
• A blessed man delights in the word of God and tries to live by the word of God.
• Hebrews 11:6 - But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that comes to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek God.
• Where will one be housed in eternity?
• Acts 16:31 - Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shall be saved, and thy house.
• Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will direct your paths. 
• Psalm 84:5 - Happy is the man whose strength is in you; in whose heart are the highways to Zion.
• A blessed man is a man of integrity: strong moral principles, upright, honorable.
• We must stay in readiness.

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Evelyn H.

Thelma W.

Ginger R.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Rev. I. Pelton

Violet W.

Clark M.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

February 4, 2024

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 27 - 1 The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?

2 When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall.

3 Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident.

4 One thing I ask from the LORD, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple.

5 For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent and set me high upon a rock.

6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the LORD.

7 Hear my voice when I call, LORD; be merciful to me and answer me.

8 My heart says of you, “Seek his face!” Your face, LORD, I will seek.

9 Do not hide your face from me, do not turn your servant away in anger; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, God my Savior.

10 Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me.

11 Teach me your way, LORD; lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors.

12 Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, spouting malicious accusations.

13 I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.

14 Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.

Subject: Seeking The Face of God

• David declares that God is his life and salvation.
• David was a man after God's own heart.
• Jesus was God in the flesh.
• We need to spend time in the Word of God.
• In other words, we need to always have a relationship with God.
• 2 Timothy 2:15 - Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 
• God's house is a place of acceptance.
• What's great about dwelling with God? Study and learn from God; We must worship God in spirit and in truth; & Pray always.
• Come unto me all ye that labor and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of me, for I am meek and lowly in heart: and you shall find rest unto your souls. Matthew 11:28-29
• Whatever our troubles, we must take our burdens to God and leave them there.
• 1 Samuel 15:22 - Obedience is better than sacrifice.

February Birthdays

Marina J.

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Rev. I. Pelton

Debra W.

Thelma W.

Ginger R.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Evelyn H.

Violet W.

Clark M.

Eddie & Marina J.

Earl & DorsieLynn J.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

                                                                      Closing Song

                                                                    Goodness of God

November 26, 2023

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant & Mt. Pleasant

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 23 - The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures: he leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul: he leads me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: you anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Subject: What Do We Find In The Valley?

• We will have mountains and valleys in our lives. But we know that there is nothing that God can't get us through.
• In valley experiences are where terrible things happen such as illness, death, worry, depression, etc.
• We must recognize what's really happening in that valley. Satan!
• In the valley, we might consider it to be ground zero. But we know that there's a bright side somewhere.
• In the valley, is the only access we have to the mountain. The valley is the place for the start to reach higher ground.
• God provides an elevator saying "Going up!" in the valley.
• Why do we need comfort as we go through the valley? We become anxious, wanting to work things out ourselves but God has the correct plan for us.
• Weary, wounded, worn out and sad is what happens when we try things on our own.
• For they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary and they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
• Come to me all who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30
• Goodness plus mercy equals God's amazing grace.
• Luke 3:5 - Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low.
• Romans 8:28 - And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
• What do we find in the valley? We find God because he is everywhere at all times.
• By grace we are saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: of works, lest any man should boast.  Ephesians 2:8-9

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Rev. Pelton

Willie & Bonnie T.

Debra & Marceal W.

Clark M.

Thelma W.

Ginger R.

Violet W.

Evelyn H.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

November 19, 2023

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant & Mt. Pleasant

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 100 - Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye Lands.  Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that has made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture; Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endures to all generations.

Subject: Something to Thank God For

• How blessed are we?  
• Be of a giving heart and a spirit of thanksgiving.
• Good in the Hewbrews language is beyond greatness.
• Our God loves us more than we can comprehend.
• God's love for us moved him to action on our behalf.
• Our God is faithful to us. God stands firm for us. He is the source of our strength, our rock, always. God is our all and all.
•  We should never forget who is in control. Don't forget the source of our lives.
• Never forget to thank God for our health and lives.
• Jesus paid it all. We must remember that and thank God for.

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Rev. I. Pelton

Debra & Marceal W.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Thelma W.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

November 12, 2023

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant & Mt. Pleasant

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-3 -To the chief music-maker. On a corded instrument. Of David. Let my cry come to you, O God; let your ears be open to my prayer. From the end of the earth will I send up my cry to you, when my heart is overcome: take me to the rock which is over-high for me. For you have been my secret place, and my high tower from those who made war on me.

