Shout Out! (Thanksgiving Night Testimony)

Melissa and I had a wonderful time on Thanksgiving Day, hanging out with family, eating some good food and a little rest. But one of the biggest hightlights of the holiday was that night when I went to the jail for the yearly Thanksgiving outreach. We like to refer to it as "The Power of Pie!" We treat those in jail with some pie and soda. Then we treat them with a holiday program. I teamed up with 3 friends (Tyler, Scott and Fisher). We spent time with 2 different groups and both times went incredible. God truly showed up. After sharing testimony and The Word, we then challenged the men to give their lives Jesus! Praise the Lord, 42 made decisions for Jesus! God is good and what better way to end a holiday then see so many come to Him.

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
Pastor

New Destiny Community Church
newdestinydenver.org

704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699


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Below are a few scriptures regarding salvation decisions:


John 3:16-17

16"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,[a] that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.


1 John 1:9
9If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

Jude 1:22-23

22Be merciful to those who doubt; 23snatch others from the fire and save them; to others show mercy, mixed with fear—hating even the clothing stained by corrupted flesh.

Hebrews 9:27
27Just as man is destined to die once, and after that to face judgment,

John 10:10 (New International Version)
10The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

Whose approval are you looking for?

Most of us live very active and full lives. We want to please our spouses, parents, friends, teachers, bosses and so many others. But as we move forward in life, we all come to learn it is not truly possible to please everyone. We will wear ourselves out living a life of people pleasing. But if we live a life to please Him, we can live at peace. We can live a life without worry or stress - a life of freedom, joy and peace!

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
pastor

New Destiny Community Church
newdestinydenver.org
704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

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Below are some scriptures regarding pleasing God:

Proverbs 29:25

25 Fear of man will prove to be a snare,
but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.


Colossians 3:23-24

23Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, 24since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.


Galatians 1:10

10Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ.

Acts 4:19-20
19But Peter and John replied, "Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God's sight to obey you rather than God. 20For we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard."

Acts 5:27-32

27Having brought the apostles, they made them appear before the Sanhedrin to be questioned by the high priest. 28"We gave you strict orders not to teach in this name," he said. "Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us guilty of this man's blood."

29Peter and the other apostles replied: "We must obey God rather than men! 30The God of our fathers raised Jesus from the dead—whom you had killed by hanging him on a tree. 31God exalted him to his own right hand as Prince and Savior that he might give repentance and forgiveness of sins to Israel. 32We are witnesses of these things, and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey him."

Denver NC Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

Next Saturday, December 5th, is the Denver, NC Christmas Event.

We are one of the sponsors for this event and are believing for many people to be touched with the gospel along with some divine connections. We are currently putting an entry in the parade along with having a some of our musicians play/sing for the tree lighting entertainment.

We can use some help:

1. Much prayer. We are hoping there are 10,000 plus people out at this community event. That means many lives to share the love of Jesus with!

2. Parade entry - we still need some to help with the parade entry, especially a good handful to walk with us to hand out t-shirts, candy canes and wristbands. Our goal is at least 100 t shirts, 1000 candy canes and 200 wristbands. But if we have more people to help, we can do many more.

3. Just yesterday, I recieved information that sponsors of the event have the opportunity to set up a booth (table) at the Tree Lighting Ceremony. If we have enough people, we can do this as well. This would be another great opportunity.

4. Financial Partership. It is costing us well over a $1000 to do everything we are doing. Basically, that is a lot of money for a new church! We know He has all the resources. But He works through us!

On behalf of New Destiny Community Church, thank you for all of your prayers, support and encouragement!

Blessings,
Mike Teeter
Pastor
New Destiny Community Church
newdestinydenver.org

704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

Happy Thanksgiving!

On behalf of New Destiny Community Church, we would like to thank everyone for your many prayers, support and encouragement. Melissa and I know that there is so much more in store for us and New Destiny. He is in control. He has great God size dreams coming our way that He is preparing us for. We are so excited and filled with expectancy. I am so thankful for where God has brought me from and where He is taking us to! It is for such a time as this....for as we know, This Changes Everything! (2 Corinthians 5:17)

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
Pastor

New Destiny Community Church
newdestinydenver.org
704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

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Here are just a few scriptures regarding being thankful:

Psalm 106
1 Praise the LORD.
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good;
his love endures forever.

Psalm 118
1 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good;
his love endures forever.

Philippians 4:4-6

4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.


1 Thessalonians 5:18
18give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.


Philemon 1:4-8 (New International Version)

Thanksgiving and Prayer

4I always thank my God as I remember you in my prayers, 5because I hear about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints. 6I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ. 7Your love has given me great joy and encouragement, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.


2 Thessalonians 1:3-4

3We ought always to thank God for you, brothers, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love every one of you has for each other is increasing. 4Therefore, among God's churches we boast about your perseverance and faith in all the persecutions and trials you are enduring.

