The Holy Spirit Renewing Our Minds

Acts 2

2 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. 4 All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.

5 Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. 6 When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard their own language being spoken. 7 Utterly amazed, they asked: “Aren’t all these who are speaking Galileans? 8 Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language? 9 Parthians, Medes and Elamites; residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia,10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome 11 (both Jews and converts to Judaism); Cretans and Arabs—we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!” 12 Amazed and perplexed, they asked one another, “What does this mean?”

13 Some, however, made fun of them and said, “They have had too much wine.”

14 Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd: “Fellow Jews and all of you who live in Jerusalem, let me explain this to you; listen carefully to what I say. 15 These people are not drunk, as you suppose. It’s only nine in the morning! 16 No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:

17 “‘In the last days, God says,
    I will pour out my Spirit on all people.
Your sons and daughters will prophesy,
    your young men will see visions,
    your old men will dream dreams.
18 Even on my servants, both men and women,
    I will pour out my Spirit in those days,
    and they will prophesy.
19 I will show wonders in the heavens above
    and signs on the earth below,
    blood and fire and billows of smoke.
20 The sun will be turned to darkness
    and the moon to blood
    before the coming of the great and glorious day of the Lord.
21 And everyone who calls
    on the name of the Lord will be saved.’

22 “Fellow Israelites, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know. 23 This man was handed over to you by God’s deliberate plan and foreknowledge; and you, with the help of wicked men, put him to death by nailing him to the cross. 24 But God raised him from the dead, freeing him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep its hold on him. 25 David said about him:

“‘I saw the Lord always before me.
    Because he is at my right hand,
    I will not be shaken.
26 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices;
    my body also will rest in hope,
27 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,
    you will not let your holy one see decay.
28 You have made known to me the paths of life;
    you will fill me with joy in your presence.’

29 “Fellow Israelites, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. 30 But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that he would place one of his descendants on his throne. 31 Seeing what was to come, he spoke of the resurrection of the Messiah, that he was not abandoned to the realm of the dead, nor did his body see decay. 32 God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of it. 33 Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. 34 For David did not ascend to heaven, and yet he said,

“‘The Lord said to my Lord:
    “Sit at my right hand
35 until I make your enemies
    a footstool for your feet.”’

36 “Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.”

37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”

38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”

40 With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.” 41 Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.

42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. 44 All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45 They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

2 Corinthians 10:1-5

10 By the humility and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am “timid” when face to face with you, but “bold” toward you when away! 2 I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be toward some people who think that we live by the standards of this world. 3 For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. 4 The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. 5 We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.

This Sunday’s service can be viewed on our Facebook page @ Sunday, May 19, 2024

This Sunday, May 19th, is Pentecost Sunday. 
We will celebrate together the gift of the Holy Spirit Jesus promised to his followers, and the gift the Holy Spirit is to us, who follow Jesus today, and belong to Him together. 
When we allow the Holy Spirit to change us, the ways we think, feel and behave are all evidenced, as we are new creations in Christ. Then, as we receive and live in new ways, loving Jesus with all our heart, soul, mind and strength is lived out as we apprentice after Jesus.

Sermon texts for this Sunday are Acts 2 and 2 Corinthians 10:1-5

We will also celebrate our high school graduate, Isaac Dirks this Sunday, sharing his favorite treat after worship! :) We are grateful to be cheering Isaac on as he takes more steps into adulthood. 

An Update from NewDay's Pastoral Search Committee Communication:
Dear NewDay, We would like to update you on progress so far:
We have met again and are continuing in the organizational phase of the search process. 
We are establishing the lead pastor job description for leadership team review and creating our church profile. 
What you can do: 
1. Prayer committee: We are seeking at least 3 more people to be part of the dedicated prayer team. If you are willing and able to support the search process through commitment to dedicated daily prayer, please sign up at the link below so we can partner with you. There will also be a link on the NewDay website and a sign-up sheet with other ministry volunteer activities on Sunday at church. Thank you for considering this! We are also grateful for the prayers of the congregation.  NewDay Search Process Prayer Team
Specific prayer needs: 
       1. For guidance for the search committee as we move through this process of discernment.
       2. For our future pastor who is listening to God's calling.
       3. For the search process to continue smoothly and for patience for our community as we move through it together.
2. Please reach out to any of us at any time with questions and thoughts. 
PSC members, roles, and contact information: 

Children's Ministry needs for the summer:
As we find ourselves in a transition process, we are seeking your input/help for our Sunday morning Children's Worship Ministry. 
Currently, we have a need for a Summer Children's Ministry Coordinator. Due to the need for a consistent presence on Sunday mornings through the course of the summer, we would like to offer a paid, part-time position (4 hours every Sunday) @ the rate of $15. This position would entail planning the Children's Ministry lesson for Sunday mornings, and teaching Children's Worship during Sunday mornings. 

If you are interested in this position, or know someone who loves Jesus and loves children, please have them contact Julie Cunningham: jimandjudes4hawks@gmail.com

We need your help! 
Please prayerfully consider the following ways you could invest in NewDay, be connected to each other in greater ways, get to know each other more, and share your gifts and talents.
Jesus calls us to serve one another, and to serve one another out of love. Our hope is that we also have fun, and joy is increased as we serve together!
We need help in our...
Children's Ministry: Join a monthly team to meet, plan and pray together for our children and families. 
Nursery and helping with Children's Worship on Sundays.
Joining a small group- if you're not in one, would you like to be in one, or join Alpha? 
Sunday Set up and Clean up Team: tables and chairs, cleanup
Hospitality Team: coffee and treats on Sudays, or First Impression/Greeting Team)
Worship Team: making music, singing with Derek & the worship team, Media, Livestream video.

Block your calendars for an evening of worship, music, and prayer on May 31st @ the Izaak Walton Cabin.  We will lift praises, prayers, and petitions up to the LORD as a NewDay family, brothers and sisters in Christ.  Come, as we ask the Spirit to move among us, as we abide in Christ remembering His promises, and stand in awe at the power and love of Jesus.

Angela DickinsonComment