The Word

Rejoice in the Day God Has Made Scripture Reference(s) •1 John 1:7 Introduction •Family & Friends Day gathering framed as a divinely appointed moment, not a casual meet-up. •Emphasis on “holy ground”: the service is built on God’s presence, not merely human attendance. •Tone set with repeated declarations of joy, praise, and expectation that God will transcend personal weariness, unanswered questions, and private battles. Key Points / Exposition 1. Fellowship: More Th

Our Hearts Were Made to Love God Scripture References •Deuteronomy 30:6 •2 Thessalonians 3:5 •Ezekiel 11:19–20 •1 John 4:16–21 •Revelation 2:4 Introduction Pastor Joyce recounts a restless Saturday night when God redirected the planned message, leading instead to a fresh word about the human heart. Drawing on medical imagery—open-heart surgery, pacemakers, “code-blue” emergencies—she explains that God designs, opens, repairs, and even transplants hearts so that His pe

I Choose to Honor Scripture References 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13; Exodus 17:8-13; Ephesians 4:11-12; Mark 6:4; 1 Peter 4:8; Psalm 37:23; Hebrews 12:2; Philippians 1:6; Proverbs 14:12; Isaiah 40:29 Introduction Elder Grigsby opens with heartfelt gratitude for faithful pastors, noting how easy it is—especially in an age of social media scandals—to forget the gift of leaders who walk in integrity and preach uncompromised truth. Today’s gathering is an intentional act of honori