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COVID-19 in California b y t h e N u m b e r s : As of March 18, 2020, 6 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time, there are a total of 675 positive cases and 16 deaths in California (including one non-California resident). This total does not include passengers from the Grand Princess cruise ship currently docked in Oakland. Ages of all confirmed positive cases: Age 0-17: 13 cases, Age 18-64: 448 cases, Age 65+: 209 cases, Unknown: 5 cases, 24 – Cases of positive tests related to federal repatriation flights, 675 – Cases not related to repatriation flights, 97 – Travel related, 92 – Personto-person acquired, 181 –

THE PULSE OF THE CHURCH AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITY

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of 20/20 Vision, Holy Chapel M.B.C. and CCUNAT will join forces during Passion Week and Good Friday Services, April

10, 2020. On Friday, April 10th at 12 noon, Holy Chapel will present “Last Seven Sayings from the Cross”, with both outside and staff ministers. This will be the only service of the “Sayings”.On this same date, Friday, April 10th at 7:00 p.m., CCUNAT, Rev. Dr. George L. Thomas/President, will present a “Community Communion Service” and the Spoken Word to the community will be brought by Dr. Thomas. Remember, this is truly a time for Christians and

churches to come together and pray. “If my people, which are called by name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and turn from their wicked ways: then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”Holy Chapel is located at 1016 E. Rosecrans Avenue (near the corner of Rosecrans and Central), in the City of Compton, CA. For further information, please call 310-537-3149. Rev. Dr. George L. Thomas, Pastor

Community acquired (see map of local health jurisdictions reporting community transmission - PNG), 281 – Under investigation, In order to better focus public health resources on the changing needs of California communities, on March 18, the state is no longer collecting information about California travelers returning from countries that have confirmed COVID-19 outbreaks. Community transmission of COVID-19 has been identified in California since l ate Febr u ar y, and since early March, most of the confirmed cases in the state were not related to travel

outside of the United States. Twenty-two public health labs in California are testing samples for COVID-19. These labs include the California Department of Public Health's Laborator y in Richmond, A l ame d a , C ont r a C o st a , Humboldt, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Monterey, NapaSolano-Yolo-Marin (located in Solano), Orange, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mate o, Sant a C l ara, Shasta, Sonoma, Tulare and Ventura County public health laboratories The Richmond L ab or at or y w i l l prov i d e

diagnostic testing within a 48-hour turnaround time. More public health labs will soon be able to test samples for COVID-19. This means California public health officials will get test results sooner, so that patients will get the best care. W h at s h o u l d y o u d o i f you think you're sick? Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 and may have had contact with a person with COVID-19, or recently traveled to countries with apparent community spread, call your health care provider before seeking medical c are s o t hat appropr i ate precautions can be taken.

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RAISE THE PRAISE CHURCH INFORMATION * SISTER MATTYE WHITE PARK WINDSOR BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATED & HONORED Women’s Ministry presents

The Senior Choir of Holy Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, along with many outside guests will give honor to whom is due. We will Celebrate and Honor none other than Sister Mattye White – 85/75. Eighty five years old and 75 years of service to the Lord in playing the piano. The name is one that

…she believed she could, so she did. Girls Symposium

everyone knows and we invite you to come to Holy Chapel, located at 1016 E. Rosecrans Avenue (between Central and Avalon), on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 3:30 p.m., to show our appreciation to her. This promises to be an outstanding service, so don’t miss it!! Sis. Melba Griffin, President; The Rev. Dr. George L. Thomas, Pastor

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* PASSION WEEK SERVICES AT HOLY CHAPEL MISSIONARY B.C. On Friday, April 10th at 12 noon, Holy Chapel will present “Last Seven Sayings from the Cross”, with both outside and staff ministers. This will be the only service for the “Sayings”. Sunday,

April 12, 2020 at 6:00 a.m., Holy Chapel will celebrate t h e R i s e n S av i o r. Yo u : Compton, Los Angeles, and all surrounding areas are invited to join us as we celebrate this most important time for all

Christians. Holy Chapel is located at 1016 E. Rosecrans Avenue (near the corner of Rosecrans and Central, in the City of Compton, CA. For further information, please call 310-537-3149.

“The Power of Your Voice” *TOPIC* Self-Expression and Communication with Others Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:00 AM-2:00 PM Middle and High School Ages 10-18 A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. The church is located at 1842 West 108th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90047. Rev. Terrell Taylor, Pastor For more information, contact Ashley Taylor, Coordinator by email girlssymposiumPWBC@gmail.com / 323-756-3966

BETHEL CELEBRATES 73RD CHURCH ANNIVERSARY

Pastor Reginald A. Pope

Bethel celebrates 73 years of dedicated and faithful service;

