Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Family Bowling Blast
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Mexico Outreach
Want to find out how to get involved? Check out our outreach webpage here, or email us at info@newlifecommunitychurch.net.
Monday, April 28, 2014
4/27/14 Message
1) Is the busyness of life crowding out time for God? vs 29 “time is short”
2) Is too much of my life spent on things that won’t really matter in the long run? vs 31 “passing away”
3) Am I more concerned with pleasing a person rather than pleasing God? vs 32 -34 “please the Lord” “Please his wife”
4) Do I need to re-prioritize my life to give God the place He deserves? vs 35 “live in a right way”
To listen to the message or download the outline, visit our website.
The Biblical Value of Giving
Jesus says, "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Matthew 6:21). To learn more about giving, check out the giving page at our website.
Connecting Point
Connecting Point is first step to get connected with our church family. We’re glad you’re here and want to welcome you. Join us after the 11am service on May 18th to hear more about New Life, ask questions, and meet some of our leaders. Bring the whole family. We’ll bring the food! Sign up at the information center on Sunday or email us at info@newlifecommunitychurch.net
Thursday, April 24, 2014
Join us for week two of Accelerate!
It’s not too late to be a part of Accelerate. Last week (week one) was an introduction to the workshop. This week is our very first topic, so it’s not too late to be a part. Accelerate is a great step for growing spiritually and getting plugged in at New Life. For more information on Accelerate, click here.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Family Bowling Blast
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Child Dedication
If you would like to have your child or children dedicated let us know so we can help you make that happen.
Click here for more information on Child Dedication at New Life.Please email us at info@newlifecommunitychurch.net with any questions.
Monday, April 21, 2014
4/20/14 Message
This past Sunday, we celebrated Easter Sunday and looked at the parable of the Prodigal Son. Here are some thoughts from Luke 15:
2) God uses times of need to bring us back to our senses. vs 14 “began to be in need”
3) The road home to God begins with repentance. vs 17 “came to his senses”
A) An acknowledgment of sin - "I have sinned against heaven and against
you"
B) A realization that God takes us back because of His great love, not our
goodness. "I'm not worthy"
C) A desire to start living for God. "Make me like one of your hired men"
4) Returning to God happens when we get up and do something about it. vs 20 “So he got up”
5) God is willing to meet us even while we’re still a long ways off. vs 20 “While he was still a long way off”
6) Returning to God is a time of celebration, not punishment. vs 23 “celebrate”
7) Jesus Christ fully paid the price for our sins to be forgiven, in order that we can be reconciled to God. vs 24 “was dead…is alive”
To listen to the message or download the full outline, go to our website.
Parent-Teen Banquet
2014 Parent Teen Banquet
Come celebrate our graduating 6th, 8th, and 12th grade students on Wednesday, May 21st, from 6:15 to 9:00 pm. The cost for the night is $10 per person, which includes a catered meal and helps to pay for a senior gift. This is a semi-formal event. For more information, please stop by the youth tent on Sunday or email us at info@newlifecommunitychurch.net .
Thursday, April 17, 2014
2014 Parent-Teen Banquet
2014 Parent Teen Banquet
Come celebrate our graduating 6th, 8th, and 12th grade students on Wednesday, May 21st,
from 6:15 to 9:00 pm. The cost for the night is $10 per person, which
includes a catered meal and helps to pay for a senior gift. This is a
semi-formal event. For more information, please stop by the youth tent
on Sunday or email us at info@newlifecommunitychurch.net .
Do you need God’s
help?
Would you like someone
to pray with you? At the end of
the Good Friday service, members of our prayer team will be available to lift
your needs up in prayer. This is a
great opportunity to reach out and seek God’s help in your life. Join us tomorrow, April 18th,
the service is from 6:30-7:30 pm.
Monday, April 14, 2014
4/13/14 Message
Accelerate starts next week!
To sign up for this group or to learn more about life groups at New Life, stop by the Information Table on Sunday or email us info@newlifecommunitychurch.net. You can also check out our website.
Care at New Life
We desire to spiritually support our members through the different challenges of life. If you or someone you know needs help, please check out the care section of our website for resources to meet spiritual, emotional and physical needs.
Weekend message values
(Note: This is part of a larger series on the
weekend messages. Click here to see the original post)
Different church’s and
different speakers have different styles when it comes to the message. Different styles are great, but the following
are three values that hope shape every message at New Life Community Church.
We
believe that messages change lives when
they have…..
1) Biblical resonance – The speaker is saying what God’s word is saying
- Heb
4:12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper
than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and
spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the
heart.
- 2Ti
2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one
approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly
handles the word of truth.
- Matthew 28:20..Teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you…
- Mt 7:24 "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.
- 1Th 1:5 because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction.
2) Life Relevance – That takes God’s word into people’s worlds and
helps them put it into practice
3) Empowered and Prepared Delivery – That comes from a spiritually prepared speaker who is ready to share God’s
word.
Committing your life to Christ
If so, we want to help you take the next step. We’ve prepared some helpful materials that show what the Bible says about becoming following Christ. These self-study materials will assist you in taking the first steps to growing spiritually. To receive these materials, or to talk to someone in person, please contact us at connect@newlifecommunitychurch.net. You can also check out our online information.
