Assembly of God

Jesus is often pictured as a mild-mannered, traveling teacher, so it might be surprising to learn that one of his purposes was to turn the world as it was upside down. Pastor Church Franco’s sermon, titled “Jesus Came To Shake Things Up,” from Matthew 2:1-3:4 will observe this trait on Dec. 27.

Though Jesus came as a helpless infant, his birth was heralded by angels, celebrated by shepherds and scholars and marked by a guiding star. His childhood is largely missing in scripture, but the events that are there point to his exceptional character and wisdom. Upon beginning his ministry as an adult, the religious system and customs followed for centuries were challenged and overturned, as the New Covenant became a reality.

The Wednesday Bible study will be in recess due to the New Year’s Eve holiday on Dec. 31. A new study from Francis Chan will begin on Jan. 7 in Clubhouse 3, Room 2.

Leisure World Assembly of God meets Sundays at 10:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2, throughout December. Starting Jan. 4, the new meeting place will be the lobby of Clubhouse 3.

The Wednesday Bible study is at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2.

For more information on the church, visit www. lwassemblyofgod. com, or the Leisure World Assembly of God Church Facebook Page, where people can catch up on past sermons. People can contact the church office at 562-357-4360, or pastorchuck@ lwassemblyofgod.com

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