Every month the Pentecostals of Sydney have a handout detailing the upcoming events and programs.
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august 2015 Hello and welcome to The Pentecostals of Sydney where you can experience new life in Christ! UPSTREAM We are living in a culture that is headed in the wrong direction; who’s values and perspectives are in opposition to the laws and principles of God’s Word. As the world’s inhabitants are flowing with the current of this prevailing culture, we, as Christians, are called to live a life that is ‘counter-cultural’ to that. This is a difficult and taxing prospect but is nonetheless mandatory for the child of God. This can be compared to the Atlantic salmon that when it comes time to spawn it’s offspring, it finds it’s way from the ocean to a river and begins to swim ‘upstream’ in an effort to get to it’s destination. It swims, jumps and struggles with all of it’s energy against the strong currents moving rapidly in the opposite direction. When it has reached it’s spawning waters, releases it’s eggs and then out of sheer exhaustion, it dies. Christianity is fraught with immense struggles, particularly against the tide of the post-modern world, where spiritual truth is considered relative, sin is merely an alternative lifestyle and to stand for the teachings of Scripture is condemned and ridiculed. However, we must ‘swim upstream’ and be determined to use all of our efforts and resources to ensure that we get to our destination. Not only do we have to endure the world but we also wrestle against our own flesh that again is inclined to go towards only one direction, sin. Paul tells us in Romans 7:18 that in our flesh dwells no good thing, but it is inclined to do evil. Our spirit must walk against this natural tendency in order to live a life free from the bondage of sin. Thanks be to God who gives us the victory. So swim upstream saints of God, even though at times it seems there’s little progress and you feel like your swimming on the spot. Give it everything you’ve got, knowing that your God will never allow you to go through that which you can not handle. We will get to our destination. Mat 16:24 - 26 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? God bless you, Pastor Stan Harvey August Handout Guide Page 2. Upcoming Events Page 3. Calendar Page 4. POS Ministries
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Hello and welcome to The Pentecostals of Sydney where you can experience new life in Christ!
UPSTREAM
We are living in a culture that is headed in the wrong direction; who’s values and perspectives are in opposition to the laws and principles of God’s Word. As the world’s inhabitants are flowing with the current of this prevailing culture, we, as Christians, are called to live a life that is ‘counter-cultural’ to that. This is a difficult and taxing prospect but is nonetheless mandatory for the child of God.
This can be compared to the Atlantic salmon that when it comes time to spawn it’s offspring, it finds it’s way from the ocean to a river and begins to swim ‘upstream’ in an effort to get to it’s destination. It swims, jumps and struggles with all of it’s energy against the strong currents moving rapidly in the opposite direction. When it has reached it’s spawning waters, releases it’s eggs and then out of sheer exhaustion, it dies.
Christianity is fraught with immense struggles, particularly against the tide of the post-modern world, where spiritual truth is considered relative, sin is merely an alternative lifestyle and to stand for the teachings of Scripture is condemned and ridiculed. However, we must ‘swim upstream’ and be determined to use all of our efforts and resources to ensure that we get to our destination.
Not only do we have to endure the world but we also wrestle against our own flesh that again is inclined to go towards only one direction, sin. Paul tells us in Romans 7:18 that in our flesh dwells no good thing, but it is inclined to do evil. Our spirit must walk against this natural tendency in order to live a life free from the bondage of sin. Thanks be to God who gives us the victory.
So swim upstream saints of God, even though at times it seems there’s little progress and you feel like your swimming on the spot. Give it everything you’ve got, knowing that your God will never allow you to go through that which you can not handle. We will get to our destination.
Mat 16:24 - 26Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
God bless you,! ! !Pastor Stan Harvey
August Handout Guide
Page 2. Upcoming EventsPage 3. Calendar
Page 4. POS Ministries
The POS OnlineThere are many different ways to connect with the POS online. Here are a few:
1. The POS BlogWe have designed a blog to keep you up-to-date with everything that is happening at the POS. If you subscribe to our blog you will be sent an email whenever there is a new post so you won't miss out on anything!
2. Social MediaNearly everybody has a Facebook page or Twitter account. We have found that it is a great way to keep people informed and connected throughout the week.Twitter - POSydneyFacebook - The Pentecostals of Sydney
3. PodcastOn our weekly podcast you will be able to watch and listen to sermons from past weeks as well as watch services LIVE online.
