You are really living when: Death is swallowed up by . Disobedience gives way to . Desires give way to the . Applying God's Word to Life When you think about “really living” what comes to mind? What are some signs that prove someone or something is really alive? What are some indicators that someone has come alive spiritually? How much hope is there for a person to save themselves from the desperate state they start out in under heaven? Why? Once Jesus has rescued a person, how does God see them as compared to how others see them. What are some examples of changes Jesus wants to make in our everyday life so that we can experience all he had in mind when he died for us (John 10:10)? How much real life do you feel coursing through you when you live unhindered by any limits on your flesh or your desires? What has God given us in order to help us accomplish the work he left us here to do? How does embracing God’s call bring life to a person? What do you need to believe or do differently today in order to embrace the life that is truly life that God offers you? In what tangible ways will you say “yes” to life today? Announcements Fall Food & Fun Festival at Crossroads Stables: Sunday, October 5 from 3:30-6:15 p.m. Hayrides, pumpkin painting, face painting, haybales to climb, corn box, yard games. Hope Community will provide hot dogs/brats and beverages. Each family should bring a side dish or desert to share. (33502 County Road 14, Starbuck). T-Shirt Design: Vote for your top t-shirt design by responding to the weekly email or casting a vote by the options on the welcome table. Voting open to all ages, but please only one vote per person. Minnewaska Moms: They meet the second and fourth Friday of the month from 9:15-11:00 am at Restoration Church in Glenwood. The child care spots are full, but all moms are welcome to join. Contact Karrie Anderson (320) 249-0096. Childcare Volunteers for Minnewaska Moms are Needed: If you are willing to support this ministry even for a couple times this year, contact Karrie at (320) 249-0096. It really blesses moms to have some time for networking with other Christian moms. The Bible Recap: New Testament Reading Starting October 1: You can find it on the YouVersion Bible app. More questions? Contact Vickie 320-805-0450. Quotes from Hope People reading the Bible using The Bible Recap: “Paul and I have been doing the Bible recap together each morning. We listen and follow along. It helps to keep us focused. We appreciate how Tara Lee recaps what you have just read and puts it in perspective. We share our “God-shot” and discuss any questions we have. If we miss a day we do two the next day to stay on schedule. We are looking forward to finishing up the Old Testament and starting the New Testament in October. Consider joining us.” Vera and Paul Vichich Youth Group: Wednesdays from 6:40-8:05 pm at the Central Square Gym in Glenwood. For 5th—12th grade. Adventure Club: Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 pm at the First Baptist Church in Glenwood. For 4 year olds—5th grade. Sermon Based Small Group: Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. at the Starbuck site. Attend when you are able.