SGBC | SHADY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. DR. REGINALD WOULLARD, PASTOR2026 CHURCH THEME: “MAKING A WAY OUT OF NO WAY”LUKE 5:17-26Concepts Related To God Making A Way Out Of No Way 1. Divine Providence: Divine Providence is the belief that God is constantly involved in the world, guiding and providing for his creation. 2. Miracles: Miracles are supernatural events. In the Bible, there are numerous accounts of God performing miracles to deliver his people from difficult situations. These miraculous interventions demonstrate God’s power to make a way out of nowhere and provide for his people in times of need. 3. Faith: Faith is a central theme in the Bible, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God’s plan and believing that he will provide for his people. When faced with seemingly impossible situations, having faith in God’s ability to make a way out of no way is essential. Excerpted from: www.encouragingbibleverses.orgLuke 5:17-26GOD CAN MAKE A WAY WHERE THERE IS NO WAY!Have you ever been in a difficult time or situation and there seems to literally be NO way out? Some situations seem (and are) completely impossible. Situations where there truly is no way. No way- outside of the almighty and all powerful God.In Genesis 22:9-14 Abraham found himself in a situation that seemed hopeless when he took his beloved son Isaac, his only son, up to the mountain to sacrifice him before God. And in this situation- where there seemed to be NO way out of it- God made a way.Isaiah 43:16-21 says….“This is what the LORD says- he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the chariots and horses, the army and reinforcements together, and they lay there, never to rise again, extinguished, snuffed out like a wick: “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. The wild animals honor me, the jackals and the owls, because I provide water in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland, to give drink to my people, my chosen, the people I formed for myself that they may proclaim my praise.” NIVThink of all the times in the bible that God made a way where there seemed to be no way….He split the sea He moved mountainsHe walked on water He tore the veilHe healed the sick He conquered giantsHe closed the mouths of lions He opened prison doors He calmed the raging seasGod is a God of miracles. He can make a way where there is no way. He works in ways that we cannot see or begin to understand. My prayer today is that no matter what the problem or mountain or difficulty you are facing- you are reminded….there is NOTHING too big or scary or impossible for God. NOTHING. God can make a way where there is no way. www.swtblessings.com/2019/05/god-can-make-way-where-there-is-no-way
SGBC | 2WHAT DOES LUKE 5:17-26 REALLY MEAN? The passage in Luke 5:17-26 recounts the miraculous healing of a paralyzed man by Jesus, showcasing His authority to forgive sins and perform extraordinary deeds. It serves as a poignant illustration of Jesus’ divine power and the unwavering faith of those who sought Him out. The phrase “Seeing their faith” underscores the pivotal role played by the paralyzed man’s friends, whose strong belief in Jesus led them to extraordinary measures to bring their friend to Him. Their actions exemplify the profound impact of active faith and the transformative power of communal support in times of need.When Jesus declares, “Your sins are forgiven,” before addressing the man’s physical ailment, He highlights the paramount importance of spiritualhealing. This sequence of events underscores the significance of addressing our spiritual well-being alongside our physical health. Jesus’ subsequent command for the paralyzed man to “Rise, take up your bed and walk” not only demonstrates His authority over physical infirmities but also showcases His ability to perform miraculous acts that defy human understanding.Parallel accounts in Mark 2:1-12 and Matthew 9:1-8 reinforce the themes of faith, forgiveness, and Jesus’ authority to heal and forgive sins. These passages collectively emphasize the inseparable connection between faith, healing, and forgiveness, echoing the sentiment expressed in James 5:15. The verse from James underscores the profound impact of faith on healing and the assurance that through faith, both physical and spiritual restoration can be attained. ApplicationThink of Jesus as the ultimate problem solver, just like a skilled surgeon who fixes both visible and hidden issues. In Luke 5:17-26, He didn’t just mend a paralyzed man’s body; He also erased his guilt, showcasing unmatched authority. In your busy life, with work stress and family worries, are you ready to let go of doubts and let Jesus transform you? Can you trust Him to heal both what is broken outside and what hurts inside?www.godsbless.ing/commentary/luke/luke_5_17-26Holy Baptism is Sunday, January 25th, at 10:15 AM. If you would like to be baptized, please see Deborah Woullard or Sandra Thompson. We will dedicate babies Sunday, January 25th, during the 10:45 AM Service. If you would like to dedicate your baby, please see Maxine Coleman.Grand Slam Disciple (GSD) Recognition is Sunday, January 25th, during the 10:45 AM Service. If you joined church but have not completed your New Members Class, please see Monique Crowell or John Brown. It’s not too late! Luke 5:17-26 is about the power of faith and forgiveness, as Jesus heals a paralyzed man both physically and spiritually, demonstrating that true healing comes from belief in the power of God’s forgiveness.
