New Hope Seattle Vodcast

HOT TOPICS - Brothers from Another Mother

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 21:44:00 GMT

Special guest speaker Pastor Albert Moore takes a look at favoritism and judgment in the church. We see that the moment judgment passes, acceptance ceases and love is completely out of the picture. We are commanded to love each other. Pastor Albert poses a series of questions that get at the heart of what love looks like for us in the shadow of offenses, judgment, unforgiveness, and grudges. 07.13.2008

HOT TOPICS - What's Sex Got To Do With It?

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 20:41:00 GMT

Did someone say sex? In church? Why yes someone did. It was the pastor! Pastor Jon Burgess pulls no punches with this bold message on sex. Where generations of the church has painted an over arching picture that sex is dirty and shameful, we see in scripture that our sexuality is a gift that we are to enjoy, but only within the safe containment field of one of God's other gifts, marriage. Sex is not only a servant and is central to the health of a marriage, but it is also too strong outside the safety of a marriage. 07.06.2008

HOT TOPICS - Christianity: Caught or Taught?

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 03:41:00 GMT

We kick off summer with our Hot Topics series; topics and issues submitted by the congregation. This series delivers questions and answers that are on the hearts and minds of New Hope. We kick it off the first of these topics on education and how to responsibly teach our children in a society where Christianity has been sanitized from public policy. Special speaker Pat Klose reminds us that we, the church, are in and of ourselves a teaching and loving community. 06.29.2008

40 Days of Community - What Have We Learned?

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 23:53:00 GMT

We close out this series on the 40 Days of Community with a retrospective on where it was we were at before starting this journey and what happened as we entered into it and now finish. We hear a testimony of what happens when you follow God's lead and step out of your comfort zone. We see that this 40 Days of Community is not the end of this journey to reach out and reach in, but just the beginning. See what God is doing with nhs small groups and where He has been calling us to grow. 06.22.2008

40 Days of Community - A Father's F.O.C.U.S.

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 23:36:00 GMT

Happy Father's Day! We kick off this episode with some fantastic new uses for one of Dad's favorite things, duct tape. This episode is loaded with a powerful testimony that will tug at your heart. We hear a story of a broken childhood and an abusive father and see God's amazing restoration and love in his life as a father today. We are reminded of our heavenly father's focus, his undying love for us and that it's never too late. God love you and wants to walk with you, daily. 06.15.2008

40 Days of Community - Serving Together

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 23:28:00 GMT

This episode looks at an illustration of a God sized vision that we as a community struggle to even keep up with. But one thing is certain, forging ahead alone is not an option. We have to not only work with God in his vision but also together as a T.E.A.M; Trust, Empathy, Accommodation, Mission. We look at the definitions of the acronym and investigate what it takes to build a team and serve together successfully. 06.08.2008

40 Days of Community - How We Help Each Other Grow

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 05:33:00 GMT

With the fast pace of today's advertising driven society that is constantly telling you that you are worthless and that you need X in order to be happy or fix your problem, our basic design to love becomes cold and calculated. How are we to help each other grow spiritually and do any of us really want to? In this episode we look at the life, healing, and growth that is possible for us personally by the act of lifting up someone else. This is completely backward to the way the corporate dog-eat-dog world functions, where you step on others to get a leg up. 06.01.2008

40 Days of Community - What Kills Relationships & What Heals Them?

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 05:17:00 GMT

This Sunday we look at 4 poisons to our relationships as well as 4 God provided antidotes to those ailments. Our human nature naturally deals in these poisons and the points made in this message hit very close to home with all of us. The root of these poisons are based in fear, however the antidotes are based in love. The antidotes are don't come to us naturally and we have to choose them over the poisons if we want to invest in our relationships. 05.25.2008

40 Days of Community - Reaching Out Together

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 05:14:00 GMT

As we have kicked off our 40 Days of Community small groups and have reached out as a church to our community in the amazing Embracing Shoreline event, we now look at reaching out together as individuals and as small groups. We look at 7 simple ways to reach out through prayer, your friendships, common interests, a love for people, telling your story, and a partnership with God and others. 05.18.2008

40 Days of Community - Why We Need Each Other

Sun, 25 May 2008 01:20:00 GMT

We kick off this Mother's Day message with a baby dedication and continue our Community Project theme in the 2nd installment of the 40 Days of Community series. We start off by asking the question, do we really need others? We know we aren't meant or designed to go through life alone, but we often live our day to day lives this way. There is strength in numbers and as a body of Christ this episode explores 5 truths to walking in relationship and why we need each other. 05.11.2008

40 Days of Community - START!

Sun, 25 May 2008 01:01:00 GMT

"You are not alone." Yet we sure do feel alone quite a lot in whatever it is that we struggle with at the moment. We see that as a part of God's family, we are called into community, that we walk with each other and together love others out of their loneliness. We see through the example of Jesus that we are called to Start Now, Start Together and Start Small. Do we have the big picture, the fool proof plan? Absolutely not, because if we did, why would we need God? Sometimes it takes a leap of faith to Start Small in the things that God has called us to as a community but the impact is often far greater than we realize. 05.04.2008

The Community Project - Revive Us Again!

Mon, 19 May 2008 05:14:00 GMT

Because of the tendency of the flesh to slide backwards, Christians find ourselves in need of periodic renewal (personal revival). When a whole generation is caught up in revival we experience an awakening (which we need in America now). One of the integral prompters of revival has been testimony. As the Lord instructed us in Ps. 78, the older generation is to pass on to the younger generation the stories and praises of the great God we have. Godâs work in the past gives us hope for the future. Pastor Steve Ulmer takes us powerfully through this engagement and we close with a blessing of several baptisms. 04.27.2008

The Community Project - (Bridgers) Holy Vandelism

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 04:59:00 GMT

Join us this weekend with our special guest Pastor Paul Godin as he walks us through a look at the Bridgers (Born between 1978-2002): They are technologically astute, tolerant of diversity, and super-fragmented regarding their preferences. Most are in the teens and 20âs. We see that the faith gap between generations is widening as time goes on and that brings some of us to desperate acts. Paul walks us through Mark 2 showing us how the desperate acts of some religious misfits could map onto our own lives. 04.20.2008

The Community Project - (Busters) The Gideon Generation

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 04:45:00 GMT

We continue our series on the Community Project looking at the generations. This week, the Busters (Born between 1961-1983): Though they may be the most abused, forgotten, and alienated generation of the four they are very issue oriented: the environment, family values, race, and sex. Most are now in their 20âs and 30âs. We see the most important thing to the Busters are relationships. Like Gideon, the Buster generation is full of hidden warriors and one of the greatest barriers to their faith is cynicism. 04.13.2008

The Community Project - (Boomers) The Joshua Generation

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 04:33:00 GMT

This weekend we look at the Boomers (Born between 1943-1964): The largest and most studied generation in U.S. History. They have a reputation for being rebellious, affluent, and independent. Most are now in their 40âs and 50âs. We parallel the Boomers with the example of Joshua leading a younger generation into the promised land through being open new things and rather than choosing sides, Joshua chooses to stand on God's side. 04.06.2008

The Community Project - (Builders) The Caleb Generation

Thu, 3 Apr 2008 05:47:00 GMT

A get-it-done generation. Builders are loyal, faithful, and committed. Most are in the 60âs, but with todayâs advances in medicine and technology, 60 is the new 40! This episode looks at the story of Caleb and reclaiming the land that God had given his fore fathers. We see a great example of leadership and how it applies to the "Builder" generation today. 03.30.2008 (video iPod friendly)

The Community Project - Three Conversations at the Cross

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:28:00 GMT

There is an amazing thing that we celebrate through Christ- not only our own salvation, but the salvation of the generations. Though the crucifixion and resurrection occurred over 2000 years ago we are still living in the freshness of itâs reality! The choices we make for or against the ways of Christ will affect not only our own lives, but future generations. The good news is that todayâs choice can change everything. 03.23.2008 (video iPod friendly)

The Community Project - Clean!

