February 5, 2023
Livestream begins at 9:25 am
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Special Offering – KJCY Kinship Radio
Special Music -Pam Bergman
"Now I Belong"
Mark 9:41 KJV
How Great is Our God
God's Parting Blessing:
God go before you to lead you, God go behind you to protect you,
God go beneath you to support you, God go beside you to befriend you.
Do not be afraid.
May the blessing of God, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit be upon you
Do not be afraid. Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
Amen
Hebrews 12:1-3
12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
Introduction – Who is your hero?
- Hero’s persevere
I. Consider the Witnesses (v. 1a, 11:39-40)
12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses,
39 These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised, 40 since God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect.
A. Those Gone Before (NIV note, Jerash)
B. Those around us now
II. And You
A. Eyes on Christ (vv. 2-3)
2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
B. With perseverance
Application (2 Timothy 4:7-8)
7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.
Verse 1
He's coming on the clouds
Kings and kingdoms will bow down
And every chain will break
As broken hearts declare His praise
For who can stop the Lord Almighty
Chorus
Our God is the Lion
The Lion of Judah
He's roaring with power
And fighting our battles
And every knee will bow before Him
Our God is the Lamb
The Lamb that was slain
For the sins of the world
His blood breaks the chains
And every knee will bow before the Lion and the Lamb
Every knee will bow before Him
Verse 2
So open up the gates
Make way before the King of kings
The God who comes to save
Is here to set the captives free
For who can stop the Lord Almighty
Chorus
Bridge
Who can stop the Lord Almighty
Who can stop the Lord (Almighty)
Chorus
Verse 1
Worthy is the Lamb Who was slain
Holy holy is He
Sing a new song to Him Who sits on
Heaven's mercy seat
Chorus
Holy holy holy
Is the Lord God Almighty
Who was and is and is to come
With all creation I sing
Praise to the King of kings
You are my ev'rything
And I will adore You
Verse 2
Clothed in rainbows of living color
Flashes of lightning rolls of thunder
Blessing and honor strength and glory
And power be to You the only wise King
Chorus
Verse 3
Filled with wonder awestruck wonder
At the mention of Your name
Jesus Your name is power breath and living water
Such a marv'lous mystery yeah
Chorus (2x)
Verse 1
Alleluia alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia
Chorus
(You are) Holy holy
Are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
You are holy holy
Are You Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb
Amen
Verse 1
The splendor of the King
Clothed in majesty
Let all the earth rejoice
All the earth rejoice
He wraps Himself in light
And darkness tries to hide
And trembles at His voice
And trembles at His voice
Chorus
How great is our God
Sing with me
How great is our God
And all will see how great
How great is our God
Verse 2
And age to age He stands
And time is in His hands
Beginning and the End
Beginning and the End
The Godhead three in one
Father Spirit Son
The Lion and the Lamb
The Lion and the Lamb
Chorus
Bridge
Name above all names
Worthy of all praise
My heart will sing
How great is our God
Chorus
Nursery is open and staffed today.
Thank you
Mary Jo Konigsberg and Estella Huesman. Please sign your child in.
February 13, 2023, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. BYOGames, BYOSnacks,(some provided). Sign up sheet is next to the Church office. Please sign up and indicated what games you will be bringing.
Did you check out the Missionary Giving Thermometer in the Fellowship Hall? That's right, the Giving Thermometer has reached $5,200! Good giving, RACRC! Our missionaries, the Helfers (South Africa) and the Klompiens (Nepal) will be blessed by our growing gift to their ministries to grow God's Kingdom. Let's keep moving toward our goal of $7,500 by May 1st......
Our new Deacons and Elders joining the Church Council in January will be Robert Miller, Justin Bochman, Brian Dirksen, and Mick Pals.
Check out the bulletin board by the kitchen! See the new Council members, their bio’s and what district you are in. There is a new district list in your mailbox.
"Are you someone who enjoys hosting people and helping them to enjoy a great time of togetherness? Fellowship Committee is looking for you! We would love to add several new people to our team. This is a great opportunity to use your hosting and organizing skills, as well as helping to introduce new ideas, here at RACRC. Please contact Mick Pals or Brad Koenigsberg with your "YES That's Me" answer.
Through the generosity of several individuals, an endowment fund has been provided for RACRC's use to expand God's Kingdom and the work of His Kingdom. These funds are intended for use in meeting needs that are not part of the ongoing programs and operations of the church. These endowment funds are maintained and managed to grow the principal of the funds to allow for perpetuity of God's work. The earnings generated by the principal may be distributed on an annual basis. If interested, applications are due by 7-31 annually. Applications are available from Endowment Fund Committee members Brad Koenigsberg, Gail Seebeck, Terri Pals, and Jill Huisman.
