Announcements for Aug. 31-Sept. 6

SHAKE: Wednesday night at 7pm

Fall Bible Study--Ladies, the Beth Moore study on Daniel will be starting this week. The evening study on Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 pm and the morning study on Thursday, from 9:30-11:30am.

Men’s Fellowship--Men come join us this Saturday morning at 7am for our Men's Fellowship breakfast

Youth Bonfire--Youth come join us Friday night, September 11 at the Light’s home for a great time of fellowship, food and games. The time is 7-11pm.

Counseling Ministry: If you are interested in helping others through difficult issues, so that they can see a answer from the Bible and know Christ more deeply, Steve Short is offering a counseling class our church highly recommends. There are brochures out on the wooden table, or you call call Pastor Steve (547-0009) for more information. (Contact the office to find out about scholarships available to Grace members.)

(Men’s) Ministry Minded Conference: The elders will be attending Together for the Gospel (t4g.org), April 13-15, 2010. We'd like to extend an invitation to any men that may be interested in joining us. This conference would be especially helpful for men who are considering elder leadership or other ministry opportunities. See the wooden table, or speak to an elder if you are interested. (See Danny before registering to find out about special "group rate" opportunity.)

Revive Our Hearts True Woman National Conference 2010--Ladies, start now preparing for a great weekend getaway at the True Woman National Conference held in Indianapolis. The dates are September 23-25, 2010. You have to sign-up for the conference at their web site, www.ReviveOurHearts.com. The church will be blocking off rooms when available. Contact Linda Gibbons for further details.

Fall 2009 Life Groups: We’re gearing up for LIFE Groups to start the week of September 7-13, 2009. We ask that everyone interested in participating in our studies of Ecclesiastes and Matthew would sign up ASAP to allow us to better administrate the logistics of leadership and participant placement. To sign up, simply fill out a sign up card on the table in the narthex and place it in one of the baskets provided. Even if you were in a group last year (or led one), please fill out a card so that our records are up to date. Thanks in advance for your participation in this vital Grace ministry. If you have questions about what LIFE Groups are or how they work, please contact Marshall Gipe @ 937.932.1991 hm, or marshall@thegipes.com

Do you have a family member on active-duty in the military? We would like to put together a list so that as a church, we might be in prayer for these brave men and women. Please contact Jeni Berger with this information 548-2253 or jdberger416@embarqmail.com. We would also like a picture of your loved one if available.

*Fall Schedule - Service times starting September 13th*
1st Service: 8:30 am Nursery for infant - 3 years
Sunday School: 10:00 am all ages
2nd Service: 11:00 am Nursery and Children’s Church
(4 yrs. - 4th grade)

HFW: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This final week (10), the last reading is 1 Corinthians 5:1-13. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. Should immorality be found within the church?

2. Should we be surprised when immorality is found in the world?

3. Should we disassociate with immoral unbelievers?

4. How should we respond to immorality in the church?

5. How is this an act of grace?

HFW: Galatians 6:6-10

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This final week (10), the third reading is Galatians 6:6-10. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. When we learn from the Word, what should be a part of our response?

2. How can our actions affect our circumstances?

3. Why is it tempting to lose heart in doing good?

4. In what way should we sow?

5. Who should we seek to do good for, even beyond all people?

HFW: Hebrews 10:23-25

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This final week (10), the second reading is Hebrews 10:23-25. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. How is our faith displayed as genuine?

2. In what ways do we show brotherly love to one another?

3. How should we invest in one another?

4. How should we pursue unity?

5. How will this help us overcome evil with good?

HFW: Romans 12:9-21

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This final week (10), the first reading is Romans 12:9-21. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. How is our faith displayed as genuine?

2. In what ways do we show brotherly love to one another?

3. How should we invest in one another?

4. How should we pursue unity?

5. How will this help us overcome evil with good?

HFW: 1 Peter 4:7-11

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (9), the final reading is 1 Peter 4:7-11. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. Why should we be of sound judgment?

