Love That Lasts: When Marriage Meets Grace
by Gary and Beth Ricucci
"Love That Lasts is thoroughly biblical, very practical, and quite convicting. The Ricuccis do not write from an ivory-tower mind-set but from the experience of working through to a successful marriage in their own lives. Every Christian couple should benefit from this book."
—Jerry Bridges, author, The Pursuit of Holiness
"If you knew Gary and Betsy like I do, if you could see them together and feel the warmth, respect, and deep romantic love that they have for one another, you would snatch up this book and read it just to learn all you could from them. I recommend that you do so! They live what they write about, and that's what makes their book so compelling."
—Joshua Harris, Senior Pastor, Covenant Life Church, Gaithersburg, Maryland
When Sinners Say "I Do"
By Dave Harvey
Marriage is the union of two people who arrive at the altar toting some surprisingly large luggage. Often it gets opened right there on the honeymoon, sometimes it waits for the week after. The Bible calls it sin and understanding its influence can make all the difference for a man and woman who are building a life together. When Sinners Say "I Do" is about encountering the life-transforming power of the gospel in the unpredictable journey of marriage.
Dave's writing style embraces the reader as he speaks honestly, and sometimes humorously, about sin and the power of the gospel to overcome it. He opens the delightful truth of God s word and encourages the reader to see more clearly the glorious picture of what God does when sinners say "I do."
40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible
By Robert L. Plummer
"Aristotle once said that those who wished to succeed must ask the right preliminary questions. Plummer asks forty of them. Even better: he answers them, providing beginning students with all they need to know about biblical interpretation in general and the specific kinds of texts found in the Old and New Testaments in particular to begin interpreting the Bible profitably."
--Kevin J. Vanhoozer, Blanchard Professor of Theology, Wheaton College
"Well written and carefully researched, I believe 40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible is an invaluable resource for anyone who has serious questions about the Holy Scriptures."
--Daniel Akin, President, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
"How appropriate that Plummer's 40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible is itself eminently understandable, crystal clear, and thoroughly engaging. The organization and breadth of coverage makes this book both a delight to read and highly instructive. Each chapter concludes with reflection questions and suggested resources for further study. I can't imagine a more helpful introduction to the subject of biblical interpretation than Plummer has produced."
--Bruce A. Ware, Professor of Christian Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
"Nuanced sufficiently for seminary courses and accessible enough for church groups, 40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible helpfully acquaints students and church leaders alike to central principles of biblical interpretation and related matters like inspiration, canon, translation, and current discussions. This warm and engaging work would make a superb textbook for university and seminary courses on biblical interpretation."
--Christopher W. Morgan, Professor of Theology, California Baptist University
"Read this excellent primer and read the Bible better as a result."
--Darrell Bock, Research Professor of New Testament Studies, Dallas Theological Seminary
"It is a wonderful thing to teach a person the Bible. It is even more wonderful to teach people how to study the Bible for themselves. Plummer has given us a helpful survey relative to how to understand the Bible. You will profit greatly from his insights."
--Jerry Vines, Pastor-Emeritus, First Baptist Church, Jacksonville, FL
"40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible is a condensed discussion of a wide variety of important issues for the beginning student in the area of biblical studies. The question-answer format is a nice way to pique the students' interest and provide an answer to their questions at the same time."
--Paul D. Wegner, Professor of Old Testament, Phoenix Seminary
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God Wrote a Book
By James MacDonald
"God wrote a book." There is something very powerful in that simple statement. The book, of course, is the Bible, and because God is its author, it's the most important work ever written. Millions across the world agree with that, yet many believe it only conceptually, doubting that the words of the Bible are in fact the very words of God.
Pastor James MacDonald addresses today's disturbing trend away from taking God's Word seriously. He clarifies the misconceptions that surround the infallibility, reliability, and historicity of the Bible and explains why he believes it is the inspired Word of God, how it originated, what the Bible is good for, and its benefits to us. Written to believers and non-believers who have questions, this book on the Good Book has the answers.
David's Greatest Hits
Pat Nemmers
AM Service
Selected Psalms
http://saylorvillechurch.com/audio/sermons/06-13-10_AM_-_Pat_Nemmers_-_Davids_Greatest_Hits.mp3
Trent Smith Concert - June 27th
Trent Smith, a former Music Pastor at Saylorville, will be doing a concert on June 27th at 6:00pm. It will last until approximately 7:30pm and will be held in the main auditorium. We have an outdoor celebration service scheduled that day so there will be no other evening activities. The concert is free and open to anyone. We will be taking up a free will offering at the end of the service and Trent will have CDs available. Check out the video below for a preview.
The Heart of a Servant and the Life of Prayer
What does it look like to have a servant's heart at home? At work? In the church? In the world? Pastor Abe Miller teaches us about what makes the heart of a servant and outlines practical ways to make an impact for Christ through serving others. And in the second half of this module, Pastor Chuck De Cleene and others will equip you practically to develop a life of dependent prayer. Teaching from both Biblical principles and personal example, they will instruct you on the life of prayer.
This class meets Sunday nights at 5:30 in the fellowship hall and is taught by Abe Miller & Chuck De Cleene.
Parenting: The Teenage Years
The teenage years are full of exciting changes, huge growth, and new opportunities for teens. And the teenage years are also filled with sleepless nights, worry, and struggle for any parent. As a parent, how will you deal with the changes that are coming? What are key principles for navigating the tumultuous teenage years with wisdom and love? Pastor Kevin Thomas, our Counseling Pastor, and Pastor Brad Pausley, our Student Ministries Pastor, are teaming up to equip parents to seize the incredible opportunities of parenting in the teenage years.
This class meets Sunday nights at 5:30 in the Coffee Cove and is taught by Kevin Thomas.
Van Rheenens
Justin and Terase Van Rheenen will be moving to Traverse City, Michigan in the next few weeks. Terase has accepted the Office Manager position at Lake Ann Camp. Justin and Terase server in many areas here at Saylorville. Justin plays drums & leads our middle school youth on Wednesday nights. Terase helps in youth group and children's ministries. This will leave many areas to serve so please let us know if you're willing. Also be praying for them to sell their home here and for Justin to find a job in Michigan. We thank them for their years of service here and pray for God's leading in their future.
There will be a going away party on June 5th from 3pm-5pm at the church. Check out the Facebook Event for more details.