LHF This Week: Mar. 8-15, 2026
- Living Hope Fellowship
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Hello, Mid-March!
As we move deeper into March, we’re reminded how quickly seasons change. The days are growing longer, the weather is beginning to shift, and signs of new life are starting to appear around us. In the same way, God is always at work—quietly and faithfully shaping our hearts and drawing us closer to Him.
In this week’s edition, you’ll find a Sunday Worship recap, reminders about upcoming events, our continued Bible reading plan, and this week’s prayer list. Let’s take a look at what’s happening around Living Hope Fellowship.
Sunday Worship Recap
We had a wonderful time gathering together this Sunday to worship the Lord and open His Word. Pastor Derek continued our study through Colossians, preaching from Colossians 1:15–23.
The big idea of the message was clear:
Nothing and no one can come before or beside Jesus.
We were reminded of three important truths about who Jesus is:
Jesus is God
We were created by Jesus and for Jesus
Jesus is redeeming creation
Pastor Derek also walked us through three powerful realities about Christ’s place in our lives:
Jesus is first
Jesus went first
Jesus must be put first
To help us reflect personally, he left us with three important questions:
Is Jesus important, or is He truly first in my life?
What gets my first and my best?
Am I listening to and obeying Jesus?
It was a powerful reminder that Jesus is not meant to simply be part of our lives—He is meant to be the center of everything. If you missed the sermon, you can listen or watch anytime on our website, podcast platform, or YouTube channel.
Upcoming Events
Be sure to mark your calendars:
Tuesday, March 10 – 11:30 AM Senior Lunch @ Suggins Restaurant, 345 Romany Road, Lexington.
Tuesday, March 10 -- 6:30 PM Women's Bible Study @ Church, Front Classroom
Friday, March 13 -- 7:00 AM Men's Bible Study @ Panera, Brannon Crossing
Sunday, March 15 – After Church Loving on Grace Drive
Our Outreach Team will be delivering cookies to the homes on Grace Drive as a simple way to love and serve our neighbors. Volunteers will introduce themselves, share a small gift, and ask if there is anything we can pray for.
Sunday, March 29 Palm Sunday Communion Service
Join us as we gather to remember Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem and prepare our hearts for Easter through a special time of worship and communion.
There are many opportunities in the coming weeks to gather, grow, and serve together.
Bible Reading This Week
Join us as we continue reading through the Bible together in 2026:
Mon, Mar 9: Numbers 32–33
Tue, Mar 10: Numbers 34–36
Wed, Mar 11: Deuteronomy 1–2
Thu, Mar 12: Deuteronomy 3–4
Fri, Mar 13: Deuteronomy 5–7
Sat, Mar 14: Deuteronomy 8–10
Sun, Mar 15: Deuteronomy 11–13; Psalm 92
As we transition into Deuteronomy, we see Moses reminding God’s people of His faithfulness and calling them to wholehearted obedience.
Prayer List
Let’s faithfully lift up these needs together:
Archie Falin: Continued health and strength
Jordan Leedy: Fell and broke ankle. Pray for healing and recovery
Koos Basson: Recovering from surgery
Brazil Mission Team: Pray for funding and preparation
South Africa Mission Team: Pray for funding for the added team member
Paraguay Trip (Pastor Chris and Don Flynn): Pray for preparation and impact
Amber Hinkle: Recovering from surgery
Lynn Abrams: Surgery Monday
John Ferguson: Surgery Thursday
Mr. Leatherman (Kevin Leatherman’s father in Pennsylvania)
Joanie Zarth (Wilma Chaney’s friend): Cancer
Thank you for being a praying church family.
Looking Ahead
As we continue walking through this season together, may we keep Jesus at the center of everything. When Christ truly comes first in our lives, our priorities, our worship, and our relationships all begin to fall into their proper place.
We look forward to seeing you this week and—Lord willing—together again next Sunday as we gather to worship.
Until then, may the Lord bless you, strengthen you, and fill your home with His peace.