Congratulations Robbie and Kelsey.
We're so happy for you. May your marriage proclaim the grand story of Christ and the church. And may all who pass through your new home in Old Towne Orange be blessed.
This summer we are highlighting God’s power to save people through a series of testimonies. Every few Sundays, a church member will tell us a bit about their story and how God has been at work in their lives. We hope these are as encouraging to you as they've been to us. Testimonies are a great reminder that God’s gospel is still powerful, spreading throughout Orange County, and saving individuals like us.
Rod's Story
"I thought I could handle my life. Work, family, raising a child. I was in control and capable. But I was wrong."
"My marriage broke down and I suffered divorce. It was then that I realized I needed help."
"I started reading a bible and then my brother invited me to his church. That morning everything changed."
"A few years later I faced a job relocation to Orange County. Again another crisis...I had never left my hometown, my family and friends, and now my first church."
"I'm so grateful I'm not alone and that God has given me you (Sovereign Grace Church). You are so important to me and I couldn't imagine life without you. Thank you for loving me like Christ loves you."
Thank you Kristin.
This is just a small sample. See the rest at smetonaphoto.pixieset.com/worshipgod2014.
Well played Sovereign Grace.
One of the best parts of Worship God 2014 was watching you serve. Thank you for living for Jesus and going above and beyond to bless brothers and sisters from all over the world. Each and every act of service was a reflection of the character of God...Father, Son, and Spirit.
Only He knows.
So many of you served, it'd be difficult to thank every one of you here by name. Plus we don't even know everything you did. Only God knows. However, here are a few of the "thousand points of light"...
- Dylan and Christy - They both took the week off to lead us on-site. First to arrive, last to leave, all conference long. Wow.
- David C. - His coordination with Sovereign Grace Music early on in the process enabled us to serve. We'd have been lost without his help.
- Rebecca - Books and food for everyone. Nobody was going to go home hungry as long as she was on the job. We crown you the "conference mom" :)
- Kristin - She took 1 billion photos and they all are awesome. Check them all out here.
Ok...now we are regretting starting this list. Where to stop? The Spirit is at work in you church. Praise God.
"See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are." (1 John 3:1 ESV)
Congratulations to Kelsey! She has completed a B.S. in Studio Art from the University of Irvine, with a minor in History. Next up the Sawdust Festival and then she's getting married to that guy on the right :)
Whew! What a summer.
Graduating from High School is a big deal. A really big deal. And we are proud of all of you and can't wait to see what God has planned next.
If you missed it, Anna shared during the service about how grateful she was to have the opportunity to learn. "Not every woman has been offered an education...it's a privilege." We also gave each of the grads a book about thriving in your faith during your college years. Hit the link below to read an excerpt.
Thriving at College: Make Great Friends, Keep Your Faith, and Get Ready for the Real World!
Our very own Alex Reyes is preaching this Sunday. He's been a member of the church for a few years and you can read more about his story here. And here!
The Forgiveness of Sin
Psalm 51
Thanks for being a church called to train and deploy new preachers. Alex is a current member of our Preachers Club.