New Life Community Church, Atwater, CA

“Abraham-Walking by Faith” #4 The Waiting Game Genesis 16

What does it mean to “walk by faith?” As we open this New Year we will explore the life of the Biblical character Abraham, and find highlighted there both struggles as well as keys to growing in our faith. None of us like to wait and having to wait can seriously discourage our faith. What can we do during the time of waiting that can maintain our trust and actually deepen our Walk of Faith?

“Abraham-Walking by Faith” #3 Doing the Right Thing Genesis 14

What does it mean to “walk by faith?” As we open this New Year we will explore the life of the Biblical character Abraham, and find highlighted there both struggles as well as keys to growing in our faith. As we begin to trust God more, we’re enabled to overcome our fears and be freed to “do the right thing.” What is the right thing? God will show you.

“Abraham-Walking by Faith” #2 Hero or Zero (amazing grace required) Genesis 12:10-20

What does it mean to “walk by faith?” As we open this New Year we will explore the life of the Biblical character Abraham, and find highlighted there both struggles as well as keys to growing in our faith. One of the key struggles is that we will inevitably fail/fall in our attempts of walk by faith, so what shall we do?

New Year Sermon Series: “Abraham-Walking by Faith” Genesis 12:1-4

What does it mean to “walk by faith?” As we open this New Year we will explore the life of the Biblical character Abraham, and find highlighted there both struggles as well as keys to growing in our faith. His struggles will often resonate with ours, and the keys will be our help as well. Today we begin with a fresh start.

What’s Next? Proverbs 3:5-6

The shouts of “Happy New Year” fill some with excitement and others with dread. Optimists tend to see the unknown of the future through excitement lenses because, “who knows what might happen!” Pessimists tend to see the unknown of the future through anxious lenses because, well, “who knows what might happen!” As followers of Jesus we are invited to step into the new year expectantly and prayerfully with the One who already knows what will happen.

Great Expectations

Advent Series: ”The Best Christmas Ever” PART 4 ”The Gift of Joy”

A study from the Gospel of John chapter 1:1-14 ... When we thing of Christmas gifts, we often think of those under the tree. During these (4) weeks leading up to Christmas, we'll look at other gifts, the ones God gave/gives to us in Christmas. Christmas is truly about Love; God's love for the world (you and me) and the gift He offers out of Love. It is the Christmas love that heals us and reveals the purpose we were created for.

“The Best Christmas Ever” (#3) The Gift of Joy (Exceeding Joy) Matthew 2:9-11

When we think of Christmas gifts, we often think of those under the tree. During these (4) weeks leading up to Christmas, we’ll look at other gifts, the ones God gave/gives to us in Christmas. Sadness rooted in the disappointment we suffer in life can erode our sense of well-being and joy. We might find short term fixes, that feel good for a while, but nothing lasts. The Joy that Jesus brings is the antidote to gloom we often endure.

Advent Series: “The Best Christmas Ever” (#2) The Gift of Peace Isaiah 9:6-7

When we think of Christmas gifts, we often think of those under the tree. During these (4) weeks leading up to Christmas, we’ll look at other gifts, the ones God gave/gives to us in Christmas. As we experience these gifts this year, may this become the best Christmas ever. Today we’ll focus on the gift of peace; what it is and why it’s so difficult to maintain.

Advent Series: “The Best Christmas Ever” The Gift of Hope Isaiah 9:2

When we think of Christmas gifts, we often think of those under the tree. During these (4) weeks leading up to Christmas, we’ll look at other gifts, the ones God gave/gives to us in Christmas. As we experience these gifts this year, may this become the best Christmas ever.