God’s chosen nation missed out because: God’s shows not all are chosen. 2) God is in matters of mercy. 3) God’s foretold our inclusion. 4) God requires in Him, not works. Applying God's Word to Life What are some of the hardest things to understand? What phrase do you use to tell others something is beyond your understanding? What are some things you feel you do and do not understand? How had you previously thought about the story of God choosing Abraham, Isaac and Ishmael, or Jacob and Esau? How about now? What can we learn from the story of Moses and Pharoah? Why doesn’t it make sense for the clay to criticize the potter? In what ways have you shared in Paul’s burden for the unreached? In what ways have you shared in Paul’s mission to get God’s message out to others? How well do you think you’d do against God in the game of chess? What compels you to live by faith in Jesus? What promises are given to all who build their life upon Jesus, the promised one? How does the Lord want you to live in the blessings of the gospel? What will you do with the questions you are still burdened with? How will you walk in the truths you understand this week? Announcements No Services at the Glenwood Site on July 28: We will be participating in the Waterama Community Service at the City Band Shell (across from Lakeside) at 9:30 a.m. Rain site is Central Square. Bring your own chair. Pastor Carlyn will be giving a repeat sermon (from July 7) at Starbuck. Interested in Getting Baptized?: Contact Pastor Kelly this week (by the end of the day Sunday, July 28). He will meet with you and then you can make a final decision. Baptism and FFF at Starbuck Park: Wednesday, August 7 at 6:00p.m. Waterama Parade: Looking for a fun way to be a part of the waterama parade? Join us riding on the Hope Community Church parade float. Anyone of any age may join us. If you're interested contact Christina Vanderbeek (320) 219-9393. Family Baseball Game Night: Tuesday, August 13 at 6:30p.m. at the Starbuck baseball field. Ice Cream to follow. Bring your gloves, bats, kids, chairs and enjoy a time at the park watching or playing baseball and hanging out at the park. Women's Prayer Brunch: Saturday, August 17 at 10:00 a.m. at Vera's home (22342 310th Ave. Starbuck). All women are invited for a time of food, fellowship and prayer. RSVP to Vera by text or call at 320-424-2793. No Children’s Church in July and August: Activity packets are available for during the sermon. Sermon Based Small Group: Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. at the Starbuck site. Attend when you are able. No small group August 7.