SUNDAY
10:00 AM Worship & Teaching - Pastor Bob Lawrenz
Message: Acts 6:1-15 - "That Good Part"
Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:27-31
One of Luke’s purposes in writing the book of Acts is to tell the story of the remarkable growth of the church in the years after Jesus left the earth and sent his Spirit to empower his people.
This week, Acts chapter 6 illustrates the continuation of Jesus’ ministry through His followers, particularly in how they address the church's needs, face opposition, and stand firm in their faith. Stephen’s ministry, mirroring that of Jesus, includes performing wonders and miracles, facing false accusations, and demonstrating a calm and divine presence amidst persecution.
Acts chapter 6 is historically and theologically significant because it establishes structural church leadership and marks the transition from local ministry to global persecution. The chapter details how the early church navigated cultural conflict by delegating authority, leading directly to the rise of Stephen, the first Christian martyr.
Acts 6:5 introduces a faithful man of God named Stephen: “a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit.” Stephen was one of the seven men chosen to be responsible over the distribution of food to widows in the early church after a dispute arose and the apostles recognized they needed help. He was also "full of God’s grace and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people" (Acts 6:8). Opposition arose, but the men who argued with Stephen were no match for the wisdom given him by the Holy Spirit. So, the men decided to falsely accuse Stephen, labeling him a blasphemer and having him arrested (Acts 6:11-14).
This week, Acts chapter 6 illustrates the continuation of Jesus’ ministry through His followers, particularly in how they address the church's needs, face opposition, and stand firm in their faith. Stephen’s ministry, mirroring that of Jesus, includes performing wonders and miracles, facing false accusations, and demonstrating a calm and divine presence amidst persecution.
Acts chapter 6 is historically and theologically significant because it establishes structural church leadership and marks the transition from local ministry to global persecution. The chapter details how the early church navigated cultural conflict by delegating authority, leading directly to the rise of Stephen, the first Christian martyr.
Acts 6:5 introduces a faithful man of God named Stephen: “a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit.” Stephen was one of the seven men chosen to be responsible over the distribution of food to widows in the early church after a dispute arose and the apostles recognized they needed help. He was also "full of God’s grace and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people" (Acts 6:8). Opposition arose, but the men who argued with Stephen were no match for the wisdom given him by the Holy Spirit. So, the men decided to falsely accuse Stephen, labeling him a blasphemer and having him arrested (Acts 6:11-14).
TUESDAY
10:00 AM Ladies Prayer & Bible Study - Summer Break Thru July
Attention Ladies!
We are looking into the lives of 10 women in the Bible. They may have lived a long time ago, but we find ourselves facing many of the same issues they faced. Through their trials and experiences, we see how God works in our lives daily to shape us, heal us, encourage us and grow us as we follow Him.
Men's Prayer is a time for men to come together in fellowship, and pray for those in need, though all are welcome. If you are in need of prayer and would like the men of this church to do as James 5:14 says, please do come!
"Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord."
10:00 AM Church Workday - All Are Welcome!
Lend a Helping Hand!
Church workdays are scheduled on the FIRST and THIRD Saturdays of every month, from 10 AM through lunchtime.
Church cleanup days are organized to maintain a hygienic, welcoming, and safe environment for worship, ensuring the facility is clean for services. Serving together builds our church community, fosters a sense of ownership, and serves as an act of stewardship to maintain the facility that God has so graciously provided us. Whatever God gives us to do, we do it as unto the Lord.
Please consider helping to keep the building up. Maintaining this 1856 building is a service to the Lord.
We are looking into the lives of 10 women in the Bible. They may have lived a long time ago, but we find ourselves facing many of the same issues they faced. Through their trials and experiences, we see how God works in our lives daily to shape us, heal us, encourage us and grow us as we follow Him.
God has given us 10 commandments. There are over 8 billion people on the planet, and we all struggle with those same commands. There really is nothing new under the sun (1 Corinthians 10:19).
As we look at the role these women played in telling God's story, I pray that God will meet us where we are and inspire us to grow in His grace and knowledge, that we too would be an example to others.
Please consider joining us each Tuesday morning as we magnify the Lord together, study the scriptures, pray for one another and enjoy the blessing of Christian fellowship.
As
a contemporary of Isaiah and Hosea, Micah prophesied during the
momentous years surrounding the tragic fall of Israel to the Assyrian
Empire (722 BC), an event he also predicted (Micah 1:6).
Micah stated in his introduction to the book that he prophesied during
the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah in Judah, failing to mention
the simultaneous string of dishonorable kings that closed out the
northern kingdom of Israel.
During this period, while Israel was imploding from the effects of evil and unfaithful leadership, Judah seemed on a roller-coaster ride—ascending to the heights of its destiny in one generation, only to fall into the doldrums in another. In Judah at this time, good kings and evil kings alternated with each other, a pattern seen in the reigns of Jotham (good, 2 Kings 15:32–34); Ahaz (evil, 2 Kings 16:1–4); and Hezekiah (good, 2 Kings 18:1–7).
- See more at: http://www.insight.org/resources/bible/micah.html#sthash.i25F9AvV.dpuf
During this period, while Israel was imploding from the effects of evil and unfaithful leadership, Judah seemed on a roller-coaster ride—ascending to the heights of its destiny in one generation, only to fall into the doldrums in another. In Judah at this time, good kings and evil kings alternated with each other, a pattern seen in the reigns of Jotham (good, 2 Kings 15:32–34); Ahaz (evil, 2 Kings 16:1–4); and Hezekiah (good, 2 Kings 18:1–7).
- See more at: http://www.insight.org/resources/bible/micah.html#sthash.i25F9AvV.dpuf
As
a contemporary of Isaiah and Hosea, Micah prophesied during the
momentous years surrounding the tragic fall of Israel to the Assyrian
Empire (722 BC), an event he also predicted (Micah 1:6).
Micah stated in his introduction to the book that he prophesied during
the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah in Judah, failing to mention
the simultaneous string of dishonorable kings that closed out the
northern kingdom of Israel.
During this period, while Israel was imploding from the effects of evil and unfaithful leadership, Judah seemed on a roller-coaster ride—ascending to the heights of its destiny in one generation, only to fall into the doldrums in another. In Judah at this time, good kings and evil kings alternated with each other, a pattern seen in the reigns of Jotham (good, 2 Kings 15:32–34); Ahaz (evil, 2 Kings 16:1–4); and Hezekiah (good, 2 Kings 18:1–7).
- See more at: http://www.insight.org/resources/bible/micah.html#sthash.i25F9AvV.dpuf
During this period, while Israel was imploding from the effects of evil and unfaithful leadership, Judah seemed on a roller-coaster ride—ascending to the heights of its destiny in one generation, only to fall into the doldrums in another. In Judah at this time, good kings and evil kings alternated with each other, a pattern seen in the reigns of Jotham (good, 2 Kings 15:32–34); Ahaz (evil, 2 Kings 16:1–4); and Hezekiah (good, 2 Kings 18:1–7).
- See more at: http://www.insight.org/resources/bible/micah.html#sthash.i25F9AvV.dpuf
SATURDAY
9:00 AM Men's Prayer - All Are Welcome!
"Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord."
10:00 AM Church Workday - All Are Welcome!
Church workdays are scheduled on the FIRST and THIRD Saturdays of every month, from 10 AM through lunchtime.
Our next Church Workday is scheduled for this Saturday, August 15th. Join us as we work around the building, both inside and outside! Every "skill level" welcome!
Please consider helping to keep the building up. Maintaining this 1856 building is a service to the Lord.
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