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"Life in His Name" cont.
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We welcome you to our Sunday service, where we come together to worship
FELLOWSHIP TIME: 10am enjoy a cup of coffee and visit with others
MORNING WORSHIP: 10:30am
CHILDRENS CHURCH: Please feel free to utilize our childrens church
"Life in His Name" cont.
Speaker: Ben Anderson (int. Pastor)
VIDEO SERMON BELOW
DATE: Sunday May 31st,2026
VERSE(s)OF THE WEEK:
John 5:20-29
The Authority of the Son
19 So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of his own accord, but only what he sees the Father doing. For whatever the Father[a] does, that the Son does likewise. 20 For the Father loves the Son and shows him all that he himself is doing. And greater works than these will he show him, so that you may marvel. 21 For as the Father raises the dead and gives them life, so also the Son gives life to whom he will. 22 For the Father judges no one, but has given all judgment to the Son, 23 that all may honor the Son, just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him. 24 Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.
25 “Truly, truly, I say to you, an hour is coming, and is now here, when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God, and those who hear will live. 26 For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself. 27 And he has given him authority to execute judgment, because he is the Son of Man. 28 Do not marvel at this, for an hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment.
Additional Scripture:
Phillippians 2:4-7 .. 9-11
2 Thessalonians 1:7-10 .. 4:16-17
Revelations 20:11-15
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Devotional
No true happiness can be found without Jesus.
Whether it was Nicodemus who had all the religion and power a man could desire or a woman who had been used up and thrown out by the world, no true happiness can be found without Jesus. Empty hearts long for satisfaction. We search everywhere and in everything to satisfy our hearts desire but to no avail. Mankind has been created to bring glory to the Father. If man does not give God glory with every part of their being they will never find their created meaning.
That is the beauty of the resurrection morning. God so loved the world He brought the living water we could never find down to earth. He desired to demonstrate His love to mankind so much that called man from their despair to new life. Without God’s intervention on Easter morning, man would never find life on their own. Jesus willingly died on the cross and rose again that third to destroy death once and for all.
The Father holds out the free gift of eternal life to us. There is no payment that man can pay for such a treasure. We must simply accept this wonderful gift. The moment the gift is received God calls us back to life. No longer do we wander in search of satisfaction. Now the spring of life is in our souls. The only reasonable response to such a salvation is to give God all the glory and to walk worthy of such a calling.
By: Ben Anderson
Let's Pray,
Dear Heavenly Father, grant us the wisdom to trust you with our lives, and to expect nothing less than your love and kindness towards we your children. Lord we ask that you strengthen our hearts in the Christian Hope, the Christian Hope and Freedom that only comes in and through Jesus Christ!
Amen!
The word of the Lord is right and true; he is faithful in all he does. Psalm 33:4
Interim Pastor: Ben Anderson
Elders
MEET OUR STAFF; Our staff is dedicated to serving our congregation and community.
Dave Nielsen
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Dave Johnson
New Elder: Del Knudson Pic coming SOON
Deacons
MEET OUR STAFF; Our staff is dedicated to serving our congregation and community.
Scott Stickney
September Johnson
Robin Ludeman
Statement of Faith
WE BELIEVE:
1. WE BELIEVE The scripture of the Holy Bible, both old and new testaments, to be the inspired Word of GOD, without error in the original autographs, the complete revelation of his will for the salvation of all persons and the Divine and final authority for Christian faith and life.
2. We BELIEVE In one GOD of all things seen and unseen, Divine originator of all principalities, powers and authorities, infinitely perfect and eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
3. WE BELIEVE That Jesus of Nazareth is the Christ, Fully God and Fully Man, having been conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He lived a sinless life and was crucified to death on a Roman Cross as a sacrifice for the sins of all mankind, fulfilling the prophecies concerning the messiah in the scriptures. Further, He rose from the dead, ascended into heaven where at the right hand of God He is now our High Priest and Advocate.
4. WE BELIEVE That the ministry of the Holy Spirit is to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ and during this age, to convict man, regenerate the living sinner, and indwell, instruct and empower the believer for Godly living and service, guiding all believers to walk in Truth, Love, and Obedience.
5. WE BELIEVE That man was created in the image of God but fell into sin and is therefore separated from God and lost, and only through regeneration by the Holy Spirit can salvation and spiritual life be restored.
