We now enter the season of Lent, leading up to Easter on April 9. Every year it offers us the chance to reflect on the incredible sacrifice that our savior made by dying for our sins and saving our souls. We want to look at our own lives and how we can express a deep sense of gratitude and connectedness to God. So on this first Sunday of Lent we will reflect on God’s goodness and continue with our series MODERN PROBLEMS, ANCIENT SOLUTIONS, which deals with the difficult emotions that we face thr...
Feb 26, 2023•30 min
Hey family, Last week was a very emotional service. We started to examine times when we’ve been hurt, places where we feel justified to feel real bitterness and rage due to the harsh things that have been done to us – perhaps in the past, maybe even now in the present. As we looked at this, we saw that the religious response of stuffing down our feelings with platitudes that are hollow in the midst of tears is not helpful. Neither is exploding and releasing all our anger on the institutions, ind...
Feb 19, 2023•34 min
Hey family, We’ve started this series, MODERN PROBLEMS, ANCIENT SOLUTIONS, with the idea that you and I face difficult emotions that result in insecurity, fear, and lives that are spent making the same mistakes over and over again. In the last two weeks we’ve discussed what shame is, how it affects us, and how we can combat it. Come this Sunday as we continue to address these most difficult emotions--and how the Gospel is the remedy to all the emotions that hurt us. Invite a friend, because diff...
Feb 12, 2023•31 min
Next Step Community Church
Feb 05, 2023•36 min
Hey family, What’s the thing that we all go through, never talk about, never want to expose to anyone, and when we see it in others, we wince. It’s shame. Shame is universal. Everybody experiences it, but nobody wants to talk about it, because… it’s so shameful. This week in our new series—Modern Problems, Ancient Solutions: How the Gospels Heal Our Emotions—we're going to take a deep dive on shame. Bring it up, look at it for what it is, and see how the gospels can address and heal some of our ...
Jan 29, 2023•41 min
Hey family, Every one of us knows what it’s like to say a word we wish we hadn’t said, to blow up in a public space, even to get ice-cold with the people that we love. All of us feel the emotions of anxiety, depression, fear, shame, pride, and worry. But many of us were never taught how to deal with them. In this brand-new series, we’re going to dive into the deep pool of asking the question: How can the gospel heal our broken hearts and deal with our problem emotions? This is a series that will...
Jan 22, 2023•36 min
Hey family, As the new year has started, so has the chaos, the pace, the frenzy. Our energy becomes fragmented and we commit to things that have no eternal impact. Join us this week as Pastor Gus speaks on how to focus on what matters most. Service starts at 10 a.m., 360 Schermerhorn, and Kids' Church begins at 10 as well. --Edwin ANNOUNCEMENTS: * Zoom Bible study, "The Ten Commandments." Led by Pastor Gus and Betsy Mitchell. Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Zoom ID 876 7326 5471, password 649922
Jan 15, 2023•36 min
Hey family, I'm dreaming of a white Christmas.... For some, Christmas is the season of beauty, good will, and joy. But for others of us, it's a reminder of loss and pain and suffering. God is not unfamiliar with this. Christ was born during a time of loss and struggle for the Jewish people. God chose that hour to show that He is in control of every circumstance in life, even our most painful and difficult moments. And not only is God in control, but he is actively for us, and with us, and loving...
Dec 18, 2022•25 min
Hey family, We are continuing our celebration of Advent--the season in which we prepare our hearts for Christ's birth. Has your life been changed by his? Please come this Sunday and bring a friend who will benefit from the Advent message of hope, peace, joy and love. Service starts at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn St., and Kids' Church will be in session as well. --Edwin ANNOUNCEMENTS: * Congregational meeting--Sunday, Dec. 11, immediately after service. All are invited to attend. * Children's Chr...
Dec 11, 2022•28 min
Hey family, In the Christian calendar, this time of year is called Advent--the time that we prepare our hearts for Christ's birth. The moment when he came from heaven to earth is what we call the Incarnation, and the fact that it happened changes our lives in every way. Please come this Sunday and bring a friend to hear the amazing story. Service starts at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn St., and Kids' Church will be in session as well! --Edwin ANNOUNCEMENTS: * Children's Christmas party, Sunday, De...