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 20:01:00 GMT

As we kick off this new series on Palm Sunday, join us for a power packed episode including Water Baptism, Table Talk and Sign Dance. Stepping into The Community Project series, we first look at the common denominator for true unity in the Christian community. We were all dirty in sin and through Christ we have been made clean, pure and free. Some of us are living in this reality, but some of us are still walking around with the shame and guilt of our dirty past. Letâs celebrate the life weâve been given that none of us deserve! 03.16.2008 (video iPod friendly)

What's Love Got To Do With It? - LOVE YOUR ENEMIES

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 04:13:00 GMT

We finish off this series on a subject difficult to comprehend but even more difficult to put into practice. We are commanded to love our neighbor but how do we love our enemy, especially when they are our sibling or own family member? Continuing in the Genesis narrative, we see the first example of this sibling rivalry in Cain and Able. Do accomplish this we need a change of perspective. That we must close our own eyes and look through the eyes of Jesus. 03.09.08 (video iPod friendly)

What's Love Got To Do With It? - YOUR FAMILIES STORY!

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 06:33:00 GMT

What was God's original design for family, not only your own family that you were born into or share right now, but God's family? We continue through Genesis looking at the first family and how their story relates to our own. We learn that we are meant to pass on our family story and see how families have been doing it for generations. Put into perspective, passing along your personal and family story could be the most important thing you do. 03.02.08 (video iPod friendly)

What's Love Got To Do With It? - THE GREAT LEAP FORWARD!

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 06:19:00 GMT

We continue looking at the Genesis narrative to explore true community. What does community mean to you? Looking at the original community that was established and broken in the beginning, we ask ourselves what we are called to in a new community that has been restored through Christ. Join us for some exciting vision casting and new happenings going on at New Hope! 02.24.08 (video iPod friendly)

What's Love Got To Do With It? - A NOT-SO-BLIND DATE!

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 22:59:00 GMT

Caution, this one might catch you off guard. In this week's message we look at the distinction between Godly dating and the world's design of dating. We see a growing trend of higher divorce rates, destroyed relationships and broken homes. What do you allow outside the safety of commitment, and who's commitment? We look at God's perspective and how to step into his design, designed to last. 02.17.08 (video iPod friendly)

What's Love Got To Do With It? - CARE FOR CREATION & CALL TO COMMUNITY

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 05:01:00 GMT

In this next installation in this series we are treated to a special message delivered by guest speaker Courtney Laguio. With so much focus these days on the environment, recycling, and becoming more "green", we look at how the Environmental movement relates to community and ask the question, what's love got to do with our relationship to creation and our environment? We look at a picture of God's love that extends beyond the church, beyond our cities, into every nook and cranny of the earth. 02.10.08 (video iPod friendly)

What's Love Got To Do With It? - WHERE ARE YOU?

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 04:46:00 GMT

We kick off this new series, "What's Love Got To Do With It?", with a fantastic new song, Love Letter. In this episode we examine how we have compartmentalized God's love. What would your life look like if it wasn't? What if you walked with God where you live, worked with God where you labor, and worship God with those you love? We ground this investigation in Genesis where after "the fall" God asks "Where are you?" 02.03.08 (video iPod friendly)

Raising Godly Children

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 04:33:00 GMT

Special guest speaker Pat Close brings us a view of the challenges and humor involved in raising Godly children. We learn how crucial the early years are for our children and how much impact we can have on the rest of their lives by giving them a firm foundation. We recognize that no one has all the right answers when raising a child, but we see that the Bible gives us some great examples to follow. Pat looks at the example that King David represents not only as a son of God but also as a faithful father who set an example and prepared the way for his son Solomon. 01.27.08 (video iPod friendly)

New Hope 2008 Vision: Part 2 - Compassion

Sun, 3 Feb 2008 06:41:00 GMT

The second part of the vision for New Hope Seattle in 2008 involves compassion: the very heart of God. We don't just take risks for our own personal thrill, we risk because His compassion burns within us! Compassion is not passive- It gets our attention, it stirs our affection and leads us to action and exploits for the glory of the Kingdom of God in the world around us! A people moved by the compassion of the King will change the world around them one person at a time! 01.13.08 (video iPod friendly)

New Hope 2008 Vision: Part 1 - Risk

Sat, 2 Feb 2008 01:15:00 GMT

The first part of the two part vision for New Hope Seattle in 2008 involves living a life of risk. As it turns out risk is the pathway to partnership with God. Through ready obedience, daily instruction from on-high, a fresh expectancy for divine opportunities and a perseverance that never says "die" we will live the Christian life the way it was originally mean to be- investing whatever we have with all that we have! 01.06.08 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Paul: You Haven't Missed Out!

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 20:07:00 GMT

We close out this series on Heroes of the Faith with a look at resolutions and a prayer that Paul prayed over the church which serves to refocus, renew, and reunite. We embrace this prayer as our own and pray it for those around us, our family, our community, our country. We look at stepping into the new year with a "full lamp" and in order for that to happen, we realize we need to empty out some stuff that's "in the freezer" to make room. In addition to many other examples in the Bible, we see in 1 Cor. 15: 57-58 that nothing we do with Christ is a waste of time. 12.30.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Emmanuel: The Greatest Gift

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 19:59:00 GMT

Pastor Jon Burgess returns from his Manila mission trip with new perspective on the greatest gift we can be given, the opportunity to give! "Iâm too old, too young, too tired, too scared, too inexperienced, too full of sin, too prideful, etc." We all have a million excuses of why God canât use us, but the Christmas story is proof that a hero is made, not born. What God was doing was making heroes and birthing miracles and doing the impossible right before our eyes! Now thatâs worth celebrating. 12.23.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Timothy: The Next Generation

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 19:39:00 GMT

This message brought to you by Pastor Albert Moore emphasizes the importance of discipling the next generation - youth of today. What are you investing in? Is it something that will last and stand the test of time? We look at the pastoral letters from Paul to Timothy as a heathly model on how to disciple and invest in those who follow you. We see that Paul's model contains 4 Life Stages of Disclipship: Engaging, Equipping, Encouraging, Entrusting. Join us as we dive into mapping this model onto our own lives, bridging the generational gap and passing on truth. 12.16.07 (video iPod friendly)

