Pray With Us And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. 1 John 5:14 Mission India Mission India's vision is to see India transformed by the love of Christ. Their mission is to equip India's Christians to plant reproducing churches. They accomplish this through children's Bible clubs, adult literacy classes, and church planter training. Here at Peace Church, we are partnered with two missionaries in India. Both families have started and continue to lead and support at least five small churches in different villages in India. You can find Peace's Meal Ministry Link Here to help support Peace Church families in need Today's New or Time-Sensitive Update Praying for the Peace Church body Peace Church Praying Community, here is a new section, to be praying for the whole church community where we will focus on one key aspect of who God has called us to be as a church. This week we want to remind you of: Family Focused Pray for families this week. That parents’ relationships would be mended, that siblings would learn to get along and submit to their parents, that children who have left the faith would return. Pray that each person that attends Peace would learn what it looks like to live in a healthy family by hearing God’s Word and being surrounded by families who are seeking to follow after Jesus. May we as a church family be a testimony to the watching world and may we all look to God for wisdom, strength and help. People who are dealing with cancer Steve Cowgill Karen Olson Betty Oosterhouse Stacy Smith Diane Sprole Tarah Sproul Long-term care Lee Pipe Hospice Tarah Sproul Grieving Kim Jenison - Rod passed January 10 Helen Folkersma - Arnie passed January 17 Christopher Weaver - Gina passed June 2 Lainie Larson July 18 Lainie's husband Gale passed away on July 18. Please pray for Lainie as she grieves the loss of Gale. Pray that she would experience God's peace, comfort, and strength in the days ahead, and that she would be surrounded by the love and support of family, friends, and her church family. New Births/Adoptions Church family, we want to be aware of your new additions. We would love it if you could let us know when your family has expanded. Thank you! Quinn & Amanda Luyk July 15 Welcomed a son, Ezekiel Praises Physical needs Trevor and Sadie Patterson July 2 Please be praying for our son, Mason Diehl (18), who is having open heart surgery on July 28th to fix his bicuspid aortic valve. They will replace his aortic valve with his pulmonary valve and replace his pulmonary valve with a donor valve. This is a major surgery that we were not expecting for him to have to go through until much later in his life. Please be praying for our family mentally and emotionally as we have been and are continuing to try and process all of this. Bill Hop July 20 Update Bill is working hard in rehab and is making progress. New bone growth is already observed in his left arm. Bill continues to be encouraged by his progress and is focused on the positives. Thank you for your prayers, love and support. (Original Request - June 22) Be in prayer for Bill Hop, who runs our Visitation Team, his wife Muriel just informed us that he lost consciousness while driving alone. Muriel says Head injury, 2 broken bones in his neck, and multiple broken bones on right side of body head to toe. (July 8) Bill has been moved to Mary Free Bed and now the real work begins. He's had 6 surgeries. Prayers that his rehabilitation will go smoothly and efficiently. Will Smith Update July 21 Thank you for your prayers. This is another test and treatment week for Stacy. Please pray for good results and effective treatment. (Original Request July 6) Stacey will be having survery on August 27 to remove cancer. Tarah Sproul Update May 20 Tarah is now receiving hospice care. Pray for lack of pain, for God's presence and comfort during this time as she faces each new day.. David Minnaard Update July 8 My brother, Rick, is now at Faith Hospice Trillium Woods awaiting to meet the Lord. Please pray for me and my 2 sisters families as we approach our final goodbyes with him and the trying days that will follow. Praise the Lord that we all have the assurance of salvation and will one one day join Rick in heavenly glory! Thank you deeply from each of us in the family. (Original Request May 8) My brother Rick, after esophageal cancer treatment now has a mass in his liver suspected to be similar. In Assisted Living John Vander Henst Missions Spotlight Sarah Jantzen July 1 Pray for the Lord’s favor and provision for our missionary Sarah Jantzen to be able to travel to the US. This is a big prayer request for Sarah and two of her sons, Moses and Ken, who are hoping to be in the US the last week of July. Sarah also has plans to visit Peace for an in person update August 23rd. As they will be traveling from Uganda, the Ebola issue is causing Visa problems for Ken, which is the main reason for coming so he can attend Hillsdale College in the Fall. Please pray that the restrictions would be removed so they can travel and that God would grant them favor with the right people so his visa can be approved before the end of July as there is only a short window for this process. Zambia Mission Trip Team July 16 Please pray for our team of eight as they are serving in Zambia for two weeks. Pray for safe and smooth travel, including their journey through Qatar, and for God's protection every step of the way. Ask the Lord to strengthen their unity as a team, prepare their hearts for the people they will serve, and provide for every need they encounter over the next two weeks. Pray for good health, safety, and endurance throughout the trip, and that God would work powerfully in and through them for His glory. Footsteps of Paul Trip Team July 16 Please be praying for our team of 43 as we prepare the upcoming Footsteps of Paul trip (August 3-12). Pray for safe travel, good health, unity among our team, and that God would work in and through each person as we serve. Ask that He would prepare the hearts of those we'll meet, provide opportunities to share His love, and use this trip to strengthen our faith and bring Him glory. Thank you for partnering with us in prayer! Ask For Prayer Go Meal Ministry Go Mission Partners Go

