Northwood Church http://www.northwood.cc A Christian Church in Maple Grove, MN. Thu, 17 May 2012 16:37:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 http://www.northwood.cc/feed/podcast/ Northwood Church wants to help people believe in Jesus Christ and become more like him. Every Sunday our services are geared around that central idea, that God is calling us to follow his example in loving others. This is the audio from the messages during our Sunday morning services. Northwood Church no Northwood Church admin@northwood.cc admin@northwood.cc (Northwood Church) © Northwood Church. All Rights Reserved. Sunday Messages from Northwood Church in Maple Grove, MN church, sermons, maple grove, Northwood Northwood Church http://www.northwood.cc/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://www.northwood.cc Maple Grove, MN Weekly Leave boldly [May 13, 2012] http://www.northwood.cc/leave-boldly-may-13-2012/ http://www.northwood.cc/leave-boldly-may-13-2012/#comments Sun, 13 May 2012 16:28:48 +0000 Travis http://www.northwood.cc/?p=1291 Description:   Winston Churchill said, “We make a living by what we get;  we make a life by what we give.”  So simple, so true.  Churchill reminds us that life is not about us but about blessing others.   So, how can we live a life of impact and influence?  How can we leave this life fully ready for the next life?  The Bible gives us great answers about how to live boldly in this life so we leave boldly for the next life.  Are you living boldly?            

Speaker:         Brian Doten

Series:             One month to live #4

Title:               Leave boldly

Text:               Psalm 145:4, Galatians 6:7, 1 Corinthians 3:12 – 14; Matthew 13

Big idea:         God wants us to live a life of influence and impact by serving others, not ourselves.

]]> http://www.northwood.cc/leave-boldly-may-13-2012/feed/ 0 Description:   Winston Churchill said, “We make a living by what we get;  we make a life by what we give.”  So simple, so true.  Churchill reminds us that life is not about us but about blessing others.   So, Description:   Winston Churchill said, “We make a living by what we get;  we make a life by what we give.”  So simple, so true.  Churchill reminds us that life is not about us but about blessing others.   So, how can we live a life of impact and influence?  How can we leave this life fully ready for the next life?  The Bible gives us great answers about how to live boldly in this life so we leave boldly for the next life.  Are you living boldly?             Speaker:         Brian Doten Series:             One month to live #4 Title:               Leave boldly Text:               Psalm 145:4, Galatians 6:7, 1 Corinthians 3:12 – 14; Matthew 13 Big idea:         God wants us to live a life of influence and impact by serving others, not ourselves. Northwood Church no 28:25 Learn humbly [MAy 6, 2012] http://www.northwood.cc/learn-humbly-may-6-2012/ http://www.northwood.cc/learn-humbly-may-6-2012/#comments Sun, 06 May 2012 16:25:24 +0000 Travis http://www.northwood.cc/?p=1290 Description:   The Bible tells us God has a purpose and plan for our lives.  That tells us that none of us is a mistake and that God is mindful of us, God thinks about us.  That’s amazing and wonderful, isn’t it?!   Have you ever spent time praying, thinking and pursuing God’s plan for your life?   The path to discovery of what God wants for us is not as complicated as we think.   It includes the gifts God’s given us, the passions imbedded within us, and the struggles that come our way.   God uses each of these resources to move us in the direction of his purposes and plans for us.   Are you moving in God’s direction for your life?      

Speaker:         Brian Doten

Series:             One month to live #3

Title:               Learn humbly

Text:               Psalm 8, Ephesians 2:10; Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 12:1 – 2

Big idea:         God has a purpose for each of us.  Do you know yours?