Total Devotion: A Modern Day Nativity

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 22:54:00 GMT

As our own Pastor Jon Burgess continues to be away on his Missions trip in Manila, we are blessed with another guest speaker, Pastor Doug Bursch of Evergreen Life Ministries. We kick of this service with a special performance by Kap II and then jump into an investigation of God's love for us and what our own expression of that looks like. Pastor Doug finished off by painting a very real picture of how we appear in the modern day nativity scene. 12.09.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Moses: The Bigger Mission

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 22:38:00 GMT

We are blessed this Sunday service first by a very special water baptism and then by a word from Pastor Paul Greer on one of his personal heroes, Moses. Pastor Greer also shares a little bit of his family history and the adventure he and his family are currently embarking on, missions in Papua, New Guinea. We see that God often calls us to something bigger than ourselves, something so big that it's hard not to shrink away from it. But we see by the story of Moses, that what God was telling him and what God is telling us is the same, I am with you. 12.02.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - King Herod: True Freedom

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 22:32:00 GMT

King Herod: The Cost is Too High- Communion Sunday (The Prodigal by Rich Mullins)- The daughter of Herodias seduced a King. The King took the head of John the Baptist. Who pays the price around us for the temptations we give in to? What price are we willing to pay to feed our flesh? In Matthew 14 we learn about the death of hero at the hands of weak man. In other words we learn about ourselves. 11.25.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - David: The Welcome M.A.T.

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 22:25:00 GMT

David: A Different Dialect - Thanksgiving Potluck- Ephesians 5 says we speak a different dialect then we used to. We use to speak the language of thanksgiving as opposed to gossip, slander, filthy language, etc. No one serves as a better example of this then David who filled up a whole book with his thanks in the best and worst of times! 11.18.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Widows: Hidden Heroes

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 22:14:00 GMT

This special Veteran's Day service brought to you by Pastor Steve Ulmer looks at the hidden heroes of both long ago and of today in a picture of a faithful widow. Through the commentary of Jesus we see through the acts of a widow an example of growth in prayer, living by faith, and giving by grace. 11.11.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Job: Life on Planet Earth

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 23:08:00 GMT

This week we take a look at a hero of unwavering faith, Job. Job teaches us that God is not only good, God is being good to us right now! Do we trust His goodness despite our circumstances? The only life we have is today! The question is not how we feel today, but will we respond to God today? Our relationships are the most important thing in the whole world. What is God using to remind us of this truth right now? 11.04.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Ezra: Hometown Hero

Sun, 11 Nov 2007 02:48:00 GMT

This special service delivered by guest Pastor Albert Moore begins by exploring the question, How do I set the spiritual barometer in my home? We look at Ezra in this episode and the example he provides for his hometown of Jerusalem through the actions of his heart. Ezra checks the overall tolerance level towards sin, specifically, intermarriage and he shows us how to accept responsibility for our actions by taking ownership and rejecting passivity in our lives. Finally, Ezra stirs up faith and leads by example, concreting himself, as well as others, to God. This unique service ends with the blessings of several people giving the life to Christ in the obedient act of water baptism. 10.28.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Mordecai

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 18:15:00 GMT

This week we are treated to a special word from a dear friend and guest, Pastor Aaron Bull. Through the lesson of Mordecai we understand that this church as a whole and in our lives individually be established to determine what needs to happen in Seattle. God has put each us in areas of influence where we work, live, and and play. God is raising up those who are letting go of their own agendas in favor of a divine agenda bigger than themselves. As we follow God's lead in our lives we will be surprised at how He uses us to influence others. 10.21.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Nehemiah: Intermission

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 05:12:00 GMT

In this second installment of Heroes of the Faith, we look at Nehemiah who was faced a crises of epic proportions. All that he had worked for looked close to being destroyed by his enemies. Rather than falling into frustration, he fell into the arms of His God! He took an intermission and then entered his mission with boldness and clarity: Panic vs. prayer, distraction vs direction, and relinquishing vs remembering. The direction we take with each of these will be determined by whether or not we take an intermission with God! 10.14.07 (video iPod friendly)

Heroes of the Faith - Peter: Rocking the Boat

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 22:41:00 GMT

We kick off a new series looking at Heroes of the Faith. We have heard it said that heroes are made, not born. But how are they made? What is this process that causes a normal person to become a hero? Where can we find a good example of a hero these days? If you have been reading in our daily readings you will recognize our first Hero of Faith for this Sunday, everyone's favorite extremist disciple - Peter! A character study of his life reveals how Jesus brings us all from places of extremes to places of balance in our lives! It all starts with this simple illumination: My definition of balance and God's definition of balance are usually not the same! Prepare to have your boat rocked this Sunday! 10.07.07 (video iPod friendly)

3 Year Anniversary Celebration

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 22:14:00 GMT

This unique Sunday we celebrate 3 years of New Hope Seattle and look at not only where we have come from but also where we are going. This episode is jammed packed with a powerful message, live hip-hop performance, video/photo montage, testimonial table talk, and a moving live hula dance. Tune in and be encouraged to find out what works God has for you and take a step in that direction. 09.30.07 (video iPod friendly)

Just Walk Across the Room - Grander Vision Living

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 22:04:00 GMT

This Sunday we conclude this incredible series on practical evangelism and drive the point home by putting people first. I think that is why this series has resonated so much with so many. It is not as much evangelistic program as it is reminder to love the people around us! This is learning to live with a Grander Vision and a higher purpose then what usually moves us through our days. The whole series will be capped by a powerful and dramatic performance from members of our worship and drama team performing a song that sums it all up - My Heart Goes Out! 09.23.07 (video iPod friendly)

Just Walk Across the Room - The Power of Story

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 21:31:00 GMT

The past few Sundays of this series we have enjoyed some powerful stories illustrating the importance of walking across the room when prompted by the Holy Spirit. This Sunday we will hear another story of how a young man's life was impacted by a complete stranger walking out of his circle of comfort into the zone of the unknown. Rather than a normal table talk, this testimony will be presented through the lyrics and rhymes of rap! This will lead us right into the power of story that each of us have. We will look at how to bring our story and God's story across to people in clear and relevant ways! This is gonna be fun! 09.16.07 (video iPod friendly)

Just Walk Across the Room - Live in 3D

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 21:26:00 GMT

Last week we kicked off the series with some powerful testimonies on just how important walking across the room can be... literally a matter of life and death in some cases. So, once you walk across the room, then what do you do? Well, that's what we're going to be looking at this Sunday! 09.09.07 (video iPod friendly)

Just Walk Across the Room - The Single Greatest Gift

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 21:21:00 GMT

This Labor Day Weekend kicks off what will be a real turning point at New Hope Seattle. We are finishing our third year with a strong focus on the reason this church was planted in the first place - to give hope to all those who do not yet know Him! The premise is as simple as it is profound: "The single greatest gift Christ-followers can give to the people in their lives is an introduction to the God who created them, who loves them, and who has a purpose for each of their days." We will experience some powerful testimonies of how many lives are impacted when one person leaves their circle of comfort and walks across the room to extend a hand of hope! 09.02.07 (video iPod friendly)

