Welcome to the Lord’s day worship service at Grace Church.

We are truly blessed to be here this morning as we open God’s Word together, sing His praises,

and enjoy a time of fellowship in His presence.

Be sure to take advantage of the many fellowship and ministry

opportunities available to our church family today and

throughout the week.

John MacArthurPASTOR-TEACHER

Clayton Erb / Minister of Music

Vol. 19 No. 40

October 4, 2015

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Fugue in G (“Gigue”) • Bach • Stephen Sturz, Organist

Hymn 461 He Leadeth Me • CongregationHymn 462 Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

All the Way My Savior Leads Me • Lowry/Rice • String Orchestra, Woodwinds, Piano

All His Benefits • Baloche-Kerf/Taylor-Burgess • Worship Choir

Hymn 531 Satisfied • Congregation

O Thou, in Whose Presence • Swain-Lewis/Schreiner-Ortega-Rice • James Phillipps

MESSAGE: HATED BY THE WORLD John MacArthur • John 15:17–25

Doxology Hymn • Congregation

O Christ, Forgive Thy Servants • Dupré • Organ Postlude

6:00 pm

Higher Ground • Gabriel/Kee • Instrumental Prelude

Songs of Praise • Congregation

Baptism • Tom Patton

He Will Hold Me Fast • Habershon-Merker • Offertory

MESSAGE: THE LORD SPEAKS TO HIS CHURCH IN A HOSTILE WORLD, PART 5 Thyatira: The Church that Tolerates Sin John MacArthur • Revelation 2:18–29

The Lord’s Prayer • Malotte/Sturz • Organ Postlude

* Interpreting for the deaf is provided during the 10:30 a.m. service. Arabic translation for the 10:30 a.m. service is available at gracechurch.org/live.

All His BenefitsPraise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits;Who forgives all your sins, and heals all your diseases.

Who redeems your life from the pit,And crowns you with love and compassion;Who satisfies your desires with good things,So that your youth is renewed, like the eagle’s.

Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits;Who forgives all your sins, and heals all your diseases.

Who redeems your life from the pit,And crowns you with love and compassion;Who satisfies your desires with good things,So that your youth is renewed, like the eagle’s.

Praise the Lord, and forget not all His benefits,Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.

Words adapted from Psalm 103:2–5; music by Paul Baloche and Ed Kerr

Hymn 26 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

A mighty fortress is our God, A bulwark never failing;Our helper He amid the flood Of mortal ills prevailing.For still our ancient foe Doth seek to work us woe—His craft and power are great, and, armed with cruel hate,On earth is not his equal.

And though this world, with devils filled, Should threaten to undo us,We will not fear, for God hath willed His truth to triumph through us.The prince of darkness grim, We tremble not for him—His rage we can endure, For lo, his doom is sure:One little word shall fell him.

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• Fundamentals of the Faith• Local Outreach• Walk for Life

• Grace Advance & Raised Project Tickets• Logos Institute• Spanish Ministries (by the Chapel)

• Women’s Fall Event

THE WELCOME CENTER hosts a reception for visitors following each Sunday-morning service. Enjoy refreshments and find helpful people with answers to any questions you have about our church. You’ll also receive one of Pastor MacArthur’s books as a thank you for being with us today.

THE MEMBER CENTER has information about membership and baptism. It is located on the north side of the Heritage Building, across from the Welcome Center.

Today’s Membership Class 101 • 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. • T66 (basement)

THE PRAYER ROOM is staffed with counselors, ready to offer pastoral care. It is open after every service, and is adjacent to the Worship Center.

Campus Ministries On GraceWalk

Cain Rebels against GodGenesis 4:1–15God will punish sinful attitudes and actions.

“All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”

What offerings did Cain and Abel bring to God?

By serving the Lord with gladness.

As a family, read Genesis 4:1–15.

Genesis 6:5–7:24

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Generations of Grace Children’s Sunday SchoolThe following lesson was taught today in Sunday School (Preschool through Juniors)

On the Patio

Bookstore

The Bookstore is open after each service and during the week. It is located on the south side of the Worship Center.

HIGHLIGHT

RADIO gty.org/radioAn Uncompromising Life • KKLA 99.5 FM LOS ANGELES M–F 6:30 am & 7:30 pm • KDAR 98.3 FM OXNARD•VENTURA M–F 2:00 & 10:00 am; Sun 2:00 am

TELEVISION gty.org/television“The Necessities for Effective Prayer” • NRB Network CHANNEL 378 ON DIRECTV Sunday 6:30 pm

ONLINE gty.org • Sunday sermons • Audio archive: John MacArthur’s pulpit ministry • Resource library: books, study guides, videos, Q&As

All audio is available for free listening or downloading.

