First Christian Church
First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from the Holy Bible verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors to join and explore God’s word together, “that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine,” Romans 1:12.
Pastors Message
It is only on rare occasions that people are forced to make decisions about situations at a moment’s notice. Yet, at times people be in compromising positions when they seek after the things of the world, which the apostle John clearly instructs believers to avoid. Decisions can have consequential effects on relationship with others and the heavenly Father.
In this week’s message Pastor Bruce Humes will discuss the risks of compromising situations.
In Genesis 19, Lot, a citizen of Sodom and the nephew of Abraham, is in a position of choosing between two evils. Lot had put himself in a place where immorality abounded, resulting in him being in a position where any decision he made would be devastatingly consequential to people in his own household. He did not make good choices.
As Christians in today’s world, people need to be on guard against being in compromising positions. The apostle John in 1 John 2:15-17 writes, “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, the pride of life—is not of the Father but is of the world. And the world is passing away, and the lusts of it; but he who does the will of God abides forever.”
Weekend Services
Sunday services are traditional from 9:30-10:45 a.m. with hymnal music led by Janet Ray and Pat Kogak at the piano. This week, Beverly Sunday will bring special music.
Saturday services are more contemporary with Gregory Black leading worship with guitar accompaniment. The service is held from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Midweek Studies
The women’s Bible study, led by Melli Herrera is held on Mondays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. It will not meet Sept. 4.
Pastor Gary Whitlatch leads the Tuesday Bible study group from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
The Thursday Bible study group, led by Pastor Bruce Humes, meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Pastor Humes also leads the prayer and Bible study group on Fridays from 6-7 p.m.
All Leisure World residents are welcome to attend the above services and Bible studies.
Scripture of the Week
“The Lord is gracious and merciful; slow to anger and great in lovingkindness. The Lord is good to all, and his mercies are over all His works. All your words shall give thanks to You, O Lord, and Your godly ones shall bless you” Psalm 145 8-10 NASB.
Contact
First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. For more information, call 562-431-8810. The call will be returned at the earliest opportunity.
Pastor Bruce Humes
