November 30, 2025 

Series: What To Expect When You’re Expecting 

Message Title: Expecting Hope 

Isaiah 9:2–7 and Romans 15:13 

 

The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine. You will enlarge the nation of Israel, and its people will rejoice. They will rejoice before you as people rejoice at the harvest and like warriors dividing the plunder. For you will break the yoke of their slavery and lift the heavy burden from their shoulders. You will break the oppressor’s rod, just as you did when you destroyed the army of Midian. The boots of the warrior and the uniforms bloodstained by war will all be burned. They will be fuel for the fire. For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen! 

 

 

 

Grace’s Christmas Party is next Sunday evening, December 7 at 5:30 p.m. A special evening together with music from Larry Perigo and Target The Band. Target The Band has been performing for 50 years and promises great song selections and professionalism. Larry Perigo has been a long time Islander favorite with The Headliners. It’s a good opportunity for you invite your friends to Grace! We’ll serve a variety of finger foods, enjoy friendships and a fun night of Christmas joy! This is the annual occasion that we collect new toys for the Victims Advocacy program (BCSO) - to include bikes this year. We ask you to bring a NEW gift (if able) to donate for a local child who has lost a parent this year, witnessed a traumatic event or is a crime victim (ages 1-17). Especially need: bikes for all ages, sports balls & gloves. There will be no childcare or child entertainment during the event. 

Parents of Adult Prodigals Join us for dinner together tomorrow, Monday, December 1 at 6:30 pm. We define a prodigal as a child (over 18 yrs.) who’s not walking with the Lord. Come join us for a meal, lesson, support and encouragement. Just show up! Questions? Contact Elizabeth Mace (704) 614-1879 

Student Ministries is offering to help with getting Christmas decorations down from your attic or tall shelves. Do you have a heavy tree that you need assistance with? We are accepting requests starting tomorrow, December 1. Contact Andrew. 

Men’s Breakfast is this Saturday, December 6 at 8 am. All welcome! Hot breakfast! 

Missionary Christmas Bonuses We are planning early this year to send our devoted missionaries a financial Christmas gift. If you would like to give towards this, designate your check / donation accordingly. 

Africa Mission Project with Harvesters Ministries We are launching “The Amaler Church & Ministry Center” project to provide a church facility for a largely unreached people group. Amaler is located in a very remote Kenyan region yet to be reached with the Gospel. The location will serve as a launching point for the expansion of outreach. The building could serve as a chapel for the village school, as well as many other opportunities. A water well has been installed there and has a very good yield. The building plan includes the church building, toilets and developing the water supply. Reuben Meriakol will be overseeing this. The project goal is $75,000. Designate Africa– Amaler. 

 

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