Hot Topics - When Dreams Are Shattered

Wed, 5 Sep 2007 19:57:00 GMT

Many of us have had our dreams shattered in life and wondered what was supposed to happen next. In this episode we conclude our Hot Topics series by learning from Joseph and his response to a broken dream as well as the people of Israel. We also have the joy of hearing testimony of broken dreams that have been made whole by the hands of God in a way never imagined. Topping it all off the NHS hula team will bless us with another powerful dance to the Ginny Owens song, If You Want Me To. 08.26.07 (video iPod friendly)

Hot Topics - Lost and Found

Wed, 5 Sep 2007 18:36:00 GMT

When your Children Stray: One of the challenges every parent must face is when a child goes astray. What you do is as important as what they have done. We look at several Biblical examples to help us make the right decisions by leaving a light on and preparing a pathway home. 08.19.07 (video iPod friendly)

Hot Topics - Let It All Out

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 00:36:00 GMT

Yes this next Hot Topic is yet another tough one, Depression. We kick off this episode with a powerful sign dance and finish with a revealing testimony. Depression is a growing trend in our culture so we do some investigation and look at both the common causes and how you can Let It All Out and deal with our bouts of depression when they occur. The truth is constant but our emotions change every 20 minutes. You are not alone and there is no need to kill today with yesterday's problems. 08.12.07 (video iPod friendly)

Hot Topics - Life Lessons from Death Pains

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 06:09:00 GMT

What do you want on your tombstone? From marriage to finances and now to dealing with death, you are probably thinking Hot Topics should be called tough topics. We see that it is healthy to look at death and that the joys and experiences of now are what makes it even harder when it comes. But on the flip side, when we think about death and meeting our maker, it makes the now that much more rich and adds to the natural cycle of the life and adjusts our perspective. Why, is a good question and wisdom comes from looking to see what we can learn through this painful process by taking our honest feelings and questions to God. 08.05.07 (video iPod friendly)

Hot Topics - K.I.S.S.

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 06:04:00 GMT

From the first Hot Topic of marriage we move on to the next topic picked by the New Hope congregation... finances, money, the root of all evil, something we all struggle with and often dread dealing with. We look at the KISS acronym and some tools to simplify such a hot topic. Ask yourself who is the ultimate owner of everything, what can you take with you when you die and what is the distinction between your obligations, your needs and your wants? Where does faith fit in? Listen, watch through some great testimonies and a powerful drama. 07.29.07 (video iPod friendly)

Hot Topics - When Your "Check Marriage" Light Is On

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:37:00 GMT

In this episode, we kick off a new summer series called Hot Topics, a series designed by the New Hope Seattle congregation. In this first episode, we look at our own personal views and directions on marriage. Acknowledging that perfect marriages don't exist, we examine and share some great tools to have a successful marriage. Comparing marriage to a vehicle, the checklist may look something like this; passenger list, luggage or baggage, a road map, and a final destination. 07.22.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - From the Pit to the Pulpit

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 05:55:00 GMT

Closing out the Awakening Series, special guest Pastor Steve Ulmer touches on our only responsibility in the Lord's prayer, that is to forgive. But we first have to get that we are forgiven. We see that often it takes desperation for us to cry out for help. But the question is where do we go for help? Do we go to the Lord or do we go to the temporary band aides of sex, drugs, money, TV, or other self soothers? We see that the greatest pit of despair is our sin and our greatest need is for forgiveness. We dive into not only what it is to accept God's EPIC and eternal forgiveness but also how to experience it. 07.15.07 (video iPod friendly)

When Life Worries - Letting God Shepherd You

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 05:03:00 GMT

Special guest Pastor Albert Moore talks about something we all deal with, worry. We all worry about something but the reality is that the accomplishments of our worry is usually nothing. Statistics show that 92 percent of what we worry about has nothing to do with the problems we are facing right now. The root of all worry is us trying to play god. We see what it means to take the Lord as our shepherd and how He can take care of us through His provision, protection, and guidance. 07.08.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Three Eternal Truths

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:15:00 GMT

In this episode, we look at 3 eternal truths that come to us through God's invitations. God is inviting us into a relationship, into a friendship, with Him so that we can see that there is more here than meets the eye. That we are at war and fighting for something greater than ourselves. God invites us to stand our ground and dig in our heals. God invites us to offer hope to those around us not through judgment but through participation in the process by playing our crucial role in His adventure. 07.01.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - A Double Shot of Reality

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:14:00 GMT

As we wind down this series on the Awakening to an EPIC life, we look at the I and the C, Image-Rich and Connective. We know were made in God's image but we only reveal that to the world by doing what He designed us to be and do, no matter how small we may think that is. He made you to be the best at what you do. But you can't be that alone. It is others that encourage and help to bring that out in us. Stepping into our own design in turn provides a space for others to shine as well. What is it that God has called you to be good at? 06.23.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Act 4: The Kingdom Restored

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:16:00 GMT

This special Father's Day episode contains two beautiful sign performances as well as touching video montage in recognition of Dads. In this 4th Act of the Awakening series, we look into two biblical examples of fathering and lessons we can learn, both as a son or daughter and as a father. 06.17.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Divine Participation

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:14:00 GMT

Did you know that the popular TV series American Idol has overwhelmingly out done both the Winter Olympics and the Grammy Awards in viewer ratings? This episode explores what can happen when we recognize and accept our invitation to be an active participant that effects the outcome of God's EPIC story. We see that sometimes the smallest thing can have the biggest impact. More Cow Bell! 06.10.07 (video iPod friendly)

Cell-E-Vision

Tue, 5 Jun 2007 06:54:00 GMT

Where ever two or more are gathered in my name, there too shall I be. This week Pastor Steve Ulmer looks at the church under a microscope and highlights the strength and unique characteristics of cells that make up the church, i.e. small groups. Just as cells in our body are alive and always functioning, cells of a healthy church are also alive and living out their design throughout the week, not just on Sunday morning. 06.03.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Act 3: The Battle of the Heart

Tue, 5 Jun 2007 06:47:00 GMT

In our previous episodes, we have seen that drawing closer to God is not easy. Not only have we ourselves put road blocks into place to keep us from Him, but we also unveil through our journey, that we have an enemy who is trying to keep us away from the one who created and loves us. Join special guest Pastor Albert Moore in this episode as we look at where the battle for our heart began. We see that the same tactics used to enslave our hearts are still as applicable today as they were when the battle first started. 05.27.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Act 2: The Entrance of Evil

Mon, 21 May 2007 05:40:00 GMT

"The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist." Are we aware of what is really going on? We are the target of an ongoing invisible attack and it's time to wake up. If we don't know we are under siege, we will accept it as status quo, business as usual. Or worse, we will assume that what is happening to us is our lot in life and that we deserve it. We look at how to respond to this unseen battle, this invisible war that we are born into, and that we are not alone in the fight. 05.20.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Experiencing God, Part 2

Mon, 21 May 2007 05:37:00 GMT

One of the best ways to experience and come to know God is through children, especially our own. On this extra special Mother's Day service we share baby dedications, a special Mother's Day video montage, and a moving hula experience as we explore the definition of beauty through both the world's eyes and God's eyes. You are beautiful! 05.13.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Experiencing God, Part 1

