Chino Church of Christ Bulletin – October 18 2026
11940 Telephone Avenue Chino, CA 91710 / 909-628-9428
OCTOBER 18, 2026
Above all, welcome to the October 18 2026 bulletin of the Chino Church of Christ. In addition, this week you will find our worship and Bible class schedule, the October Bible reading plan, prayer requests, upcoming events, and an article on studying the Bible in context.
Welcome to Our October 18 2026 Bulletin
First of all, we would like to extend a welcome to those who are visiting today! Also, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask. Above all, we are honored with your presence, and we look forward to getting to know you.
Our Shepherds
Reuben Lacuata
949-278-4215
rrlacuata@gmail.com
Brunel Merilus
909-606-4631
bmerilus@hotmail.com
Our Deacons
Jerry Thompson
909-597-2936
olepump@msn.com
Danny Proffitt
909-815-5899
danproffitt1@icloud.com
Bible Classes and Worship
Sunday
Adult & Children Bible Classes:
9:30 am to 10:15 am
Worship:
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Bible Study and Worship:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday
Bible Class
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Currently, Mark Anthony is leading our Bible class. Also, on the last Wednesday of the month we will have an evening of singing.
Thursday
Ladies’ Bible Class
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Meanwhile, Roma Lacuata and Karen Burton are conducting a study from the book of Genesis.
PM Service
5:00 pm
Read Through the Bible in a Year – October 2026
Additionally, this is the Daily Bible Reading Schedule for October 2026. As always, we take the daily readings from the Gospel Gazette website. For example, today, October 18, we read Matthew 12-15.
| Day | Reading | Day | Reading |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esther 4-7 | 17 | Matthew 8-11 |
| 2 | Esther 8-10 | 18 | Matthew 12-15 |
| 3 | Ezra 1-4 | 19 | Matthew 16-19 |
| 4 | Haggai 1-2; Zechariah 1-2 | 20 | Matthew 20-22 |
| 5 | Zechariah 3-6 | 21 | Matthew 23-25 |
| 6 | Zechariah 7-10 | 22 | Matthew 26-28 |
| 7 | Zechariah 11-14 | 23 | Mark 1-3 |
| 8 | Ezra 5-7 | 24 | Mark 4-6 |
| 9 | Ezra 8-10 | 25 | Mark 7-10 |
| 10 | Nehemiah 1-3 | 26 | Mark 11-13 |
| 11 | Nehemiah 4-6 | 27 | Mark 14-16 |
| 12 | Nehemiah 7-9 | 28 | Luke 1-3 |
| 13 | Nehemiah 10-13 | 29 | Luke 4-6 |
| 14 | Malachi 1-4 | 30 | Luke 7-9 |
| 15 | Matthew 1-4 | 31 | Luke 10-13 |
| 16 | Matthew 5-7 |
“Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker!” – Psalm 95:6
Also, in the lobby, near the entrance door, you’ll find folders containing our updated directory. So, please take a look and help yourselves!
Please Continue to Lift Up in Prayer…
- Pray for Christians around the world experiencing persecution, discrimination, and hardship because of their faith. Moreover, ask God to strengthen, protect, and encourage them. In addition, pray for peace in the many conflicts throughout the world, asking God to bring comfort to those who are suffering and for them to come to know Him. Lastly, pray for wisdom, compassion, and reconciliation for those who can help bring an end to violence.
- Our Seniors – Also, remember all of our senior saints, with special prayers for those who are homebound.
- Our Families – Furthermore, pray for families raising children in today’s world and for those carrying the heartache of loved ones who have wandered from the faith.
- Our Shepherds – Finally, pray for Reuben Lacuata and Brunel Merilus as they lead with wisdom and care.
Works Supported by the Congregation
Benevolent Efforts:
- City of Children (Orphanage in Mexico)
- Orphan’s Lifeline International, including our sponsored young man, Anil Pangi
- Agape Village (Children’s Home)
Evangelistic Efforts:
- Preacher Training Schools: Bear Valley Bible Institute, Sunset International Bible Institute, and Southwest School of Bible Studies
- Congregation in the Philippines: Bicol Region
- Television Ministry: In Search of the Lord’s Way (a nationwide gospel program) is available for viewing on YouTube @SearchTVMinistry. However, if you can’t find the program through your TV provider, you can easily access all of their videos there.
