tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-279126402024-03-23T13:00:18.420-05:00The Devonshire FilesA Christian Pastor in New Testament Christian Churches of America, NTCC. Blogging about Christianity and life. Humorous, informative and I hope inspirational.David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.comBlogger256125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-13117830074372982232017-11-29T12:44:00.002-06:002017-11-29T12:44:37.898-06:00November 25th, 2017 Elevator Dedication "To God Be The Glory!"Saturday, November 25th, was a milestone in our church history. We had the dedicatory service for our new elevator. Brethren came from around the country to glorify God with us and to rejoice in the miracle. Our Pastor, Rev. J. H. Olson, preached a message titled “To God Be The Glory”. He encouraged us to “Remember The Miracle”. We were privileged to have the General contractor and his wife,David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-4343251655846551362017-11-18T16:53:00.002-06:002017-11-18T16:53:42.732-06:00Tomorrow morning, we continue our series "Next Steps". Beginning a Christian journey is a wonderful experience. We are meant to grow! Designed to be molded into the image of Jesus as we journey to heaven. This series deals with the practical steps to take to get from where we are now, to where we want to be. See you at 11am!
David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-79608990135280381322017-11-11T19:00:00.002-06:002017-11-11T19:00:16.535-06:00With God, Nothing, Is ImpossibleSunday morning sermon 11/5/2017
David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-58326319485421398112017-01-17T13:34:00.000-06:002017-01-17T13:34:00.316-06:00The Cure For Grumpiness
Have you ever felt sorry for yourself and stewed in your
grumpiness because of unfair treatment that you have received? I’m ashamed to
say that I have. This is when the bible shows us it is not an old book with no
relevance for today, but a life-giving answer book for modern man.
Consider this: Paul and Silas, two Christian ministers, had
gone into a city to help people, to teach them about David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-26763710119509755822016-08-27T13:43:00.002-05:002016-08-27T13:55:03.341-05:0047th Church Anniversary VideoDavid and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-55417220854818925642016-08-22T22:14:00.002-05:002016-08-22T22:14:41.104-05:00A Message At Midnight (audio)A Message At Midnight part 1
A Message At Midnight part 2David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-70712081759093021942016-05-28T20:15:00.001-05:002016-05-28T20:15:42.645-05:00Our New Church Communication NumberWe are excited about our new two way church communication number. For many months now we have been able to send out alerts, and information to all church members via our text number, but it was limited in that it was only one way, to you, and no one could respond.
Today we introduce a two-way number that includes keywords for joining a prayer chain, member to ministry class, or register David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-14681781344234967722016-04-24T14:41:00.004-05:002016-04-24T14:41:25.466-05:00Sex And The Bible
1 Thessalonians 4:3-5
(3) For this is the will of God, even your
sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:
(4) That every one of you should know how to
possess his vessel in sanctification and honour;
(5) Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the
Gentiles which know not God:
<!--[if !supportLists]-->1 A Gift David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-862344162289900562016-03-26T12:46:00.002-05:002016-03-26T12:46:23.638-05:00Invite Them!
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A reminder! #SimplyEaster
Posted by New Testament Christian Church
David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-30754684000433481992015-12-26T14:23:00.001-06:002015-12-26T14:23:06.502-06:00Open it!
Joy! His face may be a little blurred because of the movement, but there is no mistaking his expression; JOY! The truth is, we were probably more excited than he was. We hadn't planned on getting him this gift, but when it went on sale, we did it. We were so excited to give it to him, that I told him he could open it now (about 2 weeks before Christmas) or if he wanted, he could wait till David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-49796022169901197292015-11-12T16:23:00.001-06:002015-11-12T16:29:55.007-06:00Tell me what you think...
