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Joseph’s story suggests three hidden realities crucial to navigating life’s pits:
1. The hidden
Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many. Hebrews 12:15b NLT
2. The hidden
We even take pride in our problems, because we know that trouble produces endurance, endurance produces character, and character produces hope. Romans 5:3,4 CEB
3. The hidden
(God says) “My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please. From the east I summon a bird of prey; from a far-off land, a man to fulfill my purpose. What I have said, that I will bring about; what I have planned, that I will do.” Isaiah 46:10b-11 NIV
Recognize this false belief:
God’s purpose for me will always be
Replace it with this true belief:
God’s purpose for me is absolutely
Today we partake in communion. This dates back to Jesus himself, who said, “Do this in remembrance of me.” (Luke 22:19) As Christians eat the bread and drink from the cup, they recall Jesus’ broken body and spilled blood, His sacrifice for our salvation. We invite all who trust in Jesus as Savior to receive communion.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
Dive deeper into this weekend’s passage and pick up a “You’ll Get Through This” study guide on the weekend or in the office during the week. You can also download one at tlc.org/smallgroups.
LIFE AT TLC
New to TLC?
- Fill out the welcome card in the seat in front of you or go to [tlc.org/new](https://www.tlc.org/new]
- Pick up a gift bag at our info desk
- Sign up to receive our newsletter at tlc.org/newsletter or scan the QR code
Next Steps Class
- Interested in baptism or church membership—or just want to explore TLC?
- This Sunday • 12:30-4pm • Next to Loft Coffee • Lunch & kids program provided!
Beach Baptism
- 10/16 • Seacliff Beach • 12:30pm lunch; 1:15pm baptisms
Midweek Classes
- Mondays 7pm at TLC: Recovery groups
- Tuesdays 6:30pm at Mission Springs: Life of Joseph group
- Tuesdays 6pm at TLC: Jr. High group, Parents of Jr. Highers class
- Wednesdays 6:30pm at TLC: Variety of adult electives, High School group, and children’s classes (dinner starts at 5:15pm)
- Thursdays 8pm at Loft: The Hub college group
- And many more groups too! See tlc.org for more info.
Caolo Zamorano Concert
- Latin Grammy-winning worship leader! 10/7 • 8pm • tlc.org/concierto That’s in advance of the launch of our Spanish service on 10/23 at 11am!
To help support the ministry of Twin Lakes Church please place your offering in the lobby tithe boxes, or go to tlc.org/give. Thank you!
Get help or prayer after each service from our Stephen Ministers near the stage, or at tlc.org/help and tlc.org/prayer