2. What should we pursue above all other things?

3. How does exercising your gift show good stewardship?

4. How should each person serve?

5. What is the end result?

HFW: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (9), the third reading is 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. What is 1 Corinthians 12 about? What is 1 Corinthians 14 about? How should this inform the topic of 13?

2. How can a lack of love invalidate your gifts?

3. What doesn’t love look like?

4. How does love show maturity?

5. When will we know fully?

HFW: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (9), the first reading is 1 Corinthians 12:12-26. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. How is every believer unified?

2. How is a physical body like the church body?

3. How are all gifts equally valuable?

4. What happens in a church that only values certain gifts or certain people?

5. How can we show honor to all members and gifts?

Hey, We Know that Guy

The following picture was tweeted by a pastor at The Village. (A good church you should check out.)



[If you don't recognize the man in the picture, it is Bill. He and his wife attended Grace before moving to Dallas.]

HFW: Romans 12:1-8

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (9), the first reading is Romans 12:1-8. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. How are the mercies of God central to our ability to worship?

2. How is humility critical in the life of the church?

3. What is our relationship to one another?

4. Why has God given different gifts?

5. How should one exercise his/her spiritual gifts?

Book Suggestions

Sunday, I mentioned a couple of books that can help you be a good theologian. The two I mentioned were:



Cat & Dog Theology
Rethinking Our Relationship with Our Master







Systematic Theology
An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine















Of course, nothing is better than the Bible, and it should be your primary source. I've mentioned before, this is the best Study Bible on the planet (in my opinion):


ESV Study Bible














And the Bible I preach from is a New American Standard Bible (Updated)

Announcements for Aug. 17-23

HELP, WE'RE A LITTLE CROWDED! Have you noticed that empty seats are a little hard to come by in second service? There are some things you can do to help us make room:

1. Join us for first service. Our 9:00AM service is the same as our 10:15AM service. If you do not need to take advantage of our Children's Church ministry (4 years - 4th grade), would you consider joining us for the first service?

2. Sit toward the middle of a row. Everyone feels self-conscious when you are walking in later, let alone if a chair is hard to come by. If available seats are visible on the aisles, it helps everyone feel more comfortable. No need to save empty seats between you and the family beside you...we're here to worship together!

3. Share a seat with your kid. Since the children leave for Children's Church during the sermon, most of their time with you in the service is spent standing. Could you share a seat with them and simply have them stand in front of you or even on the seat with you?

4. Pray about church planting / church satellite options. Perhaps God desires we plant a church with a significant number of our current people? Will you join us in praying for God's wisdom in regard to future plants? Will you pray that God would raise up church planters from Grace? Would you pray, that if His will, God would move your heart to participate in a church plant?


Parents Of Three Year Olds & Younger--Because we want you to be able to enjoy and focus during our worship service, we strongly encourage you to take advantage of our nursery ministry. Nursery workers will be delighted to help care for your little one, and even provide a pager for you in case your assistance is needed. Your child will be well cared for while you (and those seated around you) will be able to focus on the service.
SHAKE: Wednesday night at 7pm

Counseling Ministry: If you are interested in helping others through difficult issues, so that they can see a answer from the Bible and know Christ more deeply, Steve Short is offering a counseling class our church highly recommends. There are brochures out on the wooden table, or you call call Pastor Steve (547-0009) for more information. (Contact the office to find out about scholarships available to Grace members.)

Fall Bible Study: Ladies, starting the first week of September, we will be doing a 12-week Beth Moore study on Daniel. The evening study will start Wednesday, Sept. 2 from 6:30-8:30. The morning study will start Thursday, Sept. 3 from 9:30-11:30. Go by the table in narthex to sign-up. There will be a $10.00 childcare fee regardless of the number of children you have. This will help cover some of the cost for the childcare workers.

(Men’s) Ministry Minded Conference: The elders will be attending Together for the Gospel (t4g.org), April 13-15, 2010. We'd like to extend an invitation to any men that may be interested in joining us. This conference would be especially helpful for men who are considering elder leadership or other ministry opportunities. See the wooden table, or speak to an elder if you are interested. (See Danny before registering to find out about special "group rate" opportunity.)