Sarah Peace Kids Coordinator (Elementary) Sarah Grasman Sarah has been attending Peace since early 2021 and joined the staff later that same year. Originally from Portage, Michigan, she has been married to her husband Mike since 2004. They have three children: Luke, Avery, and Isaac, who attend school in Caledonia and play on several sports teams. Mike works in product development at UFP Industries. Sarah enjoys gardening and owns a floral design business. As a family, they love being outdoors, biking, camping, and taking trips to the beach. Her favorite Bible verses are Philippians 2:14-16. Contact Kid's Ministry Admin

From Empty to Abundant March 30, 2025 From Empty to Abundant Sermon Series: The Reversal Download PDF John 10:7-10 Main Idea The Gospel brings us from Empty to Abundant Outline Empty to Abundant: Jesus came not to show the way, but to be the way (v7) Jesus came not to blend in, but to stand above (vv8-9) Jesus came not to take anything, but to give abundantly (v10) Discussion Questions Jesus came to be the way (John 10:7) In this verse, Jesus declares, “I am the gate for the sheep.” How does understanding Jesus as the gate influence your perception of the path to spiritual abundance? In what ways can you more fully embrace Jesus as the sole way to a fulfilling and abundant life? Jesus came to stand above (John 10:8-9) Jesus contrasts Himself with others who came before Him, calling them “thieves and robbers.” How can we discern and guard against influences that attempt to lead us away from the true abundance found in Christ? Reflect on a time when you may have sought fulfillment outside of Jesus. What was the outcome, and how did it compare to the abundance He offers? Jesus came to give abundantly (John 10:10) Jesus states, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” What does living life to the full mean to you in the context of your faith? How can you actively receive and experience the abundant life that Jesus promises, even amidst challenges or hardships? Application Questions Identify areas in your life where you feel a sense of emptiness or lack. How can you invite Jesus into these spaces to transform them into experiences of His abundance? How can our church community support one another in moving from feelings of emptiness to embracing the abundant life offered through Christ? What practical steps can you take this week to embody the abundant life Jesus provides, and how can you share that abundance with others in your daily interactions? Looking Forward Prayer Focus

