A sampling of Church Life at New Hope Presbyterian Church.
David Haney Memorial Service
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Have Yourself A Christ-Centered Christmas
I love the sights, sounds, colors, and tastes of Christmas. I enjoy the gifts, decorations, and delicacies unique to December just as much as anyone.
Pay much closer attention to what we have heard
“We have to be continually reminded of what we believe. Neither this belief nor any other will automatically remain alive in your mind.
Mourning the Loss of David E. Haney
Along with the rest of the OPC, the Committee on Diaconal Ministries (CDM) is deeply mourning the unexpected passing of Mr. David E. Haney, who at the age of 56 went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 9, 2019.
A Thankfulness Questionnaire
Tomorrow we celebrate Thanksgiving in America, a day where we communicate our gratitude in front of others.
Sit at my right hand
“The words “sit at my right hand” are not only a symbolic description of the seat of honor; they also conjure up a picture of an oriental court in which the king, seated on his throne, is surrounded by servants.
Art Camp Update Day 5 (2019)
Today we wrapped up a wonderful week of Art Camp and are excited to celebrate tonight at the Art Fair! We hope everyone will drop in between 7 and 9pm tonight…
Give Thanks For Material Things
I say this jokingly, but I’m serious at the same time: there are days when I don’t care about redemption; all I want is a good steak!
“God spoke”
As soon as we begin the Book of Hebrews, we encounter what is perhaps the single most important statement that could be made in our time: “God spoke”.
Art Camp Update Day 4 (2019)
The kids enjoyed another day of Art Camp, with dodge ball and water balloons replacing soccer and volleyball.
The Search For Life
Why do we keep acquiring more possessions when we clearly already have enough? Why do we stare into overstuffed closets and tell ourselves that we have nothing to wear?
Afraid of Commitment?
Of course you are! You don’t want to get stuck in an unhealthy relationship or in a dead-end job; you don’t want to get stuck in a bad situation or with a responsibility you can’t ever shake!
Art Camp Update Day 3 (2019)
We’re thankful for yet another great day of Art Camp! The children are progressing on their looms; they finished up their “pine cone flowers”
I Am Not Afraid
In a world that is held in such deep darkness where the light of truth often seems more of a flicker than a flame – in a world where deceit, dishonesty,
Evangelism and The Sovereignty of God
“Evangelism is not the only task that our Lord has given us, nor is it a task that we are all called to discharge in the same way. We are not all called to be preachers;
Art Camp Update Day 2 (2019)
We want to thank the Lord for another wonderful day of Art Camp! Today the children learned about the Fibonacci spiral and how it’s reflected in everything from sea shells to hurricanes to galaxies;
Are You Asking These 5 Questions?
Last week I wrote about a life-changing conclusion that the Israelites came to in Deuteronomy 1:27 – “Because the Lord hated us, he has brought us out of the land of Egypt, to give us into the hand of the Amorites, to destroy us.” (ESV)
The Message of Romans
Love never stands aloof from other peoples’ joys or pains. Love identifies with them, sings with them and suffers with them…
Art Camp Update Day 1 (2019)
What a great start to Art Camp! We had a full contingent of children arrive this morning bright and early, ready for the start of a big week.
A Life-Changing Sentence In Deuteronomy
When was the last time you started a Bible reading plan with the book of Deuteronomy?
We must keep our hope and be patient
Romans chapter 12, verses 11 and 12 “give us four imperatives that are really calls to patience. At first, these two verses only seem to be about our relationship to God,…
Art Camp Less than a Month Away
With art camp less than a month away, New Hope is buzzing with preparations! On Saturday, our men and boys will be gathering to construct 80…
Gloryscopic and Mnemonic
I remember taking one of my sons to a national art gallery in Washington, DC. I love to paint, so I was personally excited about what we were going to see, but more than that, I was excited to give my son this awesome experience.
Open your mouth for the mute
“I believe that the greatest ethical issue of today is that of abortion.” ~ Dr. R.C. Sproul
Setting Out Two by Two
A trend on the rise in the OPC is married couples or pairs of friends setting out “two by two” in response to the need for volunteers…
My Heart Cries Out
My heart cries out, but I am not afraid, discouraged, panicked, forgotten, alone, dismayed, or doubtful because in the din of a million voices from every place, in every situation, young and old crying…
How do we discern our own spiritual gifts?
In Romans 12:3-8, Paul gives us three things to do: Self-examination. Paul wants us to “think of yourself with sober judgment.”
Short-Term Missions
More Prayer…More Bible Study. Praying at all times in the Spirit…Ephesians 6:18 (ESV) As summer draws near–and STM (Short-Term Missions) options are being considered, teams are being gathered, and trips are…
How The Ten Commandments Work
My family was attending a worship service punctuated by a powerful sermon on the Ten Commandments. After its conclusion, I turned to my wife Luella and said, …
What’s your motivation to obey God?
Some people seem to be motivated to obey God more out of fear (fear of losing their salvation, fear of being punished, fear of going to hell, fear of bad things happening)…
The Case for Short-Term Missions
When someone asks you to consider a short-term mission trip, you may immediately think of the reasons not to go. “I don’t have anything to offer,” you may respond. Or perhaps,…
Three Leadership Principles For Everyone
Good leadership is hard to find these days, have you noticed? Whether in the political, corporate, or religious arena, we see leader after leader fall or abuse their position…
Why should you attend worship?
1.The first purpose of Christian worship is thanksgiving. It is the glad response of Christians to the holy, redemptive love of God made known in Jesus Christ…
Serving Freely and Graciously…
Serving Freely and Graciously, With Such Glad Hearts. Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works… Titus 2:7 (ESV)
The Psalm That Changed My Life
When I was a younger pastor, I didn’t understand ministry. I didn’t understand the people I was called to serve or how to best serve them.
He is supreme in every admirable way over everything:
over galaxies and endless reaches of space; over the earth from the top of Mount Everest 29,000 feet up, to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean 36,000 feet down into the Mariana Trench;
Deacons as Mobilizers of Volunteers
At its recent meeting, the Committee on Diaconal Ministries (CDM) deliberated over the shortage of volunteers coming forward to help with hurricane relief in North Carolina following Hurricane Florence.
Warnings From Nebuchadnezzar
I’m sure you know the story of King Nebuchadnezzar. The king of Babylon had reached a height of unparalleled greatness and power…
Power is in the Word
“There is no people, Greek or barbarian, or of any other race, by whatever appellation or manners they may be distinguished, however ignorant of arts or agriculture,…