September 26, 2021

There are times when the desire is well intended, it is unfortunate when the results are mean spirited.  Such is the case with the letter that is being sent to the members of the church.  The Apostle Paul advises the church to “Let all things be done decently and in order: (1 Cor. 14:40).  When there are differences of opinion, the Bible is quite clear on how to affect a resolution.  “Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: (Isaiah 1:18a).  Even now this Pastor and the members of the Deacon Board say to those who feel the need, “come let us reason together”.  My purpose here is to speak to those members who have been negatively affected by the contents of the letter.  Hear what the Lord Jesus has to say to us: ‘Let not your heart be troubled:  ye believe in God, believe also in me.” (John 14:1)  Your faith in  God and trust in the Lord Jesus has made you overcomers.  What do you see and what do you hear? “And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you; And to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake.  And be at peace among yourselves.” (1 Thess. 5:12-13)

A big “God bless you” to those persons who put together a wonderful Church Anniversary program.  What a awesome anniversary Friendship.  Thank you for all you do in the service of the Master.

 Be blessed as you continue in Him.

Rev. J. Amos Jones

September 19, 2021

ROM THE PASTOR’S DESK September 19, 2021 On today we celebrate eighty-one years of God’s faithfulness.  In the year of 1940, an itinerant preacher, some farmers and domestics, were led by God to establish a church in the Four Corners community.  From a very humble beginning, through some very turbulent times, God has been faithful.  Hear the word of the Lord: “Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase” (Job 8:7).  There have been some difficult days, but through them all Friendship Church has prevailed.  The wise man, Solomon, tells us: “if thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small” (Proverbs 24:10).  Adversity can be useful.  It shows you who you really are, what kind of character you have developed.  We thank God for His perpetual presence.  This Pastor has been blessed to build on the faithful works of those who have gone before us.  To God be the glory for what has been done, what we are doing now, and what shall be done.  

Dear ones, I do indeed believe that our best years are before us.  Our Heavenly Father has a purpose for us being here at this time and at this place.  He has a program and we are His instrumentality.  This Pastor believes that we will go away from this eighty-first Church Anniversary with the words of Jesus ringing in our hearts:  “I must work the works of Him that sent me, while it is day:  The night cometh when no man can work.” (John 9:4)  Terre are souls to be saved, backsliders to be reclaimed, weak Christian’s to be made strong, songs to be sung, and sermons to be preached.  Need I remind you, “Now is the acceptable time; behold, now is the day of salvation” (2 Cor 6; 25).

Pastor J. Amos Jones  

September 12, 2021

On Saturday September 18, 2021 the FMBC Annual Barbara Dillard Senior Luncheon will be held in the  Denver Miller Fellowship Hall.  Seniors, this is a time for fine food, and fellowship.  As a senior, I am reminded of something Eliphaz said to Job.  Yes, I know that God rebuked Eliphaz for being wrong in his advice to Job (Job 42:7), not all he said was in error.  Eliphaz said when a person pleases God “Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in his season” (Job 5:26).  Seniors, I will see you at the luncheon!

On Sunday, September 19, 2021, we (the Friendship family) will celebrate church anniversary eighty-one.  How faithful our Heavenly Father has been.  He has allowed this Pastor to serve as your leader for forty-eight of the eighty-one years.  To God be the glory!  We have had a fulfilling journey and the best is yet to come.  Dear ones, it’s the people. This church is, and has always been blessed with wonderful people.  Sister Mae Ola McKinley Dogan would remind us to get our Anniversary Envelope and give one dollar for each year we celebrate, (Precious memories).

Hurricane Ida reared thru Louisiana on Sunday August 29, 2021, with a destructive force that caused extensive damage.  Friendship will partner with McGee Chapel M.B.C. in receiving donations.  You can bring water, paper goods, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, and the  list goes on.  Bring your donations as soon as possible and be blessed in the process.

Pastor  J. Amos Jones

We would like to share our history and reflections for our 81st Church Anniversary. We will be reading some of the reflections received on the program. Please respond no later than September 12th. Click on the link below to participate.

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