What is the ultimate purpose of our salvation? According to the Apostle Paul, it is “so that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 2:7). When God saves us, his purpose is about His glory, and thus extends through all eternity, which Paul calls “in the coming ages.”
Friends, if God has brought you from death to life through the death, resurrection, and ascension of His Son, He isn’t going to let you go!! We will be recipients of His grace and kindness for all eternity! And, it is all about God and His glory. It is NOT about us!!
Martyn Lloyd-Jones pointed out in his commentary, God’s Way of Reconciliation, “Salvation vindicates the greatness and the character of God in a special way and in a manner in which nothing else does.” Satan’s object in tempting Adam and Eve was to detract from the glory and majesty of God. It is amazing, but if you are a follower of Jesus, you will play a part in displaying the immeasurable riches of God’s grace throughout eternity! The Apostle Paul goes to great lengths to show us that because our salvation is all about God, there is eternal hope for all who are dead in their sins!! People cannot raise themselves. Only God is in the business of raising the dead! My prayer is that we will not only become more aware of our sinfulness and unworthiness and cling to the Cross, but we will also be about the business of sharing with our neighbors, co-workers, and others that the only hope we have is in responding to Jesus’ call to follow Him.
So, the ultimate purpose of our salvation is to “show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.” It is all about God and His glory through all eternity!
Worship
Sunday Morning Bible Study Class
Our Adult Bible Study class will meet this Sunday at 9:15 a.m. in the large Sunday school room. Please join Janet Coiner and others for a wonderful time around God’s Word!! Our study this Sunday is an “Introduction to Ephesians.” Please bring your Bible.
Tithes & Offerings
An offering box is available as you enter or exit the sanctuary. Additionally, Online Giving
Session Highlights
Our Session met on Thursday, June 16th at 5:00 p.m. The following are some of the highlights:
- We gathered around God’s Word and corporate prayer. Ruling Elder Richard Ammons led a discussion of “…be doers of the word and not hearers only”, from James 1:19-27
- Session welcomed the three newly elected Ruling Elders who began attending without a vote as a means to gain familiarity with our processes and methods
- Session met with guest Blake Porter, representing a cross-generational and gender task team focused on “Are we going to be on this campus in 3 to 5 years?” and “Why?”. Stay tuned for more details…
- The Pastor’s Report, the Clerk’s Report, and the Financial Review were presented and discussed, with no action being necessary.
- Elder Bob Simmons, representing the Pastor Search Committee, brought Session up to date in specific terms regarding the potential candidate the committee wishes to secure, and with Pastor Glen meeting with Bob and Elder Richard Ammons about Glen’s announced retirement., along with the status of securing a Transitional Pastor from the EPC for our church.
- The new website vendor has provided a link for the Session and committee to examine as we move closer to go-live
- Approved upgrading the new coffee nook area with a wall monitor scrolling announcement/activities (along with other monitors throughout the church) and purchase nook furnishings (stand-up tables, etc)
- Approved the purchase of metal name tags for members/regular attenders
- Reciprocity of parking with Willis Family Dentistry “went live” for his staff during the week, and Hope on his lot on Sundays.
- Agreed to provide a contingency plan for mowing/trimming grass areas should it become necessary
- Authorized a free will offering system on Communion Sundays for the Compassion and Care ministry
- Ruling Elder-elect Bill Watkins will be looking at establishing an endowment fund(s) at Hope CC
Budget Update
Total Tithes/Offerings for May: $27,499.55 YTD: $157,348.07
Total Expenses for May: $16,632.05 YTD: $100,115.52
Golden Oldies
Mission Corner
ComfortCare Baby Bottle Campaign
This year, our congregation donated $1,979.88 to the 2025 Baby Bottle Campaign. The Grand Total donated for 2025 was $177,356.03. Praise God for such a tremendous campaign!
Prayer Room
The Prayer Room is an outreach ministry in downtown Waynesboro that cares for people practically and shares the good news of Jesus Christ! We are collecting personal hygiene products and wrapped food items to support this ministry. Donations can be brought to the church and given to the Prayer Room.
Love INC
We are collecting household cleaning products (laundry detergent, dish soap, all-purpose cleaners) from April through June for Love INC.
The Missions Team actively keeps in touch with our missionaries and other ministries. Please keep updated! You can visit our website and go to the Mission Page
June Birthdays
Paige Holder (6/24); Phyllis Plyler (6/25); Brenda Daniels (6/30)
