Unity in the Gifting

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Message

FROM DEATH TO LIFE
“Unity In The Gifting”
Ephesians 4:7-16

Introduction: Paul is exhorting us to unity that we may fulfill the calling of our life to minister to others and reach the lost with the gospel with our gifts through the local Church.

The Amplitude of the Gifts

• Manifested by the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:4-7)
• Measured by Grace (Ephesians 4:7a)
• Motivated by Christ (Ephesians 4:7b) 

The Appraisal of the Gifts

• The Great Cost: His Descent
  —death & hell (Ephesians 4:8-9)
• The Great Value: His Assent
  —dominion & heaven (Ephesians 4:10)

The Assortment of the Gifts (Ephesians 4:11)

• “apostles”
  One who was visibly called, commissioned and sent out and given authority and power by the Risen Lord (Acts 1:21-22, 1 Corinthians 9:1)
• “prophets”
  One who has the ability under the inspiration of Holy Spirit to proclaim and possibly predict the actions of God (1 Corinthians 14:3)
• “evangelists”
  One who has a special gifting to proclaim the gospel to the lost (2 Timothy 4:5)
• “pastors”
  One who has the ability to minister in a local church through leading, challenging, restoring, encouraging & protecting (1 Peter 5:1-4)
• “teachers”
  One who has the ability to comprehend and understand the Word of God and then can instruct, challenge, comfort, and warn from its truths (Matthew 28:19-20; 2 Timothy 2:15, 3:16)

The Assignments of the Gifted

• The Tasks of the Gifted
  --“equipping”—to provide what is needed to be complete (Ephesians 4:12a) (Matthew 20:28a)
  --“edifying”—to strengthen by instruction (Ephesians 4:12b)
• The Target of the Gifted (Ephesians 4:13)
  --“unity of the faith”—oneness
  --“knowledge of the Son of God”—accurate
  --“perfect man”—mature
  --“fullness of Christ”—complete

“The Bible was not written to satisfy your curiosity, but to make you conform to Christ’s image. Not to make you a smarter sinner, but to make you like the Saviour. Not to fill your head with a collection of biblical facts, but to transform your life.”  --Howard Hendricks

• The Testimony of the Gifted
  --follows good doctrine (Ephesians 4:14a)
  --not easily & comfortably deceived (Ephesians 4:14b)
  --confronts lovingly (Ephesians 4:15a)
  --belongs to a local church
  --grows (Ephesians 4:15b)
  --connects (Ephesians 4:16a)
  --serves (Ephesians 4:16b)

The Aftermath of the Gifts (Ephesians 4:16c)

Application: We are called to put the love of God on display before a lost world—as individuals and as a Church Family. We do this when we walk in unity with one another while using the gifts God has given us to share His love with others. How are you doing with this call God has placed on your life?

Giving

To Give Online: Click HERE

Student Associate

The vote to affirm Ryley Tolbert as Student Associate with a start date of June 23 passed at 99%.

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
Vote: Today—Both Gatherings

One Love Skate

Seeking to help others know Jesus’ love and show Jesus’ love through life groups, sponsorships, relationships, positive influence & environment.
To learn more about One Love Skate, click: HERE

Wednesday Summer Connect Group Schedule

June 25-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.

To sign up, click: HERE 

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