Pastor Prentiss Lewis

the preaching of the Gospel; the equipping of the Saints; the

evangelizing of the undecided; the ministering to the sick; the feeding of the hungry; the clothing of the naked; the sponsoring and tutoring of students; the administering of the ordinances: all undergirded by the power of prayer. So, we celebrate 73 years and rededicate ourselves to the mandate of the Master. Your presence is sincerely solicited and anxiously anticipated in this celebration. Our Church/ Anniversary theme for 2020 is Going for What Christ Offers (St. John 10:10b), “I

have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly”, the date is March 22nd. Our theme speakers are as follow: 8:00 a.m. Worship Service will be Associate Minister McKinley Moore; 11:00 a.m. Worship Service will be our Dean of Evangelism, Mrs. Brenda Hawkins; and at the afternoon service at 3 o’clock will be Evangelism Registrar and Associate Minister Xezakia Rouse. Also, at 3:00 p.m., our Anniversary Celebration will conclude with the anointed and

gifted Pastor Prentiss Lewis of Greater Starlight Baptist Church and his congregation as our special guest. My Lord! Bethel is located at 10905 Reginald Alton Pope Way, aka South Compton Avenue, Los Angeles. The pastor, anniversary committee, officers, and members are inviting you to share with us in our Services. Listen to Moments of Inspiration from Bethel each Sunday at 7:30 a.m. on KALI Radio 900 on the AM dial. Reginald A. Pope, Pastor, Lillian Smith, Anniversary Chairperson, B. Sweet, Reporter

YOUNG WOMEN OF FAITH CELEBRATE 2ND YEAR T h e Yo u n g Wo m e n o f Faith (Y.W.F.) are prayerfully an nou nc i ng t he i r i nte nt to celebrate their 2nd year an nive rs ar y. The y have faced many obstacles and have been able to over-come many disappointments before arriving to this point in time. Because of their steadfast faith in God they have triumphed through the storm and the rain. How you might be asking? It is simply this: These “Young Women of Faith” trust in the Lord in their very being, which means they trust God in His

promises, and therefore follow Christ’s example in keeping their own promises. These “Young Women of Faith” always keep themselves in the Word. These “Women of Faith” do so by keeping themselves rooted and grounded with daily meditation in the His Word. Also, which is not surprising to all who know them, these “Young Women of Faith” never cease to pray, and listen attentively to what the Holy Spirit has to say. The members all state that, “It is the goal of this group to continue to create a safe haven for your

mental, spiritual, and physical space. This group was designed to assist you in becoming who you were designed to be in connection with God. Every member is encouraged to be brave enough to be present in the moment and be willing to move forward. Within this group we study, participate in community service, and learn to enjoy life as we continue on this journey.” We invite you all to come and experience YWF. It might be just what you need. Our theme this year is “Faith and the Holy Spirit”. This event

will be held at Victory Park Banquet Hall, 429 MLK, in Carson, California. March 28, 2020. To mark the occasion of the second year, we are honoring several amazing young people for their excellent work and achievements in their respective fields. Perhaps you already know them? Pastor Akiliah Saunders (speaker), Sister Jamea Hill, and Brother Kevon Gulley. The deadline to purchase tickets is March 1, 2020. Tickets are on sale now. For a small donation, you may share in this event. Tickets may

be purchased by cash, cash app, Zelle, PayPal or EventBrite. A small processing fee will be added to the price of the ticket. No tickets will be sold at the door. For further information, you may contact any member of the group directly, or call Praises of Zion MBC church office, at (323) 750-1033. Please plan to support these young women in their efforts. To God be the glory! Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick, Senior Pastor; Sisters Jovana Nettles (310 848-9538), and Joedda Williams, Chair-persons; and Sister Clarice Holmes, Reporter.

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RAISE THE PRAISE CHURCH INFORMATION one faith fellowship “nuggets for the soul”

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The Bible informs us in Ecclesiastes1:9- History merely repeats itself. It has all been done before. Nothing under the sun is truly new. (NLT) While other generations have experienced challenging

times, this particular season of tribulation is new for most of us. However, we can be encouraged by remembering Psalm 138: 2-… I praise Your name for Your unfailing love and faithfulness; for Your promises are backed by all the honor of Your name. 3-… You encourage me by giving me strength. (NLT) To name a few of the promises which are backed by all the honor of God’s name: Matthew11:28-30- Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light. John 14:15-

16 “If you love me, keep My commands. And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever.” John 10:10 "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life and have it to the full." John 11:25 Jesus told her, 'I am the Resurrection and the Life. Anyone who believes in Me will live, even after dying.' John 15:5 Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in Me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing. Nahum 1:7 The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him. Isaiah 40:29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Deuteronomy 31:8 The LORD Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong nuggets cont.on page 10

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ABRAM’S JOURNEY OF FAITH Gen. 12:4-9; 13:1-4, 14, 18 There is a path to be found, and God alone can find it; so if we would find the path we must find God by being found by Him. 1. The Departure of Faith—12:4. Abram "departed out of Haran," the half-way place of compromise, and this was "as the Lord had spoken to Him." Faith's authority and action is always based upon what God says—Rom. 10:17. Obedience is the act of faith.

When we will what God wills, we show our faith. 2. The Destination of Faith—12:5; "This land" (ver. 7). "They went forth" to "Canaan," and "into the land of Canaan they came," and there "Jehovah appeared unto Abram, and said, Unto thy seed will I give this land." The land was God's gift of earthly possession to Abram and his seed. God has given to faith "all spiritual blessing in Christ" (Eph. 1:3).

