Daniel 6:1-10 New Living Translation
Daniel in the Lions’ Den
1 Darius the Mede decided to divide the kingdom into 120 provinces, and he appointed a high officer to rule over each province. 2 The king also chose Daniel and two others as administrators to supervise the high officers and protect the king’s interests. 3 Daniel soon proved himself more capable than all the other administrators and high officers. Because of Daniel’s great ability, the king made plans to place him over the entire empire.
4 Then the other administrators and high officers began searching for some fault in the way Daniel was handling government affairs, but they couldn’t find anything to criticize or condemn. He was faithful, always responsible, and completely trustworthy. 5 So they concluded, “Our only chance of finding grounds for accusing Daniel will be in connection with the rules of his religion.”
6 So the administrators and high officers went to the king and said, “Long live King Darius! 7 We are all in agreement—we administrators, officials, high officers, advisers, and governors—that the king should make a law that will be strictly enforced. Give orders that for the next thirty days any person who prays to anyone, divine or human—except to you, Your Majesty—will be thrown into the den of lions. 8 And now, Your Majesty, issue and sign this law so it cannot be changed, an official law of the Medes and Persians that cannot be revoked.” 9 So King Darius signed the law.
10 But when Daniel learned that the law had been signed, he went home and knelt down as usual in his upstairs room, with its windows open toward Jerusalem. He prayed three times a day, just as he had always done, giving thanks to his God.
Prayer
Weekly Prayer Request
Michelle Bush, The Conduff Family, Marcia Dangerfield, Janice Dwyre, Rick & Mary Harmon, Janna Hinton, Kelly Hinton, Keith Neireiter, Maridee Neireiter, John Ramsey, The Samuels Family, The Squires Family, Susan Short, Marge Steinich, and The Sutton Family.
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Announcements
Grace Tuxedo Park Neighborhood Organization: will be meeting here today, November 18, 2024 @ 6:30 p.m. Please see Oma Barger for more details.
Bread & Word: Food Pantry and Clothing Center will be open this Thursday, November 21, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m., and on the following Thursdays: 12/5/24, and 12/19/24.
Thanksgiving Meals: We are sponsoring Thanksgiving meals for 30 families in need. These meals will be available for pickup on Monday, November 25, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 p.m. For more details, please see Carol Munoz.
Thanksgiving w/ the Smiths: Pastor Eddie and his family will be preparing and hosting Thanksgiving dinner for our church family on next Sunday, November 24, 2024, immediately following the morning worship service. We invite you to stay and fellowship with us!
TPBC Board Opening: Are you interested in joining the 2025 Board of Directors? If so, please speak with Pastor Eddie. You must be a tithing member in good standing.
Hanging of the Greens: Will be on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. A continental breakfast will be provided. Please come out and help decorate your church.
2024 Annual Business Meeting: Will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2024, immediately following morning worship.
Christmas Eve Service: Will be on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner and festive activities. Please come and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with us.
Clothing Center
The Clothing Center is seeking donations for any of the items listed below. Gently used items are acceptable. Bolded items are sorely needed.
Laundry Detergent
Bath Towels
Blankets
Pillowcases
Sheets
Children’s Winter Boots
Children’s Winter Coats (sizes: 3-18)
Men’s Boxer Shorts (size: L and 2X)
Men’s Sneakers (size: 9-12)
Men’s Jeans (waist size: 32-38)
Men’s Jeans (waist size 30-32)
Men’s Long Sleeved Tee Shirts (sizes: small and medium)
Men’s Winter Boots
Women’s Tennis Shoes (sizes: 8-9 ½)
Women’s Winter Boots
Boost & Ensure Empty Bottles
Sweat Pants
2024 Monthly Fellowship Calendar
The following is a list of our monthly fellowship events:
- Christmas Eve Dinner: Tuesday, December 24, 2024.