Grace to You

Adapted from Lesson 4 of the Generations of Grace Family Devotional, available at the bookstore.

LIFELINE BOOKLETS

“These little books are directly targeted to the issues that we all face and they hit the bull’s-eye. They are faithful to Scripture and they demonstrate insight into its application. Churches need to make these available for their congregations.”

—John MacArthur

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Hispanics in California, comprising nearly

one-third of the state’s population.

The statistics for Los Angeles are even more remarkable. Today,

the Hispanic community in Los Angeles makes

up 48% of the city’s population, a number that will continue to rise. The Mexican population of Los Angeles is second only to that of Mexico City, and we are also home to large populations of people from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua, as well as smaller numbers from countless other Spanish-speaking countries.

Spanish Ministry at Grace Church began more than thirty-five years ago in response to this local mission field. With a history of faithful

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COMMUNITYSpanish Ministry

You don’t have to travel very far from Grace Church to get to the mission field; in fact, one of the fastest-growing mission fields in the world lies within walking distance of our church. We’re referring, of course, to the vast Hispanic population right outside our doors.

According to government projections, by 2042 Hispanics will make up a majority of the state’s population. This trend began in the 1960s, and Hispanics (the majority from Mexico) have been the state’s fastest-growing immigrant group ever since. Today there are fourteen million

service to the growing Hispanic population of our city, today our ministry is experiencing tremendous growth and influence in the San Fernando Valley.

Representing more than sixteen nationalities, our Spanish Ministry is driven by an enthusiasm and vision for evangelism. God is using our members to reach the community for His glory through a variety of weekly ministry opportunities, from home Bible studies and local evangelism to jail and hospital outreach

ministries. We also enjoy two Lord’s Day worship services in Spanish (8:30 and 10:30 a.m.), along with Spanish Sunday School classes, Fundamentals of the Faith, women’s ministry, men’s ministry, baptism classes, membership

classes, family and marriage counseling, evangelism classes,

discipleship training, and several annual outreach events. The

ministry continues to have a passionate heart to reach those neighborhoods surrounding Grace Church, and we are thankful that God has chosen to bless us with spiritual and numerical growth.

the Hispanic community in Los Angeles makes up 48% of the city’s population

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SPECIAL MINISTRIES THIS FALLGRACE ClubOCTOBER–MAY • TUESDAYS • 6:45–8:30 P.M.More than 100 staff and club members come to participate in sports activities in the Family Center,

followed by a chapel time and small group interaction.

Sunday School Classes8:30 AND 10:30 A.M.A typical class includes involves singing, prayer, a Bible lesson, and crafts. We are in need of teachers, aides, and volunteers who can use their gifts in any of

these areas.

TransportationSUNDAYSWe help train our drivers to operate specially equipped vehicles; assistants need no special training. Drivers

and assistants serve one Sunday each month.

Worship Service AttendantSUNDAYSVolunteers hold Bibles and hymnals, take notes from the sermon, and escort people back to the transporta-

tion that takes them home.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SERVING IN SPECIAL MINISTRIES, CALL 818-909-5519.

We are thankful for how God continues to use Spanish Ministry at Grace Church. We are so grateful for the expansion and growth that we have enjoyed. Please pray that God will continue to use this ministry for His glory in reaching the Hispanic community for Christ, as we fulfill the Great Commission right outside the doors of our own church.

To learn more, visit gracechurch.org/español

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Monthly Missions MeetingTuesday, October 6 • 7 p.m. • T260s

Hosted by the Elders’ Council Handling Outreach (ECHO)

Join us to hear updates from our missionaries and local outreach ministries, pray for their needs, and learn how you can be involved. This month’s speaker is Matt Floreen, missionary to Malawi.

Local Outreach SpotlightHope Bible StudyMondays • 7:00 p.m. • T274–275

Hope Bible Study is a transitional ministry that labors to encourage those who have been beset by life-dominating sin, such as drugs and alcohol, with the hope of Christ, the changing power of His Word, and the fellowship of His Church. If you or someone you know could benefit from this ministry, please email hopegcc@gmail.com or call the 818-909-5721.

Faith PromiseLast week you generously gave $17,349. Thank you for your ongoing support of our missionaries and their ministries around the world.