Give thanks! Philippians 4:4-13

Philippians 4:4-13 (New International Version)

4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

Thanks for Their Gifts

10I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13I can do everything through him who gives me strength.

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I am currently sitting in a hospital room while my wife Melissa recovers from surgery. Praise God the surgery went well and she should have a quick recovery. Thank you to everyone for you prayers, visits, phone calls and support. We appreciate it.

This passage is a powerful passage that helps us to understand to reflect, rejoice and be thankful. It is so easy to get caught up in the stresses of life or at times feel we deserve something. But The Word says to Rejoice! to be Thankful! When we truly reflect about our lives, we can see we have so much to be thankful for.

I am very thankful for a sweet compassionate loving wife. Melissa is my best friend and a gift from God! We our both thankful that God has supplied us financially to pay off all of our debt. We give thanks for a wonderful family and also the call of God, especially to plant New Destiny Community Church and reach our community for Jesus!

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
Pastor

New Destiny Community Church
newdestinydenver.org

704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

Denver NC Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting - Dec 5th

Denver NC Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting - Dec 5, 2009

Be praying as we take part in this exciting community event.

1. New Destiny is one of the sponsors for this event. Be looking for us in flyers and other advertisements.
2. We plan to place an entry in the parade. Along with the entry in the parade, we plan to give out over a 100 New Destiny? t shirts, over a 1000 candy canes with candy cane tracts and possibly give out 200 wristbands!
3. We plan to be part of the music for the Tree Lighting and awards ceremony.

We appreciate all your prayers and support. We are believing for incredible God ordained connections that turn our community to Jesus! Remember, Jesus changes lives!

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
Pastor

New Destiny Community Church
newdestinydenver.org

704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

New Destiny Service - November 22nd

Looking for an annointed time in God's presence!
5:30 pm - food
6pm - service
Come as we will have a special time celebrating and giving thanks for all of God's blessings...
We are having a simple supper of cold cut sandwiches, veggies and chips as our meal. If you are able to bring anything, just let us know! The place to be to end your weekend and start your week is Sunday Night Live - New Destiny.
Blessings,


Pastor Mike
newdestinydenver.org
704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

Holiday Dinner Outreach - December 4th (Friday)

We have the opportunity this year to provide a Holiday Dinner/program to men at a local prison. We will be serving Turkey, Ham, powdered drink (lemonade, kool-aid, etc) side dishes, rolls, and dessert. If you can provide food or financial gift to help us purchase food, please let us know. If you go to LWCA, please contact Scott or Wanda Vernon. Otherwise, please let me know what you can bring and how much. I will also give more details... desserts need to be pre-cut, no glass containers.

We also need about to 20 people total to go with us to help serve and to give testimony, sing or help with program in some way.

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
pastor

704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

Thanksgiving Jail Outreach

On Thanksgiving night, I along with many other volunteers will be going into the local jail to provide pie and a Thanksgiving message. We have volunteered at least 20 pies and we need 2 liters of soda as well. If you can help provide some pies or 2 liters please let me know.

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
pastor
704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699

New Destiny Community Church update

Melissa and I would like to thank Pastor Gunn and Lake Wylie Christian Assembly for everything– how you have been such a blessing to us. We know God has so much for us and for New Destiny Community Church. LWCA has blessed us and poured into our lives and we are thankful.

We would like to give an update:
• New Destiny Community Church is an officially AG Church as of April 1, 2009.
• New Destiny Community Church has its own bank account.
• New Destiny Community Church has an account with NC District for those who prefer to give through District. We are considered a Home Missions Church.
• On June 20th, we had our first launch team meeting in our home. Three families were represented. In the last few months, we had been meeting bi weekly and just recently we began to meet most weeks. We know God knows who is to team up with us as we continue this journey.
• This past August, I was blessed to go to General Council and be at Church Planting Seminar/luncheon.
• North Carolina District had a Church Planter retreat this past August 14 & 15 headed by Church Planting Director Jim Kelly. Melissa and I were blessed to take part and meet many other church planters around North Carolina.
• In July, we ministered at Kershaw Men’s Prison twice. Scott Vernon has answered The Call to lead the Ministry of Kershaw Men’s Prison with me and be the Contact/Leader at LWCA as Melissa and I transition to New Destiny. We led a large group July 25th with John Perkins leading worship. Over 20 made decisions for Jesus in July!
• Melissa has been holding a women’s Bible Study on Monday Nights over the last few months.
• We have one other confirmed church supporting us: Faith Assembly Orlando.
• We have had 10 families/ministries give financial support.
• New Destiny has a blog (online newsletter) that we are updating at least once every 2 weeks.
• Melissa and I have visited 13 local churches on Wednesday/Sundays to fellowship/meet other ministers over the last 8 months.
• We received $1000 GPH credit Grant from BGMC.
• We applied for STL grant (possible $3500). We are currently on waiting list for missions projects.
• We applied for NC District Endowment. This has been approved per church planting director Jim Kelly. Thank you NC District and Church Planting Director Jim Kelly!
• Received information from East Lincoln High School regarding renting facility. We are looking at this possibility initially and then possibly renting store front.
• Melissa and I are receiving regular Church Plant Coaching from a national revitalization coach.
• In May and then again in September, I met with Rev. Randall Rogers from NC District regarding Financial/Legal/Administrative issues in planting a church. I was given much wise counsel and resources (manuals). We have continued to stay in contact via phone and email.
- In September, we had the opportunity to be a part of the Denver Days festival. Our worship team, led by Carey Sisk played for Gospel Night of Denver Days on the Wednesday Night and then we had a vendor booth set up for the festival on the Friday night and Saturday.
- Over the last couple of months, we have given out over a 150 New Destiny? t-shirts. We are thankful to the many people who gave toward Denver Days (including t-shirts).
- This past week, we recieved our incorporation documentation. New Destiny is now a non profit - incorporation!
- In December, we plan to help with the Denver Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. We already registered to be one of the event sponsors.
- Just recently, we began to advertise in the news@lakenorman newspaper.
- We plan to apply for AG Matching Grant in next couple of weeks.
Our main focus is partnership: recruiting people to be committed to praying for us and New Destiny Community Church, workers – both core team (leadership) and launch team (those who would assist us in launching New Destiny), and yes, more financial partners (churches and individuals). In the next few weeks, we plan to begin to set more detailed timeline for public launch (renting a facility). New Destiny needs help to continue to launch healthily and effectively. We know God is our source. He knows those who are to team up with us. He has all the resources and finances. He knows those we are to reach. It is all for Him!

