There will be a fellowship dinner this Sabbath following the second worship service in the commons on the lower level. Visitors are welcome!
The Secret of the Seed
The Secret of the Seed: Unleashing the Divine Potential in You - 3
Speaker
Dwight K. NelsonSince 1983, Dwight Nelson has served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University. He preaches on the “New Perceptions” telecast, teaches at the theological seminary and has written some books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.
Offering
Saturday, April 20, 2013
More In This Series
“The Secret of the Seed: Unleashing the Divine Potential in You”—3
□ Christ in the NT
- Luke 6:36-38—“, and it will be to you. . . . For with the you use, it will be to you.”
- The you give—the you will receive.
- Proverbs 11:24—“One person freely, yet even more; another unduly, but [still] comes to .”
- “, and it will be from you.”
□ Christ in the OT
- quid pro quo—“ for ” or “ you do this, I’ll do that.”
- Whenever God makes a quid pro quo offer to you— !
The Ten Commandments 2 Chronicles 7:14
Isaiah 58
- Malachi 3:8-12
Genesis 14:20—“Then Abraham gave him a of everything.”
- Genesis 28:22—“. . . and of all that You give me I [Jacob] will give you a .”
- Leviticus 27:30—The “tithe” or “one tenth” [Heb. same wd] is “ to the LORD”—the “tithe” is His.
- Haggai 2:8—“‘The is Mine and the is Mine,’ says the LORD Almighty.”
- Psalm 24:1—“The earth is the LORD’s and in it.”
“When you return My tithe, I promise to take your 9/10 and turn them into more than the !”
- Apparently, offerings and tithes are a critical divine antidote to our human condition known as .
What God does need, what God does long for is for the in me to become the of Him.
- And God is a by nature—“For God so loved the world that He . . .” (John 3:16).
- Ed Gungor: “ touches a nerve in us that nothing else does. We look a lot like God when we do it [John 3:16]. When you , you defy the fear that you won’t have enough. You insult , the impulse to acquire or possess more than one needs or deserves. If you really believe that God owns it all and that he is your source and provider, will be a simple matter. . . . The arena of is the only place where exactly what’s going on in your heart is revealed. According to Jesus, keeps your heart in motion toward God and away from material things. . . . Your heart will follow the direction of your .” (Religiously Transmitted Diseases)
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Ellen White: “Everything that God could do was done to save a perishing world. ‘God so loved the world,
that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.’ God has made it impossible for it to be said that He could have done more than He has done for the fallen race. When He gave His Son, He gave Himself. In one great gift He poured out the whole treasure of heaven. He has revealed a love that defies all , a love that should fill our hearts and lives with gratitude.” (Review and Herald January 14, 1902) - Oswald Chambers: “Our salvation is from hell and perdition, and then we talk about making sacrifices!” (My Utmost for His Highest 318)
Return what you’ve received, and you will receive
what you’ve returned— plus more!
Fellowship Dinner
Memorial Day Sabbath
On Monday, 27 May, we celebrate the supreme sacrifices made by our US military people in war and in peace. This Sabbath, let us pray for the families who live with unfulfilled dreams and precious memories of their lives and service.
Offering for May 25, 2024
Michigan Advance Partners
The Campmeeting experience is such an incredible blessing as it affords us so many things; time with family and friends, opportunities to meet new people, and inspiring meetings and seminars just to name a few. The blessings are numerous and rich. It truly is a time when it seems Heaven draws especially close.
While preparing for the Camp Meeting in 1868 very specific goals were established in order to accomplish as much as possible for the cause of Christ.
“We desire to call out as many of our brethren, both preachers and people, as we can, and also as many of our unconverted fellowmen as we may be able to interest in this meeting, that we may do them good. We want all who shall come to this meeting to come for the purpose of seeking God. We want our brethren to come for the purpose of seeking a new conversion. We want our preachers to set them in this an example worthy of imitation. We desire also to see many of our fellowmen who have no interest in Christ, or at least no knowledge of the present truth, converted to the Lord, and rejoicing in the light of His truth.”—The Review and Herald, August 18, 1868.
As we prepare for this year’s Campmeeting, and Christ’s soon coming, may we be planning and praying for the Holy Spirit’s presence to impact each one in a mighty and powerful way so that many will be recommitted to God, and others will be brought into the fold.
Today’s loose offering is for Michigan Advance Partners which helps to support Campmeeting. You can also give through the Tithe & Offering Envelope or through online giving. May God bless Campmeeting as well as each one as we give to this special cause.
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
RMES Graduation May 30
Come out and show your support for our 32 graduating 8th grade students! Graduation is 7:00 PM, Thursday, May 30 at Pioneer Memorial Church.
Pioneer Spiritual Life Survey
This quick survey will give our church leadership team a better understanding of how to lead our church. All responses are anonymous and every precaution will be taken with the data.
Andrews University Summer Camp - Registration Closes May 28!
Registration is open now and forms are due by May 28 for the Andrews University Summer Camp! Our camp is 9 weeks of Bible-based educational summer adventures for children entering grades 1–age 12 (June 10 – August 9), is held exclusively on the Andrews University campus and features Vacation Bible School-style programming and fun. Each week of camp highlights a different theme and Bible story. https://www.andrews.edu/services/crayonbox/summercamp/
Camp Kindergarten
Registration is open now and forms are due by June 3 for Camp Kindergarten! 8 weeks of adventures for kids entering Kindergarten in Fall 2024. Camp meets Monday – Thursday from June 17-August 8, 2024. Camp hours: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM. Our camp is 8 weeks of Bible-based fun that promotes Kindergarten readiness skills including a A-Z letter of the day countdown and weekly spotlight hour "field trip". Our camp is held exclusively on the Andrews University campus.
Something in Common Sabbath School
Something In Common Sabbath School presents Guardrails-Avoiding Regrets in Your Life with Andy Stanley video
- May 18- Direct and Protect
- May 25- Proximity
- June 1- Forever Yours
- June 8- Money Matters
- June 15- The Heart of the Matter
Everyone is Welcome Sabbath mornings from 10:30-11:30 in PMC room 141.
Andrews Academy’s Graduation Weekend Events
Congratulations, Andrews Academy seniors! May the same Lord who got you here lead you into the uncharted adventure ahead! “I am with you always,” is His promise. Everyone is invited to attend the following graduation weekend events. Class Night, May 23, 7:00 PM at Andrews Academy, Consecration May 24, 8:00 PM at Village SDA Church, Baccalaureate May 25, 11:45 AM at PMC, Commencement May 26, 11:00 AM at PMC.
Adventist Heritage & American History Tour
Explore Scenic New England and it's Rich History from September 1-8, 2024
