"Then what advantage has the Jew? Or what is
the value of circumcision?"
"What if some were unfaithful? Does their faithlessness nullify the faithfulness of God?"
"But if our unrighteousness serves to show the righteousness of God, what shall we say?
That God is unrighteous to inflict wrath on us?"
"Are we Jews any better off?"
Romans 3:1, 3, 5, 9
The words above reveal 4 questions that the Apostle Paul anticipates a religious-minded Jew might ask in response to what he declared in chapters 1 and 2 of Romans. Since chapter 1:17, Paul has been pushing to demonstrate that all mankind, not just the Gentiles, but the Jews also, are equally guilty before God. Apart from a Divine Deliverance, all humanity will equally suffer the wrath of God for sin. Granted, focusing on this reality is not the "uplift" many expect to receive when they attend a worship gathering. Yet, if we are going to move through the text of Scripture, we must deal with each passage as it really is, so we can discover the fullness of God's message. In short, God's message in Romans 1:17- Romans 3:20 is that the totality of humanity needs Divine Deliverance from sin or we shall all likewise perish.
After our Thanksgiving Celebration on Sunday, November 21, we will return to Romans 3:21-31 and begin to find Paul bringing out the GOOD NEWS of The Gospel which speaks of the Divine Deliverance we all need. So, hang in there, the good news of God's grace is just around the corner. Till then, we are in Romans 3:1-20, looking at Critical Questions From A Religious Mind.
I hope to connect with you in person this Sunday, but if you cannot attend in person, I invite you to connect with the gathering online through our website: www.themissiondsm.org or The Mission Church Facebook page.
Have a blessed weekend!
Upcoming Events
November 14 - 2nd Sunday Prayer
November 14 - Shoebox Collection Sunday
November 15 - Ladies Unity Event
November 20 - Men's Breakfast
November 21 - Thanksgiving Celebration Sunday
December 5 - Carols & Cookies
Sign up now for We Gather Together
Have you looked around at TMC and thought there are many people you haven’t met yet? Maybe you are relatively new and wonder how do I meet others at TMC? We have a new ministry to help you connect with others at TMC! Each group will meet once a month for three months - January, February, and March. “We Gather” groups will be formed for the purpose of fellowship and connection. New groups will form for April to June. The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, December 15. Please clickHEREfor additional information and to sign up. Questions? Contactjchristiansen@themissiondsm.org.
Christmas Decorating!
We know that Thanksgiving has not even happened yet, but we are organizing the Christmas decorating at TMC. Do you have an eye for decorating? We would LOVE your help! We will be decorating during the week of November 28. Please click HERE to let us know.
Shoebox Collection THIS Sunday!
This is collection week! Bring your packed shoeboxes to the Mission Café. The Tesser team will box them up and get them to their next stop on their journey. This is such a fantastic opportunity to take the message of Jesus to the ends of the earth. All you have to do is pack a simple box! Did you forget to pick up a box? No problem. You can click the link below to pack your box online! Maybe you just want to skip the craziness of the stores. Click the link! Pack a box online! Build a Box
A Special Men's Breakfast
All men are invited on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 8 AM in the Community Room for a hot breakfast and a special session! We'll be watching a short conference video from the National Disciple-making Forum and then some of our men will be sharing their experience after attending that event. We believe you'll be encouraged by the video, the testimony of these men, and the small group discussion time as you seek to walk with Jesus as a man of God in your season of life. Bring a friend! RSVP
Ladies Unity Event
Gather around a table with new friends, and old, at the November Called to Unity on Monday, Nov. 15 from 7-8:30 PM. Join us in the Mission Café as we share in a fun and cozy evening of intentional connections and conversations that will promote unity and togetherness! The evening will be broken into 3 small group sessions. Women gather at tables of 4 and go through questions together, some lighthearted and others more serious. After 15 minutes, participants get up and sit at a new table with new women. No RSVP required - hope to see you there!
Wednesday Night Meal This week we will have lasagna, dinner salad, garlic bread, fruit, dessert. Want to drive up and get your meal to go? Let us know! Click HERE to signup for the meal!
Pick up your Nomination Packet today
It is that time of year already! TMC members are being asked to consider the men of our church and to nominate those whom we believe should be considered to serve as Deacons or Elders. Nomination packets are available this Sunday at the west entrance Welcome Center and on the table at the east entrance. Please pick your packet up today! Please place your completed nomination forms in the silver box at the Welcome Center.
We want to stay connected with you! If there’s anything you would like us to know, pray about or celebrate, please fill out the form HERE. If we can do anything to serve you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Sunday, November 14
Worship Service
How Great Thou Art
House of the Lord
Your Grace Finds Me
Grace That Won't Let Go
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