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10
Oct '20
How God’s Guidance Comes to Us- Sermon Notes
10
Oct '20
October 11, 2020
“How God’s Guidance Comes to Us”
Acts 16:6-10
There is no principle more important than the principle of being able to be guided.
Guidable people always receive guidance from God.
“6 They went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia; they had been forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia. 7 When they came to Mysia, they tried to go into Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus did not allow them. 8 Passing by Mysia they went down to Troas. 9 During the night Paul had a vision in which a Macedonian man was standing and pleading with him, “Cross over to Macedonia and help us!” 10 After he had seen the vision, we immediately made efforts to set out for Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them” (Acts 16:6-10, CSB).
1. God’s guidance comes through obedience in the ordinary (v. 6).
Paul and his companions “went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia; they had been forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia” (Acts 16:6, CSB).
2. God’s guidance comes through suddenly changing circumstances (vv. 6-7).
“A person’s heart plans his way, but the LORD determines his steps” (Prov. 16:9, CSB).
What we call circumstances is really the sovereign hand of God in our lives.
3. God’s guidance may come through supernatural events (v. 9).
During the night Paul had a vision in which a Macedonian man was standing and pleading with him, “Cross over to Macedonia and help us!” (Acts 16:9, CSB)
4. God’s guidance comes through wise counsel joined with common sense (v. 10).
“After he (Paul) had seen the vision, we immediately made efforts to set out for Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them”
(Acts 16:10, CSB).
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10
Oct '20
October 11, 2020 Weekly Bulletin
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Oct '20
New Hope Baptist Church exists to make disciples who:
Know God– through weekly worship and teaching
Find Community– in weekly LifeGroup gatherings
Make Disciples– in yearly Discipleship Groups (D-Groups)
Change the World– through missions, evangelism, and volunteering.
New Hope Kids
D-Group Jr- Wednesdays at 6:30pm
Sunday School- Sundays at 9am
Kids Church- Sundays at 10:30am
Fall Festival
October 28, 2020 at 6:00pm
Fun, games, trunk or treat.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED- Please sign up at the registration table outside the Sanctuary.
Women’s Event
We will have a “brown bag lunch” on Saturday October 17, 2020 from 11am-1pm in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring your lunch. Water and desserts will be provided by the Women’s Ministry Team.
Women’s Bible Study
New Wednesday night Bible study:
“28 Day Prayer Journey” by Chrystal Evans Hurst. Books will be available for $12.99. If you have any questions, contact the church office at (615) 883-6709.
Altitude
Life groups- Sundays at 9am and Wednesdays at 6:30pm
Pastor Search Team
Please be in prayer for our new Pastor Search Team members; Terry Dawson, Jim Ezell, Kasey Greene, Patricia Murphy, Beth Pulley, Pat Scales, and Jason Thomas.
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04
Oct '20
“How Christians Should Vote” Sermon Notes
04
Oct '20
“How Christians Should Vote”
Matthew 5:13; Romans 13:1-7; 1 Timothy 2:1-4
“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt should lose its taste, how can it be made salty? It is no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled under people’s feet” (Matt. 5:13, CSB).
As citizens of God’s kingdom, we should select leaders who will govern a nation according to God’s principles.
“Let everyone submit to the governing authorities, since there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are instituted by God. 2 So then, the one who resists the authority is opposing God’s command, and those who oppose it will bring judgment on themselves. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Do what is good, and you will have its approval. 4 For it is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, because it does not carry the sword for no reason. For it is God’s servant, an avenger that brings wrath on the one who does wrong. 5 Therefore, you must submit, not only because of wrath but also because of your conscience. 6 And for this reason you pay taxes, since the authorities are God’s servants, continually attending to these tasks. 7 Pay your obligations to everyone: taxes to those you owe taxes, tolls to those you owe tolls, respect to those you owe respect, and honor to those you owe honor” (Rom. 13:1-7, CSB).
