September 6th, 2023

 Stand firm with . . . the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.

- Ephesians 6:17b-18

This week we attack! Do we attack with our own thoughts, ideas, or feelings? No. We attack with the Sword of the Spirit!  

Roman soldiers would carry a sword known as a gladius. The blade had sharpened sides and a deadly tip so sharp it could penetrate armor. The soldiers, or "swordsman" were known as gladiators, and never would a gladiator battle without their sword. We carry a sword too, and our sword is sharp!

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. -Hebrews 4:12

We are ready for battle! In this series we have fastened the Belt of Truth around our waist, kept the Breastplate of Righteousness in place, and stood firm together with Boots fitted perfectly with the readiness from the Gospel. We then took up our Shield of Faith and donned our Helmet of Salvation last week. This week we take up our gladius, the Word of God. 

“We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.” - 2 Corinthians 10:5

We do not need to fear, we are ready for Satan’s attacks. We have an enemy who tries to overthrow the truth of salvation - that Jesus died and rose for us. Satan tries to attack our identity in Jesus, our provision in Jesus, and our hope in Jesus. But he has no hope because we stand firm in the armor of God, and attack the enemy’s lies with His word. Fellow redeemed in Christ, be alert, stand firm, and pray for each other. You are fully protected. 

GLADIATORS, you’re up!

See you Sunday, I can’t wait! 

Pastor Austin 

The Calendar at a Glance 

• September 6th, "The Chosen" Watch and Study, 6:30-8:00 pm

• September 10th, Worship Services, Connect Hour Groups meet

• September 11th, Castle Peak Service 10:00 am

• September 12th & 13th, Precept Bible Study Classes begin @ 7pm

• September 13th, "The Chosen" Watch and Study, 6:30-8:00 pm

• September 17th, Worship Services, Connect Hour Fellowship Sunday

• September 18th, Castle Peak Service 10:00 am

• September 20th, "The Chosen" Watch and Study, 6:30-8:00 pm

• September 24th, Worship Services

Connect Hour Groups for all ages

will meet this Sunday, September 10th!

Fellowship 10:00–10:15

Connect Hour Bible Study Groups 10:15–10:45

Fellowship 10:45–11:00

See you then!

Season 2 of The Chosen meets TONIGHT,

September 6th, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

Come watch and discuss Episode 6 with us!

Serving Him with Gladness

Grace Fellowship LWML wants to continue the work in the mission field within our own community.

We have been invited to provide the Simple Supper.

• When: Monday, September 18th from 4 pm to 7 pm
• Where: United Methodist Church, 333 East 2nd Street

Please consider making or donating the food for the supper

and/or serving that evening.

Sign up at church THIS Sunday or please reach out to

Nancy 303-870-3433 or Jan 970-309-3292 with questions.

Sunday Services

September 10th, 2023

9:00 or 11:00

-or-

ONLINE

KIDS' CHURCH at 9:00 am service

(Ages 3 through 5th grade)

Kids' Church follows the kid's sermon. They will further explore the day's sermon theme with their group. We can’t wait to see them!

NURSERY

Nursery for Newborns – up to 3 year olds.

Nursery is open during our 9:00 am service and during Connect Hour from 10:15-10:45!

Join us on Facebook this Sunday morning at approximately 9:15 AM, or view the recording anytime on Facebook, Vimeo or YouTube.

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LORD JESUS, HEAL OUR LAND, OUR BODIES, AND OUR HEARTS.

Please pray for. . .

• Erich Petersen, former EVHS student and Gypsum resident who was in a serious accident. Praise God that he was transferred to Craig Hospital in Denver for rehabilitation. Praise God for answered prayers! Continue to lift their family up during this time. Pray for God to give Erich an extra measure of strength to make a full recovery!

• Ian Skluzacek, who is still recovering from shoulder surgery. Pray for patience and complete healing.

• The Arguello family: Larry, Rita, and Julie who are all battling different medical issues. Pray that Larry can receive his knee surgery very soon to relieve his pain and get him back to an active life that he loves, for Rita to continue to heal well from her surgery and that her eye will heal as well preventing another surgery, and for Julie's cancer journey that she is in the midst of. Pray for restoration of her body back to full health.

• 8-Year-Old Oliver, who is still dealing with serious medical issues. Pray for healing.

• Kipp Hamberger, who is making progress in recovering from surgery.

• Debra Ketterling and family, as they have been facing some health challenges lately. The Lord is the ultimate healer and provider. Pray for peace, healing, strength, and comfort during this challenging time.

• Our military members and their families. For those that are deployed, please give them courage, hope, and strength and be their power and protector during their mission. God, continue to watch over all military families and bless them for their service.



• Carol Proffitt, who has been sick and is still homebound, and for those who are caring for her. Pray for continued care and provision during this difficult time.

• everyone in our congregation and their families who are dealing with the pains and trials of cancer and other illnesses including Todd Purse; Connie Kerr; Keith; Chris; Sharon Hlavinka; Rance Ketterling; Darlee, Amanda; Jerry Wiisanen; Rosemarie; April; Suzanne, Mary's sister-in-law; Bonnie Lamotta; Mark Von Soosten, Aaron, Ryan, John Kirchner, Oliver, Sue Carver,

GOD'S WILL BE DONE