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GOD MATTERS (1 OF 4)

by Scott Maze

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12
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God Matters (1 of 4)
Series: Core Values
Scott Maze
Psalm 84:1-12


Today I begin a series of five sermons where I speak to the NRH family. In these messages I want to speak to the framing values for our church going forward. Paying attention to the values that have framed our church’s past, I want to speak to the clarifying values that will frame our future. We examine Scripture’s charge to the church in a time where the values have shifted.?

As recently as last week, The New York Times, did a piece on the new pope, Pope Francis. What was noteworthy about the article was its correction. The article has mistakenly described the holiday of Easter as the day people celebrate Christ’s resurrection to heaven. The next day, the paper noted correctly that Easter was Christ’s resurrection from the cross. Yet, the mistake shows how the ground has shifted under our feet. The church has had a privileged place in the West in general and in the United States in particular.?

1. An Overview of the Series

Throughout this series, I want talk with you about what really matters in the life of our church going forward. I want to speak on five key components that matter for our church’s existence. You could call them five vitamins our church needs to be healthy. Today’s message will focus on how our church is charged to connect people to God. I want to talk with you about the value of worship in your life. Next week, I want to talk to you about Generous Living. This is where our church meets the needs of those on the outside. Here I want to share with you the Bible’s call on each Christian’s life to work for justice in mercy in the lives of those around us, or social action. Week Three (April 21): We’ll see how Scripture matters in the life of our church. Week Four (April 28): I want to explore with you people who call NRHBC matter. Pastor Danny will be bringing this message. And then we conclude this series with Vision Sunday, May 5. You’ll wa ...

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