This week at Grace we have begun reading through the books of Ruth and 1 Samuel.

Ruth is the story of a poor, widowed, Moabite woman who forsakes her pagan heritage in order to hold fast to the people and God of Israel.  “Because of her faithfulness in a time of national faithlessness,” God rewards her by giving her a new husband, a son and the incredible privilege of being the great-grandmother of King David…and thus a direct ancestor of King Jesus!

The First Book of Samuel describes the transition of leadership in Israel from judges to kings.  The characters that are prominent in this book: Samuel, the last judge and first prophet; Saul, the first king of Israel; and David, the king-elect, anointed but not yet recognized as Saul’s successor.

This past Sunday at Grace

We had a wonderful time of worship through music and the Word this past Sunday!

We had great worship and Sunday School attendance (if you aren’t in a class–join one now!  Let me know if you have any questions and we will point you towards the right class) and many guests and visitors.  Please continue to pray for and invite your friends, family and coworkers to join us at Grace.  The children performed special music by singing the “Ten Commandments Song.”  It was a blessing to see our children doing such a good job singing in our worship service…thank you to all of those that lead them!

We also had three saved at Grace this week…and our Grace Family grew by five!  I hope that we will all praise God for His goodness!

Please be sure and welcome The Cole family: Josh, Misti, Peyton, and Paxton Cole.  And also welcome Malcolm Morris.

This week at Grace

This Wednesday night we will have our last mid-week meal until school starts back (it makes me sad!) and the menu will be Grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans and chips.  The cost is only $5 per person; it starts at 5 pm-till service starts and is definitely worth it!

Our Bible study will be out of 1 Samuel 16-17…

The youth and children are currently in two great Bible studies…Wednesday nights at Grace are awesome!  Make plans to be here and bring someone with you!  Starts at 6:30!

This Sunday we will be recognizing all of our High School and College graduates.  Please keep these young people in your prayers as they enter into the next phase of their lives. Pray that God will use them mightily!  We will also have three baptisms at the beginning of the service…so don’t be late to get a seat!  Alex Plunk will be bringing the special music.

Sunday night we will be continuing our sermon series on “Angels and Demons.”  This week will be looking at what Scripture has to say about demons.  Bro. Joe Burton will be filling in and leading worship Sunday night and Mrs. Susan Patterson has graciously agreed to play piano for the service.  Join us Sunday night at 6 and make sure you let them know how much you appreciate them helping out.

Please begin praying now for our Sunday services…that God will be glorified, the lost saved, and the people of God edified.

A few reminders

• 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.
• May 14th, Mother’s Day at Grace
• 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!
• May 21st, Homecoming at Grace–former Music Director Adam Wood will be coming and bringing the message that morning.
• Grace Baptist Book Club for Tweens (9-12) starts May 23rd.  For more info contact Karen Callis
• 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 and you can also sign up to volunteer at www.gracepinson.org

May God bless you this week as you serve Him!

Pastor Marcus D. Kelley

One more thing…just for fun:

We made quite a few promotional videos in April…to get the word out about the Easter Egg Drop and our Easter services.  Making videos isn’t always easy!  If you haven’t already seen it–here is the “blooper” video…enjoy!