October 8, John MacArthur. Welcome to the Lord s day worship service at Grace Church. Vol. 21 No. 41

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1 Vol. 21 No. 41 October 8, 2017 John MacArthur PASTOR-TEACHER Clayton Erb / Minister of Music Welcome to the Lord s day worship service at Grace Church. We are truly blessed to be here this morning as we open God s Word together, sing His praises, and enjoy a time of fellowship in His presence. Be sure to take advantage of the many fellowship and ministry opportunities available to our church family today and throughout the week.

2 TODAY 8:30 & 10:30* am Prelude in G Minor Dupré Stephen Sturz, Organist Hymn 96 When Morning Gilds the Skies Congregation Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee Dykes/Erb String Orchestra, Woodwinds, Piano Only Trust Him Stockton/Sanborn Worship Choir Hymn 179 Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus Congregation I Will Rise Tomlin/Rice Grace Chung MESSAGE: CONTRASTING THE COVENANT OF THE PROMISE AND THE COVENANT OF THE LAW John MacArthur Galatians 3:15 22 Doxology Hymn Congregation Alleluia Bach Organ Postlude 6:00 pm Praise to the Lord, the Almighty Trad./Kauflin Instrumental Prelude Songs of Praise Congregation Parent Dedication Austin Duncan Hymn 78 Grace Greater Than Our Sin Offertory MESSAGE: THE WORD OF GOD (SOLA SCRIPTURA) Austin Duncan Selected Scriptures Postlude Plaza Fellowship * Interpreting for the deaf is provided during the 10:30 a.m. service. Arabic and Korean translation for the 10:30 a.m. service is available at gracechurch.org/live. A limited number of headsets are available at the front desk for simultaneous translation. Anthem Only Trust Him Come, every soul by sin oppressed; There s mercy with the Lord, And He will surely give you rest By trusting in His Word. Refrain Only trust Him, only trust Him, Only trust Him now; He will save you, He will save you, He will save you now. For Jesus shed His precious blood Rich blessings to bestow; He offers now the crimson flood To wash us white as snow. Yes, Jesus is the truth, the way, That leads you into rest; Believe in Him without delay And you are fully blessed. Words and music by John H. Stockton (1874); arranged by Jan Sanborn Doxology Hymn Hymn 209 Rock of Ages Rock of Ages, cleft for me, Let me hide myself in Thee; Let the water and the blood, From Thy wounded side which flowed, Be of sin the double cure, Save from wrath and make me pure. Not the labors of my hands Can fulfill Thy law s demands; Could my zeal no respite know, Could my tears forever flow, All for sin could not atone; Thou must save and Thou alone. To maintain a worshipful atmosphere in the services, please do not applaud after musical numbers.

3 Campus Ministries THE WELCOME CENTER hosts a reception for visitors following each Sunday-morning service. Enjoy refreshments and find helpful people with answers to any questions you have about our church. You ll also receive one of Pastor MacArthur s books as a thank you for being with us today. THE MEMBER CENTER has information about membership and baptism. It is located on the north side of the Heritage Building, across from the Welcome Center. Today s Membership Class 102 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. T375 THE PRAYER ROOM is staffed with counselors, ready to offer pastoral care. It is open after every service, and is adjacent to the Worship Center. Generations of Grace Children s Sunday School On GraceWalk Fundamentals of the Faith Korean Fellowship Local Outreach On the Patio Spanish Ministry (by the Chapel) Walk for Life The following lesson was taught today in Sunday School (Preschool through Juniors) MESSAGE PASSAGE PRINCIPLE FEATURED HYMN ASK YOUR CHILD APPLY THIS WEEK NEXT WEEK Jesus Commends the Centurion s Faith Matthew 8:5 13 Jesus provides salvation to all who believe in Him. Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy (Hymns of Grace No. 391) How did the centurion respond to Jesus? By asking God for faith to believe. As a family, read Matthew 8:5 13. Luke 5:17 26 Adapted from the Generations of Grace Family Devotional, available at the bookstore. Bookstore The Bookstore is open after each service and during the week. It is located on the south side of the Worship Center. HIGHLIGHT THE MACARTHUR STUDY BIBLE TWENTIETH-ANNIVERSARY EDITION The MacArthur Study Bible twentiethanniversary edition is a monument not to us or our efforts and ingenuity, but to the timeless, powerful, ever-relevant Word of the living God. John MacArthur Available today only for 40% off retail Grace to You RADIO gty.org/radio Answering Contemporary Challenges to Scripture Why I Teach the Bible KKLA 99.5 FM LOS ANGELES M F 6:30 am & 7:30 pm KDAR 98.3 FM OXNARD VENTURA M F 2:00 & 10:00 am; Sun 2:00 am TELEVISION gty.org/television We Will Not Bow NRBTV CHANNEL 378 ON DIRECTV Sunday 6:30 pm ONLINE gty.org John MacArthur s sermons: audio, video, and transcripts Resource library: blog, devotionals, articles, Q&As, and more Mobile apps: The Study Bible and Grace to You Sermons TODAY