6. WE BELIEVE That the shed blood of Jesus Christ and His Resurrection provide the ONLY grounds for salvation and justification for all who believe, and only those who receive Jesus Christ as Savior and Sovereign Lord are born of the Holy Spirit, thus becoming children of God, which is a permanent condition.
7. WE BELIEVE That water baptism and the Lord's Supper (Communion) are sacraments to be observed and commemorated collectively be the church during the present age of grace. They are not, however, to be regarded as a means of salvation.
8. WE BELIEVE That the true church is composed of all persons who through saving faith in Jesus Christ have been regenerated by the Holy Spirit and are united together in the Body of Christ, His bride preserved for Him at his second coming, which is His Church of which He is the Head.
9. WE BELIEVE That only those who are members of that true church are eligible for membership in this local church body.
10. WE BELIEVE That Jesus Christ is the Lord and Head of this church body and every local church has the responsibility and right, under Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit, to make decisions governing it's own affairs without interference.
11. WE BELIEVE In the imminent coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. This hope has a vital bearing on every aspect of the lives of each believer that should bear fruit worthy of their calling, abilities, and spiritual gifts.
12. WE BELIEVE In the bodily resurrection of believers from the grave, of the believer's everlasting and permanent joy in the presence of God; of the unbeliever's
How do we actually live like God is Enough??
1. Start with DAILY SURRENDER!!
2. Employ morning gratitude listing specific ways God has been sufficient
3. Do "REGULAR CONTENTMENT CHECKS" throughout the day
4. Intentional "DOWNSIZING" of life's excesses
5. Dwelling Daily into scripture
6. Journal God's sufficiency EXAMPLE: 1. PROTECTION 2. PROVISION
7. Apply sufficiency in real life challenges by acknowledging the struggle
8. Lean into other Christians ... 2 Corinthians 12:9
Authored by: C. Edwards
Baptism-dead to sin - ALIVE to CHRIST
Baptism-dead to sin - ALIVE to CHRIST
Baptism-dead to sin - ALIVE to CHRIST
Baptism is an important step of obedience and public declaration of faith.
Now when all the people were baptized, and when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heavens were opened, and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form, like a dove; and a voice came from heaven, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.”
On hearing this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking in tongues and prophesying.
Find Hope and Healing
Baptism-dead to sin - ALIVE to CHRIST
Baptism-dead to sin - ALIVE to CHRIST
Psalm 147:3
He heals the brokenhearted
And binds up their wounds.
Jeremiah 17:14
Heal me, O Lord, and I will be healed;
Save me and I will be saved,
For You are my praise.
He sent out his word and healed them,
and delivered them from their destruction.
Missionary Work in Kenya, Vanuatu and many other countries
Psalms by Del Knudson
Psalms Book 14
Psalms 14:1-7
Folly of the Godless, and God’s Final Triumph
14 The fool has said in his heart,
“There is no God.”
They are corrupt,
They have done abominable works,
There is none who does good. (Romans 3:10-12)
2 The Lord looks down from heaven upon the children of men,
To see if there are any who understand, who seek God.
3 They have all turned aside,
They have together become corrupt;
There is none who does good,
No, not one. (Romans 3:23, John 4:23-24)
4 Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge,
Who eat up my people as they eat bread,
And do not call on the Lord? (James 4:13-16)
5 There they are in great fear,
For God is with the generation of the righteous.
6 You shame the counsel of the poor,
But the Lord is his refuge. (Matthew 28:20, James 2:5-6)
7 Oh,[a] that the salvation of Israel would come out of Zion!
When the Lord brings back [b]the captivity of His people,
Let Jacob rejoice and Israel be glad. (Luke 2:25-32)
Additional Scripture:
Romans 3:10-12 .. Romans 3:23
John 4:23-24
James 4:13-16 .. James 2:5-6
Matthew 28:20
Luke 2:25-32
Psalms this week:
LADIES BIBLE STUDY by SEPTEMBER JOHNSON
The Book of Acts
Ladies Bible Study Thursdays @11am
What does Acts chapter 12 mean?
Acts 12 is the last chapter of the book of Acts that places the apostles, specifically Peter, in the center of the narrative. The church is well-established in Jerusalem and deepening its base in Judea and Samaria. Already, Gentiles are coming to Christ on the coastal city of Caesarea Maritima and far north in Syrian Antioch. It is almost time for the gospel to spread farther.
