Welcome to the Lord’s day worship service at Grace Church.

We are truly blessed to be here this morning as we open God’s Word together, sing His praises,

and enjoy a time of fellowship in His presence.

Be sure to take advantage of the many fellowship and ministry

opportunities available to our church family today and

throughout the week.

John MacArthurPASTOR-TEACHER

Clayton Erb / Minister of Music

Vol. 19 No. 6

February 8, 2015

8:30 & 10:30* am

Bill Brandenstein, Director

Sleepers Awake • Bach • Stephen Sturz, Organist

Hymn 66 To God Be the Glory • Congregation

More, Still More Like Thee • Brandenstein • Worship Choir

And Can It Be? • Forrest • Worship Choir

Hymn 228 Rejoice, the Lord Is King • Congregation

These Things Are True of You • Walker • Christian Ebner

MESSAGE: HEAVENLY PROMISE John MacArthur • John 14:1–14

Doxology Hymn • Congregation

Excerpt from Water Music • Handel • Organ Postlude

6:00 pm

O Worship the King • Trad./Billingsley • Instrumental Prelude

Songs of Praise • Congregation

Parent Dedication

Breathe on Me, Breath of God • Jackson • Offertory

MESSAGE: THE ESSENTIALS OF HANDLING GOD’S WORD John MacArthur • Selected Scriptures

Thine Be the Glory • Handel/Sturz • Organ Postlude

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* Interpreting for the deaf is provided during the 10:30 a.m. service. Arabic translation for the 10:30 a.m. service is available at gracechurch.org/live.

More, Still More Like Thee

Come, nearer, nearer still; Let not Thy light depart;Bend, break this stubborn will; Dissolve this iron heart!

Less wayward let me be, More pliable and mild;In glad simplicity More like a trustful child.

Less of the flesh each day, Less of the world and sin:More of Thy Son, I pray, More of Thyself within.

More molded to Thy will, Lord, let Thy servant be;Higher and higher still, More and still more like Thee!

Words by Horatius Bonar (1808–1889); music by Bill Brandenstein

Anthem

Hymn 390 May the Mind of Christ, My Savior

May the mind of Christ, my Savior Live in me from day to day,By His love and pow’r controlling All I do and say.

May I run the race before me, Strong and brave to face the foe,Looking only unto Jesus As I onward go.

Doxology Hymn

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• Fundamentals of the Faith• Grace Books Express• Local Outreach

• Spanish Ministries (by the Chapel)

THE WELCOME CENTER hosts a reception for visitors following each Sunday-morning service. Enjoy refreshments and find helpful people with answers to any questions you have about our church. You’ll also receive one of Pastor MacArthur’s books as a thank you for being with us today.

THE MEMBER CENTER has information about membership and baptism. It is located on the north side of the Heritage Building, across from the Welcome Center.

Today’s Membership Class 102 • 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. • T66 (basement)

THE PRAYER ROOM is staffed with counselors, ready to offer pastoral care. It is open after every service, and is adjacent to the Worship Center.

Campus Ministries On GraceWalk

RADIO gty.org/radioThe Integrity Factor • KKLA 99.5 FM LOS ANGELES M–F 6:30 am & 7:30 pm • KDAR 98.3 FM OXNARD•VENTURA M–F 2:00 & 10:00 am; Sun 2:00 am • SiriusXM CHANNEL 131 M–F 2:00 am & 8:00 pm

TELEVISION gty.org/television“The Startling Servant of Jehovah” • NRB Network CHANNEL 378 ON DIRECTV Sunday 6:30 pm

ONLINE gty.org • Sunday sermons • Audio archive: John MacArthur’s pulpit ministry • Resource library: books, study guides, videos, Q&As

All audio is available for free listening or downloading.

Grace to You

God Preserves Joseph

Genesis 37

God cares for His people.

“It Is Well with My Soul”

Why were Joseph’s brothers jealous and angry?

By confessing anger and jealousy.

As a family, read Genesis 37.

Genesis 39–50

MESSAGE

PASSAGE

PRINCIPLE

HYMN OF THE MONTH

ASK YOUR CHILD

APPLY

THIS WEEK

NEXT WEEK

Generations of Grace Children’s Sunday SchoolThe following lesson was taught today in Sunday School (Preschool through Juniors)

On the Patio

Bookstore

The Bookstore is open after each service and during the week. It is located on the south side of the Worship Center.

HIGHLIGHT

EXPRESS CHECK-OUT on GraceWalk

NOW AVAILABLE!

WHY BELIEVE THE BIBLE?by John MacArthur

This book will give you confidence in the power of God’s Word to transform your life. It includes a reading plan, a new preface, and other helpful tools and resources for studying the Bible.

EXPRESS CHECK-OUT on GraceWalk

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We hold a very high regard for Scripture at Grace Community Church. We believe it is the inerrant Word of God. Scripture is God’s

revelation to us. It informs us, convicts us, guides us, and encourages us. It is able to lead us to salvation. As Paul writes, “All Scripture is inspired [breathed out] by

God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16–17).