Subject: When Our Lives Become Overwhelming

• Beware of false prophets, fighting, arguing, mass shootings, serious illnesses, etc.
• We can become overwhelmed being involved or even thinking about these types of things.
• We are not immune to these things.
• What to do when life becomes overwhelming?
• Acknowledge that we are overwhelmed. 
• 1 Peter 5:7 - Casting all your care upon him; for he cares for you.
• Cast your burdens to the Lord and then rest. 
• Psalm 116:7 - Oh God, we rest in you.
• Psalm 100:1-2 - Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
• It's not a sin to become overwhelming because we know we can't do this by ourselves. 
• All to Jesus, I surrender. James 4:7; Matthew 16:25; Hebrews 11:6; Romans 12:2
• We must take our mines off ourselves and turn to Jesus. Also, when we think of others in similar situations and prays for them, this helps us.
• We know that God's will be done in all situations. God is always in control.
• Don't isolate yourself from others by thinking you can handle things that come up in your life. Satan wants to separate us from the Word of God by keeping us from others.
• Satan comes to steal, kill and destroy. John 10:10
• But If God be for us, who is against us? Romans 8:31

                                                                    Holy Communion

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Rev. I. Pelton

Debra & Marceal W.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Clark M.

Ginger R.

Evelyn H.

Thelma W.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

October 8, 2023 - Homecoming

 Welcome From Brown Chapel AME Church

Sermon from Proverbs 22

Welcome 2023 Homecoming/Church Anniversary & Cemetery Association

First and foremost, Brown Chapel Church Family welcomes everyone for another year of celebrating our annual homecoming. This is the 66^th homecoming & after the previous one last year out on the cemetery grounds…..my goodness, didn’t we have a fantastic time?!  With all the hugs, laughter and shared memories, my heart is still singing praises. So, welcome back everyone, welcome back. And for those new visitors who stopped by, we are very glad you came.

We are also celebrating our 135^th Church Anniversary. Can you imagine our forefathers back in the late 1800s meeting, organizing, building and searching for a pastor to lead them? The blood, sweat &, I’m sure, many tears they shed just to forge a place where Christians could meet. As the bible says in Matthew 18:20 – For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.

Through the years each generation trod forth, on a steady path. Choosing carefully, each decision guided by God’s hand. And here we are today, moving forward but looking back, thanking all those who pointed the way.

And finally, we are also acknowledging our Cemetery Association, for their efforts in maintaining the grounds.

So let us celebrate this day in prayer, in fellowship and some good eats!

August 20, 2023

 Welcome from Brown Chapel/Avant & Mt. Pleasant

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalm 27 1

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

2When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.

3Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident.

4One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.

5For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock.

6And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD.

7Hear, O LORD, when I cry with my voice: have mercy also upon me, and answer me.

8When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek.

9Hide not thy face far from me; put not thy servant away in anger: thou hast been my help; leave me not, neither forsake me, O God of my salvation.

10When my father and my mother forsake me, then the LORD will take me up.

11Teach me thy way, O LORD, and lead me in a plain path, because of mine enemies.

12Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies: for false witnesses are risen up against me, and such as breathe out cruelty.

13I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.

14Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.

Subject: The Heart of a Warrior

• We know that we are on the battlefield for our Lord and we are soldiers in the army of the Lord.
• We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.  Ephesians 6:12
• The physical heart is an organ that pumps blood, but the spiritual heart is our path to God.
• The enemy will always attempt to wage war against us. This is Satan's mission.
• We must be prepared for anything that comes our way. We must put on the whole armor of God.
•  Be prepared with these precepts: We must focus on God: We must have full confidence in God's awesome power: We must practice fellowship with God: We must worship in the house of the Lord: We must seek God's face: We must live an upright life & please God.
• They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
• Prayer is always welcome in this Christian life.

Holy Communion

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Rev. Pelton

Debra & Marceal W.

Willie & Bonnie T.

Clark M.

Ginger R.

Evelyn H.

Thelma W.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Reminder: Brown Chapel's Homecoming scheduled for October 8, 2023 @ 11 AM.