First Christian Church
First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible, most often verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors. People are welcome to join First Christian Church as it worships and explores God’s word.
The Message
In 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, the apostle Paul writes, “But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you have sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with him those who sleep in Jesus.”
The believers in Thessalonica were concerned about their brethren that had died before the promised return of Christ would miss out. Paul reassures them that those who had died in Christ would return with him, which gave them a peace of mind. The reassurance to the Thessalonians holds true to people today. Many believers, even today, have questions about what happens when they step into eternity.
Paul continues in verses 15-18 to lay out the biblical doctrine of the rapture of the church. Rapture is the Latin translation of the Greek word Harpazo, and in English, it’s translated as “caught up.” It conveys being removed, snatched up in an instant.
Services
Sunday services from 9:30-10:45 a.m. are traditional, with hymnal music led by Pat Kogok at the piano. This Sunday, Kogak will sing a special solo. Saturday services, from 9:30-10:45 a.m., are more contemporary, with Gregory Black leading in worship with guitar accompaniment.
Friday evening prayer and study meetings are from 6-7 p.m.
Scripture of the Week
“Do you not know? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the Lord, the creator of the ends of the earth does not become weary or tired. His understanding is inscrutable” (Isaiah 41:28; NASB).
Announcements
The new weekly schedule for Bible Studies at First Christian Church is as follows.
• Pastor Gary will lead the Bible study held on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
• Thursday’s Bible study, led by Elder Jack Frost, will be held from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
•Friday’s prayer and Bible Study, led by Pastor Bruce, is held from 6-7 p.m.
