New Jerusalem Church of God

What does Jesus think about Homosexuality?

Is homosexuality a sin? It’s an age-old question, and there are people on both sides of the debate, each quoting their Bibles. How do we know who’s right? What would Jesus do if he were…

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

7 Ways to Show Appreciation to Your Lead Pastor

Most lead pastors don’t hear these words enough. So send them a card, say it personally, or even just send an email saying thanks for who they are and what they does.

15 Awkward Church Moments Everyone Tries to Avoid

Love church? Us too, but every once in a while there's a situation, let's say an awkward one, that's just unavoidable. Here's a short list of 'em.

The Joy of Generosity: 10 Reasons Christians Should Love to Give

Imagine what Christian outreach might look like if the church wasn’t constrained by a lack of financial resources.

His pew or hers? Woman concerned about man she met in church

Q: I met a nice guy at church of all places, and he's invited me out. I'm excited but nervous. Do I stay at his house or let him come to mine? It's been a while.

Church Decline: What if Your Church Disappeared?

The community grows, but your church declines. Does anybody know what you offer? If you church was forced to close its doors, would anyone notice?

What is God's gender?

God does not have a gender. He is neither male nor female. God is spirit. Gender is a biological manifestation of God's design.

Almighty God, You Have Built Your Church

Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and …

God Provided Our Church Family A Home! 

God Provided Our Church Family A Home! Hey everyone! I have a really exciting announcement. We have officially purchased our historic church home in Scottsdale, Arizona!Every family needs a home, and this one is a wonderful fit for our church family.I am so thankful

How to Get More Members Involved in Ministry

The designation "active member," in most churches, simply means those who attend regularly and financially support the church. Not much more is expected. But God has far greater expectations for every Christian. God expects every Christian to use their gifts and talents in ministry. If we can ever awaken and unleash

Why You Don't Need to Apologize for Dancing in Church

You do not have to apologize for dancing in church, or crying, or responding to the presence of God in any other human way. If you feel moved to raise your hands, do it, and don’t worry what anyone else thinks about your moment enveloped in the Sp...

The Kind of Church that God Uses as a Sending Church

Get Help for Your Church

How We Help ChurchesHarvest USA is a ministry committed to offering hope in Jesus to men and women struggling with sexual brokenness and sin. We started in 1983 as an outreach to the homosexual community, but now we have expanded into a ministry that focuses on equipping the Church to train people to step into the lives of men, women, and families who are affected by all kinds of sexual struggles (such as pornography, sexual addictions, etc.) Harvest USA is committed to…

The Four Marks of the Church: Reasons to Believe

To be a saint, go to Christ. To get wet, go where it’s raining. To get holy, go where Christ is. Where is Christ? In His body, not “out of the body.” To go to Christ, go to His body, His Church.