See how many blessings are mentioned in Ephesians 1, and "name them one by one.” 3. The Worship of Faith. Three times we read of Abram in connection with an altar, and in three different relations. First, when Jehovah gave Abram the land—12:7; second, when he was restored after his backsliding into Egypt—14:4; and third, as he progressed on his journey—14:18. The altar, in its typical meaning, is worship

founded on sacrifice. The Cross of Christ's sacrifice is the basis of God's giving—Rom. 8:32, the plea for restoration—Heb. 9:13, 14, and the spur to progress in Christian life and service—2 Cor. 5:14-16. The only place where we can worship God is in and at the Cross of Christ's atoning sacrifice. We cannot worship Him if we are in the Egypt of the world and lack heart separation to Him. The altar and tent are not mentioned

as long as Abram is in Egypt— see Gen. 12:9-13:4. 4. The Declension of Faith. Abram "went down into Egypt," and when he had "come into Egypt" he compromised with Sarah, caused Pharaoh pain, told a lie about Sarah, and was sent away by the Egyptians—12:10, 14, 17, 19, 20. When a child of God gets out of communion with the Lord, he will often do Abram’s Journey continued on page 11

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RAISE THE PRAISE CHURCH INFORMATION SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON

A Just Servant Devotional Reading • Psalm 98 Bible Background • Isaiah 42 JUSTICE AND THE PROPHETS Unit 1: God Requires Justice LESSONS 1–5 Lesson Aims

1. Identify the Lord’s servant and the servant’s task. 2. Explain the fulfillment of the lesson text found in Matthew 12:15–21. 3. Sing a hymn or song that is based on Isaiah 42. Key Verse: Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will bring justice to the nations. —Isaiah 42:1

Focal verses: NIV Isaiah 42:1–9 1 “Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him,and he will bring justice to the nations. 2 He will not shout or cry out,or raise his voice in the streets. 3 A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out. In faithfulness he will bring forth

Introduction A. Champions of Justice A few years ago, the Consumer Attorneys of California created the “Champions of Justice Award” to honor extraordinary service among the association’s members. Sandra Ribera Speed received the award in 2015. This honor was awarded to her in part for her involvement in a case involving a runaway delivery truck that crashed into a family vehicle. Sandra’s law firm at the time wanted nothing to do with fighting this case against a powerful company and its army of attorneys. But Sandra believed the case had merit and refused to give up. She used all her savings and incurred credit card debt in order to work on the case by herself for six months. She was so well prepared that the seven lawyers from the prestigious firm representing the delivery company settled the case on the first day of trial. In addition to serving her clients well, Sandra’s portion of the settlement allowed her to establish her own law firm. About 2,700 years ago, the prophet Isaiah foretold the coming of the ultimate champion of justice. He would fight for, defend, and serve not just one person but all those who would accept his help. B. Lesson Context This lesson begins unit 2, which emphasizes God’s promises of a just kingdom. The prophets foretold the coming of the Messiah as the champion of justice. Such prophecies, of course, have direct bearing on Palm Sunday. As appropriate, some of these connections will be explored in the commentary below.

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justice; 4 he will not falter or be discouraged till he establishes justice on earth. In his teaching the islands will put their hope.” 5 This is what God the Lord says—the Creator of the heavens, who stretches them out, who spreads out the earth with all that springs from it, who gives breath to its people, and life to those who walk on it: 6 “I, the Lord, have called you in righteousness; I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and will make you to be a covenant for the people and a light for the Gentiles, 7 to open eyes that are blind, to free captives from prison and to release from the dungeon those who sit in darkness. 8 “I am the Lord; that is my name! I will not yield my glory to another or my praise to idols. 9 See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you.”

The prophet Isaiah, for his part, had a lengthy ministry, from about 740 to 680 BC. The book featuring his name as its title is comprised of two parts. Isaiah 1–39 has been described as the Book of Judgment; it focuses on the sins of the people of Judah. Isaiah 40– 66, the Book of Comfort, looks forward about a century and a half to the time when Judah’s exile in Babylon is about to end. We keep in mind that the exile did not even begin until 586 BC. The end of exile is foreseen in the chapter preceding our lesson text: God called “one … in righteousness” (Isaiah 41:2) to bring the captivity to its end. That man was Cyrus, the king of Persia who conquered Babylon in 539 BC (see 44:28 and 45:1, where he is designated “shepherd” and “anointed,” respectively). He issued a decree permitting the exiled Jews to return to Jerusalem beginning in 538 BC (Ezra 1:1–8). The word servant occurs more than three dozen times in the book of Isaiah. In chapter 41, the Lord applies it to “Israel, my servant” (Isaiah 41:8, 9). This servant was fearful. For that reason, God reassured the people of his love. They didn’t need to fear; their exile in Babylon was not evidence that God had cast them away forever. He promised Israel that they were still his covenant people. The Lord encouraged his helpless servant Israel by stating that the people need not fear, because God would help them (41:10, 13, 14). The Lord then addressed, in a courtroom setting, the nations and their idols. He challenged the `nations to provide evidence that idols had ever

