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In the book of Revelation, the Bible speaks about seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven spirits of God. Now, of course, there aren't seven Holy Spirits, but there is a seven-fold activity of the Spirit that can transform the life of every believer. In this message, let's discover WHAT the seven lamps of the Holy Spirit are and HOW they can transform our lives. KEY SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 11:1-2, REVELATION 4:5
In the book of Revelation, the Bible speaks about seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven spirits of God. Now, of course, there aren't seven Holy Spirits, but there is a seven-fold activity of the Spirit that can transform the life of every believer. In this message, let's discover WHAT the seven lamps of the Holy Spirit are and HOW they can transform our lives. KEY SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 11:1-2, REVELATION 4:5
It can be a lifelong struggle learning to control one's temper or to be more loving towards others. Often, when others call us out on our struggles, we reply with, I'm working on it. Time and time again, though, working on it doesn't change anything. Is this because we're not trying hard enough, or perhaps because trying harder simply is not the solution? In this message, let's unpack not only WHAT fruit the Spirit produces in our lives but HOW to cultivate an atmosphere in which his fruit can grow. KEY SCRIPTURE: GALATIANS 5:22-23
It can be a lifelong struggle learning to control one's temper or to be more loving towards others. Often, when others call us out on our struggles, we reply with, I'm working on it. Time and time again, though, working on it doesn't change anything. Is this because we're not trying hard enough, or perhaps because trying harder simply is not the solution? In this message, let's unpack not only WHAT fruit the Spirit produces in our lives but HOW to cultivate an atmosphere in which his fruit can grow. KEY SCRIPTURE: GALATIANS 5:22-23
About hearing God's voice it has been asked, God has given us a brain and the Bible. Why do we need anything else? Yes, it's true that God has given us these things. It's also true that he has placed the Holy Spirit inside of us. As if that isn't amazing enough, the New Testament paints a picture in which the Spirit regularly speaks to people. In this message, let's examine HOW we can recognize the voice of the Spirit. KEY SCRIPTURE: LUKE 2:27, ACTS 13:2, EPHESIANS 1:17
About hearing God's voice it has been asked, God has given us a brain and the Bible. Why do we need anything else? Yes, it's true that God has given us these things. It's also true that he has placed the Holy Spirit inside of us. As if that isn't amazing enough, the New Testament paints a picture in which the Spirit regularly speaks to people. In this message, let's examine HOW we can recognize the voice of the Spirit. KEY SCRIPTURE: LUKE 2:27, ACTS 13:2, EPHESIANS 1:17
Honest. Vulnerable. Deep. These are just a few words people use to describe our special guest speaker Jill Savage. Jill has experienced the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, and through this she cares deeply about people, helping them navigate the relationships that mean the most. Join us for Mother's Day to be encouraged, inspired, and uplifted together!
Honest. Vulnerable. Deep. These are just a few words people use to describe our special guest speaker Jill Savage. Jill has experienced the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, and through this she cares deeply about people, helping them navigate the relationships that mean the most. Join us for Mother's Day to be encouraged, inspired, and uplifted together!
Before Jesus ascended to heaven, he promised his disciples they would soon receive power with the coming of the Holy Spirit. For what specific reason, however, would they need his power? So that they could dominate and subjugate others? So that they could build their platform of influence and fame? In this message, let's explore WHY Jesus promised power and WHERE he calls us to be his witnesses. KEY SCRIPTURE: ACTS 1:8
Before Jesus ascended to heaven, he promised his disciples they would soon receive power with the coming of the Holy Spirit. For what specific reason, however, would they need his power? So that they could dominate and subjugate others? So that they could build their platform of influence and fame? In this message, let's explore WHY Jesus promised power and WHERE he calls us to be his witnesses. KEY SCRIPTURE: ACTS 1:8
With all the talk about the power of the Spirit, it has led some to the faulty belief that he is just an influence derived from God or some sort of junior assistant to God. But the Holy Spirit is more than just a power force, an influence, or an assistant. He is a divine person with whom we can cultivate a relationship! In this message, let's rediscover WHO the Holy Spirit is and investigate HOW to cultivate an atmosphere in which his presence is welcome. JOHN 14:15-18, 1 CORINTHIANS 2:10-11, 2 CORINTHIANS 13:14
With all the talk about the power of the Spirit, it has led some to the faulty belief that he is just an influence derived from God or some sort of junior assistant to God. But the Holy Spirit is more than just a power force, an influence, or an assistant. He is a divine person with whom we can cultivate a relationship! In this message, let's rediscover WHO the Holy Spirit is and investigate HOW to cultivate an atmosphere in which his presence is welcome. JOHN 14:15-18, 1 CORINTHIANS 2:10-11, 2 CORINTHIANS 13:14
Open the door to the peace, purpose, and power Jesus promises. You're invited—along with all your family and friends—to step through and start walking with Jesus on the journey of a lifetime … and beyond.