SGBC | 3Did you make your school’s honor roll? If so, please bring your report card to Shelia Smith in the nursery. We will recognize your achievement after every 9-weeks test. The first list will be in the February newsletter, so we need your cards by January 20th!
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SGBC | 10From the parting of the Red Sea(Exodus14:21-22). To the ram in the bush for Abraham instead of his son given as a sacrifice Genesis 22:13). To Jonah in the belly of the fish (Jonah 1:17). The widow at Nain, Jesus revived her son from death (Luke 7:11-17). To the woman at Zarephath with the small bottle of oil and flour. She and her son were going to eat and die (1 Kings 17). To the woman who was blessed with a son by the priest, and the son died. The priest breathe life into his body, and he lived (2 Kings 4:18-37). To the woman whose husband died and all she had was a small flask of oil and God filled every jar she had borrowed. Debt paid and they lived off the rest(2 Kings 4:1-7).God is always and has always made a way out of no way in our lives. When we are right on the edge, God comes through with a solution to our every problem. So do not get disgusted, tired, or weary, God is not through. He is the same yesterday, today, and forevermore.We know this, if you have ever had problems God is the only One who has solved them. He is the only true and living God who makes a way for us and we depend on Him. Stay in His will, in obedience, and watch Him work. He will accomplish what is beyond our capacity. If we honor, trust, and obey the teaching of our God, He will always have the answers for us. What a blessing to know our Sovereign God.Let’s pray: Father in the Name of Jesus thank You, thank You, thank You! Lord God You really do not have to do anything for us, but You do out of love for Your children. Thank You for calling us yours. Thank You for always making a way out of no way. And thank You for your unconditional love for all of us. You are so good and we bless Your Holy Name. In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen. It is so!Humbly submitted by Rev. Cathy RossWoulardIN-PERSONDropboxCashCheckCredit/Debit CardsCASH APP$sgbchburgONLINE GIVINGshadygrove-church.org/give VENMO@[email protected] the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it. Malachi 3:10 NIV
SGBC | 11HAVE YOU MET THIS NEW MEMBER?MEET DONTARIUS WALKER!DO YOU KNOW REV. GLADYS THOMPKINS?MEET REV. THOMPKINS!• Dontarius works as a welder and generator operator at Howard Industries• His favorite Bible verse is John 3:16- “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life”• Dontarius said he joined Shady Grove because the church made him feel like a part of a “larger” family• He states, “Pastor Woullard gave him a strong sense of connection to the Lord on his first visit”• Dontarius said the church also has given him comfort during a difficult time in his life. WELCOME DONTARIUS WALKER!• Rev. Gladys M. Thompkins has been a member at Shady Grove since 2005• She is a member of Sunday School Class #9, the Food Pantry, Helping Hands, Ties That Bind, and the Prayer ministries, and was a member of the Music Ministry Senior Choir when it was active • Rev. Thompkins also serves as the Associate Ministers Leader• Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 51 • She is the mother of eight sons and one daughter, and is blessed with 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, one sister, and a host of nieces and nephews• Rev. Thompkins is a retired state employee • Her hobbies include, working on puzzles, traveling to visit her children, and cooking• She states, “I find joy in assisting my pastor and first lady, supporting those in need, and most importantly, spreading the Word of God.”
