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In Revelation 12-19, we find the story of the second half of the Tribulation period as it unfolds upon the earth. Chapter 12 introduces the story by explaining the spiritual forces behind mankind's rebellion in this future period. Having already studied chapter 11, we know how the story will end as Jesus wins! This chapter proves for us the utter futility of resisting Him. Join us this Sunday as we look at Revelation 12. This chapter provides an overview of the spiritual forces at work during the latter half of the Tribulation period. Having already seen how the story ends, we will learn in Ch
In Revelation 11, our attention is being focused on events during the last 3.5 years of the tribulation. This is a time Jesus called “The Great Tribulation” and immediately precedes His Second Coming. During this period (the story of which is recounted from Revelation 11-19), the Trumpet and Bowl judgments fall from heaven upon humanity. These chapters are the story of how mankind responds to God’s judgment during this 42-month period. Join us this Sunday as we see the commitment of God to the proclamation of His gospel. Even during the last half of the Tribulation, when mankind’s rebellion is
Having refocused our eyes on the main theme of this book (The Kingdom of Christ is coming!), John now backs up to tell the story of what is happening on the earth even while the judgments of God are falling. Revelation 11-19 is the record of what happens on earth during the second half (3.5 years) of the Tribulation Period. Join us this Sunday as we look at the monumental collision between the Kingdom of Christ and the Kingdom of this world. The text of Revelation 11 is an incredibly encouraging picture of God’s ultimate victory. When these kingdoms collide, God wins! This Sunday's text gives
Having received multiple visions of the judgment that will precede Christ’s return (Rev. 6-9), John needed to have his attention refocused on the glory of Christ that had first been revealed to Him in Chapter 1 and then again in chapters 4-5. In Chapter 10, a messenger is sent to remind John of Christ’s glory and commission Him to keep recording the events that surround the coming of His kingdom. Join us this Sunday as we see the glory of God on display as heaven comes to earth. In Revelation 10, the process of judgment is paused as God reminds the reader of just how glorious His glory truly i
In Revelation 8-9, the judgment of God is being poured out as Christ prepares for His return. That judgment shows just how much God hates sin. To help us hate sin like God hates sin, Chapter 9 provides a picture of just how much Satan hates mankind. This Sunday, we’ll look at Revelation 9, a passage that reveals just how much Satan hates humanity. The portrait that is painted in this text will help us understand why we must not serve sin as our master, but rather cling to the majesty of Christ’s love and salvation. This text will help us learn to hate sin as God does. Join us this Sunday as we
In his final message before embarking on a new ministry opportunity as Youth Pastor at Patterson Park Church in Beaver Creek, OH, Pastor Drew Nilius reminds the people of New Community Church of the great and awesome love of God for His people. Listen in as Pastor Drew unpacks these critical verses from Paul's letter to the Romans, giving us the hope of a love that never lets go.
In Revelation 7, God paused the outpouring of His judgment to demonstrate his gracious mercy as He saved multitudes from amongst rebellious humanity. In Revelation 8, His judgment resumes, revealing the reality of His enduring and pervasive holiness. Join us this Sunday as we consider a picture of God’s perfect holiness and its implications for humanity. For those of us in Christ, the Holiness of God is a beloved and reassuring truth. For those who don’t know Christ, it’s a terrifying prospect to behold. Revelation 8 will give us unique views of God’s holiness from both above and below!
As the judgment of God falls upon earth (Revelation 6), the people of that day beg for deliverance. In response (Chapter 7), purely because He is good, rather than continuing to pour out more judgment, God pushes pause and returns His attention not only to the salvation of Israel but also to the nations, purely because He is good. Join us this Sunday as we catch a glimpse of heaven’s worship. The throngs of heaven see who God is in this text based on what He does, and they can’t contain themselves in response. This week, we’ll join our voices in the theme of heaven’s praise, proclaiming our Go
As we return to Revelation 7, we find it providing a brief break between the 6th and 7th Seal Judgments (described in Revelation 6 and 8). The purpose of this chapter is to demonstrate the mercy of God and prove that even amid the judgment described, he is still good just as He has always been. God proves that to us here in chapter 7 by returning His attention to the nation of Israel, despite their repeated rejection of Him. Join us this Sunday as we dig back into the text of Revelation 7. This chapter offers a brilliant ray of light as we see the marvelous mercy of God set against the dark ba
The book of Revelation records the end of world history and provides a brief window into what the future holds. Chapters 4-19 record a period that is known in Scripture by several titles: The Day of The Lord, the Tribulation, or the 70th week of Daniel. All these descriptions point to the same 7-year period after the rapture of the church, during which Christ prepares for His return by judging sinful man and saving the nation of Israel by drawing them back to Himself. Join us this week as we go back to the future! Beginning this Sunday, we are returning to our study of Revelation and its accou
Dry, barren, discouraged. Vibrant, fruitful, joyful. If we are honest, our Christian lives are often characterized by the first set of words rather than the second. And yet, Jesus promised that His followers will do greater works that He did, and that His joy will be in them. How can this be? How can we experience the vibrant Christian life that was so characteristic of our Lord? The instruction Jesus gives is simple: abide in Me. Join us this Sunday as we discover what this command means and see the fruitful and joyful life that it brings to those who follow it!
