June 20, 2026

Rev. Christopher Everson • Sr. Pastor
June 20, 2026

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Morning: Pss. 104; 149
Evening: Pss. 138; 98
Num. 13: 31-14:25
Rom. 3: 9-20
Matt. 19: 1-12

Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Romans 3: 9-20


God of all ages, we are thankful for the law that you have given us. It shows us our sin and reminds us that we need a Savior. Allow us to fully live in the grace of Jesus Christ, so that as we live our lives seeking you, the power of sin is removed in our lives and we can then boldly proclaim Jesus to those around us, not only in our words, but in our actions and love. We lift this prayer confidently in the power of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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June 21, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 21, 2026
Father’s Day Morning: Pss. 19; 150 Evening: Pss. 81; 113 Num. 14:26–45 Acts 15:1–12 Luke 12:49–56 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Acts 15:1–12 Blessed are you, O Lord our God, King of the universe. You knew that the whole world needed to be saved. We know that signs and wonders are being done in your name throughout the entire world. Each act calls people to come to know you as their Creator and God. Give us opportunities to share our faith and not place weighty restrictions that inhibit people from fully knowing you. So that the saving grace of Jesus Christ may dwell in the hearts of the faithful. We lift this prayer in the name of the three-in-one, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.

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June 20, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
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Morning: Pss. 104; 149 Evening: Pss. 138; 98 Num. 13: 31-14:25 Rom. 3: 9-20 Matt. 19: 1-12 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Romans 3: 9-20 God of all ages, we are thankful for the law that you have given us. It shows us our sin and reminds us that we need a Savior. Allow us to fully live in the grace of Jesus Christ, so that as we live our lives seeking you, the power of sin is removed in our lives and we can then boldly proclaim Jesus to those around us, not only in our words, but in our actions and love. We lift this prayer confidently in the power of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 19, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 19, 2026
Morning: Pss. 51; 148 Evening: Pss. 142; 65 Num. 13: 1-3, 21-30 Rom. 2: 25-3:8 Matt. 18:21-35 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Romans 2: 25-3:8 God who is faithful, we praise you that even in those moments when we are unfaithful, your faithfulness is always true. May your glory shine light on all that is evil so that your truthfulness increases the glory in us and in our world. Let us live our lives worthy of the calling you have placed on us through Jesus Christ our Lord. Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 18, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Weekly Update
Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, June 21 - Father’s Day 10 am Worship Gatherings - Join us for Sunday service at Glenda Arnold ECLC or online. Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming starts at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC Youth Ministry - Meet in the teacher’s lounge at Glenda Arnold ECLC at 8:45 am Small Groups - Scripture Seekers and Faith Forward meet at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC No Evening Meetings Father’s Day Monday, June 22nd Pastor Chris Group Spiritual Direction - Meets 10 am in Pastor Chris’s office Leadership Board Work Session on TEAMS - 7 pm Tuesday, June 23rd Staff Meeting - Pastor Chris’s office Wednesday, June 24th The Well - 6:00 pm Wesley Hall. Praise Team Practice - 7:00 pm - Glenda Arnold ECLC Thursday, June 25th Isaiah III class - 11:00 am - Pastor Chris’s office The Good Place Donation Drop ff - 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Family Life Center Sign up to Volunteer The Good Place Sale- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Family Life Center Our Daily Bread Food Distribution - 5:30 - 7 pm - Our Daily Bread House Sign up to Volunteer Friday, June 26th The Good Place Work day- 9 - 2 pm Family Life Center. Sign up to Volunteer Saturday, Saturday, June 27 Our Daily Bread Food Distribution - 9:00 am - 10:30 am - Our Daily Bread House Sign up to Volunteer The Good Place Sale and Donation Drop off - 9:00 am - 2:00 pm - Family Life Center - Sign up to Volunteer. Upcoming Events Youth WeekJune 23 - July 3New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "Faith of A Father" | Pastor Christopher Everson 1 John 2: 13-14 Today, we get to hear from fathers in our congregation. Thank you, Joe Summers, Nick Butcher, and Charlie Hammer for letting Pastor Chris interview you about your faith as a dad. Watch last week’s sermon 👇Faith is ConfidenceWatch OnlineSubscribe To Our Podcast Community Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer. Here's what our community is lifting up this week: 🙏 David & Lena Reyes – David begins chemotherapy this week. Believing for strength, peace, and full healing. 🙏 The Nguyen Family – Grieving the loss of Grandma Rose, who went home to be with the Lord on Monday. May they feel surrounded by love. 🙏 Our College Students – Spring finals season is here. Wisdom, rest, and perspective over pressure. 🙏 Our City – For the families still displaced after the January fires — continued provision, housing, and hope. Submit your own prayer request here. Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Here Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sundays at 10:00 AM Glenda Arnold ECLC - 1400 FM 1777, Royse City TX 75189 Next Week: We continue our Solid Steps series with the message “God’s Chosen People” – Colossians 3:12 See you soon ☀️