How about a conversation: What do you think about this? (comment below)
We hinder our ability to connect deeply with others by refusing to disclose our vulnerabilities. Share your strengths, create competition, Share your struggles, create community. Isn't this what keeps so many from coming to Christ? Jesus said Matthew 11:28 "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-77663657053381044602015-10-22T16:20:00.003-05:002015-10-22T16:20:54.547-05:00Friends & Family Day! November 1, 2015
Heaven will be that much sweeter when our friends and
family are there with us! Invite them to our Fall Friends and Family
event. We will be giving a 8 by 10 photo to each family and if you
bring the most family members we will make your photo into a 20 by 30
poster! Remember to turn your clocks back an hour the night before!David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-64791568435801490052015-09-24T14:51:00.002-05:002015-09-24T14:57:32.905-05:00Sardis: The Autopsy Of A Dead Church
Revelation
3:1-6 And unto the angel of the church
in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and
the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and
art dead. (2) Be watchful, and strengthen the things which
remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before
God. (3)
RememberDavid and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-20612765638937729352015-09-15T12:31:00.000-05:002015-09-15T12:31:06.762-05:00Thyatira: The Church That Tolerated Sin
Revelation 2:18-29
(18) And unto the angel of the church in Thyatira
write; These things saith the Son of God, who hath his eyes like unto a flame
of fire, and his feet are like fine brass;
(19) I know thy works, and charity, and service,
and faith, and thy patience, and thy works; and the last to be more than the
first.
(20) Notwithstanding I have a few things against
thee,David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-64887732423762550192015-09-01T13:36:00.001-05:002015-09-01T13:36:04.598-05:00Pergamos: The Church That Married The World<!--[if gte mso 9]>
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David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-88645755841439857712015-08-25T14:52:00.001-05:002015-08-25T14:52:11.570-05:00Smyrna: The Rich Little Poor Church
Series: Jesus' Seven Messages
Part 2 Smyrna: The Rich Little Poor Church
Revelation 2:8-11
(8) And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna
write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive;
(9) I know thy works, and tribulation, and
poverty, (but thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they
are Jews, and are not, but are the David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-31993170758715102892015-08-25T14:50:00.000-05:002015-08-25T14:50:04.565-05:00Ephesus: The Church That Left Jesus
Series: Jesus' Seven Messages
Part 1 Ephesus: The Church That Left Jesus
(Pages 1-3 are the
Leader’s guide, Page 4 is the handout)
Rev 2:1-7
(1) Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus
write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand,
who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks;
(2) I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy
David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-1124416789339668902015-06-15T17:53:00.002-05:002015-06-15T18:02:32.244-05:005 Choices That Change Us!<!--[if gte mso 9]>
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David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-86927223298507223052015-01-12T14:27:00.005-06:002015-01-12T14:27:53.925-06:00Fellowship Meeting in Saint Louis Missouri
Fellowship Meeting with Pastor Olson in Saint
Louis, Missouri with representation from the following states: Alaska,
South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas,
Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, West
Virginia, New York and Washington D.C.
David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-54461187844010782742014-10-28T14:23:00.003-05:002014-10-28T14:23:35.935-05:00Joy StealersJOY IS LOST WHEN:-- Christian servants have words without actions;-- Christian servants become busy without purpose;-- relationships fail to provide mutual nourishment;-- Christian servants serve without a Sabbath;-- spiritual gifts are used without God's power;-- Christian servants possess great theology without adequate spirituality;-- Christian servants exercise faith without self-examination David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-85418789424290291932014-10-22T11:17:00.000-05:002014-10-22T11:28:57.736-05:00Friends & Family Day Oct. 26
We are excited about Friends and Family day this Sunday! Our apologies again for the postponement, the marathon was a surprise to us, but the good news is the photographer will be here this Sunday and we are planning an outdoor setting! The portraits should be beautiful, but more important than anything, seeing our friends and family coming to Jesus will be the most beautiful!
David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-12641557367388450552014-07-28T14:10:00.001-05:002014-07-28T14:10:28.880-05:00A Boy At The Candy Store...There was a little boy in a candy story that was staring at the candy. The owner noticed him and looked at his clothes and realized he was poor and had compassion on him and told him:
"Go ahead and reach your hand in the candy jar and get as much candy as your hand can hold.:"
The boy just kept on staring.
The owner, said "Didn't you hear me? Go ahead, reach in and get as much candy David and Christine Devonshirehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10715287147350341651noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27912640.post-81532238122201876962014-07-21T14:31:00.003-05:002014-07-28T13:58:44.060-05:00Where Is The Lamb?<!--[if gte mso 9]>
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