Our new Deacons and Elders joining the Church Council in January will be Robert Miller, Justin Bochman, Brian Dirksen, and Mick Pals.
Check out the bulletin board by the kitchen! See the new Council members, their bio’s and what district you are in. There is a new district list in your mailbox.
Movies based on, books. Read the book, then watch the movie! Also there are some new books added recently, check them out!
If you are interested in painting a wooded barn quilt, please talk to Jenny Trettin. There are various sizes and patterns. If there is enough interest, we could do a group order, save a little money, and a group painting.
At the Missions Corner, you can find an updated newsletter from Helfers, Our missionaries from South Africa
When you come and let yourself into the church, or use the facilities, please make sure that you turn off all the lights and make sure the doors lock behind you. Last week the church was left open overnight and we can’t let that happen. We are just inviting trouble. Please, Please Make Sure The Doors Are LOCKED.
Reminder: If you are the last person leaving the church after any event or activity, Please remember to clean up; i.e. tables, chairs, and kitchen, turn off the lights, shut the windows, and lock the doors. Thank you Management
KJCY, Kinship Radio out of Mankato, with an office here in Mason City. KJCY 95.5. Their mission statement is “Kinship Radio exists to communicate that Jesus is Lord through worship and the word.” Their vision statement is “Through Kinship Radio’s platform, every person will have the opportunity to discover, know and grow in a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.”
For those who don’t know, Dorothy Opperman has moved to the IOOF Home. She is in room 27. Her phone number is the same. If you would like to send her a correspondent, her mailing address is: 21338 Orchid Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
No Coffee N Chat. Coffee N Chat will not be starting up again until March 15th, so mark your calendar and come join us.
Reminder if you borrow tables and chairs from the church, please remember to follow equipment borrowing procedures. Upon return, please make sure all items are clean and in good order.
There are activity bags available for the children, during worship service. They are located next to the coat rack in a bin.
Don't forget about the Library: There are some New books added to the Library.
Would you like access to the devotional offered by the church, please call 641-424-1369 or email the church secretary at racrcsec@msn.com.
Please pray for Alice, Julie Heartland’s mother who is in the hospital that she has a fast recovery. Pray for Judy Eden pray for her recovery from back surgery and hope to get off pain meds as she anticipates therapy. Prayers for Marv Alps who is going through some medical challenges - both old and new. Continue to pray for Franklin Norris, as he continues to heal from his surgery. Keep Tony Trettin in your prayers he is home now and recovering. Pray for our missionary family the Helfers as they minister to the people of South Africa. Pray for our Elders and Deacons, that they have the discernment to know how to govern over our church. Pray that God’s purpose will be done.
Hebrews 12:1-3
Thoughts for Today
· Review Outline
· Who is your Hero? Why?
· How do you keep your eyes on Christ? Explain.
God Is Good…
God Bless – Pastor Phil
*Let me encourage you in RA’s Monthly Memory 😊*
Make it a matter of prayer
Letting Your Light Shine
Matthew 5:13-16
I hope you all know the song, "This Little Light of Mine" because I want you to help me sing that song this morning. While we sing it, I’m going to hold up this light and let it shine all around. (Sing the song, but the light doesn’t shine.)
What’s wrong? My light isn’t shining. (Someone will probably notice that it isn’t plugged in.) Oh, here’s the problem, my light wasn’t plugged in. (Plug in the light.)
Let’s try it again. (Sing the song, but the light still doesn’t shine.) Well, I wonder what the problem is now? (Someone may suggest that the light wasn’t turned on.) Oh, here’s the problem, my light wasn’t turned on. Let’s try it one more time. (Sing the song again and this time the light will shine.)
The Bible tells us that we should let our light shine. Before our light will shine, we must be plugged in and turned on. We must be plugged into God’s power supply.
How do you think we might “plug in” to God’s power supply? (It’s okay if kids don’t know.)
When we believe in Jesus, it’s like we’re plugged into God’s power supply. We can also plug into God’s power supply by coming to church to learn about God and to worship Him. And when we read the Bible together, we are plugged into God’s power supply.
What’s a way you plug in that makes you feel close to God?
When we are plugged in, it helps us be close to God. And it also makes us shine like lights.
Dear Lord, we want our light to shine. We ask You to help us to remember that we need to be plugged into Your power and we need to be turned on for Jesus.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Here is the link: Let Your Light Shine Children's Sermon | Sermons4Kids