Once again, thank you Pastor Gunn and LWCA. We appreciate you being our parent church sponsor and our main covering of authority and guidance.



In His Service,




Michael A. Teeter
Pastor
New Destiny Community Church
newdestinydenver.org

http://newdestinydenver.blogspot.com/
pastormteeter@hotmail.com
H: 704-947-3829
C: 803-448-5699


Church address:
New Destiny Community Church
137 Cross Center Road #252
Denver, NC 28037

Home Address
7850 Bud Henderson Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078

The Call to Persevere! (devotional)

November 3, 2009

The Call to Persevere!

Text

Leviticus 26:3 - 5

3 " 'If you follow my decrees and are careful to obey my commands, 4 I will send you rain in its season, and the ground will yield its crops and the trees of the field their fruit. 5 Your threshing will continue until grape harvest and the grape harvest will continue until planting, and you will eat all the food you want and live in safety in your land.

God is so good to us! He has dreams, huge plans, blessings and a harvest for us. I get full of excitement of how God is preparing New Destiny Community Church. But at the same time I often begin to think of how I would like to see the full blue print with all the details. Or the full movie script in detail rather than just the movie trailer. But God would tell us to trust Him. He wants us to lay all fear and everything that would keep us from walking in faith and trust in Him down at His feet.

Often when we do not think any fruit is coming from our labors, God is growing and preparing us. When seeds are planted (properly), we will see a harvest.

New Destiny Community Church Bulletin November 1, 2009

Sunday Night Live - Sunday, November 1, 2009

Shout outs (testimonies):





*Last night was the last night of The Helloween Outreach, an incredible walk through drama at First Assembly of God in Rock Hill, SC. It was truly a blessing to see so many lives brough to Jesus. Last night there were 39 that made salvation decisions and 198 total made decisions at Helloween 2009. Praise God!

Tonight:

5:30pm - food
6pm - service
Message - The Call to Persevere!

Announcements:

*Financial Partners - reminder that you are welcome and encouraged to begin to give financially to New Destiny. Please see recent previous blog for more details.

Kershaw Holiday Dinner - Friday, December 4th. We will be providing a Holiday Dinner to 170 people and doing a Holiday Program. We need much help, especially in providing plenty of food. Last year was our first year of handling one of the dinners. It was a lot of work, but well worth it. Please see me for more information. If you attend Lake Wylie Christian Assembly, please see Scott or Wanda Vernon.

Denver NC Christmas Parade/Tree lighting - We are one of the sponsors for this first annual holiday celebration in Denver, NC. This is an incredible opportunity for us as a church to minister and be a part of our community. We can put a float in the parade, volunteer to help, or offer ways to serve.

Other news:
1. New Destiny Community Church will now have an advertisement in the news@lakenorman. The ad should start this week!

2. We now have over 150 new destiny? t shirts handed out. Pray for God's favor and anointing upon each person as the wear one of the shirts and upon those who see the shirts.

3. I am currently working on the matching grant and should the required information sent to Springfield, MO soon.

Melissa and I thank everyone for all your financial support, encouragement and prayers. We know God has so much more and we are excited for all He is getting ready to do.

Blessings,

Mike Teeter
Pastor

newdestinydenver.org
704-947-3829
c 803-448-5699
Future events:

Preview service - coming soon!