Grace Church
THE GREAT ONES: Chapters - #2 The Shepherd Who Guides Us
Locations & Times
Grace Community Church
8950 M-79, Nashville, MI 49073, USA
Sunday 10:00 AM
The Great Ones is our theme through November. Each month has a different sub-theme:
September = Commands
October = Chapters
November = Choices
September = Commands
October = Chapters
November = Choices
It's hard to choose, but this month we'll look at Pastor Don's list of 4 great chapters of the Bible.
One chapter was chosen out of the 4 main divisions of the Bible:
-The Torah
-The Writings
-The Prophets
-The New Testament
One chapter was chosen out of the 4 main divisions of the Bible:
-The Torah
-The Writings
-The Prophets
-The New Testament
Last week we looked at the Torah, the first 5 books of the Old Testament, and learned about Deuteronomy 5 & 6.
Today our key passage, Psalm 23, is from the Writings which consists of books like Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, and others.
Today our key passage, Psalm 23, is from the Writings which consists of books like Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, and others.
Have you ever read something (a book, document, song lyrics, or poetry) that you thought was beautiful, amazing, or profound?
For many, Psalm 23, from the writings is consistently one of the most well-known and favorite passages.
For many, Psalm 23, from the writings is consistently one of the most well-known and favorite passages.
By studying Psalm 23 and applying its truth to our lives, we'll move from an information based mindset about God to a transformative personal relationship with our Creator, Provider, Lord and Savior.
This Psalm is mostly known because it has been used predominately in funerals and for the care of those who are ill in some form. But really the Psalm focuses on what the Lord does for us "all the days of my life."
With careful reading we see that David is dealing with some really tough issues when he wrote this.
The message of the Psalm resonates with mature Christians who have fought battles, been betrayed, have experienced loss, sorrow, pain, and who have been battered, bruised, broken, and are carrying burdens.
With careful reading we see that David is dealing with some really tough issues when he wrote this.
The message of the Psalm resonates with mature Christians who have fought battles, been betrayed, have experienced loss, sorrow, pain, and who have been battered, bruised, broken, and are carrying burdens.
We'll use the King James Version, which is the most poetic of all versions, to look at just one verse today.
Psalm 23:1a
Psalm 23:1a
#1 - THE
Exodus 20:1-3; Psalm 96:5; Psalm 135:15-17
Thought: Who or what we worship is so important because it determines the decisions we make in this life and dictates our destiny in the next life!
Exodus 20:1-3; Psalm 96:5; Psalm 135:15-17
Thought: Who or what we worship is so important because it determines the decisions we make in this life and dictates our destiny in the next life!
#2 - The LORD
Exodus 3:14
Thought: The size of your God will determine the size of your faith!
Exodus 3:14
Thought: The size of your God will determine the size of your faith!
#3 - The Lord IS
Psalm 102:25-27
Thought: Stop this week and make a short list of things about God you appreciate!
Psalm 102:25-27
Thought: Stop this week and make a short list of things about God you appreciate!
#4 - The Lord is MY
Deuteronomy 6:4
Thought: Talk to someone this week about what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus!
Deuteronomy 6:4
Thought: Talk to someone this week about what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus!
#5 - The Lord is my SHEPHERD
John 10:1-15; Hebrews 13:20-21
Thought: Our obedience indicates the acceptance of His ownership. Today we are either saying, “Bahhhhhhh” or “Nahhhhhh!” And if life ends today, what will you say?
John 10:1-15; Hebrews 13:20-21
Thought: Our obedience indicates the acceptance of His ownership. Today we are either saying, “Bahhhhhhh” or “Nahhhhhh!” And if life ends today, what will you say?
Application and Discussion Questions:
1. Is there a book, document, song lyric, or piece of poetry that you think is amazing and has touched your heart? What is it and what impact has it made in your life?
2. Read Psalm 23 and ask the Lord to give you some fresh insights, then talk about these with some friends and family members.
3. In the message on Sunday our focus was on Psalm 23:1a “The Lord is my shepherd; …” Did you learn something new about this part of the verse? Which of the five words resonated most with you?
4. Are there any decisions or actions that you will consider this week as a result of this verse?
5. Post this passage on some aspect of social media and use it as an opportunity to tell why Jesus is your shepherd and what that means to you. Be a witness!
1. Is there a book, document, song lyric, or piece of poetry that you think is amazing and has touched your heart? What is it and what impact has it made in your life?
2. Read Psalm 23 and ask the Lord to give you some fresh insights, then talk about these with some friends and family members.
3. In the message on Sunday our focus was on Psalm 23:1a “The Lord is my shepherd; …” Did you learn something new about this part of the verse? Which of the five words resonated most with you?
