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WELCOME TODAY’S SERVICE
■ Praise & Worship
■ Message by Pastor Anison Samuel
■ Sunday School & Nursery in the Fellowship Hall
■ Water Baptism Service
WHAT TO EXPECT?
We are a Spirit-filled, independent apostolic church with a strong focus on mis-
sions and a passion to see the reality of God revealed through the Bible. Ex-
pect to get engaged today in expressive praise and worship! Expect to see
your life transformed as you hear from God’s Word through passionate preach-
ing as Jesus Christ is lifted up!
CHURCH INFORMATION
Location
8704 Millwoods Road NW
Edmonton, AB T6K 3J3
Church Office Address
12418 18A Ave SW
Edmonton, AB T6W 1V9
Telephone
(780) 439-1572
Website
www.zionapostolicministries.org
PASTOR’S COUNCIL
Senior Pastor
Anison Samuel (780) 439-1572
Associates
Pastor Dino Skariah (780) 977-3092
Pastor Daince Kurian (780) 469-4421
Pastor Dale Reinke (587) 784-3334
Pastor Marcelo Leonardo (780) 716-8730
Pastor Herb Reinhardt (780) 465-8969
Laksiri Goonewardene (780) 461-0185
LAST WEEK’S SERMON HIGHLIGHTS
Overflowing Hope - Pastor Anison Samuel
Romans 15:12-13
Our contemporary usage of the word “hope” has a generally negative connotation. When we say, “I hope so”, we oftentimes associate it with an understanding that it may not happen .
In the New Testament, hope is an absolute certainty. It means that when you are expecting something, you are absolutely certain that you will be able to receive it. This is what Biblical hope is all about.
Hope, in the Bible, is not based on something. It is based on Someone. Our hope in Christ will never cause us disappointment. This hope is consistent and will never fail, just like Christ is unfailing and will never change.
God’s hope does not bring peace and joy one at a time – it brings all joy and peace, both to-gether! Philippians 4:4: “Rejoice in the Lord always!” God is not just going to fill you with peace, but with all joy. God will fill you with peace and joy because He is a God of hope!
There is no effort on our end to receive hope. God is the One who fills us. He fills your heart and then it begins to overflow. This is a hope that you do not have to struggle for or worry about. And the only thing God wants you to do is to keep believing in Him. As long as you believe, hope will keep flowing into you and you will overflow with hope.
All who make idols are nothing, and the things they treasure are worthless. Isaiah 44:9
“Remember these things, Jacob, for you, Israel, are my servant. I have made you, you are my servant; Israel, I will not forget you. Isaiah 44:21
Idols are formed by us, but God has formed us. Before we came into existence, God was there. Before we existed and before our problems came, He was the one who formed us. We need to worship God as our Creator, the One who was there before it all began. Our purpose in living is God. Without God, there is no purpose. He is our God and Creator and He de-serves all praise!
Isaiah 44:24-26 God does not need anything more. We are people who cannot run away from causality. If we did not wake up this morning, we would not be here. Even an apple that we buy has a cause. In the case of God, He is not only the first cause, but He is also the only cause. God does not need help from anyone – He is already complete and can do every-thing on His own. This God is filling us with joy and peace and supernatural hope. God can turn the impossible into the possible. He can confound wise men and make their logic fool-ish. One of the biggest differences between an idol and God is that God can confirm His Word. Our God is not only faithful, He is also able!
Luke 1:17-18, Romans 4:20-21 These verses compare Zechariah’s faith to Abraham’s faith. One compares a man who says “I” and “my” while the other was faithful and gave glory to God. Zechariah put everything in himself made the promise look silly. He questioned God. On the contrary, Abraham believed that God was able!
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GIVING
The option of giving your offering through Debit, Visa or MasterCard is available
from about 3:15 pm onwards. Ensure that your name is on the envelope and
include the merchant copy of the receipt.
New to ZAMIE? Please include your address as well.
THIS WEEK AT ZAMIE
NORTH EDMONTON APOSTOLIC MINISTRIES (NEAM) - Feb 19 @ 6.30 pm
Crosspoint Church | 12235 50 Street NW | (587) 784-3334
YOUNG ADULTS MEETING - Feb 21 @ 7.30 pm
CCC Fellowship Hall | (780) 977-3092
NEAM PRAYER - Feb 22 @ 8.00 am
Goonewardene Residence | 4336 74 Street | (780) 461-0185
BIBLE STUDY (PASTOR ANISON SAMUEL) - Feb 22 @ 7.30 pm
CCC Gathering Place | (780) 908-3923
FILIPINO CELL PRAYER - MORNING WATCH - Feb 23 @ 6.00 am
Aquino Residence | 5221 20 Avenue SW | (780) 716-8730
PRAYER FOR MISSIONS - Feb 23 @ 8.00 am
Eades Residence | 307 Summerside Cove SW | (780) 908-3923
YOUTH MEETING - Feb 23 @ 6.00 pm
Contact Bobin Srambical / Lijo Lukose for details | (780) 655-2747
ALL NATIONS CELL MEETING - Feb 23 @ 6.30 pm
Goonewardene Residence | 4336 74 Street | (780) 461-0185
FILIPINO FELLOWSHIP - Feb 23 @ 6.30 pm
Pr. Marcelo and Beth’s Residence | 3511 34A Avenue | (780) 716-8730
MALAYALAM MEETING - Feb 23 @ 7.00 pm
Jose & Anna’s Residence | 1111 112 Street | (780) 907-0593
Upcoming Events:
■ Pastoral Council Meeting on Saturday, Feb 23rd at 10 am at Pr. Dino &
Sheeba’s residence.
■ Newcomers Meeting with church on Sunday, March 3rd, after service.
MEMBERSHIP
Membership forms are available in
the foyer for those who are inter-
ested in becoming a member of
ZAMIE Church.
Congratulations to all who have de-
cided to obey the Lord’s command
and publicly express your faith
through Water Baptism today! May
the Lord be with you as you walk in
the newness of life.
A Home for all Nations
www.zionapostolicministries.org | (780) 439-1572 | [email protected]
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