Naples Community Church's Podcast

In this week's message, we reflect on Jesus’ call to persistent prayer and faithful anticipation of His return. Drawing from Luke 18 and the parable of the persistent widow, we’re reminded that even in a world filled with injustice, God is attentive and just. As God’s set-apart people, we are called to persevere in faith, resist cultural compromise, and pray for justice, restoration, and Christ’s return. This message encourages us to embrace a life of prayer — not as a ritual, but as a response to a broken world and a reflection of hope in God’s ultimate redemption.

In this message, Pastor Dan shares from Joshua 2 about Rahab — a young woman living in a dark culture who, despite her past, became a hero of faith. Through "rumors in the desert," Rahab heard about the God of Israel and chose to believe, risking everything for her family and her future. Pastor Dan reminds us that God meets us where we are — not once we have it all together, but right in the middle of our brokenness. Just like Rahab, God can use anyone who says "yes" to Him. No matter your story, His love is for you.

He Is Risen: The Power of the Resurrection In this powerful Easter message, we journey from the suffering of the cross to the astonishing reality of the empty tomb. Through the eyes of the women at the tomb and the skepticism of the disciples, we’re reminded that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a story—it’s the foundation of our hope. With personal reflection and historical insight, this message explores how the risen Christ continues to transform lives, one heart at a time.

April 13, 2025Preparation for WorshipTime for GatheringOpening Hymn “All Glory Laud and Honor”All glory laud and honor to Thee Redeemer KingTo Whom the lips of children made sweet hosannas ringThou art the King of Israel Thou David’s royal SonWho in the Lord’s Name comest the King and Blessed OneAll glory laud and honor to Thee Redeemer KingTo Whom the lips of children made sweet hosannas ringThe company of angels are praising Thee on HighAnd mortal men and all things created make replyAll glory laud and honor to Thee Redeemer KingTo Whom the lips of children made sweet hosannas ringTo Thee before Thy passion they sang their hymns of praiseTo Thee now high exalted our melody we raiseAmen!Prayer of PraiseSong of WorshipPrayers of the Church and the Lord’s PrayerOffering and DoxologyScripture Lesson Luke 19:20-48Sermon Palms With ThornsClosing Hymn “Worthy is the Lamb”Thank you for the cross Lord Thank you for the price You paidBearing all my sin and shame, in love You came and gave amazing graceThank you for this love Lord, Thank you for the nail pierced hands.Washed me in your cleansing flow, now all I know Your forgiveness and embraceRefrain:Worthy is the Lamb, seated on the throne, Crown You now with many crown you reign victoriousHigh and lifted up, Jesus, Son of God, the darling of Heaven crucified. Worthy is the Lamb!Thank you for the cross Lord, thank you for the price You paidBearing all my sin and shame in love You came and gave amazing graceThank you for this love Lord, Thank you for the nail pierced handsWashed me in Your cleansing flow Now all I know Your forgiveness and embrace [Refrain]Crown him with many crowns, the Lamb upon his throne,Hark! how the heavenly anthem drowns all music but its own.Awake, my soul, and sing of him who died for thee,and hail him as thy matchless King through all eternity. [Refrain]Reception of New MembersBenedictionFellowship• Sunday Morning Study: Boundaries | 9 AM in the Sunshine Room• Sunday Prayer | 9:30 AM in the Sunshine Room• Tuesday Bible Study with Emil & Anneke| Everyone 12 PM, Ladies 6PM in the Sunshine Room and via Zoom• No Wednesday Issues Hour this week.• Grace Place Tour: Tuesday, April 15th | 4 PM Please sign up and join us as we tour Grace Place.• F3 Ladies Luncheon: Wednesday, April 16th | 12:30 PM at Bayside at Venetian Bay. Individual checks, please sign up.• Maundy Thursday Service: Thursday, April 17th | 7 PM here at the church.• Funeral Service for Bruce Zimmerman: Saturday, April 19th | 4 PM here at the church.• Singles Group Pottery: Wednesday, April 30th | 6 PM at Cone 06 Pottery Painting Studio. Create a memory with us!Paint your own pottery piece in honor of a loved one. $30/person, including dinner and all materials. Please sign up.• Thank you to Walter & Susan Fuchs for providing the cookies today.• Flowers provided by Mary Elizabeth Beadle in memory of Carson Beadle

April 6, 2025Preparation for WorshipTime for GatheringOpening Hymn “All Hail the Power of Jesus Name”All hail the pow'r of Jesus' Name let angels prostrate fallBring forth the royal diadem and crown Him Lord of allBring forth the royal diadem and crown Him Lord of allYe chosen seed of Israel's race ye ransomed from the fallHail Him who saves you by His grace and crown Him Lord of allHail Him who saves you by His grace and crown Him Lord of allLet ev'ry kindred ev'ry tribe on this terrestrial ballTo Him all majesty ascribe and crown Him Lord of allTo Him all majesty ascribe and crown Him Lord of allO that with yonder sacred throng we at His feet may fallWe'll join the everlasting song and crown Him Lord of allWe'll join the everlasting song and crown Him Lord of allAmen!Prayer of PraiseSong of WorshipPrayers of the ChurchOffering and DoxologyScripture Lesson Matthew 20:17-28Sermon Eyes to Hear and Ears to SeeThe Lords Supper (The bread is gluten-free and the cup is alcohol free)Prayers of Thanksgiving and the Lord’s PrayerClosing Hymn “We All Bow Down”Princes and paupers sons and daughtersKneel at the throne of graceLosers and winners Saints and sinnersOne day will see His faceCHORUSAnd we'll all bow down kings will surrender their crownsAnd worship Jesus He is the loveUnfailing love He is the love of GodSummer and winter the mountains and the riversWhisper the Savior's name awesome and holyA friend to the lonely forever His love will reign (Chorus)He is the Light of the worldAnd Lord of the cross (Chorus)He is the unfailing loveBenedictionANNUAL MEETING• Sunday Morning Study: Experiencing God | 9 AM in the Sunshine Room• Sunday Prayer | 9:30 AM in the Sunshine Room• Tuesday Bible Study with Emil & Anneke| Everyone 12 PM, Ladies 6PM in the Sunshine Room and via Zoom• Wednesday Issues Hour | 11 AM in the Sunshine Room and via Zoom• F3 Book Club: Friday, April 11th | 10 AM at 7515 Pelican Bay Blvd. The Frozen River by Ariel Lawson.• Grace Place Tour: Tuesday, April 15th | 4 PM Please sign up and join us as we tour Grace Place.• F3 Ladies Luncheon: Wednesday, April 16th | 12:30 PM at Bayside at Venetian Bay. Individual checks, please sign up.• Maundy Thursday Service: Thursday, April 17th | 7 PM here at the church.• Funeral Service for Bruce Zimmerman: Saturday, April 19th | 4 PM here at the church.• Singles Group Pottery: Wednesday, April 30th | 6 PM at Cone 06 Pottery Painting Studio. Create a memory with us!Paint your own pottery piece in honor of a loved one. $30/person, including dinner and all materials. Please sign up.• Thank you to Curt and Diane Gillespie for providing the cookies today.