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WORSHIP SERVICE HOURS

Sunday School @ 9:30 AM

Worship Service @ 10:45 AM



Our adult programs....


Man2Man -- Join us the first Saturday of each month for breakfast.  We meet at 10 AM to enjoy a meal, a time of study and prayer.

LADIES BOOK OF THE MONTH CLUB -- We are currently reading the "Mitford Series" by Jan Karon.  We meet the second Monday of the month at 7 PM.  We enjoy a wonderful time of sharing, praying and caring for each other. 

DINNER WITH A PURPOSE, our  church membership class, is offered each quarter.  We meet, usually at 5 PM and enjoy dinner, discuss our church's history and doctrinal statement.  We have a time for questions and answers.  Babysitting is provided when needed.  Contact Pastor Dave if you are interested in church membership at 347-6440.


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My Child,

You may not know me,
but I know everything about you.
Psalm 139:1

I know when you sit down and when you rise up.
Psalm 139:2

I am familiar with all your ways.
Psalm 139:3

Even the very hairs on your head are numbered.
Matthew 10:29-31

For you were made in my image.
Genesis 1:27

In me you live and move and have your being.
Acts 17:28

For you are my offspring.
Acts 17:28

I knew you even before you were conceived.
Jeremiah 1:4-5

I chose you when I planned creation.
Ephesians 1:11-12

You were not a mistake,
for all your days are written in my book.
Psalm 139:15-16

I determined the exact time of your birth
and where you would live.
Acts 17:26

You are fearfully and wonderfully made.
Psalm 139:14

I knit you together in your mother's womb.
Psalm 139:13

And brought you forth on the day you were born.
Psalm 71:6

I have been misrepresented
by those who don't know me.
John 8:41-44

I am not distant and angry,
but am the complete expression of love.
1 John 4:16

And it is my desire to lavish my love on you.
1 John 3:1

Simply because you are my child
and I am your Father.
1 John 3:1

I offer you more than your earthly father ever could.
Matthew 7:11

For I am the perfect father.
Matthew 5:48

Every good gift that you receive comes from my hand.
James 1:17

For I am your provider and I meet all your needs.
Matthew 6:31-33

My plan for your future has always been filled with hope.
Jeremiah 29:11

Because I love you with an everlasting love.
Jeremiah 31:3

My thoughts toward you are countless
as the sand on the seashore.
Psalms 139:17-18

And I rejoice over you with singing.
Zephaniah 3:17

I will never stop doing good to you.
Jeremiah 32:40

For you are my treasured possession.
Exodus 19:5

I desire to establish you
with all my heart and all my soul.
Jeremiah 32:41

And I want to show you great and marvelous things.
Jeremiah 33:3

If you seek me with all your heart,
you will find me.
Deuteronomy 4:29

Delight in me and I will give you
the desires of your heart.
Psalm 37:4

For it is I who gave you those desires.
Philippians 2:13

I am able to do more for you
than you could possibly imagine.
Ephesians 3:20

For I am your greatest encourager.
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

I am also the Father who comforts you
in all your troubles.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4

When you are brokenhearted,
I am close to you.
Psalm 34:18

As a shepherd carries a lamb,
I have carried you close to my heart.
Isaiah 40:11

One day I will wipe away
every tear from your eyes.
Revelation 21:3-4

And I'll take away all the pain
you have suffered on this earth.
Revelation 21:3-4

I am your Father, and I love you
even as I love my son, Jesus.
John 17:23

For in Jesus, my love for you is revealed.
John 17:26

He is the exact representation of my being.
Hebrews 1:3

He came to demonstrate that I am for you,
not against you.
Romans 8:31

And to tell you that I am not counting your sins.
2 Corinthians 5:18-19

Jesus died so that you and I could be reconciled.
2 Corinthians 5:18-19

His death was the ultimate expression
of my love for you.
1 John 4:10

I gave up everything I loved
that I might gain your love.
Romans 8:31-32

If you receive the gift of my son Jesus,
you receive me.
1 John 2:23

And nothing will ever separate you
from my love again.
Romans 8:38-39

Come home and I'll throw the biggest party
heaven has ever seen.
Luke 15:7

I have always been Father,
and will always be Father.
Ephesians 3:14-15

My question is…
Will you be my child?
John 1:12-13

I am waiting for you.
Luke 15:11-32

Love, Your Dad
Almighty God

 

Visitor information

You are always welcome at our church.

