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Welcome to New Covenant Church!

Merry Christmas! We are so glad you have joined us to celebrate the Risen Lord! This week we will hear a lesson from Rev. Ruan Humphrey called "Looking Back to Press Forward." 

Here are the scriptures for this week:

1 Sam. 7:10-15
Psalm 136
Phil. 3:12-16
Matt.3:1-12

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Hear the sermon now, "Looking Back to Press Forward" - Rev. Mother Ruan Humphrey

Rev. Mother Ruan reflects on the significance of the last Sunday of the year, encouraging us to reflect on our spiritual and natural lives to press forward into the new year.

• Reflecting on the Past Year: In the last few days of the year, reflecting on our natural and spiritual lives is beneficial, considering how God has been present and helped us throughout the year.
• Standing Stones of Remembrance: Just as Prophet Samuel erected a stone to commemorate God's help, believers are encouraged to reflect on their standing stones or moments of divine help and presence in the past year.
• Challenges and Losses: Many people have experienced significant challenges and losses this year, but it is essential to recognize and remember God's encouragement and presence during these trials.
• Biblical Basis for Reflection: Biblical teachings support reflecting on the past, allowing us to judge ourselves and ensure we are in the faith, thus preparing ourselves for the future.
• Spiritual Disciplines: We are encouraged to assess our spiritual disciplines and goals, reflect on our progress, and plan for the new year to grow in our faith.
• Encouragement and Love: Messages from the Bible emphasize the importance of encouraging one another, building each other up, and clothing oneself with virtues like compassion, kindness, humility, and love.
• God's Love: We need to understand and embrace God's enduring love, which should be the foundation of our actions and relationships.
• Pressing Forward with Small Steps: We are reminded to start with small, consistent steps in our spiritual journey, aiming for an end goal of faithfulness and righteousness.