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There Is A Wall But the resurrection is a really different issue. If Jesus rose from the dead, then the claims He made about himself are valid, and the claims He makes about us are valid as well. If this is true, He can’t be ignored. We have to change our minds -- about Him, about God, about ourselves and about everybody else. All kinds of things have to change. Jesus claims that we are all accountable to Him for how we live our lives and that He will decide our eternal destiny on this basis.
The implications are profound and practical. Wanting to ignore Jesus is a desire to be independent of God. Rebellious. If Jesus is risen, then Jesus is Lord. All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Him. This includes the right to govern our lives.
Behind the wall that keeps us from believing in the resurrection is the reality of facing its significance. I think most people would rather believe it’s false. They want to live life their way, and so the claim that Jesus is still alive is never likely to be widely acceptable. But one day it will be universally accepted! There is another resurrection appearance still to come. The whole world will see it. Jesus, who told of His death, burial and resurrection, predicted that one day He would return. The Bible looks forward to the day when every knee will bow to Jesus and every tongue will confess Him as Lord. When we see His body, still with the scars on His hands, feet, and side, everyone will be convinced of the truth of the resurrection. I’m sure those who have dismissed or denied this mighty act of God will feel foolish. But it will be too late for them to believe or benefit from it. It is not faith when you have no choice but to accept the truth. Jesus' first coming was to save, but His second coming is to judge the living and the dead. He is coming for those who have already believed in Him -- those who have experienced the power of His resurrection and are looking forward to a new body and living in the new heaven and earth. I hope you are among those in front of the wall when He comes again! Jesus is risen! Jesus is Lord!
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Suddenly there was a severe earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descending from heaven came and rolled away the stone and sat on it.... But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here, for he has been raised, just as he said."
Then everyone will see the Son of Man arriving in
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Men's Breakfast: Every third Monday of the month, men gather for a great breakfast and a short challenge at Hacienda Del Lago. Be there Monday, April 19 for a challenge from Pastor Ben on misplaced priorities. It'll be a great way to start the week. |
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Annual Golf Tournament: Don't miss this annual event hosted by Vail Christian Church. It's a four-man scramble golf tournament with a shot-gun start at 8am. Prizes will be awarded. Get your four-man team together, mark your calendars, and come ready to win! Contact Scott Cliburn at scliburn@hotmail.com for details or register you and your team at: vailchristian.com/golf |
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Men... a brand new Men's Bible Study kicks off Thursday, April 1st from 6:45-7:45am. Women...we have multiple Bible Studies and community groups designed just for you meeting during the week. If you'd like more information about community groups, contact Dave Spier. |
Children's Ministries:
Kid's Night Out! Kid's Night Out is HERE! Friday, April 9th, we are opening up the doors of Cottonwood Elementary School from 5-10pm for a night of fantastic games, dinner, a movie and best of all a night off for parents! Click here to register your kids for Kid's Night Out! For more details on how you can serve at this event, contact Julie Spier, Director of Children and Students. |
books . . .
Scandalous
by D.A. Carson
The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the lynchpin of the Christian faith; these events are firmly established in the Scriptures and are not left open to interpretation. However, there is an amazing irony to the cross that is sometimes left unappreciated. Looking at 5 different texts from the Bible, Carson explores this irony of the king of the universe becoming a crucified savior and brings new understanding to the implications of the cross in the lives of Christ followers.
music . . .
Hello Hurricane
by Switchfoot
If you're a Switchfoot fan, or just a lover of great music, this is an album to invest in. After releasing themselves from their label, Swithfoot has created an album that is raw and alive with frantic energy. Songs like "The Sound" throw back to Led Zepplin, while tunes like "Bullet Soul" are straight up fun to hear! On April 11, Switchfoot will appear at KFMA day at the Pima County Fairgrounds! Also, you can download an exclusive acoustic version of their hit single "Meant To Live" from kfma.com!
websites . . .
If you are a believer in the Word of God, or if you are seeking answers to some of the Bible's toughest questions, this website is for you. Answersingenesis.org is a multi-faceted website designed to equip people with truth from the Bible.
Their most recent addition is a site called iamnotashamed.org where people can post videos of their favorite verses and blog about its meaning.
There's a site designed to help kids get excited about God's Word, an online magazine, an online research journal, and a museum dedicated to the truth behind the creation story. Spend some time and dig around in this rich internet resource!
messages this month . . .
Considered to be the Father of the Jewish faith, Abraham is revered by Jews and Christ-followers as a man of faith, obedience, and zeal for the Lord. In this series we'll explore the life of this simple man as depicted in the raw stories of scripture from the book of Genesis. You will be challenged, inspired and motivated to live a life fully surrendered to God.
Series starts April 11th!
Sometimes between life at work and life at home, we need some encouragement or a reminder of what God is doing in our lives. That’s why the Vail Christian Church Podcast is a must have on your iTunes subscriptions.
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Lead Pastor: Ben Pitney
ben@vailchristian.com
Connection Pastor: Tim Sheaffer
tim@vailchristian.com
Lead Worshiper: Chris McLaughlin
chris@vailchristian.com
Director of Students & Children: Julie Spier
julie@vailchristian.com
Administration & Children: Meghan James
meghan@vailchristian.com
Assistant To The Pastor: Sherri Van Fleet
sherri@vailchristian.com
Community Groups: Dave Spier
dave@vailchristian.com
Accounting: Jennifer Bertrand
jennifer@vailchristian.com
8000 S. Kolb Rd., Ste. 190
Tucson, Arizona 85756 (map)
Voice - 520.722.1220
Fax - 520.722.1253
Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sundays: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
Empire High School
10701 E. Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, Arizona 85747 (map)
Middle School: Meets Wednesdays 7:00-8:30 p.m. at:
· 9216 E. La Palma Dr. - Rita Ranch - Map
Sal and Susan Rodriguez, John McKie, Sarah Klein,
Nathan Porterfield and Kaitlyn Dusek
· 10143 Canyon Meadow Dr.
- Rita Ranch - Map
Gene and Cecilia Wright,
Brian McClung, Nason &
Rachel Simpson
and
Sunday mornings during the 9:30 service. For more information, contact julie@vailchristian.com
High School: Meets Wednesdays 7-8:30 p.m. at:
· 10535 E. Heartleaf Willow Dr. - Rita Ranch - Map
Mike and Sherri Van Fleet
· 9519 E. Ashford Dr. - Rita Ranch - Map
Matt Johnson and Mikelle Cronk
· 9039 E Autumn Sage – Rita Ranch - Map
Mat Miller, Erica McLaughlin, Thomas and Lisa Taylor
and Sunday mornings during the 11:00 a.m. service. For more information
contact julie@vailchristian.com.
Our children's programs meet during our regular
service times at 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. We offer programs
for nursery, preschool, and elementary school aged
children. For questions, contact julie@vailchristian.com.