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Make Up of our Mission Field
Last week I shared some “Fast Facts” about the demographics of the United States and the church. This week, I will share some of the demographics of our local Federal Way mission field which trickles out into the surrounding cities. As you read about the diversity of our local area, ask the Lord to burden your heart for those who are spiritually blind and lost and need the life-transforming message of the gospel.
Let's Celebrate
by Pastor Jim
"Oh come, let us sing to the LORD; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!" (Psalm 95:1)We love to celebrate. Birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, graduations, promotions, a clean bill of health. Some of us get all excited when our favorite team wins. We celebrate the blessings of good news, accomplishments, milestones, and victories, big and small.None compare to the blessings we have in Christ.
To The End
by Max Dalrymple, Student Ministry Director
On the cross, Jesus declared three words that completely changed our eternity. “It is finished.” The redemptive work of Christ on the cross is done! He has been raised to life, removing the sting of death for those of us who know Christ, removing our sin as far as the east is from the west! Believer, hear the joyous news that there is no longer any condemnation for those of us who are in Christ Jesus! And now, we have news to share, because not only has God saved us, but He freely offers salvation to anyone who will repent and believe the good news that He has died for sinners and risen again to give new life! (John 3:16, Rom 10:9-13)
Incomparable
According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, the definition of incomparable is eminent beyond comparison (matchless) or not suitable for comparison.
In a world of seemingly endless opinions, many would have a view of who they believe qualifies to be described as unsurpassed. However, there is truly no compelling argument against attributing the word incomparable uniquely to Jesus Christ.
Who can honestly compare to Jesus Christ? Just a brief look at the seven descriptions of Jesus Christ in Hebrews 1:2-3 reveals no one is remotely close.
Always Hopeful!
You can virtually summarize hope in one word: resurrection.
It is claimed that humans can live a little over 45 days without food, slightly over 3 days without water, and about 4 minutes without oxygen, but no one can live without hope.
Researchers tell us there’s an array of debilitating consequences with hopelessness (insomnia, headaches, fatigue, chronic pain, increased risk of heart disease, weight loss or gain, nausea, inflammation, decreased libido, exacerbates chronic illnesses, gastrointestinal problems). Research also reveals some great advantages to being hopeful (reduces physical pain, boosts circulation, improves cardiovascular health which is preventative for heart disease).
What a Savior!
This next week we begin what is known as the Holy Week or The Passion Week of Jesus Christ.
The gospel writers record 45 different events, teachings and interactions during the final week of Jesus Christ between the Triumphal Entry and our Lord’s burial.
It is recorded in Matthew 21:1-27:66; Mark 11:1-15-47; Luke 19:28-23:56; John 11:55-19:42.
I encourage you to read through the Easter Week in Real Time as presented in this article by Russ Ramsey, or watch these short videos of each day of the week by Justin Taylor.
Two things jumped out at me about our amazing Lord as I read the opening few verses of the account of the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem when Jesus is presented as Israel’s King (Matthew 21:1-11, 14-17; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:29-44; John 12:12-19)
Beauty of Immanuel
There are many names of God. His different names teach us something about Him. Discover Dan Brewer's favorite name and why in this one-minute devotional video.
The Goodness of Jesus
God gives us promises, but His promises are tied to a process. God promises peace. Stephen Janho (Elder) challenges us to consider where the affections of our heart have been focused during the quarantine. Can you say your heart has been focusing on that which is good? Could your misplaced affections be robbing your peace? In his short devotion, Stephen will guide you through God's filter, to determine if you are obeying God's command.
