Lord’s Day Message
Bible Verses: 2 Tim. 4 (NLT)
1 I solemnly urge you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who will someday judge the living and the dead when he appears to set up his Kingdom: 2 Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching. 3 For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will reject the truth and chase after myths. 5 But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you.
6 As for me, my life has already been poured out as an offering to God. The time of my death is near. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. 8 And now the prize awaits me– the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing.
9 Timothy, please come as soon as you can. 10 Demas has deserted me because he loves the things of this life and has gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, and Titus has gone to Dalmatia. 11 Only Luke is with me. Bring Mark with you when you come, for he will be helpful to me in my ministry. 12 I sent Tychicus to Ephesus. 13 When you come, be sure to bring the coat I left with Carpus at Troas. Also bring my books, and especially my papers.
14 Alexander the coppersmith did me much harm, but the Lord will judge him for what he has done. 15 Be careful of him, for he fought against everything we said. 16 The first time I was brought before the judge, no one came with me. Everyone abandoned me. May it not be counted against them. 17 But the Lord stood with me and gave me strength so that I might preach the Good News in its entirety for all the Gentiles to hear. And he rescued me from certain death. 18 Yes, and the Lord will deliver me from every evil attack and will bring me safely into his heavenly Kingdom. All glory to God forever and ever! Amen.
19 Give my greetings to Priscilla and Aquila and those living in the household of Onesiphorus. 20 Erastus stayed at Corinth, and I left Trophimus sick at Miletus. 21 Do your best to get here before winter. Eubulus sends you greetings, and so do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers and sisters. 22 May the Lord be with your spirit. And may his grace be with all of you.
Next Topics: Reviews on 1 & 2 Tim. & Introduction to the story of Moses
Church Meetings/Time/Place
Home Meeting: 7/4 Mon. 7:30pm, Richard & Flora’s
Young Professionals Meeting: 8/4 Tue. 7:30pm, Meeting Hall
Sister meeting: 9/4 Wed. 10:00am, Anne’s
Prayer Meeting: 9/4 Wed. 7:30pm，Meeting Hall
Young People Meeting/Pursuing for Adults：12/4 Sat. 7:30pm, Thomas & Lena’s
Announcements:
- We welcome all the new ones who are joining us today and hope you can leave your information for us to contact you in the future.
- This afternoon from 1 to 2 pm we will have the new believers lesson. All brothers and sisters are welcome to join.
- On April 18~21 (Friday night to Monday noon) the church plans to have a conference for both young people and adults at Collaroy. We hope many brothers and sisters can separate the time and participate together. We also encourage the young people to invite their friends to join. For details including the cost, please contact Brother Richard and Sister Lamee.
<Reminder>
- If the brothers and sisters see something need to be fixed in the meeting hall, please report to brothers Michael Lin or Richard Chen. If anyone has questions or suggestions for the cleaning service, please fellowship with brothers Richard Cui or Patrick Li.
- When you prepare the love feast for Lord’s Day lunch, please do not prepare any food containing nuts that someone may have food allergy.
Intercession:
- Pray for the Collaroy conference that the Lord can have His way on us to enlighten, nourish and lead us to treasure the life growth He has prepared for us.
- Please pray for the gospel friends among us, especially our family members, so that our Lord can open their hearts to see God’s salvation and be willing to receive the Lord and become the member in God’s family.
- Pray for the health of each family (especial for the older ones). Pray especially for Sister Da-Nan Lu who just came back from China. May the Lord care her spirit, soul, and body.
Serving Next Week: (Apr. 13)
- Sharing: All can participate
- Breaking the Bread: Shanwon Chow & Patrick Li
Serving Bread and Cup: Sean Dong, Jack Lee & Richard Cui
3. Pianist: Ching Tan
4. Cleaning: Steven Wang Family, Shirly, Richard & Lamee Family, David & Ching, Leo & Helen
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