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CityRise West U Baptist Traditional Service 5/9/2021
Our West U Baptist Traditional Livestream for Sunday May 9, 2021.
Locations & Times
West U Baptist Church
6218 Auden St, Houston, TX 77005, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Watch Live!
Join us for our livestream at 8:30 am by opening this link on your computer or mobile device, while you follow along with the service below! You can worship with others in real time, connecting with staff and church family members while the premiere is in progress.
https://cityriseorg.online.church/Be Exalted, O God
Check out one of our favorite versions of our first worship song for today by clicking this link!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FwvEBULwIQOh, How I Love Jesus
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8fKX3xZaMMFor the Beauty of the Earth
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zy7t2Uasqe8Grace Alone
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI66-BfsZ2YA Christian Home
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsxE1jJiTIIIn Christ Alone
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQCpxt0XRocSermon Notes
Romans 8:6b
…but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.
The Message Every Christian Mom Should Speak into their Children…
1. There are 2 Categories of People
…that…
2. Have 2 Very Different Mindsets
…which…
3. Lead to 2 ways of Life.
The Message Every Christian Mom Should Speak into their Children…
1. There are 2 Categories of People
…that…
2. Have 2 Very Different Mindsets
…which…
3. Lead to 2 ways of Life.
1 Corinthians 2:14
The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is not able to understand them because they are spiritually discerned.
Colossians 3:1
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.
Colossians 3:2
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.
Colossians 3:3
For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.
The Message Every Christian Mom Should Speak into their Children…
1. There are 2 Categories of People
…that…
2. Have 2 Very Different Mindsets
…which…
3. Lead to 2 ways of Life.
Galatians 6:8a
For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption…
Galatians 5:19
Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality,
Galatians 5:20
idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions,
Galatians 5:21
envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.
Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Galatians 5:23
gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:24
And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.
Galatians 5:25
If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit.
Romans 8:6b
…but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.
The Message Every Christian Mom Should Speak into their Children…
1. There are 2 Categories of People
…that…
2. Have 2 Very Different Mindsets
…which…
3. Lead to 2 ways of Life.
The Message Every Christian Mom Should Speak into their Children…
1. There are 2 Categories of People
…that…
2. Have 2 Very Different Mindsets
…which…
3. Lead to 2 ways of Life.
1 Corinthians 2:14
The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is not able to understand them because they are spiritually discerned.
Colossians 3:1
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.
Colossians 3:2
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.
Colossians 3:3
For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.
The Message Every Christian Mom Should Speak into their Children…
1. There are 2 Categories of People
…that…
2. Have 2 Very Different Mindsets
…which…
3. Lead to 2 ways of Life.
Galatians 6:8a
For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption…
Galatians 5:19
Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality,
Galatians 5:20
idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions,
Galatians 5:21
envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.
Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Galatians 5:23
gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:24
And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.
Galatians 5:25
If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit.
My Jesus, I Love Thee
Check out one of our favorite versions of our last worship song for today by clicking this link!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDXTqTuG1NkThanks for Joining Us!
If you're a guest, make sure to click this link to fill out a connect form so someone on our team can reach out to you this week, and check out the links below for more opportunities to get involved in our church family.
https://cityrise.org/forms/connection-card/Community Groups
9:45-10:45 am. In the room and on Zoom! Visit the link for classes and instructions on how to acquire a Zoom link.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/adults/community-groups/KidStuff City: Outdoor Edition
Wednesday Nights, 6-7:30pm • Crosspoint Church-Bellaire Parking Lot. Families are invited to sign up for KidStuff City: Outdoor Edition on Wednesday nights from 6-7:30 pm in the Crosspoint Church-Bellaire parking lot. Pre K – 5th graders have games, worship, and a Bible lesson; 4th and 5th graders help with the crafts and games; parents hang out with other parents and enjoy community. Bring your bike or scooter, too! Find registration on our website.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/birth-through-5th-grade/kidstuff/Scholarship Applications
Deadline: May 17 at 4pm • No online submissions accepted! The Scholarship Committee is now accepting applications for undergraduate higher education. Please visit our website to download the application and to view the requirements. Applications cannot be submitted online. Please deliver completed applications to the reception desk at either West U Baptist or Crosspoint Church-Bellaire. If you would like to mail in the application, please send it to West U Baptist, 6218 Auden, Houston, TX 77005, ATTN: SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS. Deadline to apply is May 17 at 4pm!
https://cityrise.org/scholarship-applications/VBS
VBS Workdays Tuesday mornings, 9am-12pm at West U Baptist; VBS Volunteer Meeting Sunday, June 13, 3-4pm at West U Baptist; VBS June 14-18, 9am-12pm • West U Baptist • Volunteer times: 8:30am-12:30pm. Visit the following link for registration, sign up, and information!
https://cityrise.org/ministries/birth-through-5th-grade/kidstuff-summer/VBS at CityRise Missouri City
VBS Training Meeting Saturday, May 15, 10-11:30am at CityRise Missouri City
More VBS at CityRise Missouri City information coming soon!
VBS Training Meeting Saturday, May 15, 10-11:30am at CityRise Missouri City
More VBS at CityRise Missouri City information coming soon!