1. GOVERNMENT IS A DIVINE INSTITUTION
“The governing authorities that exist are instituted by God” (Rom. 13:1, CSB).
2. GOD IS SOVEREIGN OVER THE GOVERNMENTS HE CREATES
Ps. 22:28 says, “Kingship belongs to the Lord; He rules the nations” (CSB).
“The Lord has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all” (Ps. 103:19, CSB).
“The Most High is ruler over human kingdoms” (Dan. 4:17) and “Heaven rules” (Dan. 4:26).
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03
Oct '20
October 4, 2020 Weekly Bulletin
03
Oct '20
New Hope Baptist Church exists to make disciples who:
Know God– through weekly worship and teaching
Find Community– in weekly LifeGroup gatherings
Make Disciples– in yearly Discipleship Groups (D-Groups)
Change the World– through missions, evangelism, and volunteering.
Men’s Prayer Breakfast
Tuesday mornings at 7:30am
Join us for food, fellowship, study and prayer. We would love to see you here!
Fall Festival
October 28 at 6pm
Bring the whole family for food, trunk or treat, games, a Gospel scavenger hunt and a photo booth.
**Volunteers are needed to provide trunks and serve at booths. Sign up at the table outside the Sanctuary or email wayne@newhopeforyou.com
Life Groups
Looking for a way to connect with other believers?We have small-group classes for all ages.
Join us Sunday mornings at 9am and Wednesday Evenings at 6:30pm. Contact Pastor Wayne at wayne@newhopeforyou.com for help finding the Life Group that will be the best fit for you.
Women’s Bible Study
New Wednesday night Bible study beginning October 7.
“28 Day Prayer Journey. Enjoying Deeper Conversations with God” written by Chrystal Evans Hurst. Books will be available for $12.99. If you have any questions contact the church office at (615) 883-6709.
Women’s Event
We will have a “Brown Bag Lunch” Saturday, October 17th from 11:00am-1:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring your lunch. Water and desserts will be provided by the Women’s Ministry team.
Pastor Search Team
Please be in prayer for our Pastor Search Team members: Terry Dawson, Jim Ezell, Kasey Greene, Patricia Murphy, Beth Pulley, Pat Scales, and Jason Thomas.
New Hope Kids
D-Group Jr– Cereal Night this Wednesday at 6:30pm
Altitude
Sunday morning Life Groups at 9am
Altitude is meeting in person on Wednesday nights at 6:30pm.
If you unable to meet in person, you can join us on Zoom Sunday and Wednesday Evenings at 6:30.
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27
Sep '20
Living a Wholly Holy Life- Sermon Notes
27
Sep '20
“Living a Wholly Holy Life”
1 Thessalonians 5:23-25, CSB
The church is a community that seeks to become wholly holy.
“Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely. And may your whole spirit, soul, and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful; he will do it. Brothers and sisters pray for us also” (1 Thess. 5:23-25, CSB).
To be sanctified means to be holy or set apart from this evil world for God.
Sanctification is everything God does in us to make sure we turn out like Jesus in the end.
1. Holiness comes from the God of peace Himself (v. 23).
“Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely. And may your whole spirit, soul, and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
2. Holiness encompasses the entire person: spirit, soul, and body (v. 23).
“Flee sexual immorality! Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the person who is sexually immoral sins against his own body. Don’t you know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, who you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So, glorify God with your body” (1 Cor. 6:18-20, CSB).
“So, I do not run like one who runs aimlessly or box like one beating the air. Instead, I discipline my body and bring it under strict control, so that after preaching to others, I myself will not be disqualified” (1 Cor. 9:26-27, CSB).
3. Holiness has a Godward focus in view of Christ’s coming (vv. 23b-24).
“May you…be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful; He will do it.”
· Holiness means to be without blame before the Lord and others.
· Holiness is motivated by the fact that Christ is coming to reward His people and to judge the wicked.
