Heartbeat INDIAN HILLS COMMUNITY CHURCH November 11, 2018 Thank you for joining us in the worship of our Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus. We are grateful for the grace He has showered on us. He has rescued us from our lostness, our hopelessness, and the doom that was our destiny. Justice required that the Father send His Son to suffer and die, to pay the penalty for our sins. He did this at great cost to Himself. Jesus is worthy of our trust and by God s grace we have placed our hope in Him for time and eternity. He meets our every need. We worship because of the grace given to us, and praise Jesus, our High Priest, who represents us in God s presence. In His grace and mercy, He has brought us together today. God s intention is for us to be here and to take in His Word. May the Spirit guide our hearts and minds as we are fed the Words of eternal life. Holiday Season Thanksgiving is just 11 days away, and then the Christmas season begins. The choir will be rehearsing for the Christmas concert, our children will be rehearsing for their Christmas program. Christmas cards will be mailed, cookies will be baked and decorated, and everyone will be Christmas shopping. It truly is a wonderful time of the year with all the Christmas get-togethers, parties, caroling, and gift-giving. Despite all the festivities, let us not forget that 700 years before Christ was born, Isaiah prophesied, Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, a virgin will be with child and bear a son, and she will call His name Immanuel (Isaiah 7:14). That baby was Jesus and He was born some 2,000 years ago. He fulfilled every single prophecy regarding His birth, His life and ministry, His death and resurrection, His role in the Church, and His purpose in coming to earth. Jesus is the one who loved and died for us. He is our foundation. While we live in a world of uncertainty, we have confidence in the God-Man who gave His very life that we may have life everlasting. What an awesome God. Heartbeat 3
Isaiah 40:12-26 The Infinite Wisdom and Power of God Scott Bailey It is amazing the amount of information we have today at our fingertips. To answer almost every trivial question or even some tough questions, all I have to do is type into my cell phone web browser and get the answer. I don t even have to get up and walk to my computer or open an encyclopedia. If I want to know what is going on in Jerusalem, all the way across the world, I can easily look it up on my cell phone. If I need to be in Jerusalem tomorrow (which is 6,554 miles away from Lincoln), I can simply buy an airline ticket, from my cell phone I might add, and I can be on my way there pretty impressive, huh? Well, the things we see as so impressive are not so impressive when we think about our God. Isaiah Chapter 40 puts the wonders of our modern technology in proper perspective. Verse 26 says, Lift up your eyes on high and see who has created the stars, the One who leads forth their host by number, He calls them all by name; because of the greatness of His might and the strength of His power, not one of them is missing. 4 Heartbeat One thing you will not find on your phone is the name God has given to each and every star! Consider Job 38:12. In this familiar passage God says, Have you ever in your life commanded the morning, and caused the dawn to know its place? This should have a resounding ring in our ears every second of the day! God and His power and wisdom should control our actions and thinking. Worries and anxiety can be dissolved with our God. He is the One that commands the morning. Why then do we resist letting Him command the actions in our lives every day? Scott and Merrily Bailey
Girls of Grace Pie Pick-up Wednesday, Nov. 14th 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. East Window of the Event Kitchen Questions? Contact Aaron Terry at 402-202-5836 Sunday Night Church Come back tonight for Sunday Night Church. Gil will be teaching and you will meet people on a more informal basis. If you are only attending church on Sunday morning, you are missing much of what the ministry offers. As the weeks and years flee by, we need to capitalize on the opportunities God gives us and sometimes that takes discipline. However, looking back in five or ten years (should the Lord tarry) we will surely agree that a little discipline was well worth what we received in return. Bible Fellowship Hour If you are involved in the Bible Fellowship Hour, which meets Sunday mornings from 8:45 9:45 a.m., you know the blessings that come from studying God s Word and building friendships with likeminded believers. One of the advantages of regularly attending a class is praying for one another and knowing class mates are praying for you. Friends notice when you re sick and help you when you re down. Everyone is blessed when each of us determines to reach out to others in Christ s love. If you d like to learn more about Bible Fellowship Hour classes, stop by the information center in the south lobby. Heartbeat 5