4. Are there any decisions or actions that you will consider this week as a result of this verse?
5. Post this passage on some aspect of social media and use it as an opportunity to tell why Jesus is your shepherd and what that means to you. Be a witness!
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https://www.gc3.org/home-groups/Bridge Pop Can Drive
The Bridge is hosting a pop can drive at the church to raise money to pay for shipping the Operation Christmas Child boxes they will pack in October. If you have cans or bottles you would like to donate, please bring them to the church and put them outside the east end doors or in the garage. If you have cans but would like someone to pick them up for you, contact Ryan Hickey (ryan@gc3.org).
CJ's Re-Opening/Limited Menu
We're excited to have CJ's open with a limited menu!
Barista's will be ready to serve you beginning at 8:30 am until church begins at 10:00.
Here are the menu items for October:
Pumpkin Spice
S'mores
Cinnamon Apple
Vanilla Chai
We will have you wait outside of CJ's until someone calls you in to order and pay at the counter. At that time you can head to the auditorium and your drink(s) will be delivered to you.
If you would like to submit a pre-order you can do that at the website: www.gc3.org/cjs/ before 8:30 am on Sunday. Pre-ordering will limit your wait time AND you get a free baked good if you pre-order before 8:30 am on Sunday!
Please contact Leslie Booher (leslie@gc3.org) if you have any questions.
Barista's will be ready to serve you beginning at 8:30 am until church begins at 10:00.
Here are the menu items for October:
Pumpkin Spice
S'mores
Cinnamon Apple
Vanilla Chai
We will have you wait outside of CJ's until someone calls you in to order and pay at the counter. At that time you can head to the auditorium and your drink(s) will be delivered to you.
If you would like to submit a pre-order you can do that at the website: www.gc3.org/cjs/ before 8:30 am on Sunday. Pre-ordering will limit your wait time AND you get a free baked good if you pre-order before 8:30 am on Sunday!
Please contact Leslie Booher (leslie@gc3.org) if you have any questions.
Drive-Thru Trunk or Treat
Grace Church is excited to announce plans for our 2020 Trunk or Treat event!
Trunk or Treat will take place drive-thru style in the Grace Church parking lot on October 31st from 5:30-7:00 pm. As always, we need lots of candy! Bins will be located in the lobby for you to drop off donated candy now through October 25th. If you want to take part in this event but have not yet talked with Emily Mater, please send her an email (emily@gc3.org) as soon as possible.
Trunk or Treat will take place drive-thru style in the Grace Church parking lot on October 31st from 5:30-7:00 pm. As always, we need lots of candy! Bins will be located in the lobby for you to drop off donated candy now through October 25th. If you want to take part in this event but have not yet talked with Emily Mater, please send her an email (emily@gc3.org) as soon as possible.
Operation Christmas Child
The annual Operation Christmas Child shoebox outreach has begun at Grace Church! Make sure to stop by the display in the lobby to pick up a box(es) if you haven't already gotten yours. More information about Operation Christmas Child can be found by visiting the Samaritan's Purse website.
New this year, Build a Box! If you are not able to get out and about to collect items for your box or just want to try something different, you can build your box online.
No matter which way you participate, the goal is the same, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ to children all across the world! If you have any questions you can contact Val VanDuser, Grace's OCC project leader (vvanduser1@gmail.com).
New this year, Build a Box! If you are not able to get out and about to collect items for your box or just want to try something different, you can build your box online.
No matter which way you participate, the goal is the same, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ to children all across the world! If you have any questions you can contact Val VanDuser, Grace's OCC project leader (vvanduser1@gmail.com).
Church Work Days
Each Saturday during the month of October will be an opportunity to bring your family to serve at Grace Church. God has abundantly blessed us with 78 acres to do His ministry, but we need your help to prepare the grounds for the winter months. We ask that you pick a Saturday to join us from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm or whatever time you can give. If you can't help on a Saturday but would like to come and serve another time, please contact Ryan Hickey (ryan@gc3.org).
Birthdays and Anniversaries:
Sunday, October 11 - Curtis Walker, Lyssa Walker
Monday, October 12 - Linda Hale
Tuesday, October 13 - David & Connie Berkimer
Thursday, October 15 - Kyle Smith, Greanlee DePyper
Friday, October 16 - Cy Stark, Sherry Snider, Sue Reid, Evelyn Nowicke
Saturday, October 17 - Logan Denton, Gary & Connie Neff
Sunday, October 11 - Curtis Walker, Lyssa Walker
Monday, October 12 - Linda Hale
Tuesday, October 13 - David & Connie Berkimer
Thursday, October 15 - Kyle Smith, Greanlee DePyper
Friday, October 16 - Cy Stark, Sherry Snider, Sue Reid, Evelyn Nowicke
Saturday, October 17 - Logan Denton, Gary & Connie Neff