Sunday Bulletin, March 14, 2010

Sermon by Bill Connell, II

"Gospel Economics: The Parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin"

Scripture: Luke 15

Next Sunday, Pastor Bill continues the series on the parables with

"The Parable of the Lost Sons, Part One," from Luke 15.

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Guest Speaker

Our guest speaker again this morning is Bill Connell II, oldest son of our pastor and his wife Nancy. Bill, wife Kelly, and children make their home in Van Buren Township. Bill is a deacon in his home church, Berean Baptist, in Livonia, and has been doing extensive study in the parables for some time.

Last week, Bill led us in a study of the parables of the leaven and mustard seed. These parables teach us that within the professing Church throughout the world, there are many people who are not actually children of God by faith. As a result, the Church should remain faithful in preaching the Gospel.

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The Doctrines of Grace

At some point in our studies, all Christians must struggle with the concepts of God's perfect standard for our lives, and our relationship to Him as sinners. If salvation is by grace through faith alone, then what are we required to do, if anything? Why so some believe and others do not? What does the Bible mean when it speaks of election and predestination? How does the free will of humans relate to God's sovereign control and plan?

If you or someone you know is interested in, or struggling with these issues, we invite you to our Wednesday night class beginning March 24 at 6:30 pm. Under the direction of Kevin Godin, we will examine each of the major Christian positions on these and related issues, dealing with the Grace of God in saving us, and we will evaluate each of them, based upon a study of the biblical passages used to support them.

Recognizing that these can be confusing and controversial topics to study, we will examine them at a pace that allows for questions and input from the class. We sincerely hope you'll join us and that you'll invite others to this time of study.

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Regular Services at Grace Bible Church

*Every Sunday, 9:45 am:
-Sunday School for all ages in the Fellowship Hall & Classrooms

*Every Sunday, 10:45 am:
-Kids for the Lord Children's Church, Grades 1-6, Downstairs
-Adult Worship Service in the main auditorium
-Infant Nursery Upstairs
-Toddlers & Pre Schoolers Downstairs

*Every Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 pm:
-Team KIDz for grades 1-6 in the Fellowship Hall
-Adult Bible Study & Prayer Meeting, in the Signs of Life Room Upstairs
-Infant Nursery Upstairs

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Special Activities at G.B.C.

*Today, 9:45 am:
New Members Class, taught by Wayne Sourbeck, prospective members welcome

10:45: Special Guest Speaker, Bill Connell II

6:00 pm: Flock meeting at the home of Wayne & Linda Sourbeck. Facilitated by Tom Gabbert on the Gospel of John.

*Tuesday, March 16, 7:00 pm:
Elders Meeting

*Wednesday, March 17, 6:30 pm:
Craig McGlassion concludes his study on the life of Samson

*Tuesday, March 23, 6:30 pm:
Our church hosts Southgate Right to Life in the Fellowship Hall. RTL Field Representative Michelle Burke will show a Powerpoint presentation entitled "The Life of a People," and Acting President Lynn Bolton will lead discussion on maximizing pro-life influence in our community.

*Wednesday, March 24, 6:30 pm:

New Bible Study begins, "The Doctrines of Grace" with teacher Kevin Godin. Held in the Signs of Life Room.

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Prayer Opportunities

Family of the Week
Serge & Galle Dale & Family

Missionary of the Month
Larry & Virginia Hubbard - New Beginnings Prison Ministry