Tools for A Godly Man

Posted on September 17, 2024 by blund
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Last Sunday, we had a wonderful Men’s Breakfast with great food & fellowship, and ample opportunity to discuss both the faith – the Christian faith – as well as our faith in Christ.

There were so many passages of Scripture discussed, and too many wonderful things said to capture them all here. Nevertheless, some “tools” that we need as husbands, fathers, and just godly men, are reproduced below.

  1. Men take responsibility under Christ. Lots of men wither under criticism, flee from confrontation, and don’t help their wife or their children, their church or community, face adversity. But godly men take responsibility under Christ. Read this refreshing discussion between men to rise up and serve their wives.
  2. Men use the tool of wisdom, and Christ is our wisdom. Law is eternal and specific, but wisdom needs understanding for different uses, and can be general or specific. Godly men will feed their diet with wisdom. See the “wisdom pyramid” and book below:
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  3. Men use the tool of the tongue to bless. It is easy to curse the darkness, to tear down, or to mock. Blessing looks weak, but great faith lays behind it. Fathers can bless their children, the way Job did, and so fulfill our priestly calling in Christ. Download this free PDF: “A Father’s Guide to Blessing His Children” from Truth78.

What tools would you recommend for a godly man?

Be sure to join us for our next Men’s Breakfast on the second Sunday of every month!

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Move Out Week 38, 2024

Posted on September 16, 2024 by blund

From the email “Men’s Breakfast, Worship Christ, and More!”

Grapes of Wrath
We shy away from anger: it feels impolite. Uncomfortable. We’d prefer it not appear in our Deity.

But the God Who loves & saves us in Christ Jesus is a God of wrath! How do we think about that? The Bible tells us what wrath is, why hearing about it is necessary at Church, how it is an attribute of God, and it should be defended from fake Christianity.

Want to go even deeper? Read Dr. Tasker on this doctrine, or listen to Dr. Duncan preach about this truth.
Worship Christ
Details of Scripture and songs, preaching and prayers, worship and witness


Read all hereMen’s Breakfast
Rise up Men of Zion! Breakfast at 8am, join us for good food, fellowship, and faith. “Tools For A Godly Man”


New Life Kick Off
We are starting New Life this week! Join us at 5:30 on Wednesday, Sept 18th!


Worship From Home
We will share video for worship on Sunday. You can find the relevant details here.

Zion Youth
A lot of activities and chances for discipleship are coming up this month. Check out the Youth page


Give Online



Sunday school begins
Bring the whole family at 9:15, and grow in the knowledge & grace of Christ!
Truth 78



Newsletter | Calendar
You can view and download the latest issue of the Chronicle!
Link


Parenting God’s Way
“I hope my child…” How would you finish that? Too many parents do NOT parent God’s way.
5 Myths of Parenting

Scripture Reading Week 38

Philemon; Numbers 21-24; II Chronicles 1-5; Psalms 111-113; Proverbs 25; Amos 5-9; John 19-21

Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 38

Q. #103
What does God require in the fourth commandment?
A. First, that the ministry of the gospel and the schools
be maintained 1
and that, especially on the day of rest,
I diligently attend the church of God 2
to hear God’s Word, 3
to use the sacraments, 4
to call publicly upon the LORD, 5
and to give Christian offerings for the poor. 6
Second,
that all the days of my life
I rest from my evil works,
let the LORD work in me through his Holy Spirit,
and so begin in this life
the eternal Sabbath. 7

1.Deut 6:4-9; 20-25; 1 Cor 9:13, 14; 2 Tim 2:2; 3:13-17; Tit 1:5.
2.Deut 12:5-12; Ps 40:9, 10; 68:26; Acts 2:42-47; Heb 10:23-25.
3.Rom 10:14-17; 1 Cor 14:26-33; 1 Tim 4:13.
4.1 Cor 11:23, 24.
5.Col 3:16; 1 Tim 2:1.
6.Ps 50:14; 1 Cor 16:2; 2 Cor 8 and 9.
7.Is 66:23; Heb 4:9-11.

Zion Prayers Week 38

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    Preparing for Worship Sept 15

    Posted on September 12, 2024 by blund

    We will be using the following songs and passages from the Word of God in our corporate gathering this Lord’s Day. Please prayerfully use these resources to prepare your hearts to “come into His gates with thanksgiving and enter His courts with praise” (Psalm 100:4).

    The Word of the Lord:
    Psalm 27:1–2
    Psalm 115:4–9
    Colossians1:15–16
    Isaiah 53:4–6, 10
    Romans 1:16–23
    Numbers 6:24–26

    Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs:
    Ps 27 You’re My Light
    In Christ Alone
    Doxology
    Lo He Comes With Clouds Descending
    Gloria Patri

    Means of Grace:
    Congregational Prayer
    Sermon: Romans 1:16–18
    Rev. Brian J. Lund “Two Revelations”

    Lord’s Day Activities
    Sunday School at 9:15 am
    Worship at 10:30 am
    Jr. High Lunch and Football Party at 11:45

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    Preparing for Worship Sept 8

    Posted on September 5, 2024 by blund

    We will be using the following songs and passages from the Word of God in our corporate gathering this Lord’s Day. Please prayerfully use these resources to prepare your hearts to “come into His gates with thanksgiving and enter His courts with praise” (Psalm 100:4).

