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Praying Against God’s Will Can Never Work

April 25, 2017April 11, 2016 by Travis Agnew

I’ve written before on “12 Reasons Why Prayer Doesn’t Work.” Many can become frustrated when they don’t see any success …

1 John Recap

April 25, 2017April 27, 2013 by Travis Agnew

A few months ago, we looked at the calendar and needed to plan how we were going to end the series on 1 John – “Knowing That You Know Jesus.” I had this random idea. I began to tell Jeff what I was thinking, and he said, “I was thinking the exact same thing. Let’s go with it.”

So, anyway, that “go with it” happened this morning. It was powerful and unexpected.

We simply read through the Book of 1 John. At the end of different sections, we worshiped according to the truth read. It was so simple and powerful just letting the Word speak. No commentary. No need for explanation. And we know it did not return void.

Gus Burgdorf did a great job sharing his work with the Gideon’s ministry. The Word is powerful (getting the theme yet?).

Today, we worshiped to a lot of music:

Believe God

April 25, 2017April 14, 2013 by Travis Agnew

Special day at North Side! Celebrated baptism and communion. Worshiped with all our hearts. Heard the Word proclaimed. Loved seeing the church in action!

We studied in 1 John 5 and talked about the 3 witnesses: the water (baptism), the blood, and the Spirit. We were able to experience that and celebrate each element today! It was such a special time.

Today, we worshiped to:

Overcome the World

April 25, 2017April 6, 2013 by Travis Agnew

Such a special time at North Side Baptist Church this morning. I love gathering with these people because it truly is family.

We were blessed to have the Erskine Gospel Choir lead us in worship this morning. Tobe Frierson’s leadership is so passionate and the choir does such a wonderful job.

Today, we worshiped to:

The Love of Christ

April 25, 2017March 24, 2013 by Travis Agnew

Powerful day of worship. It was great to begin celebrating Passion Week as a church family. Jeff’s message was so true. 1 John 4 paints a picture of the love of Christ that is simply breathtaking. He wanted to save us. He loves us. Christ loves people like me!

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Test the Spirits

April 25, 2017March 17, 2013 by Travis Agnew

Sunday’s service consisted of focusing upon 1 John4 and the exhortation to test the spirits.

In our culture today, you can get your hands on more “Christian teaching” than ever before. Books, sermons, services, shows, podcasts, etc. You name it. I’m living proof that ANYONE can write a book. There has never been more spiritual resources available than there is now and never a more reason to discern every teaching you encounter.

In order to navigate through these times, John was advising the church to test the spirits. Jeff did a fantastic job handling this text. Solid sermon.

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Love {in}Deed Recap

December 30, 2016March 13, 2013 by Travis Agnew

Still hearing reports of all God did through his church on Sunday as North Side participated in a Love {in}Deed day as we served Greenwood.

We said, “Amen,” and then we went throughout the city to serve others. As the worship service concluded, the real service began.

Here were some of the feedback we received from just a few of our sites:

Love {in}Deed

April 25, 2017March 10, 2013 by Travis Agnew

What a great day of worship all day long with North Side! What started in a worship center ended all over the community. When the service ended, the real service began!

Our church left worship and went to every corner of Greenwood and showed love in deeds rather than in just words. As we studied 1 John 3:18, we decided to put it into practice.

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Hate Sin

April 25, 2017March 3, 2013 by Travis Agnew

What a special time of worship today! I am so thankful that while we had some curve balls thrown our way today via technology bothers, we have a such a special group of volunteers that make things happen in such a great way week in and week out!

We were so blessed to have Cassie back with us today. Such a special time just to see the church love on her. Excited about the movement of the gospel among us. OG also gave us directions for the way we are wrapping up our Love {in}Deed Sunday next week with a North Side staff vs. Burton Center clients basketball game Sunday 7PM. Can’t wait!

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Love Purity

April 25, 2017February 24, 2013 by Travis Agnew

The pic above is Mama Barnes teaching us all how to dance at 80 years old! She dances better than 18 year olds!

Mama Barnes and the Faith Home Choir helped lead us in worship today and it is always a privilege to have them. We consider this group as part of our family, and seeing the change that this ministry makes in the lives of people is always such a thrill to watch.

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