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Series: People of the Bible
Sermon: Lessons from the Life of Joseph: A Man of Character and Integrity who Lived in the Favor of God, Genesis 37-50
Pastor Shawn Bowen

Introduction

1. The book of Genesis (origins, beginning)

a. The Primeval Age

b. The Patriarchal Age

2. A messy family. Genesis 35:23-26, 37:3-4

3. Joseph’s dreams

Observations on the Story of Joseph:

1. Joseph lived in the favor of God. Genesis 39:1-6a

2. Joseph showed great character and integrity. Genesis 39:6b-10, 19-23

3. Joseph acknowledged God and His role in the interpretations. Genesis 40:8, 41:15-16

4. Joseph did not demonstrate ambition for power or position.

5. Joseph recognized God’s sovereignty in his circumstances. Genesis 45:4-11, 50:19-21

Application Thoughts

1. Trust that God is sovereign in your circumstances, even when you are going through hard times. Romans 8:28

2. Seek and follow God’s will for your life rather than pursuing your own goals and ambitions. Matthew 6:31-34

3. Acknowledge God and credit Him for your success and for the good things in your life.

4. Be a person of character and integrity.

5. Choose to live in the favor of God.

Check Theft

It has come to our attention that offering checks were stolen from the church's mailbox on at least two different occasions in August and September. We have placed a hold on our mail at the Post Office and we have notified the US Postal Inspection Service and the Golden Police Department.

If you mailed a check to Hillside or made a donation through online bill pay in August or September, please look at your bank records and examine the check image provided by the bank in your online transaction history. If the check has been cashed, and the back of the check does not display an endorsement stamp from Hillside, please contact your bank and notify us.

Ministry Calendar

Sep 22: Youth Group, 4:00pm
Sep 26: Men's Bible Study, 6:00am
Sep 28: Women's Bible Study, 9:00am
Sep 28: Men's Bible Study, 9:00am
Oct 04: Young Adults Game Night, 6:30pm

Ministry Notes
(see website and weekly email for more details)

Women's Ministry
The Women of Hope Saturday morning Bible study meets every other Saturday at the church at 9:00am. Please check the "Ministry Calendar" above for specific dates. For more information, please contact Andrea Flack or Jane Banzhaf.

Men's Ministry
The Thursday morning men's Bible study meets every other Thursday morning at the church at 6:00am. We're working through a book called "The Man Maker," which focuses on developing godly character and carrying that into the next generation as we father our children. Please check the "Ministry Calendar" above for specific dates. For more information, contact Elliot Makuh.

The Saturday morning men's Bible study meets twice per month on Saturday mornings at the church at 9:00am. We're studying the book of James, which provides important insights on what it means to live a godly life. Please check the "Ministry Calendar" above for specific dates. For more information, contact David Eicher.

Young Adults
The Young Adults meets on Sunday mornings at 8:45am. Contact Daniel Ayers for more information.

Youth Group
Youth Group meets Sunday mornings during the service on all but the first Sunday of the month. The group also meets Sunday evenings at the church from 4:00-5:30. Any changes to the schedule will be communicated via text/email, so please ensure that you have a Breeze account with the church so that you will get these important notifications. Contact Val Semich for questions.Youth Group

Children's Ministry
Interested in serving in our Children's Ministry? Please contact Angela or Tom Wheaton.

Golden MomCo (formerly MOPS)
Meetups have resumed on the first and third Tuesday of the month and are located at First Baptist Church in Golden. No matter the season of motherhood you may find yourself, we have a place for you at our table and we'd love for you to join us (even if it's to just come check us out). We welcome homeschooling families too! Childcare is available. Please visit our website or email goldenmomco@gmailcom.

Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers offer high-quality, one-to-one, Christ-centered, emotional and spiritual care for people in the congregations going through difficult times. If you would like to like more information about getting connected with a Stephen Minister, or if you'd like to be a Stephen Minister, please email the Stephen Ministry team (stephenministry@hillsidecommunity.org).

Care Team Ministry
The goal of the Care Team is to physically support the congregation of Hillside Community Church. Care is provided on an intermittent, as-needed basis to fill in the gaps in care when family and friends are unable to meet the individual's needs. We have multiple volunteers who are able to provide transportation to and from appointments, necessary errands such as grocery shopping and deliveries, and hospital visits. Potential care recipients, and anyone desiring to be a transportation volunteer, can initiate contact by emailing care@hillsidecommunity.org.

Prayer Ministry
The Prayer Team hosts a monthly prayer night at 7:00pm on the third Monday of the month (next: October 21). Everyone is welcome! Please email the prayer team to submit prayer requests (prayer@hillsidecommunity.org). You can also receive prayer in person from 9:30-10:00am Sunday mornings in the cry room adjacent to the church foyer.

Meals Ministry
The Meals Ministry is a practical way to meet the needs of others in the congregation who are welcoming a new baby or experiencing challenging circumstances. If you would like more information about providing meals, or if you yourself are in need of meals, please contact Jenny Ward.

For more ministry information, please visit www.hillsidecommunity.org.

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Giving Update

General Fund (Budget: $42,000)
August $23,198
July $43,478
June $45,686
YTD avg $43,905

Nicaragua (Budget: $4,800)
August $2,365
July $16,065
June $4,365
YTD avg $4,863

Thank you for your generous support!