Grace Around the WorldThe Alvord FamilyBruce & Aimee, Steve, A.J., Shelby

Serving in Ukraine since 1992

Prayer / Praise

• Pray that the conflict in eastern Ukraine with Russia would draw many to the Lord.

• Pray that our son Steve would continue to stand strong in his spiritual convictions, find a like-minded friend, and be a light for Christ in the U.S. Marine Corps. Also, please pray for Bruce’s 81-year-old mother, who has health issues related to aging.

With the LordVince Garafalo recently went to be with the Lord. Please remember his family in your prayers.

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His godly ones. ––Psalm 116:15

Steeple HouseSundays in October7:30–11:00 p.m.

Throughout the month of October, come enjoy an extended time of fellowship, your favorite beverages, and special music on GraceWalk after the evening worship service.

High School Bible Study RetreatsPlease note that ONEIGHTY will not meet this morning due to Bible study retreats.

Walk for Life Supporting the Open Arms Pregnancy ClinicSaturday, October 24 • 8:30 a.m.–NoonNew Life Church of the Nazarene, Northridge

Stop by the table on GraceWalk this morning to register and pick up a sponsor pledge form. For more information about the Walk for Life and other ways to serve the Open Arms Pregnancy Clinic, visit WithOpenArms.org/events.

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Recognizing Our Servant-LeadersThe time has come to nominate Grace Church deacons and deaconesses for 2016. To nominate someone for an area of service, complete a nomination form (available from the church receptionist and at the Welcome Center) and return it to the receptionist no later than October 18.

Logos Institute Conference with Steve LawsonThe God-Centered Pursuit of the PuritansOctober 23–24Cost: $20 ($25 after October 5)

For more information or to register, visit the table on the patio this morning or gracechurch.org/logos.

Raised Project ConcertFriday, October 9

A limited number of tickets are still available on the patio this morning. Please note that you must have a ticket to attend this event.

Sojourners Women’s FellowshipThursday, October 15 • 9:30–11:30 a.m. • T270sSpeaker: Marjorie Stamper

All women are welcome. Call 818-887-9717 for more information.

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The Guild (Single adults)T361Pastor: Don Carr

Monday Morning Prayer GroupWelcome Center

8:30 a.m.Children’s Sunday SchoolVisit the Welcome Centerfor room locations. Pastor: Mike Johnston

Cornerstone(All ages) T371Pastors: Nathan Busenitz, Justin Harris, Mark Tatlock

Doulos (Young families & singles) T361Pastor: Carl Hargrove

FaithBuilders (All ages) T261Pastor: Bill Shannon

GraceLife (All ages)Family CenterPastors: Phil Johnson,Mike Riccardi

Junior High (Grades 7–8)T73 (Basement)Pastor: Jay Lennington

Mentally DisabledCC130 (east)Pastor: Rick McLean

Spanish Adult Sunday School H221-222 Teachers: Josiah Grauman, Angel Cardoza

Spanish Worship ServiceChapelPastors: Henry Tolopilo,Michael Mahoney

10:30 a.m.Children’s Sunday SchoolVisit the Welcome Centerfor room locations. Pastor: Mike Johnston

Crossroads(College & young adults)Family CenterPastor: Austin Duncan

High School (Grades 9–12)T73 (Basement)Pastor: Josh Petras

Joint Heirs (All ages) T261Pastors: Tom Patton, John Street

Mainstream (All ages) T361Pastor: Rich Gregory

Mentally DisabledCC130 (east)Pastor: Rick McLean

Sojourners (All ages) T371Pastor: William Varner

Spanish Adult Sunday School H221–222Teachers: Josiah Grauman, Ruben Pidal

Spanish Worship ServiceChapelPastors: Henry Tolopilo,Michael Mahoney

5:00 p.m.Sunday Night Prayer GroupGrace Grill(next to the Children’s Center)

6:00 p.m.Discovery (Grades 1–6)Family CenterDiscovery Kids (Ages 3–5)CC134-136

5:00 p.m.Neighborhood OutreachT273

Visit our website at

MINISTRY DIRECTORY

Administration818-909-5500

Children818-909-5631

Logos Institute818-909-5562

Membership818-909-5644

Men818-909-5537

Outreach818-909-5700

Pastoral Care & Counseling818-909-5537

Prayer818-909-5519

Spanish818-909-5722

Special Ministries818-909-5519

Student818-909-5593

Women818-909-5521

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Fridays 7:30 p.m.

Mondays 9:00 a.m.

Building Abbreviation KeyT = Tower H = Heritage CC = Children’s Center

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