Evansville, IN

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Floyd E. Turner

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December 2017

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Thank you for keeping great Christian music, and God’s Word on the radio. “Lives changed by the application of God’s Word through music and ministry”

The Best GiftAs we enter into this final month of 2017, many of us are searching for that special gift to give this Christmas. Whether it is for a family member, a best friend or a co-worker, it is often dif-ficult to find that perfect gift. We spend time looking at sale flyers, watching Ebay or Craigslist for ideas, and sometimes resort to not-so-subtle hinting with questions like “what do you want for Christmas?” With some of them, the problem is compounded by the fact that they really don’t need anything and have already bought anything they want (yes, men, I know who we are.)

When you stop for a moment, you realize that in our rush to give that perfect gift we might be overlooking something…or rather someone…God! Here He is, the one who started it all with the gift of His only Son that first Christmas, and we are leaving Him out. I know, it’s hard to give someone who truly does “have it all” an appropriate gift…but years ago I found out what God wants more than anything…is YOU!

In his second letter to the Corinthian church (II Cor 8:5), the apostle Paul talked about the Macedonian Christians and how, even in their poverty they overflowed with generosity. Their secret? Paul shares it in verse 5: ….but they gave themselves first to the Lord, and then, by the will of God to us…

You see, once you have truly given your will, your desires, your needs, your goals, your plans…the list goes on, but you get the idea…you are truly becoming more like Him. You’ll notice that the list doesn’t necessarily include material possessions….sometimes it’s easier to give that than to yield ourselves to Him. But once we have given ourselves to Him, we begin to enter in to the Macedonian mindset, that is, giving “according to their means…and beyond their means!”

So as we prepare for Christmas, let’s be sure we first give ourselves to the One who gave us everything, holding nothing back! Then let’s ask Him to direct us in our gifting to be His hands, showing His love and grace to someone this Christmas season. I believe it will make this the best Christmas ever!

Merry Christmas,

11/8 – Celebrating their 48th wedding anniversary and their 4 wonderful grandchildren by Michael and Cindy Kolb

12/7 – In memory of their daughter, Donna Voges on the anniversary of her birth by Tom and Laura Fritz

12/10 – In memory of Doug Scudder by his wife, Glenda

12/11 – In memory of Norma Wiscaver, on her birthday, by Denny and Cheryl Wiscaver

12/21 – In memory of Rev. Andrew Paris, Sr., by Jim Jaquemai, on his homegoing day

12/25 – Celebrating Christmas Day by Jesus Christ Our Firm Foundation Church of Petersburg

12/25 – In memory of Claudine and Adélaide Cutchin by Larry and Lisa Hite

Special Gifts:In memory of Dave Skillman’s mother by Agape Sunday School Class of Little Prairie Christian Church

In loving memory of husband, Kenny, by Janet Woolsey

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What’s Happening

Norris, IL

New Website!Check out our new website design at thyword.org! Links for new streaming mobile apps are on the front page. The website is still a work in progress and we will continue to add new features.

Making online donations is available for those wanting to make end-of-year gifts. Remember, if you mail your donations, they must be postmarked on or before December 31st.

Wheels for the World Update:

All the collected wheelchairs – 150 plus - were delivered to Clifton, Tennessee to be refurbished. Here are a few pictures of the loaded semi. Thanks to Rick Barton, Bill Turner, Ben Smith, Floyd Turner and Randy Chagle for loading the chairs, walkers and crutches; and thanks to Walt’s Drive Away for help with delivery!

Listener Letters

Shoals – I just want to thank you for all that you do. But above all, I thank the Lord for the blessings upon my family for this is a season of Thanksgiving. May the Lord cover and protect you and your staff at Thy Word Network.

Huntingburg – I very much enjoy Dr. David Jeremiah’s radio talk show in the morning and the praise music throughout the day!

French Lick – I really appreciate Thy Word Network, especially the wide variety of speakers. Thanks for all you do and trusting God will richly reward you.

Newburgh – Enjoy the teaching and National Christian Choir, also appreciate the gospel songs and contemporary music mix.

Grayville – We have been and continue to be truly blessed over these many years through your selection of programming. You have remained true to sharing God’s Word through speakers and music as well as your outreach in the tri-state community. Praying you remain true to this mission for many years to come.

Petersburg – It is a pleasure to help spread the Gospel with Thy Word! Keep up the good work.

Evansville – You are a bright spot in our day. It is so nice to have you in our home and car. Thank you for all you do.

Haubstadt – We listen all the time and pray that God will keep changing hearts through His Word.Evansville – Thankful for all of you and your willingness to bring the Gospel to us!

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given...”

- Isaiah 9:6-7

Children’s Art Contest Entry Form

This December, Thy Word Network is giving away fun prizes for kids of all ages. For your chance to win, just complete the picture on the other side of this page and mail it to:

Thy Word Network PO Box 4164 Evansville, IN 47724

There are four age categories in this contest, and three entries from each category will win a gift. The age group categories are 0 - 3 years, 4 - 6 years, 7 - 9 years, and 10 - 12 years.

Rules:

• Only one entry per child.

• If more than one child per household wishes to enter the contest, photocopies of the drawing may be made (or download a copy at thyword.org). Please include a name, address, phone number and age for each entry.

• There can be only one winner per household.

• Entrants may use crayons, markers, watercolor paint, glitter pens, cloth, or anything else they like to fill in the details and color the picture. Be creative!

• Deadline for this contest is Friday, December 15, 2017. Entries must be postmarked by this date.

Entries will be judged largely based on creativity. Winners will be notified by mail and posted on our website at www.thyword.org.

Entry Information

Name:

Parent/Guardian:

Address:

City/State: ______________________________________ ZIP:___________________

Phone: _________________________________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________________ Age: ____________

All entries become property of Thy Word Network and Music Ministries, Inc.