correctly predicted the future. After announcing judgment on the false gods, the Lord proclaimed that he had “stirred up one from the north” (Isaiah 41:25)—surely once again alluding to Cyrus. Although the Persian emperor hailed “from the east” (41:2), he conquered several kingdoms north of Babylon before eventually attacking Babylon from that direction. Against this backdrop of a pagan king as an instrument of God to rescue an exiled people, Isaiah introduced the intriguing servant of the Lord. Isaiah 42:1–9 (today’s text) is the first of Isaiah’s five “servant songs,” in which the servant is identified with the Messiah to come (see 49:1–6; 50:4–9; 52:13–53:12; 61:1–4). These messianic songs highlight what the servant is to accomplish on behalf of the world. I. Presentation (Isaiah 42:1–4) A. God’s Servant (v. 1) 1a. “Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; The servant introduced here bears some similarities to the anointed shepherd Cyrus and servant Israel in having God’s approval (see the Lesson Context). However, this servant is profoundly different from both; the quotation of Isaiah 42:1–4 in Matthew 12:18–21 establishes this to be Jesus. God both supports and delights in him (Matthew 3:16, 17). This suggests the servant will be obedient and godly in a way like no other. 1b. “I will put my Spirit on him, Members of ancient Israel did not experience the indwelling of the Holy Spirit as Christians do today (see Joel 2:28–32; Acts 2:14–21, 38). Thus the servant is marked as special for a special purpose, and Jesus’ baptism clearly points back to this verse. On that occasion the Spirit will descend on him after he rises from the water as the Father expresses his pleasure with his Son (Luke 3:21, 22; see also Isaiah 11:1–5). 1c. “and he will bring justice to the nations.

We cannot miss the servant’s mission of bringing justice to the world, since it is mentioned three times in the first four verses of Isaiah 42. The concept of justice encompasses much more than judicial equity in a courtroom, a fair redistribution of goods in society, etc. The justice that the servant will bring also includes making available the salvation of God. Isaiah’s prophecy includes the nations in this plan (compare Isaiah 42:6, below). Although Israel often found itself being enemies with surrounding nations, God’s plan ultimately is to make one people of many (compare Genesis 49:10; Romans 5:18, 19; Galatians 3:26–29). B. Gentle and Just (vv. 2–4) 2. “He will not shout or cry out, or raise his voice in the streets. This servant of the Lord will be quite different from the typical king or conqueror who calls attention to himself through loud proclamations (example: Acts 25:23). No, he won’t even shout or cry out, nor raise his voice in the streets. God’s answer to the world’s arrogance is not more arrogance. The crowds at Jesus’ triumphal entry will shout, “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” (Luke 19:38). Notice that while the crowd speaks “in loud voices” (19:37), Jesus never says a word. He will be silent just as this prophecy says. Jesus will not speak up even to defend himself against false accusations (Acts 8:32– 35, quoting Isaiah 53:7, 8). What Do You Think? What are some issues you believe the Lord doesn’t want you to voice publicly “in the street” in imitation of this characteristic? Why? Digging Deeper How do Matthew 5:14–16; 6:5; and 22:9 inform your response? As in ancient times, many people are attracted to leaders who draw attention to themselves, boasting of their abilities and accomplishments (see Acts 8:9–11). Christians do well to remember that Jesus didn’t boast. Paul also refused to boast about anything

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COLUMNS sunday school continued from page 6 “except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ” (Galatians 6:14; compare 2 Corinthians 10:17, 18). 3a. “A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out. Instead of using his power to crush the mighty, the servant will be so gentle that he won’t even break off a bruised reed that is bent over (compare Matthew 11:29). With gentleness, the servant will support the weak and mend the broken. A Piggyback Servant On a trip to Israel, our church group had walked about 30 minutes to get to a site. A woman in the group slipped and fell. She was immediately in a great deal of pain, learning later that she had broken a bone in her foot. The concerned group began discussing the dilemma of getting her back to the bus. Then Bill stepped forward and lowered himself to his hands and knees, indicating that he would carry her. When the woman was securely attached to Bill’s back, he stood up. He carried her, piggyback style, to the bus. Telling the story at Bill’s celebration, our preacher concluded, “Bill is one who comes alongside others and carries their burdens.” Isaiah 42 introduces us to the Lord’s servant, one who would not break an alreadydamaged plant. How willing are you to follow the example of the Lord Jesus and “lower” yourself to support those who are weak or broken? —A. S. What Do You Think? Which characteristic of Jesus most stirs you to act and speak on His behalf: that of Matthew 12:20 (which quotes Isaiah 42:3) or of Matthew 21:12, 13? Why? Digging Deeper What examples can you list of situations calling for a Matthew 12:20 response rather than one of Matthew 21:12, 13—and vice versa? 3b. “In faithfulness he will bring forth justice; We are told again that the servant’s mission is tied to justice. This is most fitting for a king from David’s line (see David’s words in 1 Chronicles 16:14, repeated in Psalm 105:7; see further his son Solomon’s words in 72:2). But now the qualifier in faithfulness is added. Where servant Israel has failed (see Isaiah 48:1; 59:12–15), servant Jesus will succeed. Indeed, Jesus will prove himself to be the very embodiment of faithfulness (2 Timothy 2:13). 4a. “he will not falter or be discouraged We s e e h e r e a h i n t o f the suffering the servant will experience, since this prediction presupposes the presence of things that can result in failure or

