First Christian Church
First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible, verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors to join in worship and explore God’s word together, “That we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine” Romans 1:1.
Pastor’s Message
The Bible is filled with true stories of intrigue, adventures, deception, and humans trying to do things their way as opposed to God’s. Pastor Bruce Humes returns to Genesis 27, the deception by Isaac’s wife, Rebekkah, and son, Jacob. The plot was conceived to steal the birthright blessing from the eldest Esau. Esau despised his birthright and sold it to Jacob for a bowl of red stew.
In verses 18-40, the deceptive plan is carried out. Jacob, in obedience to his mother, moved forward. The deception works and Jacob received the birthright blessing from Isaac; something he would have had anyway had he waited on God. Deception and lies will always be exposed and dealt with in some manner. The results are most often anger, resentment, and hatred between the participants. Isaac, Rebekah, Esau, and Jacob all refused to listen to God, and in so doing they refused to realize the blessings of God. Believers must learn patience and wait on the Lord.
Weekend Services
Sunday services, held from 9:30-10:45 a.m., are traditional with hymnal music led by Janet Ray with Sherry Parmenter at the piano. This week the choir will sing “He Lovingly Guards Every Footstep.”
Saturday services includes contemporary worship songs led by Gregory Black with guitar and vocal accompaniment from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Midweek Studies
Melli Herrera leads the women’s Bible study on Mondays from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Pastor Whitlach leads the Tuesday Bible study from 9:3010:30 a.m.
Pastor Humes leads the Thursday morning Bible study from 10:30-11:30.
Pastor Humes also leads prayer and Bible study every Friday from 4-5 p.m.
Scripture of the Week
“In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for You alone, O Lord, make me to dwell in safety,” Psalm 4:8.
Contact
First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. Those who want more information or have a need, may call the church at 562-431-8810.
