This Week | June 28 – July 4, 2024
June 30 | Romans – Grasping The Gospel, Romans 7:15-25, Part 22: Getting Unstuck – Pastor Mark Pospisil
Synopsis: Have you ever felt stuck in the same habits and thought patterns? Have you ever felt like you are the only one that is struggling? I think the answer to all of those questions is a resounding yes. Why does change seem so hard? Why do I keep doing the same things over and over again? Why am I my own worst enemy at times? The struggle with sin is real. It can feel like a battle we are never going to win. We can feel stuck and at times can seldom triumphant. What I love about Romans 7, is that the Apostle Paul also felt that same way. Sometimes the struggle with our “flesh” or our old sinful nature, can feel overwhelming. So, what hope is there for us? Change can be hard. It can be difficult when we are stuck in a rut. But, change is not impossible. We have hope because there is nothing impossible for God, especially when it comes to transforming your life and heart.
Fighter Verse: Romans 7:25 – “Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord!”
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40 DAYS THROUGH THE NEW TESTAMENT | JUNE 17
We want everybody to be involved in seeking the Lord through His Word. Listen to what Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” All it takes is 28 minutes a day to read through the New Testament in 40 days.
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FAMILY CAMPOUT | JUNE 9
Registration closing soon! Limited spots available.
This is our annual church family outing to Somerset Beach Campground! Bring your camper or tent and camping gear for this fun weekend at the lake. Play on the beach, hike, swim, play volleyball or softball, sit around the bonfire, or just relax with friends. The cost for the campsite is $77 per campsite for 2 nights. For questions, please email Dave Spears at spearala@gmail.com
SAVE THESE DATES NOW…
Be sure to always check our e-bulletin (updated weekly on Fridays) and calendar to stay tuned on everything coming up at The Lakes!
A few more upcoming events to be aware of. More details to come, but for now, save these dates!:
Core Ministries – Weekly Update
Our next Fruit of the Spirit is peace. So many times in our lives God’s asking us to trust in Him and His plan, even when the way forward is unclear or something we don’t like. The great news? We have His Word that assures us of God’s presence and support in even the darkest of times.
EARLY CHILDHOOD – Early Childhood (Birth – Kindergarten) program available during the 9:30 and 11:15 Sunday services.
ELEMENTARY AGE (1st-5th grade) – Elementary age program available Sundays during the 9:30 and 11:15 services and Wednesday Kids Creek from 6:30-8pm during the school year!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
All Out Summer
The Amazing Chemistry Show | July 12 at 2pm & 7pm
WEDNESDAY YOUTH GROUP – Middle School and High School students meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm for a combined youth group service in Lakes West (7150 Cooley Lake Rd, shared upper parking lot).
UPCOMING EVENTS:
No Youth | June 26-July 10
Meet at Oakland County Fair | July 11
Meet offsite – Location TBD | July 17
Monthly Prayer | Lakes Women meet for prayer the first Saturday of each month from 9:30am to 10:30am!
Quarterly “Chat-a-latte” gathering | Coffee/Tea & fellowship in the lower level Atrium
Seasonal Bible Studies | TBD
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Women’s Monthly Prayer Meeting | July 6 at 9:30am
Women’s Retreat | Save the date for September 27-29
Weekly Men’s Bible Study
Saturdays at 8am in Lakes West (7150 Cooley Lake Rd, shared upper parking lot).
Tuesdays at 6:30am in the upper level.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
