May 2026
Bible Hour: We are currently studying the book of Acts together. Join us from 9:30-10:30 am for this interactive Bible study where comments and questions are welcome from the congregation. We just covered Act chapter 6 which discusses the institution of the office of deacons, to deal with material needs in the church. We also saw that the tactics of those who opposed Stephen, the first martyr, included lying and deception.
We encourage you to come at 10:30 am and join us for coffee and snacks during our Fellowship Break which runs from 10:30 am to 11 am. This is a great time to get to know the church members at GABC.
During our Corporate Worship Service (11 am to noon) Pastor Matt is preaching through the book of Ephesians. We have been learning about our new self in Christ and the “uncomfortably specific” ways Paul instructs believers. In chapter 4: 26-5:4 Paul reminds Christians that they need to “put off” our old self and “put on” the new self with detailed specificity. Paul lists the necessity to speak truthfully, to be angry and not sin, and to stop stealing as clear examples of practical change. Pastor Matt reminded us not to underestimate the power of our old self at work in us but challenged us to dispense truth and grace to ourselves and others. It is important to stay alert to the needs of those around us, as suggested in Eph 4:28-29, so we can avoid being self-absorbed.