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On Sunday mornings we serve coffee and donuts at 9:15 before Sunday School. We also have Wednesday evening Bible study where small groups can get together to study God's word, draw closer to God and encourage one another. To find out more about what you can expect on a Sunday, please see our guests page.

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You Are Very Important to God

“And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. And behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich.” Luke 19:1-2

In Luke nineteen we read the story of a man named Zaccheus, who was a publican. Now, the publicans were tax collectors, and most of them were crooks; and it is doubtless that Zacchaeus was one of these crooks. But Zacchaeus sought to see Jesus as He passed through his town. Because he was a small fellow and could not see over the crowd, Zacchaeus ran ahead and climbed a tree in order to see Jesus. When Jesus passed by, He looked up and saw Zacchaeus and said to him, “… Zacchaeus, make haste, and come down; for today I must abide at thy house” (verse 5). And Zacchaeus came down and said, “… Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken anything from any man by false accusation, I restore him fourfold” (verse 8). Jesus said to him, “… This day is salvation come to this house … For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost” (verses 9-10).

Zacchaeus Meets Jesus
Now, Zacchaeus doubtless thought that he was not very important to anyone except to himself, and he was out for number one. But he was very interested in this man named Jesus, and he was in for the surprise of his life. I'm certain that three thoughts jumped into the mind of Zacchaeus as Jesus spoke to him in verse five:
“He sees me.” Jesus looked up into the tree.
“He knows me.” He called Zacchaeus by name.
“He wants me.” Jesus asked to go to his house.
Did you know you are very important to God? Let that sink into your heart. The Lord sees you. He really sees you. He knows all about you, and He wants you. Have you ever thought about the fact that He loves us one by one? Even the very hairs of our heads are numbered.
There’s no need to be out on a limb without Him. Zacchaeus was out on a limb, but oh, thank God, Zacchaeus found Jesus, but only because Jesus found Zacchaeus.

The Faith of Zacchaeus
Now, how did Zacchaeus come to know the Lord? I want you to notice his faith.
He had an intelligent faith. Verse three says Zacchaeus “sought to see Jesus Who He was.” Zacchaeus wanted the truth about this man Jesus. It's not enough for you to have a passing relationship with Jesus; you need to see Who Jesus Christ really is.
He had an experiential faith. Being a Christian is not just intellectually believing things about the Lord; it is receiving the Lord. You are not saved by the plan of salvation, you are saved by the Man of salvation; and His name is Jesus. Zacchaeus knew more than facts about Jesus, Jesus went home with him.
He had a transforming faith. When a man like Zacchaeus starts talking about giving away his money (verse 8), perk up your ears because something has happened! This doesn't sound like Zacchaeus; it sounds like Jesus. His life was changed. No longer was Zacchaeus a money grabbling, penny pinching, dishonest, crooked skin flint.

The Grace of God
He had been transformed by the grace of God. Do you know the grace of God? It is a saving grace. Zacchaeus was saved not only from hell, he was saved from his sin. The Bible says in Matthew 1:21, “… thou shalt call his name Jesus: for He shall save His people from their sins.”
It is a sustaining grace. The Scripture says that Jesus went home with Zacchaeus. That is illustrative of the fact that Jesus Christ abides within our hearts.
Finally, it is surviving grace. Jesus is able to keep Zacchaeus, and we will someday see him in heaven.
That same grace is available to you. When Jesus Christ comes into your life; He will save you, abide with you, and keep you for eternity.
Friend, let me tell you something: if you're out on a limb without Him, one of these days, the devil is going to cut that limb off from behind you, and you're going to find yourself under the sod without God — lost — forever lost.
But you are important to God. He sees you, knows you, and wants you. You don’t have to stay out on a limb without Him.

From Adrian Rogers - Love Worth Finding

Lord, Grant Me the Strength Marine's Prayer
"Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of Thy presence and obedient to Thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me agains dishonesty in purpose and deed and helping me to live so that I can face my fellow Marines, my loved ones, and Thee without shame or fear. Protect my family.
Give me the will to do the work of a Marine and to accept my share of responsibilities with vigo and enthusiasm. Grant me the courage to be proficient in my daily performance. Keep me loyal and faithful to my superiors and to the duties my Country and the Marine Corps have entrusted to me. Help me to wear my uniform with dignity, and let it remind me daily of the traditions which I must uphold.
If I am inclined to doubt, steady my faith; if I am tempted, make me strong to resist it; if I should miss the mark, give me courage to try again.
Guide me with the light of truth and grant me wisdom by which I may understand the answer to my prayer."
First Baptist Church of Sarcoxie
101 N 17th St
Sarcoxie Mo 64862
417-548-3990
info@fbcsarcoxie.org
Pastor Sam Wilson
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Come join us for one of our services.
Sunday morning:
9:15 Fellowship, coffee and donuts.
9:45 Sunday School
10:50 Morning worship
Sunday evening:
6:00 Evening worship
Wednesday evening:
6:30 Solid Rock Cafe
7:00 Bible study & Prayer Group

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But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 
1 Corinthians 15:57 (NKJV)
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First Baptist Church of Sarcoxie
101 N 17th St
Sarcoxie Mo 64862
417-548-3990

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