Revive Our Hearts True Woman National Conference 2010: Ladies, start now preparing for a great weekend getaway at the True Woman National Conference held in Indianapolis. The dates are September 23-25, 2010. You have to sign-up for the conference at their web site, www.ReviveOurHearts.com. The church will be blocking off rooms when available. Contact Linda Gibbons for further details.

Fall 2009 Life Groups: We’re gearing up for LIFE Groups to start the week of September 7-13, 2009. We ask that everyone interested in participating in our studies of Ecclesiastes and Matthew would sign up ASAP to allow us to better administrate the logistics of leadership and participant placement. To sign up, fill out a sign up card on the table in narthex and place it in one of the baskets provided. Even if you were in a group last year (or led one), please fill out a card so that our records are up to date. Thanks in advance for your participation in this vital Grace ministry. If you have questions about what LIFE Groups are or how they work, please contact Marshall Gipe @ 937.932.1991 hm, or marshall@thegipes.com.

HFW: Hebrews 5:11-14

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (8), the final reading is Hebrews 5:11-14. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. Why couldn’t the author of Hebrews share what he wanted?

2. What is the author of Hebrews expectation for his audience?

3. What happens to one who doesn’t grow?

4. What must the author of Hebrews teach his readers?

5. What will learning good doctrine equip someone to do?

HFW: 2 Peter 3:14-18

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (8), the third reading is 2 Peter 3:14-18. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. How does Peter say we should act?

2. How do some people respond to Paul’s writings?

3. Is everything Paul writes easy to understand? Does this mean we shouldn’t study it?

4. How should we respond to false teachers?

5. How does doctrine impact our walk?

HFW: 1 Timothy 4:1-6

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (8), the second reading is 1 Timothy 4:1-6. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. What is the source of the falling away?

2. What actions come from poor theology?

3. How can good doctrine impact the way you view God’s provision?

4. How are things sanctified?

5. How is Titus a good servant?

Announcements for Aug. 10-16

2nd Quarter 2009 GGB Finance Update: The Pastors/Elders and Finance Team in attempt to keep the body informed will on a quarterly basis report key aspects of the finances. As of 2nd Quarter 2009, within the General Fund, the giving has kept pace with our expenses. YTD June 30, 2009 actual giving was $154,872 and the expenses were $156,700. The balance outstanding on the building mortgage as of June 30th is $499,774. The initial amount of the loan in October 2004 was $750,000. Since then we have retired $250,226 in principal which includes $29,264 in principal retirement for 2009. If anyone has any questions and/or comment, please feel free to forward those to the office or speak to any of the following members of the finance team: Monty Stump, Jon Hein, Dennis Light, Linda Fourman or Katie McKee.

Men’s Training--Please join us this Monday evening for our Men’s training. Study will begin promptly at 7:00 pm and will be followed by additional training on men's issues.

Elders Meeting--Monday night at 8pm.

SHAKE-- Wednesday night at 7pm

Men’s Fellowship--Men come join us this Saturday morning at 7am for our Men's Fellowship breakfast

Communion: On August 16th @ 6:30pm, we will be celebrating the Lord’s death, burial and resurrection on behalf of our sins! If you know Christ as your Savior, we hope that you will join us for this beautiful service.

Fall 2009 Life Groups: Even though the heat of summer isn’t yet by us (or even here for that matter), we’re starting to gear up for LIFE Groups to start the week of September 7-13, 2009. We would love it if everyone interested in participating in our studies of Ecclesiastes and Matthew would sign up by Sunday, August 9th. Do to so, fill out a sign up card on the table in the narthex (or here at the park) and place it in one of the baskets provided. Even if you were in a group last year (or led one), please fill out a card so that our records are up to date. Thanks in advance for your participation in this vital Grace ministry. If you have questions about what LIFE Groups are or how they work, please contact Marshall Gipe @ 937.932.1991 hm, or marshall@thegipes.com.

