NBC Live Sermon Notes

Welcome and Introduction

• Hosts: Cedric Major and Carla Peters
• Encouragement to like, share, subscribe, and follow NBC on social media.
• Welcome to first-time viewers with a special greeting.

Recap of Easter Sunday

• Easter Sunday had 4 services: Sunrise (6:30 am), 8:30 am, 10:30 am, and 12:30 pm.
• Communion was served during the resurrection and sunrise services.
• Celebration of 50 people coming to Jesus, causing heavenly rejoicing.
• Sermons available on NBC YouTube page.

Possessing the Promise Campaign

• Launch of the campaign on Easter Sunday with the first fruits offering.
• Encouragement to participate via QR code for the next generation's benefit.

Sermon Highlight

• Title: "The Empty Tomb of Triumph - He Has Risen"
• Key message: Authenticity in faith over outward appearances.
• Church as a place for healing and support, not judgment.

Praise and Worship Segment

• Focus on God's worthiness and goodness.
• Songs of praise and declaration of God's glory.
• Themes of lifelong devotion and gratitude.

Prayer and Thanksgiving

• Gratitude for God's continued blessings and intercession.
• Prayer for church members' situations and ongoing support.

NBC Announcements

• Upcoming marriage retreat in September 2025.
• Bible studies and men's huddle upcoming events.
• Job opening for a front office receptionist.
• NBC orientation and community service volunteer opportunities.

Pastor's Address

• Personal welcome to first-time in-person and virtual attendees.
• Reflection on successful Easter services and upcoming plans.
• Encouragement for congregation involvement and sacrificial giving.

Sermon: "Just Do It - The Power of Personal Purpose"

Key Points

1. Purpose and Authority

   • Importance of discovering and fulfilling God's purpose.
   • Jesus’ resurrection as validation of his supreme authority.

2. Christian Strategic Assignment

   • The great commission to make disciples of all nations.
   • Emphasis on discipleship over mere conversion.

3. Comforting Sacred Assurance

   • Promise of Jesus' perpetual presence until the end of the age.
   • Encouragement to overcome doubt and fear by drawing closer to Jesus.

4. Challenge to Believers

   • Live as disciples, not just church attendees.
   • Engage in purposeful living and evangelism.

Invitation and Closing Prayer

• Call for new believers to accept Christ and join NBC.
• Prayer for rededication and commitment.
• Assurance of God's transformative work in believers' lives.

Post-Service Encouragement

• Recap of sermon highlights and call to disciple others.
• Invitations to upcoming men's huddle and Bible studies.
• Encouragement for virtual congregation to connect and engage.

Closing Remarks

• Reminder of NBC's mission and the promise of new beginnings with every sunrise.
• Gratitude for participation and anticipation for future services.