True Vine - September 10th, 2025

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In a powerful sermon titled  Cling to the Lord Your God,"  Allan Muchiri delves into the final words of Joshua, found in the book of Joshua, chapter 23.

This message draws from the profound and timeless wisdom found in Joshua's farewell address to the leaders of Israel. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of looking back at God's unwavering faithfulness in our lives. Just as the Israelites were called to remember all that God had done for them, we too are encouraged to reflect on His past actions to strengthen us for the future.

Two Ways to "Cling to the Lord":

At the heart of this message is the clear command from Joshua 23:8: "But you are to hold fast to the Lord your God as you have until now." This single directive provides us with a clear path forward, which can be followed in two main ways:

• Do Not Turn from God's Word: A central part of holding fast to God is found in our relationship with His word. To truly love God is to obey His law.
  
  This sermon offers practical guidance on how to engage with the Scriptures by highlighting six key actions: hearing it, reading it, studying it, memorizing it, meditating on it, and applying it to our lives. It also includes a crucial caution against the subtle danger of allowing man-made rules or theological systems to take precedence over the pure, unadulterated truth of the Bible.
  
  
• Turn Away from the World: This message uses Joshua's warning against forming alliances with the nations that remained in the land as a powerful analogy for our lives today.
  
  It explains the dangerous progression that can occur when we compromise with sin—it often begins with a tolerance of sinful behavior, which then slowly evolves into an acceptance of it, and ultimately leads to full participation. This serves as a strong call to turn away from the world's ungodliness and maintain a close, pure relationship with God.

A Message of Hope:

The sermon concludes with a powerful and hopeful note. It acknowledges the simple truth that we cannot fulfill these commands on our own. Our human nature falls short. However, this message reassures us that the power to obey God and turn from the world's ungodliness is not something we must generate ourselves.

It is a divine gift provided through Jesus Christ and the empowering work of the Holy Spirit, which enables us to live a life of faithfulness and cling to the Lord.

For more insights and to watch the full sermon, you can find the video here:

Blessings,
The Karen Vineyard Church Team

Upcoming Events & Ways to Connect

• Baby Dedication Classes
  
  For parents with little ones aged 2 and under, we'd love to invite you to our Baby Dedication service on Sunday, September 21st. Please note that a prerequisite class will be held on Sunday, September 14th, at 9:00 AM in the Crèche Class (0-3 years).
  
  Ready to register? Sign up here.
  
  
• Night of Worship 
  
  Saturday October 4th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at KSL.
  
  This is a time to worship through song, pray for one another and our families, and connect as siblings in our faith family. Worship nights aren't just for "deep" people—they are for the whole congregation! Whether you want to go deeper or you're just learning how to pray, everyone is invited.
  
  
• Ladies Night Out
  
  Ladies, get ready for a night out!  Join us for fun, food, and fellowship on October 6th at Acacia Tree Lodge from 7-9 PM. We have a fantastic speaker lined up.
  
  Grab a friend and register on the KVC Women's Ministry WhatsApp group. 

Find Your Community

Looking for a place to truly belong? Our community groups are growing, and we're seeing people connect and do life together beyond Sunday service. These groups are where real friendships and support are found. If you haven't joined a group yet, now is the perfect time.

Find a group that's right for you and sign up here.
 
A Daily Dose of God's Word

Our daily weeknight Bible reading is going to the 3rd month this September! We're loving how this simple habit is helping us all connect with God's word and with each other. It's an easy way to build consistency and grow in your faith.

• When: Every weeknight from 8:45 PM - 9:00 PM (EAT) on Zoom.
• Click here to join in
  

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