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    The Durango Disciple

    October 5, 2014







































    The
    Durango Disciple
    Vol. 26, No. 39 October 5, 2014
    Open-Minded & Discerning
    In 1940, Professor Walter Kotschnig delivered a speech to a
    group of college students. He admonished them:
    Let us keep our minds open by all means, as long as that
    means keeping our sense of perspective and seeking an
    understanding of the forces which mold the world. But
    dont keep your minds so open that your brains fall
    out! There are still things in this world which are true and
    things which are false; acts which are right and acts which
    are wrong, even if there are statesmen who hide their
    designs under the cloak of high-sounding phrases.
    I also like the way G.K. Chesterton expressed the same advice,
    The point of having an open mind, like having an open
    mouth, is to close it on something solid. We do well to heed
    this advice regarding our understanding of Gods will.
    Being truth-seekers means we must be willing to question
    everything: every doctrine, every practice, every attitude and
    every tradition. Theres always a possibility we may have
    gotten it wrong. God is pleased when we, like the noble-
    minded Bereans, examine everything we hear to see if it
    conforms to Gods holy Scriptures (Acts 17:11).
    Yet, some have taken open-mindedness beyond the bounds
    of reason in Christianity. Theyre unwilling to take a stand for
    (or against) anything, because there are so many different ideas
    offered by religious people. God says thats how children
    think. God wants us to stand firm in His doctrine given by His
    apostles and prophets (Ephesians 4:11-15).
    Jess Simpson
    Durango, CO
    Study & Worship
    Schedule
    Sunday
    Bible Study 9:30 a.m.
    Worship 10:20 a.m.
    Afternoon Worship 1:30 pm.

    Wednesday
    Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
    The church of Christ meets at:
    2100 West 3
    rd
    Avenue
    P.O. Box 633 Durango, CO 81302
    (970) 247-0865
    Preachers
    Jess Simpson
    email: [email protected]
    Guy Orbison, Jr.
    email: [email protected]
    Mind Protein
    Find us online at http://www.churchofchristdurango.com
    Too often we underestimate the
    power of a touch, a smile, a kind
    word, a listening ear, an honest
    compliment, or the smallest act of
    caring, all of which have the
    potential to turn a life around.
    ~ Leo Buscaglia
    Let us hold fast the confession of
    our hope without wavering, for He
    who promised is faithful; and let
    us consider how to stimulate one
    another to love and good deeds.
    ~ Hebrews 10:2324

    Weekly Bible Reading
    Your word I have treasured in my heart, that I may not sin against You.
    Psalm 119:11

    Monday: Philippians 2 Isaiah 26-27
    Tuesday: Philippians 3 Isaiah 28-29
    Wednesday: Philippians 4 Isaiah 30-31
    Thursday: Colossians 1 Isaiah 32-33
    Friday: Colossians 2 Isaiah 34-36
    Saturday: Colossians 3 Isaiah 37-38
    Sunday: Colossians 4 Isaiah 39-40
    Know Your Bible Answer:
    It was NOT apostles, or financially supported evangelists. Acts
    11:19-21 tells us this congregation began through the efforts of
    the Jewish men & women who had been scattered from Jerusalem
    (cf. Acts 8:1-4). Its amazing what God can do through us!
    The Durango Disciple
    October 5, 2014




































    Whos Influencing Who?
    One of the struggles facing our ancient Colossian brethren
    was the constant barrage of negative influence from the non-
    Christians who lived around them. Perhaps you understand
    their plight and you know how difficult it can be to come to a
    new life in Christ while your family members, friends,
    neighbors, and co-workers choose to remain in the world. From
    the tone of Pauls letter, it appears the Colossians were
    allowing these negative influences to shake them in their faith.
    Certain doubts had crept in through what the non-Christians
    had been saying to them:
    Seemingly persuasive human philosophies were having an
    impact on their faith (Colossians 2:4-8).
    Jews were making them feel guilty for not holding to the
    Law of Moses (2:16-17).
    Pagans were making them feel insufficient by bragging
    about their alleged spiritual experiences (2:18-23).
    It was evident from their behavior this was affecting their
    ability to live the life Christ wanted for them (3:1-11).
    Its clear the Colossians were being influenced by the world.
    Paul wants them to see this differently. Not only should these
    Christians not allow the world to influence them, but they had
    great power and responsibility to change the worldso do we.
    Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making
    the most of the opportunity. Let your speech always be with
    grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know
    how you should respond to each person. (Colossians 4:56)

    Calendar

    October

    9-13Guy to speak at
    Linder Road Lectures
    14Preachers meeting
    22-25Guy to preach
    in Durant, OK
    26POT LUCK today

    November

    11Preachers meeting
    26Singing Night

    December

    9Preachers meeting
    11-15Guy to speak in
    West Yellowstone, MT

    2014 Theme:
    No Ordinary Family
    Prayer List
    Robert Watson Koben
    Puckett (paralyzed cousin of Joe
    & Jerry) ... Ruth Sutherlin
    Bob & Duane Green (Pat
    Bardins nephews) Pat
    Kennington (Marjories niece)
    Val (Arlindas sister; in chemo)
    Larry McKesson Sr. (chemo)
    Ruth Mortimer RosaLee
    Cundiff (degenerative disk)
    Laurie (Ray & Marys daughter;
    struggling in her faith) Jen
    Gustin (Jodis friend; thyroid)
    Mike Maner (Jons dad)
    Brothers in the military:
    Michael Ogle, Andrew Kays,
    Nathanael Harris

    Family Happenings
    Please remember Dorothy Dees
    and Pat Bardin as they travel
    abroad: Dorothy in her physical
    health, and Pat as her travel
    plans have changed.
    God has opened several doors
    for evangelism, both locally
    and with souls who live out of
    state. What a blessing that God
    chooses to use us to reach the
    lost. Your daily prayers for
    these souls are greatly
    appreciated, as well as your
    encouragement and hospitality.
    What a privilege we all have to
    introduce people to Christ!
    Jess Simpson
    Durango, CO

    Know Your Bible
    Who established the strong church in Antioch (Syrian), which later
    sent Paul on all his missionary journeys? Answer on back cover

    Sunday Morning Auditorium Class
    2 Corinthians 7
    Sunday Morning Sermon
    Dont Believe Everything You Hear
    Sunday Afternoon Sermon
    Speaking the Utterances of God Witness/Testify
    Wednesday Evening Auditorium Class
    Powerful Prayer Lives What Do We Pray For? (Part 4)

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