I Am The True Vine, the 7th “I Am” in the Bible. Main Bible reference is John 15:1-8. What does this mean? Listen to find out.

The NCBC choir starts out the message with “I Wouldn’t Take Nothing For My Journey Now”, “Child of the King” and “I’ve Never Been This Homesick Before”. The message begins at 8:14.

The True Vine In Relation To Jesus – John 15:1

• John 3:16
• John 10:9
• John 11:25-26
• John 1:6-13 – True Light
• John 6:32, 35 – True Bread
• John 1:4 – True Vine – Life

The True Vine In Relation To The Father – John 15:1-3

• Galatians 5:22-23
• Inward – love, job, peace
• Outward –  forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control

The True Vine In Relation To The Branches – John 15:4-8

• Psalm 1:1-3

Preacher Darrel Collins brings a message from Ezekiel 36:16-32. During the message he also discusses some of the many names of God and what they mean.

An abbreviated NCBC choir (many were on a mission or on vacation) sings “Oh What A Savior” and “I Thank My Savior For It All”. Sermon begins at 11:58 in the video.

Also see a special short video on the names of God starting at 33:43.

What’s in a name? For example, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. is one of the most people racers in NASCAR because of his father’s name.

Ezekiel 36:17-18 – The Israelites were the premier people at one time and then they lost it. Made in America once meant something but much of the value has been lost.

V 19 – Judgement. We are not far from judgement.
V 20 – Then they cursed God, even though it was their own fault.
V 21 – God’s name is holy.
V 22 – It’s not about me.

Video of the service:

Preacher Doug Hopper delivers a message about how and why you should making a lasting and dying commitment, what kind of struggles you’ll face along the way and how to overcome them.

A smaller version of the NCBC Choir (many were on vacation or on a mission trip) sang “I Can’t Even Walk”, “God On The Mountain” and “Just One More Soul”. Message begins at 9:51.

Scripture referenced:

• Matthew 26:39-42
• Romans 10:13
• John 14:6
• John 3:7
• Psalms 23:6

A short message about the transforming power of God, taken from Isaiah 6, verses 1 through 8, delivered by preacher Gale Miller.

Our choir beings with “I know I’m Saved” and “I Am Redeemed”.

1. He Saw The Lord (Isaiah 6:1-4)
2. He Saw Himself (Isaiah 6:5)
3. We See What God Can Do (Isaiah 6:6-8)

Service video:

Preacher Stacy Chambers preaches from Luke chapter 15:11-24. Although it’s a familiar story of the prodigal son, he takes a renewed look at how this story should cause us to also Remember, Return, Report, Renew and Rejoice.

The NCBC choir sings “Sing Me A Song About Jesus” and “Mansion Over The Hilltop” at the beginning. The message begins at 7:05.

1) Remember – Luke 15:11

a) Remember there is plenty at the Father’s house
b) Remember there is warmth at the Father’s house
c) Remember there is rest at the Father’s house

2) Return – Luke 15:18-19

a) Return broken
b) Return humble
c) Return hungry

3) Report – Luke 15:21

a) Report your sin
b) Report your mind
c) Report your body
d) Report your soul

4) Renew – Luke 15:21

a) Renew the bond

5) Rejoice – Luke 15:21-24

a) Rejoice in His grace
b) Rejoice in His glory
c) Rejoice in His guarantee

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