March 29, 2026
Never say Never
When spoken by man, “never” does not always mean not-ever. Often our good intentions are thwarted by unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. Too frequently we are unfaithful to our promises, or we find ourselves simply lacking the ability to fulfill them. These things are never true of God, not-ever. When God says “never”, you can trust Him with the eternal destiny of your immortal soul. Never will there be unforeseen circumstances to the One who controls everything. Never will He be unfaithful to His promises. Never will He lack the power to fulfill everything He has promised. Let us rest our hearts in just a few of God’s “nevers”. I will never break my covenant with you. Jud. 2:1. I will never leave thee nor forsake thee. Josh. 1:5. They shall never perish neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. Jn. 10:28. All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and he that cometh to me I will in “no wise” (never) cast out. Jn. 6:37. Never man spake like this man. Jn 7:46. Let us say with the psalmist; I will never forget thy precepts for with them thou hast quickened me. Whosoever liveth and believeth on me shall never die. Believest thou this? Jn. 11:26. ~GE
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And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power (Colossians 2:10)
The believer is perfect in Christ, but in himself is a poor, feeble creature, ever liable to fall. Oh, the blessedness of having One who can manage all his affairs for him at the right hand of the Majesty in the Heavens: One who upholds him continually by the right hand of His righteousness: One who will never let him go: One who is able to save to the uttermost: One who is the same yesterday, today and forever: One who will bear him triumphantly through all the difficulties and dangers that surround him and finally, present him faultless before the presence of His Glory with exceeding joy. Blessed forever be the grace that has made such ample provision for all our sins in the Blood of a spotless lamb and the intercession of a Divine High Priest. ~Scott Richardson
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“Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed: and that no man can say that Jesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost.” I Cor. 12:3.
Celebrations In Heaven
Birthdays and wedding anniversaries are celebrated occasions. But these earthly celebrations will not continue in heaven. Birthdays are not celebrated in heaven. Earthly birthdays are not celebrated in heaven because in that place “the former things have passed away” (Revelation 21:4). Heavenly birthdays are not celebrated in heaven because no one is born there. Furthermore, there is no calendar in heaven to mark such occasions, because there is no succession of days and years in that place, but rather one everlasting day without a night (Revelation 21:25; 22:5). Wedding anniversaries are not celebrated in heaven. Marriages cease when one of the spouses dies (Romans 7:2). One’s spouse on earth is not his/her spouse in heaven (Matthew 22:23-30). Marriages are not performed in heaven (ibid). The only marriage in heaven is between Jesus Christ and His wife the church (Revelation 19:7-9; see Ephesians 5::22-32). The only celebration in heaven is of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And it will continue through all eternity. ~Daniel Parks
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A man once said, “The early Christians did not say in dismay, Look what the world has come to; but rather in delight, Look WHO has come into the world!” Perhaps we need to be more like those early Christians. While it is impossible for those who walk in the light to ignore or be indifferent toward the “works of darkness,” yet we should fix our hearts upon Zion’s King, the Lord Jesus Christ, and rejoice with thanksgiving that such an One came into this sinful world and performed such an amazing, effectual work of love for those who were His natural enemies.
~Maurice Montgomery
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If the possession of heaven could be obtained with only a single act of goodness - never to all eternity should I find it. “When I would do good, evil is present with me.” Oh! Then for grace to know Thee, to love Thee, to follow Thee, as my only good; my hope, my righteousness, my portion forever! ~Robert Hawker
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I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD. Our feet shall stand within thy gates, O Jerusalem. Jerusalem is builded as a city that is compact together: Whither the tribes go up, the tribes of the LORD, unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the name of the LORD. Ps 122:1-4.
CALL TO WORSHIP
Glory to God on High!
Let earth to Heav’n reply, Praise ye His Name!
Angels His love adore, Who all our sorrow bore
And saints cry evermore, WORTHY THE LAMB!
All they around the Throne
Cheerfully join in one, Praising His Name!
We who have known His blood, Sealing our peace with God
Sound His dear Name abroad, WORTHY THE LAMB!
Then when we change our place
Yet shall we never cease, Praising His Name!
To Him our tribute bring, Hail Him our Sovereign King
And without ceasing sing, WORTHY THE LAMB!
(Tune: “Come Thou Almighty King” p. 6)
NURSERY
This Week 10:00 Christine 10:45 Grace
Next Week 10:00 Renae 10:45 Lauren
Birthdays
Mar 29 Cadence Wiginton
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GGC Vacation Bible School: June 11th – 12th.
9:30 to 11:45 am Age 3 to 12 years old
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Upcoming Bible Conferences
April 3-5 Katy Baptist Church, Fairmont, WV
May 8-10 Hurricane Road Grace Church, Ashland, KY
June 5-7 Oley Grace Church, Oley, PA