Fundamentals of the Faith (FOF), a 16-week course that teaches the basic doctrines of the Bible, has provided a clear and straightforward approach to the study of Scripture at Grace Church for many years. The course helps to lay a foundation upon which spiritual lives can be built. It’s never too soon—or too late—to take a Fundamentals of the Faith class. The lessons provide both a broad overview of the Bible and closer looks at important topics. Major topics include the attributes of God, the work of Christ, the ministry of the Holy Spirit, salvation, prayer, worship, spiritual gifts, and evangelism. The focus is always on Scripture, that which God has revealed to us in His word.

Fundamentals of the Faith started here about forty years ago, and today more than 30,000 copies of the student workbook (English) are

Dave Amandus • Elder, Fundamentals of the Faith

sold each year. FOF has also been translated into more than thirty different languages, including Spanish, French, Korean, Arabic, Japanese, German, Chinese, Hindu, Tagalog, Russian, Creole, Swahili, and Urdu, to name just a few. The material is used in churches, Bible studies, small discipleship groups, and prisons; on the mission field; and for self-study all over the world.

FOF teachers at Grace Church have been through a rigorous training program. During twelve weeks of preparation, they are challenged in their abilities to dig out and teach biblical truth. They are required to write essays on complex doctrinal topics such as the trinity, the kenosis, predestination, and spiritual gifts. They study these subjects at a deeper level,

Fundamentals of the Faith helps to lay

a foundation upon which spiritual lives

can be built.

Building a Foundation on GOD’S WORD

God gives to the church those who teach the Word and faithfully live the truth that they teach. We are blessed here at Grace Church to actually see that lived out in front of our eyes through the lives of John and Patricia MacArthur. Our faith is strengthened and our love is increased—both for Christ and for our beloved pastor and his precious and faithful wife.

For 46 years of faithfulness in proclaiming God’s Word.With love and gratitude from your church family

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so that they can explain them to the students in a way that is simpler to grasp. We are blessed to have about twenty Fundamentals of the Faith teachers serving in our ministry at any given time. Many of our teachers are seminary students who will eventually leave Grace Church to serve elsewhere, but FOF will go with them. All of the men who teach the course have the desire to serve God by sharing the truths of His word with others.

Here on campus we offer “small scale” Fundamentals of the Faith classes, averaging 10–12 students. This approach allows for plenty of interaction and discussion between the students and teachers, providing an excellent environment for learning. The classes remain together as a group throughout the

length of the course, and often a special bond develops between the students and teachers.

You can register for a Fundamentals of the Faith class at the table located on GraceWalk every Sunday morning. Classes meet on Sunday mornings or Wednesday evenings, and workbooks are available at the first meeting. FOF workbooks and teacher guides in English and Spanish are also available at the bookstore or online at gracebooks.com.

If you haven’t taken an FOF class, I encourage you to sign up this morning. As the psalmist writes, “The unfolding of Your words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple” (119:130). Come share in this blessing today.

Building a Foundation on GOD’S WORD

Thank You,JohnFor more information about Fundamentals of the Faith, visit gracechurch.org/fof.

CommunionFebruary 15 • 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes. —1 Corinthians 11:26

Law Enforcement Appreciation DayFebruary 22 • 10:30 a.m.

In light of the recent national discourse on law enforcement, on Sunday, February 22, our pastor will honor these men and women for their commitment and service to our communities. We have extended an invitation to all the members of the law enforcement agencies in the greater Los Angeles area to attend our 10:30 a.m. service, followed by a special lunch held in their honor on our campus. Please be in prayer for our church as we attempt to demonstrate to unbelievers that the Bible teaches us to be subject to governing authorities because all civil authority is ordained by God.

Men of GraceWednesdays • 7:00 p.m. • H223–224

Weekly Bible study open to all men

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Grace Around the WorldThe Williams FamilySammy & Nicole, Hannah Joy, Caleb, Micah, Sarah Grace, Abigail Faith

Serving in India Since 2001

Prayer / Praise

• Pray for a conference we will be conducting in Delhi during the last week of March for 100 pastors from the Ao Baptist Convention. Pray for continuing opportunity to scripturally influence this Baptist group and its leaders.

• Praise God for the recent addition to our family of Abigail Faith! Pray that Christ would capture the hearts of our five children with His gospel and use them for His glory.

Faith PromiseLast week you generously gave $11,620. Thank you for your ongoing support of our missionary families.

Neighborhood OutreachSundays • 12:30 p.m. • T265This ministry brings the good news of God’s grace to our local community on Sunday afternoons. After a potluck meal, participants go out into the neighborhood to present the gospel, invite our neighbors to church, and learn about any needs our church may be able to meet. The ministry also does street evangelism at the North Hollywood Metro Station. For more information call 818-909-5721.

Make me know Your ways, O LORD; Teach me Your paths.Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For You are the God of my salvation.