]]> http://www.northwood.cc/learn-humbly-may-6-2012/feed/ 0 Description:   The Bible tells us God has a purpose and plan for our lives.  That tells us that none of us is a mistake and that God is mindful of us, God thinks about us.  That’s amazing and wonderful, isn’t it?! Description:   The Bible tells us God has a purpose and plan for our lives.  That tells us that none of us is a mistake and that God is mindful of us, God thinks about us.  That’s amazing and wonderful, isn’t it?!   Have you ever spent time praying, thinking and pursuing God’s plan for your life?   The path to discovery of what God wants for us is not as complicated as we think.   It includes the gifts God’s given us, the passions imbedded within us, and the struggles that come our way.   God uses each of these resources to move us in the direction of his purposes and plans for us.   Are you moving in God’s direction for your life?       Speaker:         Brian Doten Series:             One month to live #3 Title:               Learn humbly Text:               Psalm 8, Ephesians 2:10; Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 12:1 – 2 Big idea:         God has a purpose for each of us.  Do you know yours? Northwood Church no 24:02 MN Teen Challenge Choir Concert and BBQ http://www.northwood.cc/mn-teen-challenge/ http://www.northwood.cc/mn-teen-challenge/#comments Sun, 06 May 2012 14:00:44 +0000 nicky http://www.northwood.cc/?p=1280 On Sunday, May 27 Northwood welcomes the Minnesota Teen Challenge choir for one service only at 10:50am and an all-church BBQ to immediately follow at the Lions Pavilion. The pavilion is located next door to the Ice Arena and children’s playground. The choir will not only sing, but share their powerful and moving FaithStories with us. It is always a highlight of the year as we are reminded that Jesus is alive and at work setting people free! Plan to make this event a part of your Memorial Day weekend.

Cost for the meal is $5 per person or $20 per family. No RSVP necessary.

Email Renee with any questions at renee.kraemer@northwood.cc

 

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Speaker:           Brian Doten

Series:              One month to live #2

Title:                 Love completely

Text:                 Luke 17:11 – 19

Big idea:           Loving others completely begins with having a heart of gratitude;

gratitude grows our heart.

]]> http://www.northwood.cc/love-completely-april-29-2012/feed/ 1 Description:      Loving completely begins with having a heart of gratitude.  That’s because gratitude grows our heart, it expands out heart.  Gratitude leads us to peace and contentment.  It helps us love others and see them a gift from God. Description:      Loving completely begins with having a heart of gratitude.  That’s because gratitude grows our heart, it expands out heart.  Gratitude leads us to peace and contentment.  It helps us love others and see them a gift from God.  Luke’s gospel tells us the story of Jesus healing ten lepers.  Surprisingly, only one of the ten men returned to Jesus to say thanks for giving him his life back.  The other nine returned to their lives without a word of thanks to the one who healed them from their death sentence.  Amazing – and sad.  The story of the ten lepers teaches us important lessons about gratitude and how it helps us love others completely.   Speaker:           Brian Doten Series:              One month to live #2 Title:                 Love completely Text:                 Luke 17:11 – 19 Big idea:           Loving others completely begins with having a heart of gratitude; gratitude grows our heart. Northwood Church no 26:54 Twin Cities Refugee Team http://www.northwood.cc/twin-cities-refugee-team/ http://www.northwood.cc/twin-cities-refugee-team/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:00:10 +0000 nicky http://www.northwood.cc/?p=1265 Minneapolis is home to thousands of refugees who have been forced to flee their homes, leaving almost everything behind. The Twin Cities Refugee team offers an opportunity to welcome our new neighbors and extend friendship to them in practical ways.

The weekend mission trip begins on Friday, June 22 at 6:30pm and ends Sunday, June 24 at 8pm. Friday evening will include orientation and preparation. Beginning Saturday, we will deliver furniture and other necessities to their new homes, share meals and immerse ourselves in the culture of those we serve. The Twin Cities Refugee team presents us each an opportunity to step outside our comfort zone right in our own back yard. Please prayerfully consider joining the team for two days that could change your life.

We will update soon on information regarding cost and lodging.

Sign up online or at the Welcome Table. The cut-off date for signing up for this event is May 18.

For questions, contact Jason Dyer at 763.954.0113 or email jason.dyer@gmail.com.

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