Open the door to the peace, purpose, and power Jesus promises. You're invited—along with all your family and friends—to step through and start walking with Jesus on the journey of a lifetime … and beyond.
God has amazing things he plans to do through his church—but there is something he asks of his people first. In the story of Joshua, we find that the consecration of the people preceded God's performance of the amazing. Let's uncover why God still asks us, his people today, to consecrate ourselves in anticipation of his amazing work in and through us!
God has amazing things he plans to do through his church—but there is something he asks of his people first. In the story of Joshua, we find that the consecration of the people preceded God's performance of the amazing. Let's uncover why God still asks us, his people today, to consecrate ourselves in anticipation of his amazing work in and through us!
With transition comes some change, yet certain things will never change. In fact, as we look at the leadership transition from Moses to Joshua, we see God communicating what would not change: the mission, his presence with them, and his word. Let's unpack how God's reminder to Joshua still rings true for us today.
With transition comes some change, yet certain things will never change. In fact, as we look at the leadership transition from Moses to Joshua, we see God communicating what would not change: the mission, his presence with them, and his word. Let's unpack how God's reminder to Joshua still rings true for us today.
Don't miss this extraordinary day! Let's gather, remember, and celebrate the ministry impact of Founding Senior Pastor Calvin Rychener as he transitions into his next role in God's Kingdom.
Don't miss this extraordinary day! Let's gather, remember, and celebrate the ministry impact of Founding Senior Pastor Calvin Rychener as he transitions into his next role in God's Kingdom.
Sometimes we find ourselves waiting for God to do something, when, in fact, he is waiting for us—to do what he has already told us to do! The waters of our future won't open until we step up and step in—to do the works God has planned for us. We will receive power from the Holy Spirit, and we will know the presence of God in our days. Let's experience this special service together as Jon Rychener is installed officially as Senior Pastor of Northwoods Community Church.
Sometimes we find ourselves waiting for God to do something, when, in fact, he is waiting for us—to do what he has already told us to do! The waters of our future won't open until we step up and step in—to do the works God has planned for us. We will receive power from the Holy Spirit, and we will know the presence of God in our days. Let's experience this special service together as Jon Rychener is installed officially as Senior Pastor of Northwoods Community Church.
Three times within just a couple of verses, God says to his people, Be strong and very courageous. In other words, don't let fear win. It's the most oft repeated command in the Bible: Do not fear. But how do we do it? Let's learn how to find fresh courage for the challenges ahead.
Three times within just a couple of verses, God says to his people, Be strong and very courageous. In other words, don't let fear win. It's the most oft repeated command in the Bible: Do not fear. But how do we do it? Let's learn how to find fresh courage for the challenges ahead.
A new church generation is ready to receive the baton and run the race. To set up success, the present generation must get the hand-off right! Let's learn some key factors that will foster the fresh work ahead.
A new church generation is ready to receive the baton and run the race. To set up success, the present generation must get the hand-off right! Let's learn some key factors that will foster the fresh work ahead.
Hope seems to be running in short supply in our country and around the world. Now more than ever, the world needs all that the church has to offer. Join us as special guest Phillip Murdoch—leader of Surge Project in Brazil—shares about the hope that can grow in homes everywhere when churches are planted nearby.
Hope seems to be running in short supply in our country and around the world. Now more than ever, the world needs all that the church has to offer. Join us as special guest Phillip Murdoch—leader of Surge Project in Brazil—shares about the hope that can grow in homes everywhere when churches are planted nearby.
The arrival of children in our lives can bring great joy and happiness. Children help turn marriages into families and houses into homes. All parents know, though, that children can come with both blessings and challenges. Our job is to learn how to raise our children successfully at the same time we maintain a healthy and strong marriage.
The arrival of children in our lives can bring great joy and happiness. Children help turn marriages into families and houses into homes. All parents know, though, that children can come with both blessings and challenges. Our job is to learn how to raise our children successfully at the same time we maintain a healthy and strong marriage.
