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This podcast is dedicated to sharing the preaching and teaching from New Horizons Christian Church of Winter Garden, Florida. In the coming weeks and months we may begin to offer more in audio content such as devotional thoughts, teaching, discussion, etc.

New Horizons Christian Church is an independent Christian Church committed to obeying the teaching of the Word of God, reflecting the character & example of Jesus Christ and following the leading of the Holy Spirit.

Our singular Mission, Vision and Purpose is found in the simple truth of "Not I but Christ" as we seek to increase the role of Jesus in our lives and ministry to the community as we seek to IMPACT, INFLUENCE and INVEST in our neighborhood and community for His Name's sake!

NHCC Sermons & Teaching New Horizons Christian Church

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This podcast is dedicated to sharing the preaching and teaching from New Horizons Christian Church of Winter Garden, Florida. In the coming weeks and months we may begin to offer more in audio content such as devotional thoughts, teaching, discussion, etc.

New Horizons Christian Church is an independent Christian Church committed to obeying the teaching of the Word of God, reflecting the character & example of Jesus Christ and following the leading of the Holy Spirit.

Our singular Mission, Vision and Purpose is found in the simple truth of "Not I but Christ" as we seek to increase the role of Jesus in our lives and ministry to the community as we seek to IMPACT, INFLUENCE and INVEST in our neighborhood and community for His Name's sake!

    Born Again

    Born Again

    John 3:3, Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the Kingdom of God.”
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    When we consider Christ’s love for His bride, the church, it can sometimes be easy to forget that He has a great compassion for each of us individually. There are many stories of phenomenal growth in the New Testament church. Yet, within all these stories of the crowds of people coming to accept Christ as Savior, there is one tucked into Acts chapter 8 that reminds us of each person’s importance.
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    This Sunday, Frank focuses on this unique conversion story in his message. Its two-fold lesson highlights the importance of of both the one sent with the Gospel and the one who needs to hear that same call to grace and salvation.

    • 37 min
    Handling Criticism

    Handling Criticism

    Philippians 2:14-15… Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world…
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    Often, when we face criticism, the knee-jerk reaction is to become defensive and, possibly to begin pointing a finger at the flaws of our critic. Mind you, it is not necessarily a good thing is someone is constantly critical of others, nor is all criticism constructive. In fact, some criticism can be rather destructive.
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    So how should we respond to criticism as a believer in Christ. First and foremost, we need to humbly consider if the criticism is in any way, warranted. We cannot presume in our pride, that we are somehow beyond reproach and have nothing in our lives worthy of criticism.
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    Also, even in those moments when we deal with people who are being critical of us or or actions without merit, we are still called to be forgiving as our Father is forgiving—remembering that we have also had our moments of weakness when we may have unjustly criticized someone else.

    • 35 min
    I Surrender All (Generosity)

    I Surrender All (Generosity)

    Acts 4:35… There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold and laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.
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    Sadly, the perception some have of the church is that we are simply an organization with our hands open, asking for donations. Also, sometimes even within the body of Christ, there is a feeling that if you ever mention giving or offerings that it can be intrusive and/or bothersome.
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    The problem with this perception is that it completely avoids the sobering truth, that there are those in need who have no other alternative than the generosity of the Christian family. While we can have an understanding that there have been those who have exploited this truth for selfish purposes, it is reckless to simply generalize all churches and all Christians as selfishly motivated. The truth is, the majority of Christians who ask for and offer offerings do so out of a desire to reflect Godly generosity.
    Frank shares such an example from the early church this Sunday, as the family of God offering sacrificial gifts to make sure that the needs of the whole body were addressed. God’s grace had moved them from a place of ownership of what they had to a place of stewardship of that which God had given them for the purpose of providing for His whole family.

    • 30 min
    What Is Church - Part 2

    What Is Church - Part 2

    Acts 2:42-47, And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.
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    Ask most people what a church is and you will get a variety of answers. For many people, it is a building or structure in which people come to worship or congregate for the purpose of community and fellowship. But as the old saying goes, “We don’t go to church… We ARE the Church.”
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    Of course, that old cliche does not fully explain what it is to be “the Church.” To fully grasp that concept, we must go back to the foundations and beginnings of the church in the New Testament. In this next sermon series Frank will focus on those first Christians that made up the body of Christ. In doing this together, perhaps we will catch a glimpse of the devotion to Christ and knowing more about Him, as well as their love and encouragement for each other.
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    We invite you to join us and hear the message and find out more about how it applies to our lives as followers of Christ. In fact, we hope that as you join us and hear the Word of God taught, that His Spirit would guide you into an understanding that helps you to grow in wisdom and in truth.

    • 35 min
    4 - TEACH

    4 - TEACH

    The old saying goes, “…those that can’t teach.” A tongue-in-cheek remark about those who have skills to do certain things resort to teaching if that are not able to succeed at their craft. This marginalization of the skill of teaching is, in fact, unfounded.
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    When it comes to our faith and spirituality, we are dependent on teachers who lead both by instruction and example. For many of us, a parent, family member, youth leader, etc. was our first teacher when it came to the beginnings of our faith. But throughout the maturing of our faith, different teachers partnered with the Holy Spirit to make an impact on our lives.
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    The truth is, not matter how far along in our faith we are, we need teachers to guide us. But there is another truth—no matter how far along in our faith we are, someone needs us to be a teacher to guide them.
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    Join us this Sunday, as Frank dives into this fourth and final aspect of the Great Commission... to TEACH... from Matthew 28:18-20.

    • 27 min
    3 - BAPTIZE

    3 - BAPTIZE

    Matthew 28:18-20, And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in Heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
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    Is baptism required for our salvation? Is there a right or wrong way to baptize? Is there a right or wrong time to be baptized? Over the years, there is certainly a variance in the beliefs about baptism. Of course, there is a proper way to approach these questions about baptism—look to the Scriptures and allow them to speak for themselves.
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    When we do that, it is incumbent upon us not to be driven by traditions, but rather by our obedience to the Word of God. As the old cliche goes, “I know there is a God, and I know I am not Him.” Thus, we must not add to or take away from the Bible teaches about all subjects, including baptism.
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    Join us this Sunday, as Frank dives into this third aspect of the Great Commission... to BAPTIZE... from Matthew 28:18-20.

    • 34 min

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True to the Word

I appreciate the preaching and teaching content that comes from this church. I love the commitment to Biblical truths. That is not to say other churches don't do that. It just seems clear that NHCC has made a commitment to make sure the Word of God is not only referenced in the message but the real life applications are highlighted through those biblical truths.

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