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Vol. 44 November 19, 2019 Number 45
Learning “ONE” Lesson on Gratitude
Barry Kennedy
There are many great Bible lessons that involve “one.” The flood account in
Genesis 6-8, emphasizes the number one repeatedly. One man (Noah) found favor
in God’s eyes (Genesis 6:8). He built one ark (Genesis 6:14-16). One wood, door,
and window.” No one could help but to see the emphasis on one with Noah. What
about Jesus? He is the one Sacrifice, Savior, Son. Paul wrote to the brethren at
Ephesus mentioning the significance of one. “There is one body, and one Spirit,
even as also ye were called in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one
baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all, and through all, and in all”
(Ephesians 4:4-6). We should never forget the great works that God has done for
mankind. Considering all those many blessings should promote an attitude of
gratitude; however, many still fail to understand the need for gratitude.
Jesus taught the need for gratitude with ten lepers, whom He healed (Luke
17:11-19). Jesus and His disciples were passing through the borders of Samaria and
Galilee, when ten men infected with the dreaded disease of leprosy cried, “Jesus,
Master, have mercy on us” (Luke 17:13). They knew that they were not allowed to
approach anyone who was not leprous, so they stood afar off (Leviticus 13:45, 46).
No one could be cured from this dreaded disease, in those days, without divine
intervention. These men were desperate and pleaded with the Lord to show them
“mercy.” Sadly, there are people who only see their dependence upon the Lord
when they are faced with a situation that is out of their control?
Jesus, without hesitation said, “Go and show yourselves unto the priests”
(Luke 17:14). This was a commandment under the Law of Moses (Leviticus 13:2-
46; 14:2-32). The priests would declare them clean or unclean. Jesus knew that
these men were unclean, and His compassion was going to make them whole. As
they went on their way all ten were cleansed of their leprosy and that is where the
lesson on gratitude is made known. Only one turned back and shouted, “glorifying
God; and he fell on his face at His (Jesus’) feet, giving Him thanks:” (Luke 17:15,
16). Jesus pointed out the obvious, “Were not ten cleansed? but where are the
nine?” (Luke 17:17). Only the “stranger” (i.e. Samaritan) was truly grateful. No
doubt, the Pharisees would be taken back with the fact that a Samaritan (considered
lower than a dog to the Jews) was the one who made the proper response. Can we
imagine not being eager to say thank you if we were healed from an incurable
disease?
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ELDERS
Mike Childers..............397-6453
Dennis Hallmark .........255-5557
Mark Hitt.....................322-0917
Bobby Lindley.............260-9193
DEACONS
Wade Bryan.................419-5552
William Harris.............416-8149
Ricky Lindsey .............255-8136
Jeff Mansel..................871-0357
Jimmy Spearman.........840-8957
Michael Wilson ...........891-0891
PREACHER
Barry Kennedy ... (931)787-7108
SECRETARY
Renee Childers
Office...........................842-6116
Fax...............................842-7091
E-MAIL
eastmaincoc38804@gmail.com
WEB PAGE
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SUNDAY SERVICES
Worship....................... 9:00 a.m.
Bible Classes............. 10:15 a.m.
Worship..................... 11:15 a.m.
Singing or Devotional
Last Sunday of the Month
MID-WEEK
SERVICES
Wednesday Classes .....7:00 p.m.
EAST MAIN CHURCH OF CHRIST
1606 East Main Street
P. O. Box 1761
Tupelo, Mississippi 38802
“Thou shalt observe to do all that they inform thee”
(Deut. 17:10)

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In this account Jesus makes a statement that is
often overlooked. “Arise and go thy way: thy faith
hath made thee whole” (Luke 17:19). Is it not
interesting how that Jesus mentioned the faith of the
leper only after his display of gratitude? Faith is,
without a doubt, a necessity.
By faith Enoch was translated that he should
not see death; and he was not found, because
God translated him: for he hath had witness
borne to him that before his translation he had
been well-pleasing unto God: and without
faith it is impossible to be well-pleasing unto
him; (Hebrews 11:6 ASV).
Enoch pleased the Lord by his faith and so the Lord
translated him. The opposite of Enoch’s faith is
displeasure to God. Sin is a divider, separating us
from God’s providential care and fellowship (Isaiah
59:1, 2; Proverbs 15:29). According to what Jesus said
to the thankful leper, connecting faith and gratitude,
we cannot be pleasing unto the Lord without being
grateful.
The next time we start thinking that we do not
owe anyone anything; we would do well to remember
some of those lessons learned by one. One Bible,
inspired by one Spirit, teaching one gospel about the
one salvation (cure for sin) is offered to the whole
world because of the love of God. We are all awaiting
a sentence of death, but Jesus offers the gift of life
(Romans 6:23). Are we truly thankful for that gift?
The gratitude of that one leper was an expression of
his faith. How faithful we are is shown by the
gratitude we display. We all should remember that
ingratitude leads to apostasy (Romans 1:21).
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Sr. Youth Activity
The Senior Youth are invited
to a “Friendsgiving” this
Sunday, Nov. 24 at 5:00 p.m. at
Andy & Stephanie Baldwyn’s
home. A food list is posted in
the foyer beside the tract rack.
Monthly Family First
Fellowship
The next monthly Family
First Fellowship will be held this
Sunday, Nov. 24 from 8:15-8:45
a.m. in the multipurpose room
before worship services. Every-
one in the congregation is
invited to come and enjoy 30
minutes of fellowship getting to
know your brothers & sisters in
Christ better. (Light breakfast
food will be provided.)
Visitation Team #4
Visitation Team #4, Dennis Hallmark’s team,
will meet this Sunday, Nov. 24 in the multipurpose
room following services at noon. Please see Debbie
Hallmark for what to bring for lunch.
New Email
The previous email account used by East Main
has been compromised! The new email account is
eastmaincoc38804@gmail.com. Please make a
note of this. We were able to transfer the contacts
from the old email account. However, if you are
not receiving the bulletin via email now and would
like to, you may turn your email into the office and
we will add you to the list.
Wednesday Thanksgiving
Prayer & Praise
Next Wednesday,
Nov. 27 our evening
Bible study will be a
little different. Like last
year, everyone will be
asked to stay in the
auditorium for a period
of Scripture readings,
prayers, and songs.
Please make plans to be
here!
John Duke stationed in Long Beach, MS
Caleb Williams stationed in Iraq
Rob Cross & family stationed in South Korea