discouragement. This finds full expression in the fourth servant song (Isaiah 52:13– 53:12). Although surrounded by many chances to depart from God’s chosen path, the servant will faithfully and obediently remain true to God’s mission. 4b. “till he establishes justice on earth. Here we have the climax of Isaiah’s statements regarding justice in Isaiah 42:1–4. The servant won’t merely preach justice as a desirable goal; he will enact it (compare Isaiah 9:7; 16:5; 54:14). Although the servant will be exceedingly gentle, he will not be weak. Establishing justice— God’s divine order—on earth is a huge task. It requires unimaginable power. It is not the power that is typically used when trying to establish governments (compare 2:4; 51:4). Centuries later, the people in Malachi’s day will ask, “Where is the God of justice?” (Malachi 2:17). Malachi’s prophetic response is fulfilled in John the Baptist, who prepares the way for the Messiah (see 3:1; Matthew 11:10). The Messiah in turn inaugurates justice (example: Luke 1:46–55). 4c. “In his teaching the islands will put their hope.” Islands is likely Isaiah’s way of referring to distant places on the earth. These far places are meant to indicate that the prophecy concerns the entire world (compare Genesis 49:10; Isaiah 11:11; Matthew 12:17–21). The whole world is to have an opportunity to put their hope in and depend on the servant’s teaching. Humble Research Does humility come with any benefits? Social scientists a r e i n c l i n e d t o s ay ye s ! Studies indicate that humble people tend to be secure in their identity. They have an accurate sense of their own strengths and weaknesses, which gives them stability in their character. Humble people also are aware that they aren’t the center of the universe. Far from this realization getting them down, it allows them to enjoy their strengths and seek to improve their weaknesses. Isaiah 42 reveals that the Lord’s servant is not like leaders who draw attention to themselves. Such people boast about their abilities and accomplishments, but Jesus calls us to follow his humble example. What steps do you need to take to reorient your beliefs and behavior to align with Christ’s attitude toward humility? How will you do that both in how you perceive others and in how you present yourself?—A. S. II. Commission (Isaiah 42:5–9) A. Called by the Creator (v. 5) 5. This is what God the Lord says—the Creator of the heavens, who stretches

them out, who spreads out the earth with all that springs from it, who gives breath to its people, and life to those who walk on it: The Lord is not merely Israel’s God but is the Creator of all things (Genesis 1:1, 9; Psalm 102:25; Isaiah 48:13; etc.). On this basis, God rightly claims authority not just over the land and people of Israel but over all nations (Psalm 82:8; etc.). More significantly, he is the one who gives breath and life to people (Genesis 2:7; compare Acts 17:24, 25). How sadly ironic that those very people in turn create idols that have no breath themselves (Jeremiah 10:14; 51:17), let alone being able to impart breath to others! What Do You Think? In what ways might your life change, were you to be more consistent at reminding yourself of God’s position and role of Creator? Digging Deeper How can your church encourage its members to do likewise? B. Called to Covenant (vv. 6, 7) 6a. “I, the Lord, have called you in righteousness; I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you Having presented the servant and his mission, now the Lord addresses and commissions his servant. God has called the servant according to his own nature—his righteousness (compare Jeremiah 23:6). The servant doesn’t have to fulfill the mission by himself; God will take hold of him tightly by the hand and won’t let go (see Isaiah 41:9, 10, 13). The servant will do the Lord’s work in God’s power according to God’s will. 6b. “and will make you to be a covenant for the people and a light for the Gentiles. At the heart of that work is the fact that the servant will initiate a covenant. We know from other Scriptures that the Messiah is to fulfill the Davidic covenant and establish a new covenant through personal sacrificial death (compare 2 Samuel 7:12–16; Isaiah 55:3; Jeremiah 31:31–34; Hebrews 8:6–13; 9:15). This covenant is without end (Isaiah 54:10; 59:21; 61:8). The people refers to those who have already received God’s revelation—the Israelites (see Isaiah 49:8). Their role as a priestly nation is meant to draw other nations to the Lord (Exodus 19:6; compare 1 Peter 2:9). The scope of the servant’s ministry reflects this concern as he also becomes a light on behalf of the Gentiles (compare Isaiah 49:6; Luke 2:29–32; Acts 26:18, 22, 23). 7. “to open eyes that are blind, to free captives from prison and to release from the dungeon those who sit in darkness. Ancient prisons are

