June 29th, 2022
“Do not be afraid,” Samuel replied. “You have done all this evil; yet do not turn away from the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart. 21 Do not turn away after useless idols. They can do you no good, nor can they rescue you, because they are useless. 22 For the sake of his great name the Lord will not reject his people, because the Lord was pleased to make you his own. 23 As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the Lord by failing to pray for you. And I will teach you the way that is good and right. 24 But be sure to fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you. 25 Yet if you persist in doing evil, both you and your king will perish.”
-1 Samuel 12:20–25- 


When my son Brady was younger he loved to play with an app that distorted photos. What was beautiful, is now distorted. We live in a radically distorted world, and so did the people whom Samuel was teaching. They were worshiping useless gods and refused to listen to the Lord. Samuel said, 

“Do not turn away (from God) after useless idols. They can do you no good, nor can they rescue you, because they are useless.”  

We have lots of useless idols too don’t we? Take a moment and reflect upon the idols in your life and the idols that our world tries to jam down your throat… useless idols. They cannot save you. 

“But be sure to fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you. Yet if you persist in doing evil, both you and your king will perish.”  

Sometimes the truth is hard to hear isn’t it, but it is still the truth. Satan loves to distort the truth of God’s Word, but Samuel assures the distorted people of two things. 

#1. If the people continue to persist in doing evil, the people and their leaders will perish. 

#2. If the people fear the Lord and trust in Him, they will not be rejected because “He was pleased to make you his own.” God loves those who faithfully serve him.  

God is THRILLED to make you his own. It was God’s decision to send his one and only Son, Jesus, to die for you and all who believe. There is no distortion, no blurriness, just undeserved grace. You are beautiful because the Lord was pleased to make you his own. 

Prayer: Merciful LORD, thank you for not rejecting us. Help us always to fear and trust in you alone. We are blessed that you claim us as your own.

AMEN 

Join us Sunday as we seek Jesus in The Story, chapter 10 where the people were distorted, but God’s plan endures despite them. See you Sunday, I can’t wait!
The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

2 Corinthians 9:6-7
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July 3rd Bible Study
10:15-10:45
*Read Chapter 10 of The Story

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July 3rd, 2022

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(Ages 3 through 2nd grade)
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Nursery for Newborns – 2 year olds.
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Prayers
LORD JESUS, HEAL OUR LAND, OUR BODIES AND OUR HEARTS.

Please pray for . . .

  • Peace for our world that all might see The Light in which darkness cannot overcome.

  • Laura (daughter of Theresa Arguello) and Josh, who lost their twin babies, Aidan and Asher, in the womb early this morning. Please pray for comfort and peace beyond understanding for the entire family.

  • The family and friends of Andres Lozano, who passed away unexpectedly last week. Pray for provision for his baby daughter and family and for peace beyond all understanding.

  • For all those who struggle with addiction.

  • Jerry, Jodie's father, whose cancer has returned. Pray for comfort and healing.

  • Rosemarie, Dora's niece, who is experiencing serious trials with her health and is waiting for a kidney transplant. Pray for continued healing, provision, and perseverance.

  • Todd Purse, who has been diagnosed with cancer. Pray for healing and comfort.

  • Debra's mom, who is struggling with health issues. Pray for comfort, peace, and answers.

  • Carol Proffitt who has been sick and is homebound, and her daughter Pam who is caring for her. Grant them peace and comfort

  • Everyone in our congregation and their families who are dealing with the pains and trials of cancer, including Todd Purse; Connie Kerr; Keith; Chris; Sharon Hlavinka; Rance Ketterling; Amanda; Jerry; April; and Suzanne.
GOD'S WILL BE DONE
See you Sunday!
Contact Information
Phone: 970-445-3101
Email: Austin@GraceGypsum.com 

Staff and Volunteer Staff
Pastor Austin Kraft, 970-688-1100, austin@gracegypsum.com 
Brookelyn Sharpe, Administrative Assistant, 970-445-3101, brookelyn@gracegypsum.com
Nancy Kraft, Service Coordinator, 303-870-3433, njokraft@yahoo.com
Susan Flock, App and Website Coordinator, 970-361-4771, flock21@aol.com
Israel Hernandez, Worship Team Leader, 970-331-6177, Israelh08@hotmail.com
Pastor Dan Rohlwing, Pastor Emeritus in Memoriam

Sunday Schedule
Worship Services: 9:00 and 11:00 am (nursery provided at 9:00).
Sunday School: 10:15-10:45 for all ages (Nursery provided)
Kids Church: During sermon-time at the 9:00 am service.

Affiliation
Grace Fellowship is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (lcms.org).

Our Mission
Proclaim, Nurture, and Serve. 

Proclaim Jesus as Savior. 
Nurture faith in Jesus. 
Serve in the name of Jesus.

Our Purpose
Embrace Christ!