What to Expect
Parking is adjacent to Lakeview Bible Church.  If our lot is full, you may park in the lot across the street at the ball diamonds.  There are two entrances to Lakeview Bible Church.  If you come in the front entrance, through the glass doors and then the double doors, you will enter the front of the auditorium.  You may want to go down the stairs to your right and enter through our fellowship area to the left. There is also an entrance directly into the fellowship area from the parking lot.  You will go up a couple of stairs direcly in front of you. 

You will be welcomed and directed to the worship center by one of our greeters. Children from birth through 4 years old may go directly to our nursery facility which is always staffed with two screened workers.  Children in kindergarten through 4th grade will be dismissed during our Worship time to attend our Children's Church program.  Both the nursery and Children's Church are held downstairs.  There are coloring pages and crayons available on the counter in our fellowship center to help keep little hands occupied.

As you enter the auditorium you will receive a bulletin telling about the variety of activities available at Lakeview. After being seated, please take a moment to complete the Friendship Card.  Please keep the pen as a reminder of your visit to Lakeview.  At 11:00 our worship time begins with a praise song and you will then be engaged in Christ-centered, worship and an application-oriented study of God’s Word.

Following the worship service we invite you to invest some time meeting others.  Coffee, ice water and punch is available after services.  Please enjoy a cup with us and get to know us better.
What to Wear
At Lakeview we focus on the heart more than on the outward appearance. When you come to one of our services, you will find people dressed in a wide variety of styles from as casual as jeans or shorts to as formal as suits and dresses. However, most people find themselves somewhere in the middle--most often wearing business casual. We do ask that people wear clothing that keeps the focus off of self and on Jesus Christ.
When to Arrive
We recommend arriving at least 10 minutes early in order to park, find your way into the worship center, and be prepared to worship. If you have children, arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of the worship service in order to provide sufficient time for them to be settled into their classroom(s).
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fled-logo-250x145.jpgWhat we offer to our future young adults

Youth Group meets twice each month on Sunday evenings.  We meet to encourage each other to take a stand for the right things, to study the Bible, and to HAVE FUN!  Every month we try to have at least one special event.



For more information call Pastor Dave (347-9793) or Mike Christina (347-5783).


Lifehouse Everything Drama



(from www.godtube.com )


Dive by Steven Curtis Chapman
(from www.youtube.com)







Healing Rain by Michael W. Smith
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Strong Tower by Kutless
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ADULT BIBLE STUDIES


MAN2MAN

Our men meet the first Saturday of each month @ 10 AM.
They enjoy a delicious breakfast, usually prepared by Pastor Dave, and
then spend time discussing God's Word and praying.



LADIES BOOK CLUB

We are currently reading the "Mitford Series"
by Jan Karon.  We meet the second Monday evening of each month @ 7 PM.
We enjoy a wonderful time of sharing, caring, discussing and praying.

Please plan to join us -- even if you aren't a reader!
 

Vacation Bible School

Every year we have a BLAST at Vacation Bible School.  This year was no exception.  We traveled back in time to the Middle Ages.  The girls were Princesses and the boys were princes -- and they behaved as such.  The children worked hard to memorize their verses.  They were generous with their change and we raised $169.08 for orphans in Zambia.  They also brought "tons" of food for Lakeview's "Helping Hands" food pantry ministry.

Pastor Dave worked hard and put together a great DVD.  We hope you enjoy watching!







