SERMON RECAP
Openness to the Lord
July 9, 2023 || 1 John 1:1-2:1 || Gil Balch
MAIN POINT: God is holy, and he calls us to live in humble, honest confession to receive forgiveness through the blood of Christ.
The Standard (v.5).
The Claims (v. 6, 8, 10).
The Truth (v. 7, 9, 2:1).
TGKIDS RECAP
TGKIDS
The heart of TGKids is to help children understand that the Bible is all about Jesus! Below is the story, scripture, and main teaching points from the TGKids lesson, so that you can talk with your kids about what they learned.
Bible Story: Daniel in the Lion’s Den
Scripture: Daniel 6
Bible Truth: God Preserves His People by His Sovereign Hand.
Where is Jesus: 1 Timothy 1:15-16
Like Paul, we are all sinners. We have broken God’s law and deserve a death sentence. God’s law cannot be repealed or changed. Similarly in Daniel’s day, the law of the Medes and Persians could not be repealed. When the king’s law was broken, the person who broke the law had to be punished. King Darius could not save Daniel. God, however, could save Daniel.
Like Daniel, we have all broken a law that cannot be changed: God’s law. But, we have a heavenly king who can save us, not by changing the law but by taking the punishment we deserve. God saved Daniel from the lions by the angel and God has saved us by the death of his Son, Jesus, on the cross. Our God is a God who saves! By remaining in the lions’ den overnight, Daniel satisfied the law of the Medes and Persians. By taking our punishment on the cross, Jesus satisfied the law of God.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lemonade Stand: Isaiah 117 House
WHEN: Saturday, July 15 10am - 2pm
WHERE: YMCA, 205 Knoxville Ave
Enjoy some refreshing lemonade and support the work of Isaiah 117 House as they provide physical and emotional support in a safe and loving home for children awaiting placement.
VBS: Stories of Radical Rescue
WHEN: July 19- 21 | 2 - 4 pm | YMCA
WHAT: Are you interested in helping serve at this year’s VBS at the YMCA as we proclaim the good news about the radical rescue of Jesus Christ?
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Advance 2023!
WHEN: July 27 - 29
WHAT: Advance is back . . . and better than ever! Advance is a summer retreat for youth. Sign up below to reserve your spot.
Membership Class
WHEN: September 16, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
WHAT: Join us as we unpack our doctrine, values, & the commitments we make to one another. Sign up below to get more information.
Women’s Retreat
WHEN: September 22-23
WHERE: Camp Fairview
Mark your calendars! You will not want to miss this spiritually refreshing retreat and wonderful time of fellowship, food, and fun. Registration information coming soon.