Unity In Him For Him

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Message

FROM DEATH TO LIFE
“Unity In Him For Him”
Ephesians 4:1-6 

The Layout of Ephesians:

Chapters 1-3:            Chapters 4-6:
In Christ                    For Christ
Spiritual Wealth      Spiritual Walk
Our Position            Our Practice
Doctrinal                  Practical
Revelation               Responsibility
Belief                        Behavior
Heavenly Standing        Earthly Walk
How God Sees Us In Christ     How the World Should See Us For Christ

Introduction: The “calling” represents when we trusted Jesus as Savior and Lord. We received by faith through repentance what Jesus provided through the cross. At that time, we are placed “in Christ” with others who have done the same. From this point we then begin to live together (in unity) the life He intends for us to live—not only in Him but also for Him.

The Excellence of the Call

• The Challenger—“the prisoner of the Lord” (Ephesians 4:1a)
• The Challenge—“walk worthy” (Ephesians 4:1b)
    “walk” refers to daily living or lifestyle
    “worthy” means commendable excellence

The real challenge in life is living up to the position or calling of being a child of God and a fellow heir of Christ.

The Etiquette of the Call

• Humility—courteously respectful, not arrogant, to lower in status (Ephesians 4:2a)
• Meekness—gentle, submissive, tame, not harsh, power under control (Ephesians 4:2b)
• Patience—enduring and understanding while under trying circumstances (Ephesians :2c)
• Forbearance—self-control when annoyed (4:2d)

“Christians are people who are drawn together because they owe a common debt to the goodness and grace of God.”  --William Barclay

The Expectation of the Call—“unity” (Ephesians 4:3)

• Picture of Disunity—discord, dissension, disharmony, disconnection, competition, conflict, tension, hostility
• Picture of Unity
    “endeavoring to keep”—working to do one’s best, to be diligent & intentional, not putting off
    “of the Spirit”—(Holy Spirit) working toward His purposes
    “bond of peace”—joined together (oneness) by peace, despite our differences (being weaved together) (Romans 5:1) (Philippians 4:7) (Hebrews 12:14a)

Unity is not something we create; it is something that we preserve.  Without unity the focus to reach those in need of salvation is lost.

The Expression of the Call (Ephesians 4:4-6)

• “one body”—we are a family unified for one purpose
• “one Spirit”—we are all indwelt by the same Spirit
• “one hope”—we all look forward to the same future

• “one Lord”—we all submit to the same Person

• “one faith”—we all trust Jesus for salvation

• “one baptism”—we all have a single identity

• “one God and Father”—we all share the same Father (John 17:20-22)

Application: We are called into the unity of the Church by way of salvation. Then once there, we are called to keep the unity to make Him known to all.

Giving

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Student Associate

The Student Associate Search Committee has nominated Ryley Tolbert to fill the position with a purposed start date of June 23. 
Vote: June 15—Both Gatherings
Copies of the Job Description and Ryley’s resume are available at the Connect Desk.

Warehouse New Construction Addition

The Deacons made a recommendation on June 8 to add 4 small group rooms to the warehouse along with a complete remodel of the downstairs restrooms in the warehouse. Total cost: $760,000
Q&A: June 18—Legacy—6:00pm
Vote: June 22—Both Gatherings

Wednesday Summer Connect Group Schedule

June 18-July 2: Meet as usual
July 9-30: No Wednesday Connect Groups.
 - July 9 - Family swim night at the Ruby YMCA
 - July 23 - Family Skate Night at Kylie’s Skating Rink
August 6-20: Meet as usual
August 27: No Wednesday Connect Groups - Back to School Bash
Bryan will to lead the  mid-week Bible Study in the Legacy Suite each week throughout the Summer, (except for July 16).  If no other Connect Groups are meeting, there will be no childcare.

Summer Schedule

For the Clubhouse and Warehouse Summer Schedules, click: HERE

Impact

July 25-27—Shelby Mission Camp

6th-12th Grade Students: $45 (Includes: 5 Meals & T-shirt)
Adults: Free!

This is a mission trip right in our own backyard! We will have the opportunity to serve
our area, hangout with friends, and make a difference here in our community.

For more information, click: HERE

One More One Less Evening Of Prayer

June 24—6:30pm—Legacy Suite
Join us on this very special evening as we meet together and pray over the specific needs within the foster care and adoption community! 

PCC 101

11:00 am—July 6—Room 1
Connecting people into the life of our church. Come find out who we are; what we are about; and how YOU can be a part of it!

VBS 2025 - Live It Out!

July 13-17—9:00-12:30
3-5 years - WAITLIST
K-5th Grade - LIMITED
This is a great opportunity to impact children’s lives!
To Register to Volunteer or to register your child, click: HERE

Lead Pastor Hiring Committee

Ben Fuller (Chair)
Mary Frye
Rodney Harrill
Maynard Ledford
Denise Sloan
Suzie Terres
Cole Thompson

We are thankful for Bryan Glisson’s leadership for the past 35 years. We wish him well on his retirement on August 24^th.

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Right Now Media

Right Now Media is an extensive, faith-based video library you can access (completely FREE) whenever and wherever you want—on your phone, tablet, computer, or at home on your TV.

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Clubhouse Kids Ministry

To view Clubhouse Resources which include: Worship Experiences (Bible Story), Godtime Cards, and Parent Guides: Click HERE

warehouse247 Student Ministry

Wednesday 5:30-7:45pm.  A Worship Gathering just for middle and high school students.  Cafe/Games/Worship/Teaching

Adult Connect Groups

Don’t miss out on an opportunity to be a part of connecting with the Pleasant City Church family! We offer Connect Groups on Sundays & Wednesdays to help grow our faith.
To learn more or to join a group, click: HERE