MAIN STREET BAPTIST CHURCH

          582 W. Main Street; Lexington, KY  40507

                         Pastor Victor G. Sholar                            

 To present every person perfect (mature) in Christ. Col. 1:28    

   2025 Theme:  “A Way Out of No Way”  Exodus 14:14 (NIV)   

                      Sunday, January 11, 2026       11:00 A.M.

Musical Prelude   

Call to Worship                             

We have come as the body of Christ to do Holy business for our King. We have come in troubled times, but we have high spirits.  We know the  Eternal One is still on the throne.  Saints, lift up holy hands, lift high your voices and praise the Sovereign One.  Mighty is our God, holy are His judgments, and He is altogether lovely.  Praise Him!  Praise Him!  Praise Him!    

Hymn            “Let All the People Praise Thee”   (printed)

Responsive Reading  (printed)

Prayer             

Grace Offerings                                                        Ushers

            Prayer/Doxology

Recognition of Visitors/Observations                     Pulpit

Prayer                                                                        Pulpit

Music Ministry                                          MSBC Music Ministry

SERMON                                                         Pastor Victor G. Sholar

The Period to Receive Those Whom The Lord Will Send

Benediction

Closing

DEACONS’ MINISTRY—Jan., 2026 – Team 1

                        “Let All the People Praise Thee”

O magnify the Lord with me,                                              

Ye people of His choice,

Let all to whom He lendeth breath 

Now in His name rejoice;

For love’s blest revelation,                                                  

For rest from condemnation,

For uttermost salvation, To Him give thanks.

O praise Him for His holiness,                                                        

His wisdom and His grace;

Sing praises for the precious blood  

Which ransomed all our race;

In tenderness He sought us, 

From depths of sin He brought us,           

The way of life then taught us, To Him give thanks.

Had I a thousand tongues to sing,  

The half could ne’er be told

Of love so rich, so full and free,                                          

Of blessings manifold;

Of grace that faileth never,                                                 

Peace flowing like a river,

From God the glorious Giver, To Him give thanks.

Chorus:

                        Let all (let all) the people praise Thee,                                          

                        Let all (let all) the people praise Thee,

                        Let all (let all) the people praise Thy Name

                        Forever and forever more, forevermore, O Lord!

                        Let all (let all) the people praise Thee,                                          

                        Let all (let all) the people praise Thee,

                        Let all (let all) the people praise Thy Name

                        Forever and forever more.

THANK YOU

Main Street Church Family,

Thank you seems like such a small thing to say but means a great deal.

This past year I have had my season of health challenges, and my Lord has been a healer, my strength and has kept my mind at peace and on Him.  Though I already know that I have more to face this year, I continue to trust in Him. I thank my church family for the many cards, phone calls, text messages but most of all the prayers.

I also want to thank you for the gift basket that was delivered. I truly love my church family and the love we have for each other.

Because of Christ,

Janet Burley

Main Street Family/Deacons Ministry,

Thank you so much for the pleasant surprise goodie bags we received.  You have always been so thoughtful and kind as you spread blessings throughout the congregation.  May the LORD continue to bless you as you bless others.

                                                Love in Christ,

                                                Howard & Pat Slaughter

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CHRISTMAS CARDS DISTRIBUTIONS – APPRECIATION

Special thank you to the committee who recently compiled, assorted, and distributed Christmas cards among our congregation. This allowed us to do this without the added cost of postage stamps.  Thank you for taking the time to provide this wonderful service.  God bless you greatly—as you have been a blessing to others.

Thank you again.

OFFERING ENVELOPES – Available

Church offering envelopes are available for pickup in the church vestibule or from the church office.  You still have the option of contributing in offering envelopes and/or online through our church website – mainstreet.churchtrac.com

WOMEN OF GRACE CONFERENCE—2026

Please see flyer in bulletin regarding the Women of Grace 2026 Conference and information letter from Sis. Trina Watson (Mt. Zion Baptist Church—Oak Ridge, TN). 

For those interested in attending, further detailed information—hotel info and registration form—may be picked up from the church office. Please be in prayer for this upcoming session.

Note:  For women who are interested in attending this conference, but will need transportation, please call the church office as   soon as possible.  This will aid in addressing this matter.

Thank you.

Sweet Hour of Prayer”—Prayer Meeting

Again, all are encouraged to meet this Tuesday for a special time of prayer for our church body.   Pastor Sholar has asked that we continue to gather at 12noon at the Chapel and assemble for one hour, uniting in prayer before the LORD.  We are blessed to know--and are assured--God hears and answers prayer—we want to be faithful to continue in prayer.   Please plan to attend.

BIBLE STUDY—– In-Person & Zoom Meetings

Please be mindful, Bible Study will now be held each Tuesday at 7pm both in-person at the Chapel and via Zoom.  Please join us.

Student Ministry – Bible Study

Children & Youth (ages 3-17) are encouraged to join us for Mid-Week Bible Study at 7pm each Tuesday in the Chapel.  This time of Bible include food, games, and fellowship.  Parents are asked to please Study will also have their young ones here for this blessed time of study.   If you have questions, please see Elder Thomas.

CHOIR REHEARSALS

To be resumed per directions from Bro. Rogers.

CARBON MONOXIDE MONITORS – Available

Families—especially senior adults—who are in need of a carbon monoxide monitor for your homes, may contact Dea. Les Moore.  He will be able to assist in this matter, as this is a safety feature that’s needed.

CHANGES IN NAME/ADDRESS

All persons who have had changes in your name and/or mailing address are asked to please forward this information to the church office.  This will aid in our end-of-year mailings.  Thank you.

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MLKing Jr. Breakfast Tickets - Available

Courtesy tickets (limited number) are available for persons who may wish to attend the annual MLKing, Jr., Unity Breakfast.  This event is Monday, January 19, 2026 (Central Bank Center).  Doors open at 7:30am.

For a ticket, please see Dea. Les Moore as soon as possible.

Pastor Victor G. Sholar

Sunday Morning Worship 1/11/26

Text:   Exodus 23:10-19

Title:  What Does the Lord Your God Require from You?

Sermon Series: Relationship Rules for People with                                Issues

Two requirements for the people of God:

I. Bless others as God has blessed you [vv. 10-13]

II. Bless God for His grace in saving you [vv. 14-19]

Responsive Reading for the Month of January 2026:

Catechism – a set form of questions and answers to teach the tenets of the Christian Faith:

Question: What is our only hope in life and death?

Answer: That we are not our own but belong, body and soul, both in life and death, to God and to our Savior Jesus Christ.

Question: Who is God?

Answer: God is the creator and sustainer of everyone and everything. He is eternal, infinite, and unchangeable in His power and perfection, goodness and glory, wisdom, justice, and truth. Nothing happens except through Him and by His will.

Question: How many persons are there in God?

Answer: There are three persons in the One true and living God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They are the same in substance, equal in power and glory.

   2026 Church Theme:

“Lord, show us Your Glory”

Ex. 33:18