extremely dark, both literally and figuratively. The light-imparting ministry of the servant will indeed be welcomed by those who sit in darkness (see Isaiah 49:9; 51:14). Light would come through freedom, not by the installation of lamps or windows. The eyes of the blind, whether physical or spiritual in nature, are to be opened by the servant as a sign of his identity and call (compare Psalm 146:8; Isaiah 32:3; Matthew 11:5). What Do You Think? What can you do to improve your ability to recognize the various physical, spiritual, and emotional prisons that restrict your fellow Christians’ effectiveness for Christ? Digging Deeper How do Galatians 3:23 and Hebrews 13:3 help define your task in this regard? As is often the case with the Old Testament prophets, this prophecy likely carries a double meaning. In the first sense, Isaiah is probably look ing abo ut 150 year s ahead to his people’s release from captivity in Babylon (Isaiah 48:20; 52:2; compare Zechariah 2:7). In the context of the calling of the servant, however, Judah’s deliverance from exile can only serve as a foretaste of the release of people from the bondage of sin and ignorance. While Cyrus, an instrument of the Lord, will provide deliverance from the oppression of Babylon, this servant will provide liberation from the bondage of sin (compare Acts 26:18; 2 Timothy 2:26; Hebrews 2:14, 15). This fulfillment will come into sharp and dramatic focus when Jesus reads Isaiah 61:1, 2a in Nazareth (Luke 4:18, 19). God offers deliverance from the imprisonment of sin to everyone—whether Jew or Gentile—who accepts Jesus as the Messiah according to the biblical plan of salvation (John 3:16; etc.). C. Called for God’s Glory (vv. 8, 9) 8a. “I am the Lord; that is my name! The Lord’s declaring of his name recalls the scene of Moses at the burning bush. There God revealed his personal name to Moses at the event that commissioned that man for his task. That task was to go back to Egypt so that the Lord could establish his covenant with Israel at Sinai (Exodus 3:13–15; 6:3; 19:1– 6; compare Psalm 81:10; Isaiah 43:3, 11). 8b. “I will not yield my glory to another or my praise to idols. Isaiah’s own calling has surely impressed on him the fact that the Lord is holy and “the whole earth is full of his glory” (Isaiah 6:3). God alone has all authority;

idols cannot share his glory or praise (compare Exodus 8:10; 20:4). Both the servant and Isaiah’s audience are reminded that the servant’s mission will confirm that God is beyond comparison. What Do You Think? What’s the best way for Christians to guard against glorifying anything or anyone except God? Or is there a single best way? Explain. Digging Deeper Considering texts such as Romans 16:3, 4, 6, 7, 10, and 12, how will you know when praise of a person crosses the line? 9. “See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you.” In Isaiah 41:22 (not in our lesson text), God challenges the idols to reveal the former things—the things God has revealed in prophecy and brought to pass later. Of course they cannot. God can reveal not only those things but also the ultimate end result. Events predicted about both Cyrus and the servant have taken place. This confirms the Lord’s sovereign authority. The new things of the Old Testament era likely point to Israel’s restoration following the end of the Babylonian exile (see Isaiah 43:19–21). Once again, though, historical hindsight tells us that God’s plan for his people will remain largely unfulfilled until the coming of the servant Jesus and his perfect work. Because of this, there is hope for all the world. Regarding the beginning of the New Testament (new covenant) era, the Jews of Jesus’ day will hope for a militaristic Messiah to come and, like Cyrus, deliver them from the oppression of a foreign nation. To be rid of Roman rule would be the new start they want. During Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the people will cry out “Hosanna” (Matthew 21:9), which means “save” (compare 2 Samuel 14:4; 2 Kings 6:26). This is both an appeal of prayer and an exclamation of praise. Jesus is certainly worthy of loud and absolute praise (Revelation 5:12)! Yet the humble Messiah ends up being much different from what anyone expects. The past, present, and future king of the universe comes not as one to be served “but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45). Conclusion A. In His Steps The biblical concept of judgment represents God’s righteous world order. At his first coming, Jesus treated people more than justly; when Jesus walked the earth,

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TRUE FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY B.C. 7901 South Van Ness Avenue Inglewood, CA 90305 Ph: (323) 750-7304 Fx. (323) 565-2894 REV. JAMES A. PERKINS, PASTOR Morning Worship ..... 8:00 A.M./10:45 A.M. Bible Adventure Hour ............... 9:30 A.M. Prayer & Praise/Bible Study (Tues.) 7:P.M. Prayer & Praise/Bible Study (Thur.) 12 Noon

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“A Church Bible-Based, ChristCentered & Spirit Led” 12317 S. Wilmington Ave. Compt., CA 90222 Phone: (310) 631-0261 REV. KALVIN E. CRESSEL, SR., PASTOR/TEACHER Bible Institue (Sun.) ............. 9:15 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:45 A.M. Mission (Tues.) ................. 10:30 A.M. Teachers Mtg. (Tues.) ......... 6:30 P.M. Bible Study/Discipleship (Wed)7:00 P.M.

MOUNT ISRAEL M.B.C.

230 W. 103rd Street, L.A., CA 90003 (323) 757-3090; Fx: (310) 532-8498 Email; jessiewalker@ca.rr.com DR. JESSE L. WALKER, PASTOR Sunday School ........................ 9:30 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship ..... 11:00 A.M. Midwk. Worship Serv/Prayer Mtg 7:P.M. B.T.U. (Sunday)......................10:15 A.M. Choir Rehearsal (Friday.) ...... 7:00 P.M.

NEW PROVIDENCE M.B.C.

