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Saturday, March 14, 2026
Newsletter March 15 2026
Pastor’s message March 8,
Transformed: The Transfiguration
Brandon Ayers, Minister to Singles and Metro, shared a powerful message from Matthew 17 on the Transfiguration of Jesus. In this remarkable moment on the mountain, Jesus’ face shone like the sun and His clothes became dazzling white, revealing His divine glory to the disciples.
The appearance of Moses and Elijah affirmed that Jesus fulfills the Law and the Prophets, while the voice of God declared with authority, “This is my beloved Son… listen to Him.” The Transfiguration was not Jesus becoming something new—it was the unveiling of who He had always been.
Brandon reminded us that this revelation calls for a response. When we truly see Jesus for who He is—the Son of Glory and the suffering servant—we are challenged to remove anything that clouds our vision of Him and to live with renewed obedience, clarity, and purpose.
This message invites us to look again at Christ and allow His glory to transform how we see Him and how we live.
March 8 Lesson: Jeff Pennington — Ecclesiastes 5:1–8
In our March 8 Foundations class, Jeff Pennington guided us through Ecclesiastes 5:1–8, where the preacher shifts from the futility of life “under the sun” to a profound call for reverent worship before God.
Jeff reminded us that worship is not merely a routine or a convenient moment in our week. Instead, it is a heart posture of awe, humility, and attentive listening before the Lord. Solomon’s words challenge us to guard our steps as we approach God, to listen more than we speak, and to recognize the greatness of the One we worship.
The lesson also offered practical encouragement for our daily walk—preparing our hearts for worship, being thoughtful in our words before God, and remembering that worship reorients our lives from the distractions of the world back to the presence of the Lord.
If you were not able to be with us—or if you would like to revisit Jeff’s thoughtful insights—take a few moments to watch the lesson below.
The God of Time:
Discovering God’s Beautiful Timing
This Sunday in Foundations, Rand Wall will guide us into one of the most encouraging passages in Ecclesiastes: Ecclesiastes 3:9–15, a lesson titled “The God of Time.”
Solomon raises a question many of us have asked: What do we truly gain from all our work and effort? When life is viewed only “under the sun,” it can seem like constant activity without lasting reward. But this passage lifts our eyes to a greater truth—God is sovereign over time and is working out His purposes with perfect wisdom.
In this lesson we will see how God brings meaning to our days and how He has placed eternity in the human heart, giving us a longing for something greater than the temporary things of this world.
Rand will help us consider how trusting God’s timing brings peace in seasons of uncertainty and how learning to fear and revere Him anchors our lives in what truly lasts.
Join us Sunday as we gather for this insightful and encouraging study, and discover how the God of eternity is at work in the moments of our lives.
Brisket and Brotherhood:
The BBQ Trail Stops at Pizzitola’s
Foundations men, saddle up for the next stop on the Men’s BBQ Trail! Trail Boss Richard is leading the charge to Pizzitola’s Heritage BBQ on March 26 at 11:20 AM—a Houston legend that’s been smoking meat on historic brick pits since 1935. In fact, Pizzitola’s is so historic that it’s actually older than some of the men in our class.
Their recipe is beautifully simple: salt, pepper, fire, and Texas post oak. Translation: put the sauce bottle down and trust the 90-year-old process.
One local review even claims Pizzitola’s beats the famous Truth BBQ—and the best part? No line. For a group of hungry men on a mission, those may be the most encouraging words ever spoken.
Bring an empty stomach, invite a neighbor who might be easily persuaded by brisket queso or brisket enchiladas, and join us around a table seasoned with nearly a century of Texas smoke.
Just remember—on the BBQ Trail, small group discussion is often the peaceful sound of brisket and ribs being munched… until someone looks at Trail Boss Richard and suggests ordering another plate in order to extend the discussion.
Review Lessons Learned
Level Up Conference
January 30, 2026
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Apples of Gold — A Song That Captures Our Mission
Our new Foundations Class theme, “Apples of Gold,” is inspired by Proverbs 25:11 —
“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.”
The apples of gold represent the life-giving truth of Scripture, while the
settings of silver reflect the strong fellowship and structure that hold that truth high in our class.
In a busy Houston week, Foundations remains our staging ground of grace—anchored in Christ,
grounded in doctrine, and committed to reaching every Houston face.
It’s more than music.
It’s our mission set to melody.
The Midweek Refreshment of Shared Prayer
Join our community as we pause together for the Sweet Hour of Prayer every Wednesday at noon.
Please send your prayer requests to Karen at 713-204-8384 by Tuesday so they may be included.
Walking Together Through Future Grace
This month we pause to review Section I from February and look ahead to Section II: Free and Future Grace for March. Together we are learning that grace is not only God’s gift for the past, but His strength for the days still ahead.
March’s reading points us toward deeper dependence on the Lord, reminding us that His grace is sufficient for weary hearts, humble faith, and every step yet to come.
Stay Connected — Or Quietly Step Back. You're in Control with Our Foundations GroupMe
We’ve created a Foundations Class GroupMe message center as a convenient,
real-time way to share prayer requests, announcements, and encouraging messages.
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or jump into the conversation when something grabs your heart.
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