Even though we know worrying won't change anything, we still do it. We worry about finances. Worry about work. Worry about our kids. Worry about our health. Worry has become such a part of life that we begin to assume it's normal. The Bible makes the case, however, that we don't need to worry and get stressed out about these things. Let's discover how to build our lives and homes on a foundation of faith instead of worry.
Even though we know worrying won't change anything, we still do it. We worry about finances. Worry about work. Worry about our kids. Worry about our health. Worry has become such a part of life that we begin to assume it's normal. The Bible makes the case, however, that we don't need to worry and get stressed out about these things. Let's discover how to build our lives and homes on a foundation of faith instead of worry.
Baptism in water is your bold proclamation to the witnesses that you are committing to follow the way of Jesus. It symbolizes our association with the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ—through which we can be restored to relationship with God and released into a life of complete freedom.
Baptism in water is your bold proclamation to the witnesses that you are committing to follow the way of Jesus. It symbolizes our association with the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ—through which we can be restored to relationship with God and released into a life of complete freedom.
All of us go through times when we become aware of our shortcomings. Maybe we lack a particular skill, or struggle with finances, or have broken relationships. Everyone feels like they're missing something in some area of life. The Psalmist shows us, though, that with God, we lack nothing. Let's uncover how God supplies for our every need.
All of us go through times when we become aware of our shortcomings. Maybe we lack a particular skill, or struggle with finances, or have broken relationships. Everyone feels like they're missing something in some area of life. The Psalmist shows us, though, that with God, we lack nothing. Let's uncover how God supplies for our every need.
Some believe that happiness and joy are byproducts of keeping one's options open and not committing too deeply. Why commit when there might be something better out there? In Psalm 119, however, we find that those who are blessed have a single aim and focus in life—living with conviction.
Some believe that happiness and joy are byproducts of keeping one's options open and not committing too deeply. Why commit when there might be something better out there? In Psalm 119, however, we find that those who are blessed have a single aim and focus in life—living with conviction.
Much of our lives are spent trying to add to what we already have. We think more money, a better house, a nicer car, or any other number of things will make us happy. But the Psalmist declared, You are my portion, O Lord. In essence saying, In you, Lord, is everything I will ever need. Let's discover how to make God our portion.
Much of our lives are spent trying to add to what we already have. We think more money, a better house, a nicer car, or any other number of things will make us happy. But the Psalmist declared, You are my portion, O Lord. In essence saying, In you, Lord, is everything I will ever need. Let's discover how to make God our portion.
Sometimes it's hard to see how blessing and obedience are connected. We tend to think happiness is connected to doing what we want, when we want, and how we want. But the Psalmist shows us that blessing flows out of obedience to God and his Word. Let's explore not only what it means to be blessed, but also how to be blessed through obedience.
Sometimes it's hard to see how blessing and obedience are connected. We tend to think happiness is connected to doing what we want, when we want, and how we want. But the Psalmist shows us that blessing flows out of obedience to God and his Word. Let's explore not only what it means to be blessed, but also how to be blessed through obedience.
Join us from your home for this special message from Pastor Jon about the power of the Holy Spirit—the gift that keeps giving! Services will be online at 9 & 11am and available on demand on all of our streaming channels.
Join us from your home for this special message from Pastor Jon about the power of the Holy Spirit—the gift that keeps giving! Services will be online at 9 & 11am and available on demand on all of our streaming channels.
How can we want what we have when we're busy wanting what everyone else has? Fulfillment in life is interwoven with learning to be content with what we have. So, let's learn together how to cultivate contented hearts.
How can we want what we have when we're busy wanting what everyone else has? Fulfillment in life is interwoven with learning to be content with what we have. So, let's learn together how to cultivate contented hearts.
Life becomes a disaster when we can no longer trust the people around us to tell us the truth—be they elected officials, medical personnel, religious leaders, or personal friends. Truth is foundational to our integrity and character, to relational trust, and to societal justice. Without truth, we lose the very fabric that holds relationships together. And of all people, God's people should be known as people of truth.
Life becomes a disaster when we can no longer trust the people around us to tell us the truth—be they elected officials, medical personnel, religious leaders, or personal friends. Truth is foundational to our integrity and character, to relational trust, and to societal justice. Without truth, we lose the very fabric that holds relationships together. And of all people, God's people should be known as people of truth.