A LETTER FROM THE PASTOR
OUT OF THIS WORLD BY STANLEY HARVEY
You may have heard the saying; ‘Out of this world’…. It’s a figure of speech that describes something as impressive or enjoyable. Like the latest decadent cronut dessert or the dream holiday experience, it would not be misplaced to ascribe this colloquialism to them. And rightly so in some cases. What would also be appropriate is to attribute this same saying to the Children of God. We are in the world but we’re not of this world. Jesus spake this of his followers; “If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.” Joh 15:19 What Christ is referring to is based on the truth that the world’s system is ruled by Satan, considered the god of this world (2 Cor 4:4, Luk 4:5-6). As Believers, we live physically on this planet in this physical world but there is also a spiritual reality where the Holy Spirit dwells in our hearts. As not being of this world, we have a different value system and different morals and ethics. We learn and apply such concepts and ideas from the Word of God and by the inspiration of God. Our attitudes, behaviours, thoughts, presentation, priorities and every other aspect of our lives are to be influenced and determined not by popular media or celebrities or even politicians but they are to be determined by the absolute truth of God’s Word. It’s not to say that everything in the world is bad, it is not, in fact All Truth is God’s Truth. But when issues conflict with the Word of God which is becoming common place in the world today, we as Christians must remain faithful to the standards of morality and holiness that must be applied in this world but is of another world.
The sad indictment on this world came in John 1:10 -11 where it says; “He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. He came unto his own, and his own received him not. The God of all Creation came to the world that He created and yet the inhabitants of the world rejected him. It is no different with God’s Church, where we are in this world but rejected and mocked and persecuted because we are not of this world. Yes we are Awesome! Because we serve a God who is ‘Out of this World!’
STANLEY HARVEY Senior Pastor of The Pentecostals of Sydney
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NEW LIFE JOURNEY We invite you to join NLJ; a teaching program conducted on Sunday mornings following worship. These classes will cover questions you may have about doctrine, why we worship the way we do, what God really has in store for your life and how God’s love for you can conquer all. These classes are very beneficial to your Christian walk, so take your first steps with Jesus today!
LIFEGROUPS These are groups that meet on Wednesdays all across Sydney. It is a great time of Biblical teaching, growing and spending time together. You will not want to miss out on these exciting new groups!
SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday school operates every Sunday morning following the worship service. We have classes that accommodate children from 4 to 12 years old. Classes are always fun and exciting so make sure your children are getting the most out of the their visit to the POS.
UPCOMING
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Men’s Camp 5 –7 August Greenhills Centre - Canberra, ACT $165 per person | $65 per day
Men will be coming together in Canberra for a weekend of preaching, teaching, worship and fellowship. Men’s Camp will be a blessing to your life. You will not want to miss was God has planned for you! The Guest Speaker for the Camp is our very own Pastor, Stanley Harvey!
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21 DAYS OF KINGDOM LIVING 29 August - 18 September
It is that time of year again, that we as a church engage in the powerful and essential activity of Prayer and Fasting. These two disciplines are vital for spiritual growth, breakthroughs against spiritual resistance and in getting aligned to God’s will. If you would like to join us (and we encourage you to!) or want to find out more information about it please pick up a ‘21 Days of Kingdom Living’ Guide that will be available at the Welcome Desk later this month.
UPCOMING
HIGHLIGHT EVENTS 1.
BAPTISM SUNDAY 14 August
Have you been thinking about being baptised? We would like to invite you to be a part of our special Baptism Sunday on the 14th of August. Being baptized is a major life event and we would like to celebrate this decision with you along with friends & family. Please see one of our greeters to receive more information and to sign-up today.
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TURNING POINT CONFERENCE Thu, 22 – Sun, 25 September $20 per person | $40 per family
The Pentecostals of Sydney invites you to Turning Point 2016. This conference will be an incredible time in the presence of God. It will be a weekend that will focus on apostolic ministry and lifestyle that will change your life, and empower you to change the world! Conference Details Thu, 22 Sep - 7:30pm Fri, 23 Sep - 10am-1pm* & 7:30pm Sat, 24 Sep - 10am-12pm* & 6:30pm Sun, 25 Sep - 10am & 6:30pm *The Leadership & Teaching Sessions are only available to registered attendees
Guest Speakers: Sam Emory & Allan Shalm
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