Hope Because He Is Good November 16, 2025 Hope Because He Is Good Sermon Series: Because He Is Good Download PDF Psalm 33:13-22 13 The LORD looks down from heaven; he sees all the children of man; 14 from where he sits enthroned he looks out on all the inhabitants of the earth, 15 he who fashions the hearts of them all and observes all their deeds. 16 The king is not saved by his great army ;a warrior is not delivered by his great strength. 17 The war horse is a false hope for salvation, and by its great might it cannot rescue. 18 Behold, the eye of the LORD is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his steadfast love, 19 that he may deliver their soul from death and keep them alive in famine. 20 Our soul waits for the LORD; he is our help and our shield. 21 For our heart is glad in him, because we trust in his holy name. 22 Let your steadfast love, O LORD, be upon us, even as we hope in you. Main Idea We hope in God because He is good. Outline God’s Gaze (13-15) The Fool’s Hope (16-17) The True Hope (18-22) Discussion Questions God’s Gaze (PSALM 33:13-15) What stands out to you about the way Psalm 33 describes God’s gaze upon humanity? How does knowing that God “looks down from heaven” and “sees all the children of man” shape the way you view your daily life? Verse 15 says God “fashions the hearts of them all.” What does this teach us about God’s involvement with us personally? Is God’s all-seeing gaze comforting, challenging, or both for you right now? Why? How might remembering God’s attentive presence change the way we respond to current struggles or uncertainties? How might in change the way we make decisions, even while in private? The Fool’s Hope (PSALM 33:16-17) According to these verses, where do people often place false hope? What are some modern equivalents of trusting in a “king’s army” or a “warhorse”? Why do you think we are tempted to rely on our own strength, resources, or strategies rather than on God? Can you think of a time when putting hope in something other than God left you disappointed? How can our group lovingly help one another recognize and turn away from misplaced hopes? The True Hope (PSALM 33:18-22) What does it mean that “the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him” (v.18)? How do these verses define true hope, and what makes it different from the “fool’s hope”? In what ways does God’s steadfast love provide the foundation for our hope? Verse 20 says, “Our soul waits for the Lord.” What does waiting on God look like in practical terms? As a group, where do we need God’s help right now to grow in hope and trust? How can we encourage each other this week to rest in God’s goodness and not in our own strength? Looking Forward In the upcoming days and weeks, what would it look like this week to take one step in putting more of your hope in God’s goodness? Prayer Focus Pray for… The people of Peace Church to be so aware of the goodness of God that we respond in praise, trust, and hope. The members of your community group to be able to walk together and encourage each other as we live lives putting our hope in God alone. The lost to be made aware of the fool’s hope that is anything besides putting their hope in God. All Christians to stand in stark contrast to the world by being a people of hope. Yourself to better understand and live in light of the truth that God is good and we can put our hope in Him.

The Warning of Justice November 10, 2024 The Warning of Justice Sermon Series: Obadiah Download PDF Obadiah 1:10-18 Main Idea God's justice is found in His judgement. Outline 1. God judges sin of omission (vv10-11) 2. God judges sin of commission (vv12-14) 3. God judges sin to bring justice (vv15-16) 4. God judges sin to bring restoration (vv17-18) Discussion Questions In verses 10-11, Edom is condemned for standing by and doing nothing while Jerusalem was attacked. How does this concept of “sin by omission” challenge our understanding of responsibility toward others? Reflect on James 4:17, which states, “If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.” How can this verse encourage us to be more proactive in our relationships and communities? In verses 12-14, Edom actively participated in Israel’s suffering. How does this show the destructive impact of actions taken against others, even if indirectly? Consider Proverbs 24:17-18, which warns against rejoicing in someone else’s downfall. How can we guard our hearts against this attitude, especially in a culture that sometimes celebrates others’ misfortune? Verses 17-18 describe a future where Israel is restored. How does this promise of restoration after judgment reflect God’s ultimate purpose for redemption? Read 1 Peter 5:10, which says that after we have suffered, God will “restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish” us. How does God’s promise of restoration encourage you in your faith journey, especially during times of hardship? Looking Forward Prayer Focus

Stephanie Custodian Stephanie Boomsma Stephanie has been attending Peace since 2015 and has been on staff since 2017. Originally from Dutton, Michigan, she is married to Jason, an electrician with Buist Electric. They have a son and a daughter, and as a family, they enjoy camping trips to the UP and participating in 4H at the Barry County fair. In her free time, Stephanie loves outdoor activities such as fishing, biking, and hiking with her family and dog, and she enjoys caring for their small hobby farm animals. A Bible verse that has always resonated with her is Deuteronomy 33:27: "The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms." Contact Facilities Department

