James 1 says, “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” This is about as apt a summary of our time in […]
Acts 6 – By the Spirit We Are Entrusting
What did you learn about the Holy Spirit? His wisdom and words can be cause for leadership (6:3) or cause significant offense (6:10). What did you learn about the Spirit-filled community? There is a new organizational structure that includes deacons, people selected by the church, of good reputation, full of the Spirit and wisdom, and […]
Airport Departure
Our 42 men on the Mexico Build Team were successfully checked in this morning, and off they went to San Diego! Tomorrow morning they will venture into Tijuana and begin building houses. Keep the prayers coming – it’s suppose to rain on Friday – cement pouring day. But we know the Lord will provide […]
How do I get there?
It’s hard to go somewhere if you don’t know how to get there. People frequently get lost on the way to our apartment. First off, the house number doesn’t exist on anyone’s GPS (and I literally mean anyone’s GPS). Then, every GPS (again, every GPS) takes you the wrong way and you end up behind […]
Pray for Men’s Mexico Team
Every year I’ve gone to Mexico with some of the men of Chapel Hill, I’ve heard guys remark on how the trip serves as a jump start to their spiritual lives. The sense of community, serving people, and the time spent with Jesus make for an authentically special time. It draws men back year after […]
Acts 5 – By the Spirit We Are Blessed
What did you learn about the Holy Spirit? He himself is a witness of Jesus, “given to those who obey Him” (5:32). You can lie to the Holy Spirit (5:3). What did you learn about the Spirit-filled community? Even in the aftermath of seeing the cost of lying to the Holy Spirit, the Spirit-filled community […]
New Saturday Night Worship Service in the Fall
The past few Sundays have had a particular sweetness to them. Being led by our youth, welcoming new members, the energy around First Step and Next Step—all of these things (and more) remind me why gathering together to encounter God’s presence as a community has been such a shaping force in the life of our […]
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Acts 4 – By the Spirit We Are Plenty-full
What did you learn about the Holy Spirit? He empowers people to preach with boldness (4:8,31). What did you learn about the Spirit-filled community? They “were one of heart and soul; and not one of them claimed that anything belonging to him was his own, but all things were common property to them” (4:32 NASB). […]
Yes, I’m talking to you!
This e-bulletin is mostly intended for Chapel Hill members, long-timers and newbies alike. (Of course, the rest of you are very welcome to read along!) As most of you know, our mission at Chapel Hill is “working together to present everyone mature in Christ.” It is our calling to help every single person take one […]
Acts 2:42- Acts 3 – By the Spirit We Are Conspicuous
What did you learn about the Holy Spirit? When He fills the disciples, they can do wondrous things in Jesus’ name (3:6,12). What did you learn about the Spirit-filled community? They live in community, sharing everything and praying together (2:42-47). They grow as people are being saved (2:47). Notes from Pastor Mark One of the […]
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