James 1:22

We believe the church isn’t a building—it’s people. And when each of those people knows who they are and what they believe, they can achieve incredible things together. In our new series, We Are the Church, let’s learn more about who we are and how we can work together to change the world.

Isaiah 61:1-5

As we step into this new calling here at New Hope, I am reminded of the words in Isaiah 61 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me”. This is not just the story of a prophet long ago, but a living word for us right here, right now! God has anointed us for a mission of healing, hope, and restoration. 

 Matthew 13:44 and  2 Corinthians 4:7
 

 

Exodus 20:1-3 and Psalms 63:1-4

It is easy for us to say, “Jesus changed my life.” But allowing God to completely change us is a true paradigm shift. It’s a radical change in how we think, process, respond and live. This morning, we will discuss two paradigm shifts in my life that set me on a different path… all for His glory! I’m praying that these passages will do the same for you too.

Matthew 6:25-34 and Proverbs 3:5-6

How are we supposed to deal with sudden changes in our circumstances, good or bad?  What advice does the Word of God give us when we suddenly get "bad news" or maybe receive an unexpected "windfall"?  Has Jesus ever given us guiding principles or the wisdom we need to handle these kinds of things, and even everyday life?

 Well, yes He has, and they are found in the middle of his Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7.  This morning, Pastor Jon wants to share one of the best things he and Jane learned from Jesus over the past year, following his leukemia diagnosis.

Psalm 8:3-4

We live in a world that often explains everything, categorizes everything, and reduces mystery to math. But in doing so, we risk losing something sacred: the wonder of God. Wonder is not naivety. It’s not ignorance. It is the heart’s response when it touches the edge of the infinite. It’s what Moses felt before the burning bush. What Isaiah felt in the temple. What John felt when he saw heaven opened. Today, let’s look at how wonderful our God is and how, through childlike eyes, we can recover our wonder of Him.

Matthew 4:18-22, 8:18-22 & 9:9-12

Our relationship with Christ and our calling is very much like a road trip journey. It’s often sunshine and beautiful days full of clarity. But at the same time there are days of clouds or fog which can make it hard to grasp the next steps how to move forward. Our goal this morning is to discover what God’s word says about our journey with Christ and the call that comes with this journey.

Joshua 21:45
Blessed and bumpy. Life’s journey speeds up, slows down, enjoys joy, and suffers loss. God’s promises never fail. How? Milestones modeled throughout Joshua remind us the path isn’t easy, but rewarding. Our journey is more about our heart’s condition than our present location. Staying the course leads to God's love, purpose, and presence in our lives.

Hebrews 3:1-6

Whether you have a long-lasting faith, just beginning your journey or have yet to place your faith in Jesus, there are moments when we all struggle to believe. The struggle could be centered around our ability to receive His grace. Or perhaps it is whether God can truly heal. Maybe your struggle is with God’s timing or God’s justice. No matter how we struggle, we need to look toward Jesus. 

1 Samuel 16:1

This message addresses the pain of grief, emphasizing that grief does not simply disappear with time. Drawing from 1 Samuel 16:1, it highlights how prolonged grief can paralyze, affect us physically and emotionally, and hinder our future. This sermon offers practical ways to counteract grief, such as filling oneself with the Holy Spirit, taking deliberate steps toward recovery, and seeking new direction in God. Additionally, it presents the acronym GRIEF as a helpful guide to understanding and managing grief, reminding us that trusting in the Lord is the ultimate source of healing and hope.