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BEGINS OCTOBER 7, 2009


@ 6:30 PM

Coached By Christ (CBC) meets every Wednesday October through March.  We meet at Lakeview Bible Church (1651 Avenue Q, Carter Lake, IA).  CBC is for children 4 years old through 6th grade.  CBC is a Scripture memorization program and is designed to help children hide God's Word in their hearts.

Children earn points throughout the year for memorizing verses, bringing friends, wearing a CBC shirt, bringing their book, Bible and dues (50 cents), and attending Sunday school.  At the end of the year, we convert points into CBC "dollars" and the children get to spend their money at the CBC store.

Every Wednesday evening the students enjoy: 
learning more about the Bible, Jesus and how Jesus wants us to live;
playing games;
eating snacks;
earning prizes;
seeing friends; and
having LOTS of fun. 


morgan_allie_and_meredith.jpgOur program is directed by Patty Kousgaard.  Games are led by Willie Kousgaard.  Pastor Dave teaches a short lesson each week. 

If you need a ride call  the church at 347-6440 or our van ministry (Kousgaards) at 347-6464.  

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Cinderella by Steven Curtis Chapman

This is a poignant reminder to daddys to spend time with their precious girls.  You may access this video on www.youtube.com.






Make a Movie by Dan Seaborn

Typically, kids love to be on video.  I’ve found they get even more excited when they get to do the taping.  Plan a time when you are doing something special and surprise your kids by asking them to go along and video tape the action.  Don’t worry if they get you in the middle of the frame, just let them have fun.  You might not win $10,000 on “America’s Funniest Videos” but you’ll definitely enjoy your time sharing a bowl of popcorn as you watch the video together. 
 
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If you don’t have a video camera  you can purchase an inexpensive disposable camera and allow your children to take pictures. After developing the photos,  work together on a scrapbook to tell the story of the special event.

Matthew 18:5 ......"And whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name welcomes me"



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VBS COIN WAR 2009 -- We raised $170 to support Zambian orphans
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Worship is a celebration!

Every Sunday we meet to celebrate our love for the Lord and thank Him for His saving grace.  Whether you are looking for a church home or planning a visit to the area, we invite you to join us to worship Christ through music and proclamation of the Word of God.

SUNDAY SERVICES
9:30 AM - Sunday school
Sunday school classes are available for everyone from birth - 102


Nursery Care is provided during our Sunday school hour.


10:45 AM - Worship Service
Our worship is a blend of traditional and contemporary. 
We sing several praise songs and hymns each Sunday.
After our time of praise in song, children (K-4th grade)
are dismissed to our Children's Church program



ADULT GROUPS


MAN2MAN

Our men meet the first Saturday of each month @ 10 AM.
They enjoy a delicious breakfast, usually prepared by Pastor Dave, and
then spend time discussing God's Word and praying.
LADIES BOOK CLUB
Our ladies will meet to discuss the book of the month. 
We are currently reading The Mitford Series by Jan Karon.
We meet the second Monday of each month @ 7 PM.
After a time of discussion, we spend precious time sharing and praying for each other.

All ladies are encouraged to read the book and come prepared
to discuss it...and enjoy a time of fellowship and prayer.
We hope that you will join us!





Here I am to Worship
 

Nursery Care

Nursery facilities and staff are available for during Sunday school, worship services and special programs.  Our nursery is located downstairs close to the facilities and church kitchen. 

Our nursery staff has attended safety training and consented to background checks.  We always schedule 2 nursery workers during our morning worship service.

Age appropriate toys are provided.  Children may attend the nursery until they are ready for children's church. 


 
Cinderella by Steven Curtis Chapman

This is a poignant reminder to daddys to spend time with their precious girls.  You may access this video on www.youtube.com.




NEVER STOP MAKING PANCAKES

Six -year-old  Brandon  decided one Saturday morning to fix his parents pancakes. He found a big bowl and spoon, pulled a chair to the counter, opened the cupboard and pulled out the heavy flour canister, spilling it on the floor. 

He scooped some of the flour into the bowl with his hands, mixed in most of a cup of milk and added some sugar, leaving a floury trail on the floor which by now had a few tracks left by his kitten.