Emily Graphic Designer Emily Van Til Emily began attending Peace and joined the staff in June of 2026. She grew up in Middleville and went to Thornapple Kellogg Schools. Her and her husband got married in October of 2023, live in Middleville, and have a cat named Tilly, and a dog named Otis. She loves indoor plants, the outdoors, is an avid crafter, and loves anything to do with cooking and baking! Her favorite verse is James 1:2-4. Contact the Communications Admin

He Will By No Means Lose His Reward May 17, 2026 He Will By No Means Lose His Reward Sermon Series: Lines in the Sand Download PDF Matthew 10:40-42 40 “Whoever receives you receives me, and whoever receives me receives him who sent me. 41 The one who receives a prophet because he is a prophet will receive a prophet's reward, and the one who receives a righteous person because he is a righteous person will receive a righteous person's reward. 42 And whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup of cold water because he is a disciple, truly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.” Main Idea THE LINE IN THE SAND: OUR REWARD IS ON THE LINE Outline TO RECEIVE THE GOSPEL MESSAGE IS TO RECEIVE GOD’S PRESENCE (V40) TO PARTAKE IN GOSPEL WORK IS TO RECEIVE GOD’S REWARDS (VV41–42) Discussion Questions TO RECEIVE THE GOSPEL MESSAGE IS TO RECEIVE GOD’S PRESENCE (V40) What stands out to you about Jesus saying, “Whoever receives you receives me”? How does this passage elevate the importance of sharing and receiving the Gospel? Why is the presence of God the greatest reward we could ever receive? What are some ways people can know about the Gospel without truly receiving it? How is “going to church” different from truly belonging to Christ? TO PARTAKE IN GOSPEL WORK IS TO RECEIVE GOD’S REWARDS (VV41–42) What confuses people about the idea of rewards in Christianity? How are rewards different from earning salvation? Why is it important to understand the difference between legalism and grace? What are some signs that someone may subtly believe they are accepted by God because they are “good enough”? How does grace motivate obedience differently than guilt or fear? What stands out to you about Jesus emphasizing even small acts of kindness, like giving a cup of cold water? Why do seemingly small acts of faithfulness matter so much to God? Which comes more naturally to you: Standing boldly for truth, or quietly serving others with kindness? Why do we need both toughness and tenderness as followers of Jesus? What would faithfulness to God look like in your current season of life? OUR ACTIONS MATTER, EVEN THOUGH WE ARE SAVED BY GRACE Why do people sometimes assume that if salvation is by grace, then effort and obedience do not matter? How should the promise of eternal rewards shape the way we live now? What does it look like to move beyond simply wanting to “get into heaven” toward truly wanting to be faithful to God? Where are you tempted toward spiritual passivity or complacency? What is one area where you sense God calling you to greater faithfulness? Looking Forward What is one specific way you can participate more intentionally in Gospel work this week, whether through serving, generosity, encouragement, sharing your faith, or simple acts of kindness? Prayer Focus Pray for… A deeper love for the Gospel and the presence of God Hearts that truly receive Jesus as Lord, not just intellectually but personally Freedom from legalism and confidence in God’s grace through Christ A growing desire to faithfully participate in God’s Kingdom work Wisdom to understand the difference between earning salvation and living faithfully because of salvation Strength to live with both courage and compassion Eyes to see opportunities for small acts of kindness and service Faithfulness in both public and unseen obedience A longing to hear God say, “Well done, good and faithful servant” Lives that increasingly reflect gratitude for the amazing grace of God

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Derek Middle School Coordinator Derek Dean Derek has been attending Peace since 2021 and joined the staff in June 2024. Originally from Wisconsin, he grew up in California from age 6 to 29. Derek and his wife, Julie, have been together since high school and married for 10 years. They have three children: Ellie, Riley, and Carson. The family loves being active, playing sports, and camping. Since moving to Michigan, Derek has taken up hunting, fishing, and foraging for morels. His favorite Bible verse is Galatians 6:2: "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." Contact the Family Ministry Admin

