Generosity: What does this mean?
When we talk about stewardship and our money, it always seems like the law is being laid down with little hope aside from compliance. The same feeling can be said about the 10 commandments. But with all the hopelessness around, perhaps looking at the 10 commandments and our generosity though that old question of “What does this mean?” Can give us a vision of God’s abundance.
Generosity: What does this mean?
When we talk about stewardship and our money, it always seems like the law is being laid down with little hope aside from compliance. The same feeling can be said about the 10 commandments. But with all the hopelessness around, perhaps looking at the 10 commandments and our generosity though that old question of “What does this mean?” Can give us a vision of God’s abundance.
Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday
Oct 22
Commandments 1-3Deuteronomy 5:1-15
Philippians 4:4-7
Luke 12:13-34
Oct 29
Commandment 4Genesis 47:1-2, 9-12
Romans 13:1-7
Mark 7:1-13
Nov 5
Commandments 5,6,7,2 Kings 5:19b-24
Ephesians 4:25-32
Luke 19:1-10
Nov 12
Commandments 9, 101 Kings 21:1-10
Hebrews 13:1-8
Mark 10:35-45
Nov 19
Commandment 8Zecheriah 8:12-17
1 Thessalonians 5:12-18
Mark 14:1-11
![[Sunday] Speak Well - Generosity](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1700235779284-0MG9J5ZS79IHI82M01P4/Generosity5a.jpg)
![[Sunday] Coveting Abundance - Generosity](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1699627106082-1CSMCWET2N4H55ZD2HTW/Generosity4a.jpg)
![[Sunday] Steal Generosity - Generosity](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1698953625046-TAD9QFP1MJQ382Y0B1JS/Generosity3a.jpg)
![[Sunday] Honored Blessing - Generosity](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1698434599318-FIQK88U417S6NQLK1RDB/Generosity2a.jpg)
![[Sunday] Split Abundance - Generosity](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1697815224558-TB7C181FHX510PAH5O9S/Generosity1a.jpg)
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[Sunday] Sanctification - Forgiving Challenge
True freedom is experienced through sanctification, when we realize the sins and shame the enemy wanted to use to destroy us now becomes the means we use to not only destroy the enemy but bring others to freedom. This is Peter's story and ours as well.
True freedom is experienced through sanctification, when we realize the sins and shame the enemy wanted to use to destroy us now becomes the means we use to not only destroy the enemy but bring others to freedom. This is Peter's story and ours as well.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
![[Sunday] Naaman, The Mighty Leper - 2 Kings 5 - Foolish Wisdom](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1781838581516-H86L5TX0CZW62SNK9OIL/FW9a.jpg)
![Red, White, And BBQ July 12th [Tons of Fun]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1781874374517-KQLIDD18LRNMB4C7U8A8/Announcments+grace+%283%29.png)
![[Sunday] The Lord is My Shepherd - Psalm 23 - Foolish Wisdom](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1781221669135-RXD6QONVXVWRHXC34MS0/FW8a.jpg)
![Guys Night in June [Photos]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1781220668311-KH8J8SKXE1SJXMN19XQE/20260604_180022.jpg)
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![Induction of Vicar Claubert [Photos]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1781219264525-8YHK8SS1G2UL7RG7UVH1/20260607_165010.jpg)
The Urgency of Mercy
The Grace of God does not wait for the correct response. It Produces it.
Read the Whole Article at The Urgency of Mercy - Mockingbird (mbird.com)
Music isn’t the only source of harmonies. Stories, too, can harmonize, as this passage from the book of Mark illustrates so profoundly. The two healings that Christ performs complement one another. They’re juxtaposed. They’re intertwined. They’re meant to be read together…………………………….
![[Sunday] Restoration - Forgiving Challenge](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1696602873954-YAY2J6GRLEQHTAFNZQZS/FC+Weekly+5a.jpg)
[Sunday] Restoration - Forgiving Challenge
While Peter may still be pining over his past, Jesus is hyper-focused on pointing Peter towards the future. Jesus restores the original call He placed on his life. Not only does God forgive you, but God loves you.
While Peter may still be pining over his past, Jesus is hyper-focused on pointing Peter towards the future. Jesus restores the original call He placed on his life. Not only does God forgive you, but God loves you.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Haiti Trip 23' Photos
We had such an impactful and fun time in Haiti with Habitat for Children Ministries.
In September of 23” Pastor Cris, Lois, Jan, and Brad whet to Haiti with Habitat For Children Ministries.
Here are some of our photos from the trip, Please talk to us, we would love to talk about it.
Week 4 Forgiving Challenge Together group: Absolution
Absolution Is what we are talking about this week.
