Welcome Home - Lesson Luke 15.13-16
Pride & The Far Country
October 11 - Communion Sunday

Dear Grace of Christ Family,

Last Sunday we saw that the self-centered nature of sin causes us to operate from a spirit of entitlement. The Prodigal Son wanted what he had coming to him, and he wanted it now. He does have the right to receive his portion of the inheritance. However, to ask for it before his father is even dead is a very selfish request. It revealed his disrespect for his father, his family, and even his faith. The younger son wanted to live life on his terms. That is the nature of sin.  

As we continue in Luke 15, we will see that the younger son packs up all he has and hits the road. He eventually ends up in the "far country". It is believed to be a land occupied by Gentiles. Although life does not get better for him, nothing can stop him from his pursuit of independence. It may be that his self-centeredness drove him to the far country. However, it is his pride that keeps him from going home.

Because of Christ, and in His Grace,
Pastor Bill
Reservations For Sunday October 18
Will open the morning of October 11
Dear Grace of Christ Family,
 
“I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD!’” (Psalm 122.1)
 
It was a refreshing time of worship this past Sunday. We had a limited group join us in the Sanctuary. I now look forward to more joining us this Sunday, October 11th and subsequent Sundays going forward. Make your plans to join us by registering at https://yakimagrace.com/oct11. 

We are limited to 50 people in the sanctuary, but will have the gym available as well. Doors will open at 9:30am at the South entrance. You will make your way to the sign-in table by the coffee bar, and given instructions. 

We are also providing an FM transmission for anyone who would prefer to stay in their vehicle in the church parking lot. Set your FM dial to: 105.1FM....
Ways To Worship With Grace
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  2. Watch the 10am livestream on Facebook or YouTube (subscribe to get notifications when Grace goes live)
  3. Watch online or in the Yakima Grace App (usually posted by noon)
  4. Listen on your FM radio at 10am in the church parking lot on 105.1FM
Book Donations Needed For Adams Kids At Home!
10-12n | parking lot by the playground
Please take new or gently-used, appropriate books for kinder-5th graders from your bookshelf and bring them to the church gym on Wednesdays from 10a - 12n. Books for 3rd-5th graders are especially needed
HELP URGENTLY NEEDED
Thursday | 5pm | meet at Adams parking lot
More people are needed to help distribute books Thursday's at 5:00. Contact: Alex@yakimagrace.com. Meet at Adams. Volunteers will be paired up with a Spanish speaker. Takes about 90-120 minutes.
Still Time To Register.
Meet The Newman Family!
Justin, Rachell, Jasmine, Conner, June (cat) & Cruz (puppy)
God At Work In Our Lives
During this time to Pause
to be still and to see God at work,
our Church Family has been so blessed to see God moving mightily in our hearts, minds, families, and neighborhoods.
Witness Of Love
Prayer Testimonies From July
From Our Intercessory Prayer Team
Since we have been in quarantine, our Intercessory Prayer Teams have continued praying! We’d like to share some of their testimonies – what they have been hearing from God. We hope these words - God’s love, promises and truths – inspire you in your walk with God and as you pray for our Church.
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