North Platte Berean Church
What is God like?
Ever feel unsure how to pray or uncertain what to say to God? Or just like the whole concept of talking with Him is a struggle? So did Jesus’ early followers! When they asked Him to teach them, He responded with a concise yet powerful prayer commonly called “The Lord’s Prayer.” Whether you grew up reciting this prayer or have never heard it before, all of us can find it emptied of its power for life and godliness…if we don’t seek a deep understanding of the rich truths it contains. Prayer 101 is an opportunity to internalize this prayer for ourselves and pray it – with understanding – back to God, our loving and gracious Father.
Locations & Times
North Platte Berean Church
202 W 8th St, North Platte, NE 69101, USA
Sunday 8:00 AM
Sunday 9:30 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM
Sunday 6:00 PM
ConnectCard
Welcome! We'd love to connect with you and be a spiritual resource for you – please use this link to fill out a ConnectCard.
https://npberean.org/ccMore Details
LATEST UPDATES
• In-person gatherings: 8a, 9:30a, 11a, & 6p – info and health guidelines at npberean.org/in-person
• Digital gathering: 9:30a – facebook.com/npberean (replay anytime)
• More details: npberean.org/covid-19
NEW HERE?
• Need a Bible? Free Bibles at information center in Commons.
• Sound levels: Assisted listening devices and earplugs available at sound booth in back of auditorium.
• Office hours: Mon.-Thu. 9a-4p (closed Tue. 1:30-2:30p for staff meeting).
• Find out more: Text npconnect to 97000, visit npberean.org, email npberean@npberean.org, or call 308-532-7448.
FOR FAMILIES
• Mother's Room: A private room where you can care for your baby and still see and engage the gathering – north of auditorium (follow signs).
• Kids Connect (infant-grade 5): Available during 9:30 & 11a gatherings. Check-in at 252 area east of Commons or First Look area upstairs from foyer. Kids also welcome in large gatherings. At-home resources: npberean.org/kids-connect-at-home
• Sola (grades 6-12): Meet at Garage Café (across Vine St.) – main gatherings Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p; middle school also meets Sundays at 11a.
• In-person gatherings: 8a, 9:30a, 11a, & 6p – info and health guidelines at npberean.org/in-person
• Digital gathering: 9:30a – facebook.com/npberean (replay anytime)
• More details: npberean.org/covid-19
NEW HERE?
• Need a Bible? Free Bibles at information center in Commons.
• Sound levels: Assisted listening devices and earplugs available at sound booth in back of auditorium.
• Office hours: Mon.-Thu. 9a-4p (closed Tue. 1:30-2:30p for staff meeting).
• Find out more: Text npconnect to 97000, visit npberean.org, email npberean@npberean.org, or call 308-532-7448.
FOR FAMILIES
• Mother's Room: A private room where you can care for your baby and still see and engage the gathering – north of auditorium (follow signs).
• Kids Connect (infant-grade 5): Available during 9:30 & 11a gatherings. Check-in at 252 area east of Commons or First Look area upstairs from foyer. Kids also welcome in large gatherings. At-home resources: npberean.org/kids-connect-at-home
• Sola (grades 6-12): Meet at Garage Café (across Vine St.) – main gatherings Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p; middle school also meets Sundays at 11a.
Giving
• On Sunday: use wooden boxes at back of auditorium
• Online: npberean.org/give
• Text: text any amount to 84321
• Mail: 202 W. 8th St., North Platte, NE 69101
• Online: npberean.org/give
• Text: text any amount to 84321
• Mail: 202 W. 8th St., North Platte, NE 69101
"Getting Ready" in 2021
• Complete the commitment card: npberean.org/ready
• Access the resources: npberean.org/getting-ready
• Access the resources: npberean.org/getting-ready
New Elder
Josh Willard is a candidate for the elder team…click here for more info and how you can communicate with us as elders on this.
https://npberean.org/s/Josh-Willard-bio.pdfThis Week's Sermon: What is God like?
To Pray or Not to Pray?
Why does the ESV version not include the long ending of the Lord's Prayer? For a fair treatment of this topic, please feel free to engage this pastor's answer.
https://pastortimlecroy.com/2012/09/06/long-ending-lords-prayer/God is near
God is far "above"
God's name is holy
The Name of God
From the Bibleproject: Yahweh, Adonai, LORD, Jehovah... God seems to have a lot of names, what exactly am I supposed to call Him? We invite you into the fascinating journey behind all the different names Jews and Christians have referred to their creator throughout the centuries, and more importantly, why! Check out our third installment in a six-part exploration of the ancient biblical prayer called “The Shema.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLrGM26pmM0Talk It Over
Keep growing in your relationship with Jesus through the Word, prayer, and community!
• Reach out to a few people you already know – friends, coworkers, etc. – and find a time when you can connect each week. (Note: Due to the pandemic, we're recommending groups of 4-7.)
• Not sure how to start the conversation? Head to https://npberean.org/grow for a few simple ideas you can use to get started today!
Keep growing in your relationship with Jesus through the Word, prayer, and community!
• Reach out to a few people you already know – friends, coworkers, etc. – and find a time when you can connect each week. (Note: Due to the pandemic, we're recommending groups of 4-7.)
• Not sure how to start the conversation? Head to https://npberean.org/grow for a few simple ideas you can use to get started today!
Tips for Small Groups
• Latest recommendations for connecting in this time of social distancing: https://npberean.org/group-recs
• Simple ideas for leading your group: https://npberean.org/grow
• Simple ideas for leading your group: https://npberean.org/grow
Next Week's Sermon
Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. What a powerful request! God's kingdom is the centerpiece of Jesus' preaching and we'll explore this heartfelt request Jesus teaches us to pray.
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matt+6%3A10&version=ESV