Easter
Join us on Sunday, April 20th for Easter Sunday! Service times are at 9:30 and 11:00 am so pick the time that’s best for you. We have children’s classes for all ages, so bring the entire family.
For more information check out www.newlifecommunitychurch.net
Child Dedication
If you would like to have your child or children dedicated let us know so we can help you make that happen.
Click here for more information on Child Dedication at New Life.Please email us at info@newlifecommunitychurch.net with any questions.
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Help others get connected at New Life!
March Giving Report
We were $3,103 over our monthly budget.
How much does it “cost” to run the church?
In a 5-Sunday month it takes a minimum of $38,548. It allows us to pay the bills and fund a minimal amount to our ministries.
How much was the actual giving for the month?
The giving for this month was $41,651.
Is there anything else I need to know?
If you’re someone who regularly gives to God at New Life: Thanks! Your giving makes a difference.
If you’re someone who is not yet giving: Make a decision to get involved. Take the first step toward the biblical practice of giving. You can find out more about giving here.
And for everyone: Please take time this week to pray for the finances of both our church family, and the individual families that make up New Life.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Accelerate starts April 22nd
To sign up for this group or to learn more about life groups at New Life, stop by the Information Table on Sunday or email us info@newlifecommunitychurch.net. You can also check out our website.
Family Bowling Blast
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Easter Sunday
Easter is a time for new beginnings! Join us on Sunday,
April 20th for Easter Sunday!
Service times are at 9:30 and 11:00 am so pick the time that’s best for
you. We have children’s classes for all
ages, so bring the entire family.
For more information check out
www.newlifecommunitychurch.net
Monday, April 7, 2014
Making the Most of a Spiritually Mismatched Marriage
1) God can make a spiritually mismatched marriage work. vs 12-13 “must not divorce”
2) While God can bless a mismatched marriage, we’re not to seek one.
3) A spiritually mismatched relationship, like all relationships, requires an ongoing level of commitment and willingness to make it work. vs 12-13 “willing to live with”
4) God can use the presence of even one Christian to change the spiritual
equation for an entire family. vs 14 “through his wife”
5) God can use even one Christian to make a difference . vs 14
6) In a spiritually mismatched relationship, there may be only so much a believer can do to make it work . vs 15-16 “not bound”
To listen to the message or download the outline, visit our website.
Need Prayer?
Each week, members of our prayer team lift up the needs of those who request prayer.If you have a prayer request, let us know! Put it in an email and send it to prayer@newlifecommunitychurch.net
Why guest speakers are scheduled during the year
(Note: This is part of a larger series on the
weekend messages. Click here to see the original post)
So… why are guest speakers
scheduled during the year. The quick answer is: I’m not good enough, or
interesting enough, or creative enough, or energetic enough to speak every
Sunday!
Dave
Jacobs, a consultant to churches writes: “The senior pastor is
not the only voice to the church, but he does need to be the main voice. A good
balance is the pastor up there four or five weeks in a row and then someone
else.”
The amount of energy and
focus to do the weekly message can be formidable, Speaking week after week is
the #1 activity (along with counseling) that will leave me drained. I’ve found that a sustainable pace is when I
speak for about five to six weeks, and then have someone else come in, then I
get up for another 5-6 weeks, then bring in someone with a fresh arm.
Below are some benefits to
the church and some benefits for me.
Benefits for the Church
- A more well-rounded understanding of God’s Word - Different speakers will have different take on a passage or a fresh perspective on the text. There are some topics I’m going to get pumped about, and probably overemphasis, and other topics I’m more “ho-hum” about, and will underemphasize. With only one speaker there is a danger of just getting the Mike Hannah version of the Bible – that’s not a good thing! A balanced diet is important when learning God’s word.
- It gives other speakers an opportunity to develop. If one speaker fills up all the speaking slots, it doesn’t allow other people to grow and develop. The best scenario for the church is to have a team of competent speakers. That way, if anything happens to one person, God’s word will faithfully be preached regardless.
- I can make progress on other projects that are important to the church. One the weeks I speak, a big chunk of my work hours are tied up by preparing the message. On the weekends I don’t speak, those weekday hours are freed up for me to work on other items that are helpful for the church. This might be contacting members, encouraging leaders, designing a new workshop, etc.
- You get a better lead pastor - If I don’t take a break, I get burned out, and speaking feels like going through the motions. By taking periodic breaks, when I do speak, you get a better me. That’s a benefit to the church….and also a benefit for me…. Which leads me to the next section.
- I don’t burn out and die! – When I was younger I could just go and go, the older I get, the more I need to stop and rest. The weekly process of creating and delivering a message can be incredibly draining. The truth is, after about six weeks, I’m get drained and need an opportunity to recharge. If not, I lose enthusiasm, and start to go into autopilot mode with God’s word. In the Bible there’s a pattern on six on, one off. Six days of work, one day off, six year of working the land, one year for the land to rest. So for me, an average of six on, one off seems to be sustainable. I want to be around for a long time
- I have time to do family things – On the weekends I speak, I spend time on Saturday preparing for the message, and then Sunday I’m at church delivering it. This makes it hard to plan family activities for when my family is off – the weekend. By having scheduled breaks, this allows weekend time for family every one and half months.
So, those are some of the
reasons guest speaker are scheduled throughout the year.
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