Upcoming Dates from the October 18 2026 Bulletin
- TONIGHT – 10/18: Our brother Horace will be starting a new series of studies on FAITH, beginning at 5:00 pm. So, please join us!
- 10/22, 10/29: Also, Ladies’ Bible Class meets at the building at 1:00 pm. Currently, we are studying the book of Genesis. However, in lieu of our regular study, we will have a service day on the first Thursday of each month to clean and set up our classrooms with the necessary materials for conducting Bible classes for children.
- 10/27: Lastly, Lunch Bunch will meet at Casa Sanchez, 2264 S. Mountain Avenue, Ontario, at 11:30 am.
Booth Saved Lincoln – Featured Article for October 18 2026
By Neal Pollard / January 2, 2026
Admittedly, the very title might offend some people, but it is the truth. Of course, context helps.
A Story That Needs Context
To clarify, it was Edwin Booth, not John Wilkes. Likewise, it was Robert, not Abraham, Lincoln. At the time, Edwin and Robert were among customers buying passage on a sleeping car in Jersey City, New Jersey. Suddenly, Robert lost his balance and fell into an open space between the train and the station platform. In fact, by all accounts, he would have been crushed and likely killed if Edwin had not seized him and quickly pulled him out onto the platform.1
Why Context Matters
Indeed, context can be very helpful. Without it, however, we can draw some erroneous and even fatal conclusions. In fact, this is especially true with the Bible, a book many may know a little about but neglect to study with depth and purpose. As a result, many people base doctrines and conclusions on statements taken out of context.
- For example: “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31).
- “The Lord hardened Pharaoh’s heart” (Exodus 9:12; 10:20; 14:8).
- “Jacob I have loved, but Esau I have hated” (Malachi 1:2–3; Romans 9:13).
- “Whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved” (Joel 2:32; Acts 2:21; Romans 10:13).
- “Where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them” (Matthew 18:20).
Read the Surrounding Verses
First, sometimes the content of a verse is understood better just by reading the verses before and after it. For example, that is the case in Acts 16:31 and Matthew 18:20. For example, in Acts, Paul and Silas teach the jailer about Jesus and that faith includes repentance and baptism (16:32–34). Similarly, in Matthew, the subject is not worship, but church discipline (18:15–18).
Consider the Broader Context
Second, sometimes a statement needs to be understood in light of the broader context. For instance, that would be the case regarding Pharaoh and Esau. Specifically, the Lord hardened Pharaoh’s heart through the plagues, causing the Egyptian king to rebel against God’s will and choose pride over penitence. Likewise, in the case of Esau, as Paul explains, the idea is God’s sovereign choice. Nevertheless, God was not unjust. Instead, He had a purpose for choosing Jacob over Esau (Romans 9:11).
Look at All the Bible Says
Third, sometimes a statement causes us to look deeper into all the Bible says about the subject. For example, consider the idea of calling on the name of the Lord to be saved. However, rather than salvation by confession only, the Bible teaches what is involved in calling on the name of the Lord. For instance, Ananias taught Saul that this is done when one is baptized, washing away sins (Acts 22:16).
Handling the Word Accurately
Therefore, when we are studying the Bible, we must always do so contextually. After all, it makes the difference in the conclusions we draw. Above all, God expects us to handle His word accurately! (2 Timothy 2:15). So, may we be the best Bible students we can be.
“Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” – 2 Timothy 2:15
Endnote
1 See Robert T. Lincoln, “Letter to Richard Watson Gilder,” Letters of Note: An Eclectic Collection of Correspondence Deserving of a Wider Audience, vol. 1, ed. Shaun Usher (San Francisco: Chronicle Books, 2014), 282.
Finally, the above article was taken from House to House. Read the original at Booth Saved Lincoln, and visit the House to House website for more Bible articles.
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Missed last week? First, read the October 11, 2026 bulletin. Finally, we hope to see you this Sunday, October 18 2026, at the Chino Church of Christ!