Speaker

Dwight K. Nelson

Dwight Nelson served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University from 1983 to 2023. During his time at Pioneer he spoke on the “New Perceptions” telecast, taught at the theological seminary and has written books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.

Offering

OPENING MUSIC

“Holy, Holy, Holy” • Charles Gounod

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

 

“WELCOME, DAY OF REST”: A HYMN CYCLE

“O Worship the Lord”  •  “Lord of All Being, Throned Afar”  •  “Lord of the Sabbath”  •  “Welcome, Welcome, Day of Rest”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

CHILDREN’S STORY

Story: Terry Trecartin, Harbor of Hope
Prayer: Grace

SCRIPTURE READING

Bordes Henry-Saturne
1 Peter 1:13-16

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Come to Me” • Dan Forrest

MESSAGE

“A Banner Unfurled: Familiarity Breeds Contempt”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CONNECT CARD

 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Take Time to Be Holy”

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Christ We Shall Praise Well”  •  Johann Sebastian Bach

 

OPENING MUSIC

“Holy, Holy, Holy” • John Dykes

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

 

PRAISE

“God I Look To You”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

 

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Come to Me” • Dan Forrest

CHILDREN’S STORY

Story: Terry Trecartin, Harbor of Hope
Prayer: Grace

PRAISE

“Great Are You Lord”  •  “Here Again”  •  “God Is Good”

MESSAGE

“A Banner Unfurled: Familiarity Breeds Contempt”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

CONNECT CARD

 

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Take Time to Be Holy” / “Lord, You Are”

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“Holy, Holy, Holy” • Charles Gounod

 

Offering for July 5, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Growing up I was taught at an early age to show respect and honor to God and country.

For example, I was taught to never put anything on top of the Bible, because the Word of God is holy; and to never to let the flag of our country touch the ground, because people have sacrificed their lives for the liberty of our country. When it comes to tithes and offerings, we should always honor God by giving to Him the first part of our income and blessings; not what’s left after we have paid the bills.

Jesus addressed the concerns of people today, “For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you” (Matthew 6:32-33, NKJV).

The promise is that if we put Christ and His work first in everything, He will take care of all our needs. No need to be concerned about our food, clothing, or anything. God will surely come through and not only “add these things” but abundantly open the windows of heaven for us.

North American Division Stewardship Ministries

VBS at Niles Westside Church

Keepers of the Kingdom - Standing Strong in Today's Battle for Truth. July 14-18, from 9 - 11:45 AM at Niles Westside Adventist Church (1105 Grant St, Niles) for kids in Pre-K (age 4) - 6th grade. Please register early online at www.nileswestside.org. Email nileswestsidevbs@gmail.com or call 269-683-5998 with questions.