Brandon  was covered with flour and getting frustrated.. He wanted this to be something very good for Mom and Dad, but it was getting very bad. 

He didn't know what to do next, whether to put it all into the oven or on the stove and he didn't know how the stove worked! Suddenly he saw his kitten licking from the bowl of mix and reached to push her away, knocking the egg carton to the floor.. Frantically he tried to clean up this monumental mess but slipped on the eggs, getting his pyjamas white and sticky. 

And just then he saw Dad standing at the door. Big crocodile tears welled up in  Brandon  's eyes.. All he'd wanted to do was something good, but he'd made a terrible mess. He was sure a scolding was coming, maybe even a spanking. But his father just watched him. 

Then, walking through the mess, he picked up his crying son, hugged him and loved him, getting his own pyjamas white and sticky in the process!

That's how God deals with us.. We try to do something good in life, but it turns into a mess. Our marriage gets all sticky or we insult a friend, or we can't stand our job, or our health goes sour.

Sometimes we just stand there in tears because we can't think of anything else to do. That's when God picks us up and loves us and forgives us, even though some of our mess gets all over Him.

But just because we might mess up, we can't stop trying to "make pancakes" for God or for others. Sooner or later we'll get it right, and then they'll be glad we tried.  NEVER stop "making pancakes!!"



The Price of Children

 Here is something absolutely positive for a change. The government recently calculated the cost of raising a child from birth to 18 and came up with $160,140.00 for a middle income family.  Talk about price shock!  That doesn't even touch college tuition.

 But $160,140.00 isn't so bad if you break it down.  It translates into:
* $8,896.66 a year,
* $741.38 a month,
* $171.08 a week.
* A mere $24.24 a day!
* Just over a dollar an hour. 


Still, you might think the best financial advice is: don't have children if you want to be 'rich.' Actually, it is just the opposite. 

What do you get for your $160,140.00?
* Naming rights. First, middle, and last!
* Glimpses of God every day.
* Giggles under the covers every night.
* More love than your heart can hold.
* Butterfly kisses and Velcro hugs.
* Endless wonder over rocks, ants, clouds, and warm cookies.
* A hand to hold usually covered with jelly or chocolate.
* A partner for blowing bubbles and flying kites.
* Someone to laugh yourself silly with, no matter what the boss said or how your stocks performed that day.

 For $160,140.00, you never have to grow up. You get to:
* finger-paint,
* carve pumpkins,
* play hide-and-seek,
* catch lightning bugs,
* never stop believing in Santa Claus. 

You have an excuse to:
* keep reading the Adventures of Piglet and Pooh,
* watch Saturday morning cartoons,
* go to Disney movies, and
* wish on stars. 

You get to frame rainbows, hearts, and flowers under refrigerator magnets and collect spray painted noodle wreaths for Christmas, hand prints set in clay for Mother's Day, and cards with backward letters for Father's Day. 

For a mere $24.24 a day, there is no greater bang for your buck. You get to be a hero just for:
* retrieving a Frisbee off the garage roof,
* taking the training wheels off a bike,
* removing a splinter,
* filling a wading pool,
* coaxing a wad of gum out of bangs, and
* coaching a baseball team that never wins but always gets treated to ice cream regardless. 

You get a front row seat in history to witness the:
         * First step,
         * First word,
         * First date,
         * First time behind the wheel. 

You get to be immortal. You get another branch added to your family tree, and if you're lucky, a long list of limbs in your obituary called grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  You get an education in psychology, nursing, criminal justice, communications, and human sexuality that no college can match.  In the eyes of a child, you rank right up there under God.  You have all the power to heal a boo-boo, scare away the monsters under the bed, patch a broken heart, police a slumber party, ground them forever, and love them without limits, so one day they will, like you, love without counting the cost.  That is quite a deal for the price! 
Love & enjoy your children & grandchildren & great-grandchildren!

It's the best investment you'll ever make!!!!!!!!!
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