SGBC | 121. What is the longest book in the Bible?A)PsalmsB) IsaiahC) GenesisD) Jeremiah2. Which biblical author wrote more than a thousand songs?A)AsaphB) DavidC) SolomonD) Moses3. Which books of the Bible have only 1 chapter?A)Obadiah, Philemon, Jude, 2 John, and 3 JohnB) Amos, 2 Peter, 2 John, and 3 JohnC) Nahum, Obadiah, Joel, and JudeD) Habakkuk, Philemon, Ezra, 1 Peter, and 2 Peter4. Regarding these biblical curiosities, which is TRUE?A) Absalom's hair was so long that it weighed 2kg and 400g (200 shekels).B) Deborah participated in a beauty contest to marry the king.C) The prophet Elijah was bald.D) Goliath was the tallest man in the Bible, measuring 2 meters and 90 cm.www.bibliaon.com96 years after his birth on Jan. 15, 1929, and nearly 62 years after his historic “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963, Martin Luther King Jr.’s stirring words and writings remain as relevant and inspiring today as they were when he lived.Honor King’s lasting legacy by reading 15 of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s best quotes—some you may have heard already and some you probably haven’t—but all of them are worth repeating and contemplating as we celebrate equality, faith and the profound truths of his message. From MLK quotes about peaceful protests to more, here are 15 MLK quotes.1. “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.”2. “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”3. “Forgiveness is not an occasional act. It is a permanent attitude.”4. “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.”5. “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”6. “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'”7. “Never succumb to the temptation of bitterness.”8. “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”9. “We may have all come on different ships, but we’re in the same boat now.”10. “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.”11. “Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle.”12. “Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into friend.”13. “There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe, nor politic, nor popular, but he must take it because conscience tells him it is right.”14. “Let no man pull you so low as to hate him.”15. “In the end, we will remember not the word of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.”Read more at | www.parade.com/252644/viannguyen/15-of-martin-luther-king-jr-s-mostinspiring-motivational-quotes(Answers on page 16)DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.’S MOST INSPIRING AND MOTIVATIONAL QUOTES
SGBC | 13JANUARY 1ST—JANUARY 15THJANUARY 1ST—JANUARY 15THJimmie & Crystal Bunch Billy Sr. & Esther HathornMark & Ruth MadisonAlishia SmithConell JonesJuanita JonesKeiara Santiana GillumCraig BarneyCantrell DeloachAshley GriffinTanya KeysDerrius LewisDetrick MarshallLillian L. McConnellRobert Naylor Jr.Cornell NelsonKendrick Lashun ParkmanRobert L. AdamsDeirdre FairleyLatasha HayesMatthew B. JacksonLillie McNultyEric T. PendarvisDeborah A. Pinas BurnCynthia DavisChelsa Fairley-RichardsonTinesha HartfieldDennis McLaurinCharles StarksGregory WilsonCassandra BanksTenika CarterDezay D'Mario CooksShalunda BriscoeDarien HaynesKeelen JordanAsia JonesShalunda JonesIvory Brooks StallingsLogan WilsonKaitlin BanksAlexis McLeodYvonne Yvette ConeyJazmyne PolkNataliya MageeMark BoothLinda M. BournKatora CulpepperKeith McCullumDeon McKinesChastin ThorneLaWanda WattsDeana BeansLynn DanielsMary DuffDiana JonesAndrew JordanCarolyn LockeMadison PayneDanesha SteeleSakeitra TravisSantana BrownShawn CarterJulionna ClarkChina GaddisNyesha Danyel JonesZamia MartinMichelle Wilson StokesDontarius WalkerErvin BoltonJaKory JacksonWilliam Bridges Jr.Brandon KeysHaley Nicole SmithDaylen JacksonAllen L. Fails Jr.Rev. O.B. CooleyMichael DentKallion N. DismukeMonica GilmoreAlexis B. WilsonDayja McCoyShannon RogersMerttrue EllisMaurice HibblerKenneth HubbardMarcus JenkinsRobbie DavisBetty HarrisDarius GardnerZabriana Watts
