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Dr.
I.V. Hilliard, Pastor of New Life Church in Houston, Texas,
during one of his
conferences for Pastors asked an interesting and thought provoking question.
It was, 
“Why should anyone with all the churches
available to them, choose to
stop and
attend yours?"
This question struck me so profoundly, that I wanted
to speak my heart concerning New Beginnings Christian Center. This would be
something that I would consider helpful if I was making a serious decision as
to selecting a house of Worship. During my discussion with you, I promise to
be truthful and forth right, because you have a right to know what to expect.
I
think the Church should be exciting;
full of fresh new ways to approach the
things of God. I believe method should not overshadow focus and objective.
We must be true to the why we are called first, and keep the main thing the
main thing. New Beginnings Christian Center has really come to represent
something special to me throughout the years. I have watched it grow and
evolve, I have also seen it abide and stand. I love this Church and its
people. It has through the years had to make some hard choices and was able to
do so by trusting in the Word of God. I have watched God in my own personal
growth, thrust me into some wilderness situations and later finding
empowerment, a stronger relationship and being given the opportunity to find
out if I really trusted God the way I hoped. In all of that, I must report
that God has been faithful on all counts and that He can be totally trusted.
 I
believe that God is totally committed to our success.
Having said that, I
recently preached a word, that I believe was totally prophetic. He spoke to
my heart and said that this would be a season of, “Challenge, Confrontation
and Change.” I realize now, that this may be a season not just belonging to
our membership alone, but to the Christian Church at large. I believe that
this is necessary component for our growth and spiritual and physical
wellness. In turn, it is a necessary component toward standard, integrity,
prioritization, focus and stability. A little straying over time, can
ultimately lead to missing the mark by a long shot.
Before
this letter is completed, it must convey that many don’t know their calling,
much less how to attain it.
I believe an atmosphere of learning must be
established.
 A way not only providing answers to questions, but develop by
which people can draw correct conclusions through the Word of God.
It first begins with God gracing us with His presence after
which a beautiful journey begins that we can open ourselves up to
His ever so precise personal and spiritual fitness experience.
When this happens, I am able to utilize the methods I use to bring
about God's word. So
utilization of a story telling, teaching, preaching, gifts of the Spirit,
laughter and visual illustrations are incorporated in our Church Services.
We have a ball and after our services, people tend to linger,
enjoying the Holy Spirit and each other. You need to check it
out for yourself.
So
rather than writing a long letter to you, I would provide you small points
about this Church and myself so that you can get a picture of what we are all
about. I look forward to meeting you in person and to discover that perhaps
our meeting will be a home coming and not introduction. I appreciate the time
you have taken to get to know us and look forward to the opportunity to do the
same.
Sincerely yours,
Pastor
Todd Chauncey Redden
New
Beginnings Christian Center Beatitudes!
God
likes our church - I know because He shows up regularly.
When
you walk in the door, you will feel the presence of God, complete
with peace, a sense of jut being home and love.
A
church is not shopped, but revealed according to the purposes of God. This is
so that the vision and purpose for which the church is established is
realized, and that people can be fulfilled in doing what God
has called them to do. In short, I believe you are called to a Church not
simply attracted to it. Feelings are good, but being led by God is better.
This
is definitely a Spirit filled Church. Having said that you will see
different incredible things happening. It's really
exciting-check it out for yourself!
This
church is a place of truth, safety and protection.
The
word is preached with pureness and simplicity, so that it is easily understood,
but also has depth that one might develop and continually mature.
There
is a sense of realness and the genuine, pretense and role playing is a
distraction.
We
believe God’s word is true and that it works. God is so committed
to His word, He uses it to transform our lives.
God
is committed to your success! We are committed to you discovering
it.
We believe in the Word, God’s will & obedience to His leading.
We believe
in the tithes & offerings of treasure, time and talents.
We
know that the
ministry of NBCC, is of integrity, sincerity, love and of a genuine calling.
We
believe in giving God glory, praise, worship, seeking God opinion in everything.
This is how you honor the King of the Universe.
We
believe in the power of prayer.
We
believe when the presence of God shows up, anything can happen. So we
definitely make room for Him in every service. He can and does heal, sets free, saves
and moves during our services. He is the God of New Beginnings.
We
know
we have a beautiful climate, one where there is peace, love, joy,
faith, hope and expectation. We are really excited about that!
We
work on decency and order and do all we can not to grieve the Spirit of God.
I
can’t stand boring, powerless, stale Church services, so I never attend one.
I
believe in laughing and living. I enjoy thought provoking services that you
walk away having learned, gotten an answer and always feel encouraged, full of
faith and hopeful!
We
believe a church should be a home and not just a statement.
Commitment
is a true demonstration of trusting God.
Finally, we believe in this ministry and the integrity it has come to
represent. We believe it is full of potential, is fresh and exciting and of
limitless opportunities-sincerely.
We
Love
kids and so does God, bring them to Church! He gave His life
for them.
If I
were not the Pastor, I would attend this Church!
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