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

Saturday, June 04, 2022

OPENING MUSIC

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Max Reger

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

“STRONG DELIVERER”: A HYMN CYCLE

“God the Omnipotent! King, Who Ordainest” 84, st. 1, 3-4
“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” • 191, st. 1-3
“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” • 538

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

“Lead Me, Lord” • 691

CHILDREN’S STORY

“Preludes on Proverbs: Faith” • Kenneth Logan

SCRIPTURE READING

Brittany Ronto Dronen, Pioneer Member
Ephesians 6:11-13

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Blessed Are Those” • Benjamin Harlan

MESSAGE

“Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho: When the Lesser Meets the Greater”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Sound the Battle Cry” • 614

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“The Whole Armor of God” • Kenneth Logan

 

OPENING MUSIC

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” • Max Reger

WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

PRAISE

“I Surrender”
“I Surrender All”

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER

Rodlie Ortiz, Associate Pastor

WORSHIP IN MUSIC

“Blessed Are Those” • Benjamin Harlan

CHILDREN’S STORY

“Preludes on Proverbs: Faith” • Kenneth Logan

PRAISE

“Build My Life”
“Worthy Is The Lamb”

MESSAGE

“Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho: When the Lesser Meets the Greater”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF COMMITMENT

“Sound the Battle Cry” • 614

BENEDICTION

 

CLOSING MUSIC

“The Whole Armor of God” • Kenneth Logan

 

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.