Pastor Ryan Doughty
November 14-15, 2020
Matthew 5:10-12
10Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. Matthew 5:10-12 (ESV)
Take home Truth:
Persecution is a normal part of following Jesus and how we endure it proclaims the uniqueness of God’s people in the world.
Persecution happens.
Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 2 Timothy 3:12 (ESV)
Three realities of persecution:
a) Persecution confronts our desire for approval.
b) Persecution confronts our desire for comfort.
c) Persecution is endured through perspective.
Two promises to the persecuted:
• The HOPE of the ultimate comfort.
• The HOPE of the highest approval.
What’s happening with the LCC Family…
Register for weekend services: www.lighthousehome.org/gather
Step By Step Drive-Through Christmas Party: LCC will be hosting the Step By Step Christmas Celebration on December 6. This year, the celebration will be a drive-through event. Visit www.lighthousehome.org/sbs for all the details regarding donations and volunteer opportunities.
Perspectives: Make plans now to be a part of Perspectives: Made for More, a 15-week journey looking in-depth at the biblical, historical, cultural, and strategic aspects of God’s global plan to reconcile every nation, tribe, people, and tongue to Himself. Sundays at 2:00pm, January 10 through May 16. For more info and a link to register, visit www.lighthousehome.org/perspectives.
Sermon Notes for Kids
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Stay Connected
We are in this together! During the COVID-19 pandemic, we are finding new ways to help our church family stay connected with one another. To share prayer requests, get updates, see online gatherings, and learn ways you can help your neighbors, go to www.lighthousehome.org/connect.
Ways to Give
We have a couple of ways for you to give your tithes & offerings during the COVID-19 pandemic. You may mail your checks to Lighthouse Christian Center P.O. Box 73517 Puyallup, WA 98373 or visit www.lighthousehome.org/give to give online.
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