Morning Reflection
Colossians 3:1-2
If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. 2 Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.
Invocation
O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing
I am Resolved
How Great Thou Art
Announcements
Praise and Petition
Wonder
The Lord is My Salvation
Sermon
The Lord’s Supper
Benediction
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The Superior Savior
The Superior Focus
Hebrews 2:1-4
Many first-century Jewish Christians were tempted to abandon Christianity on account of persecution and hardship. Their temptation was to the comforts of the familiar. The book of Hebrews was written to encourage the church to remain focused on Jesus Christ. In our passage, we learn the importance of setting our minds on Christ and how God’s will for you today is to look to Christ as your King and Savior.
We are in constant danger of being pulled from the Truth.
We are exposed to punishment if we neglect the Gospel.
God wills to provide abundant Truth to hold your focus.
announcements
Lord’s Supper Lunch
This morning, we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper and share lunch afterward. Share with us in the joy of Jesus Christ!
Mother’s Day Sunday
Celebrate your mom with us on Mother’s Day, May 10th! Let us honor and enjoy our moms with the fellowship of the church and the worship of Christ together!
Have Cards Will Pray
Karen Badilla gladly sends cards to encourage those we pray for in church. If you would like the person that you request prayer for to receive a card, share their name and address with Karen.
Wednesday Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting is this Wednesday at 8:30 am!
Bring a Friend to Church Sunday
Sunday, June 14th, bring a Friend with you to hear about the glories of Jesus Christ and enjoy the friendship of our church.
Ties for Burundi
Pastor Shawn is collecting men’s neckties to give as gifts to pastors in Burundi. Grab those unused ties in the back of your closet and bring them for pastors who will treasure them.
Elders Meeting
The next Elders Meeting is on Monday, May 11th at 7:00 pm.
Growth Group Questions
Getting Started
1. How many notifications do you think you receive on your smartphone every day?
2. What is your favorite way to relax on a Saturday morning?
Digging Deeper
3. Read Hebrews 2:1. What do you think it looks like when we begin to give earnest attention to something?
4. Read Hebrews 2:2. In what ways did God discipline Israel when they transgressed His Law given by angels?
5. Read Hebrews 2:3. How is our salvation “so great”?
6. Read Hebrews 2:4. What does it say about God’s character that He has provided us three key ways to remain focused on Christ?
Living It Out
7. What are ways that the church can draw people who have drifted away back into fellowship and service?
8. How has the Lord’s Supper been a powerful act to help people remain focused on Christ for hundreds of years?
9. Can you give a practical step to help others resist becoming overwhelmed by the distractions of the world?