Main Street Church

<p>It’s interesting how a bunch of people can look at the same thing but have different opinions. It happens with the Christmas story all the time. Some people see it as a nice clean family friendly story. Others look at it and laugh or ignore it out right because it seems irrelevant to their life. Still others view it as a story filled with hope, joy and peace. The truth is the Christmas story is full of messiness, intrigue and pain. It is a battle between good and evil that points to a day that will fill people with, joy, hope and peace. It’s when you understand it in all of its context is the moment you see what God sees.<br><br>Join us this Christmas season as we look at the Christmas story through the eyes of three characters. The Wise men, King Herod and the Shepherds. Their perspectives may give you a clearer focus on the life changing message of Christmas.<br><br>Christmas Eve Services 3:30pm, 5:15pm & 7pm</p>

<p>Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.<br><br>Seek God the First of the Day (Devotions) (Psalm 63:1 and Mark 1:35)<br>Seek God the First of the Week (Church) (Acts 20:7 and Hebrews 10:25)<br>Seek God the First of the Month (the Tithe) (Leviticus 27:30 and 2 Corinthians 9:7)<br>Seek God the First of the Year (Month of Fasting)</p>

<p>Money isn’t good and money isn’t bad. But like any worldly thing it can turn into something harmful or even dangerous. In fact how we handle our money answers the most important questions about us. The Bible sums up how we can avoid having our finances gain control of our hearts and lives in one word - GENEROSITY.</p>

<p>Pastor Dean Orrell speaks on one of our core values at Main Street Church<br><br>"WE ARE ALL ABOUT THE LOCAL CHURCH"<br>The local church is God's "Plan A" to reach the world - He has no "Plan B"</p>

<p>Pastor Shawn concludes the FEAR(LESS) series.</p>

<p>•The payoff for following Jesus is a fearless life.<br>•Why does God make a fearless life the payoff for following Him?<br>•It demonstrates our faith in Him.<br>•It develops the kind of faith that frees us to love like God loves.<br>•Following Jesus is a journey. The more you follow Jesus the more fearless you become.‪</p>

<p>1. WORSHIP – This brings us into a proper perspective of God and our issues.<br>2. WAIT – God rarely allows us to walk forward without first learning to wait.<br>3. WALK – Walking is obedience – it’s doing what God says.<br>4. WATCH – This is where we get to see God deliver and breakthrough in our lives. Sadly, many never see this because they don’t practice the first three words.</p>

<p>Today's sermon we look at the life of Joseph and how he deals with the BULLY of FEAR.</p>

<p>Who or what do you turn to when you are afraid?<br>Is Jesus our last resort rather than our first resources.</p>

<p>Pastor Shawn answers the #1 question we received for our "YOU ASKED FOR IT SERIES".<br>You may be surprised what the Bible and Pastor Shawn have to say on the topic.<br><br>If you would like to do some further study or reading on the topic of the Bible and Homosexuality. Pastor Shawn recommends the following resources. They can be ordered from Amazon and the link is included.<br><br>The Bible and Homosexual Practice<br><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Bible-Homosexual-Practice-Text-Hermeneutics/dp/0687022797/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441041869&sr=8-1&keywords=robert+gagnon" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.ca/Bible-Homosexual-Practice-Text-Hermeneutics/dp/0687022797/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441041869&sr=8-1&keywords=robert+gagnon</a><br><br>Counter Culture: A Compassionate Call to Counter Culture in a World of Poverty, Same-Sex Marriage, Racism, Sex Slavery, Immigration, Abortion, Persecution, Orphans and Pornography<br><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Counter-Culture-Compassionate-Immigration-Persecution-ebook/dp/B00J37GQCC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441041983&sr=8-1&keywords=david+platt" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.ca/Counter-Culture-Compassionate-Immigration-Persecution-ebook/dp/B00J37GQCC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441041983&sr=8-1&keywords=david+platt</a><br><br>Same-Sex Marriage: A Thoughtful Approach to God’s Design for Marriage<br><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Same-Sex-Marriage-Thoughtful-Approach-Design/dp/080101834X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441041914&sr=8-1&keywords=sean+Mcdowell" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.ca/Same-Sex-Marriage-Thoughtful-Approach-Design/dp/080101834X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441041914&sr=8-1&keywords=sean+Mcdowell</a><br><br>Can You Be Gay and Christian?: Responding With Love and Truth to Questions About Homosexuality<br><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Can-You-Gay-Christian-Homosexuality/dp/162136593X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441042166&sr=8-1&keywords=can+you+be+gay+and+christian" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.ca/Can-You-Gay-Christian-Homosexuality/dp/162136593X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441042166&sr=8-1&keywords=can+you+be+gay+and+christian</a></p>

<p>Join us August 16th for the Seeds of Hope Grace Academy Choir. This will be an inspiring and touching morning as we hear the stories and songs of these remarkable children. Be sure to invite your friends and family.</p>

<p>IS HELL REAL?<br>Jesus Spoke of Hell more than Heaven.<br>Jesus spoke of Hell as a warning not as a threat.<br>God doesn't send anyone to Hell, People choose Hell.</p>

<p>As followers of Jesus we are free to follow where the evidence leads us.</p>

<p>Was Jesus a Liar, Lunatic or Lord?<br>Jesus is the WAY, the TRUTH and the LIFE.</p>

<p>Special Guest Gerald Ferreira walks us through the book of Mark and how the disciples lack faith and understanding just like us. Despite this we see that Jesus still chooses to be in relationship with them and to use them to do amazing things in his name.</p>

<p>What is the purpose of the Old Testament Law?<br><br>*Sorry due to technical difficulties there is no sermon video this week.*</p>

<p>Jesus blesses those who don't lose or walk away from their faith because of something He does, says, allows or doesn't allow (See Matt 11:6)</p>