10200 South Normandie Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90044 Phone: (323) 754-3779 Rev. Q.E. McKinney, Pastor Early Morning Service .......... 8:15 A.M. Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Regular Morning Service .....11:00 A.M. Prayer Call (Tues) ................ 5:30 P.M. Bible Study (Wed) ............ 12:00 Noon

THE LIBERTY CHURCH 14725 South Gramercy Place Gardena, CA 90249 CHURCH: (310) 715-8400 Email Address: libertytabmin@sbcglobal.net DAVID CROSS - PASTOR/TEACHER Worship Services ........9:00 & 11:00 A.M. Word Power/Bible Study (Wed.) 7:00 P.M. “I Care Ministry” (Sat.) ................ (TBA)

UNION MISSIONARY B.C.

1812 E. 110th St. - L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 566-5315 REV. ADELL MCDANIEL, PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:00 A.M. Prayer Mtg./Bible Study (Tue.) 5:00 P.M. UBU Club (Ages 13-19) 4th Wed. 6: P.M.

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1521 East 111th St., L.A., CA 90059 Los Angeles, CA 90061-0218 Phone: (323) 566-5303 villagembc@gmail.com www.villagewatts.faithlifesites.com REV. W. CHARLES HARRIS, II, PASTOR Sunday School ....................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 11:00 A.M. Prayer Meeting (Wed.) ............ 6:30 P.M. Bible Study (Wed.) .................. 7:00 P.M.

ONE FAITH FELLOWSHIP P.O. BOX 56641, LA, CA 90056 E-MAIL: OneFaith2007@aol.com www.onefaithfellowship.org Phone: (323) 481-6724 Dr. Tonya Lewis, Founder/President

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REV. TERRELL TAYLOR - PASTOR

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1160 New York St. Long Beach, CA 90813 Ph (562) 599-3509; Fx (562) 591-7314 REV. COLEMAN L HART, PASTOR Sunday School ........................ 8:45 A.M. Morning Worship ................... 10:30 A.M. Sun. Discipleship Training ..... 5:00 P.M. Mon. Night Men’s Bible Study .. 7:00 P.M. Tuesday (Mission) WMU ......... 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Youth Family Night 6:00 P.M. Wed. Night (Mid-Week) Prayer 7:00 P.M. PILGRIM’S HOPE BIBLE CHURCH 7016 S. Compton Ave, L.A. Ca 90001 Phone: (323) 581-7672 Fx: (323) 581-6466 Email: phbc7016@att.net

Dr. T. Delbert Robinson, Senior Pastor CESOM ..................................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ......................10:30 A.M. Pastoral Bible Institute ...WED....7:00 P.M.

TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH 4155 McKinley Ave., L.A., CA 90011 PH: (323) 233-3289; FX: (323) 233-9356 E-Mail: Tabernacle_bc@yahoo.com PASTOR LESTER MOSLEY 8:00 A.M. ........ Early Morning Worship (1st, 3rd, & 5th Sunday) 9:30 A.M. ....... Sunday Church School 11:00 A.M. ................ Worship Service 7:30 P.M. (Wed.) Mid-Week BibleStudy & Prayer Service

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11328 S. Central Ave., L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 569-4162 Website: gotothetab.org Email: thetab@gotothetab.org

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INTERVIEW columns sunday school continued fron page 5 he overcame enemies with gentleness and love. When he returns, he will judge the world based on how each person treated “the least of these” (Matthew 25:45). At his first coming, the Lord’s servant inaugurated God’s just and right order from a position of apparent weakness when compared to worldly strength; in so doing, he is an example for us so that we can “follow in his steps” (1 Peter 2:21–23). Ask what part of Isaiah’s

prophecy about the Servant was fulfilled in the most surprising way in Christ. We have a part to play in the servant’s task of bringing light to the nations and to our neighbors who live in darkness. The Holy Spirit, working through Scripture and circumstances, motivates Christ’s followers to take his gospel to the ends of the earth. For more than 2,000 years, Christians have borne witness to Jesus through evangelism (see Matthew 28:18–20)

and ministries of mercy: establishing hospitals and schools, caring for prisoners and the poor, and participating in countless other charities (25:34–40). Particularly challenging for most of us is following the manner and attitude of the servant’s life and ministry. It’s not easy to surrender the self-centeredness and assertiveness that has been with us since birth in the surrounding culture. But God’s

Word calls us to pattern our lives after his servant Jesus (Philippians 2:4–8). How will you follow the example of Jesus? How will you serve? B. Prayer We thank you, Father, for sending the promised servant to save us and inaugurate your justice on earth. May the Holy Spirit empower us with the courage to follow your servant’s humble example as we serve him and those around us. In Jesus’ name we

pray. Amen. C. Thought to Remember Jesus is the champion of justice and the servant of all servants. Sloan, A., Bass, K., & Lockhart, M. (2020). A Just Servant. In R. L. Nickelson, J. A. Kenney, M. K. Williams, & J. Gerke (Eds.), The NIV Standard Lesson Commentary, 2019–2020 (Vol. 26, pp. 269– 275). Colorado Springs, CO: Standard Publishing.