As cold, snow, and ice storms move in, Jeff Horn and Kevin Wheat will try to keep abreast of the weather and road conditions. Church cancellations or delays will be posted on the church website: www.ihcc.org Candidate for Elder Ray Terry 6 Heartbeat Ray Terry Ray Terry is being recommended for the office of Elder. He gave his testimony October 28. If you have questions or comments about Ray s candidacy, please share them with an elder. Church Leadership Board of Elders Gil Rugh, Chairman Scott Bailey Rob Jensen Larry Riekenberg Rob Schmidt Mike Shrader Randy Sperling Greg Thomas Pastoral Staff Gil Rugh, Senior Pastor Jeff Horn, Senior Associate Pastor Duane Nelsen, Associate Pastor Donald Goertzen, Part-time Curt Kuster, Part-time Eddie Masters, Pastor Emeritus Nick McElvain, Part-time Support Staff Twila Beck Gale Engle Rachel Gould John Scholle Andrew Thomas Kevin Wheat Deacons Jim Aust... Children s Church Ed Daly...Adult Sunday School Steve DeRiese... Girls of Grace Jon Duval... Safety/Security Adam Flaugh...Evangelism Jonathan Goodding...Boys of Faith Jeff Harford...Senior High Nicholas Jacobsen... Men s Events Curt Kuster... Communion Nick McElvain... High School Galen Pfeiffer... Awana Tom Price...Nursing Home Todd Smith...Sunday School Part-Time Staff Doug Andrews Jerry Andrews Stephen Bede Madison DeRiese Dalton Dowding Hannah Ganshorn Rick Gloe Jake Krieger Carroll Lavalleur Sydney Marra Dale McDaniel Carsten Scholle Zach Wheat
Bible Fellowship Hour Children Sunday School Visit the Sunday school coordinator s desk for class locations. Junior High (Grades 6-8) Studying Genesis Team Taught Cornerstone House Senior High (Grades 9-12) Studying the Passion Week Jeff Harford Teaching Room 1430 Fundamentals of the Faith Gordie Coffin, Jeff Horn Teaching Room 1102 Alpha Omega (18 25) Studying 1 Corinthians Duane Nelsen Teaching Room 2311 EDGE Studying Hebrews Jimmy Pelton Teaching Rooms 2211 Common Bonds Studying Acts Jim Mooberry Teaching Room 1404 HIS Studying Deuteronomy Scott Bailey Teaching Room 1423 LOGOS Studying 2 Kings Greg Thomas Teaching Room 1422 180 0 Fellowship Studying Luke Bill Cooley Teaching Room 1100 (Chapel) One Heart Studying Matthew Dick Bergt Teaching Room 1112 LIFE Studying Gospel of John Jim Pelton Teaching Room 1419 The Father Knows Best Studying The Bible as a Contract Don Goertzen Teaching Room 1414 Standing Firm Studying Mark Ed Daly Teaching Room 1417 Classes begin at 8:45 a.m. but everyone is welcome to come at 8:30 a.m. for a cup of coffee and fellowship. For more information about any of these classes, contact Duane Nelsen at 402-483- 4541, visit the class, or stop by the information center. Information Center We would love to meet you! Please stop by and pick up your visitor/ newcomer gift bag. We re located across from Sound Words. It is no longer because of what you said that we believe, for we have heard for ourselves and know that this One is indeed the Savior of the world (John 4:42). Heartbeat 7
Showdown at IHCC Corral Gail DeRiese The Girls of Grace first through sixth grade cowgirls had an overnight Showdown Friday evening (Oct. 19), at the IHCC Corral (Family Center). The girls were assigned to their bunk houses, then chowed down (in a lady-like manner) on pizza and salad at the Chuckwagon. Next, the Maverick of our corral, Carrie Smith, alerted us to the showdowns that ambush the unarmed unless we choose to follow our Boss King Jesus. 8 Heartbeat There s the showdown between grumbling versus gratitude, gossip versus grace. Maverick Smith warned of the most important showdown that must happen, first and foremost: Do I accept Jesus free gift of salvation or believe Satan s lies about my works saving me? Each girl was asked who they would choose to serve? (Joshua 24:15). Whoa, Partner! Maverick Smith gave us a lot to think about! Range Boss Marilyn Garrett rode in next. She helped the cowgirls create a western-style picture frame with pockets to hold reminders of the Showdown. Then the cowgirls were off to the Helping Hoedown. First and second graders dusted the sanctuary chairs; third and fourth washed Wee Care toys; and fifth and sixth whipped up tasty meals for the food service ministry. Before heading to the bunkhouse, the cowgirls were to take a quiet trail ride through the good
land (our church). But not this night yikes, there are showdowns all along the way. Traps were laid, disguised as everyday problems, but with tricky choices! What s a girl to do? What would Jesus have us do? Let s find help in the Scriptures. Sure as shootin, God s Word confirms the way Jesus would have us choose. Of course, each showdown had its share of silly fun. Whether shooting nerf guns at nasty red cups labeled with bad choices like hit, yell, pout, scream, etc.; or batting balloons with pool noodles; giggles abounded, with these silly tasks hopefully reinforcing lifetime truths. Before lights-out, the Gospel was again shared. And before we knew it, morning sunshine so early! All hustled back to the ol IHCC Corral for a final time together early Saturday morning. Choose Jesus in every showdown you encounter today, and every day! Those were the parting words given to the cowgirls as they moseyed on home. Thank you, everyone, for your steadfast prayers and sweet support for Girls of Grace. Heartbeat 9
