Welcome to the Lord’s day worship service at Grace Church.

We are truly blessed to be here this morning as we open God’s Word together, sing His praises,

and enjoy a time of fellowship in His presence.

Be sure to take advantage of the many fellowship and ministry

opportunities available to our church family today and

throughout the week.

John MacArthurPASTOR-TEACHER

Clayton Erb / Minister of Music

Vol. 19 No. 27

July 5, 2015

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Fugue in D Major • Bach • Stephen Sturz, Organist

Hymn 52 O God, Our Help in Ages Past • Congregation

Highland Hymn • Sproul-Lippencott

Worship Choir; Patrick D’Arcy, Uilleann Pipes; Tom Drake, Dulcimer

Battle Hymn of the Republic • Steffe/Wilhowsky • Worship Choir

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God • Luther/Krogstad • Philip Webb

Hymn 64 All Creatures of Our God and King • Congregation

MESSAGE: THE SURPASSING VALUE OF KNOWING CHRIST, PART 2 Mike Riccardi • Philippians 3:9–11

Sinfonia from Solomon • Handel • Organ Postlude

6:00 pm

Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us • Kingsbury/Erb • Clayton Erb, Organist

Songs of Praise • Congregation

Baptism

I Will Glory in My Redeemer • Cook • Offertory

MESSAGE: THE SUPREME EXCELLENCY OF JESUS CHRIST Michael Mahoney • Revelation 5:1–14

O for a Thousand Tongues • Gläzer/Erb • Clayton Erb

* Interpreting for the deaf is provided during the 10:30 a.m. service. Arabic translation for the 10:30 a.m. service is available at gracechurch.org/live.

Highland Hymn

Above the mists of Highland hills,E’en far above the clear blue skies,The end of pain and earthly illsWhen we shall see His eyes.

Lutes will sing, pipers playWhen we see Him face to face on that day.

His face now hidden from our sight,Concealed from ev’ry hidden gazeIn hearts made pure from sinful flightIs the bliss that will amaze.

Lutes will sing, pipers playWhen we see Him face to face on that day.

We know not yet what we will beIn Heaven’s final blessed state,But know we now that we shall seeOur Lord at Heaven’s gate.

The beatific glory viewThat now our souls still long to seeWill make us all at once anewAnd like Him forever be.

Lutes will sing, pipers playWhen we see Him face to face on that day!

©2014 Ligonier Ministries and Jeff Lippencott, Ciaos Tunes. UBP. CCLI Lic. 32723Words by R.C. Sproul; music by Jeff Lippencott

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• Adopt-a-Teen• Fundamentals of the Faith• Local Outreach

• Juniors Summer Event• Spanish Ministries (by the Chapel)

THE WELCOME CENTER hosts a reception for visitors following each Sunday-morning service. Enjoy refreshments and find helpful people with answers to any questions you have about our church. You’ll also receive one of Pastor MacArthur’s books as a thank you for being with us today.

THE MEMBER CENTER has information about membership and baptism. It is located on the north side of the Heritage Building, across from the Welcome Center.

Today’s Membership Class 101 • 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. • T66 (basement)

THE PRAYER ROOM is staffed with counselors, ready to offer pastoral care. It is open after every service, and is adjacent to the Worship Center.

Campus Ministries On GraceWalk

God Establishes the Priesthood

Leviticus 9:22–10:7

Man needs a mediator to come before God.

“Take My Life and Let It Be”

Why did God create the role of a priest?

By trusting only Jesus to bring him to God.

As a family, read Leviticus 9:22–10:7.

Leviticus 11–16

MESSAGE

PASSAGE

PRINCIPLE

HYMN OF THE MONTH

ASK YOUR CHILD

APPLY

THIS WEEK

NEXT WEEK

Generations of Grace Children’s Sunday SchoolThe following lesson was taught today in Sunday School (Preschool through Juniors)

On the Patio

Bookstore

The Bookstore is open after each service and during the week. It is located on the south side of the Worship Center.

HIGHLIGHT

RADIO gty.org/radioWhen Jesus Comes • KKLA 99.5 FM LOS ANGELES M–F 6:30 am & 7:30 pm • KDAR 98.3 FM OXNARD•VENTURA M–F 2:00 & 10:00 am; Sun 2:00 am

TELEVISION gty.org/television“Slaves for Christ” • NRB Network CHANNEL 378 ON DIRECTV Sunday 6:30 pm

ONLINE gty.org • Sunday sermons • Audio archive: John MacArthur’s pulpit ministry • Resource library: books, study guides, videos, Q&As

All audio is available for free listening or downloading.

