Lifeline Christian Mission Meal Pack Event
You and your family have a chance to help pack 15,000 meals to be sent to other countries on Saturday, May 17, at 9:00 am! All ages are welcome to volunteer! Sign up in the Lobby today!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Belmont is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, May 8, 2:00-7:00 pm.
Tap the button below to schedule your donation!
Belmont Basics—The Gospels, 9:00 am in The HUB
Whether you are new to Belmont or have been part of our community for years, this group helps you further your understanding of the Christian faith and connect with others on your spiritual journey. Each time together will consist of discussion and study of The Gospels. Tap the button below to join the group!
Opportunities to Serve
Looking for a way to serve at Belmont? Check out the Serve Board in the Lobby! If you see a team you are interested in serving with, fill out the card and turn it in at the Connect Table.
Ways to Give
We currently have two ways that you can give to Belmont. They are:
Online: www.belmontchristian.org
Worship: cash or check placed in the offering boxes
You may also mail checks to 1500 Peppers Ferry Road, Christiansburg, VA 24073
Children’s Ministry
Belmont Kids (K-5th Graders) and Belmont Preschool (Nursery-Preschool) are available during both worship services.
Belmont Kids Small Groups (K-6th Grade)
Tonight, 6:00-7:30 pm!
Bodybuilders (7th –12th Grade)
Tonight, 6:00-7:30 pm!
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Message Notes:
“A Close Encounter”
13 Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14 They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. 15 As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; 16 but they were kept from recognizing him. 17 He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?” They stood still, their faces downcast. 18 One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?” (Luke 24:13-18)
25 He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 26 Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” 27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself. (Luke 24:25-27)
Lessons From A Close Encounter
- Jesus wants to join you on your journey.
19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20)
- Jesus wants us to know more about him.
27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself. (Luke 24:27)
28 As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. 29 But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. 30 When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. 31 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. 32 They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” (Luke 24:28-32)
- Jesus waits for us to invite him in.
20 Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. (Revelation 3:20)