New Day Christian Church - Weston, WI

Christmas 2016

Welcome!

Do you remember that TV special about Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer? Rudolph figures out that he’s a misfit, and he decides to be independant. We all have times when we feel like we would be better if we were all alone. We even walk away from God. But God doesn’t leave us alone in the cold.

Tonight we celebrate that God loved the world so much that He gave us His Son, the first and greatest Christmas gift--Jesus Christ, Immanuel, God With Us, the Light of the World.

Jesus is God’s gift to the misfits.

We have all lived in a way that separates us from God and from each other. Through Jesus we find forgiveness from our past; we find direction for the present; and we find hope for the future.

I’m glad you found your way here tonight. You belong here. Together we’re admitting that we are all misfits who need a Savior. This Christmas Eve we worship the King who was humbly born as a misfit in order to bring us safely home to Him.

As you celebrate God’s ultimate Gift tonight, may you also experience His presence.

Pastor Aaron Winowiski

Plan for the Misdirected (Misfits Part 4 of 4)

“God has now revealed to us his mysterious plan regarding Christ, a plan to fulfill his own good pleasure” (Ephesians 1:9). For thousands of years, prophets and philosophers guessed at how God planned to set a wayward world back on course. At Christmastime we celebrate the Christ child born in a manger, the hope for the world and God’s gift to all who will receive Him.

Misfits Part 3

Pardon for Crimes and Misdemeanors 

Jesus was such a misfit in this world that He was sentenced to death. Even during the course of His execution, He made Himself available to a criminal seeking forgiveness and redemption in his final moments. This Christmas season, Jesus still offers the gift of forgiveness and redemption.

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God's Gift to the Misfits - Patience for the Misbehaving

Patience for the Misbehaving (Misfits Part 2 of 4)

Sometimes pride keeps people from receiving God’s greatest gift; we think, “I don’t need Jesus.” Other times, the barrier is shame; “I don’t deserve Jesus.” The Gospel accounts make it clear that Jesus sought out people who even His followers found to be offensive. Our friends from Dare to Believe will share with us real-life stories of finding and lifting up people who have been rejected by society, but not by God.

KEY VERSES: Luke 14:13 (MSG)  Invite some people who never get invited out, the misfits from the wrong side of the tracks.

God's Gift to the Misfits (1 of 4)

"Invite some people who never get invited out, the misfits from the wrong side of the tracks" (Luke 14:13, The Message). This Christmas season, we're going to celebrate the fact that Christ came to Earth humbly, and went out of His way to connect with misfits. When we acknowledge our own misfit status, we find that He gives us a purpose and a place to fit in.

KEY VERSES: Luke 14:13 (MSG)  Invite some people who never get invited out, the misfits from the wrong side of the tracks.

Revelation...for the Time is Near

Revelation...for the Time is Near

The Cubs win the World Series in extra innings. Trump wins the presidency despite pollsters’ predictions. What’s next? This teaching about the Book of Revelation will be a great reminder that nothing surprises God. He works everything into His plans to make all things new.

John’s Heavenly Vision

Focus:  The Scroll

1. The Seven-Sealed Scroll (Revelation 5:1)

2. No One Found Worthy to Open the Scroll   (Revelation 5:2-4)

3. Only Jesus Christ is Worthy to Open the Scroll  (Revelation 5:5-7)

  -Only Jesus worthy because __________________________

4. All Respond in Worship  (Revelation 5:8-14)

• - Four Creatures & 24 Elders (8-10)

• - Myriads of Angels (11-12)

• - Every Creature Everywhere (13-14)

 

SO WHAT?

All Things New: Growing in "Whatever It Takes"

All Things New: Growing in “Whatever It Takes”

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago” (Ephesians 2:10). There are amazing promises packed into that single verse. We’re going to consider what it will take for us to unpack those promises together as we experience God’s plan for us.

KEY VERSES:

Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)  For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.  

Ephesians 3:16-17 (NLT) 16  I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. 17  Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong.  

BIG IDEA: God saving us is not our reward for good works; good works are our response to God saving us.

THIS WEEK: Read Paul’s letter to the disciples in Ephesus (Ephesians Chapters 1-6). Make a note of anything particularly encouraging or challenging. Take one or two of those challenging points, and invite God to chisel away your old life this week.

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All Things New: Growing in Biblical Teaching

THIS WEEK: All Things New: Growing in Biblical Teaching

Whether we are a disciple of Jesus or not, everyone will go through difficulties in life. God wants to help us! We receive His help by first hearing and then following His instructions.

KEY VERSES: Matthew 7:24 (NLT)  Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. 

BIG IDEA: The loss from ignoring Jesus is more painful than the work of following Him. 

THIS NEXT WEEK: Read “The Sermon on the Mount” in Matthew Chapters 5, 6 and 7. Make a note of anything particularly encouraging or challenging. Take one or two of those challenging points, and pray to ask God what He would have you do to follow this teaching of Jesus this week.

All Things New: Growing in Authentic Relationships

Living a new life in Christ requires a new approach to interacting with people. Jesus says we’ll experience meaning, purpose and joy in life as we remain in Him; and remaining in Him involves going out of our way to love others.  

KEY VERSES: John 15:12-13 (NLT) 12  This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you. 13  There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.

BIG IDEA: Jesus says remaining IN Him involves going OUT of our way to  love others.

Biblical Communication Guidelines

• I will overlook minor offenses. (Ephesians 4:2; Proverbs 19:11)

• When I have a problem with another person, I will go to that person promptly and privately, only involving a few select others if the conflict persists. (Matthew 18:15-17; Proverbs 28:23)

• I will set aside my own pride in the face of conflict, and humbly pursue a course of biblical reconciliation as recommended by the church leadership. (1 Peter 5:5; Ephesians 4:2)

• When individuals have a problem with me, I want them to come to me privately; I will be open to them when they come. (Proverbs 15:31-32; Matthew 18:15)

• When someone has a problem with me, and comes to you, send that person to me.  I’ll do the same for you. (Proverbs 26:20; Matthew 18:15)

• When I am wondering if someone has a problem with me, I will go to them and ask promptly. (Matthew 5:23-24)

• I will not assume what others are thinking and feeling, or speak for others in regards to what they are thinking or feeling. (Matthew 18:15, 5:23-24)

• I will honor others by treating personal information and private conversations as confidential. (Proverbs 11:13)

I will refrain from all gossip and slander, only speaking that which encourages and builds up others. (Ephesians 4:29)

All Things New: Growing In Christ

All Things New: Growing In Christ 

Like swimming upstream, there is no standing still in life; you are either moving forward, or you are slipping back. It can feel exhausting! But God doesn’t expect us to do anything on our own. He provides the perfect plan and the strength to see it through. As we stick with Him, He’ll grow us into people of purpose. 

KEY VERSES:

John 15:5 (NLT)  Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing. 

BIG IDEA: As we obey the Greatest Command (Love God, Love Your Neighbor), we will experience the first command: BE FRUITFUL.