Sunday ABFs & Groups 9:00 am Victory, Rm. 3104 Family, Rm. 3105/06 BASE Camp (K-5th), Rm. 1102

10:30 am Converge, Rm. 2104 Horizons, Rm. 3105/06 Life Journey, Rm. 3104 Young Professionals, Rm. 3102 Fusion (HS Teens), Rm. 1122 Element (MS Teens), Rm. 1120 BASE Camp (K-5th), Rm. 1102

5:00 pm Fusion & Element, Floors 1 & 2

6:00 pm The Pursuers, Rm. 3105/06

OCTOBER 1, 2017

Are you a group leader or a group host at Bible Center Church? Do you lead or host an Adult Bible Fellowship (ABF), Community Group (CG), or one of our many ManUp! or Women's study groups? If not, are you curious about leading or hosting one in the future?

If so, you're invited to our Group Leadership Summit.

We're providing a day of training and encouragement for all current and future group leaders and hosts. Since groups are only as strong as their leaders, we want to equip you with the latest tips and ideas to lead your groups in care, outreach and discipleship. Think of the Group Leadership Summit as a learning lab! Led by Pastor Mike Graham.

There is no charge for the summit; however, registration is required. Sign up on BibleCenterchurch.com/register or on the app. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, so come hungry!

Dear Friends,

Our vision is to be a church Charleston can’t live without. (Note “a,” not “the.”)

Why is this so important to us? The following question drives us daily: “Are we doing so much ministry in the Kanawha Valley that this area would miss us if we were gone?”

Jesus said to His disciples, Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. According to our Lord, unbelievers can see God’s fingerprints in our good works.

Jesus certainly preached the gospel, but He also did good works. When He encountered blind people, they left with sight. When He encountered deaf people, they left hearing. He even saved a wedding party from disaster by creating a surprise wedding gift.

About 2,500 years ago, God sent a message to His people exiled in Babylon. They didn’t like Babylon. They didn’t agree with Babylon. Nevertheless, God said, Build houses and live in them; plant gardens and eat their produce... Multiply there, and do not decrease. Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare (Jeremiah 29:4-7).

In 1943, we launched under the name, “The City Bible Center.” That’s still our official name, but we do business as “Bible Center Church.” Join us to bless this community in greater ways in Jesus’ name!

For the city,

The Bible Center AppUse the free app to look up or register for an event, submit a prayer request, or

let us know you visited. Download it from your usual app store or go to BibleCenterChurch.com/app.

Weekly NewsletterIf you'd like updates on what's going on at Bible Center, go to BibleCenterChurch.com and enter your email address at the bottom of the page.

Questions &Registrations:

Call (304) 346-0431 Register on the Bible Center appSubmit a Connection Card Go to BibleCenterChurch.com/registerEmail a staffer at (username)@BibleCenterChurch.com

Men’s BreakfastTuesday, Oct. 3 • 7:30 AM • Shoney’s • Dutch treat • Guest speaker: Former BCC Pastor Bill Tanzey. All men are invited!

Anxious for Nothing StudyJoin us as we go through Max Lucado's Anxious for Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World on Oct. 3 at 6 PM in Rm. 3104. Additional class dates are Oct. 17, 31, and Nov. 14. Led by Jessica VonCrist.

Heart2Hand ProjectFriday, Oct. 6 • 6-8 PM • Gathering Space • Sign up by Wednesday, Oct. 4.

Baptism ClassMonday, Oct. 16 • 6:30 PM • Rm. 2104 •If you are interested in being baptized, we ask that you attend our Baptism Class. Come with your salvation testimony written out and bring a photo, or be prepared to have one taken. Our next baptism service will be at the church on Nov. 12. If you would like to know what baptism means, contact Pastor Richard (rthompson) or check the “Baptism” box on the Connection Card.

CCRA Basketball LeagueIt's time to think about basketball! The church league is for players in K-12th grade who are not on any middle or high school team. Register online or on the app through Oct. 22.CCRA Basketball Coaches NeededCoaches are needed for our K-12 church league, which will be forming soon. If you are interested in coaching grades K-2 or 3-5, contact Pastor Richard (rthompson). To coach grades 6-12, contact Pastor Matt (mgarrison).Save the Date: OWLSFriday, Oct. 20 • 5 PM • North Lawn • Hot dogs, hayrides, and campfire songs.

Follow Along While the Word Is Being ReadIf you'd like a Bible to follow readings, they are at the back of the Worship Center on either side.

All-In Email ListSign up for Pastor Matt's weekly "All-In" email update on the App under Events & Sign Up > Subscribe.

Cards for the MilitaryThe Care Ministry would love to send cards to service members. If you are a soldier, or know of one on active duty, fill out a Connection Card or email Wanda Casto (wandawv@frontier.com). Please include the soldier's name, rank & branch of the military, address, and birthday.T & T Nerf Wars (3rd-5th Grade)Friday, Oct. 20 • 7-9 PM • Rm. 1101 • $5 per clubber.

Support Our Adoptive/Foster FamiliesDo you care deeply about the children in foster care? Do you want to be an encouragement to the families doing foster care? Bible Center is planning to start a support group for these families. We are seeking:• Child care during meetings• Ideas and guest speakers• Sports coaches or craft/activity leaders• Other service providers who can help the

parents or children, e.g. hairstylists.If interested in helping in any way, sign up on the app or email Michelle Thompson (mthompson).

Prayer Group for Moms of High SchoolersWe would love to have you join us as we pray with passion, purpose, and persistence for our kids. Whether your teen is in public, private, boarding, or home school, you are welcome. The group meets during the school year on Fridays at 8:30 AM for about an hour at the home of Lisa Pack. Call her at (304) 552-4500.

Ladies Bible StudiesDisc erning the Voice of God by Priscilla

Shirer • Tuesdays through Oct. 31 • 9:30-11 AM • Led by Lisa Pack.

The Quest by Beth Moore • Thursdays through Oct. 26 • 6:45-8:15 PM • Led by Carolyn McMillen.

For more info, go to BibleCenterChurch.com/women or contact Paula Toney (ptoney).

Notes of Sympathy• To Merrill Bergstedt, whose brother, Alan

Bergstedt, passed away.• To Max Blair, whose wife, Carolyn Blair,

passed away.• To Charlene Halstead, whose husband,

Robert Halstead, passed away.• To Monika Witke, whose brother, Werner

Witke, passed away.

Welcome toBIBLE CENTER!

@biblecenter@pastormattbcc

Matt Friend, Senior Pastor

NEXT SUNDAY:

Putting Legalismin Its Place

Colossians 2:16-23

TODAY'S MESSAGE:

Putting Angels & Demonsin Their Place

Colossians 2:6-15

The Invisible War by Chip Ingram*Watch this book's video version by signing up for a free RightNow Media account at BibleCenterChurch.com/rightnow.

Putting Angels & Demons in Their PlaceColossians 2:6-15

Fifth in a 9-part series titled: Victorious: Christ Has Won!

Pastor Matt Friend – October 1, 2017

This Week’s Book Recommendation

What's God's invitation to me?

Walk in a relationship with Jesus. (v. 6)

How can I walk with Jesus?

1. Listen to Him (v. 7)

2. Be thankful for Him. (v. 7)

3. Guard the relationship from intruders. (v. 8)

Why is walking with Jesus so important? Because…

1. He is God. (v. 9)

2. His grace is amazing. (vv. 10-14)

3. He wins. (v. 15)

So, what's today's main encouragement?

Walk with Jesus every day. He's already cleared the way.