Weekly Newsletter 05/19/2022

May 19th, 2022
by Dmitriy Zherebnenkov

Shalom!

Let’s talk a little about theology and doctrine. What is doctrine?

“Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.” (2 Tim. 1:13)

“…hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it.” (Tit. 1:9)

Doctrine – a systematic summary of biblical truths, showing logical connections between them, forming a worldview, and defining a general approach to life.

Doctrines differ in importance, clarity, and practical value. The Bible doesn’t explain all doctrine with the same detail and directness. In order of importance, this is how we can organize the foundations of the Christian life.

The proper approach to doctrine:

Study the Bible carefully, forming your doctrine
Remember, the main point of doctrine is to help you properly understand God and live in harmony with Him
Come to forming your doctrine in humility and reverence before God
Form your convictions out of biblically founded doctrine

Be careful when assessing others’ doctrines:

Truly love people
Judge the position, not the person
Be confident that you definitely understand the other person
Distinguish the different levels of doctrines
Avoid arguments about doctrine

Announcements

Please continue to pray for brother Joseph Sheremet’s ministry in Poland!

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Important announcement: Choir rehearsal’s have now been moved to Wednesday (6:30 PM). Nikolay Shipilin invites all those who have experience singing in choir to come up to him on Sunday and find out how you can join this ministry.

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Scripture To Memorize

The Scripture memory text for the next few weeks is – Psalm 139:17-18

¹⁷How precious to me are your thoughts, O God!
How vast is the sum of them!
¹⁸If I would count them, they are more than the sand.
I awake, and I am still with you.

Upcoming Services and Meetings

Today, Thursday (6:30 PM) – Children’s Bible School (open to all but required for parents), followed by Bible Study (Proverbs) for the whole church at 7:30 PM.
Friday (6:00 PM) – Handing out VBS invites around the church. Everyone is welcome join the youth as they go door to door to invite children outside of church to VBS.
Worship Service in Russian at 9:00 AM
Worship Service in English at 11:15 AM