Grace to You

SANCTIFICATION: THE CHRISTIAN’S PURSUIT OF GOD-GIVEN HOLINESSby Michael Riccardi

“Riccardi captures the biblical dynamic of sanctification.…This book is so needed. I eagerly commend it to every Christian reader.” —John MacArthur

Buy one for 25% off retail or two or more for 50% off

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TPlease pray for our teams as they prepare for, serve, and return from the field.For more information about Short-Term Ministries visit gracechurch.org/stm.

Team GermanyJuly 14–August 2Team Members: Sergio Cifuentes (team leader), Victoria Chien, Calvin Hu, Elizabeth Johnson, Lina Otero, Matthew WetmoreMissionary Hosts: Christian & Sheryl AndresenObjectives:• Helping the European Bible Training Institute with various projects• Helping Evangeliums Christiengemeinde church in Berlin conduct a three-day

children’s camp• Conducting ESL courses to establish relationships that lead to opportunities for

evangelism• Assisting our missionaries with community outreach and evangelism around a

new church plant

Team MexicoJuly 18–27Team Members: Isaias Godoy (team leader), Jeremy Birch, Megan Downer, Jackie Gaydos, Gabrielle Godoy, Hannah Kaya, Brennan Tisa, Ruth TisaMissionary Hosts: Luis & Robin Contreras, Ellen ParkerObjectives:• Encouraging and serving our missionaries• Teaching at a Vacation Bible School at Iglesia Cristiana Remanente

(Remnant Christian Church)• Conducting an evangelistic youth conference

Team Czech RepublicJuly 22–August 5Team Members: Luke Granlund (team leader), Psalm Chang, Sarah Hiura, Ruth Hodzi, Greg Keshishyan, Cadence McKinnon, Sosi Minasian, Dale Randell, Linda Randell, Connor Rhoden, Ashley SaundersMissionary Hosts: Lance & Sandy RobertsObjectives:• Teaching with excellence at an ESL camp• Developing relationships with campers of all ages• Ministering to campers at an evangelistic evening program

Team Japan 2July 23–August 11Team Members: Chris Underhill (team leader), Elkana Chan, Melanie Chan, Millie Chang, Kelly Chu, Trevor Guyle, Jacquelyn Perez, Tavia Sin, Michael Tsai, Ashley Wei, Matt YeeHost: Hamadera Bible ChurchObjectives: • Assisting Hamadera Bible Church with Vacation Bible School programs• Strengthening the church’s relationship with the community• Encouraging church members to grow in discipleship relationships and Christian

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Sundays IN JULY 8:30 a.m.

Couching the TruthWhy Psychology Cannot Fix People’s Deepest ProblemsBill Shannon, Family Center 1

Lessons from the Life of Noah, Part 1How to Be Blameless in a Perverse WorldScott Basolo, Family Center 2

The Church Faces up to Alzheimer’s and DementiaMinistering to the Family George Crawford, Rick McLean, Family Center 3

In the Presence of GodAn Intimate Walk for the Sake of Your Family and ChurchCarl Hargrove, T260s

Why We’re Not Roman CatholicA Biblical Response to an Apostate MovementNathan Busenitz, T360s

No CondemnationA Courtroom Perspective on Romans 8:1Carlos Chung, T370s

10:30 a.m.

Manners in Ministry to the Sick and DyingJon Scott, Phil Manly, Family Center 1

Where Is God in the Proverbs?Living Wisely According to His AttributesRodney Andersen, Family Center 2

Route 66Sixty-six Books in Sixty-six Minutes!Andrew Curry, Family Center 3

The Dusty DozenDiscovering Major Truth in the Minor ProphetsIrv Busenitz, T260s

Parenting Prodigals, Part 1Why Children RebelJohn Street, T360s

American IdolsEntertainment, Escapism, and the Cult of CelebrityTom Patton, T370s

TODAY

During the month of July our regular Sunday morning Adult Fellowship Groups will be on hiatus. Designed to be a time of refreshment as well as an opportunity to fellowship with the larger Grace Church family, this four-week break will also give our congregation the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of teaching options across campus.

Six different classes will be offered during the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. services each Sunday in July. Open to everyone, these classes will cover a broad range of topics and will be taught by our pastors, elders, and teachers.

The normal Fellowship Group schedule will resume in August. Our prayer is that you will return refreshed and renewed as we anticipate what the Lord will do in you and through you in the ministry year ahead.