3. Daily Bible Reading
November 20............................................Acts 27-28
November 21..........................................Romans 1-3
November 22..........................................Romans 4-6
November 23..........................................Romans 7-8
November 24........................................Romans 9-11
November 25......................................Romans 12-16
November 26..................................1 Corinthians 1-4
Birthdays &
Anniversaries
Birthdays: Shirley Lyons (Nov. 21), Lee
DuBois (Nov. 23), Debbie Hallmark (Nov.
23), Sydney McMickin (Nov. 24), Tammy
Minor (Nov. 24), Eli Rushing (Nov. 26), Rodney
Voyles (Nov. 26). Anniversaries: Jimmy & Brenda
Spearman (Nov. 20), Howard & Robin Tindall
(Nov. 20), Dean & Kristie Webb (Nov. 20), Jeff &
Natalie Mansel (Nov. 22), Kyle & Summer Smith
(Nov. 22), Shawn & Jean Mounce (Nov. 26),
Our Sick
Mike Ratliff & Diane Dickerson are home
recuperating from recent surgeries. Glen Coleman,
Ashley Davis’ father, was to undergo tests Monday.
He has nodular melanoma. Gary Geno, Marlon &
Gail’s son, had a pacemaker put in last week. Kyle
Smith’s dad, Jerry, underwent foot surgery last week.
On-Going Illnesses
Pete Barber, Mary Lou Walden, Jean Mounce,
Steve Kelly, Frankie Estes, Donny Dulaney, Adam
McCurley, Mary Jordan, Bretta Robinson, James
Goddard, Bill Goff, Leroy Brown, Jadon Parish, Jerry
Smith, Mitch Maclean, Mary Starz, Sheba Tuggers,
Ruby Clark, Homer Smith, Don Blackwell, Brenda
Williams, Jill Rice, Ann Letteri
Nursing Homes
Evelyn Willis, Nancy Haywood, Randy Attaway,
Shirley McCarthy, Mary Southern, Veona Harris,
James Nichols
Home Devotional
In what chapter of the Bible do you find?
Qualifications of elders/deacons............1 Timothy 3
Good marriage ............................................ 1 Peter 3
Ascension of Christ......................................... Acts 1
Ananias and Sapphira ..................................... Acts 5
Aquila and Priscilla....................................... Acts 18
List the books of the Old Testament:
Genesis Isaiah
Exodus Jeremiah
Leviticus Lamentations
Numbers Ezekiel
Deuteronomy Daniel
Joshua Hosea
Judges Joel
Ruth Amos
I Samuel Obadiah
II Samuel Jonah
I Kings Micah
II Kings Nahum
I Chronicles Habakkuk
II Chronicles Zephaniah
Ezra Haggai
Nehemiah Zechariah
Esther Malachi
Job
Psalms
Proverbs
Ecclesiastes
Song of Solomon
List the divisions of the Old Testament:
❖ Law (5)
❖ History (12)
❖ Poetry (5)
❖ Major Prophets (5)
❖ Minor Prophets (12)
Can you tell a Bible story from the
following picture?
Outreach Item for November: Soap

4. Men to Serve Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019 a.m.
Announcements................................. William Harris
Bible Reading............................................Sam Hood
Opening Prayer ............................ Rommie Dilworth
Lord’s Supper
Terry Kingsley & Clinton Kingsley
Serve Congregation, East Side:
Eddie Simmons, Rodney Voyles, Jackson Voyles
Serve Congregation, West Side:
Hugh Scribner, Greg Lyle, Britton Smith
Lead Singing..............................................Mark Hitt
Closing Prayer...................................... Paul Blansett
Ushers ...................Jason Dickinson & Eric Barnette
Please meet in the library by 8:45 a.m.
Sunday Afternoon
Opening Prayer ............................... Robert Kingsley
Closing Prayer.......................................Wesley Bass
Lead Singing........................................ Kent Nichols
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
Prayer................................................Jacob Kennedy
Lead Singing......................................Hugh Scribner
Contact Ricky Lindsey (255-8136) if unable to serve.
The elders kindly request that men leading in public
worship wear the best dress clothes they have.
Greeters ...................................Marlon & Gail Geno
...............................Greg & Keisha Gholston
Prepare Lord’s Supper—November .................Mike
& Renee Childers
Nursery (1st
worship)...................Tammy & Sarah Minor
(2nd
worship)....... Kim Johnson & Felicia Stanford
Pantry........................................................ Dry beans
Attendance & Contribution
Mid-Week, 11-13-19............................................133
Sunday 1st
Worship, 11-17-18 .............................184
Sunday Bible Class ..............................................193
Sunday 2nd
Worship.............................................171
Contribution (budget $7,900)..........................$5,705
The youth of East Main invite our
Senior Saints
(age 60 and above)
To a holiday luncheon prepared in your honor on
Sunday, Dec. 8th
Immediately following worship services at noon in the multipurpose room.
Please sign the list on the bulletin board across from the library if you plan to attend.