First Christian Church
First Christian Church thanks all the veterans and active-duty servicemen and -women. It is because of the sacrifices in the past, present and future that Americans enjoy the freedoms in this country. God bless you.
Services
Saturday and Sunday services have the same message by Pastor Bruce Humes.
Sunday is a traditional service, with hymnal music provided by Pat Kogok at the piano from 9:3010:45 a.m.
The Saturday service is contemporary, with Gregory Black leading in worship and guitar accompaniment. Saturday service time is 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Friday prayer meetings are from 6-7 p.m. The weekly Bible study led by Jack Frost is on Wednesday mornings from 9:3010:30. Open to all interested.
The Message
1Thessalonians 1:1 begins with, “Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy. To the church of the Thessalonians in God the father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” The early church converts were primarily Jewish, and since the Greek word for church means an assembly of people, this made it perfectly clear it was an assembly gathered in the name of Jesus, the son of God who is both Lord God and the messiah.
He continues in verse 1, “Grace to you and peace from God our father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” The emphasis again is on the equality between God the father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Bruce Humes This introduction will become the trademark of all the apostle Paul’s epistles. The greeting “grace to you and peace” are perhaps two of the best blessings one could receive this side of heaven. Grace is God’s unmerited or undeserved favor in all areas of life. It is the essence of the gospel message of Jesus Christ crucified and raised from the dead, and peace is the result. This peace is a quietness and rest despite the difficulties of this life. This is the “peace of God that surpasses all understanding and will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7).
Scripture of the Week
This week’s verse is a quote from Jesus at the last supper: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:27).
Announcements
Those who want to speak to someone at the church or have a need can call (562) 431-8810 and leave a message. The call will be returned at the earliest opportunity.
