Encounters with Jesus' People pt 7
Dave Johnston Associate Pastor
Part of Encounters
October 22, 2023

October 22, 2023
Acts 19:23-37

was the of Paul’s ministry.

Acts 19.23-27

Demetrius’ speech in four parts (vs 26-27):

  1. Look at our
  2. Paul’s impact
  3. Paul’s
  4. The
    to our guild
    to our temple
    to our cult

Five Elements of the Kingdom of God
1.


2.
3.
4.
5.

Acts 19.28-34

They were not primarily interested in

interest, but the of worship.

Acts 19.35-37

All the characters in this story are

.

The

is unstoppable.

“In a godless age, there will be gods. What replaces religion is either the quest for power or the lust for pleasure.” - Michael Bird

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Giving - Sunday, October 15, 2023 $25,304.30

  • Food Closet - Jiffy Cornbread mix

  • Staff Appreciation Month - The Deacons will collect funds throughout October to show our appreciation for the staff. Label your contribution “Staff Appreciation” so it is properly credited. As always, pray for your staff and give words of encouragement.

  • Men’s Dominos - Thursday, October 26th @9:00am.

  • Trunk or Treat - Sunday, October 29th 5:30-7:30pm. Candy donations are needed. Our goal is to collect 750 lbs.!

  • Membership Matters - Sunday, November 5th @9am. This is for our new members and those interested in knowing more about our church family and the different ministries you may be interested in serving. Sign up on the app or this link: https://subspla.sh/837w7vj/

  • Ladies Wednesday Night Bible Study - Exodus, What We Do with Freedom pt. 2 kicks off November 1st @6:15pm. Email brandi.johnston@gmail.com for more information.

  • 3rd Quarter Business Meeting - Sunday, November 5th @5pm in the Worship Center.

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