4 The Cornerstone and Compass of Church Life FEATURE I have a rare treasure: a five-hundred-year-old Bible. It s an original English version of the Geneva Bible, printed in Scotland around It is a precious reminder of the veracity and power of God s truth. As I have looked through the pages of that old Bible, I have reflected on the diligent work and sacrifice it took to produce just one copy of God s Word in those days. There have been times throughout history when owning a copy of Scripture could cost you more than money it could cost your life. In acts of courage and devotion to Christ, people have chosen to give up their lives rather than their Bibles. Throughout the ages, the centrality of God s Word to the health of His people has not changed. The study of Scripture is as vital for believers today as it ever has been. Studying the truth is how we nourish our souls. Of course the preaching and teaching of God s Word is central to the health, growth, and identity of Grace Community Church. It is the cornerstone and compass not only for our personal conduct and interaction as a congregation, but also for our corporate worship, music, children s ministry, fellowship groups, and our outreach locally and through missions worldwide.

5 I marvel that Grace to You, as an extension of my pulpit ministry, has a role in helping people beyond the Grace Church family understand Scripture that every day we are helping shape the way men and women think about and study the Bible. The fact that Grace to You is within instant reach of virtually everyone on the planet is staggering. No resource we ve developed has embodied our commitment to cultivating deeper personal Bible study more than The MacArthur Study Bible. It s the most important tool we carry, because unlike any single book or sermon series, it deals with the whole of Scripture. In the two decades since it was first published, the study Bible has become a daily companion to many who love the Scripture. What s more, it has had a ministry far beyond the English-speaking world through its translation into Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. Because 2017 marks the twentieth anniversary of the study Bible, Grace to You decided to develop a special edition to commemorate the milestone and to express our love for the people to whom, and with whom, we minister. The MacArthur Study Bible twentieth-anniversary edition is a monument not to us or our efforts and ingenuity, but to the timeless, powerful, ever-relevant Word of the living God. FEATURE Nothing in the universe is more important than divine truth. But to fulfill its purpose, God s Word must be understood. Merely owning a Bible is not enough; understanding its meaning, doctrine, implications, and application and being able to proclaim it to others requires careful study. God s Word is worthy of nothing less.

6 HIGHLIGHT Faith Promise Last week you generously gave $17,111. Thank you for your ongoing support of our missionaries and their ministries around the world. November Is Adoption Awareness Month November 5 & 12 Agency Tables Several adoption/foster agencies will have representatives and information on GraceWalk after both morning services. November 12 12:30 3:00 p.m. Seminar & Lunch Join us for an informational seminar and lunch on the second floor of the Heritage Building. To help us plan effectively, RSVP to handsforhope@gracechurch.org. gracechurch.org/handsforhope

