First Corinthians
I Corinthians 14:13 – 25
“Glorify & Grow”
June 23, 2019
You can learn more about GoServ’s ministry in Guatemala here!
This weekend, we are thankful to the Lord of the Nations for a chance to pray for, support, and learn about the Spirit’s work in Guatemala!
There are two events we want you to be aware of: on Saturday evening and Sunday morning.
Saturday Night
Meeting at the Garner Inn & Suites, there is a wonderful meeting planned at 6pm with GoServ Global, missionary Mark Lee, and native Guatemalan Melissa. This event will be part open house, part pot luck, and part informational meeting where you will get to hear what God is doing in Guatemala and talk with Mark and Melissa. Continue reading
Are you looking for camping options for your kids this summer? Below is some information on regional camps in the area, that will hopefully give you a place to start. Zion cannot guarantee any information or the experience of any camp, so please use this information simply as a starting guide that parents will need to use wisdom and discernment when making plans for the summer.
We value our kids spending concentrated time learning about the Lord and His Word. Through Vacation Bible school, youth group, and other retreats, we want our young people to treasure Jesus above all things! Therefore, Zion has resources to defray costs for families who send their kids to camp. Please contact us for more information.
Have other suggestions for camps? Send a note to Pastor Brian. Happy camping!
| Name | Location | Details |
| Twin Lakes Bible Camp & Center | Manson, IA
712.297.7714 |
Family, adventure, and general sessions offered
(Evangelical Covenant Church) |
| Camp Sinawa Covenant Youth East | Valders, WI
(920) 827-6811 |
Sports, academic, and general camps (Reformed Church United States) |
| Shamineau Camp & Conference Center | Motley, MN
218.575.2240 |
Horse, wilderness, island, and adventure sessions along with general sessions
(Evangelical Free Church of America) |
| Hidden Acres Christian Center | Dayton, IA
515.547.2751 |
General camping with horse, adventure, and more
(Evangelical Free Church of America) |
| Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch | Stewartville, MN
507.533.4315 |
Horse, military, handicapped, and general camping sessions offered
(Non-denominational) |
| Camp Jim | Pillager, MN
218.829.6767 |
Jesus Is Mine – JIM offers great costs on summer camping
(Non-denominational) |
| Iowa Bible Camp | Near
Des Moines, IA |
Browse website for brochure
(Non-denominational) |
In our sermon series “First Corinthians,” the Church of Jesus faces many questions and challenges. This chapter asks Christians to consider their callings in life: married, widowed or single, free or slave, parent or child. But more than these external situations, do you know HOW Christ has called you, and WHAT that means for you?
“First Corinthians”
“Eating For His Glory
I Corinthians 10:14-33
May 19th, 2019
https://zionerchurch.com/resources/sermons/
Yesterday in our adult Sunday school class, we continued studying the Scriptures for our doctrine of salvation (soteriology), especially how redemption is applied to us by the Holy Spirit under what the Bible calls sanctification.
Do you know how understanding sanctification can give you deeper confidence that you are saved, and sense the peace that comes with this assurance?
Reformed theology teaches that Christians can know that they are truly saved and that they will persevere until the end and die in faith… Often when people deny the possibility of the full assurance of salvation, they do so out of a fear that being assured of salvation will impede our sanctification. They think that once someone knows he is saved, he will think he has no duty to obey the Lord. If we know that we will certainly get to heaven, it is argued, then it does not matter what we do with the rest of our lives because God is going to receive us into heaven no matter what.
Scripture does not share this worry. Just consider today’s passage (II Peter 1:3 – 10)…
Continue reading “Assurance and Sanctification” at Ligonier→
According to the Catechism (Q. 35), sanctification is “the work of God’s free grace, whereby we are renewed in the whole man after the image of God, and are enabled more and more to die unto sin, and live unto righteousness.” It is a continuing change worked by God in us, freeing us from sinful habits and forming in us Christlike affections, dispositions, and virtues. It does not mean that sin is instantly eradicated, but it is also more than a counteraction, in which sin is merely restrained or repressed without being progressively destroyed. Sanctification is a real transformation, not just the appearance of one.
Continue reading “What is Sanctification?” at Ligonier→
I have many favorite resources for helping in sanctification. But one of the most important is an old book by Walter Marshall entitled Gospel Mystery of Sanctification (1692). Fortunately, you can get the PDF of the book for free!
In our sermon series “First Corinthians,” the Church of Jesus faces many questions and challenges. This chapter asks Christians to consider their callings in life: married, widowed or single, free or slave, parent or child. But more than these external situations, do you know HOW Christ has called you, and WHAT that means for you?
“First Corinthians”
Gospel Rights
I Corinthians 9:1 – 27
May 5th, 2019
zionerchurch.com/resources/sermons/
Get ready for the Incredible Race!
On June 10 – 14, we will be excited to offer an awesome, fun-filled experience for students age 4 years old through 6th grade.
Find a out how to register, details, and more here:
As we look at “Passion 2019” to celebrate the Resurrection of our Savior, Christians need to keep their eyes fixed on Jesus. The last day before He died on the cross, Jesus shows us so much of Himself, and who we are called to be. Are you ready to take up your cross, or do you feel too weak? Come and learn of the strength of your Savior!
“Passion 2019”
Day of Glory
John 20:1-18
April 21, 2019
zionerchurch.com/resources/sermons/
As we look at “Passion 2019” to celebrate the Resurrection of our Savior, Christians need to keep their eyes fixed on Jesus. The last day before He died on the cross, Jesus shows us so much of Himself, and who we are called to be. Are you ready to take up your cross, or do you feel too weak? Come and learn of the strength of your Savior!
“Passion 2019”
Maundy Thursday
John 13:12-30
April 18th, 2019
zionerchurch.com/resources/sermons/
