COCIN Rayfield

COCIN LCC RAYFIELD

TEXT : GENESIS 4: 6 2 CORINTHIANS 2 :9-10 HEBREW 4 : 16
TOPIC : GRACE IN TRIALS
PREACHER : LIC PST. MONDAY. NYANGO

TOPIC : God is faithful

TEXT : 1 Thessalonians 5:24

Preacher : Dr. Mrs Justina Damap

Date: 8th February 2026
Service Leader: Yakubu S.A Gyang

Rev S.A Gyang shared a powerful message on "The Nature of God's Forgiveness" with the congregation, highlighting the importance of repentance and restoration. The sermon was based on Isaiah 1:13-20, with examples from David's sin (2 Samuel 11), Jonah's disobedience (Jonah 1:1-3), and the woman caught in adultery (John 8:4-11).

*Announcements*
- Bible Study: Monday, 9th February 2026
- Midweek Service: Wednesday, 11th February 2026
- Singles Meeting: Sunday, 15th February 2026

*Reflect & Renew: "Forgiven to Forgive"*

*Midweek Service | Feb 4, 2026 | Luke 19:1-10*
*Theme: "God's Grace: Seeking the Lost"*

*Opening Prayer/Welcome*
Leader: "Grace, mercy, and peace from God our Father... 🙏"

*Scripture Reading: Luke 19:1-10*
Jesus seeks Zacchaeus, a "lost sheep".

*Sermon: "Understanding God's Grace in Zacchaeus' Life"*
- *God seeks the lost*: Jesus initiated the encounter (v1-5).
- *No one’s beyond His reach*: Zacchaeus was a tax collector, but Jesus saw potential (v5).
- *Transformation through grace*: Zacchaeus repented and changed (v8).
- *Salvation for the humble*: Jesus declared, "Salvation has come" (v9-10).

*Application*:
- Are you a "lost sheep"? Jesus seeks you.
- Let God’s grace transform you like Zacchaeus.
- Share this grace.

*Closing Prayer*: "Lord, thank You for seeking me... 🙏"

Today, Feb 1, 2026, was an amazing Sunday at church! 🙏 ministrations from our choirs - 'Sunan Yesu Ne' (The Name of Jesus) and impactful messages from our fellowships:
- Women Fellowship: 'Zo Masu Bi Mu Zoma Da Allah'
- Youth Fellowship: 'Your Presence is My One Desire'

Our preacher, Mrs. S, A. Gyang (Mummy in the Lord), brought a powerful message titled 'God is Merciful (Ephesians 2:1-5)

📣 Announcements:
- Bible Study: Monday, 2nd February 2026 | Prep class: Today, Sunday 1 Feb 2026
- Midweek Service: Wednesday, 4th February 2026
- Couple Forum Meeting: Next Sunday, 8th February 2026, 3pm
- EBS Student Meeting: Friday, 6th February 2026
- Farm outing - details TBA.
in sermon title "God is Mercy" (Ephesians 2:1-5),
here are possible points from Mrs. D, A. Gyang's preaching:

1. *God's Mercy Brings Salvation*: Ephesians 2:1-3 talks about our deadness in sin, but God's mercy and love made us alive with Christ.
2. *We Were Helpless, But...*: Verse 4 highlights God's "great love" and "rich mercy" that saved us when we were dead in our trespasses.
3. *Made Alive with Christ*: Verse 5 shows we're made alive with Christ - a testament to God's mercy and grace.
4. *It's All About God's Mercy, Not Us*: The passage emphasizes God's initiative in saving us, highlighting His mercy and love.
God bless you us all ....