—Psalm 25:4–5

The Master’s Kids Informational MeetingThursday, February 19 • 10 a.m.–Noon • T270s

Attendance gives you priority for the 2015–2016 class.

Joint Heirs Ladies TEA (Teaching, Edification, Application)Monday, February 9 • 7:00 p.m. • T260s

Speaker: Lauren Brown. All women are welcome.

Sojourners Women’s FellowshipThursday, February 12 • 9:30–11:30 a.m. • T270s • Speaker: Lyn Hoeft

All women are welcome. Call 818-887-9717 for more information.

PSP Homeschool Open HouseFriday, February 27 • 9:00 a.m. • CC130

Enrollment opening for 2015–2016 school year (K–12 ). For more information or to RSVP, call Julie at 424-206-9598

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Sunday School TeachersChildren’s Ministry has an immediate need for adults to serve as Sunday School teachers (8:30 and 10:30 a.m.). For more information, call 818-909-5631.

Children’s Ministry OpportunityThe Master’s Kids is seeking a new program coordinator for the 2015–2016 school year. This is a volunteer position in a fun, “mommy-and-me” preschool environment. If you have solid administrative skills and a heart to serve moms and kids, call the children’s ministry office at 818-909-5631.

Job OpportunitiesAccounting Manager. The Grace Church Accounting Department has a full-time opening for an accounting manager. Candidates will manage day-to-day operations of a fast-paced team environment and oversee and review processes related to month-end close, audit, and year-end tax reporting. Position requires ability to research and document tax and accounting issues; excellent organizational, analytical, and multi-tasking skills; and experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office. Payroll experience preferred. Applicants for employment must be, if employed, biblically qualified as a deacon or deaconess and a member of Grace Church. For more information or to request an application, contact Human Resources at HR@gracechurch.org or 818-909-5672.

Administrative Assistant. Grace to You has a full-time opening for an administrative assistant to the director of Gracia a Vosotros. Applicants must have strong secretarial skills, organizational abilities, a professional phone manner, fluency in English and Spanish, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. For more information, call Monica at 661-295-5777.

With the LordLinda Barcelona recently went to be with the Lord. Please remember her family in your prayers.

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His godly ones. ––Psalm 116:15

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The Guild (Single adults)T361Pastor: Don Carr

Monday Morning Prayer GroupWelcome Center

Grace Today is published weekly by Grace Community Church. ©2014 by Grace Community Church. Scripture, unless

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13248 Roscoe Blvd.Sun Valley, CA 91352

Our mission is to glorify God and extend His kingdom by

living and proclaiming His truth in the world.

8:30 a.m.Children’s Sunday SchoolVisit the Welcome Centerfor room locations. Pastor: Matt White

Cornerstone(All ages) T371Pastors: Nathan Busenitz, Justin Harris, Mark Tatlock

Doulos (20s & 30s) T361Pastor: Carl Hargrove

FaithBuilders (All ages) T261Pastor: Bill Shannon

GraceLife (All ages)Family CenterPastors: Phil Johnson,Mike Riccardi

Junior High (Grades 7–8)T73 (Basement)Pastor: Andrew Curry

Mentally DisabledCC130 (east)Pastor: Rick McLean

Spanish Adult Sunday School H221-222 Teachers: Josiah Grauman, Heber Torres

Spanish Worship ServiceChapelPastors: Henry Tolopilo,Michael Mahoney

10:30 a.m.Children’s Sunday SchoolVisit the Welcome Centerfor room locations. Pastor: Matt White

Crossroads(College & young adults)Family CenterPastor: Austin Duncan

High School (Grades 9–12)T73 (Basement)Pastor: Josh Petras

Joint Heirs (All ages) T261Pastors: Tom Patton, John Street

Mainstream (All ages) T361Pastor: Rich Gregory

Mentally DisabledCC130 (east)Pastor: Rick McLean

Sojourners (All ages) T371Pastor: William Varner

Spanish Adult Sunday School H221–222Teachers: Josiah Grauman, Ruben Pidal, Heber Torres

Spanish Worship ServiceChapelPastors: Henry Tolopilo,Michael Mahoney

5:00 p.m.Sunday Night Prayer GroupGrace Grill(next to the Children’s Center)

6:00 p.m.Discovery (Grades 1–6)Family CenterDiscovery Kids (Ages 3–5)CC134-136

5:00 p.m.Neighborhood OutreachT273

Visit our website at

MINISTRY DIRECTORY

Administration818-909-5500

Children818-909-5631

Equipping818-909-5671

Membership818-909-5644

Men818-909-5537

Outreach818-909-5700

Pastoral Care & Counseling818-909-5537

Prayer818-909-5519

Spanish818-909-5722

Special Ministries818-909-5519

Student818-909-5593

Women818-909-5521

8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

12:30 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

Fridays 7:30 p.m.

Mondays 9:00 a.m.

Building Abbreviation KeyT = Tower H = Heritage CC = Children’s Center