Mon, 21 May 2007 05:34:00 GMT

Is Christ simply a historical figure or a living force to be experienced in our daily lives? We look at the impact of having an experiential relationship with Jesus and the transformation it brings. How can you argue with experience and if it's not real, is it worth it? We have the choice to play an active role in which experiences we fill our lives with. We notice that those we hang out with rub off on us. Who are you hanging out with? 05.06.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - E.P.I.C. Prayer

Mon, 21 May 2007 04:46:00 GMT

When disasters reach epic proportions, we need epic prayer. We look back through history at how we have responded, as a country, in prayer to disastrous events, ranging from Civil War times to current times with the war in Iraq and a massacre at Virginia Tech. Then getting more intimate, we focus in on our personal disasters and how we can keep God in the formula of our lives through prayer. Prayer, one of our primary methods of communication with God, can be as simple as a conversation while stuck in your daily commute. 04.29.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Eternal Love

Sun, 13 May 2007 17:45:00 GMT

What story has God written you into? Instead of determining what story you are in by looking at what stories you're not in, why not start at the beginning? Or better yet, talk with the author. In this episode we look at the fact that God has never been alone and that you, being designed in his image, aren't designed to be alone either. At your very core, you were created with a longing to be a part of a community. We see that we were created out of the Trinity's joy, into an already existing family, to enjoy together the world that God created for us. 04.22.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - E.P.I.C. Prologue

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 05:34:00 GMT

Have you ever thought of Christianity as an EPIC story in which you have a vital and leading role? In this 3rd installation of The Awakening series, we look at God's EPIC story and our role in it, both at a Macro and Micro level. An EPIC has been defined as a dramatic story on a grand scale. By trying to wrestle the pen from God so that we can write our own story, we take ourselves out of the lead role in our own lives that God has for us. We discover an all too familiar C.O.R.D. that must be cut if we are to assume our intended role; a heart of Cynicism, a lack of Ownership (procrastination), ashamed of Reputation (fear of what others will think), and an attitude of Defeat. 04.15.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - Caution: Extremely Hot!

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 05:31:00 GMT

This Easter service attempts to bring God's message to you exactly as Christ brought it, extremely hot and not watered down. Enjoy this touching and honest testimony of what it means to realize what Christ came here to do, save and restore us. We see through a great metaphor of recycling, the process we go through to acknowledge and accept this gift of salvation. God can take the worst thing about our lives and make it into something that is beautiful and powerful, and moving. See first hand what it means to go through this recycling process. 04.08.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Awakening - A Fresh Brewed Life!

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 05:26:00 GMT

This Palm Sunday message not only kicks off holy week but it also kicks off a new sermon series called The Awakening. In this 1st entry, we look at how we can awaken to what God has called us to? We find that we can't do this until we have responded to God's passionate love for us daily. What does this look like? Find out in this exploration of what happened before the triumphant entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem and how it maps onto our own lives in the here and now. 04.01.07 (video iPod friendly)

How You Can Have a Joy Filled Marriage

Sun, 15 Apr 2007 02:11:00 GMT

Special guests Pastor John and Treesa Bangs share their secrets to a joyful marriage and we find out that there are no special secrets if we look to God's word and model in Christ. We see that following Christ's model is by no means easy and neither is marriage. John and Treesa take us through an exploration in God's word on marriage and definitions of submission, respect, love, reverence, and meeting needs. 03.25.07 (video iPod friendly)

The Mission Minded Church

Sun, 15 Apr 2007 02:04:00 GMT

Special guest Pastor Joe Allen share a message of his experiences of church planting and missionary work and God's call on his life to impact South Africa (see entrust-ministries.org). Hear first hand and straight from his mouth what it is like to live on the edge of your faith. We hear that God's love can be felt in something as simple as a hand shake. And we see that your mission doesn't have to involve overseas trips, but can start right at home with your family and friends. 03.18.07 (video iPod friendly)

Letting Go

Sun, 15 Apr 2007 01:58:00 GMT

In this exploration into the value of self sacrifice, we see that the pathway of true love is paved with the pain of letting go. God has something better for us around the corner that we can't see yet, but we have to let go of what we're too happy to control right now. We discover that letting go is a constant process that makes room for growth in our lives when we give it up to God and make a trade. We give up what we are holding on to in order to make room to receive what He has for us. Hear testimony of the growth process and what it took for a Foursquare church and a Baptist church to let go and come together as one in the Lord. 03.11.07 (video iPod friendly)

Deeper In and Farther On - Part 10 - Inside Out

Sat, 14 Apr 2007 00:51:00 GMT

In this last installment of the Deeper In and Farther On series, we see that coming to Christ by grace is not the same thing as earning a ticket into heaven by jumping through hoops. Going farther on, we see that we are all victims of judging each other, whether Christian or not, but particularly over that distinction. We are posed with the question, where do we get off doing this? We all need God's grace and we see that this perspective starts with the heart and that the change comes from the Inside Out. 03.04.07 (video iPod friendly)

Deeper In and Farther On - Part 9 - Going God's Way.

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 18:45:00 GMT

Everybody is heading somewhere. Do you know where you are heading and how to get there? If every little daily thought and action affects our path and end destination, who is our guide for each little step we take and each little choice we make? We discover that our little daily decisions, when led by God, prepare us for the bigger, more difficult, decisions on the horizon. 02.25.07 (video iPod friendly)

Deeper In and Farther On - Part 8 - God's Amazing Grace.

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 18:27:00 GMT

What does it mean to be enveloped by the grace of God and released from our current day forms of slavery? We explore the reciprocal relationship between our faith and what we do (our works) and discover that one without the other will diminish. We pray for eyes to see the "God At Work" signs, join Him in what He is already doing, and walk with Him to finish what He has started. 02.18.07 (video iPod friendly)

Deeper In and Farther On - Part 6 - Why the Weekend Celebration?

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 18:04:00 GMT

We know how to act when our favorite team is winning or when the hero triumphs over the villain, but how do I act when I'm singing to and praising Jesus? We understand our role in playing the 12th man when we cheer on the Seahawks but what is our role in worshiping God? These are the questions explored in this Superbowl Sunday message. 02.04.07 (video iPod friendly)

Deeper In and Farther On - Part 3 - Who is Your Daddy?

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 17:13:00 GMT

Looking into the miracle of adoption, both by others and by our adoption in Christ, we see that we each have a special and specific role to play in history, His Story. You, yes you, play a major role in this epic story. Explore the perspective of adventurously greeting God with a childlike "What's next, Papa?" in this message. 01.14.07 (video iPod friendly)

Deeper In and Farther On - Part 2 - Good Intentions or God Actions?

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Going in circles or feeling broken under the weight of your responsibilities and daily trials? By looking at who or what is leading us, we learn that going farther in the works set out for us starts by going deeper in our relationship with God and results in transformation. 01.07.07 (video iPod friendly)

Deeper In and Farther On - Part 1 - Am I Among The Deep People?