Rev. Christopher Everson

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June 18, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 18, 2026
Morning: Pss. 97; 147:12–20 Evening: Pss. 16; 62 Num. 12:1–16 Rom. 2:12–24 Matt. 18:10-20 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Romans 2: 12-24 God of truth and light, you have written the requirements of the law on our hearts, allowing us to see what is right and what is wrong. Each day, we have the opportunity to teach others about you. Allow our lives to be a full witness of your love and grace; strengthen us to live lives that match what we show on the outside with what dwells in our hearts as we live in Jesus Christ our Lord, and we lift this prayer in his powerful name. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 17, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 17, 2026
Morning: Pss. 89:1–18; 147:1–11 Evening: Pss. 1; 33 Num. 11:24–33 (34–35) Rom. 1:28–2:11 Matt. 18:1–9 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Romans 1: 28-2:11 God of grace and glory, allow us to attain the knowledge of you so we can avoid being filled with wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. Let us know the love that is of you so we may live lives in your kindness that leads us to repentance. While it may be easy to pass judgment on others, may your grace enable us to do good so we may live in the honor and peace of Jesus Christ, who, with you and the Holy Spirit, is worshiped and glorified. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 16, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 16, 2026
Morning: Pss. 42; 146 Evening: Pss. 102; 133 Numbers 11:1-23 Romans 1:16-25 Matt. 17: 22-27 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Romans 1: 16-25 God of power and might, we thank you for the gift of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Through that gospel your righteousness is revealed so that we may live by faith. Help us to live in the plain truth about you so we may live by your eternal power and divine nature to avoid all godlessness and wickedness of this world, but hold fast as we give thanks to you through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 15, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 15, 2026
Morning: Pss. 5; 145 Evening: Pss. 82; 29 Num. 9:15–23; 10:29–36 Rom. 1:1–15 Matt. 17:14–21 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Romans 1: 1-15 Holy and loving God, you have called us to share your gospel with the world around us. Let us give thanks for those in our community as we encourage one another through our faith in Jesus Christ. May all the gifts that you have given to us be a testimony of your love and grace so that in all we do Christ will be proclaimed. We lift this prayer in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 14, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 14, 2026
Morning: Pss. 103; 150 Evening: Pss. 117; 139 Num. 6: 22-27 Acts 13: 1-12 Luke 12: 41-48 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Acts 13: 1-12 God who leads us, we are thankful that you have given us companions for the journey ahead. Set us apart like Saul and Barnabas, so we may have partners to proclaim Christ to the world around us. Let us share in the message of Jesus, so through our relationships we can see the ultimate relationship of the Triune God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 13, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
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Morning: Pss. 63; 149 Evening: Pss. 125; 90 Num. 3: 1-13 Gal. 6: 11-18 Matt. 17: 1-13 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Galatians 6: 11-18 Holy and Loving God, let our boast be only in the cross of Jesus Christ, in which we have been crucified to the world and the world to us. As we live as a part of the new creation, let the peace and mercy that comes from you strengthen us in the grace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 12, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 12, 2026
Morning: Pss. 84; 148 Evening: Pss. 25; 40 Eccl. 11:9 - 12:14 Gal. 5: 25- 6:10 Matt. 16: 21-28 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Galatians 5: 25-6:10. God who carries us, let us use that image to remind us when we are in community to carry the burdens of our sisters and brothers. Let us avoid the comparison so we may do good things for each other. Let us not become weary in doing good so the harvest we reap may be good work for the family of believers in Christ. We lift this prayer in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

June 11, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
June 11, 2026
Morning: Pss. 116: 147: 12-20 Evening: Pss. 26; 130 Eccl. 11: 1-8 Gal. 5: 16 - 24 Matt. 16: 13-20 Our prayer for today is a prayer based on Galatians. 5: 16 - 24 Holy and Loving God, we give you thanks for the gift of your Holy Spirit to journey with us. While we may be tempted to gratify the desires of the flesh. We pray that the guiding of the Holy Spirit leads us to live the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Allow that fruit to remind us that we live our lives in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

Rev. Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor