Lord’s Day Message: Reviews
Reference of Bible Verses: (NLT)
3 When I left for Macedonia, I urged you to stay there in Ephesus and stop those whose teaching is contrary to the truth. 4 Don’t let them waste their time in endless discussion of myths and spiritual pedigrees. These things only lead to meaningless speculations, which don’t help people live a life of faith in God. 5 The purpose of my instruction is that all believers would be filled with love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith. (1 Tim. 1:3-5)
15 This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”– and I am the worst of them all. 16 But God had mercy on me so that Christ Jesus could use me as a prime example of his great patience with even the worst sinners. Then others will realize that they, too, can believe in him and receive eternal life. 17 All honor and glory to God forever and ever! He is the eternal King, the unseen one who never dies; he alone is God. Amen. (1 Tim. 1:15-17)
4 who wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth. 5 For there is only one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and humanity– the man Christ Jesus. 6 He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone. This is the message God gave to the world at just the right time. (1 Tim. 2:4-6)
15 so that if I am delayed, you will know how people must conduct themselves in the household of God. This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth. 16 Without question, this is the great mystery of our faith: Christ was revealed in a human body and vindicated by the Spirit. He was seen by angels and announced to the nations. He was believed in throughout the world and taken to heaven in glory. (1 Tim. 3:15-16)
8 “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” 9 This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it. 10 This is why we work hard and continue to struggle, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and particularly of all believers. 11 Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them. 12 Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. (1 Tim 4:8-12)
17 Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment. 18 Tell them to use their money to do good. They should be rich in good works and generous to those in need, always being ready to share with others. 19 By doing this they will be storing up their treasure as a good foundation for the future so that they may experience true life. (1 Tim. 6:17-19)
9 For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time– to show us his grace through Christ Jesus. 10 And now he has made all of this plain to us by the appearing of Christ Jesus, our Savior. He broke the power of death and illuminated the way to life and immortality through the Good News. 11 And God chose me to be a preacher, an apostle, and a teacher of this Good News. 12 That is why I am suffering here in prison. But I am not ashamed of it, for I know the one in whom I trust, and I am sure that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until the day of his return. (2 Tim. 1:9-12)
21 If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work. 22 Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts. (2 Tim. 2:21-22)
14 But you must remain faithful to the things you have been taught. You know they are true, for you know you can trust those who taught you. 15 You have been taught the holy Scriptures from childhood, and they have given you the wisdom to receive the salvation that comes by trusting in Christ Jesus. 16 All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. 17 God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work. (2 Tim. 3:14-17)
Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching. (2 Tim. 4:2)
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. (2 Tim. 4:7-8)
Next Topics: The life of Moses (Collaroy Conf.)
<Bible verses>
Exodus 1:1-20:21, 32-34; Numbers 9`27;
Hebrews 11:23-29; Acts 7:15-44, 48-50;
John 3:1-7, 14-16; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13
Church Meetings/Time/Place
Home Meeting: 14/4 Mon. 7:30pm, Richard & Flora’s
21/4 Mon. Cancelled
Young Professionals Meeting:
15/4 Tue. 7:30pm, Meeting Hall
Prayer Meeting: 16/4 Wed. 7:30pm，Meeting Hall
Young People Meeting/Pursuing for Adults：Conf.
Announcements:
- We welcome all the new ones who are joining us today and hope that you can leave your information for us to contact you in the future. At noon we will welcome with hymns, love feast and BBQ.
- 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. There will be no meeting at the meeting hall next Lord’s Day. Brothers and sisters please join the Collaroy at that time. (22 Homestead Ave.)
- The speaker of the conference, Brother Michael Samulak will arrive on Wednesday morning. We hope that many brothers and sisters can join the prayer meeting together this week to pray for the conference that the Lord can bless every participant to know Him joyfully in spirit and gain the growth in life.
<Reminder>
- If the brothers and sisters see something that needs 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.
- During the meeting, please turn off your mobile phone or put the volume in silence.
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. 20)
- Sharing: Michael Samulak
- Breaking the Bread: Yulin Wang & Thomas Wu
Serving Bread and Cup: Jack Lee, Richard Cui & Jason Wang
3. Pianist: Hannah Cui
4. Cleaning: N/A
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