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 23:31:00 GMT

What does it mean to be deep and am I among the deep people? These are the questions explored in this New Year's Eve kick off of the Deeper In and Farther on series. If going deeper in your relationship with God is something you are interested in, these questions are a great place to start. 12.31.06 (video iPod friendly)

But I Forgot

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 02:50:00 GMT

Observation: There is a working relationship that God invites His people into. We are to live a holy life and yet it is God who makes us holy. We see an active pursuit of holiness is expected on our part and a supernatural activity on Gods part to make us like Himself. There is nothing more frustrating then instruction without direction. God doesnt just tell us to live holy, He tells us how. With such utter detail does he direct us that we quickly come to understand the our God is not blind to anything. He sees and is aware of the ways of the human heart from the most pure to the most perverse. He calls us all to a new level of purity. Application: As I read through Leviticus its hard at points not to get a little sick to my stomach. The scenarios of sin depicted, the rules behind offerings described, all of it showing Gods attention from one end of the spectrum to the other. It all begins to make sense when seen through the lens of a Father caring for His children. There are things that come out of my mouth regarding what to do and not to do that I never would have thought Id ever say prior to having children. But, how else are my young boys supposed to know how to live unless I guide them. I realized my love for my sons when I no longer hesitated to wipe their bottoms, catch their vomit or hold their muddy soggy bodies to my clean clothes when they have fallen into a puddle. If someone would have described the level of care required to raise children in pure and holy way prior to having them I might have chosen to get a goldfish or something less demanding. But, just as natural as this care and instruction is for me to my sons, so too is it from my Heavenly Father to His children. From this perspective the need for the explicit detail and unending repetition then begins to make sense. I took my boys to Alki Beach yesterday to enjoy some brief glimpses of sun and blue sky. I explained carefully where to run and where not to run. Dont run near the cars on the road or near the water. Run like mad everywhere else. Pretty clear right? Nope! Splash! Daddy, my shoes are wet. But, I just got done telling you not run near the water! What I had failed to clarify however was how to respond when coming face to face with a mud puddle!. If theres a loop hole they will find it. We are the same way with our God. How many times have I told you not to grab your baby brothers head while hes sleepin? But I forgot! Thus, repetition and detail in direction become painfully necessary. Now, finally, Leviticus makes perfect sense. Prayer: Thank You Lord, for fathering me so well. Thank you for having patience with me. Thank you for both calling me to holiness and showing me how to get there from here. I love your direction. Im thankful for your discipline. You are so good to me!

What Not To Wear - Part 6 - Pride vs Humility

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 17:56:00 GMT

Stacie and Clinton's hosting roles get outsourced to kick of this episode on Pride and Humility. This extra special Christmas service shows us that surrendering your Pride and putting on the clothing of Humility starts with a choice and results in transformation. 12.24.06 (video iPod friendly)

What Not To Wear - Part 5 - Anger vs Meekness

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 17:22:00 GMT

Pastor Jon Burgess dives into an all too common emotion that leaves a wake through our words and actions, Anger. He encourages the reality of our Anger and through God's word, shows how we can be responsible for our emotional wakes and follow our models for Meekness. 12.17.06 (video iPod friendly)

Style vs. Substance

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 01:21:00 GMT

Scripture: "By an act of faith, Abel brought a better sacrifice to God than Cain. It was what he believed, not what he brought, that made the difference. That's what God noticed and approved as righteous. After all these centuries, that belief continues to catch our notice." Hebrews 11:3-4 (MSG) Observation: The author of Hebrews brings out a solution to the mystery of Genesis 4 and in the process shows me what is most important to God. It wasn't clear in that early narrative why God accepted Abel's offering rather then Cain's. These verses reveal Abel's offering was brought by faith while Cain's was brought by obligation, tradition, or perhaps even competition. But, according to this scripture, it's not what you bring (crops or cattle) to God that matters as much as why and how you bring it. It's the age old struggle between style and substance. Application: In the coming together of two churches as different as New Hope Seattle and Richmond Highlands Baptist there are discussions to be expected regarding these differences: Hymns vs. Modern Choruses, Loud vs. Mellow, Traditional vs. Contemporary, Books vs. Overhead Projector, King James vs. The Message paraphrase. So much of this simply has to do with style and will be determined by the core focus of our outreach. If we lived in Texas worship would have country flavor. In urban LA hip-hop would be appropriate. In Seattle maybe indie-rock is preferred. All of this is style. Cain's crops vs. Abel's cattle. Remember, it wasn't what he brought, but what Abel believed would catch God's attention. The substance of my offering to God is determined by the faith focus. If I bring Him a song, regardless of the style, out of tradition, obligation, or a desire for position, God will not have it. If I bring what ever little and best I have to simply touch the heart of my King, then, regardless of the style, that's the substance He's looking for. Faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen. Prayer: May I lead this church in not getting bogged down in discussion of style, but rather bring You something of substance and worth. The style of music I enjoy now may soon be outdated, but let my heart bring You my best regardless! Show me how to lead Your people in this type of faith offering and faith living! In the midst of this Valentines season you aren't looking for Hallmark cards of empty words in moments of religious piety, but full hearts expressing their love to You. Let my love for You be proud and loud!

Living Large in 2007

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 23:07:00 GMT

Scripture: âIf I acted crazy, I did it for God; if I acted overly serious, I did it for you. Christâs love has moved me to such extremes. His love has the first and last word in everything we do.â? 2 Corinthians 5:13-14 (MSG) Observation: Paul talks of what motivates and moves him through the highs and lows of life. What keeps him from becoming conservative in expressing the Gospel? He live an extreme faith and calls others to the same when he writes, âI canât tell you how much I long for you to enter this wide-open, spacious life. Your lives arenât small, but youâre living them in a small way.â? (2 Cor. 6:11-13) Paul is not talking to the pre-Christian in this text, he is addressing the saved. They have grown careful in their faith, they have become conservative in their expression. This communicates that God is smaller then He really is. 2 Corinthians 5:5 reveals that an extreme Christianity is lived in the light of heaven â our true home. When we arenât trying to find comfort here we take risks for our King and live large for His Kingdom. Application: Last night Elijah received his first trophy ever along with the rest of the soccer team. He was beaming as everyone cheered. His improvement towards the second half of the season (his first season) was amazing. He went from passive observer to aggressive goal maker. The transformation came the first time he made a goal. All of the parents erupted on the sidelines and shouted out his name. He realized we were all cheering for him. Thatâs all it took. From that point on his head was in the game. You can sense Paul cheering on the church in these passages. Shouting out my name heâs saying, âCome on Jon, donât get quiet and careful, youâll get run over. Get in there and give it your all. Up until last night, Aden hadnât been sure he even wanted to play soccer next season when he will be old enough. He wasnât sure he had what it takes or whether he wanted to expend the energy required. Last night Elijah let him hold his trophy. Adenâs eyes grew wide as he looked in awe at the plastic gold statuette of a soccer player in action. Seeing my moment for motivation I crouched down and looked Aden in the eyes. I said, âIf you decide to play soccer next year youâll get a trophy too!â? A big smile came to his face as visions of trophies danced in his head. He told Cyndi later that he was going to get a trophy next year when he plays soccer. He was going to risk it for the prize ahead. This is what motivated Paul, the prize of heaven, and the promise of an eternal life with Christ. Paul did things he never would have done, said things he never would have said, expended energy he would never have given for he had tasted of heaven and would never settle for less. Prayer: Through Scripture and through my boys You continue to challenge me not to settle, not to fence in my faith, but to continue to live large for You. As I stand on the threshold of a brand new year let me be willing to take the faith risks required to go Deeper In & Farther Out for You my Lord!

