Here is a conversation starter for an upcoming small group discussion – or – (for the internal processors among us) for a long walk in the woods. Imagine a person who has faced some hefty personal failure and received not judgment but mercy. How does that change a person? Might he or she relate to…
Category Archives: Gospel Transformation
Stop Stressing Over Circumstances
As we near the end of the school year, many graduates are looking for jobs, applying for schools, and worrying about what comes next. But God desires rest for our souls, not anxiety induced by transition. Take a look at this article from Relevant Magazine: God Wants You to Stop Stressing Over Your Circumstances.
That’s My King
For the last six weeks during Lent, we’ve been reflecting on the sin of humanity and Christ’s work on the cross for us. During the Genesis sermon series, we contemplated the lies that Adam and Eve believed about God and about themselves. We learned about Cain’s offering and how it was really for himself. Through the flood we recognized…
Ways to Worship—Not Worry—This Election Season
“I want this election cycle to move my heart to worship.” Take a look at this great list from The Gospel Coalition: 4 Ways to Worship—Not Worry—This Election Season.
Prayer for the North Shore
When I was in college, I went on the first of several short-term mission trips. As is often the case in short-term trips, my impact on the country I served was rather limited…but its impact on me was profound. One of my biggest take-aways was on the power of prayer. We prayed for our time—constantly,…
Update from Your Elders: late February 2016
In the interest of trying to keep everyone in the church on top of the kinds of things the Elders are discussing and acting on, here are three things we talked about at our meeting on February 22nd: 1. Gospel Renewal – You have probably noticed a buzz about a renewed focus on the gospel…
Why Am I So Busy?
We often feel too busy, but sometimes we don’t even know why! As we continue to reflect on themes of image, work, and rest in Genesis, check out this article by Tim Chester, a pastor and author in England.
Is NSCBC Changing? An Elder’s Reflections
Have you been noticing a difference at NSCBC lately? You might answer, “Sure, there are more new people and it’s getting harder to find a parking place.” Yes, you’re right, but there is something more fundamental happening. You may remember the sermon series about three years ago on The Sermon on the Mount, when Interim Pastor…
