Alleluia, Christ is risen!

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1 Vol. 22 No. 13 April 1, 2018 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. Alleluia, Christ is risen!

2 TODAY 7:00, 8:30 & 10:30* am Toccata in F Major Widor Stephen Sturz, Organist Hymns of Resurrection Congregation Victory Trad./Beck Worship Choir The Power of the Cross Getty-Townend/Hamilton John & Lisa Martin Hymn 296 Hallelujah, What a Savior! Congregation Were You There? Trad./Rice Jubilant Sykes MESSAGE: THE SCOPE OF THE RESURRECTION John MacArthur Selected Scripture Doxology Hymn Congregation Finale from Symphony II Widor Organ Postlude Please note that there will be no worship service this evening. * 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. To maintain a worshipful atmosphere in the services, please do not applaud after musical numbers. Anthem Victory Thine is the victory, Alleluia! Death is vanquished, Alleluia! The strife is o er, the battle done, The victory of life is won. The song of triumph has begun. Alleluia! The three sad days have quickly sped, He rises glorious from the dead: All glory to our risen Head! Alleluia! Thine is the victory, Alleluia! Lord! by the stripes which wounded Thee, From death s dread sting Thy servants free, That we may live and sing to Thee. Alleluia! Amen! 1980 by Beckenhorst Press, Inc. UBP. CCLI Lic Lyrics published in 1695; music by G.P. Sante da Palestrina (1588); setting by John Ness Beck Doxology Hymn Hymn 143 All Hail the Power of Jesus Name All hail the pow r of Jesus name! Let angels prostrate fall; Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown Him Lord of all; Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown Him Lord of all!

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. Next Membership Class April :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 Local Outreach On the Patio Men s Conference Spanish Ministry (by the Chapel) The following lesson was taught today in Sunday School (Preschool through Juniors) MESSAGE Jesus Rises from the Dead PASSAGE Mark 16:1 8 PRINCIPLE Believers are to be astonished and amazed because of the gospel. FEATURED HYMN The Church s One Foundation (Hymns of Grace No. 354) ASK YOUR CHILD Why was the resurrection important? APPLY By telling others about Christ s death and resurrection. THIS WEEK As a family, read Mark 16:1 8. NEXT WEEK Acts 1:1 11 Bookstore The Bookstore is open after each service and during the week. It is located on the south side of the Worship Center. GRACE BOOKS HIGHLIGHT GOOD NEWS BY JOHN MACARTHUR In these pages, you will discover the biblical basis for the good news of salvation that is in the person and work of the Son of God, Jesus Christ. Your heart will be thrilled as you behold the glory of God in the image of Him who is the only Savior of sinners, the Lord of heaven and earth. Steven J. Lawson Available today for 40% off when you purchase two or more. Grace to You RADIO gty.org/radio What Must I Do to Be Saved? 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 Why the Ascension Matters 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 Adapted from the Generations of Grace Family Devotional, available at the bookstore.

4 Hymns of Resurrection Crown Him with Many Crowns In Christ Alone CHRIST IS RISEN! Crown Him with many crowns, The Lamb upon His throne; Hark! how the heav nly anthem drowns All music but its own! Awake, my soul and sing Of Him who died for thee, And hail Him as thy matchless King Through all eternity. Crown Him the Lord of love; Behold His hands and side Those wounds, yet visible above, In beauty glorified. No angel in the sky Can fully bear that sight, But downward bends his wondering eye At mysteries so bright. Crown Him the Lord of life; Who triumphed o er the grave, And rose victorious in the strife For those He came to save. His glories now we sing, Who died and rose on high, Who died eternal life to bring And lives that death may die. Crown Him the Lord of heav n; One with the Father known, One with the Spirit through Him giv n From yonder glorious throne. To Thee be endless praise, For Thou for us hast died; Be Thou, O Lord, through endless days, Adored and magnified. In Christ alone my hope is found, He is my light, my strength, my song; This Cornerstone, this solid Ground, Firm through the fiercest drought and storm. What heights of love, what depths of peace, When fears are stilled, when strivings cease! My Comforter, my All in All, Here in the love of Christ I stand. In Christ alone! who took on flesh, Fullness of God in helpless Babe! This gift of love and righteousness, Scorned by the ones He came to save: Til on that cross as Jesus died, The wrath of God was satisfied For ev ry sin on Him was laid; Here in the death of Christ I live.