Vance and Betsy Together Groups
Wednesdays 2pm
Pastor Cris’ Together Group Meets
Monday Starts at 7PM at Pastor’s House
Thursday Morning at 11am
Video recording releases Friday mornings.
Together Group Video Week 4
Discussion Guide | Week 4
![[Sunday] Absolution - Forgiving Challenge](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1695235646482-0ZBTM3W2LTGXHHPKQAJ9/FC+Weekly+4a.jpg)
[Sunday] Absolution - Forgiving Challenge
Jesus beautifully recreates Peter’s worst moment in order to show how Jesus is unafraid to enter into our worst moments, which gives us enough grace to cover even the worst parts of our stories.
Jesus beautifully recreates Peter’s worst moment in order to show how Jesus is unafraid to enter into our worst moments, which gives us enough grace to cover even the worst parts of our stories.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Week 3 Forgiving Challenge Together group: Confession
Confession Is what we are talking about this week.
Vance and Betsy Together Groups
Wednesdays 2pm
Pastor Cris’ Together Group Meets
Monday Starts at 7PM at Pastor’s House
Thursday Morning at 11am
Video recording releases Friday mornings.
Together Group Video Week 3
Discussion Guide | Week 3
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[Sunday] Confession - Forgiving Challenge
Much like with Peter, Jesus invites all of us back into His presence through confession. But this practice simply shows Jesus positioning Himself to give us His grace, even if we don’t have the words to say how we feel.
Much like with Peter, Jesus invites all of us back into His presence through confession. But this practice simply shows Jesus positioning Himself to give us His grace, even if we don’t have the words to say how we feel.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Photos Birthday Bash
Photos of the great birthday Bash
September 17th 2023
We played birthday games and trivia.
we ate some good Pizza!
Here are the videos from Birthday Bash. Lower are the photos
Week 2 Forgiving Challenge Together group: Sin
Sin Is what we are talking about this week.
Vance and Betsy Together Groups
Wednesdays 2pm
Pastor Cris’ Together Group Meets
Monday Starts at 7PM at Pastor’s House
Thursday Morning at 11am
Video recording releases Friday mornings.
Together Group Video Week 3
Discussion Guide | Week 2
![[Sunday] Sin - Forgiving Challenge](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1694743038661-K8FWPQAX1C9HK9AZRN57/FC+Weekly+2a.jpg)
[Sunday] Sin - Forgiving Challenge
Every single one of us misses the mark. As inventive, creative, and successful as humans can be in many aspects of life to overcome issues, the only way to overcome our sin is through Jesus.
Every single one of us misses the mark. As inventive, creative, and successful as humans can be in many aspects of life to overcome issues, the only way to overcome our sin is through Jesus.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
New Song this week.
Click video link or listen to the piano.
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Birthday Bash Pizza Party (September 17th)
Sunday September 17th, The next Tons of Fun event!
September 17th
Sunday
The next Tons of Fun event!
4Pm
Suggested donation
10$ Per Person
25$ For a Family.
As with everything, If the donation means you have to make financial choices later, then just come. We would rather have you enjoy the event than be left out over a matter of money.
Photos of Crafting Group and Escher Together Group
Crafters and Together Group
Crafters had lots of fun,
and Lots of good discussion was had at the house.
Week 1 Forgiving Challenge Together: Intro
Intro to S.C.A.R.S..
Pastor Cris’ Thursday Together Group
Vance and Betsy Together Groups
Wednesdays 2pm
Pastor Cris’ Together Group Meets
Monday Starts at 7PM at Pastor’s House
Thursday Morning at 11am
Video recording releases Friday mornings.
Together Group Video Week 3
Discussion Guide | Week 1
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[Sunday] S.C.A.R.S. - Forgiving Challenge
Today we look back at the time when a resurrected Jesus burst into the disciples’ room. One of the surprising elements of the glorified body of Jesus was that scars remained on His hands. What does this weird detail say about God, and us, as we think about forgiveness and freedom?
Today we look back at the time when a resurrected Jesus burst into the disciples’ room. One of the surprising elements of the glorified body of Jesus was that scars remained on His hands. What does this weird detail say about God, and us, as we think about forgiveness and freedom?
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Just as Christ is “the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end,” at the close of every liturgical year, we look forward, with renewed hope, to Christ’s coming again in glory to reign as Lord forever. In the same way, we also look forward to our own resurrection and the time of a new earth — an earth that is no longer broken by sin and groaning. Christ will come again in glory just as surely as He came the first time, when He was born. So we have these three weeks of “transition” at the end of the “long green season” into the Advent Season: the new beginning of the liturgical year.