Acts 12:1–5 gives us the only time an apostle's death is explicitly recorded in Scripture. Church tradition claims to know when and how the others died. For example, Peter was reportedly crucified upside-down and John survived being burned in boiling oil and died of natural causes. Biblically, however, we only know for certain about James, the brother of John and son of Zebedee (Mark 1:19–20). According to Josephus' writing, Herod Agrippa I was one of the few of Herod the Great's progeny who understood and catered to Jewish religious leadership. Here we see Herod Agrippa I arrest and behead James, and then imprison Peter.
Acts 12:6–11 records Peter's dramatic rescue. Peter is in prison in Jerusalem—probably in the Fortress Antonia—chained between two soldiers, when an angel appears and tells him to get up. The chains fall off, and the angel reminds Peter to dress. He does so and follows the angel past several guards and into the city. The angel disappears and Peter finally realizes he's not dreaming.
In Acts 12:12–19, Peter rushes to the home of Mary, the mother of John Mark and possible owner of the upper room. Several Jesus-followers, apparently not apostles, are there praying for Peter's release when they hear a knock. A servant girl named Rhoda answers but is so flummoxed she leaves him outside as she runs to tell the other Jesus-followers. After arguing as to whether it is really Peter, they let him in, and he explains what has happened. Peter tells them to relay the story to James, the half-brother of Jesus and leader of the Jerusalem church, and the other church leaders, before going into hiding. Peter will appear only once more in the book of Acts, in chapter 15 where a council of leaders determine if Gentile Jesus-followers should be required to follow the Jewish law.
Acts 12:20–25 describes the death of Herod Agrippa I. Grandson of Herod the Great, he was appreciated by the Jewish leadership in part because he convinced his friend, Emperor Caligula, not to install a statue of himself in the temple. He also read the Law to the Jews, endearing himself to the Pharisees. Ancient historians such as Josephus indicate that it was during a disagreement with Tyre and Sidon, on the second day of games Agrippa is hosting for Caesar in Caesarea Maritima, when he enters the arena and gives a speech wearing a robe made with silver thread. The sun catches the silver making him glow, and the people cry out, "The voice of a god, and not of a man!" (Acts 12:22). While it seems at another time Herod Agrippa I might have had the humility to deny their praises, this day he accepts them. An angel strikes him down. According to ancient historian Josephus, Agrippa's death involved five days of excruciating pain from an undiagnosed ailment that involves internal worms. In contrast, the church is growing. Barnabas and Saul deliver the support the church in Syrian Antioch collected for the church in Jerusalem (see Acts 11:27–30), update the church leaders, and return to Syrian Antioch.
In Acts 12, the focus of the book transitions from the apostles to Paul. The chapter begins with the first death of an apostle and ends with the death of a Roman territorial king. We also see God's miraculous rescue of Peter. In chapters 13 and 14, Paul and Barnabas embark on their first missionary trip—specifically to the island of Cyprus and the central region of modern-day Asia Minor. In Acts 15, they will return to Jerusalem for guidance from the church leaders about the requirements for Gentile Jesus-followers. Acts 16—20 cover the second and third trips, and chapters 21—28 Paul's arrest, imprisonment in Caesarea Maritima, and sea voyage to Rome. Despite James' death and Peter's arrest, the church is spreading.
Join Our Ladies Bible Study Group
Our Ladies Bible study group is a great way to deepen your understanding of scripture and connect with others in our community. We (LADIES) meet every Thursday @ 11am and we welcome ALL LADIES who are interested in learning and growing in their faith.
News & Events
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🪵SUMMER CAMPING @ GIFFORD CAMPGROUND🏕️
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DATE: JUNE26-28
⭐️ CHANGE ON CALENDAR: TUESDAY PRAYER WILL BE HELD AT RCF CHURCH TILL FURTHER NOTICE .. AND .. TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY 6-7pm
🎉5/3/2026 CONGRATULATIONS TO: DEL KNUDSON unanimous vote as a New Elder!! 🎉
Calendar Spring to Summer Events
*WEEKLY HAPPENINGS 2026*
*Sunday Bible Study @ 9am All Welcome
*Sunday Worship @ 10:30 .. Children’s Sunday School
*COMMUNION Second Sunday
*Crafts @ 10 am Every 1st Sat. Of Month & 3rd Wed of month
*Tuesdays 9am morning prayer ... Bible Study 6-7pm
*Thursday Women’s Bible study 11am, Praise Practice 1:00pm
*Last Sunday of month: POTLUCK
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John 5:19
The Authority of the Son
19 So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of his own accord, but only what he sees the Father doing. For whatever the Father[a] does, that the Son does likewise.