Upcoming Ladies Events

Fall Bible Study--Ladies, starting the first week of September, we will be doing a 12-week Beth Moore study on Daniel. The morning study will start Sept. 3 from 9:30-11:30 with childcare available and the pm study will start Sept. 2 from 6:30-8:30. There will be NO childcare available for the night study. Go by the table in narthex to sign-up. There will be a $10.00 childcare fee regardless of the number of children you have. This will help cover some of the cost for the childcare workers.

Revive Our Hearts True Woman National Conference 2010--Ladies, start now preparing for a great weekend getaway at the True Woman National Conference held in Indianapolis. The dates are September 23-25, 2010. You have to sign-up for the conference at their web site, www.ReviveOurHearts.com. The church will be blocking off rooms when available. Contact Linda Gibbons for further details.

HFW: Titus 2:1-10

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (8), the first reading is Titus 2:1-10. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. How should Titus evaluate the quality of his words?

2. What kinds of people are addressed in this passage?

3. How can doctrine impact all of their actions?

4. What is purity in doctrine?

5. What should our faith reveal?

HFW: Ephesians 5:22-33

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (7), the last reading is Ephesians 5:22-33. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. What is the Standard for a husband?

2. What is the Standard for a wife?

3. What is it that Christ does for His church?

4. How does Christ cleanse us?

5. How does our marriage impact our witness?

HFW: Galatians 2:11-21

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (7), the third reading is Galatians 2:11-21. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. How did Paul rebuke Peter?

2. What was Peter’s sin?

3. Why is this such a big deal?

4. How is the gospel message affected by his actions?

5. How should the gospel motivate the way we live?

HFW: Galatians 6:1-5

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (7), the first reading is Galatians 6:1-5. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. What should your attitude be if approaching a brother?

2. How can I be especially vulnerable to pride?

3. What is the law of Christ?

4. How do you examine your own work?

5. Who will ultimately answer for your walk?

HFW: Matthew 18:15-20

We're working through a study this summer to celebrate Ephesians 3:10:

So that the manifold wisdom of God might be made known through the church to rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

This series will run from June 22-August 30, with four readings per week.

This week (7), the first reading is Matthew 18:15-20. After reading this text, answer the following questions, then you can watch the video for a 5:00 thought from the text. (I recommend you work in the text first before watching the video. However, be aware, the video is not intended to be the back of an algebra book--supplying answers to the questions--but rather, is just sharing some thoughts from the text.)

Questions:

1. What is the reason for a loving confrontation?

2. How should I approach the person at first?

3. What does the passage mean by “witnesses?” Do they need to have seen the sin too?

4. What happens if the person does not respond?

5. What does it mean to gather in His name?

Announcements for Aug. 3-9

Grace Moms: If you have children ages 0 - 6 and would like to be involved in Grace Moms this year, sign up by filling out the tear-off portion of your bulletin and putting it in the offering plate this Sunday through August 3rd. We meet the first Wednesday of every month, beginning in September. See Charity Wright or Rachel Wooten for more information.

Fall 2009 Life Groups: Even though the heat of summer isn’t yet by us (or even here for that matter), we’re starting to gear up for LIFE Groups to start the week of September 7-13, 2009. We would love it if everyone interested in participating in our studies of Ecclesiastes and Matthew would sign up by Sunday, August 9th. Do to so, fill out a sign up card on the table in the narthex (or here at the park) and place it in one of the baskets provided. Even if you were in a group last year (or led one), please fill out a card so that our records are up to date. Thanks in advance for your participation in this vital Grace ministry. If you have questions about what LIFE Groups are or how they work, please contact Marshall Gipe @ 937.932.1991 hm, or marshall@thegipes.com.

SHAKE: Wednesday night at 7pm

Communion: On August 16th @ 6:30pm, we will be celebrating the Lord’s death, burial and resurrection on behalf of our sins! If you know Christ as your Savior, we hope that you will join us for this beautiful service.