WELCOME to all. Our hope is that Christ will be exalted and you will be encouraged as we meet in celebration of Our Lord and Savior.
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TODAY we encourage those of you who are married to plan for a lunch date after church for yourselves. The sermon today will give you some things to talk about. Jason urges you not to have a double date, but to go as a couple. To facilitate this lunch, Julie and Pastor Jason are offering childcare here at the church after services that will include pizza and a movie. They would love company if any would like to join them. You’ll have until 2:15.
TWO OR MORE – Ladies, there is no Two or More for February, but please keep a sharp eye out for March and April dates. RSVPs will be needed.
HOPE IN HEALING – The Biblically-based grief support group is open to anyone who has suffered loss. The new 9-week session starts on Feb 21 from 7-8:30 pm at CenterPointe Christian Church on Hamilton Mason Road. For more info, contact Diana Stroh, firebrew2@aol.com
FACE TO FACE – Coming on Saturdays in March is a new experience in the Emmaus tradition for folks 60 and older, or for those with infirmities that would keep them from overnight stays. The program is designed to inspire, challenge and equip you for Christian action in your home, church, and community. This short course in Christianity will help you become a more effective disciple of Jesus Christ and actively engage in God’s mission. This will be held at Zion United Methodist Church, 4980 Zion Road, Cleves. Flyers and registration forms are on the bulletin board. Contact Bill or Pat Lindenschmidt for more info – 513-671-7059.
JUST A BIBLE (JAB) – Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm at The Centre. The study of the Gospel of Luke continues. Please come and join us, and as the name says, just bring a bible.
SATURDAY MEN’S FELLOWSHIP – After discussion of the book, Halftime, the men’s group will now be doing a study of the Book of Romans. This is a good time to join us at 7:30 on Saturday mornings. Bring your Bible and your own coffee.
A MARRIAGE TO DIE FOR
Jason Burgher
Ephesians 5
Introduction: The Marriage Wanted and Needed
(Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:6; Ephesians 5:22-23)
Let Self Die… Let Selflessness Live
Recognize the Cruciform Pattern of Marriage
(Ephesians 5:2, Philippians 2:1-11)
Submission, Sacrifice, Selflessness, Love and Respect
(Ephesians 5:22-24, 25, 28-29, 33)
Let Sentimental Romance Die… Let Covenant Faithfulness Live
Kill Unrealistic Expectations and Confusion:
1 Don’t overestimate your spouse.
2 Don’t underestimate your sin.
3 Don’t confuse a marriage covenant with a contract.
4 Don’t confuse the definition of happily ever after.
Let the Past Die… Let Hope Live
Work Through the Past and Hope in God
(Colossians 3:12-14, 17)