Lake Stevens Family Church

What Matters Most?

Have you ever stopped to think about that? I know many of you are reading this at work, some at home, and some more savvy type at a ‘hot spot’ or somewhere where free wireless got you on the information highway! But what does matter most? I could give you my ideas, but rather than bore you with that, what is Jesus’ idea on that subject? Did you know the Bible talks about that very question? “No matter what I say, what I believe, and what I do, I’m bankrupt without love.” 1 Corinthians 13:3 (Msg) Life is all about love. Because God is love, the most important lesson He wants you to learn on earth is how to love. It is in loving that we are most like Him, so love is the foundation of every command He has given us. “The whole law can be summed up in this one command: ‘Love others as you love yourself’.” Gal 5:14 (LB) Love should be your top priority, primary objective, and greatest ambition. Love is not a good part of your life; it’s the most important part. The Bible says, “Let love be your greatest aim”. Life without love is really worthless. Paul makes this point in the verse above. So let me encourage you today, in this moment, everything we do at LSFC, everything we are, and everything we hope to be MUST be centered in love. And as the Bible says, “God is love”, then it is safe to say, everything we do, everything we are, and everything we hope to be must be centered in GOD.

So, what matters most? Love. What is the true source of love? God.

We really look forward to seeing you at one of our weekend celebration services @ 9:30 or 11:00am.

Blessings,

Pastor Virgil

	What Matters Most? Have you ever stopped to think about that? I know many of you are reading this at work, some at home, and some more savvy type at a ‘hot spot’ or somewhere where free wireless got you on the information highway! But what does matter most? I could give you my ideas, but rather than bore you with that, what is Jesus’ idea on that subject? Did you know the Bible talks about that very question? “No matter what I say, what I believe, and what I do, I’m bankrupt without love.” 1 Corinthians 13:3 (Msg) Life is all about love. Because God is love, the most important lesson He wants you to learn on earth is how to love. It is in loving that we are most like Him, so love is the foundation of every command He has given us. “The whole law can be summed up in this one command: ‘Love others as you love yourself’.” Gal 5:14 (LB) Love should be your top priority, primary objective, and greatest ambition. Love is not a good part of your life; it’s the most important part. The Bible says, “Let love be your greatest aim”. Life without love is really worthless. Paul makes this point in the verse above. So let me encourage you today, in this moment, everything we do at LSFC, everything we are, and everything we hope to be MUST be centered in love. And as the Bible says, “God is love”, then it is safe to say, everything we do, everything we are, and everything we hope to be must be centered in GOD. So, what matters most? Love. What is the true source of love? God. We really look forward to seeing you at one of our weekend celebration services @ 9:30 or 11:00am. Blessings, Pastor Virgil		Kevin Geer: "Stuck in Hot Situations" - MP3 - Sermon notes: GIF \| PDF
	UPCOMING EVENTS Independence Day! Sunday July 1^st we will be honoring Independence Day! This will be a great day to bring someone to church that currently serves or has served in our military. Kid’s Camp Kid’s Camp registration is NOW! Please pick up the information at the back table. We need your $50.00 deposit and registration packets filled out now. Please make checks payable to LSFC, Give checks and applications to an usher. This Camp week is August 6^th through August 10^th 2007, Kids camp week #2. trent@lakestevenschurch.com Vacation Bible School is going to be August 20^th -23^rd 2007 (Monday through Thursday) with a big event Thursday night for the whole family! If you want to be apart of this years “Safari” VBS, please join us Wednesday night May 30^th at Haggens café in Lake Stevens at 7pm. Contact: trent@lakestevenschurch.com Dads get ready for a great teaching from Pastor Virgil. You do not want to miss out on June 17^th, bring your whole family as we honor dads! You do not want to miss out! Everett AquaSox Wow night out at the Everett AquaSox baseball game!!! Each ticket cost $9.00 and Angela Brown will be singing the National Anthem. The big game day is August 31^st at 7:35PM and all money is due by August 17^th. (Checks made payable to Lake Stevens Family Church .) See you all there!!! For more information contact the church office at LSFC@lakestevenschurch.com or 425.334.5900. * (Ticket forms are at the back table.) Mens Retreat September 14th - 16th 2007. The main activity will be rafting. Cost: $130. Please contact virgil@lakestevenschurch.com for more information. If you have any questions about these upcoming events please email us or call 425.334.5900.



	UPCOMING MESSAGES Teaching Series: "Re-Defining Family" 5/13 What God Says About Moms 5/20 What God Says About Dads 5/27 Redefining Family Values You will not want to miss any of these incredible weekend messages. But if you do miss a week, make sure you subscribe to our weekly “podcast”. All of our weekend messages are available online at www.lakestevenschurch.com.

	WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK Tuesday - Ladies' Running Group Do you like to run – but need to be motivated by others? Then join us on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 AM. Contact Angela Brown: angela@lakestevenschurch.com or Jacqueline Kaye: azkaye2@comcast.net Tuesday - Volleyball (A-Level Play) 8:00 -10:00 PM at the Snohomish Boys and Girls Club. Enjoy an energetic workout with friends from church and the community! Contact Virgil Brown: virgil@lakestevenschurch.com Wednesday - Poker and Wings 6:30 PM at various locations. Guys hanging out, playing poker, eating wings, getting to know each other. Contact John Shorb: john.shorb@cedarpark.org Thursday (today!) - Volleyball (C-Level Play) 7:30 - 10:00 PM at Lake Stevens Middle School. Enjoy an energetic workout with friends from church and the community! Contact Virgil Brown: virgil@lakestevenschurch.com		For more information on Small Groups, visit our our website.
	KIDS' MINISTRIES This week’s Nursery Teachers: 9:30am = Brittney S./Bryce B. 11:00am = Elliott and Judi N. This week’s Elementary Teachers: 9:30am = K--6/7th Grade = Steve C./Brianne P. 11:00am = Trent and Sherri Olson We are always looking to add people to our great team of teachers and helpers…Get involved – you will find great reward!!! For more information on how you can get involved in our children’s department, contact we need substitute teachers for May and June (8 weeks only) Trent@lakestevenschurch.com. Nursery/Pre-K News: Attention!!! Parents of Nursery/Pre-K aged children: Every week even the youngest members of LSFC are learning about the love of Jesus Christ. Here are some upcoming lessons for the next couple of months that your Nursery aged children are not going to want to miss out on: May: Key Verse: Psalm 139:14 – “I Am Wonderfully Made” This Sunday, May 27^th – “God Made My Heart” June June 3rd - "God Made My Mouth" If you'd like to be a part of the great kids' leadership team - please contact Trent Olson at trent@lakestevenschurch.com 10th - "God Made All of Me"


	MUSIC Psalm 96:1-2 says, “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise His name; proclaim his salvation day after day.” Weekend Music for May 27th: Song by Artist from Album: God is Great by Hillsong from Unknown Here I Am To Worship by Tim Hughes from Passion Sing to the King by Candi P earson from Passion You Are Good by Israel Houghton from Lakewood Church and Orchestra
	CONTACTING US Virgil Brown - Lead Pastor - virgil@lakestevenschurch.com Angela Brown - Music - angela@lakestevenschurch.com Trent Olson - Associate - trent@lakestevenschurch.com. Ben Smith - Music Associate - ben@lakestevenschurch.com Rick Doucette - Media Director - rick@lakestevenschurch.com