7 Women s Fall Event Seasons of Grace Saturday, November 11 9:00 a.m. Noon Family Center Cost: $20 Nursery care is available for this event. For more information, visit gracechurch.org/women or call Job Opportunities Student Data Management Specialist. The Master s University is looking for an individual to be the primary owner, administrator, and resident expert of TMU s campus student information system. Responsibilities include mastery of TMU academic structures and processes; management of student records, transcripts, grade petitions, and graduation processes; monitoring academic guidelines; and ensuring compliance with applicable governing agencies. Reports to the Registrar. Please humanresources@masters.edu for more information. Web Programmer. Grace to You is looking for a full-stack developer with experience on the Microsoft.Net platform. Must have experience with C#, MVC, MSSQL, JavaScript, HTML5, and related technologies. Familiarity with.net Core is a plus. Must give close attention to details, communicate effectively, and work well independently and within a small team. For an application, please contact Gabriel Powell at , or gpowell@gty.org. Sojourners Women s Fellowship Thursday, October 19 9:30 11:30 a.m. T270s Speaker: Marilyn Layfield Childcare for children pre-k and younger by reservation. All women are welcome. Call for more information. Men Who Rocked the World Conference The Gospel-Centered Pursuit of the English Martyrs Speaker: Steve Lawson October Cost: $25 For more information or to register, visit gracechurch.org/logos. High School Bible Study Retreats Please note that ONEIGHTY will not meet this morning due to Bible study retreats. Walk for Life Supporting the Open Arms Pregnancy Clinic Saturday, October 14 8:30 a.m. Noon Lifehouse Church, Northridge Stop by the table on GraceWalk this morning to register and pick up a sponsor pledge form. For more information about the Walk for Life and other ways to serve the Open Arms Pregnancy Center, visit WithOpenArms.org/events. Joint Heirs Ladies TEA Teaching, Edification, Application Monday, October 9 7:00 p.m. T260s Speaker: Glenda Hotton All women are welcome. Romans Bible Study in Korean October 15 12:30 p.m. H222 The Korean Outreach Ministry is offering a Bible study on the book of Romans taught in Korean. If you or someone you know is a Korean speaker who would benefit from biblical fellowship, please join us on the first and third Sunday of each month. Lunch and childcare are provided. For more information, call Ken Chung at ANNOUNCEMENTS

8 SUNDAY FELLOWSHIPS 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 10:30 10:30 a.m. a.m. Children s Sunday School Visit the Welcome Center for room locations. Pastor: Ace Davis Cornerstone (All ages) T371 Pastors: Nathan Busenitz, Mark Tatlock, Harry Walls Doulos (Singles & young families) T361 Pastor: Carl Hargrove FaithBuilders (All ages) T261 Pastor: Bill Shannon GraceLife (All ages) Family Center Pastors: Phil Johnson, Mike Riccardi Junior High (Grades 7 8) T73 (Basement) Pastor: Jay Lennington Developmentally Disabled CC130E Pastor: Rick McLean Spanish Adult Sunday School H Teachers: Josiah Grauman, José Soria Spanish Worship Service Chapel Pastors: Henry Tolopilo, Michael Mahoney Children s Sunday School Special needs class available Visit the Welcome Center for room locations. Pastor: Ace Davis Crossroads (College & young adults) Family Center Pastor: Austin Duncan High School (Grades 9 12) T73 (Basement) Pastor: Josh Petras Joint Heirs (All ages) T261 Pastors: Tom Patton, John Street Mainstream (All ages) T361 Pastors: Rich Gregory, Carlos Chung Developmentally Disabled CC130E Pastor: Rick McLean Sojourners (All ages) T371 Pastor: William Varner Spanish Adult Sunday School H Teachers: Rubén Pidal, David González Spanish Worship Service Chapel Pastors: Henry Tolopilo, Michael Mahoney 5:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. Neighborhood Outreach H :00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Sunday Night Prayer Group T385 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Adventure Club Family Center (Grades 4 6) Chapel (Grades 1 3) T270s (Ages 3 5) Visit our website at Administration Children Logos Institute Membership The Guild (Single adults) T361 Pastor: Don Carr MINISTRY DIRECTORY Men Outreach Pastoral Care & Counseling Prayer Fridays 7:30 p.m. Mondays 9:00 a.m. Monday Morning Prayer Group Welcome Center Building Abbreviation Key T = Tower H = Heritage CC = Children s Center Spanish Special Ministries Student Women Roscoe Blvd. Sun Valley, CA Our mission is to glorify God and extend His kingdom by living and proclaiming His truth in the world. Grace Today is published weekly by Grace Community Church by Grace Community Church. Scripture, unless otherwise noted, is taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE, The Lockman Foundation 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, Used by permission.