FRIDAY FOCUS from Pastor Brent for September 26, 2014 Empowered by the Spirit to Minister, Part 2 Series: Bold Witness -- Acts 5:21-42 In the passage we are looking at this week (Acts 5:21-42) we find the apostles having one of the hardest days they have had so far. The day actually started out with great ministry: healings, signs and wonders, casting out demons, many accepting Christ, and to top it all off they escaped from prison! But by the next morning they were arrested again and then, for the first time in their lives, they were beaten severely for their faith. I think one of the most telling statement in the whole passage is found in verse 41 where it says, “The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name.” Even after they had suffered, they counted it a privilege. Hmmm. I would encourage you to actually read the whole story found in Acts 5:12-42. I would encourage you to ask yourself if your response would have been the same as the apostles. The fact is, we have the same Holy Spirit guiding, protecting, and empowering us today as they did then. Peace! Pastor Brent NOTES: Concert by Jerry Nelson October 5 -- We are privileged to have Jerry Nelson in both morning worship services next Sunday, October 5. Jerry has enjoyed a music career that has taken him from music educator to international concert performer, composer, orchestrator and recording artist. Audiences across the country and around the world are moved by his piano artistry as he weaves a tapestry of musical styles running the gamut from jazz, contemporary and folk, to country, gospel and classics. His subtle humor and transparent heart have a way of keeping his audience very focused as he blends personal antics with illustrations springing from a breadth of life experiences. Invite your friends! Click on this link to get a glimpse of what we will be experiencing on October 5 youtu.be/3HswTQyfvrc Pray for BOLD Initiative! -- 40 Days of Prayer for BOLD will begin October 8. Everyone who has signed up to receive E-news from the church will receive the daily prayer focus during the 40 Days of Prayer. In addition, it will be posted on Facebook, but if you prefer a hard copy you are welcome to pick up the BOLD 40 Days of Prayer booklet at the Welcome Center beginning this Sunday, September 28. Baptism Service Postponed -- If you would like to be included in the next baptism service, be sure to mark the Baptism box on your Connection Card on Sunday and we will contact you about when the next service will be held.
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