Proclaim the Light of Christ

February 26, 2021
Michael Nelson
Weekly Update

Weekly Update – February 26th, 2021

For the last year now, we have heard updates and warnings almost continuously about the danger of Covid 19. For a period of time, these updates were coming to us from the President and other health officials about what we needed to do to protect ourselves and how significant of a threat this virus is to us. As we approach the year anniversary now, we find that this warning is still the same, even as we have become a bit clearer about the situation.

With that in mind, there is another situation that we must not forget that is even more serious. That situation is the spiritual state of those around us. Jesus said in Matthew 10:28, “Do not fear those who kill the body, but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.” Specifically Jesus is talking about persecution and the fear of man in this verse, but in many ways it still applies to us today. Yes, there is rightful fear over this virus that can take a physical toll on our bodies, but at the same time let us not forget that there is a greater danger looming concerning the souls of our family, friends and neighbors.

This Sunday, I want to challenge you, in the midst of the physical danger around us, to not forget our calling as Christians to proclaim to warn others about the spiritual danger for their soul. We are called to make known the name of Christ and to keep that as our priority, especially in the midst of the uncertain times that we are in. I want to invite you to join me this Sunday as we consider 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:6 and the call that we have to “Proclaim the Light of Christ.”

Again, this week we will be in 2 Corinthians 3-4. I hope that you will join us in person or via livestream.

Serving Him with You,
Pastor Michael Nelson

Written by Pastor
Michael Nelson

Fighter Verse for the Week:

"There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." - Romans 8:1

Announcements:

Food Pantry: By God’s grace, on a regular basis we have been able to serve our community in a very practical way by providing food for those in need. Currently we have a need for a handful of items to continue this ministry. You can find a list of those items HERE. Feel free to drop non-perishable food items in the basket in the foyer.

Ladies’ Bible Study: Ladies, join us for a Bible study through the book of Colossians on Monday evenings at 6:30pm. The study will be a video based study led by Sheryl Nelson. There is a sign up sheet in the hallway, or sign up by contacting the church office. You can find more information HERE.

Health Guidelines: With no changes from the Health Department, we will continue in Phase 2.5 here in Jackson County. That means masks are still required. You can find the official guideline on mask wearing from the health department HERE. You can also find a video that outlines what Phase 2.5 looks like for our church HERE.

Awana

Every Sunday at 5:45pm, children ages 3 years to 6th grade are invited to join us for Awana. You can view our health guidelines for this ministry HERE.

Bible Study

We are currently in a study through the book of Galatians. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall on Sundays at 9:15am. You can find a video explaining what to expect during our Bible Study hour HERE.

Giving

To Give Online, Go HERE.

You can also mail your offering to 1416 Main Street, Grandview, MO. 64030

Prayer

An updated Prayer Guide can be accessed HERE.

Prepare for Sunday

Guide for Worship can be found HERE.

Join us and invite a friend or family member to watch with you.

Worship Service

Worship Service begins at 10:30am on Sunday mornings. Nursery care for children ages 0-3 years is available during the worship hour. You can find the health guidelines for the nursery HERE.

Livestream

Continue to join us at 10:30am on Sunday mornings.

Facebook live: HERE.

YouTube: HERE.