    The Word of the Lord:
    Psalm 95:1–3
    Deuteronomy 6:4–9
    Ezekiel 36:23–28
    Luke 18:14–17
    Romans 1:8–17
    II Corinthians 13:14

    Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs:
    Come, People of the Risen King
    How Great Thou Art
    Doxology
    Ps 34: In Every Time
    Gloria Patri

    Means of Grace:
    Congregational Prayer
    Sermon: Romans 1:13
    Rev. Brian J. Lund “Unhindered”

    Lord’s Day Activities
    Worship at 10:30 am
    Rally Sunday events and lunch at 11:45
    Search Committee at 4pm
    Ladies’ Bible Study at 7pm

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    Sept 2024 Newsletter and Calendar

    Posted on September 2, 2024 by blund

    The Zion Chronicles for September 2024 is now available for download. You can view the document or download it here. Also, we have updated the church calendar for the month. You can view that by month, week, daily, or agenda style, by clicking here.

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    Rally Sunday 2024 Is Here!

    Posted on August 31, 2024 by blund

    As we cruise into the fall again, it is time for Rally Sunday on September 8th! We have all the details you need to know below:

    Schedule

    10:30 Worship
    11:40 Teacher Introductions & Classroom Registration
    11:45 Lunch in Fellowship Hall
    12:30 Games & Hayrides

    (Reminder: Sunday school classes will begin on Sept 15th at 9:15 a.m.)

    Registration

    Many of you have already turned in registration sheets in the Narthex. Thank you! This helps us prepare. But if you still need to register your student, would you like to register your child for Sunday school online and beat the rush? Click here and fill in your information!

    On Rally Sunday, children will get to meet their teacher, see their classroom, and pray for the year ahead! There is no scheduled classtime on Sept 8. Please bring your student on Sept 15th at 9:15 a.m.!

    Join us for the fun!

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    Besides a great opportunity to refocus on Christ, we will have all sorts of opportunities to enjoy one another in fellowship through a variety of games and fun. Parents, consider bringing play clothes for your children. Tell a friend, and be sure to join us!

    Learn About Our Curriculum

    Our church is excited to use the very best curriculum we can find to bring God’s Word to bear in the lives of our youth. Using Children Desiring God/T78 as well as other supplemental curriculum, you will find a treasure trove for getting your kids serious about the Bible!

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    Prepare for Worship Sept 1

    Posted on August 29, 2024 by blund

    We will be using the following songs and passages from the Word of God in our corporate gathering this Lord’s Day. Please prayerfully use these resources to prepare your hearts to “come into His gates with thanksgiving and enter His courts with praise” (Psalm 100:4).

    The Word of the Lord:
    Isaiah 9:7
    Revelation 1:17–18
    Romans 1:1–17
    Psalm 37:4–10
    I Corinthians 11:23–26
    Hebrews 13:20–21

    Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs:
    Join All the Glorious Names
    By Faith
    Doxology
    Let Us Break Bread Together
    Gloria Patri

    Means of Grace:
    Congregational Prayer
    Holy Communion
    Sermon: Romans 1:8 – 17
    Rev. Brian J. Lund “Functions of Faith”

    Lord’s Day Activities
    Worship at 9:30 am

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    Church Closed Aug 15

    Posted on August 15, 2024 by blund

    On August 15th, 2024 the Zion offices will be closed, along with the entire building locked for cleaning. You can still call the Church phone or send a message.

    In tandem with our tuckpointing project, our Consistory and Property Committee are diligently working for excellent stewardship of our building. The entire building’s duct works will be sterilized, which requires no entrance for twenty-four hours. We apologize for any inconvenience.

    The building will open again on Friday, Aug 16 at 10 a.m. If you need anything in the mean time, please contact us or call the church phone. We appreciate your patience, cooperation, and supportive prayer!

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    Missions Articles by Zion Missionaries!

    Posted on July 1, 2024 by blund

    Nathan Martin and Christopher Tachick

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    Prepare for Worship June 30

    Posted on June 27, 2024 by blund

    We will be using the following songs and passages from the Word of God in our corporate gathering this Lord’s Day. Please prayerfully use these resources to prepare your hearts to “come into His gates with thanksgiving and enter His courts with praise” (Psalm 100:4).

    The Word of the Lord:
    Ephesians 1:3–6
    John 1:4–5
    John 1:12–14
    I Corinthians 3:6–12
    Nehemiah 9:28–10:31
    Numbers 6:24–26

    Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs:
    Come Praise & Glorify
    Sanctuary
    Doxology
    Day By Day
    Gloria Patri

    Means of Grace:
    Congregational Prayer
    Sermon: Nehemiah 10:28–31
    Rev. Brian J. Lund “Lord of the Covenant”

    Lord’s Day Activities
    Worship at 9:30 am
    Consistory Coffee & Church Sunday school at 10:40 am
    Security Committee at 11:30 am
    Ladies’ Bible Study at 7pm

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