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FROM THE PASTOR
What an exciting time at the Pentecostals of Sydney as we launched our 2018 theme; ‘Go Make’ and reaffirmed our vision and values. The importance of this task can not be understated since it is very easy to become distracted and deviate from the purpose and objective for the very existence of the church. It is alarming to see the level of activity in nominal Christianity and yet often still missing the most crucial part of Church. Churches abound in good works, with giving to the needy, providing material relief and a myriad of services. While these deeds are important and occupy a part in the ministry, the unfortunate reality is that it’s often done at the expense of what Jesus called the Church to primarily do and prioritise. That is; the preaching of the good news of salvation and the discipleship of all nations to the observance of the Word. At the other end of the spectrum, many churches have such a strong desire to reach the masses, which is to be commended, but in their great burden for this cause, they have forsaken doctrinal integrity. The demands that the Gospel places on the disciples of Jesus are left out and instead a kind of Christianity Lite is presented. This hyper grace teaching all but diminishes the need for repentance (which is an act of personal commitment and change 2Pet 3:9), confession (Rom 10:10), baptism in Jesus name for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16, Mark 16:16), receiving the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues (Acts 2:38, Rom 8:9) and remaining faithful in the face of trial and temptation (Mar 10:22). 2
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All of these are essential for salvation in response to the grace of God. It is His grace that makes it possible at all that we have the opportunity to make these personal decisions. I am convinced that this can only be accomplished through the method that Jesus taught and exemplified; Discipleship. It is incumbent upon the Church to focus on our purpose and primary objective and that is; to reach as many people as we can, with the teaching of Christ. This is in fact, the great commission that Jesus committed to the Church Matthew 28:19-20: Make Disciples of all nations Baptise them Teach them to observe all things that I have commanded you. This is what ‘Discipleship’ means. So this year, let’s look at our habits, practices, church operations and ministry, and see whether what we are doing on a regular basis is fulfilling this model that Jesus gave to bring salvation to the world through the means of discipleship. Go……Make……Disciples
PASTOR STAN & ROBYN HARVEY SENIOR PASTOR
NEXT STEPS 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. Speak to one of our greeters if you would like to start a Life Study.
KONNECT GROUPS These are groups that meet throughout the week all across Sydney. It is a great time of growing and spending time together. You will not want to miss out on these exciting groups that will launching in February!
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!
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UPCOMING THIS MONTH 5-25
21 DAYS OF PRAYER & FASTING 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. Pick-up a Prayer & Fasting Booklet today!
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DISCIPLESHIP NOW Join us for a tremendous weekend with Rev Timothy Lee, Pastor of Tabernacle of Joy in Singapore. Saturday, 10 February we will be having teaching sessions on 'Spirit-led Discipleship' from 10am - 12:30pm. He will also be ministering in our 10am & 6:30pm services on Sunday, 11 February.
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NEW SERVICES LAUNCH On Sunday, 25 February we will be launching a new service schedule. We will be eliminating the Evening Service (6:30pm) and adding an additional service in the Morning. The service times will now be 9:15am & 11:15am. These services will be identical, the same worship and preaching as well as Sunday School, so we are encouraging church members and guests to pick one service to attend.
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FEBRUARY 2018 SUN
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MON
05
Baby Dedication Service - 10am
Church Prayer 7:30pm
Sunday School & NLJ begins
21 Days of Prayer & Fasting begins
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Discipleship Now 10am & 6:30pm
Church Prayer 7:30pm
TUE
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WED
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AABC
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Fijian Service - 3pm
Church Prayer 7:30pm
AABC
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Morning Prayer 6am Opening KEY Youth Service - 7:30pm
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Multiple Services 9:15am & 11:15am
Church Prayer 7:30pm
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Morning Prayer 6am KEY Youth 7:30pm
Fijian Prayer
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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting ends
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AABC
Midweek Service 7:30pm
Spirit-led Discipleship 10am - 12:30pm
Music Practice
23 Morning Prayer 6am KEY Youth - 7:30pm Church Prayer 7:30pm
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SAT
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Chinese Service 3pm
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FRI
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Music Practice
AABC
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THU
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