God is Still With US

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 16:49:00 GMT

A Charlie Brown meaning of Christmas.

What Not To Wear - Part 4 - Laziness vs Integrity

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 04:53:00 GMT

Pastor Steve Ulmer brings a new perspective on a complete spiritual makeover. Laziness brings poverty, both physically and spiritually. Integrity on the other hand establishes righteouness in the eyes of God. (video iPod friendly)

What Not To Wear - Part 3 - Envy vs Thankfulness

Sun, 10 Dec 2006 20:35:00 GMT

We follow the continuing adventures of Stacey and Clinton in the What Not To Wear series. This time Stacey is having a hard time with envy and Clinton helps her see the light. We discover how envy divides us while thankfulness unites us! To top it off our third annual turkey toss during the brunch. Our third turkey toss (whoever throws it the farthest keeps it!) requires that it be three times bigger then before. (video iPod friendly)

What Not To Wear - Part 2 - Lust vs Purity

Sun, 10 Dec 2006 20:03:00 GMT

What a kick-off we had last week of our new What Not To Wear series. Stacey and Clinton did a great job of getting us warmed up to the "soul wardrobe" idea. This week we will look at the competing styles of lust and purity with an honest eye and an open heart. The trend towards lust started in the garden and we have been clothing ourselves in it ever since. Through Christ we have the option of a much cleaner feel if we are willing to let Him come in and throw some of our old ways of thinking out! (video iPod friendly)

What Not To Wear - Part 1 - Greed vs Generosity

Sun, 10 Dec 2006 19:45:00 GMT

We determine our "spiritual wardrobe", either clothed in Christ, or clothed in sin, by our daily decisions. Over the next two months we will be looking at the seven deadly sins and the seven Godly virtues (Christ-like attributes) that we choose to take off or put on every day of our lives. This Sunday we will look at the three patterns of greed as opposed to the clothing of generosity. My prayer is that by the end of this series each of us will be more cognizant of the effect of our choices and more fully clothed in Christ. Join Stacey & Clinton as they showcase of "What Not to Wear" in our spiritual lives. (video iPod friendly)

The Core - Contemplation

Sun, 3 Dec 2006 17:22:00 GMT

Last week we looked through fresh eyes at the value of communication for our church and our own lives. This week we continue with the second of our four core values, contemplation. We will look at the culture of New Hope that welcomes the questions of a seeker, the varied views of the believer, and the importance of small groups in helping us process our faith and apply it the real world. (video iPod friendly)

The Core - Revisited

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 02:32:00 GMT

In this new season of our church it is more important then ever that understand our values. What makes us tick? What guides our decision making process? When you cut a New Hope member, what do they bleed? I want to encourage you, even if you think you know what our four core values are to revisit them with me and make sure these values are resident within your own ministries and in your own life. This month is given to rediscovering what makes New Hope different from so many other churches. (video iPod friendly)

Moving Forward - New Hope Seattle's Two Year Anniversary

Sat, 7 Oct 2006 06:46:00 GMT

We celebrate two years this Sunday and what that means is that we celebrate you! Thank you doesn't come close to telling you how we feel about you and the call of God on your lives. We begin a third year together with more then we ever thought possible. We move together as a team to reach as many as possible while it is still called "today"!

We Are in This Together ! What now? - Part 3

Sat, 7 Oct 2006 06:40:00 GMT

This Sunday's service will be a little more segmented (or liturgical) in format. We will have worship songs as a public response to each of the points in the message. We are taking a look at what the Israelites did to prepare to cross over to the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership. We will prepare our hearts in the same way as we prepare to cross over to a whole new season of ministry for New Hope Seattle!

We Are in This Together ! What now? - Part 2

Sat, 7 Oct 2006 06:36:00 GMT

This week we continue in our preparation for the move to our new building and the adoption of Richmond Highlands Baptist Church. We will look at the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives to direct, connect, and inspect His people. Using Psalm 139 as a backdrop we will see the three ways the Holy Spirit serves as the G.P.S. of the soul!

We Are in This Together ! What now? - Part 1

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 16:26:00 GMT

Now that the 40 Days of Purpose are over and we know that we're here for a reason, what's next? Last night I shared out of 1 Peter and God has called all of us, young and old, to clothe ourselves in humility. Pastor Steve approached me afterward and told me he was preaching out of the same passage to the Baptist church this weekend! How's that for confirmation. We know God has called us to unity, but most of us think it's just going to happen automatically or that it's not that high of a priority. As it turns out God moves in an atmosphere created in unity through humility. This weekend we will look at the five ways to stay one! (video iPod friendly)

40 Day's Of Purpose - What have we learned?

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 16:00:00 GMT

It is hard to believe that we have come to the end of the 40 Days of Purpose. We have been planned for God's pleasure (worship), formed for God's family (fellowship), created to become like Christ (discipleship), shaped to serve God (ministry), and made for a mission (evangelism). What we will find this weekend through testimonies, photos, and vision is that these last 40 Days were spiritual preparation for the days ahead. Even as this campaign is ending I will be announcing the beginning of a whole new season for this church plant as we move towards our Two Year Anniversary on October 1st! I pray that everyone will take what they have learned over these past days and live it out, pass it on, and make it real in the days to come.

40 Day's Of Purpose - Evangelism

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 15:53:00 GMT

This week we will be continuing with our study of the 40 Days of Purpose as we look into the last purpose - Evangelizm. Evangelizm is not standing on a soap box, it is a way of life and the way people view our lives in accordance with our faith in Jesus Christ. (video iPod friendly)

40 Day's Of Purpose - Ministry

Sun, 10 Sep 2006 17:48:00 GMT

This week we will continue with our study of our 40 Days of Purpose as we look into the forth purpose - Ministry. Ministry is not just a title for a pastor, but for everyone who has accepted Jesus Christ as their savior. It is our duty to proclaim the message of salvation through Jesus Christ by the lives we touch and the relationsihips we build. (video iPod Friendly)

40 Day's Of Purpose - Discipleship

Sat, 26 Aug 2006 02:37:00 GMT

This Sunday we will continue our 40 Days of Purpose as we look at the third purpose for our existence- Discipleship! The message is entitled God and The Grill as. You had to know I would work in my BBQ somehow! The message will be presented in a way that includes The City Vineyard church. They have been meeting down at Richmond Beach for five years now on the first Sunday of August and have graciously invited us to be a part of the celebration! (video iPod friendly)

40 Day's Of Purpose - Fellowship

Sat, 26 Aug 2006 01:38:00 GMT

This week we will take a look at our second purpose for being alive- Fellowship! This is something we love to do, but most of us understimate the power of fellowship in our lives. It's more than a pat on the back or a potluck lunch, it's an invitation to an etermal family! Regardless of how close we think we are fwith fellow believers, there is another level each of us can grow into: Membership leads to friendship leads to partnership leads to kinship. Last week we looked at our our vertical relationship of love with our God through worship and this week we will look at our horizontal relationship of love with one another through fellowship! (video iPod friendly)

