022606, NCCN, Matt. 5: 1-12
INTRODUCTION: In general the Beatitudes push the envelope of reality; of what we as human beings can realistically do. The principle of rejoicing at insult, persecution, and when people say all kinds of evil against you is over the top in terms of a normal human response. We are asked [...]
Peacemakers
You are blessed while making peace…; while you persevere in doing right…; while you rejoice at opposition… (Matt. 5: 1-12).
In our time there is no peace, what is right and true is rejected.
Speak the truth and do right even in rejection and opposition.
Rejoice! Evil is exposed and truth sets us free.
Welcome to New Community
Feb. 26, 2006 Season: Epiphany
We’re so glad you’re here today! Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name for the Lord is good. Stay for coffee and fellowship after the service.
*For those able, please stand
Worship Service Theme: Making Peace
Gathered to Worship: Welcome, [...]
021906, NCCN, Matt. 5: 1-8 (1010)
INTRODUCTION: The instruction that Jesus gives his disciples is in preparation of the work that is ahead of them. They are the first members of the Kingdom of God, the new Kingdom that Jesus ushers in. Jesus had already begun his ministry, he had traveled throughout Galillee, preaching: “repent from [...]
A Godly Hunger
You are blessed when you hunger for righteousness…; when you practice mercy…; when your heart is pure… (Matt. 5: 6-8).
In this present broken world we hunger for what is pure, for what is right, for mercy; “Christ principles”, nourishing the starving soul.