Join us Friday, May 12th for our third “Movie By the Lake” family movie night. Tonight we’ll be showing the recently released Soul Surfer, the amazing true story of surfer Bethany Hamilton’s return to surfing after a devastating shark attack took her arm. This movie is an inspiring testimony of faith, determination and perseverance in the midst of great trial. Bring a chair, snack or dinner and enjoy free popcorn during the show. Grounds open at 7:00 and movie will begin at 8:30. In the event of rain, we’ll move the movie inside.
New Sunday School Classes begin May 1st
Posted by Janet on April 26, 2011 at 11:27 am
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Contending For the Faith: Join us for this intro to Christian apologetics and learn how to give reasoned responses to hot-button issues like the existence of God, Jesus’ resurrection, the authenticity of the Bible, evil, and evolution. (Teacher: Dan Layman)
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As We Call Upon the Lord: APC ladies are invited to a six week women’s class exploring several of the prayers of the Bible and the application of prayer to our lives. (Teacher: Missy Shearin)
What to do with John 7:53-8:11?
Posted by Pastor Warren on March 20, 2011 at 7:34 am
In our study of the gospel of John on Sunday mornings, I have intentionally not been preaching through every single passage, verse by verse. One reason is I’ve tried to focus on the larger theme of John’s gospel which is that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, sent by God to do the work of God in redeeming his people, and that by believing in him we will have true life, eternal life in his name. By necessity a broader approach like this means that we will skip over some passages in our study of this gospel.
One of those passages is found at the beginning of chapter 8, Jesus’ encounter with the woman caught in adultery. The unique thing about this passage and the reason I mention it here is that you may have noticed that in most of your bibles, it is bracketed off with a note that says something like, “The earliest manuscripts do not include 7:53-8:11.” (ESV) Well what does that mean? Is this part of the God’s inspired word? Should we preach on passages like this? Does this raise questions about the authority or integrity of the rest of Scripture?
Rather than try to go into a lengthy discussion about textual criticism, I’d like to point you to a sermon by Dr. John Piper on this passage that I found very helpful both in explaining why the footnote is there and what we can gain from the account recorded here. If you’re interested, I encourage you to read or listen to his message.
You can access the sermon by clicking here or going to Piper’s website at www.desiringgod.org. Enjoy.
New Adult Sunday School Classes begin March 6
Posted by Janet on February 28, 2011 at 1:40 pm
Men’s Class — “The TFG Workout” (Teacher: Pastor Warren): God’s word calls us to constantly be in “Training For Godliness.” Join us for a seven week Men’s Sunday School class where you’ll be encouraged along with other men in pursuing a strong, vibrant life of faith, in order to be the man God wants you to be.
A Study of the Book of Amos (Teacher: Pastor Dan): Join us for this compelling class as we examine the life and message of Amos, the reality of injustice, and the role that the church should play in working to establish justice in our world today.
Church Community Prayer Walk
Posted by Janet on February 21, 2011 at 11:25 am
Make plans to join us as we walk through the community and pray for the gospel to be known and embraced by the people of Apex. This is an event for the entire family. Please email Pastor Dan at dlayman@ambassadorpres.org or call him at the office (249-0230) and let him know that you will be participating.
