The Local Church

In the story of God calling Moses at the burning bush in Exodus 3, we see that we're not the main character of our story - God is. He's not looking for our ability, but our availability.

When God calls:

1. He often comes to meet us where we are
2. It's grounded in his heart for his people
3. It often meets our insecurities

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Many of us are waiting to hear from God about this journey we're on and the things we're pursuing. But in Genesis 45-46, we see that worship comes first.

Jacob (the father of Israel) paused his journey to worship and sacrifice to the Lord. Then, God spoke: promises that were a balm to a fearful Jacob, and can be to us, as well.

When we're in a place of unknowns, God give us these words: "I AM" and "I WILL". You don't have all you need until you have GOD himself with you.

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

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We began our series "Twice: When God Calls" looking at the story of Abraham's obedience in Genesis 22. At first glance, God's instruction to sacrifice Isaac can cause us to question his goodness and kindness. But Abraham obeys immediately because he's witnessed God's faithfulness to deliver many times.

If you're willing to trust God and obey, you'll always find yourself where "The Lord Provides ".

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

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• Website: http://localchurchgr.org
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• Visit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expect
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This Easter Sunday, we looked at a meal that Jesus had after his resurrection - after he traveled the road to Emmaus with two disciples (unbeknownst to them). After realizing they'd had this encounter with Jesus, they were forever changed and had to run and share the good news.

This Easter, we should be asking: Where is Jesus now? What would happen if I met him on the road? If I ate with him? What would happen to me?

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

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Jesus loves to find those on the margins of society and restore them. Dr. Burge helped us understand the cultural significance of the city Jericho, and the oppressive taxation system that existed there. In Luke 19, Jericho's chief tax farmer Zacchaeus had an encounter with Jesus that rearranged his heart and left him fundamentally changed.  

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 9AM & 10:30AM. Our Easter services are at 8:30, 10 & 11:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

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• Website: http://localchurchgr.org
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If you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/give

Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care

The meals captured in the gospel of Luke signify transformational encounters with Jesus and the kingdom he has been talking about.

The meal scene in Luke 14 is packed with lessons from Jesus. Those in God's family should love for the sake of loving and serve for the sake of serving, even (and especially) when people cannot repay us. Which of the guests do you most identify with today?

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday! On March 30, services will be at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

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• Website: http://localchurchgr.org
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• Visit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expect
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If you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/give

Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care

The meals captured in the gospel of Luke signify transformational encounters with Jesus and the kingdom he has been talking about.

In Luke 11, Jesus interacts with the Pharisees and shares six "woes" of warning with them. These warnings can still help us today to guard against legalism and trade performance-based faith for one of genuine grace.

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday! On March 30, services will be at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

Stay Connected!

• Website: http://localchurchgr.org
• Local Church Facebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgr
• Local Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgr
• Weekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLC
• Visit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expect
• Events: http://my.localchurchgr.org/events

If you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/give

Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care

The meals captured in the gospel of Luke signify transformational encounters with Jesus and the kingdom he has been talking about.

This week, Pastor Toran brought new light to the story of Mary and Martha told in Luke 10. When Martha was embarrassed about Mary taking the place of a disciple at their rabbi Jesus's feet, Jesus said it was right. He didn't limit access to his love or teaching - whether Jew or Gentile, man or woman.

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday! On March 30, services will be at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

Stay Connected!

• Website: http://localchurchgr.org
• Local Church Facebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgr
• Local Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgr
• Weekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLC
• Visit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expect
• Events: http://my.localchurchgr.org/events

If you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/give

Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care

The meals captured in the gospel of Luke signify transformational encounters with Jesus and the kingdom he has been talking about.

This week, we looked at Luke 7, when a woman anoints Jesus's feet with oil.

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday! On March 30, services will be at 9AM & 10:30AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

Stay Connected!

• Website: http://localchurchgr.org
• Local Church Facebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgr
• Local Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgr
• Weekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLC
• Visit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expect
• Events: http://my.localchurchgr.org/events

If you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/give

Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care

The meals captured in the gospel of Luke signify transformational encounters with Jesus and the kingdom he has been talking about.

In Luke 5, Jesus dines with Levi the tax collector. Levi recognizes his brokenness and is hungry for the love and forgiveness Jesus offers. He is changed as he surrenders to Jesus's way, and later becomes Matthew, one of the 12 disciples.

Do we too come to God recognizing our dependence on him? Do we invite others to gather and experience his good news? Are we transformed by Jesus, and living out of our belovedness?

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Join us for service online or in-person in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 8:30, 9:45 & 11:15AM.

Decided to follow Jesus? We would love to help you figure out what's next! Let us know at https://bit.ly/TLC-i-decided

Stay Connected!

• Website: http://localchurchgr.org
• Local Church Facebook: http://facebook.com/localchurchgr
• Local Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/localchurchgr
• Weekly Email Newsletter: https://bit.ly/trendingatTLC
• Visit & What to Expect: http://localchurchgr.org/expect
• Events: http://my.localchurchgr.org/events

If you would like to support The Local Church GR's ministry and help us continue reaching people in the Grand Rapids area, click here: https://localchurchgr.org/give

Need prayer? Please let us know! - https://localchurchgr.org/care