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Deuteronomy 18: 9-14

When we see a “Danger Ahead” street sign, we know we will not necessarily be endangered if we proceed, but we should proceed with caution. So, when it comes to Halloween, there are aspects of it that are harmless, but there are some real spiritual dangers surrounding this holiday. Therefore, we should engage, if we choose to, but always aware of the serious dangers present and avoid these aspects. We should allow scripture and not society dictate how and if we get involved with Halloween.

Mark 4: 35-41

The early church was known to use an anchor as a symbol, and we know that because images of anchors have been found in the catacombs. The catacombs were sometimes used as places for Christians to gather during times of persecution. Obviously, these believers were in the midst of a storm, in the sense they were hiding for their lives. Perhaps, the anchor image was inspired by Hebrews 6:19, which says, “This hope we have as an anchor for the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast…” Likewise, when we are going through a storm we too need an anchor for our soul- and one we know is going to hold.

I Corinthians 4:14-21

Back in my day, most movies and TV shows portraed fathers as bumbling idiots. However, there was one sitcom series entitled, "Father Knows Best," which showed a typical midwestern American family, with a father who was steady, competent and very wise. This father truly did know what was best! Today, we will look at another kind of Father, i.e. a spiritual father! Specifically, we will look at the apostle Paul and how he dealth with his "spiritual children" in the church at Corinth.

I Corinthians 4:7-13

After the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013, they used the slogan “Boston Proud”. Since then, other cities experiencing a catastrophe have inserted their name and referred to themselves as “Any City Proud.” I can see how that would unify moral for the people, but God says He hates pride. Pride is putting ourselves, other people, or other things on the pedestal that only Jesus should be on. So, the only thing a Christian should be proud of is our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Jesus proud!!

South Park Baptist Church