Dec 04, 2022•37 min
Hey family, It's only a few weeks until Christmas. In the middle of all the music, decorations, and hustle-bustle of buying gifts, it can be easy to forget where it all began. Please use this time as we approach Christmas day to worship in a special way the greatest gift humanity ever received--Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Service starts at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn St., and Kids' Church will be in session as well! --Edwin ANNOUNCEMENTS: * Children's Christmas party during service, Sunday, De...
Nov 27, 2022•41 min
Hey family, we're up to the fourth week of our series called JESUS. Our Savior invites us on a lifetime walk with him. So far, we've learned what it means to come to him, be with him, and abide in him. This week, we'll talk about loving others the way Jesus does. If that seems impossible, join us this Sunday and bring an open mind. Service begins at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn. Kids' Church starts at 10 as well. ANNOUNCEMENTS: * Zoom Bible study on the Books of 1, 2 & 3rd John, Mondays at 6:...
Oct 30, 2022•38 min
Hey family, we're up to the third week of our series called JESUS. So far, Jesus has invited us to come to him, and to be with him. This week, we'll learn what it means to "abide" in him. Not just to hang around and spend time with him--although that's part of it. To abide in Christ means to keep up a habit of constant close communion with him–to be always leaning on him, resting on him, pouring out our hearts to him, and using him as our fountain of life and strength. Join us Sunday at 10 a.m. ...
Oct 23, 2022•38 min
Hey family, last week we started a new series called JESUS. We're studying just a few short verses from the book of Mark in which Jesus tells us how to be his followers. Last week we learned that when we first go to him, he takes our heavy burdens off our shoulders and puts them on his own. This week he'll invite us to just BE with him. It's the best time you'll ever spend. Bring a friend or loved one to hear this message. Service begins at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn. Kids' Church will be in se...
Oct 16, 2022•41 min
Hey family, last week we started a new series called JESUS. We're studying just a few short verses from the book of Mark in which Jesus tells us how to be his followers. Last week we learned that when we first go to him, he takes our heavy burdens off our shoulders and puts them on his own. This week he'll invite us to just BE with him. It's the best time you'll ever spend. Bring a friend or loved one to hear this message. Service begins at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn. Kids' Church will be in se...
Oct 09, 2022•32 min
Hey family, this Sunday we welcome NSCC's own Rob Lambert as our speaker. Listen along with Eve in the Garden of Eden as the serpent twists her thinking until she makes a fatal mistake. But it wasn't just Eve who was deceived. The father of lies uses those very same methods to warp our thinking today--if we allow it to happen. Join us at 360 Schermerhorn St. at 10 a.m. and bring a friend to hear this very important message. Kids' Church starts at 10 a.m. as well! --Edwin ANNOUNCEMENTS: * A New L...
Oct 02, 2022•36 min
Hey family, how we imagine God will always determine how we approach him. If we imagine him as angry, we will hide from him. If we imagine him as disappointed, we will hang our heads in shame. In Psalm 18, King David gives us several images for who God is. If we have eyes to see, we will know that God is our rock, refuge, and shield––we can run to him, trust him, and follow him with confidence and joy. Join us at 360 Schermerhorn, 10 a.m. on Sunday, to hear this powerful word. --Edwin SPECIAL AN...
Sep 18, 2022•29 min
Hey family, When God asks a question, he is not asking for information. Join us this Sunday as we take a walk through the Garden of Eden and listen to the first three questions God asks. What should be our response? Children's Church and the teen group will also meet this Sunday. Join us at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn, and bring a friend who might be curious about what God has to say. --Edwin
Sep 11, 2022•30 min
Hey family! I am so excited about tomorrow, my first Sunday back from being away from preaching over the summer. We are going to be talking about what it means to be hated for Christ's sake--and we'll learn how to walk in his power to do his will for the good of others. I am so looking forward to being with you guys at 10 a.m., 360 Schermerhorn St.! Kids' Church will be in full swing as well, so invite friends and family.
Sep 05, 2022•38 min
Hey family, As summer draws to a close, let us give thanks to God for all his blessings. Whether you got to go to the beach or not, whether you had a nice vacation or not, whether your air conditioner broke down (or you didn't have an air conditioner at all), start every day with an attitude of gratitude for what God has done in your life. Tomorrow we welcome speaker Jim Salladin, who comes to us from Emmanuel Anglican Church. I look forward to seeing you at 10 a.m. Sunday, 360 Schermerhorn. I a...