faith is tried. Some Christians become stronger and deeper in faith of God’s unfailing love and faithfulness to us. Unfortunately, others, at the site of any difficulty are ready to run in the opposite direction of trusting God. They don’t realize that they are running from the supreme help of Almighty God into the hands of their ultimate enemy satan. So, even when life becomes dark and alarming, we have

to learn that the faithfulness and commitment, love and provision, protection and grace of our Lord God do not become dim. He remains just as strong and mighty in the days of our testing as He is in the days when all is well. So, we must learn not to fret when we are in the midst of fiery furnaces, lions’ den or facing any Goliath. This is not the Lord’s first rodeo. He is experienced and more so committed to seeing us

through. He has not brought us this far to leave us now. So, we must trust in the Lord no matter what. Not trusting Him based on our plan but trusting Him to fulfill His plan which includes us having a role in that plan. Just as individuals would not get into a racing car without fastening the seatbelt to protect and keep them in the car, so we must not try to walk in this life without fastening our seatbelt of faith in the Lord, no matter

what we face. Ephesians 6:11Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 12-For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. 13-Therefore, put on every

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and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. When challenges confront us, Daddy-God is still with and all around us. Father-God does not allow anything to come upon us that we cannot overcome. Overcome defined as here on earth or relocation to our glorious eternal home. Either way, we win! When challenging times confront us, our Christian

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COLUMNS want ads vacancies announments EVENTS MUSICIAN WANTED | The True Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is looking for a Minister of Music. Candidates who are knowledgeable and skilled in piano, organ, Gospel music, and have a heart to serve God , please email your resume with two references to carolynjlez9wis @gmail.com or, mail to: 7901 S. Van Ness Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90305, Attn: Carolyn J. Lewis. STRONG ORGANIST Needed at New Providence Familiar with Traditional and Contemporary Gospel music. Ability to help with teaching parts. Choir rehearses two Sundays per month after morning worship. Spirit-led in worship flow, professional attire and timeliness a must! Pay rate negotiable. Contact Information; (310) 997-6684 nuggets cont. from page 10

piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. 18-Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. The Lord God is with us! Never forget that! He has proven His faithfulness and love to us over and over.

However, we must make sure that we are in proper relationship with the Lord which supersedes a denominational relationship with the Lord. A proper relationship with Him involves: 1) Receiving the Lord Jesus as one’s personal Savior, accepting the fact that He needed to DIE FOR OUR SIN and was resurrected for our new life in Him and God. 2) Then walking in continuous fellowship of obedience with Him as described in His Holy Word. Then and only then, can we partake of His gift of peace that can be applied in any situation. John 14:27-Peace I leave with you;

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told Abram to "look," after he was separated from Lot. Lot was the man 3 who looked on the plains of Jordan—13:10, and soon was in Sodom. He followed the eyes of his inclination, but Abram followed the direction of the Lord. When we see things at the Lord's bidding we always find a blessing; but when we look with the eyes of self-will we are courting a bane. To see the Lord is to see things in their true light—Heb. 11:27.

what a man of the world would scorn to do. Our faith will wane if we are not watchful, even as a plant will languish for want of attention. A musty room means the exclusion of light, sun, and air, and a declining faith will cause the whole spiritual life to be lacking in the warmth of love, the light of knowledge, and the air of the Spirit's lifeimparting grace. 5. The Vision of Faith—13:14-16. The Lord

My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. The degree of peace that is not understood and definitely amazes the mind of the Receiver! We must remember that as His children by the blood of Jesus, that God is for us and not against us! So, stand strong in your faith of God, for this is not a time of fainting or giving up. Even more so, believe in God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Believe in their presence, promise, provision and faithfulness for EACH ONE OF HIS CHILDREN. God bless you. Keep the faith! Contact Info: onefaith2007@aol.com , One Faith Fellowship, P. O. Box 56641, LA, CA 90056, www.onefaithfellowship.org. (323) 481-6724.

To see things truly there is a needs be for the heart to be clean, the hands right, the spirit possessed by Christ, and the soul dominated by the Spirit. 6. The Journey of Faith. There are seven stages in the journeyings of Abram. From the Ur of idolatry to the Haran of compromise—11:31. From the Haran of compromise to the Canaan of blessing—12:4, 5. From the Canaan of blessing and the "Moreh" of conflict to

the Bethel of prayer—12:6-8. From the Bethel of prayer to the "going and journeying" (margin) to "the south" of bordering on the Egypt of the world, and to the Egypt of straitening—12:9-20. From the Egypt of backsliding to the Bethel of restoration—13:1-4. From the Bethel of restoration to the Hebron of fellowship—13:18. 7. The Advance of Faith. When the Haran of compromise is left, the Egypt of the world is abandoned, and Lot is

cut off; then Abram is able to "look" with God into His purpose for him, and to "walk" through the land, and dwell with the Lord in the Hebron of fe l l ow s h ip — 1 3 : 1 4 - 1 8 . Hindrances gone, faith advances. When faith advances in the ways of God, it enjoys His word and keeps on in fellowship with Him. [F. E. Marsh (2013). 1000 Bible Study Outlines. Kregel Publications. Retrieved from https://app. wordsearchbible.com]

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