Super Summer Stuff
June 21-July 2 & July 12-23 • West U Baptist. Looking for a camp packed with fun? You've found it! Led by a team of super friendly and energetic counselors, Super Summer Stuff will definitely be one of your child's favorite experiences this summer with four themed weeks to choose from! Super Summer Stuff offers day camps for children 18 months old through entering 6th grade. Find registration and info about each week at the following link.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/birth-through-5th-grade/kidstuff/Unplugged
May 15, 3-5pm • Crosspoint Church-Bellaire • $20. Teaching middle school girls how to glorify God in our tech-driven world. There will be volleyball/basketball tournaments, karaoke, bracelet making, and more. COVID protocols will be in place. Register at the following link.
https://cityrise.org/students/Basketball Clinic
May 8, 15, 22, 29, 10-11:30am • CityRise Missouri City. Four Saturdays of basketball in May for kids aged 6-12! No registration required.
https://cityrise.org/locations/cityrise-missouri-city/August Apologetics presents the CCv1 “BTW, God Exists Conference”
August 27 & 28 • Crosspoint Church-Bellaire • $75August Apologetics presents the Capturing Christianity ‘Btw, God Exists Conference,’ an interactive apologetics event happening at our Crosspoint campus. This two-day conference gives attendees the opportunity to see a live debate between a Christian philosopher and an atheist, hear cutting-edge presentations from Christian thinkers on the evidence for God’s existence, and be part of the discussion through various Q&A sessions and panels. $75 gives you access to the conference and a BBQ lunch on Saturday. Tickets on sale now at cityrise.org/ccv1.
https://capturingchristianity.com/events/ccv1-conference/The Almost Amazing Dinner Party Podcast
The CityRise Network has begun a new podcast for families who are seeking to raise children who love and follow Jesus entitled The Almost Amazing Dinner Party! Featuring our Children’s Director, Jennifer Dennis, and our Media Arts Pastor, Justin Kellough. You can find The Almost Amazing Dinner Party podcast on your favorite podcast provider or on our CityRise site.
https://cityrise.org/podcast/the-almost-amazing-dinner-party/Prime Time Singers
May 27, 9:45-11:45am • West U Baptist Fowler Chapel. Prime Time Singers is back! Join other senior adults for the first rehearsal and meeting back on Thursday, May 27 at 9:45am. Please note, weekly rehearsals are not starting yet. This is only the first meeting.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/adults/senior-adults/Conquer Series: The Battle Plan for Purity
June 13 – July 25*, 4-6pm • Crosspoint Student Building. The statistics of pornography in the global church show that 68% of church going men view pornography on a regular basis. We know that our church is not immune, so we want to train every man so that they are equipped to be able to help other men who are in the midst of this battle. We are asking every man to sign up for this Conquer Series, where you will learn how to use the weapons of God to be a better husband, a better father, and to become a man of integrity. Sundays, June 13-July 25, 4-6pm in the Crosspoint Student Building. No registration required. *No meeting July 4.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/adults/men/Prayer Walk in Missouri City
June 12 & 24, August 14 & 28 • CityRise Missouri City and surrounding neighborhoods. CityRise Missouri City & Attack Poverty are teaming up to do prayer walks in the neighborhoods that the church has already reached out to, but we plan on expanding into different neighborhoods to form a block radius. The goal is to pray for the residents of those neighborhoods while at the same time becoming visible to them and to let them know we are here and we want to help.
https://cityrise.org/locations/cityrise-missouri-city/Missions Spotlight
We have several mission trips planned for 2021! Visit our website for a calendar of opportunities, video greetings from some of our global partners, and the chance to apply. We are called to lift the world by generously giving the gospel of Jesus Christ. Sign up and do that very thing today.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/missions-global/A Children’s Village Preschool, 2021-2022 Registration
Open Now. Registration is now open for the 2021-2022 school year in A Children’s Village! Registration forms can be picked up in person or downloaded online at the following link. Registration fee payment is required to complete enrollment. For more information about submitting completed registrations, call the ACV desk at 713-667-5180.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/birth-through-5th-grade/preschool/Food Distribution with Attack Poverty
Every Thursday, 10-11:30am • CityRise Missouri City. Help our friends and neighbors in Missouri City by distributing food provided by Attack Poverty. Sign up for your spot each week by going to our website.
https://cityrise.org/ministries/community-ministries/Empowered Homes
Free Marriage, Parenting, and Personal Growth resource site operated by Kingsland Baptist Church in Katy, TX. Empowered Homes is a site full of incredible, Christian resources to help during this pandemic and after. Visit the following link for free access to countless video, audio, and text-based material designed to guide us as individuals, as spouses, and as parents . . . whatever your stage of life.
https://empoweredhomes.org/STCH Ministries Family Counseling Facebook Group
Struggling with anxiety? Depression? Family issues or more? South Texas Children’s Home is excited to provide this free resource to provide ways to cope during this season as well as encouragement and hope through counseling resources. Click this link to join or forward it on!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/548687509114723/?utm_source=STCH%20Ministries%20Email%20Communication&utm_campaign=e4ad4ce074-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_05_09_02_39_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_7bd37b2362-e4ad4ce074-111599635Give Online
If you want to partner with us to give towards the work that God is doing in Houston and around the world with our partners, please take some time to check out our online giving options. Click this link for more!
https://cityrise.org/give/