Aug 27, 2022•34 min
Hey family, God gave Moses a really big job--to free the Israelites from the slavery that had bound them for hundreds of years. Moses didn't think he could do it, and he came up with all kinds of excuses. But when God gives us a job, he also gives us what we need to complete that job. Join us this Sunday as Pastor John Fils-Aime pays us a visit in order to speak on this topic. We look forward to seeing you Sunday at 10 a.m., 360 Schermerhorn. Bring a friend, bring your family! --Edwin Class anno...
Aug 21, 2022•44 min
Hey Family, We all get tired. With all that’s happening in our lives, it seems that the energy just gets sapped from us. But Jesus has something to say about that. He talks about how we need rest, and how that rest is found in him. Join us this Sunday and find your rest as Pastor Gus leads us through Matthew 11:28-30. We look forward to seeing you, 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn! --Edwin IMPORTANT: Please plan to stay after service this Sunday for our summer Congregational Meeting. It will start pr...
Aug 14, 2022•36 min
Hey family, People are leaving the church and deconstructing their Christian faith in alarming numbers. Many would say they are disillusioned with God because of the hypocrisy of Christians. There has never been a more important time to ask what a truly life-changing encounter with God looks like. This Sunday we will be looking at the story of Jacob wrestling with God, to see what it has to teach on this very urgent question. Service begins at 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn St. We look forward to s...
Aug 07, 2022•30 min
Does it ever seem to you that many people today are not responsible to anybody? That they're just out for themselves, doing their own thing, whatever seems right to them? This Sunday we'll be looking back at a time in Bible history which was very similar. At the time of the Book of Judges, Moses was long dead, and David would not be king for generations to come. Again and again the people disobeyed God and got themselves into trouble. But God was gracious; he sent leaders called judges to guide ...
Jul 31, 2022•33 min
Hey family, Life the last few years has been a season of uncertainty, struggle and trouble. It's left many of us wondering, "What am I doing?" And if we are honest, there are days or moments when we have no idea what we are doing or why we are here. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Zac guides us in remembering the mission that God is inviting us into--not just on Sunday but every day. Our service begins at 10 a.m. on Sunday at 360 Schermerhorn. Please invite a friend! Kids' Church starts at 10 a.m....
Jul 24, 2022•44 min
Hey family, have you ever thought that being followed can be a good thing? The Bible tells us that God pursues us. He is always near us, and he wants to create a connection with us. Join us tomorrow, 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn, as Pastor Drew Hyun of Hope Midtown Church speaks about the One who pursues us in love. Bring a friend and bring your kids. Kids' Church and the youth group will meet tomorrow as well. --Edwin REMINDER: The Book of Ephesians Bible study continues on Zoom every Monday at ...
Jul 17, 2022•26 min
Have you ever had this happen? We want things... we pursue them... and when we finally get our hands on them, we feel unsatisfied. Every step toward certain things takes us farther away from the Son. Join us this week as we find our way back to Jesus. I look forward to seeing you Sunday, 10 a.m. at 360 Schermerhorn. Kids' Church starts at 10 a.m. also, and the teens will meet this week as well. --Edwin
Jul 10, 2022•45 min
Hey family, A holiday weekend is always great for sharing time with family and friends--but never forget to share it with God as well! Join your church family tomorrow morning at 360 Schermerhorn as visiting pastor David Louw speaks the Word of God. Kids' Church starts at 10 a.m. as well! COMING UP: Been meaning to read the Bible more? It's always easier with a reading partner. Sign up for the Zoom Bible class "The Book of Ephesians," Mondays at 6:30 starting July 11 and going through the rest o...
Jul 03, 2022•36 min
When Christ invites us to follow Him, he promises to make something of us. We change as we obey, we grow as we trust, and we love how we have been loved. Everyone grows--our faith demands it of us. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Gus talks about traveling the road that leads to maturity. I look forward to seeing you at 10 a.m. Sunday, 360 Schermerhorn St. Kids' Church begins at 10 a.m. as well. --Edwin
Jun 26, 2022•42 min
Hey Family, This Sunday as we celebrate the fathers in our lives, and remember those we have lost, let us never forget that our heavenly Father is not like any other. He is long-suffering. Some of us have made him wait a very long time. Yet even though he knows every flaw in our minds and hearts, still He waits for us with open arms. Join us this Sunday as we run into His arms and experience His never-ending love. Bring a loved one to this special Sunday service. Pastor Gus will be our speaker t...
Jun 19, 2022•48 min
