Part 4: Together as One

1. UNITY FOCUSED: Phil. 1:27-2:2
   1. Stand firm in one Spirit.
   2. Strive together as one for the faith of the gospel.
   3. Be like-minded.
   4. Have the same love.
   5. Be one in spirit and of one mind.
2. GOSPEL SUBMISSION: In your relationships, have the same mindset as Jesus: Phil. 2:3-11
   1. Being God, he did not use that to his advantage.
   2. Made himself nothing, taking the role of servant.
   3. Became a man and became obedient to death.
3. HOW DO WE DO IT? Phil 1:27-2:4, 12-15
   1. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.
   2. In humility value others above yourselves.
   3. Don’t look out for your own interests but each to the interest of the others.
   4. Work out your salvation with fear and trembling.
   5. Do everything without arguing or complaining.
   6. Become blameless and pure.
4. 8 WAYS TO SUBMIT TO A LOCAL CHURCH:
   1. Publicly: Formally by being baptized into and joining a local church. Acts 2:38-41
   2. Physically: By meeting together regularly. Heb. 10:24-25, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 20:7, 1 Cor. 16:2
   3. Socially: Churches should be more than social clubs, but they shouldn’t be less. James 4:4, 1 Cor. 15:33
   4. Affectionately: Sharing in grief, celebrating in victories! 1 Cor. 12:25-26, Rom. 12:10
   5. Financially: Contribute generously, seeing that as your greatest investment. 2 Cor 8 & 9, Mt. 6:19               1 Tim. 6:17-19
   6. Vocationally: View all your work as your worship and calling. Gen. 1:28, Col. 3:23-24
   7. Ethically: Christians should look to the church for ethical instructions, counsel, accountability, and discipline in matters that are addressed by God’s Word. Gal. 6:1, Jude 23, Mt 18:15-20
   8. Spiritually: Through use of gifts, encouragement, and prayer. 1 Cor. 12:7, Eph. 4:29-32, Col. 4:2

NEXT SUNDAY: Next Sunday, Join us for a special message called “Two Paths.” Everyone you meet is on one or the other, come and discover the difference! See you next Sunday.  
THANKS FOR COMING! We’re glad you are here, and we hope you’ll make yourself right at home. If you are visiting with us today, we would love for you to fill out a Connection Card and place it in the offering box; or you can scan the QR code and fill it out that way! Also, please feel free to pick up a Welcome Bag on the back table. We hope you are inspired and encouraged today!
STEP 1: BLUEPRINT FOR BELONGING. Sunday, Nov 24th at 12:30 is our introduction to The Connection. We will get to know one another and learn about the blueprint for our church. Lunch is included. Please mark your connection card.
STEP 2: MEMBERSHIP CLASS: Next Sunday, November 3rd after our church service from 12:30 to 2:30. This is where we really get to know each other and we lock arms as God’s Embassy in Kissimmee and Saint Cloud.
YOUTH TRIP: Mobile, AL June 16-21st. Sign up by February 15, 2025. $529.00
DREAMCENTER TRIP: Los Angeles, CA July 14th-20th. Must be 13 y/o. Sign up by January 15th, 2025. $1,250.00
CUBA TRIP: November 1st-7th. All ages. Sign up by May 15th, 2025. $1,649.00

MEMBERSHIP REFRESHER CLASS: TODAY, Oct. 27th after church at 12:30. This class is for our existing members to regroup and recommit. Looking forward to being with you today!  lunch and child-care will be provided.
YOUTH CONNECT: Right here from 4-6:00. Youth band will be playing with special guest speaker, Marty Mann!
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: Check out the display in the lobby and grab a box for an opportunity to impact a child this Christmas!
THE CONNECTION MOTORCYCLE RIDE: Calling all motorcycle riders! Join us on November 17th at 3pm for an afternoon ride and a stop for dinner.
BAPTISM CELEBRATION: Sunday, Dec 8th. If you have put your trust in Christ, then the next step for you is baptism. Let’s celebrate together. Ou can sign up on our App or fill out a Connection Card. We would love to answer any questions for you about baptism.