Apr. 1-7

In this sixth week of our Easter Prayer Initiative, we’re praying for Healing & Trust. Jesus’ resurrection reminds us of two wonderful truths: God has the power to heal and restore even when all hope seems lost, and He can be trusted to accomplish His good purposes even in life’s darkest and most incomprehensible moments.

Ask the Lord for Healing and increased Trust in Him, praying for:

• Health care workers on the front lines (here in Lincoln County and all around the world) to have wisdom, health protection, emotional energy, and physical stamina

• Those affected by COVID-19 (physically, emotionally, mentally), directly or indirectly, to draw near to the Lord and be softened to Him

• Our government leaders to have wisdom to do what is best, and for the rest of us as citizens to honor our authorities

• The Lord’s power and mercy to halt COVID-19's spread, while at the same time asking Him for His will to be done and our hearts to trust His plan

Let’s pray for the Lord’s healing power and for a deeper trust in Him – for ourselves, for those we know, for everyone who needs Him all over the world.

Want to review previous weeks’ prompts? Return to our main Easter Prayer Initiative page.

Thur. 4/2, 12-7p.m., 252 Room

By giving blood you can meet a physical need for patients in critical care, and at this time there is a severe need for blood donations. The American Red Cross is taking every step possible to keep you, the donors, volunteers, and our staff safe during this time. Appointments are appreciated and can be made at redcrossblood.org, or text Emmalee (308-539-2727).

Mar. 25-31

In this fifth week of our Easter Prayer Initiative, we’re praying for Our Leadership – both those who are in leadership positions (in our government, in our church) and also our entire church body as we pursue our mission of leading people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Pray for Our Leadership, asking God to give:

• Wisdom for our governmental leaders to make decisions in the best interest of those they are serving

• Wisdom for our church leaders to position and equip the body to care for those who will be in need due to virus effects

• Spiritual protection from the enemy’s attempts to paralyze the church through fear, uncertainty, stress, being overwhelmed

• His help in figuring out how to help connect people to Jesus and one another during this window of time when people are searching

We long to see leaders at all levels – including ourselves! – using all the wisdom, creativity, and energy God gives us to capitalize on the opportunities He’s putting before us.

Want to review previous weeks’ prompts? Return to our main Easter Prayer Initiative page.

Mar. 18-24

In this fourth week of our Easter Prayer Initiative, we’re continuing our focus on responding well in the face of the current pandemic. This week, please pray for Our Creativity and Commitment – we want to see our whole church active on the mission of leading people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, and with the limitations and challenges posed by the spread of COVID-19, this calls for extra effort and ingenuity.

Pray for Our Creativity and Commitment in:

• Finding appropriate ways to reach out to our neighbors and those in need both inside and outside our church family

• Gathering together digitally while in-person gatherings of 10 or more people are suspended

• Submitting to the instructions from our governing authorities

• Staying on mission to reach people with the good news of Jesus through our words, attitudes, and acts of service

Please pray for this outpouring of creativity and commitment both for our staff (as they work to equip and mobilize the body) and for our entire church family (as they seek to do the work of ministry).

Want to review previous weeks’ prompts? Return to our main Easter Prayer Initiative page.

Mar. 13

Prayer Friends – in a beautiful act of God’s sovereignty, He has assembled all of us to be praying before this pandemic struck our nation in the significant way we've witnessed in the past week.

We're going to “pivot” our Easter Prayer Initiative and send this out to you today in the hope that you will either add these requests to your Easter praying or pray these in lieu of Easter for the time being. In any moment, our first source of help is the Lord and let’s cry out to Him who can still storms, heal the sick, restore senses, and raise from the dead!

Here are some requests we’re asking you to pray through as often as you can:

• Pray first for God’s glory to be seen as this situation unfolds. 

• Pray for God’s power to halt the spread of COVID-19 worldwide. Obviously we think about our own community in NP, but let’s ask Him to mercifully contain it worldwide.

• Ultimately, however, pray for God’s will to be done perfectly on earth as it is in heaven. While we’d like it to halt immediately, God’s will is perfect and what we really need in this moment.

• Pray for God’s wisdom for our leaders, healthcare workers, and those making decisions which will impact many.

• Pray for God’s heart to be manifested in each of us that we will not fear, but rather love the vulnerable, honor those in danger, and exude confidence and the fruit of the Spirit.

For more information about our church's response/preparedness actions, visit our COVID-19 page.

Want to review previous weeks’ prompts? Return to our main Easter Prayer Initiative page.

Sat. 4/4, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE! Everyone is invited to come help us as we work on some projects around the church building, both indoors and outdoors. We will have sign-ups for morning or afternoon in a couple of weeks.

Fri. 4/10, 7-8 p.m., Auditorium

Join us as we come together with other area churches to remember Jesus’ death and prepare our hearts for Easter. This is a great opportunity for us to celebrate with other believers in our area and promote unity across churches. Childcare will be provided for children ages 0-4.

April-May

On April 6, the new Fresh Start ministry will begin practical Work Life job readiness classes for people from generational poverty or with challenging personal histories. Classes meet on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings for 7 weeks. Supper will be provided each night. YOU can help by signing up to provide food at one or more of the 19 sessions or to help with set up, serving, and cleanup. To sign up, or learn more, call Marcise Albrecht.

Sat. 3/28, 6-9 p.m., The Commons

Join NPBC Women’s Ministry for game night. This event is open to all women at Berean and is also a great opportunity to invite those who might not have a church home. Bring a friend, your favorite games, and a snack to share, or just come mingle and make new friends! Contact Sandy Willard.

Wed. 3/18, 1 p.m.

We have a move coming up March 18 at 1:00. The group called Helping Hands offers help to families who need help moving as well as other practical help. If you’d like to help, call or text Russ.

Mar. 11-17

In this third week of our Easter Prayer Initiative, please pray for Our Easter Gathering. This week we’re especially pleading for the Spirit’s movement in our time.

Pray for Our Easter Gathering to be:

• Unhindered by enemy opposition, our sin, or other distractions (sound, tech, other noises, wandering minds)

• Full of the Spirit’s power in the selecting, practicing and singing of songs

• Full of the Spirit’s power in the preparation and delivery of the sermon

• Full of the Spirit’s power to bring conviction, repentance, and joy on Easter

• For the glory of God alone and delightful to His heart

We desire our Easter Gathering to be filled with the Holy Spirit’s power and movement - please pray with us to this end.

Want to review previous weeks’ prompts? Return to our main Easter Prayer Initiative page.

Mar. 4-10

In this second week of our Easter Prayer Initiative, let's pray for Ourselves. Consider reading 2 Timothy 2:20-21 and, based on this passage, pray for our own lives this week to be useful for God's purposes leading up to Easter.

Pray for Ourselves to have:

• Good "heart soil" to receive seeds planted by the Word (Matt. 13:23)

• Awareness of our issues that need confession and repentance – and willingness to do it!

• Spirit-sensitivity to recognize opportunities to invite others to an Easter gathering

• Boldness and winsomeness in our invitation

• A sense of our role as God’s ambassadors – Christ making his appeal through us (2 Cor. 5:20)

Pray for ourselves that we won’t allow sin and self-interest to diminish God’s use of us for His glory!

Want to review previous weeks’ prompts? Return to our main Easter Prayer Initiative page.