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Local Outreach Spotlight Fundamentals of the FaithDesigned to equip you with a solid foundation in God’s Word, Fundamentals of the Faith is a 16–20-week course that teaches the basic doctrines of the Bible. Learn about the attributes of God, the person and work of Jesus Christ, and many other foundational biblical truths. Classes are available during both Sunday morning services, as well as on select weekday evenings. To sign up, visit the table on GraceWalk on Sunday mornings.

Faith PromiseLast week you generously gave $13,935. Thank you for your ongoing support of our missionary families.

Regen 2015High School Summer Camp • July 20–24

Register at CampRegen.com/180.

Adopt-A-TeenBless a high school student at Camp Regeneration this summer. Pick up a camp carton or scholarship envelope from the patio table this morning or call 818-909-5593 for more information.

Camp Grace Volunteers NeededJuly 20–25

Our annual summer camp for the developmentally disabled includes tent camping, sightseeing, and other activities. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve and make a spiritual impact on our disabled people.

For more information about serving in Special Ministries, call 818-909-5519.

Job OpportunityWeb Developer/Programmer. The Grace Church IT Department has an opening for a Web developer/programmer. Must be proficient in HTML/CSS, object-oriented programming (C#, Java, VB, Ruby), server-side scripting (ASP, PHP), and relational databases (SQL, MySQL, MS-Access). A degree in Computer or Information Science or equivalent experience preferred. Experience with .NET a plus.

Applicants for employment must be, if employed, biblically qualified as a deacon or deaconess and a member of Grace Church. For more information or to request an application, contact Human Resources at HR@gracechurch.org or 818-909-5672.

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CommunionJuly 12 • 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes. —1 Corinthians 11:26

Junior High Summer CampJuly 31–August 4 • Hartland Christian Camp

Register at XCHANGEMinistry.com.

Attend a Fellowship GroupAdult fellowship groups exist to glorify God by studying His Word, practically applying that truth to daily life, and providing God’s people with opportunities for worship, ministry, and building relationships with each other.

Times and locations of fellowship groups are listed on the back page of Grace Today.

I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart;I will tell of all Your wonders.I will be glad and exult in You;I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.

—Psalm 9:1–2

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The Guild (Single adults)T361Pastor: Don Carr

Monday Morning Prayer GroupWelcome Center

8:30 a.m.Children’s Sunday SchoolVisit the Welcome Centerfor room locations. Pastor: Mike Johnston

Cornerstone(All ages) T371Pastors: Nathan Busenitz, Justin Harris, Mark Tatlock

Doulos (Young families & singles) T361Pastor: Carl Hargrove

FaithBuilders (All ages) T261Pastor: Bill Shannon

GraceLife (All ages)Family CenterPastors: Phil Johnson,Mike Riccardi

Junior High (Grades 7–8)T73 (Basement)Pastor: Andrew Curry

Mentally DisabledCC130 (east)Pastor: Rick McLean

Spanish Adult Sunday School H221-222 Teachers: Josiah Grauman, Angel Cardoza

Spanish Worship ServiceChapelPastors: Henry Tolopilo,Michael Mahoney

10:30 a.m.Children’s Sunday SchoolVisit the Welcome Centerfor room locations. Pastor: Mike Johnston

Crossroads(College & young adults)Family CenterPastor: Austin Duncan

High School (Grades 9–12)T73 (Basement)Pastor: Josh Petras

Joint Heirs (All ages) T261Pastors: Tom Patton, John Street

Mainstream (All ages) T361Pastor: Rich Gregory

Mentally DisabledCC130 (east)Pastor: Rick McLean

Sojourners (All ages) T371Pastor: William Varner

Spanish Adult Sunday School H221–222Teachers: Josiah Grauman, Ruben Pidal

Spanish Worship ServiceChapelPastors: Henry Tolopilo,Michael Mahoney

5:00 p.m.Sunday Night Prayer GroupGrace Grill(next to the Children’s Center)

6:00 p.m.Discovery (Grades 1–6)Family CenterDiscovery Kids (Ages 3–5)CC134-136

5:00 p.m.Neighborhood OutreachT273

Visit our website at

MINISTRY DIRECTORY

Administration818-909-5500

Children818-909-5631

Equipping818-909-5671

Membership818-909-5644

Men818-909-5537

Outreach818-909-5700

Pastoral Care & Counseling818-909-5537

Prayer818-909-5519

Spanish818-909-5722

Special Ministries818-909-5519

Student818-909-5593

Women818-909-5521

8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

12:30 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

Fridays 7:30 p.m.

Mondays 9:00 a.m.

Building Abbreviation KeyT = Tower H = Heritage CC = Children’s Center

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