First Christian Church
First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible, verse by verse.
It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors to join in 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.
Pastor’s Message
Genesis 18 begins with a reminder that nothing is too difficult for the Lord. Abraham saw three men standing opposite him. He recognized the guests as being of great importance. He hurriedly goes to his wife, Sarah, and tells her to quickly prepare bread and then prepare a customary meal to honor to guests of importance.
The guests asked Abraham where his wife was. He replied,“In the tent.” Then the visitor said, “I will return to you at this time next year and Sarah your wife will have a son.” Sarah was listening at the tent door and laughed,because she had already passed childbearing age. And the Lord said to Abraham, “Why did Sarah laugh, saying, ‘Shall I indeed bear a child when I am so old?’ Is anything too difficult for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, and Sarah will have a son.” This announcement reaffirmed the promise God had made in Genesis 17:12. Sarah doubted that God could do something so miraculous.
The Bible is filled with promises of God. Many of them have been fulfilled, and many will be done in future days. There have been countless doubters through the centuries, but the Bible shows that God’s promises are fulfilled.
Weekend Services
Sunday services are traditional from 9:30-10:45 a.m. with hymnal music led by Janet Ray and Pat Kogak at the piano. Kogak will also present the special music this week.
Saturday services includes contemporary songs of worship, led by Gregory Black with guitar and vocal accompaniment. Saturday service 9:30-10:45 Saturday services are more contemporary with Gregory Black leading worship with guitar accompaniment. The service is held from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Midweek Studies
The women’s Bible study, led by Melli Herrera is held on Mondays from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Pastor Gary Whitlatch leads the Tuesday Bible study group from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
The Thursday Bible study group, led by Pastor Bruce Humes, meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Pastor Humes also leads the prayer and Bible study group on Fridays from 6-7 p.m.
All Leisure World residents are welcome to attend the above services and Bible studies.
Scripture of the Week
“Then a cloud formed, overshadowing them, and a voice came out of the cloud, ‘This is my beloved son, listen to him!’”
Contact
For more information, call the church message line at 562431-8810.
