Vista Community Church
The Sifting Of The Saints
Come as you are, become more like Jesus
Locations & Times
Vista Community Church
2096 Talley Rd, San Antonio, TX 78253, USA
Sunday 10:30 AM
Sometimes God allows us to be sifted by the devil (Luke 22:31-32)
• Satan wants to destroy each of us (but he is not in charge)
• God allows us to be sifted so our faith can become stronger
• Jesus intercedes for us (He is our advocate) John 17:15
• Lessons we learn through the process will prepare us to help others
• Satan wants to destroy each of us (but he is not in charge)
• God allows us to be sifted so our faith can become stronger
• Jesus intercedes for us (He is our advocate) John 17:15
• Lessons we learn through the process will prepare us to help others
We all have potential to fall into temptation (Luke 22:33-34)
• Even if all fall away, I never will… (Matt 26:31-34)
-> fail in our marriage, fail as a follower, fail as a witness
• Even if all fall away, I never will… (Matt 26:31-34)
-> fail in our marriage, fail as a follower, fail as a witness
The sifting of Peter (Luke 22:54-60)
A heart of repentance (Luke 22:61-62)
Application:
Have you been sifted?
Has your faith become stronger?
Are you helping others after you have been sifted?
Have you been sifted?
Has your faith become stronger?
Are you helping others after you have been sifted?
Giving
Each of us is called to worship God with our entire life, including our time, talents and resources. Sharing those resources is an important way to worship God, the giver of all good things. We pledge to be good stewards of your gifts, taking great care in how we manage and track the resources entrusted to us. We thank God that through your gifts He provides for the ministries of Vista Community Church. Click below to give today.
https://app.easytithe.com/g3/High School Youth Group - Today @ 12:30PM
Hey, High Schoolers! You’re meeting right after church today at the Epie’s home (422 CR 2801 W, Mico, TX 78056).
Financial Peace University - Today @ 1:00pm
Financial Peace class starts today in the Children’s Building.
This is a nine-lesson online class taught by financial expert Dave Ramsey. Cost is $130 and includes a lifetime membership. Meet in the Children’s Building. Contact Josh or Carolyn Reed for more info at mrs.carolyn.reed@gmail.com. Sunday, Mar 18th @ 1 pm
This is a nine-lesson online class taught by financial expert Dave Ramsey. Cost is $130 and includes a lifetime membership. Meet in the Children’s Building. Contact Josh or Carolyn Reed for more info at mrs.carolyn.reed@gmail.com. Sunday, Mar 18th @ 1 pm
Order your Vista Tee Today!!!
We are taking pre-paid orders for soft spun Vista Tees featuring our new church logo. Cost is $17. Shirt color is indigo. Come visit the table and order yours today.
Donations: Plastic Eggs and Candy
There is currently a collection bin in the back for donations toward our upcoming Easter event. Plastic and hard non-melting candy are requested.
Good Friday Service - Mar 30th @ 6:30pm
Join us on Good Friday as we come together to contemplate the significance of the cross.
Easter Service/Baptisms - Apr 1 @ 10:30 am
Invite your friends and family to join us for this outdoor family service here at the fire dept. If you would like to be baptized or learn more about baptism, contact Pastor James at vistaccjames@gmail.com
Band of Brothers Men’s Group - Apr 6th @ 7:00pm,
Vista is launching a new men’s group starting April 6th at Jon Wade’s home. Here’s the Band of Brother’s mission statement: We exist to gather in fellowship becoming the men God has called us to be. Stay tuned for more info or contact Jason Clark @ jason.clark@cru.org.
Vista’s 11 year Anniversary Celebration - Apr 29th @ 10:30am
Vista has another birthday coming up and we plan to celebrate the day with baptisms and a potluck lunch. More info to come!
EFCA TX-OK Men’s Retreat - Apr 20, 2018—Apr 22, 2018
Men, be sure to save the date for the EFCA’s annual retreat in Buda, TX. More information to come! Contact Roger Villa at rogervilla@sbcglobal.net / 210-884-2443. Apr 20, 2018—Apr 22, 2018
Next Steps Building Fund
We are still collecting pledge cards for our “Next Steps” Building Fund Campaign. Pledge cards can be dropped in the offering box at the back table. If you need a card and/or have financial questions please contact our treasurer, Sylvia Huizar (vistacc_adm@live.com). For more info about our campaign, visit our website at www.vistacommunity.org/our-future-home.