4. POSydney AppThe POSydney app is cool! You are able to connect to our Facebook, Blog, YouTube Channel, and Podcast. You can get directions to church and even watch our services LIVE within the app! It’s available on Android and iPhone.
5. YouTube ChannelWant to share your experience at the POS with your friends? We have videos from many guest speakers as well as from our pastors. Enjoy songs from the POS Choir and ReWired Youth Choir.
Our website: www.pentecostalsofsydney.com
New to the POS?Thank you for being our guest today. We are so delighted and privileged that you came! We would like to give you a gift in appreciation for your visit. Please visit the Welcome Desk to pick up your gift.
National Men’s Camp 201521 - 23 August 2015Stanwell Tops Conf Centre$165 per person
Men from across the country will be coming together in Stanwell Tops for a weekend of preaching, teaching, worship and fellowship. Men’s Camp will be a blessing to your life. Register today!
Guest Speaker Rev Art Hodges is the Senior Pastor of South Bay UPC in Chula Vista, CA, USA. He is a gifted biblical teacher and preacher.
Registrations close 12 August 2015
Family SundaySun, 30 August 201510am service only
When there are five Sundays in one month we combine Morning and Evening Worship. Family Sunday is designed to give you a rest as well as time with your family.
Family Sunday is also a great chance for the whole POS to come together. We believe that the church is a family, we are all sons and daughters of God, so this will be a wonderful time for the POS "Family" to spend
together in worship of our Lord and Saviour!
Turning Point 2015Thu, 24 - Sun, 27 September 2015$20 per person | $40 per family
The Pentecostals of Sydney invites you to Turning Point 2015. This conference will be an incredible time in the presence of God. It will be a weekend that will focus on apostolic ministry and lifestyle that will change your life, and empower you to change the world!
Sunday SchoolSunday school operates every Sunday morning following the
worship service. We have classes that accommodate children from 4 to 12 years old. Classes are always fun and
exciting so make sure your children are getting the most out of the their visit to the POS.
Life StudiesLife Studies are an enjoyable, non-threatening way to learn more about the Bible. We can meet with you in your home, our home, or a coffee shop. The studies are less than an hour but have the power to change your life. Contact one of our hosts if you would like to start a Life Study.
THE PENTECOSTALS OF SYDNEY
24-26 HARP STREETCAMPSIE, NSW 2194
PH: 02 9718 8086FAX: 02 9718 2679
WWW.PENTECOSTALSOFSYDNEY.COM
Home GroupsThese groups meet during the week in homes all across Sydney’s many suburbs. Here is a list of the suburbs we are currently holding groups:
If you would like to join the Home Group nearest you please see one of our friendly hosts and they will assist you.
DIRECT CREDIT TITHES AND OFFERING TO THE PENTECOSTALS OF SYDNEY
Account Name:! ! United Pentecostal Church Belmore Inc Direct CreditBSB:! ! ! 062 116Account No: ! ! 1017 8121
Please leave your name and designation in the description box.
New Life JourneyWe invite you to join NLJ; a teaching program conducted on Sunday mornings following worship. These classes will cover questions you
may have about doctrine, why we worship the way we do, what God really has in store for your life and how God’s love for you can conquer all. These
classes are very beneficial to your Christian walk, so take your first steps with Jesus today!
We Offer Services in Other Languages
We are blessed at the POS to have a very multicultural church. Because of that we offer translating, services and Bible studies in different languages.
Mandarin - Sunday -10am & 6:30pm
Fijian - Third Sunday of the month- 3pm
Please speak to a volunteer at the Welcome Desk for more information and to join.
ReWired YouthWe understand that High School, Uni and Tafe are times of much change- Physical, Mental and even Spiritual. Whether you're the big man at school or the quiet one in the back of the class you have a place at Rewired Youth.
Come along to a dynamic service on Friday nights at 7:30pm - with skits, games and a message aimed right at you, we guarantee you'll have a great time.
We would love to have you!
PushpayRecently we introduced a new way to give using your credit card at the POS called Pushpay. This is an incredibly safe new system that allows you to give any time and anywhere using either the Pushpay App or our online Giving page. If you would like to give online today please scan the QR code and it will take you to a secure giving page.
