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
The knowledge of sin is the main theme in Romans 7. Verse 12 tells us the law is holy, and the commandments are good and just. Yet as the apostle Paul continues, he asks in verse 13, “has what is good become death to me?” He is asking if the law is dooming the apostle and other believers to death. He responds with a resounding “certainly not!”
Sin did not originate in the law; the law simply revealed the exceeding sinfulness of it and mankind. Paul wrote in Romans 3:20 that “by the law is the knowledge of sin.” What is mankind’s response when God’s holy law forbids people to do something? It stirs the desires of sinful hearts to do what is forbidden; thus, sin becomes exceedingly sinful. It is not the fault of the law; it is man’s sinful heart that dooms him. In verse 14 Paul says, “For we know that the law is spiritual, but I am carnal.” He goes on in alter verses to explain the struggle that goes on within the believer, between the spiritual and carnal man.
Weekly Services
Sunday services are from 9:30-10:45 a.m. and feature traditional hymnal music led by Janet Ray with Ruth Bonnema at the piano. This week, Kevin and Angela Billing will bring the special music.
Saturday services include contemporary songs, led by Gregory Black with guitar and vocal accompaniment. Saturday service time is 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Midweek Studies
Melli Herrera leads the Monday Bible study from 10:3011:30 a.m.
Pastor Bruce Humes leads the Thursday Bible study from 10:3011:30 a.m. and the Friday prayer and Bible study from 4-5 p.m.
All Leisure World residents are welcome to attend the above services and Bible studies.
Scripture of the Week
“For the Lord is righteous, He loves righteousness; the upright will behold His face” Psalm 11:7.
Contact
First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125.
For more information or to express a need, call the church message at 562-431-8810. The call will be returned as soon as possible.