Having given extensive instructions on how to be a “Doer of the Word,” James offers one final instruction on what to do when a brother or sister walks away from doing the Word. James’s conclusion is intentionally abrupt, but powerful! In his final admonition to us, James calls for us to go to extreme lengths in displaying our love for one another. Our love for one another – and for Christ! – should be so strong that when caught up in sin, we are willing to do whatever it takes to help each other return to being doers of the Word. Do you love your brother enough to do the hard work required to
Throughout the book, James has been pushing us to be faithful doers of the word, walking in dependence on the Lord for grace, growth, and guidance. In the conclusion of his book, he teaches us what prayer is and how to do it well so that we might actively demonstrate our dependence on Christ. Join us this Sunday as James teaches us how to pray effectively. Having learned last week what prayer is, we’ll learn this week how to do it well. Because prayer is the most often neglected of all the spiritual disciplines, it’s critical for us to learn a different perspective on the joy and privilege tha
In the final section of this book, James urges us to live passionately for Jesus Christ. Since His return is near, and we know how He wants us to live (as doers of His Word, pursuing His will), we must live with our eyes fixed on eternity rather than this life. Having received James’ admonition not to live for this world, he now turns his attention to what it looks like to truly live for Christ. This Sunday, James puts life in perspective and calls us to live with our eyes fixed upon eternity! Join us as we explore five distinctions of a life lived for Christ.
n the final section of this book, James urges us to live passionately for Jesus Christ. Since His return is near, and we know how He wants us to live (as doers of His Word, pursuing His will), we must live with our eyes fixed on eternity. As we enter into the final chapter of James’ book, we will find a strong appeal to live for Jesus. Because the return of Christ is drawing near, we must live for Him today. This Sunday, James puts life in perspective, and calls us to live with our eyes fixed upon eternity!
Join us this Sunday as we continue our investigation of how to find the will of God. Last week, we looked at the theological foundation of what the will of God is and what it is not. This Sunday, we will work through a practical list of questions that will guide our decision-making and ensure that every choice we make is consistent with God’s revealed will for our lives.
Join us this Sunday as we learn what it means to find the will of God in the word of God. Every day, we face questions about how we are to live. Do we buy the house? Marry that boy or girl? Take the job? Switch schools? And the list goes on and on. We desire to find the will of God, but don’t see any Bible verses that address those issues. This week, we learn to discern the will of God through the word of God for every decision in our lives.
Throughout the book of James, he has been clearly explaining that God’s priorities differ from ours. Genuine followers of Christ recognize this truth and will adjust their priorities appropriately to match God’s priorities so that their life bears fruit. As James opens the final section of this book, he challenges us not to waste our lives, but to prove the reality of our faith through our works.
On Easter, it’s common to talk about what the resurrection means to us and how it has impacted us. But how often have you stopped to consider what the resurrection did for Jesus and how it impacted Him? Join us Sunday morning as we celebrate the power of the resurrection in Psalm 110 and explore its impact on our Lord!
In chapter 3, James helped us understand the tongue’s important role as a mirror of the heart. From 3:13-4:10, he’s been teaching us how to overcome our flesh and pursue Christlikeness. As we repent of sin and draw near to God we become more like Christ. Having learned the mechanics of growth, James now returns to address our speech with a final, powerful reminder. This Sunday, James returns to the theme of righteous speech. Having spent the last chapter teaching us how to grow in Christ, he now returns to the idea of Christlike speech and applies those principles to our speech. Join us this S
As we’ve learned, our sanctification begins when we receive the Holy Spirit and walk in dependency on Him, asking Him to change us to be more like Christ (4:5-6a). But now we discover that as the Spirit of God is faithful to do His work, so too must we be faithful to do ours! Join us this Sunday as we continue our study of James 4. Having learned about the power of the Holy Spirit to make us more like Christ when we ask Him too, now we turn to the part of sanctification that requires our efforts to become faithful “doers of the Word.”
