Philippians 1:7-11–The church is to display unity in Christ in spite of diversity. This is demonstrated when church members embrace, enjoy, encourage, and edify each other. Part 3 in the series “Progressing with Joy in the Faith”
Philippians 1:7-11–The church is to display unity in Christ in spite of diversity. This is demonstrated when church members embrace, enjoy, encourage, and edify each other. Part 3 in the series “Progressing with Joy in the Faith”
Ephesians 3:14-21–Paul prayed for the church because of the challenge of the radical changes Christ’s work of reconciliation brought about. Paul requested for the church spiritual strength, spiritual depth, spiritual comprehension, and spiritual fulfillment. Let’s pray these blessings for one another as well.
Ephesians 2:11-22–Having explained the “how” and “why” of salvation in Ephesians 2:8-10, Paul moves on to explain how salvation was made effective for both Jews and Gentiles–two classes of people believed to be irrevocably divided.
Romans 12:3-8– “In Christ we who are many form one body…” In this message, Brian Manske discusses what it means to be “in Christ.” Those who are in Christ have been given gifts by which they are to serve Christ’s body for God’s glory.
1 Corinthians 11:17-34 The Cross of Christ has made us members of the same family, one body. Sometimes we would rather dwell on our differences, causing division. In this passage, Paul says that when we come together to share the Lord’s Supper, it’s the right time to examine ourselves.
Ephesians 4:1-6 God’s dream for us as His people is that we love one another. In this passage we are reminded once again that our identity is in Christ and that we, as His body, are one. With this in mind we are challenged to make every effort (strive, endeavor) to maintain that unity in…
John 17:20-23; 15:9-15 Most people have an idea of what the church “ought” to be like. Jesus also has an idea of what the ideal church should look like. Pastor Chris examines the Lord’s description of the church found in John 17 & John 15 and offers a comparison to NCC’s mission statement: “building Christ-centered,…
Galatians 3:26-4:7 [Note: Technical difficulties. Volume is inconsistent.] “You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus.” Paul reveals the benefits and realities of being in the family. “So you are no longer a slave, but a son; and since you are a son, God has made you also an heir.”
3 John “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” v. 4 The apostle John joyfully commends those who not only faithfully, consistently stand up for the truth, but also offer assistance, fellowship and encouragement to others who are doing the same.
1 Peter 2:1-8 “Therefore…” Peter says that since you have been born again, since you do indeed love each other deeply, now you need to get rid of those things that can break down the fellowship. He lists some of those things: deceit, hypocrisies, envy, slander, and then gives us some tools for spiritual growth.