There will be a fellowship dinner on Sabbath in the commons, visitors are welcome.
SOLD OUT!
SOLD OUT! - Part 1
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
More In This Series
“SOLD OUT!”—1
-
James Surowiecki’s The Wisdom of Crowds
- An experiment with college students
- Not surprisingly “70 percent of the subjects changed their real opinion at least once, and a third of the subjects went along with the group at least half the time.” (38)
- But when one of the control group joined the subject in selecting the correct answer, “that was enough to make a huge difference. Having even one other person in the group who felt as they did made the subjects happy to announce their thoughts, and the rate of conformity plummeted.” (39)
-
Let’s call it “the power of .”
- All it takes is one other person to agree with you—and you will find courage to take the stand you believed was right all along.
- Or, all it takes is for one student, one person, to step out of the crowd and take a stand for what he or she believes is the right answer—and someone else, who would otherwise have probably gone along with the group, finds courage to also take the very same stand.
-
Matthew 18:15-20
- v 15—“Just between the of you.” Like the old proverb says, “The best way to dispose of your enemies it to make with them.”
-
v 16—“Take one or others along.”
- Deuteronomy 19:15
- Desire of Ages: “While we seek to correct the errors of a brother [or sister], the Spirit of Christ will lead us to shield [them], as far as possible, from the criticism of even [their own spiritual family], and how much more from the censure of the unbelieving world. We are erring, and need Christ’s pity and forgiveness, and just as we wish Him to deal with us, He bids us deal with one another.” (441)
-
v 17—Who are the “pagans” and “tax collectors”? They are those who are the very of the church.
vv 12-14—the parable of the lost sheep
What are we doing to reconnect with the “lost sheep” of our own ? -
v 18—Jesus is describing an astounding between the church down here and Heaven up there.
Whichever one acts first, the other . -
Thus the point is inescapable: The church is a very big deal to .
- God is on the church!
- David Watson: “The existence of the Christian community of the church in its ideal form is the revelation of God that the world can at present see.” (I Believe in the Church 84)
- Ellen White: “Enfeebled and defective as it may appear, the church is the one object upon which God bestows in a special sense His regard” (Acts of the Apostles 12).
-
No wonder the New Testament—building on Christ’s foundational teaching of the church here in Matthew—offers these stirring metaphors of the church:
- The B of Christ—with Christ as the Husband. (2 Cor 11:2; Eph 5:25-27; Rev 21:2)
- The B of Christ—with Christ as the Head. (1 Cor 12:27; Eph 1:22-23)
- The B of Christ)—with Christ as the Cornerstone. (1 Cor 3:11, 16; Eph 2:19-22)
- The B of Christ—with Christ as the Captain. (Eph 6:13-17; Heb 2:10 NKJV)
- You can’t be close to the Head without being close to the .
- Zechariah 2:8—“This is what the LORD Almighty says: Whoever touches you [Zion] touches the of His eye.”
- You cannot be to Christ and from His church.
-
vv 19-20—The Greek reads: “For where two or three are ‘’ in My name, there am I with them.”
- By his intentional use of the verb form of “synagogue,” Matthew is describing the formal, organized, institutional church of the New Testament that meets every with appointed and recognized to God, study His and carry out His on earth all week long.
- “The power of two”—the power of Christ and His church.
-
That’s why like Jesus I too am . . .
“SOLD OUT on the Church”
Pioneer Operating Budget
As a teacher, my favorite lessons are the ones that my students take and apply in their real life. I teach communication, and it is so important that students understand the power of their words. Proverbs 18:21 tells us that, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue…” (NIV) and helping my college students understand that and use their words for positive things is always so encouraging to see.
I once had a student who struggled to express herself. As the semester went on, and she had more opportunities and knowledge as to how to share more of herself in a positive way, her confidence increased and she was able to share more of what she was thinking. She learned how to speak life to others, and even to herself.
Look around the church today. Who have you taken time to “speak life” into? That is, who have you paused to encourage, say a kind word to, or pray for? Today’s offering is for the local church budget. Please prayerfully consider giving to support the ministry and mission of our church, as we seek to be a place where life-giving words are shared regularly.
By Heather Thompson Day
—North American Division Stewardship Ministries
Calling all Adventist Seniors, 55 years old and up, to the November 10 meeting of Adventist Seniors of Michiana. Our speaker will be Kevin Burton, the director of the Center for Adventist Research at James White Library. Bring a dish for the potluck and enjoy the fellowship starting at 1 PM in the Village Church Fellowship Hall.
Ladies are invited to a “come and go” style gathering hosted by Pioneer Women’s Ministry to create notebooks full of encouragement to be sent to the current A. U. student missionaries. Drop by the Pioneer Commons anytime between 3:30 to 6:30 PM on
November 10 to enjoy a hot drink and add your personal touch. Crafting expertise not necessary. Text “notes“ to 269–281–2345 to register. Questions? Email women@pmchurch.org.
Join the Andrews Academy Music Department for an evening of inspiring music and poetry featuring the Silhouettes, Chorale, Symphonic Band, AA Strings, and Resound (handbells) under the direction of Daniel Cerna and Elsy M. Gallardo-Díaz.
We will explore the various facets of the Christian walk in Jesus, such as joy, celebration, peace and rest, as well as the hope for His Second Coming. FREE admission
Good will offerings to benefit the Andrews Academy music department will be gladly and gratefully accepted.
Join the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of music on THURSDAY, November 7, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the Howard Performing Arts Center. Under the direction of Marc Élysée, the first half will feature Brahms' lively Hungarian Dance No. 1 and the dazzling Piano Concerto No. 2 by Moszkowski, with Aiko Ayala as the featured piano soloist. The second half, led by graduate conducting student Earlon Cornwall, includes the majestic Jupiter from Holst's "The Planets" and Scenes of Jamaica, a work full of colors and delightful tunes by Andrew Marshall. Tickets and information available at howard.andrews.edu
Starting Over with Andy Stanley video series. What do you do when it all falls apart? Your career, your marriage, your dream... How do you pick up the pieces and begin again?
We will be meeting in PMC Room 141 From 10:30-11:30 AM, from November 2-16.
All are Welcome!
All high school juniors and seniors are invited to the Junior/Senior Banquet on November 10 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at St. Joe Kickers Sports Club (2601 Hetler Dr., Berrien Springs). This will be a memorable evening with great food, entertainment, and celebration. Don’t miss out—save the date!
Andrews Academy would like to invite all seventh and eighth graders to Penny Arcade, Saturday night Nov. 2, 2024. This is a fun evening of games, activities & food; all for just pennies. Get to know Andrews Academy students better as you and your seventh & eighth grade friends enjoy Penny Arcade from 8 - 10 PM. Due to costs, we can only open this to 7th & 8th graders & Andrews Academy students, this is not open to siblings and families. Parents can drop your child off at 7:45 PM and can pick them up at 10 PM. If you have any questions please contact the school at (269)471-3138.
Ruth Murdoch Elementary School is hosting its annual Food Fair and Cultural Showcase benefiting the RMES Worthy Student Fund on Sunday, November 10, from noon to 3:00 PM! Explore a vibrant array of delicious dishes from around the world, enjoy live
performances, and immerse yourself in diverse cultures—all while supporting a great cause! All items will be sold using tickets, which can be purchased at the door with cash or check, for $1/ticket. Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of food, fun, and cultural celebration! Don’t miss out—mark your calendars!