5 Christ the Lord Is Risen Today There in the ground His body lay, Light of the world by darkness slain: Then bursting forth in glorious Day Up from the grave He rose again! And as He stands in victory Sin s curse has lost its grip on me, For I am His and He is mine Bought with the precious blood of Christ. No guilt in life, no fear in death, This is the pow r of Christ in me; From life s first cry to final breath, Jesus commands my destiny. No pow r of hell, no scheme of man, Can ever pluck me from His hand; Til He returns or calls me home, Here in the power of Christ I ll stand! 2002 Thankyou Music (admin. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) UBP. CCLI Lic Christ the Lord is risen today, Alleluia! Sons of men and angels say: Alleluia! Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia! Sing, ye heav ns, and earth reply: Alleluia! Lives again our glorious King, Alleluia! Where, O death, is now thy sting? Alleluia! Dying once He all doth save, Alleluia! Where thy victory, O grave? Alleluia! Love s redeeming work is done, Alleluia! Fought the fight, the battle won, Alleluia! Death in vain forbids Him rise, Alleluia! Christ hath opened paradise, Alleluia! Soar we now where Christ has led, Alleluia! Following our exalted Head, Alleluia! Made like Him, like Him we rise, Alleluia! Ours the cross, the grave, the skies, Alleluia! CHRIST IS RISEN!

6 HIGHLIGHTS Monthly Missions Meeting Hosted by the Elders Council Handling Outreach (ECHO) Tuesday, April 3 7:00 p.m. T260s Come hear updates from our missionaries and local outreach ministries, pray for their needs, and learn how you can be involved. Sunday Evening Sermon Series Echoes of Shepherds Conference Join us for this exciting series of messages drawn from this year s conference seminars. April 8 Phil Johnson April 15 Abner Chou April 22 Mike Riccardi April 29 Alex Montoya Men s Conference Proclaim: Holding Fast the Word of Life in a Darkening Culture Saturday, April 21 Speakers: John MacArthur, Alex Montoya, Anthony Kidd For more information or to register, visit gracechurch.org/motw. He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Matthew 28:6 Grace Around the World The Pidal Family Gus & Melissa, Cael, Coen, Cian Serving in Spain since 2011 Prayer / Praise Praise the Lord for working in our church by bringing people to Christ and helping them grow in faith. Pray for the 17 men who will be graduating from both of our campuses this year. Faith Promise Last week you generously gave $9,172. Thank you for your ongoing support of our missionaries and their ministries around the world. Local Outreach Spotlight Children s Hunger Fund Food Pak Drive April Beginning Sunday, April 15, our church family can partner with Children s Hunger Fund to demonstrate the love of Christ to those in need. For details, visit gracechurch.org/chf or call

7 Logos Institute Spring Classes Discipleship Counseling 3 This course is designed for those desiring to pursue a more in-depth understanding of discipleship counseling. April 11 May 30 (Wednesdays) 6:30 8:30 p.m. Instructors: Bill Shannon, George Sanders, Jonathan Tucker Cost: $65 Living by the Book This hermeneutics course will help you learn how to understand and live out God s life-transforming Word. April 2 May 7 (Mondays) 6:30 8:00 p.m. Instructor: Eric Dodson Cost: $60 Thy Kingdom Come This in-depth study of 2 Samuel focuses on the book s major themes and place in God s glorious redemptive plan. April 5 May 10 (Thursdays) 6:30 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Jay Lennington Cost: $60 For more information or to register, visit gracechurch.org/logos. With the Lord Louis Cantelmo and William Rust recently went to be with the Lord. Please remember their families in your prayers. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His godly ones. Psalm 116:15 Come see what s on the menu! Breakfast Tuesday Thursday 7:00 9:30 a.m. Lunch Monday Friday 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Sunday Noon 2:00 p.m. One with Christ Monday, April 2 9:30 a.m. CC130 Bible study primarily for women who have lost their husbands through death or divorce. Sojourners Women s Fellowship Thursday, April 12 9:30 11:30 a.m. T270s Guest Speaker: Rose Ann Stire Childcare for children pre-k and younger by reservation. All women are welcome. Call for more information. Job Opportunities Nursery Workers. Children s Ministry currently has several part-time openings (10 20 hours/week) for nursery workers. Hours are primarily Sundays and Wednesdays. Must be able to exhibit love to parents, children, staff and desire to serve through humility, patience, and joy. Prior work experience in childcare is preferred and must be able to successfully pass a background check. Applicants for employment must be, if employed, biblically qualified as a deacon and a member of Grace Church. For more information or to request an application, contact the office of Human Resources at HR@gracechurch.org or 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.