Sermon by Pastor Bill Connell
"A Little Good News, Part 2"
from Selected Scriptures
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The Church
John MacArthur recently wrote these words about the Church: "Whatever misrepresentations there are in this world about the church, and whatever weaknesses exist within the true body, that doesn't diminish the Savior's commitment to His bride, nor does it derail His promises. There is no Plan B and there are no substitutes.
"By God's design, the church is the center of every believer's spiritual life. It is where we study, feed, grow, train, correct, comfort, partake in the ordinances, and minister to one-another. The church was given for our protection, instruction, discipline, and equipping. It is a lighthouse, greenhouse, hospital, classroom, and crucible. It is not an optional path among many, nor is it merely an aid to our spiritual life; it is central."
This is very much the view of Grace Bible Church, as well.
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Welcome Visitors!
If you are a first time visitor today, please know that we have been praying that you would come to worship with us. If you are also looking for a new church home, we would be delighted to tell you more about our church family. Please share your questions and comments with us. If there is anything we can do to make you more comfortable, please let us know.
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Prayer Opportunities
Family of the Week
Bill & Artie Wilkins
Missionary of the Month
New Beginnings Prison Ministry
Larry Hubbard
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Regular Services at Grace Bible Church
Sunday School for children and adults in the Fellowship Hall and the classrooms downstairs. The adults are currently being taught from 1 Samuel by Danny Toma, and the children are taught by Wendy James.
Every Sunday, 10:45 am:
Kids for the Lord Children's Church (through grade six) meets downstairs; Adult Worship Service is in the main auditorium; infant nursery upstairs for the little ones.
Every Wednesday for the Kids, 6:30-8:00 pm:
TeamKIDz meets in the Fellowship Hall for crafts, singing, games, and Bible study. Directed by Kelly McKee.
Every Wednesday for the Adults, 6:30-8:00 pm:
Bible study in the auditorium. Elder Kevin Godin is currently teaching a theological and biblical study entitled "The Doctrines of Grace." The study is followed by Prayer Meeting.
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Special Activities at Grace
Sunday, Nov. 7 - Communion Service
Tuesday, Nov. 9 - Elders Meeting
Saturday, Nov. 13 - Men's Prayer Breakfast at Fire Mountain
Sunday, Nov. 14 - Collection of shoe box gifts
Sunday, Nov. 21 - Thanksgiving Service, including dedication of Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes followed by delivery of shoe boxes to collection center in Dearborn, with lunch at a local restaurant afterwards.
Friday, Dec. 3, 7:00 - 9:30 am - Downriver Community Prayer Breakfast at Crystal Gardens, with speaker Dr. Ed Hinson. Tickets are $15.00, additional information on foyer bulletin board.
Friday, Dec. 10 - Annual Christmas Banquet
Sunday, Dec. 19 - Children's Christmas Program
Sunday, Dec. 26 - Christmas Service
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Kids for the Lord
We are still in need of several volunteers to sign up for our Prayer Partners program. If you can pray, then you are qualified and we NEED you! The purpose is to have someone, other than a parent or grandparent, praying for each of our kids in class. All that is required is a willing heart to pray regularly for the child you will be given and to occasionally send them a card or small gift letting them know you are praying for them. I cannot stress how important it is to make sure they received a physical token as a reminder of your prayers for them. If you would like to volunteer to be a part of this program, PLEASE sign up as soon as possible. We would like to assign all children by November 7.
Thank you!
Sandy McGlassion
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