NCCF Sunday Service - Captured Live on Ustream at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/nccfss
Summary
The service included singing hymns focused on God's goodness and mercy, and a reading/study of Philippians 2:1-16, emphasizing humility and Christ-like conduct. The speaker encouraged the congregation to internalize scripture for transformation and reminded them that the time for sharing reflections is like a potluck, where all contributions are welcome.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Reciting Philippians 2The congregation reads through Philippians chapter 2 together to have God's word written on their hearts for times of need.
Differentiating teaching, prophecy, and testimonyUsing a potluck analogy, the leaders explain the distinct roles of teaching facts, prophetic faith-claims, and joyful testimonies of what God has done.
Discerning God's voice through wisdomA member shares how James 3:17 serves as a guideline to test whether wisdom and voices heard are truly from heaven.
The Holy Spirit's witness and the power of repentanceA speaker reflects on how the Holy Spirit confirms our place in the body of Christ and how genuine godly sorrow produces a tender, repentant spirit.
Seeking the Lord and responding to His reproofAnother member shares from Proverbs 1 that seeking God requires responding to His correction, because those who spurn His reproof will not find Him.
Praising God for life and ministryA member shares a testimony praising God for His work at a pro-life ministry and His intimate knowledge of every unborn child.
Trusting God through graduate school midtermsA student shares how God faithfulness helped overcome intense fear and anxiety during first-year graduate school exams.
Praise for answered prayer on a green cardA member shares a joyful testimony of God's intervention and provision in granting their green card after months of prayer.
