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
2026 Theme: “Lord,
show us Your glory” Ex. 33:18
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!
Responsive Reading (printed)
Prayer
Grace Offerings Ushers
Prayer/Doxology
Recognition of Visitors/Observations Pulpit
Prayer Pulpit
Music Ministry MSBC Music Ministry
SERMON Elder Isaiah Thomas, II
The Period to Receive Those Whom The Lord Will Send
Benediction
Closing
Elder Isaiah Thomas
Title: Problems in the Pews
August 30, 2026
James 4:1-6
Outline: Two Divisive Sins Which Threaten the Church’s Unity
I. The Sin of Wars Among Us vs. 4:1-3
A Cause of Wars vs. 1
B Consequences of Wars vs. 2-3
II. The Sin of Worldliness In Us vs. 4:4-6
A Worldliness Refuted vs. 4
B Worldliness Rebuked vs. 5
C Worldliness Remedied vs. 6
“And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed
you with knowledge and understanding…” Jeremiah 3:15
Celebrating our God-given Pastor:
Pastor Victor G. Sholar
16th Year Anniversary - 2026
First Lady Sis. Athena Sholar
September 20, 2026
11:00 A.M.
(Details from Anniversary Committee to be given.)
“Student Bible Study is Back!
Both Adventure Club (ages 3 to Elementary age) and Anchor Bible Study (Middle-High school) return this Tuesday--September 15th at 7PM. For more information and to register, visit the church website: MSBClex.com or see Elder Isaiah Thomas II”
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.
CHOIR REHEARSALS
Resumes on Wednesdays at 7:00pm in the main sanctuary. Asking all choir members—and persons interested in joining this ministry—to please be present. Bro. Marion Rogers, Min. of Music
Sunday School Teachers’ Meetings – 2026
Correction of time below:
Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – Chapel lower auditorium
Sept. 9 Sept. 23
FELLOWSHIP WORSHIP SERVICES
Pastor Sholar is invited to preach at revival services on Thursday, September 17, at 7pm at Bethsaida Baptist Church. All are welcome to attend this time of worship and fellowship—our choir is also asked to sing.
Address: 3700 Tates Creek Road
Lexington, Ky 40517
THE 180 GROUP will be meeting on Friday Sep 11, at 6:30pm in the Main Street Chapel. All members and those who wish to be a part of this young adult group are welcome to attend. For any questions, please contact the Church Office.
THE BROTHERHOOD will meet on Saturday, Sep 19th in the Chapel, 9-11am. All men are encouraged to join us for this time of instruction and fellow-ship.
(Please note the week change.)
LaComedia Dinner Theatre
Christmas Fellowship
MSBC Senior Adults Ministry
Delicious dining and Broadway-style live entertainment — La Comedia is Southwest Ohio's best value in live theatre! Since opening in 1975, La Comedia's "Taste of Broadway" has entertained millions, providing the perfect atmosphere to celebrate any occasion. Located in Springboro, conveniently between Dayton and Cincinnati.
Dinner & Transportation Cost: $90.00
"Santa Claus: The Musical"
and "The Gift of Christmas"
December 5, 2026
Two joyous musicals for the price of one!
This unique Christmas celebration concludes with our traditional rendition of “O' Holy Night.”
Payments may be given to:
Sis. Bernita Taylor, Sis. Vi Doty, Sis. Pat Slaughter, or Mother Barbara Barber.
Join us for this time of food, fun, and fellowship.
Main Street Baptist Church
Online Giving Directions
Below please find the directions that will allow you to do online giving.
OR
Enter: MSBClex.com
- 1. Click on links (at the right top)
- 2. Click give online
- 3. Create an account (email address and password)
- 4. Login with your new account information
- 5. Enter the amount of your donation
- 6. Click enter
- 7. Select the fund
- 8. Slide the “help cover card fees” statement to the left
- 9. Set up payment (s) method
- 10. Select your payment source
- 11. If you have multiple donations; click “add another donation”
- 12. Select the fund and payment source
- 13. Click done
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sis. Mary Twitty at 859-300-4075 or Deason Les Moore.
Responsive Reading for the Month of August, 2026
Catechism – a set form of questions and answers to teach the tenets of the Christian Faith:
Question: What sort of Redeemer is needed to bring us back to God?
Answer: One who is truly human and also truly God.
Question: Why must the Redeemer be truly human?
Answer: That in human nature He might on our behalf perfectly obey the whole law and suffer the punishment for human sin; and also that He might sympathize with our weaknesses.
Question: Why must the Redeemer by truly God?
Answer: That because of His divine nature His obedience and suffering would be perfect and effective; and also that He would be able to bear the righteous anger of God against sin and yet overcome death.
2026 Church Theme:
“Lord, show us Your glory” Ex. 33:18