february 2015 Hello and welcome to The Pentecostals of Sydney where you can experience new life in Christ! Higher This year our theme is ‘Higher’ based from the text 2 Peter 1:3-8. Seeing that His divine power has granted to us everything pertaining to life and godliness, through the true knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. For by these He has granted to us His precious and magnificent promises, so that by them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world by lust. But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge temperance, to temperance patience, to patience godliness, to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love. For if these things are yours and abound, you will be neither barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
In his final Epistle to the Church, Peter is admonishing the Church with some very pertinent and profound insights. He is calling us to “grow in grace and the knowledge our Lord Jesus Christ.” 2 Pet 3:18
Growth is the expectation for every Christian, particularly in the areas of grace and the knowledge of Christ. In order for that to occur, Peter reveals in this text that it must be something that we work on with diligence, by building up the various attributes of Christ-likeness in our lives. These attributes are not to be isolated features, but as interconnected characteristics of faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness and love. Building one upon another like a house that grows higher and higher as each component is added. These principles are characteristic of Jesus Christ and to know him in an intimate relationship means to have these principles developed in our lives. This year, we want to soar higher in Christ in our spiritual journey. We want our spiritual house to be built up higher as we abide in ‘Heavenly places in Christ’. Rise Higher in Christ, in 2015! ! ! ! ! ! !
God bless you,! ! Pastor Stan Harvey
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The POS Online There are many different ways to connect with the POS online. Here are a few: 1. The POS Blog We have designed a blog to keep you up-to-date with everything that is happening at the POS. If you subscribe to our blog you will be sent an email whenever there is a new post so you won't miss out on anything!
At the beginning of each year all our departments have a break from meeting. Here is a rundown of their start-up dates for 2015: 27 January Australian Apostolic Bible College
30 January ReWired Youth (7:30pm)! 1 February Sunday School 1 February New Life Journey 4 February Home Groups
21 Days on Higher Ground 9 February - 1 March 2015 It’s that time of the year again, that we as a church engage in the powerful and essential activity of united 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 too!) or find out more information about it please pick up a 21 Days on Higher Ground Guide at the Welcome Desk.
2. Social Media Nearly everybody has a Facebook page or Twitter account. We have found that it is a great way to keep people informed and connected throughout the week. Twitter - POSydney Facebook - The Pentecostals of Sydney
Midweek Service Wednesday, 25 February 2015 7:30pm Throughout the month on Wednesdays we get together in homes across Sydney to worship, study the Bible, grow and fellowship but on the final Wednesday of each month we have a Combined Service at the Church. Whether you regularly attend a Home Group around Sydney or simply want to be a part of a service - come along for a great night of worship and teaching.
3. Podcast On our weekly podcast you will be able to watch and listen to sermons from past weeks as well as watch services LIVE online. 4. POSydney App The POSydney app is cool! You are able to connect to our Facebook, Blog, YouTube Channel, and Podcast. You can get directions to church and even watch our services LIVE within the app! It’s available on Android and iPhone. 5. YouTube Channel Want to share your experience at the POS with your friends? We have videos from many guest speakers as well as from our pastors. Enjoy songs from the POS Choir and ReWired Youth Choir.
Our website: www.pentecostalsofsydney.com
New to the POS? Thank you for being our guest today. We are so delighted and privileged that you came! We would like to give you a gift in appreciation for your visit. Please visit the Welcome Desk to pick up your gift.
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“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen” - 2 Peter 3:18 (NKJV)
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Home Groups These groups meet during the week in homes all across Sydney’s many suburbs. Here is a list of the suburbs we are currently holding groups:
Bankstown
Glenwood
Villawood
Belmore
Horningsea Park
Wentworthville
Campbelltown
Liverpool
Campsie
Moorebank
Castle Hill
Oatley
City
Redfern
Earlwood
Roselands
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!
ReWired Youth We understand that High School, Uni and Tafe are times of much change- Physical, Mental and even Spiritual. Whether you're the big man at school or the quiet one in the back of the class you have a place at Rewired Youth. Come along to a dynamic service on Friday nights at 7:30pm- with skits, games and a message aimed right at you, we guarantee you'll have a great time. We would love to have you!
We Offer Services in Other Languages We are blessed at the POS to have a very multicultural church. Because of that we offer translating, services and Bible studies in different languages. Mandarin - Sunday AM - 10am Fijian - Third Sunday of every month - 3pm Please speak to a volunteer at the Welcome Desk for more information and to join.
e-Connect We have a monthly email that keeps you informed about what is going on at the POS as well as suggesting new music and books. You are also introduced to a special volunteer in the church and much more. If you would like to join it scan the QR code or visit our website.
If you would like to join the Home Group nearest you please see one of our friendly hosts and they will assist you.
Other Ministries: 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.
Life Studies Life Studies are an enjoyable, non-threatening way to learn more about the Bible. We can meet with you in your home, our home, or a coffee shop. The studies are less than an hour but have the power to change your life. Contact one of our hosts if you would like to start a Life Study.
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