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303, 2025

We Worship Jesus

March 3rd, 2025|

This is Home: We worship Jesus

Pastor Matt Messner

March 2, 2025

Introduction

If there is one area of ministry that I feel the least comfortable leading, it is what most people would call worship. 

I can make a “joyful noise” but I don’t think anyone wants me to do so into a microphone. 

And it isn’t like I didn’t try to become a great worship leader. I really tried. People told me that I just needed training so I joined the choir to get vocal […]

2102, 2025

How to Be Better Together

February 21st, 2025|

We know that we are better together, yet being in relationships also brings conflict. Because of sin, we hurt each other. Jesus calls us to be proactive peacemakers. Scripture tells us, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with all people.” (Romans 12:18). We are to love our neighbors, our enemies, and those who challenge us. We are to bless those who curse us and to pray for those who oppose us. These commands are not easy, but they are essential to making Jesus known […]

302, 2025

A Renewed Mind

February 3rd, 2025|

“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ…”

Philippians 2:5

 

Thus begins the powerful passage describing Jesus as the suffering servant. It is one of the most insightful descriptions of the incarnation as Jesus “emptied himself” and became obedient to the Father, even unto death on the cross.

To have a mind like that of Jesus is a radical transformation.

It means that we know who we are as sons and daughters of God.

It means that we embrace God’s calling and purpose for our lives as it pertains to both who we are and what we do.

It […]

2701, 2025

Be Strong and Courageous!

January 27th, 2025|

This past Sunday Heidi and I shared our vision for 2025. We are excited, hopeful, and prayerful as we look ahead. Our mission is to Make Jesus Known! We also wrapped up 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, and 24 Hours of continuous prayer and worship. The culminating hour of worship was powerful. It is wonderful being part of a group of people who are sincerely seeking God and growing together. 

If you missed the service, here it is: 

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ALSO, we introduced some exciting possibilities for New Life Church. […]

2001, 2025

I am a work in progress

January 20th, 2025|

Yesterday I gave a sermon titled, “Work in Progress”. The manuscript and video are found here. The manuscript includes discussion questions.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1q7zMJjVP-4n7MfqtPOksyHf1UHHd5F9o9xlxMmSjxGk/edit?usp=sharing.

This theme is one the Lord has been putting on my heart lately. I am slowly reading through Dallas Willard’s “Renovation of the Heart” and it really brings to focus the importance and hope of personal inward transformation, to become more like Jesus.

In what ways are you growing and being stretched to be more like Him?

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