· Holiness relies on God’s calling, faithfulness, and His strength (v. 24).
“He who calls you is faithful; He will do it.”
4. Holiness grows in a loving community where believers pray for one another (v. 25).
“Brothers and sisters, pray for us also.”
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27
Sep '20
9-27-20 Weekly Bulletin
27
Sep '20
New Hope Baptist Church exists to make disciples who:
Know God– through weekly worship and teaching
Find Community– in weekly LIfeGroup gatherings
Make Disciples– in yearly Discipleship Groups (D-Groups)
Change the World– through missions, evangelism, and volunteering.
Deacon Nominations
New Hope is in the process of accepting nominations for its Deacon Ministry. Please remember to read and complete the nomination card and put it in the offering box outside the Sanctuary or return it to the office. We will be accepting qualified nominations through Sunday, September 27. The nomination card is available outside the Sanctuary on the tables.
New Hope Kids
D-Group, Jr, – Wednesday Nights 6:30pm
Save the date… October 28th 6:00pm for our Fall Festival. Volunteers are needed. If you would like to be a part of this fun event, contact Pastor Wayne at wayne@newhopeforyou.com or sign up at the registration table outside the Sanctuary.
Altitude Student Ministry
This Sunday, September 27 12pm-3pm is A.C.T,S.
Pizza and games in the student room right after the worship service.
Sunday morning Life Groups- 9am
Wednesday nights- 6:30
For those who are unable to attend in person, but still would like to be a part of the group, join us on Zoom Sunday Evenings and Wednesday Evenings @ 6:30pm. Email Pastor Nathan at nathan@newhopeforyou.com
New Women’s Bible Study
“28 Day Prayer Journey. Enjoying Deeper Conversations with God” by Chrystal Evans Hurst. Books will be available for $12.99. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at (615) 883-6709.
Pastor Search Team
Please be in prayer for our new Pastor Search Team members: Terry Dawson, Jim Ezell, Kasey Greene, Patricia Murphy, Beth Pulley, Pat Scales, and Jason Thomas.
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21
Sep '20
9-20- Sermon Notes
21
Sep '20
“Rightly Responding to the Guidance God Gives You”
1 Thessalonians 5:19-22
“Don’t stifle the Spirit. Don’t despise prophecies but test all things. Hold on to what is good. Stay away from every kind of evil” (1 Thess. 5:19-22, CSB).
- Do not douse the Spirit’s fire (v. 19).
“Don’t stifle the Spirit” (CSB).
“Stop quenching the Spirit” (Greek construction).
“Do not put out the Spirit’s fire” (NIV).
- Do not despise the Scripture’s wisdom (v. 20).
“Don’t despise prophecies” (1 Thess. 5:20, CSB).
“And he himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ” (Eph. 4:11-12, CSB).
“Pursue love and desire spiritual gifts, and especially that you may prophesy. For the person who speaks in a tongue is not speaking to people but to God, since no one understands him; he speaks mysteries in the Spirit. On the other hand, the person who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouragement, and consolation. The person who speaks in a tongue builds himself up, but the one who prophesies builds up the church” (1 Cor. 14:1-4, CSB).
“Test all things. Hold to what is good” (v. 21).
“Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see if they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world. This is how you know the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God, 3 but every spirit that does not confess Jesus is not from God. This is the spirit of the antichrist, which you have heard is coming; even now it is already in the world” (1 John 4:1-3, CSB).
“There were indeed false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will bring in destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them, and will bring swift destruction on themselves. Many will follow their depraved ways, and the way of truth will be maligned because of them. They will exploit you in their greed with made-up stories. Their condemnation, pronounced long ago, is not idle, and their destruction does not sleep”
(2 Peter 2:1-3, CSB).
- Do not dishonor the Savior’s holiness (v. 22).
“Stay away from every kind of evil” (1 Thess. 5:22, CSB).
“Do not be deceived. Bad company corrupts good morals” (1 Cor. 15:33, CSB).