Him We Proclaim October 5, 2025 Him We Proclaim Sermon Series: Proclaim Download PDF Colossians 1:28 Colossians 1:28 - “Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.” Main Idea We proclaim Christ so people will know him and grow in him. Outline 1a. “Him we proclaim” means preaching what people don’t want to Hear (“…warning everyone…”) 1b. “Him we proclaim” means preaching what people need to Hear (“…Teaching everyone…”) 1c. “Him we proclaim” means preaching in a way they can hear (“…with all wisdom…”) 2. “Him we proclaim” means preaching so people will become who god is calling them to be (“…that we may present everone mature in christ.”) Discussion Questions “Him we proclaim” means preaching what people don’t want to Hear (“…warning everyone…”) What are some of the aspects of the Christian message that people in our modern world don’t want to hear? What are some of the aspects of biblical teachings that are hard for you to hear and process? How could you grow in better following this call to proclaim things that others don’t want to hear? “Him we proclaim” means preaching what people need to Hear (“…Teaching everyone…”) What are the ways you have made receiving Christian teaching a priority in your life? In what ways have you lacked prioritizing it? When was the last time you learned something from God’s Word that changed you? What was it? In what ways has God called you to teach the Bible to others? “Him we proclaim” means preaching in a way they can hear (“…with all wisdom…”) Why is proclaiming God’s message with wisdom “in a way people call hear” an important aspect of sharing the gospel and teaching the Bible? What is a way you have seen God’s message connected well to a specific context or person in your life? What ways have you seen the disconnect with someone trying to proclaim God’s message? What does proclaim with all wisdom look like in the different contexts of your life (home, work, community)? “Him we proclaim” means preaching so people will become who god is calling them to be (“…that we may present everone mature in christ.”) What or who do you think of when you picture what “Christian maturity” looks like? What areas of the Christian walk has God been growing your maturity in recently? What are things that get in the way of you growing into Christian maturity? What are some adjustments you can make in the next week to grow in maturity and be more prepared to make disciples? Looking Forward In the upcoming days and weeks, what is something you can commit to in order to grow in proclaiming Christ and in becoming a more mature follower of Jesus? Prayer Focus Pray for Peace Church to continue proclaiming, warning, teaching, and growing our people to Christian maturity. The members of your group to proclaim Him and become mature in Christ. Boldness to share things that people don’t want to hear but need to hear. Wisdom to proclaim God’s message in ways that the people you interact with can hear. Your group and your families to be filled with mature disciples who make more disciples of Jesus. Our announced upcoming campus in Hastings, for the right leader, a starting group who will passionately reach Hastings, and all those in Hastings and the surrounding area who need to hear Christ proclaimed.

The Purpose Is Personal February 16, 2025 The Purpose Is Personal Sermon Series: Contender Download PDF Jude 17-23 Main Idea Contend for the faith because the purpose is personal Outline 1: The purpose is personal so it will affect you (vv17-19) 2: The purpose is personal so stay in God’s love (vv20-21) 3: The purpose is personal so remember your mission (vv22-23) Discussion Questions The Purpose Affects You Personally (Jude 17-19) Jude reminds believers to remember the predictions of the apostles about scoffers following ungodly desires. How do these warnings resonate with current challenges to your faith? In what ways have you observed divisions or worldly influences affecting your personal walk with God? Staying in God’s Love (Jude 20-21) Jude encourages building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit. What practices help you to strengthen your faith daily? How do you actively keep yourself in God’s love, especially during times of doubt or struggle? Remembering Your Mission (Jude 22-23) Jude instructs to show mercy to those who doubt and save others by snatching them from the fire. How can you apply this mission in your interactions with others? What steps can you take to balance mercy and truth when addressing false teachings or misconceptions about the faith? Application Questions Personal Reflection Identify areas in your life where you may have become complacent in your faith. What changes can you implement to actively contend for your personal faith? Community Engagement How can you support fellow believers in staying true to their personal purpose in Christ? Consider specific actions or initiatives. Outreach Opportunities Think of someone in your life who is struggling with doubt or misinformation about the faith. How can you personally reach out to them this week to offer support and guidance? Looking Forward Prayer Focus