“According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, who by God’s power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”
(1 Peter 1:3-5 ESV, Suggested reading: all of chapter 1)
Dear Friends,
Greetings in Jesus’ name.
From the Today’s Light Bible, I share the following:
It may surprise you to know that your whole life story appears in the Bible. In fact, you just read it! 1 Peter 1 gives the biography of every Christian who has ever lived on earth. This is your story and mine:
- Before creation, God chose you (1 Peter 1:2) – elected you (1 Peter 1:1) – to belong to Him. Your real home is with God; you live here on earth as a stranger (1 Peter 1:1).
- God sent the prophets for your sake, so you could hear and believe the Gospel (1 Peter 1:10-12).
- God has worked new life, spiritual life, in you, and He has written your name into His will. You have become, in Jesus, His child and heir (1 Peter 1:3-4).
- Right now you are enduring various kinds of trials. These bring you grief, but God is keeping you in faith (1 Peter 1:5-7).
- Despite your hardships, you live in the joy He gives you – a joy too full for words (1 Peter 1:7).
- When Jesus returns, your life experiences and faith-walk will bring praise, glory, and honor to Him (1 Peter 1:7).
Aren’t those the important pieces of your life story? Life is Christ. The rest is only details.
Coming Up this Sunday at Prince of Peace …
10:00 Matins with Contemporary Accompaniment
Sermon Theme: “Get Out of the Boat” based on Matthew 14:22–33
11:00 Coffee Hour
Coming Up …
The Coffee Hour following Sunday’s service will give us opportunity to rejoice with Scott and Donna who were wed last Saturday, and to welcome new members. Plan to stay and enjoy.
Walk, Talk and Pray! Start your day on the right foot! If you are interested in walking each weekday morning please meet at the church at 8:00 am for a 30-45 minute walk (maybe work up to an hour). After the walk celebrate with a tea/coffee (NO DONUTS).
It’s time to start thinking and praying about students for Sunday School and Confirmation instruction this fall. Know someone ages preschool through Jr. High? Let me know and you and I can arrange a way of inviting them.
Calendar Update: Pastor William Gillissie will here to preach and lead the service on Sunday, August 31.
Volunteers Desired for a Fall Event at PoP (a fellowship/community event yet to be determined). See Brad if you have ideas and/or want to assist.
Online …
The Concordia Publishing House 2014 Fall Bible Sale is now on! Take advantage of this opportunity to save up to 33% on popular Bibles such as The Lutheran Study Bible and Today’s Light Devotional Bible. There is also Free Shipping on orders of 10 or more items from the Fall Bible Sale. A new resource offered is the Lutheran Bible Companion. How to order: browse online (Click here), copy the name of the product and its “Item #”, order via our sign-up sheet here at Prince of Peace. Simple as that!
Pray for LCC’s Missions in August: LCC is encouraging its members to keep the church’s missions in prayer this August. In keeping with LCC’s current triennial theme—”Come to Him Who Answers Prayer”—Dr. Neitzel has prepared a prayer calendar highlighting the needs of LCC missionaries around the world. Click here.
He Makes War to Cease: Canadian Lutherans and WWI: This past weekend marked the hundredth anniversary of Canada’s entrance into World War I. What effect did the war have on the Lutheran church in Canada? Click here.
“Holding on to Hope During Separation” Is there trouble in your family with separation and pending divorce? Focus on the Family has a 2-part discussion with noted author and counsellor, Gary Chapman, entitled “Holding on to Hope During Separation.” Listen to them online! For part 1, click here . For part 2, click here .
Our People Reading God’s Word …
Week 101 of the Bible Reading Plan: (August 11-16)
| Monday | 1 John 1:1-10 |
| Tuesday | 1 John 2:1-29 |
| Wednesday | 1 John 3:1-24 |
| Thursday | 1 John 4:1-21 |
| Friday | 1 John 5:1-21 |
| Saturday | 2 John 1-13 |
Even if you haven’t been able to read every day, you certainly had opportunity to grow in God’s Word. And that is something I pray you will continue in some fashion going forward. “Thy Word is a lamp onto my feet, and a light onto my path.” (Ps. 119:105 KJV)
Did you know that we’ll have concluded the 2-Year Through-the-Bible Reading Program on September 10? It will be a significant accomplishment in drawing near to the Lord through His Word for everyone who committed to this personal goal.
You can listen to the day’s reading by clicking the links on our Bible reading webpage. Go to poplc.ca.
In your prayers, please remember:
- Brad currently hobbled with foot, leg and back difficulties
- June undergoing treatment
- Ester who is undergoing tests
- Pastor and Mary Hambrock whose daughter is recovering from cancer-related surgery and awaiting test results
- Those who are troubled, distressed, persecuted, deprived and endangered, especially Christians in Iraq who are being forced to choose between converting to Islam, fleeing the country, or death, that the Lord would provide and deliver
- Peace in places of strife: between Israel and Gaza, and in places like Syria and Ukraine
- For all those who travel this summer
The Lord be with you.
Yours in Christ Jesus,
Pastor Kevin Walrath
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
1299 Brant St.
Burlington, ON
905-332-7671
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