SGBC | 14First Lady Joyce WoullardKinnady BarlowKelli DavisErnest Terrell LewisFlorieda MasonJacqueline McLemoreLasha PooleWilliam R. SpencerJarrod JordanD'Shawn TimmonsA'Keenan StrahanDea. Hardy Thorne Jr.Glinnis BainesReginald EllisMarcus Johnson Sr.Amber JordanChanel ConerlyZoe NelsonVincent D. ShanksDeAira BarberErin BoltonMarchello HoskinsPatrick LoveCourtney StancleElsa Jacqueline SylviaDemetrius AdamsEbbony AllenKatina HaywoodLumie BlackAlrissa JenkinsSashia FlukerCarolyn W. PattersonBrandi RobertsJacob LottAngela FordNaquin Deshun LewisVosch PriceNicole ShowersKimberly ThigpenDilon Donell BoothJanine BarnettLinda J. JacksonDanielle NicholsonTerrence Randall WilliamsAndrew WilsonJosh WoodsonShuna KnightMichelle GardnerRegina PaigeGeorgia CouncilNanisha DotyLetezia EdwardsCora JohnsonCarmen HathornJosiah HayesMichael A. RichardsonBrittany RussellKimberly SimmonsKimberly YarboroughSteven BrownKeith ClarkBrandon Jamal Sumrall Jr.Briana KeysTynesia BoltonIra Lamar McGilberry Jr.Johnathan Robinson Jr.Nennia WeathersbyCourtney AllenWillie BunchAmiya Denise CrowellJ. D. Dillon Jr.Brandie MackabeeImani StevenGladys TaylorDionna ThompsonRoderick TurnerBelivia FosterChristine HathornGeorgia B. Garner MartinTommie WareEsther HathornShanice RichardChris O'NealDonmorreya WatersElatsky Lenise WilsonJohn BarnesClarence HallAndrea JordanJohn LindseyRilla RyanKelsey Paulene BlalockKeren EllisLyncola FosterBertha GarnerLaura WilliamsonJANUARY 16TH—JANUARY 31STJANUARY 16TH—JANUARY 31STMarcus & Kourtney Jenkins Johnny E. II & Daisy McClure
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SGBC | 16• incredibly lucky to be alive.” — Kathy BatesRead more at: www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/a62700565/breastcancer-awareness-quotes1. D- Jeremiah is the longest book in the Bible in terms of word count, with over 33,000 words in the original language. Jeremiah has 52 chapters, 2. C - Solomon wrote one thousand and five songs, and also composed three thousand proverbs, describing plants and animals of various species. See 1 Kings 4:32-33.3. A - Obadiah, Philemon, Jude, 2 John, and 3 John are the 5 biblical books that have only 1 chapter each.4. A - Absalom also had long hair, like Samson. When he cut his hair, it weighed over 2kg. See 2 Samuel 14:26.NEW YEAR QUOTES FOR FRESH STARTS AND NEW BEGINNINGS IN 2026 New year, new beginnings! And the perfect time to motivate yourself for the year ahead with a positive outlook, which is why we have gathered all the best positive New Year quotes for you to share. And if you’re looking for short positive New Year sayings, we also have you covered.Now go ahead and browse through to find your favorite. The beginning is the most important part of the work.” –Plato Ring out the false, ring in the true.” —Alfred Lord Tennyson “The magic in new beginnings is truly the most powerful of them all.” – Josiyah Martin “Don’t be afraid to go out on a limb. That’s where the fruit is.” —Frank Scully “We are the authors of our destinies.” ―Nike CampbellFatoki “When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. When life is bitter, say thank you and grow.” —Shauna Niequist “Cheers to a gracious New Year. May we uphold the fullness of God’s grace, goodness and goodwill.” ―Lailah Gifty Akita “Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.” —Oprah Winfrey “Begin doing what you want to do now.” —Francis Bacon Sr. “Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings.” —Jonathan Lockwood Huie “Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man.” —Benjamin FranklinRead more at: www.routinelyshares.com/inspiring-positive-new-year-
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SGBC | 18SGBC NEWSLETTER ~ BIRTHED AUGUST 2020 ISSUE 1 ~ VOLUME 7 ~ JANUARY 2026Joyce HuntMary L. LeeSarah AllenYvette ConeyLeona WoullardLue DahmerAlbert BarnettJosie DavisDarlene DantzlerCelia GrantAngela ThamesDea. Chester HopkinsBettye Mott Linda Bourn Saroya Crowell-HarrisFelecia Robinson BrownReginald EllisPlease pray for: Rev. Gladys Thompkins and her family; her nephew, Al Pittman passed Melvin Miller and his family; his brother, Jonathan passed SICK HOME BOUND BEREAVEDNURSING HOMEWEEKLY SCHEDULEThe SGBC Newsletter is a publication of the Shady Grove Baptist Church. It is published once a month on the 1st of each month. Contact us at [email protected] Coleman, Publisher/EditorMary Dean Lee Kathy Wallace Joe Lee Jessica Hibbler Linda Bourn SUNDAYWorship Service - 7:45 am and 10:45 amSunday School - 9:45 am MONDAYDance Weekly - 6 pm TUESDAYSenior Citizen Luncheon 1st Week - 10 amWise Encouragers 3rd Week - 6 pm WEDNESDAYAdult and Youth Bible Study - 7 pm(Adult-Life Center; Youth-Sanctuary)Brotherhood Bible Study, 2nd & 4th Week - 6 pm Choir Rehearsal - 6 pmSisterhood, 2nd & 4th Week - 6 pm SATURDAYCorporate Prayer - 8 am Join by dialing 720-740-9642 access code 4402008 Boyz2Men Ministry 2nd & 4th Week - 11 am Girl Scouts 2nd Week - 11 amIron Sharpeners 2nd Week - 10 am Women In The Making 3rd Week - 11 am Witness 4th Week - 9 am (announced)Youth Ushers - 1 pm (quarterly)JANUARY1 New Year’s Day1-31 Dance Enrollment2 21-Day Fast Begins4 Installation of Officers6 Senior Citizen Luncheon12-13 In-Person Prayer19 Martin L. King Jr. Holiday21-22 Fasting Celebration Dr. Rudolph McKissick Jr. 22 Last Day of Fasting25 Baptism Baby Dedication25 GSD Recognition