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Issue 327
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November 5, 2015
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We are familiar with seeing God as Father...in fact that is the way we talk about Him. This was present in glimpses in the OT, but in the OT most saints would not have seen Him in this way.
Jesus introduces us to seeing God as Father. He mostly refers to God as Father in the Gospels (often in a personal way).
There are 3 words to describe Father:
1) Ab - father, grandfather, forefather
- provides with life, begins our life
Isa 9 - Eternal Father
Adam is our ultimate "Ab"
2) Pater - Father- nourisher, protector, family
We see this in John 1: "As many as received Him, He gave the right to become children of God."
Our born again status gives us God as our "Pater"
3) Abba - 3 times in the NT - Dadda, Daddy
Speaks from the child's perspective looking up into the embrace of Daddy.
First introduced by Jesus in Mark 14:36 "Abba Father... Let this cup pass from me."
We also see it in Romans 8:15 and Galatians 4:6
The Bible always says "Abba Father"
Together they show the child's response to the Father and His response to the children as Daddy.
Do you think of God this way? "Daddy"
The Father's attitude was not "I gotta teach you a lesson," or "you have to earn your way back." Rather Abba embraces us...
If we miss this picture/reality, then we are the ones missing out. Won't you today reach up and talk to God your Father starting with " Abba... Daddy..."
We invite you listen to Phil share this message online |
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Construction Help Needed
One of our own church family, Maria Marquez Acosta & her daughter Genesis, have recently moved into a new place, but it needs some construction work done. You don't have to have great expertise, we are just looking for some people willing to help. If you are interested in helping...
Contact Pat Griffith at [714] 309 0952 >>
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Children's Workers NEEDED!
Nursery at 9am on the 3rd Sundays of the month.
Junior Church after worship {10:30am} for on the 4th Sundays of the month. Junior Church is for 1st- 5th graders.
Help us starting immediately!
Contact Cindi Stone >>
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Our "TLC Ministry" Moms & Dads will be helping to decorate and fill boxes for shipment to get them serving others this holiday season. The teens will be doing this on Monday Nov. 9. Please consider helping provides some supplies so that these young parents can have a meaningful ministry. |
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Get Text Messages from Us
This week, some of you might have received a text message from our church. We are trying out this way of communication with our church family. If you didn't get it, we would love to have you get our text alerts!
Text LosAltos to 51555 to get 'em >>
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 HOUSING NEEDS:
We have at least 3 families who need a place to rent in the near future. We are sharing these needs here in case you can help with leads/referrals for any or all: - 1 apartment with 3 bedrooms 1 bath - house/condo with at least 3 bedrooms 2 bath - house/condo/apt with at least 2 bedrooms 1 bath Please Contact Karen in the Office with any information! 562-596-3358 or office@lagbc.orgAlso Haley Helfer and Amy Witbeck are looking for a roommate. We are looking for a 20-30 year old responsible Christian female to rent a large room in a large house with 3 other females ages 20, 26, and 28. Contact Haley via email. |
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Women's Christmas Celebration
A special Christmas Dinner for the Ladies of Los Altos Grace. A speaker, emcee, light dinner menu and homemade pies by Sue Feller!
Monday Evening December 7th @ 6:30 pm
More details online >>
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Dollhouse Campership Raffle
An amazing Dollhouse has been donated to the church to raffle off for Green Oak Ranch Camperships -subsidizing the cost for at-risk children to go to camp next year! Raffle tickets are available for a $5 donation each.
Details Online >>
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Latest from the Gripentrogs
Dear praying friend across the ocean, This is our first letter written to you since arriving back in Indonesia. We like to think of this new season as a "sequel" that will be even better than ...
Read the Rest of the News >>
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Global Grace Brethren Gathering
The gathering of the Global Grace Brethren (Charis) meetings from all continents in Bangkok, Thailand reports:
"On this historic day, November 4, 2015, the thirty delegates representing Grace Brethren Churches in nineteen countries have voted unanimously... Find out more about Charis >>
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Special Equipping Time - ROOTED!
A training time for the Los Altos Grace family to be equipped to follow Jesus and to help others to follow Him too!
2nd and 4th Mondays of each Month from 7:00-9:00 pm @LosAltosGrace in Room 13
Facilitated by Phil Helfer & Mike Jentes
Our times will be not be pure lecture, but more interactive, workshop-oriented and practical! Although they are in a series, each time will be a "stand alone" training to help equip you. Feel free to come when you can or make plans to be part of every opportunity!
Habits for Growing in Jesus- November 9 - Habits for Transformation
- November 30 - Exercising Habits for Transformation
More details & the whole Fall Schedule online >>
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Women's Bible Study Thursdays
Women's Bible Study (study by Beth Moore) on 1 & 2 Thessalonians
We are meeting on Thursdays at 9:30AM
@ Terry Hamilton's home
2168 Vuelta Grande
Long Beach
Contact Emi Negron at (562) 889-3415 >>
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Choir Openings
Positions open in Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass. No others need apply.
Physical Qualifications: Must be able to carry light musical notes part way across the sanctuary. Must have sufficient vision to see the director.... ( more...)
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