Rooted: The Encounter

Rooted: The Encounter

ROOTED: The Encounter

“Then Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him until daybreak.” Genesis 32:24 NASB

Alone?
Was he alone or not alone? Follow me, here. If he was alone was he wrestling the air? If someone was there to wrestle, then he was not alone. How can he be alone, yet there was someone there to wrestle?

The previous verses give the answer. Jacob just sent away his people and his possessions. Everything and everyone was gone.

Wrestling With God?
Jacob was wrestling with a man. This was more than a man. Jacob called him God (v. 30). Hosea said that he struggled with “God” and “the Angel” (Hosea 12:3-4). Some theologians teach that it was a theophany (God manifesting as a human) or a Christophany (a pre-incarnate appearance of Christ).

This wrestling match began a true conversion of Jacob. Jacob had previous run-ins with God. Those were beneficial but this one was different. It was this encounter that brought a change in his name and his walk. He began to ROOT in God at this point.

We are going to explore this pericope on Sunday to help us find out the importance of a direct encounter with God in the ROOTING process. God wants us to encounter Him. The more we encounter Him, the deeper the ROOTS go.

Sunday, we will continue the “ROOTED: Grow deep; live strong” series. Whether a person is a new Christian or a seasoned saint this series will help us stay well-rooted. We are going to learn about what to do as we grow in Him.

We love you. Looking forward to seeing you at Evangel North Church Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM, and Wednesday 7 PM.

THIS WEEKS BULLETIN. CLICK THIS LINK.

Also new service: Saturdays 6PM, at Evangel World Prayer Center (6900 Billtown Road).


Pastors John & Erin Carmichael

Evangel North Church – Reaching a region with the Gospel of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit and the love of God.

We have several areas that are currently in need of leadership and team members.

In particular:
* Evangel North Food Pantry Director
* Housekeeping Coordinator
* Jail & Nursing Home Ministry Director

Interested? Click here. 

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Evangel North Church #HopeIsHere

It starts on Saturday, May 12, 11AM with a “Funky Thrift Store Diva – Mother’s Day Celebration“! Bring a friend, your Bible and a side dish to share. Join us for an afternoon of fun, fellowship and spiritual growth. MUCH MORE INFORMATION IS ON THE FB EVENT PAGE, CLICK HERE. 

It continues on Sunday, May 13, 9AM & 11AM

Every woman will receive a very nice gift.

There will drawings for hanging flowers. Special photo booths will be set up.

This will be an encouraging, uplifting service honoring all women who are natural and spiritual mothers. This will be a fun, filled time. Also, prayer will be offered for families.

We are excited about launching a fundraising drive for the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Southern Indiana. Every family will receive a baby bottle to be filled with change. This campaign will last until Fathers Day (June 17).

God is ALTARING these young people!

Bring your teenage Wednesday nights for the best time they have had in church.

Altar Youth’s Facebook Page

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NEXT DATE: Sunday, May 20th

If you want to be water baptized, ***please email us at prayer@evangelnorth.net*** or call 502.413.0115 ext. 2. Give your name and which service you will attend.

Also, follow the instructions below.
1. Bring a change of clothes and a towel. Wear dark clothing to be baptized in.
2. The baptisms will occur after praise & worship, so immediately go to the baptistery through the left door of the platform.

“Now why do you delay? Get up and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on His name.’” Acts 22:16 NASB

Evangel North J.O.Y. – Just Older Youth

This group of “seasoned” saints (55 and older) meet twice (2) monthly.

First Friday monthly (12 Noon) – for snacks, fellowship, music, and ministry.
Third Saturday monthly (12 Noon) – pitch-in dinner, fellowship, music, ministry.

See Pastor Carl & Ellen Hall for more information CLICK HERE TO EMAIL THEM.

ALSO, here is the EVANGEL NORTH JOY Facebook page. This will be an easy way to keep up with all the meetings of the EN Joy.

B-Groups Leader meeting Wednesday, MAY 2, 6:30PM to 6:50PM in Pastor John Carmichael’s office.

***THERE IS AN UPDATED LIST IN THE FOYER OF THE CHURCH***

Are you ready to grow in your relationship with God? Are you ready to gain knowledge of His Word? Are you ready to make meaningful connections with people? Are you ready to pour what God has taught you to someone else?

There are Three (3) types of B-Groups:
1. She-Groups – women only
2. He-Groups – men only
3. We-Groups – married couples only

These meet at various times in various places.

To make this work we need leaders. There is a sign-up sheet in the foyer. If you are interested in becoming a leader sign up. We will have a meeting to give training, set guidelines and answer questions.

This will help our church to go to another level as we reach our region by the empowerment of the Spirit and the love of God!


Autumn Woods Health Campus 2911 Green Valley Road New Albany, IN 47150
Every 2nd Sunday at 3PM
The next date is May 13th
See Bro. Jonathan or Sis. Brianna Kane click to message them on Facebook

Hillcrest Nursing Home 203 Sparks Ave Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Every 3rd Sunday at 3PM
The next date is May 20th.

Full Pardon Jail Ministry

Clark County Jail
501 E Court Ave #159, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Every 4th Sunday 3PM (arrive at 2:30PM)
POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

NURSING HOME & JAIL MINISTRY VISION:
Fulfill Evangel North Church’s purpose to evangelize the world by going to those who can not come to us. 

Evangel North Food Pantry (a partner of The Lord’s Kitchen)
***NEW Date & Time***
On the 4th Thursday of each month.
NEXT DATE: May 24
6:30PM to 8:30PM

Need food? Just show up.
Want to help? Visit the Evangel North Food Pantry Facebook page or call the church 502.413.0115 ext. 2.

Christ-Centered; Child Focused
Changing a culture, one family at a time.

NOW Enrolling!  NOW Hiring!  Call 812-964-3570
FIRST WEEK FREE!

Monday thru Friday 6AM to 6PM available.  Special after-school and half-day rates.


Michelle Mallory, Director of ENDP

EVANGEL NORTH DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL VISION:
Fulfill Evangel North Church’s purpose to evangelize the world by being a Christ-centered, child focused daycare and preschool.

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