GCA Morning Service Notes

Welcome

• Good morning to GCA family!
• Encouragement to greet someone nearby.

Praise and Worship

• Song: "Every Praise"
  • Lyrics emphasize giving praise to God.
• Themes of Praise:
  • Sing Hallelujah to God.
  • God as Savior and Deliverer.
• Focus on Worship:
  • Invitation to set aside distractions and focus on God.

Prayer and Trust in God

• Prayer for Direction:
  • Acknowledgment of uncertainty in life.
  • Trust is placed solely in God.
• Scripture Reference:
  • Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the Lord.
• Assurance of God's Faithfulness:
  • Importance of trusting God through good and bad times.

Commitment to Children and Students

• Prayer for Students:
  • Special prayer for children and those working with them in school.
  • Acknowledgment of the new school year.
• Scripture Reference:
  • Proverbs 37:5: Commit everything to the Lord.

GCA Announcements

• Connect Card:
  • Opportunities for first-time visitors to connect.
• Ministry Opportunities:
  • Need for more volunteers in Hospitality Ministry.
• **Events:
  • Church Softball Games.
  • Women’s Event: Lisa Turkhurst and Natalie Grant concert in October.
• Kids Ministry:
  • Fun Arts Festival and Junior Bible Quiz announcements.

Offering and Giving

• Prayer for Offering:
  • Acknowledgment of God's provision and trust in Him during financial needs.
• Special Offering Next Sunday:
  • Appeal for support due to building expenses and maintenance needs.
• Reminder of God's Faithfulness:
  • God’s ability to provide even in difficult times.

Divine Direction Series

• Theme:
  • Understanding God’s guidance in decision-making.
• Key Points:
  1. God's Will:
     • Focus on who we are becoming rather than just what we do.
     • God cares about our character and holiness.
  2. Seeking Wisdom:
     • Encourage asking God for wisdom (James 1:5).
     • Importance of seeking guidance from mentors or wise individuals.
  3. Making Decisions:
     • Don't wait for a clear sign; take steps of faith.
     • Trust God’s path and take action.
• Practical Steps for Decision Making:
  1. Walk with the Lord:
     • Engage in a daily relationship with God.
  2. Ask for Guidance:
     • Seek wisdom and advice from God and others.
  3. Decide to Act:
     • Make a decision and move forward.

Closing Prayer and Invitation for Prayer

• Invitation to Prayer:
  • Encourage congregants to seek prayer for decisions or challenges.
• Final Blessing:
  • Encouragement to shine the light of Jesus throughout the week.