582 W. Main
Street; Lexington, KY 40507
Pastor Victor G. Sholar
To present every person perfect (mature) in Christ. Col. 1:28
2024 Theme: “He Is The Great I AM” Exodus 3:14
Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Musical Prelude
Call to Worship
We have come as the body of Christ to do Holy business for our King. We have come in troubled times, but we have high spirits. We know the Eternal One is still on the throne. Saints, lift up holy hands, lift high your voices and praise the Sovereign One. Mighty is our God, holy are His judgments, and He is altogether lovely. Praise Him! Praise Him! Praise Him!
Hymn “He Hideth My Soul” #611
“It’s Wonderful to Live for Jesus” (printed)
Responsive Reading (printed)
Prayer
Grace Offerings Ushers
Prayer/Doxology
Recognition of Visitors/Observations Pulpit
Prayer Pulpit
Music Ministry MSBC Music Ministry
SERMON Elder Wayne Cornelius
Sermon Text: John 17:24
Sermon Title: “THE WILL OF CHRIST CONCERNING THE SAINTS”
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The manner of Christ’s request gives evidence of Godly authority. (vs 24a)
IV. The future of the saints shows forth the Focus of Future Glory. (vs 24d)
The Period to Receive Those Whom The Lord Will Send
Benediction
Closing
Elder Thomas provides below his email address for persons who may wish to reach out to him (with introductions, questions, suggestions, concerns, etc.).
May God’s blessings be upon him and the Thomas family.
Elder Isaiah Thomas
isaiah.thomasii@protonmail.com
Operation Christmas Child-Haiti
The fall season is upon us, which
means it's time to prepare for our annual Christmas Gift Giveaway! This year,
our hope is to package 300 gifts in backpacks. Thus, each child will receive a
double blessing - a backpack for school and toys to enjoy. Consider donating so
gifts can be purchased from our wishlist to encourage those in great need this
Christmas season. Thank you in advance for your kindness. Times are
indeed difficult for the Haitian community. The deadline to purchase is November 1st.
Please give your donations to Sis. Kristen Gordon or Dea. Les Moore so we can help these children. Thank you
Sweet Hour of Prayer”—Prayer Meeting
Again, all are encouraged to meet this Tuesday for a special time of prayer for our church body. Pastor Sholar has asked that we continue to gather at 12noon (presently at the Chapel) and assemble for one your, uniting in prayer before the LORD. We are blessed to know--and are assured--God hears and answers prayer—we want to be faithful to continue in prayer. Please plan to attend.
BIBLE STUDY – In-Person & Zoom Meetings
Please be mindful, Bible Study will now be held each Tuesday at 7pm both in-person at the Chapel and via Zoom. Please join us.
CHOIR REHEARSALS
Mass Choir rehearsals will be held each Wednesday at 7pm in the Chapel. (If events require this schedule to be adjusted, notice will be given.) As always, thanks for your cooperation. Bro. M. Rogers
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Health Ministry: Schedule--2024
1st Sundays -- Cassandra Dunford/Tonja Cummings
2nd Sundays -- Brandy Jeffries/ Charmaine Simpson
3rd Sundays -- Bernita Taylor/Ashley Neal
4th Sundays -- Vanessa Connor/ Nanette Jackson
5th Sundays -- Dec. 29 Vanessa Connor/Nanette Jackson
OCT.–NATIONAL CLERGY APPRECIATION MONTH
We are encouraged to honor the men of God during National Clergy Appreciation Month—October. This was started in 1992 by a non-profit group called Under His Wings Ministries.
"The elders who are good leaders should be considered worthy of an ample honorarium (of respect and remuneration; lit of double honor), especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching" (1 Timothy 5:17).
One thing everyone can do is to Pray for your Pastor & Ministers. It's the most powerful gift of love we can offer clergy leaders. Pray for wisdom, encouragement, strength and grace.
Expressions of Love: Church members are also urged to mail cards of encouragement and appreciation to ministers during the month, as well as gifts. We’re blessed of God for the men He has placed here in leadership. May God’s grace ever be showered upon them.
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Health Ministry Request
“O give thanks unto the LORD, for He is good.”
We are thankful to the LORD for His goodness upon all of our cancer survivors here in Main Street Church. Our Health Ministry knows many of those persons and seeks to continue to provide support, particularly in the aspect of educational advancement in research, treatments, and resources.
You are joined in thanking God for His rich mercies.
MSBC HEALTH MINISTRY
—Cancer Awareness
October is the month that we will be observing CANCER AWARENESS. Below is a chart with the coordinating cancer ribbons associated with each type. We are asking that on nest Sunday--Sunday, October 20th --each of you wear something PINK—as we raise awareness of BREAST CANCER.
Please be prayerful for persons of all types of cancer. May the hand of God bless each patient, medical staff and research teams, family members and caregivers, etc. Christ Jesus—the True Healer—is able to bless in each and every situation.
THE 180 GROUP will be meeting on Friday Nov. 8th, at 6:30pm (at 2308 Barnwell Lane, Moore Home). All members and those who wish to be a part of this young adult group are welcome to attend. For any question, please contact Les Moore (859-396-8359) or Corey Edmond.
BIBLE STUDY—A game being held at Rupp Arena. Please take note of announcement regarding possible changes.
Responsive Reading for the Month of October, 2024:
Catechism – a set form of questions and answers to teach the tenets of the Christian Faith:
Question: Are all people, just as they were lost through Adam, saved through Christ?
Answer: No, only those who are elected by God and united to Christ by faith.
Question: What happens after death to those not united to Christ by faith?
Answer: They will be cast out from the favorable presence of God, into hell, to be justly punished, forever.
Question: How can we be saved?
Answer: Only by faith in Jesus Christ and in His substitutionary atoning death on the cross.
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CHURCH THEME – 2024
“He is The Great I AM” Ex. 3:14
And God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM”; and He said, “This is what you shall say to the sons of Israel:
‘I AM has sent me to you.’”
BIBLE STUDY BOOKS
Pastor Sholar will be teaching from the book “Fundamentals of the Faith” (with book introduction by John MacArthur) for Tuesday night Bible Study. This book presents “13 lessons to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ.” All are encouraged to have a personal copy as this is a workbook.
Books have been ordered in bulk and may be purchased for $5. All who wish to get one may stop by the church office.