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It is a trustworthy saying: if any man aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a good work. 1 Timothy 3:1 One of the greatest blessings Christ gives His church is godly leadership. The office of elder is not merely a position to be filled but a sacred calling entrusted to qualified men who shepherd God's flock through prayer, teaching, oversight, and personal example. Today, our elders will begin the formal examination of Ian Hix and Bill Malaney as candidates for the o

For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 3:13 Today we are ordaining three New Deacons to serve the body of Christ at GHBC. These three men, Michael Dance, Rich Hamilton, and Javier Owens, have been examined by the Elders and are men who meet deacon's qualifications. Today these men will be set aside to serve this body and to assist the Elders. The first mention of men se

The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost. 1 Timothy 1:15 One of the true marks of a follower of Jesus Christ is recognizing that we were wretched sinners before we were saved. In order to be saved we have to realize we need saving. When you were lost in our sins you might have had the attitude that you were really not that bad. I remember myself thinking and even saying, “Hey I