September 14th, 2023

CORRECTION-

BIBLE REFERENCE IN THE ARTICLE BELOW WAS NOT CORRECT. PLEASE READ MATTHEW 18:21–35.

I APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISTAKE. - PASTOR AUSTIN

'Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant just as I had on you?’

-Matthew 18:33-

The king reigns and rules over the land. The king makes decisions, and they are so. Open your Bible to Matthew 18:21–35 and you will read an incredible parable, a story Jesus tells to make a point. Peter is asking how much he must forgive those who have wronged him and others. Jesus gives him a remarkable answer, indicating there is no limit to the forgiveness Peter should show others because God shows unforgettable forgiveness.  

To illustrate this, Jesus tells a story a kingdom parable. How can you tell? It’s easy. These parables usually begin with “The kingdom of heaven is like …” Therefore this story is about how the kingdom of heaven functions, how God functions when it comes to forgiveness, and the lack of forgiveness to others.  

Jesus shares a roller coaster story of daunting debt, unforgettable forgiveness, and the disgusting refusal to forgive. I will let you read Jesus’ story and ponder his profound words . . . nothing more needs to be said.  

PRAYER: Jesus, thank you for forgiving me for all I have done. Help me to lavishly forgive others as you have forgiven me. Thank you for canceling my debt of sins fully and completely, and restoring me to new life in you my Lord, my Savior, and my King. AMEN 

See you Sunday, I can’t wait! 

Pastor Austin 

The Calendar at a Glance 

• September 12th & 13th, Precept Bible Study Classes begin @ 7pm

• September 13th, "The Chosen" Watch and Study, 6:30-8:00 pm

• September 17th, Worship Services, Connect Hour Fellowship Sunday. Join us from 10:00 to 11:00 am

• September 20th, "The Chosen" Watch and Study, 6:30-8:00 pm

• September 24th, Worship Services, Connect Hour Fellowship

Connect Hour Fellowship Sunday

THIS Sunday, September 17th!

Connect Hour Bible study groups will not be meeting.

Fellowship 10:00–11:00

Come connect with one another,

meet someone new,

or catch up with an old friend.



Enjoy hot coffee, donuts, bagels and cream cheese.

See you then!

Season 2 of The Chosen meets TONIGHT,

September 13th, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

Come watch and discuss Episode 7 with us!

Serving Him with Gladness

Grace Fellowship LWML wants to continue the work in the mission field within our own community.

We have been invited to provide the Simple Supper.

• When: Monday, September 18th from 4 pm to 7 pm
• Where: United Methodist Church, 333 East 2nd Street

Please consider making or donating the food for the supper

and/or serving that evening.

Sign up at church THIS Sunday or please reach out to

Nancy 303-870-3433 or Jan 970-309-3292 with questions.

Sunday Services

September 17th, 2023

9:00 or 11:00

-or-

ONLINE

KIDS' CHURCH at 9:00 am service

(Ages 3 through 5th grade)

Kids' Church follows the kid's sermon. They will further explore the day's sermon theme with their group. We can’t wait to see them!

NURSERY

Nursery for Newborns – up to 3 year olds.

Nursery is open during our 9:00 am service and during Connect Hour from 10:15-10:45!

Join us on Facebook this Sunday morning at approximately 9:15 AM, or view the recording anytime on Facebook, Vimeo or YouTube.

Click the image below to connect.

LORD JESUS, HEAL OUR LAND, OUR BODIES, AND OUR HEARTS.

Please pray for. . .

• The people of Libya, after the devastating storm and flooding that has occurred and thousands of lives lost. Pray for God's mighty hand to cover them with His mercy and grace through the people that come to their aid.

• Larry Arguello, who has an upcoming knee surgery next week. Please pray everything goes as planned and that he can be on the road to recovery.

• Erich Petersen, who continues to recover at Craig Hospital.

• Ian Skluzacek, who is still recovering from shoulder surgery.

• Rita and Julie Arguello, who are all battling different medical issues.

• 8-Year-Old Oliver, who is still dealing with serious medical issues.

• Kipp Hamberger, who is making progress in recovering from surgery.

• Debra Ketterling and family, as they have been facing some health challenges lately.

• Our military members and their families. For those that are deployed, please give them courage, hope, and strength and be their power and protector during their mission. God, continue to watch over all military families and bless them for their service.



• Carol Proffitt, who has been sick and is still homebound, and for those who are caring for her. Pray for continued care and provision during this difficult time.

• everyone in our congregation and their families who are dealing with the pains and trials of cancer and other illnesses including Todd Purse; Connie Kerr; Keith; Chris; Sharon Hlavinka; Rance Ketterling; Darlee, Amanda; Jerry Wiisanen; Rosemarie; April; Suzanne, Mary's sister-in-law; Bonnie Lamotta; Mark Von Soosten, Aaron, Ryan, John Kirchner, Oliver, Sue Carver,

GOD'S WILL BE DONE