This week at Grace, in our Bible reading plan to read through the Bible this year, we have begun to read through the Book of Judges.

The Book of Judges is in many ways the opposite of the Book of Joshua.  In Joshua an obedient nation was able to conquer and have victory through their obedience to God.  In Judges, however, this same nation is disobedient and idolatrous and face defeat again and again as they face the judgement of God.  Israel set aside God’s Law and did whatever “was right in their own eyes” and they suffered the consequences of their sin.  The people would be oppressed and eventually would repent and cry out to God…God would hear and send them a champion to deliver them…and then, inevitably, the people would revert back to their sinful idolatrous ways and set the whole scenario back in motion again.

Their is much for us to learn as individuals, families, a church, and a nation from the Book of Judges.

Last Sunday at Grace

This past Sunday we had a blessed day at Grace.  We had a big Sunday School and 180 in worship with many first-time guests and guests that have been joining us for several weeks.  People also indicated that they received Christ.

And we were blessed to have one family join our church! It is a tremendous personal blessing that they have officially joined our church family…please welcome Neil and Lori Gaugh!

This Week at Grace

This Wed. night at Grace the adults will continue our Bible Study that coincides with our weekly Bible-reading…and this week we will actually take a peak ahead into the wonderful Book of Ruth that kicks off our Scripture reading for next week.  The students are continuing their youth and children’s Bible studies as well.  Wednesdays are special at Grace!  Invite someone to join you…we have had great attendance and it is a great night to introduce someone to our church family in a very casual environment!

Sunday we will be concluding our series: “Ten Pillars for the Family.”  We will be covering the last Commandment that deals with covetousness.  The Grace Kids will be bringing our special music as we wrap up this series…you don’t want to miss it!  Be a bringer and invite your friends, family and co-workers…if WE don’t reach West Tennessee, who will?

Sunday night we will continue our series that we just started, “Angels and Demons.”  The next few Sunday nights we will be looking at what the Bible has to say about angels, demons and the devil.  Please make plans to be here with us for the fascinating series!

A few reminders

• All 2017 graduates (College and H.S.) should have given Lisa Plunk your pictures for the slideshow by now…if not, please do it asap.  We will be recognizing all of our graduates on Sunday May 7th.
• Relay for Life May 6th, Chester Co. High School 10 am-10pm.  You still have time to sign up to participate in this worthwhile event…sign up is in the foyer.
• VBS starts June 4th-7th…please be in serious prayer for this time with the children and begin NOW inviting everyone you know to join us!  Registration is open at www.gracepinson.org
• Decision America Tennessee Tour with Franklin Graham May 19th, 7:30 pm in Jackson at the Fairgrounds Park.  With special guest Jeremy Camp.  Make plans now to attend and invite everyone you know for an exciting evening of live music, prayer, and a powerful message of hope!

Let’s help all of West Tennessee to find their place in Grace! May God bless you this week with the peace that only comes from Him.

Pastor Marcus D. Kelley