First Christian Church

First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible, most often verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors. People are welcome to worship and explore God’s word together “that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine” (Romans 1:12).

Message

In 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22, the apostle Paul closes out his letter to the church in Thessalonica writing, “Do not quench the Spirit.” The spirit of God was moving in a mighty way in the hearts of the believers in Thessalonica, and Paul encouraged them not to let that fire go out.

Paul continues, “Do not despise prophecies.” Despise means “to make utterly nothing of” prophesies, or God’s prophetic word. Instead, believers should hold his word in high esteem.

Next, Paul instructs them to “Test all things; hold fast what is good.” That’s good advice not only spiritually , but in everyday life as well. He finishes in verse 22: “Abstain from every form of evil.” Believers should all strive to live in holiness, refraining from being part of anything evil; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus.

Weekend Services

Sunday services from 9:30-10:45 a.m. are traditional, with hymnal music led by Pat Kogak at the piano. This Sunday, in honor of Mother’s Day, the church choir will sing “Sunshine in My Soul.” Saturday services, from 9:20-10:45 a.m., are more contemporary, with Gregory Black leading in worship with guitar accompaniment.

Mid-Week Studies Pastor Gary Whitlach leads the Bible study held on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Thursday’s Bible study, led by Elder Jack Frost, is held from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Friday’s prayer and Bible Study, led by Pastor Bruce Humes, is held from 6-7 p.m.

All Leisure World residents are welcome to attend.

Scripture of the Week

“Therefore, be imitators of God, as beloved children; and walk in love, just as Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering, and a sacrifice to God as a fragrant aroma” (Ephesians 5:1, NASB).

Contact

First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. For more information, call the church at (562) 431-8810.