August 10, 2025 

Series: Learning from Seven churches in Revelation 

Title: Philadelphia—We DO know the future holds 

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13 

“Write this letter to the angel of the church in Philadelphia. This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open: “I know all the things you do, and I have opened a door for you that no one can close. You have little strength, yet you obeyed my word and did not deny me. Look, I will force those who belong to Satan’s synagogue—those liars who say they are Jews but are not—to come and bow down at your feet. They will acknowledge that you are the ones I love. “Because you have obeyed my command to persevere, I will protect you from the great time of testing that will come upon the whole world to test those who belong to this world. I am coming soon. 

Hold on to what you have, so that no one will take away your crown. All who are victorious will become pillars in the Temple of my God, and they will never have to leave it. And I will write on them the name of my God, and they will be citizens in the city of my God—the new Jerusalem that comes down from heaven from my God. And I will also write on them my new name. Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and understand what he is saying to the churches. 

 

 

 

Discover Grace will be offered today after each worship service. Grab a coffee / snack and join us in the Education hallway. It’s for newer folks, visitors or anyone interested in knowing more about Grace Church. We’ll briefly share about Grace’s mission and vision! Then, if interested in knowing more, we’ll look forward to talking with you at a scheduled appointment. Either way, we’d love the chance to meet you. No childcare available. 

Grace Leadership Team gains two additional deacons today. We are thankful for the Lord providing Tanner Mattson and Nam Le to serve with us. Meet the guys if you’ve not already! 

Going Beyond Priscilla Shirer Simulcast is Saturday, August 23 from 9:15-4:45 Cost is $25—includes lunch. Check it out at www.gracehhi.org 

Kairos Prison Ministry Our Fall Kairos outreach at Ridgeland Correctional is September 18-21. Any men interested in serving, contact Rick VanPuffelen [rvanpuffelen@yahoo.com] (574) 253-1354 for details or to sign up. The training sessions will be Saturday mornings (7a.m.-1p.m.) at Grace Campus August 16, 23 & September 6, 13 with required attendance at 3 of the 4 dates. Kairos Prison Ministry volunteers come from all walks and strata of life. They all share a desire to follow Christ’s words in Matthew 25, “I was in prison and you visited me.” You will go to bless them but you will be equally changed and blessed. 

Uganda Special Needs Ministry with Harvesters International Last Sunday we heard about this great need and opportunity for us to be involved in special needs care, evangelism and outreach for children. Grace Church responded with six adoptions and very generous giving to the needs. If interested, see the flyers in the Global Café today or contact Susy Rardon for info. The need is great for these forgotten and misunderstood children & families who have very limited to no resources, support or help… but GOD is on the move for them! 

Teacher Gift Bundles If you missed last Sunday, we gave gifts to school staff and homeschooling parents to help start this new year. Make sure to get a gift if you’re a teacher or work in the education profession. 

Student Ministries Youth Groups start today at 4:30 for Middle School, followed by High School at 6:00. Check out the weekend camp event in Sept! 

Prayer Groups & Prayer Email We Believe in Prayer! There are several opportunities to be involved in corporate prayer at Grace. A women’s small group meets Tuesdays at noon, men’s zoom prayer meets Wednesdays at noon, Wednesday Evening Prayer meets 7-8 p.m. And an Email Prayer Team of 100+ receives updates weekly—(sign up for this by calling the church office or email maryjanehoey@gmail.com). Let’s be praying together!! 

 

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