Sundays Are Special
R. Dean Miller

Did you know that before 1933 it was illegal to play professional sports on Sunday in Pennsylvania? A law had to be changed before the Pittsburgh Pirates (renamed the Steelers in 1941) and the Philadelphia Eagles joined the National Football League. Anybody remember the "blue laws?" There was a time when most all stores were closed on Sundays. No liquor sales, either. Back then there was something special about Sunday. Times have changed. The world has changed. Sundays aren't so sacred any more. It's a sad commentary on our culture.

The truth of the matter is that there is something special about Sunday, the first day of the week. It's not the Sabbath. There is no "Christian Sabbath" in the Bible. Sunday is the day of Christ's resurrection from the dead (Matt. 28:1). So, fittingly, this is the day His disciples gathered to observe the Lord's Supper (1 Cor. 11 :23-29; Acts 20:7), remembering His death.

There is nothing more important on Sundays than gathering with others and worshiping God. Absolutely nothing! The world at large may not agree. Some people may make choices that reflect a different view. But what could be more important than worshiping God? I compliment everyone who comes to worship each week. There are other things you could do. Your choice speaks volumes about yours spirituality.

What Can I Do?
Preston Faulkner

You have heard it said, "What can I do?" Many say, "I cannot teach in public, pray in public or serve at the Lord's table because of nervousness, etc." But there is something you can do. Think about it. You be your own judge. What can I do?

You can visit the sick in hospitals, those who miss worship, and newcomers. Maybe you can help a brother in need – build up and edify the brethren. There is always work to be done on the church building and the yard. The building is always needing small repairs, painting, cleaning up; sometimes you may see things that need to be done that have gone unnoticed by others. Do the small things and give God the glory that you are able to do them.

How many have stooped over to pick up an unsightly piece of paper in the building or the parking lot? This is a small thing but it still has to be done by someone. The church building is ours – it is our meeting place. However, it belongs to God and we are just using it. We can all take pride in seeing that our meeting place looks nice. If the little things are done, the big things will come along and will take care of themselves. We can all use the talents that we have to glorify God even in accomplishing what we may consider are just "little things."