Why I Deleted My Last Post

You may or may not know my last post generated a great deal of discussion. I am afraid much of it was for the wrong reason. I am thankful for some godly men whom God has placed in my life who offered loving rebukes and correction (Proverbs 27:6—Faithful are the wounds of a friend). After re-reading the post half a dozen times and listening to counsel I came to the conclusion that the tone of the post as well as some of the things I said were out of line and sinful.

I want to publically repent for over generalizing and making blanket statements about college students being irresponsible, self absorbed and not committed.

I love college students and I love the ministry God has given me to students. The truth is that at WFBC we could literally not function without the committed and deeply involved students who attend here.

I am deeply sorry for the hurt my words may have caused and ask for your forgiveness.

2 Timothy 2:24-25 says:

And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil, correcting his opponent with gentleness. God may perhaps grant them repentance leading to the knowledge of the truth

My hope is that my ministry would be characterized by these words. My deepest desire is that the people who God graciously allows me to do ministry with will love Jesus and hate sin. And I hope the same is true for myself.

Thank you and God Bless,

Vic

Eighteen Years: A Good Thing and God’s Favor

He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord. Proverbs 18:22

Tomorrow (September 7th) I will celebrate 18 years of marriage with my bride. Eighteen years ago she had the most incredible lapse of judgment--she said, "Yes" and made me the happiest man in the world. Eighteen years later and by God's overwhelming grace, it's simply gotten better and better.

We married in our hometown in the church she grew up in. I remember not being able to catch my breath when I first saw her that day and the past eighteen years have been filled with moments where she has taken my breath away. I still can't believe she said yes. And I'm convinced she's a Christian because she stays.

She is my best friend and the love of my life. We have laughed and cried and been amazed at God’s grace in our lives as he has blessed us with four amazing kids and friends and family who love and support us. I cannot imagine life without her. Everyday she is a walking, talking, encouraging, loving, caring, patient, and beautiful reminder that on September 7th, 1991 God showed me favor.

I love you Cynthia! Happy aniversery!

Small Group opportunities @ WFBC

Foundations: Sunday mornings @ 9:30 in the basement @ WFBC. We will be taking a look at the basic foundational truths of Christianity. Topics will include: What is the gospel?, The Bible is reliable, The Church, Character of God, and the Holy Spirit. Contact Pastor Vic 706-202-17

FIGHT CLUB: College Men’s Gathering: God calls us as men to fight the good fight (1 Timothy 6:12). This is a gathering that will help you do that. We will hear from some older guys in our church, spend some time in prayer and challenge one another to be men, fight sin, love Jesus and lead well. Tuesday nights @ 8:30 in the basement at WFBC

College Girls Bible Study: Wednesday nights from 6:30 to 8 pm beginning August 26 in the Sibley Home-- For directions use google maps or mapquest. Address: 1021 River Place, Watkinsville, GA 30677. You can also call Carla for directions at 706.310.0424. They will be working through “Crazy Love” by Francis Chan we have copies of the book for sale (see Carla)

Freshmen Girls Bible Study: Contact Emily Deans ejdeans@gmail.com (706) 338-7606

Truth Project: DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 12 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This home study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.

Two groups in two different locations:

Group 1: Tim Lehman & Celia Aikens---Thursdays 8:30 p.m. starting Sept. 3, 2009

2019 S. Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA 30606 (on the corner of

West Lake and Lumpkin in the 5 Points area)

Celia Aikens: cmakns@gmail.com (912)-670-0889

Tim Lehman: tplehmann@gmail.com (706)-410-1269

Group 2: Jon Alligood--Wednesday at 7:00PM

172 South Hampton Point in Pineview.

Limited to 12 people.

Jon Alligood: jonma68@uga.edu (770) 639 3273

Galatians In depth study of Paul’s letter to the church in Galatia and his amazing defense of the gospel. Three groups meeting in three different locations.

Group 1 Stephanie and Kimberly's small group (girls only): Thursdays 8:00 - 10:00 PM Polo Club Apartment 21 (110 International Dr. Apt 21)\

Stephanie Allen: sca1231@uga.edu, (706) 255-3594 Kimberly Lawrence: kmlawrence88@gmail.com, (770) 868-7727

Group 2 Chris Fitzgerald (co-ed) Sundays 6:00 – 8:00 PM 221 Concord Drive Watkinsville--30677

Chris Fitzgerald: Fitzgerald.Chris@epamail.epa.gov (404) 578-6246 Vic Doss: vicdoss@gmail.com (706) 202-1764

Group 3 Michael Woodall (guys only) Mondays 7:00 – 9:00 PM 142 Hunters Run Rd

Michael Woodall: mwoodall@uga.edu (706) 767-0021