40 Day's Of Purpose - Worship

Tue, 1 Aug 2006 17:19:00 GMT

This week we will be looking at the first of the five purposes: Worship. It turns out that worship is a whole lot more than simply the musical section of the Sunday morning service. We have been planned for God's pleasure and worship is what we give our lives to. It requires all of our attention, affection, and abilities. Once we walk in a lifestyle of worship we will experience the fulfillment God created us for. For everyone who feels distant from God or desires to draw near this Sunday will make it clear how we can make that a reality. (video iPod friendly)

40 Day's Of Purpose kick off

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 16:59:00 GMT

This Sunday we will look at how to prepare our hearts for what God wants us to do. Not only will we be reading together, attending small groups together, and memorizing scripture together, we will also be praying together. I will share the prayer I am praying over New Hope Seattle and invite each of you to join me in this prayer as well. Be sure to check out the pilot for the new and improved Jake & August show, bobble-heads and all. (video iPod friendly)

Don't Waste Your Life!

Fri, 7 Jul 2006 14:33:00 GMT

We will be looking at how to make the most of the short time we have on this earth. We will be answering three basic questions that each of us must face before embarking on our 40 Days of Purpose journey: What Does God Want? What Does It Take? And Why Should I Do It? Essentially we will get as much out of these 40 Days as we put into it!

The DaVinci Dialogue - In Search for the Holy Grail

Fri, 7 Jul 2006 14:30:00 GMT

It has nothing to do with the sensationalism of a Hollywood movie or a novel written with creative license. It has everything to do with the fact that Christâs blood was spilt and caught and carried in the vessels of those who call Him Lord. How is a woman held to a higher standard and a higher calling then the womanâs lib movement or the âsacred feminineâ? pagan rituals could ever touch. (video iPod friendlly)

The DaVinci Dialogue - Fodder's Day

Sat, 24 Jun 2006 03:14:00 GMT

Father's Day- Dan Brown enjoys the liberty of using the early Church Father's as fodder for his attacks against Christianity. We will take a look at actual and factual historical accounts of what the founders of the church considered important enough to die for! Their lives will challenge what we live for and what we would die for today! (video iPod friendly)

The DaVinci Dialogue - Thank you Dan Brown!

Fri, 16 Jun 2006 17:28:00 GMT

If the church responds with open arms and open dialogue rather than scorn and fear of questions Dan Brownâs feigned facts about the church may well be a blessing in disguise. It opens up discussions with spiritual seekers who have otherwise written off the church. The big question is whether or not the church is still relevant in the 21st Century! The answer is a resounding âyesâ?. What does the Biblical response to environmentalism? What is the Biblical response to social injustice? Letâs take a look!

The DaVinci Dialogue - Jesus Identity Crisis

Tue, 6 Jun 2006 19:45:00 GMT

Pastor Dan Laurenzo from New Life Center approaches the concept of Jesus in a secular world. "We get the strongest clues to help us clarify Jesus' identity in his own words and descriptions about Himself. What did the eyewitnesses report about Him? How did He present Himself in relation to God? "Suppose we conclude that Jesus is God. What difference does that make to us? If He is God He is large enough to lead me into my personal destiny. If He is God He is large enough to carry my pain. If He is God He is large enough to invite me to personal surrender." Engage in this dialogue and view a special edition of "Fact or Fiction," produced by Tony Morrow. (video iPod friendly)

The DaVinci Dialogue - Speak For Yourself!

newhopeinfo@gmail.com — Sat, 3 Jun 2006 05:19:00 GMT

How would any of us like it if while we were out of town someone began to spread lies and slander about us to friends and family? What if they even went through the trouble of creating false documents to soil your good name? Would you stand for it? Would you just let it go by without providing facts that would vindicate your name? What if Jesus sat down and had a dialogue with Dan Brown or anyone who attacked His divinity, His authority, His validity, and His family? We will look at what Jesus said to His detractors while here on earth and see how He silenced them then as He will silence them now. (video iPod friendly)

The DaVinci Dialogue - A Novel Idea

Tue, 23 May 2006 15:50:00 GMT

Picking up where we left off in the Deconstructing DaVinciâs Code we take a more in depth look at the claims of Dan Brownâs novel and their implications in relation to the Christian faith. The dialogue must continue between the church and those with questions if The Truth is to be found. We donât run from the questions, we take them head on. This series will find further dialogue and depth through the DaVinci Discussion Groups that will coincide with this series. These groups open to Christian and pre-Christian alike will allow for more personal application then a Sunday celebration can provide. (video iPod friendly)

The Journey: The "Third Place"

Mon, 15 May 2006 03:43:00 GMT

What is the goal of this journey called life? Very simply that our road would become His road. This means our job, our home, our lives become wrapped up in the very essence of who God is. It doesn't happen all at once, but with every mile of this journey that becomes His our we begin to taste the freedom of His will guiding ours! You will also enjoy NHS Live: Mother's Day Edition and a beautiful Hula dedicated to Mom's everywhere!

Life Song

newhopeinfo@gmail.com — Sun, 6 Nov 2005 01:47:00 GMT

Scripture

These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far away. Their worship is a farce, for they replace God's commands with their own man-made teachings. For you ignore God's specific laws and substitute your own traditions. Mark 7:7-8

Observation

In this passage the high and mighty Pharisees and teachers of religious law do their best to nail Jesus and his disciples for lack of discretion and abeyance to the ceremonial laws. As usual Jesus reveals their hearts by pointing out that the very thing they are so proud of and are policing other on, they are guilty of breaking themselves.

Application

We are so event oriented in our society. Worship is for guitar-driven segments in our Sunday morning services. Bible study is that time we read it during our LIFE Groups. Prayer is the time just before I pass out on my pillow at night or the action reserved for moments of great desperation. Everything is segmented off in our minds, but not in God's. From His grand perspective He sees it all at once. We soon find out that His response to our worship is not determined by our ceremony or ritual, but rather by our heart actions leading up to that moment. Jesus uses a couple of examples in this chapter to point out how God sees worship:

1. Abandoning parents in need when is an inconvenience. Where's the honor in that? What makes me think I can honor God with my songs if my actions leading up to it haven't been honoring of those He has called me to care for?

2. A filthy and undisciplined thought life. If I am lusting, full of anger, or thinking about how I can advance my own cause, what make me think I can come before the Lord pretending that my words come from a pure heart? He can't touch that kind of worship. It's tainted and mixed.

We can, like the Pharisees, miss the forest for the trees. We can get so good at looking good and yet our hearts can remain far from God.

Prayer

There's this song from Casting Crowns entitled "Lifesong". It speaks of a lifestyle of worship and not just an event. I think of times when I get angry with my kids or frustrated with people, or let my eyes wander and then find myself with my guitar wondering why I can't connect with You. This is why. Worship is my Lifesong to You. My actions will determine if my offering is a sour note and off key or if is a beautiful sound that pleases Your ears. Let my Lifesong sing to You.