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21
Sep '20
9-20-20 Weekly Bulletin
21
Sep '20
New Hope Baptist Church exists to make disciples who:
Know God– through weekly worship and teaching
Find Community– in weekly LIfeGroup gatherings
Make Disciples– in yearly Discipleship Groups (D-Groups)
Change the World– through missions, evangelism, and volunteering.
Deacon Nominations
New Hope is in the process of accepting nominations for its Deacon Ministry. Please remember to read and complete the Nomination Card and put it in the Offering Box outside the Sanctuary or return it to the office. We will be accepting qualified nominations from September 13th until September 27th.The Nomination Card is available outside the Sanctuary on the tables.
Altitude
Sunday morning Life Groups at 9:00 AM in the student room
Sunday, September 27th
Noon to 4:00 PM
A.C.T.S. Pizza and a Movie in the student room right after the Worship Service.
Don’t forget to join the Altitude Zoom meetings on Sunday Evenings & Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM!
New Hope Kids
DGroup Jr.
Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM. Will be serving cereal this week. Save the date…October 28th, 6:00 PM for our Fall Festival. (VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!)
Pastor Search Team
Please be in prayer for our new Pastor Search Team members: Terry Dawson, Jim Ezell, Kasey Greene, Patricia Murphy, Beth Pulley, Pat Scales and Jason Thomas.
Women’s Bible Study
New Wednesday night Bible Study beginning October 7th. “28 Day Prayer Journey, Enjoying Deeper Conversations with God” written by Chrystal Evans Hurst. Books will be available for $12.99. If you have questions, contact the church office at (615) 883-6709.
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13
Sep '20
Weekly Bulletin 9-13-20
13
Sep '20
Deacon Nominations
New Hope is in the process of accepting nominations for its Deacon Ministry. Please remember to read and complete the nomination card and put it in the offering box outside the Sanctuary or return it to the office. We will be accepting qualified nominations from September 13-27. The nomination card is available outside the Sanctuary on the tables. If you need any further assistance, you may contact the church office at (615) 883-6709.
Altitude
Sunday morning Life-Groups at 9am in the student room
A.C.T.S.- Sunday, September 27 from 12pm-4pm. Pizza and a movie in the student room right after worship service.
Don’t forget to join the Altitude Zoom meetings on Sunday and Wednesday evenings at 6:30. Email nathan@newhopeforyou.com for the link and password to join.
New Hope Kids
D-Group, Jr– Wednesday nights at 6:30pm
Join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 for our Zoom Game Nights.
Email wayne@newhopeforyou.com for the super secret link and password to join in on the fun.
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10
Sep '20
Living in God’s Will Sermon Notes
10
Sep '20
Living in God’s Will
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures, than successes, than what other people think, say or do. It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company…a church…a home. The remarkable thing is we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our pasts. We cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is to play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so, it is with you. We are in charge of our Attitudes.”
Charles R. Swindoll
The members of Christ’s body are to have –
· A right attitude toward the leaders God puts over us (1 Thess. 5:12-13).
· A right attitude toward the believers God puts around us (1 Thess. 5:14-15).
· A right attitude toward God’s will in all situations at all times (1 Thess. 5:16-18).
It is God’s will for us to be joyful, prayerful, and thankful in all situations at all times.
“Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (1 Thess. 5:16-18, CSB).
1. We need to cultivate the right inward attitude: constant joy (v. 16).
“Rejoice always” (v. 16).
2. We need to cultivate the right upward attitude: ceaseless prayer (v. 17).
“Pray constantly” (CSB); “Pray without ceasing” (NAS).
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3. We need to cultivate the right outward attitude: continuous thanks (v. 18).
“Give thanks in everything” (v. 18).
“This is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (v. 18).
To live in God’s will we need to cultivate—
· The right inward attitude: constant joy.
· The right upward attitude: ceaseless prayer.
· The right outward attitude: continuous thanks.
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