The Calvary Chapel Secret Harbour Bulletin – 16th May 2021
The calvary chapel secret harbour bulletin
(Established the Day Jesus Christ rose from the dead)
16th May – 2021
Romans 12 – 10:00 am “Consecrated” – 6:00pm – The book of Revelation 20
7:00pm Wednesday – prayer – Romans 12 cont’d – Friday – Calvary Youth 6:30pm
Breaking News – Jesus is Coming Soon – prepare to meet the Lord!
Israel Update
(A special message from Israel from our Tour Operator)
With thanksgiving to the Lord for His sovereign grace and mercy in time of need, we also want to thank you for your prayers. While our team and extended Sar-El family are (thus far) safe, our hearts go out to the many, on both sides of the border, who suffer during these turbulent days.
The recent events did not come as a complete surprise as intelligence reports have cautioned for a few weeks now that the Hamas militant wing was preparing to escalate security tensions with Israel in a desperate attempt to regain lost relevance on the international stage, and take advantage of the frail political situation within the fractured Palestinian Authority government in order to attract disenchanted Palestinians. It is tragic to see the entire Palestinian population held hostage by a terror organization.
The good news is that skirmishes such as this one usually do not last long (since they are politically motivated), and are over as soon as Israeli military counter strikes re-establish deterrence and restore calm. This is our fervent prayer.
The lesson, as always, is one of endurance, faith, and perseverance, and as people of faith, our confidence is not in our military might or capabilities, but in the Lord God of Israel.
His word of promise assures us, saying, “Hear the word of the LORD, O nations, and declare it in the isles afar off, and say, ‘He who scattered Israel will gather him, and keep him as a shepherd does his flock.’” (Jeremiah 31).
Trust God, and join us in prayer for the “peace of Jerusalem” according to His Word.
Thank you. Samuel Smadja and your Sar-El team.
CCSH – Young Adults
You missed a great night with the CCSH young adults’ groups last night if you were not there! Make sure you don’t miss the next Saturday night gathering by seeing Pastor Marlon or Hannah Le Chat for the next time of getting together with other young believers in Christ!
Pastor’s Pen –
All through the week, I have watched closely the events unfolding in the Holy Land – Israel Our hearts go out to the families trying to live in peace in Israel yet surrounded by those who would seek their complete annihilation. During our visits to Israel, we always attend the World Holocaust Remembrance Centre – Yad Vashem. It is always by far the most difficult and heartbreaking of experiences. Many times, Helen and I have just been overwhelmed by the devastation and heartache Israel, experienced under the Nazi regime. How could people be so cruel? Yet again this tiny nation of 8,775,451people is under threat! As Christians living in a safe western society like we do in Australia, the violent attacks again threatening Israel remind me so strongly, to be all the more sober in my relationship with God. Christianity is not a playground – it is a battleground. May we as families pray, when we break bread in our safe homes, for those in Israel currently having to seek safety in bomb shelters. The Last Days are with us and our walk with God must be of the utmost in all our minds and purpose. Jesus is coming – are you ready?
Simply teaching the Word simply
Helen’s Heart
But have faith when you ask and do not doubt. The person who doubts is like the waves of the sea that the wind blows up and down – James 1:6 Let nothing shake your faith. When you are overtaken by sin, return at once and let your faith hold steadfast to His Word. Not because you can feel it but because He says so. Believe it actively through the times of despair and through the ups and downs. I can assure you as you practice this your wavering experience will be ended. “The Way, the Truth, the Life Thou art, this I know to this I cleave. The sweet new language of my heart ‘Lord I believe.’ I have no doubts to bring Thee, my doubt has fled, and my faith is free.”– Harriet Kimball. Be strong in His Word – Helen.
Tithes & Offerings
Honour the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce. Then He will fill your barns with grain, and your vats will overflow with good wine – Prov 3:9-10
A grace offering container is available at the left rear of the chapel next to the prayer request box for your grace offering unto the Lord. Or you can give electronically via our web page – CCSH Account -2490144 & BSB 306089. The Lord bless you in your giving.
During the Service
Once the service has commenced, please help us by not moving from your seat so as not to be a distraction to others -thank you. Should you need to leave the sanctuary, the ushers will redirect you on your return, to a seat at the rear of the sanctuary.
Pastor Keith’s Daily Devotions
You can receive CCSH’s daily devotion direct to your media platform each day by connecting to our website at ccsh.com.au and following the links.
The Calvary Distinctives
God’s Model for the Church – in Calvary Chapels, we look to the book of Acts as the model for the church. It is a church filled with the Holy Spirit, led by the Holy Spirit, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. The four basic functions of the early church are found in Acts 2:42, “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”