Issue 301                                                
                          February 19, 2015 
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No One is Justified by Law
Paul is emphasizing a "do-it yourself spirituality" as a false gospel throughout the book of Galatians. Salvation is only through grace, and so is our sanctification!

Embedded in chapter 3 is a reflection on the blessing God promised to Abraham.  We took time to review the episode of Isaac being put on the altar as a sacrifice by his Father Abraham (Genesis 22), and the promise God made!

What we receive from God is not through the law or through obeying it, but through God's Word and His Promise! We can't
get there any other way! 


"Now it is evident that no one is justified before God by the law, for The righteous shall live by faith!" 
(Gal. 3:11)
 

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Online for your listening/download:

Introductory Message on Galatians - 01/04/15  Phil Helfer
Utter Reliance on Grace - 01/11/15  Phil Helfer
The Gospel of Grace: From Jesus to Paul to the Galatians to Us - 01/18/15  Mike Jentes
       [Powerpoint from the message]
To Live is Christ - 01/25/15  Phil Helfer
Are You Bewitched? - 02/01/15  Phil Helfer
No One is Justified by Law - 2/15/15 Phil Helfer

IMPORTANT NEWS
Pray for our Women!
This weekend is the Spring Women's Retreat. Please be praying for a great time of impact, relationship and refreshment!
Retreat Webpage >>

Happy 14th Birthday Precious Lamb!

This month Precious Lamb celebrates its 14th Birthday!  Would you celebrate with us?

1.  Make an one time donation of $14 in honor of our 14th birthday. 

2.  Become a new monthly donor or increase your monthly donationby $14/month and as a special thank you, you will receive a 
matted print of a Precious Lamb student's special artwork.  

Give a special birthday gift online >>
 Precious Lamb Preschool Hiring!

Want to be a part of the Precious Lamb Staff? (I mean who doesn't?!)

We are hiring for two positions

1.  Preschool Substitute Teachers
2.  Development Associate

Come join our team!

Send inquires and resumes to Lailanie Jones >>

A Coffee Connection- Church & School!

Los Altos Coffee House is happening every Friday (until Spring Break). You can sign up to help bring goodies to make it a success in coming weeks.   
Sign up for upcoming Fridays >>

Find out more  online >>
  Refrigerator Needed

One of our church family is in need of a refrigerator pronto.  If you have the means to help, we want to connect you with the opportunity to bless someone else.  Please contact Karen in the office.

Email the office >>
 
February Newsletter online!

As we step into February, here is the latest newsletter, with great stuff from about Lauren Edwards, Missionaries, Coffee and more! 

Online Newsletter >>
  Marriage Conference

Special invitation to a one day marriage conference here in Long Beach. Saturday March 14 from 9am - 4pm at Grace Brethren Church of Long Beach.

More information >>
 
Will You FLINCH?  Risk it for Jesus!

Flinch Conference is all about risk. And what better place to talk about risk than in the city that embodies it! Welcome to New York City, July 23-26, for the Grace Brethren National Conference... 


Flinch Conference Details Online >>
Inspiring, Honest Article on Grace

"I understood the job description of a Christian, but I could not fathom the undeserved, inherited, blood-soaked place in God's family that was offered to me - freely...

Read the Rest online >>

Trust in the Lord: Latest Newsletter from the Bashore's
It's easy to say, not nearly as easy to do. I think anyone walking with the Lord knows full well how trying it can be....  Read the rest online >>