P___________________ – “At this, the man’s ears were opened, his tongue was loosened and he began to speak plainly.” (7:35) Ask God to do what only God can do!

Pastor Mark Krieger

August 27, 2017

Serve – Mark 7:31-37, Mark 10:45 “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45

If they are sick, ask God to heal them. If there is an addiction, ask God to free them. If they have a relationship that is hopeless, ask God to bring reconciliation.

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BLESS – These five missional practices are basically living like Jesus. Living like Jesus will enable you to BLESS people in greater ways than ever before!

How did Jesus serve people? – Mark 7:31-37 P___________________ – “There some people brought to Him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk…” (7:32)

Generations Connection discusses the message topic Sundays at 10:00 AM in Pearson Hall. Message notes are also available as a YouVersion Bible App “Event” and on YouTube.

Are you in the place God wants you to be?

P___________________ – “After he took him aside, away from the crowd…” (7:33)

CORE SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES 50/50 Prayer--Reach Out • Looking for a place to serve? Want to focus your prayers? Consider our local partners: Vine House, Modesto Gospel Mission, Modesto Pregnancy Center, Christian Berets, and Youth For Christ.

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Jesus understands the man’s needs. First, seek to understand. Don’t assume you know the whole story.

P___________________ – “He looked up to heaven and with a deep sigh said to him, ‘Ephphatha!’ (which means ‘Be opened!’).” (7:34) Whoever we are called to serve, we need to feel their pain.

Ask God to get you out of your comfort zone for the sake of His glory.

50/50 Prayer--Reach In • Praise God for the many new faces we are seeing here on Sunday mornings! By your words and actions, welcome them into the MCC family! • Pray for healing and recovery for Hazel Flora, Don Smith, Jeannette Roddy, and Dorothy Phifer.

Bible Reading--“Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly...” Exodus 1:8-2:10; Psalm 124; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20 Key Verse for 2017: “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Mark 10:14