Family News Hospitalized. Charles Muir is a patient at Bryan East. Hospitalized. Neva Bovill, mother of JoAnna Sheets, is a patient at Tabitha. Children s Studies Children s Church. The children studied 1 Samuel 17 and learned about David defending God s honor. The lesson goal is to live for God s glory and depend on the Lord s strength. Information Auditorium Section I will have a potluck today (November 11), immediately following the morning worship service. The potluck is hosted by Tom and Nancy Price. Meet in the Family Center. Titus Tuesday. Join us Tuesday, November 13, as Lavon Sperling shares Leave Irritation Behind. Spiral Up! A discussion group will follow. During the second hour class, Jen Huff will teach us how to use an Instant Pot. She will also have some recipe recommendations. Clothing Outlet will be open Tuesday, November 13, from 8:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Donated clothes may be dropped off any time the church is open. Please place clothing inside the box in the Clothing Outlet closet (NE corner, by big canopy). Donated clothes should be in bags or boxes. Please put children s clothes in a separate bag or box. Clothes should be clean and in good condition. Questions? Call Brenda Turner at 402-486-1898. Girls of Grace Bake Sale will be held next Sunday night, November 18. Stop by the table in the south lobby and pick up some baked goods. All money raised goes to reduce the cost of camp. Special Tax Savers. If you are over age 70½ or own grain commodities then a couple of unique giving methods may be a good fit for you. For those over 70½, you may want to consider giving directly to the church from your traditional IRA. In most cases it can directly reduce your taxable income. For those who own grain commodities, by giving grain directly to the church this too can reduce your taxable income. For more information, contact Jeff Horn or Carroll Lavalleur. Lost & Found in the Media Center. We have many pairs of glasses as well as water bottles and travel mugs in the Lost & Found, located in the Media Center, room 2313. Overview of the Bible. Each Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., Rob Schmidt will be teaching an Overview of the Bible in Room 1417 of the Bible Learning Center. This class will provide a basic understanding of the Bible and how its 10 Heartbeat
contents are related, the progression of God s dealings with mankind, and the basic geography of Bible lands. For more information, contact Rob at 402-853-6018. Fundamentals of the Faith. Gordie Coffin and Jeff Horn are teaching the Fundamentals of the Faith class each Sunday at 9:00 a.m. in Room 1102. The class is intended to provide a good foundation for several important doctrinal areas. The class generally runs about four months and is open to everyone. Study the Great Awakenings in America each Wednesday from 7:00 8:00 p.m. in room 1414. Everyone high school age and older is welcome. Donald Goertzen will present the lesson. Door 2 Door Evangelism is done for the season. We will start up again next spring. High School Mansion Builders meet Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at 7:00. Mike Little and Tim Pratt are the teachers. All high school kids are welcome. Girls Choir is open to girls in fourth through twelfth grade. We meet in the upstairs choir room from 5:00 to 6:15 p.m. Choir meets Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the upstairs choir room. We will rehearse 1 hour and 15 minutes every Wednesday and sing every other Sunday morning. Anyone high school and older is welcome. Orchestra meets Wednesday, from 6:00 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Orchestra also rehearses on Sunday from 8:00 8:45 a.m. AWANA meets Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. and kids three years old through fifth grade are welcome. Used Book section is available at Sound Words. You may contribute to or make purchases of discounted and hard-to-find books. Our stock is constantly changing in both the fiction and non-fiction categories. Weddings & Funerals. Please call the church, 402-483-4541, and ask for Pastor Duane Nelsen for wedding and funeral arrangements. Mentors for Teachers are now available. If you would like some personal guidance or would like to see if you have the gift of teaching, now is the time to step forward. Several men are willing to help you on your way. The time commitment is minimal, but the rewards are eternal. If interested, please contact one of these men: Perry Beard, 402-475-5657; Jim Pelton, 402-464-5465; or Tom Price, 402-792-9331. Last Week s Message Nov. 4 AM. Gil Rugh. GR 2056. A New Heaven and a New Earth. Revelation 21:1-2 Nov. 4 PM. GRM 1204. The New Covenant. Jeremiah 31:31-33; Selected Verses Heartbeat 11
This Week s Events Sunday Section I Pot Luck Sunday Night Church 6:00 p.m. Boys of Faith 6:00 p.m. Girls of Grace 6:00 p.m. Sonshine Kids 6:30 p.m. Monday Pickleball 6:45 p.m. Sisters 7:00 p.m. Tuesday Clothing Outlet 8:00 a.m. Titus Tuesday 9:15 a.m. Mansion Builders 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Girls Choir 5:00 p.m. Orchestra 6:00 p.m. Praise Team, Band 6:00 p.m. Awana 6:45 p.m. Pie Pick-up 6:30 p.m. Junior High Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Mansion Builders 7:00 p.m. Issues... World 7:00 p.m. Overview of the Bible 7:00 p.m. Choir 7:00 p.m. Thursday Alpha Omega Study 7:00 p.m. Heartbeat Nov. 11, 2018 Vol. 26, No. 42 Editor: Gale Engle Publisher: John Scholle Heartbeat is published each week by Indian Hills Community Church for distribution on Sunday morning. 12 Heartbeat Future Events November 18 Girls of Grace Bake Sale November 21 Thanksgiving Break for Classes November 22 Thanksgiving Day Church Building Closed November 23 Church Building Closed December 9 Children s Christmas Concert December 16 Adult Christmas Concert December 24 Christmas Eve Communion December 25 Christmas Day Church Building Closed December 26 Christmas Break for Classes January 1 New Year s Day Church Building Closed January 2 New Year s Break for Classes www.ihcc.org