(The Grab N Go BBQ lunch fundraiser has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled.) 

Adult Sunday School at 9am & Benediction- Jeff Willis
Scripture Reader- Lori Willis
Prayer Leader- Ann Wilson
Sermon- Stephen Streett
Worship Team- Martin Addison, Doug Allen, Hutch Fletcher, Sandra Harris, David Lingle, Drew Lloyd
Creek Kids- Teacher Pamela Menefee, Assistant Patricia Norton
Head Usher- Harlan James
Tech Team- Bruce Duff, Eric Oliver, Daniel Pope
Graphics/Video- Carl Culpepper

A note from our Pastor

In my sermon this Sunday, I will emphasize the importance of gratitude in all circumstances, as instructed in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, highlighting that it transforms our perspective from what we lack to appreciating our blessings. I will discuss the dangers of a selfish mindset, illustrated by the parable of a man who hoarded his wealth rather than sharing it, reminding us that true security and joy come from being generous. The sermon points out the internal battles against fear and self-gratification that prevent us from giving, asserting that faith in Christ helps us overcome these obstacles. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a shift from obligation to a desire for generosity, urging the community to embrace a life of gratitude and giving as a reflection of spiritual growth.

Grace and Peace,
Stephen

A note from our Worship Pastor

An Attitude of Gratitude
In 2 weeks, our family, along with countless others, will be celebrating Thanksgiving, a time where we often reflect on things we’re thankful for. For 20 years or more, my wife and I have hosted the Allen Family Thanksgiving at our house. It’s not unusual to have more than 40 people in attendance. We began something all those years ago that quickly became a tradition, we go around the room and name things that we are thankful for, and we thank God for each of them.

There is an amazing story that can be found in Luke 17:11-17. It’s the story of Jesus healing the ten lepers. While traveling along the border between Samaria and Galilee, Jesus encountered ten lepers, they stood at a distance and cried out for Jesus to have pity on them. Jesus told them to go and show themselves to the priests and as they went along they were healed. The remarkable thing is that only one of the lepers actually came back to thank Jesus for the miraculous healing that he had done for them, and he not only thanked Jesus but he praised God in a loud voice and threw himself at Jesus’ feet…and Luke points out that the one leper who returned was a Samaritan, this is significant because you see, Samaritans were despised by the Jews as idolatrous half-breeds, certainly they would have no part in God’s kingdom…but God extends grace to the humble and that day he honored the spirit of humility and the attitude of gratitude of the one leper.

Yes, Jesus physically healed 10 lepers that day but he only opened the eyes of the one. When Jesus saw the genuine gratitude of the Samaritan, he said to him “Rise and go, your faith has made you well.”
Christian, Jesus was communicating something much deeper here, for the leper could plainly see that his body had already been healed, I believe that Jesus was letting the leper know that God’s grace is for everyone, for all who will simply come. He was giving him a heavenly perspective of what Isaiah prophesied 700 years earlier.

Isaiah 53:5
But he was pierced for our transgressions,
    he was crushed for our iniquities;
the punishment that brought us peace was on him,
    and by his wounds we are healed.

Brothers and Sisters, God wants us to know him, he wants to reveal himself to us and to actually transform us and sanctify us. It is God’s will for each of us, little by little, to become more and more like the Son, Jesus…Hence the name “Christians” or “Little Christs”…And there is a key that unlocks this process, that key is gratitude. When we choose to praise God and to thank him each and every day regardless of our circumstances then he promises to give us his peace and his mind. I love the way that Paul puts it in his letter to the church in Philippi…

Philippians 4:4-7
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!  Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.  Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

May you choose to be thankful, not just on Thanksgiving but every single day of the year, for when you do, you will unlock the door and truly discover the peace and the goodness of God which transcends all understanding. This day and every day may you have an attitude of gratitude.

To God be the glory!
I love y’all,
doug

Creek Kids 
For nursery age through 5^th grade meets every Sunday in the Misty Creek basement. Children will attend worship with their parents/guardians at 10:30am and will be dismissed during the welcome and announcement time.

Youth Sunday School
At Panera in Dunwoody 9am. Our lesson will be from the Old Testament book of Ruth.

Youth Alpha and Young Adult 
Friendsgiving at the Streett’s 11/17 5pm-7pm. Address: 6786 Jones Chapel Ct.

Christmas Caroling and Ice Cream 
The congregation is invited to sing Christmas Carols for the residents at The Mansions Independent Living Location in Sandy Springs December 1 at 3pm. We will enjoy peppermint ice cream together afterwards.

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