Sunday Bulletin, March 28, 2910

Sermon by Pastor Bill Connell:
"The Parable of the Lost Sons, Part 2: The Religious Son"
Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Many people think that the father in the famous Parable of the Prodigal Son had two very different sons; the one, a good for nothing, debauched loser of a younger son, and the other, a disciplined, supportive, and faithful older son.

In fact, rather than being two very different sons, they had two very different sins. Lad week, we rejoiced to see the younger son return home to the presence of his father, where Dad experienced unmitigated joy. Today, we look at the situation with the older son, and learn a very different lesson!

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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 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 Narthex

-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

*Tonight, 6:00pm:

Flock meeting continuing the study of the Gospel of John, facilitated by Tom Gabbert. Held at the home of Bill & Artie Wilkins.

*Wednesday, March 24, 6:30 pm:

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

*Friday, April 2, 7:00 pm: Special Good Friday observation in the main auditorium

*Sunday, April 4 - Easter!

Sunday School will be replaced with a time of fellowship. Easter Breakfast will be served in the Fellowship Hall beginning at 9:35 am.

*Tuesday, April 20, 7:00 pm:

Elders Meeting

*Saturday, April 24:

Men's Prayer Breakfast

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Kids for the Lord

Just a note to let parents know that your children will be singing on Easter morning. Since there will be no Kids for the Lord class that morning, the children will be dismissed to sit with their parents or grandparents following their songs. Also, a final rehearsal will take place on Saturday, April 3, 11:00 am here at the church. We hope your child can be here.

Thank you,

Your Kids for the Lord Leaders

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Prayer Opportunities

Family of the Week
Virginia Latimer

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