Your lifelong faith journey is supported at Harvest Church. We're here to walk with you every step of the way. Join our community and experience the fullness of your faith journey, making a positive impact in your life and in the lives of those around you.

Topic 1: Overcoming Trials with Faith
Scripture Reference: James 1:2-4

In our modern world, we encounter various challenges, from personal struggles to global crises. As a Christian, you can navigate these challenges with faith:

Personal Challenges: Whether it's facing health issues, job insecurity, or relationship difficulties, trust that God is with you. Seek support and guidance from your church community.

Global Crises: In times of natural disasters or social injustices, participate in relief efforts and advocacy. Your faith can motivate you to be a source of hope and healing.

At Harvest Church, we understand that life's challenges can be tough. We're here to support you as you face personal struggles and global crises. Through our community, you'll find a strong network of faith that can help you overcome trials with resilience and faith.

Topic 2: Join a Life Group
Scripture Reference: Hebrews 10:24-25

In today's fast-paced world, finding a community of believers is crucial for your faith journey. Here are some modern ways to connect with a church family:

Join a Life Group: Harvest Church offers small groups or life groups for deeper connections. These can meet in person or virtually, making it easier to participate even in a busy schedule. You can either search a life group on the Harvest Church app or simply sign up for connecting support.

Harvest Church is more than just a place of worship; it's a welcoming family. Join us and discover the true meaning of Christian fellowship through our life groups and online communities. Here, you'll find like-minded individuals who will walk alongside you in your faith journey.

Topic 3: Seek Mentorship
Scripture Reference: Proverbs 27:17

Mentorship and discipleship are essential in the modern age. Seek guidance in these ways:

Connect with a Leader: You can access a cluster of leaders within Harvest Church through our contact page.

Online Resources: If you're uncomfortable with having a local mentor, consider  online Christian resources, including podcasts, blogs, and videos, to learn from experienced believers and leaders.

At Harvest Church, mentorship and discipleship are at the heart of our community. We offer various resources, including online content and virtual mentoring, to help you grow in your faith. Connect with experienced believers who can guide you on your spiritual path.

Topic 4: Get Baptized
Scripture Reference: Romans 6:3-4

Baptism remains a significant milestone in your faith journey, even in the modern world. Consider these examples:

Baptism Services: Many churches still hold baptism services, allowing you to publicly declare your faith. These services often include testimonials and celebrations.

Celebrate your faith journey at Harvest Church through baptism. We offer baptism services that allow you to make a public declaration of your commitment to Christ. This momentous occasion is a central part of our church community.

Topic 5: "Serve Others"
Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 4:10

In the modern world, there are countless opportunities to serve.

Volunteer for Local Causes: Join community service projects, food banks, or shelters. Use your skills and time to make a difference in your local area.

Online Ministry: With the internet, you can engage in online ministries, like counseling, prayer support, or sharing your faith through many social media platforms.

Serving others is one of our core values at Harvest Church. Join our volunteer efforts, whether through local causes or online ministries. We provide numerous opportunities to put your faith into action, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.

Topic 6: "Develop Christian Leadership Skills"
Scripture Reference: Matthew 20:26

Christian leadership skills are vital in modern society.

Leadership in the Workplace: Show Christ's love in your workplace by leading with integrity, compassion, and humility. Be a shining example of Christian leadership in your professional life.

Youth and Community Leadership: Engage with the younger generation and your community, providing guidance, mentorship, and support. This is an excellent way to be a modern Christian leader.

Harvest Church believes in empowering leaders who lead with Christian values. Whether you're in the workplace or the community, our church offers opportunities to develop your leadership skills in a way that aligns with your faith.

Topic 7: "This is a Lifelong Journey"
Scripture Reference: Philippians 3:13-14

Your journey as a new believer continues throughout your life. In the modern world, living out your faith is an ongoing commitment. It is a lifelong commitment, and in the modern world, there are countless ways to live out your faith daily, impacting not only your life but also the lives of those around you.

As we conclude this devotional, we invite you to take the next step with us at Harvest Church. Join our Growth Track / Welcome Party to learn more about our church, meet our pastors and leaders, and understand our vision for impacting our city. Discover your unique gifts and how you can be part of our mission. Your faith journey is about to become even more meaningful, and we're excited to walk this path with you.

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Is there anything more important than sharing the love of Jesus Christ with others? Simply the answer is "No ." Sharing the love of Jesus is the Christian apex (highest priority). The Christian apex states that placing a jewel in the crown of the Savior is the biggest reward for Jesus's sacrifice!

If evangelism is needed in a lost world, why do we hesitate as Christians? Naturally, we are all social beings who thrive on sharing positive experiences with others. However, when it comes to Jesus, we shy away from talking about our good experiences with the Lord to the world. Thankfully, at Harvest Church, we have been blessed to "Lift Up, Train Up, and Send Out" evangelists of all ages to preach the goodness of the Lord locally in Paterson, NJ.

At Harvest Church, all church members were blessed with an opportunity to receive evangelism training from Ms. Debra George, a soul winner in Christ who has saved many souls globally! At Harvest Church, we're all about sharing and spreading the love, so explore our guide on How to Reach Lost Souls from the training provided by Debra George!
 
Step 1: To be a Soul Winner You Must be Born Again!
To be "Born Again" is to experience renewal and spiritual birth with Jesus. If you are going to be a part of God's family, you have to acknowledge His son. Taking steps to be "Born Again" is accepting the Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit. Once you recognize the work of Jesus and His sacrifice and open up your spirit to love Him and encounter His goodness, transformation occurs as the Blood renews you. So step 1 is opening up your soul and heart to Jesus Christ to receive him. You can't hit the streets without proclaiming yourself as a Child of God, so rebirth and renewal are necessary!

Biblical Support for a Rebirth:
Romans 10:9-10 - That if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved for with the heart a person believes, resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth he confesses, resulting in salvation.
2 Corinthians 5:17 - Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.

Prayer Rebirth:
Jesus, forgive me. Come into my heart, save me, Amen.

Once you read the scriptures and declared renewal you are now a child of God!
Now that you're renewed, it could be time to hit the streets! You can't hide the goodness of God's grace all to yourself now. Before you go out and save souls, hit the break to read the steps on How to Reach The Lost Souls.

Step 2 : Have a Location in Mind “Know the Hot Spots” 
Set up a Date & Time to Gather Yourself and Evangelism Crew if Possible

There's power in unity! So gather 2&3 or more if you can and get to hitting the streets to share the goodness of God’s love!

Step 3 : Once you find Location Follow this Evangelism 101 Guide:

Remember to:

• Smile, and let people know you have joy and want to share it!
• Introduce yourself so the people you approach understand who you are, and let them know your church association immediately.
• Ask them their name
• Ask them if they have a prior relationship with Christ and if they are willing to accept Him
• Ask for their story and listen thoroughly
• Ask if they want prayer, and pray for them
• Keep your eyes open and alert while praying. NO EYES CLOSED!!

If they say no to prayer, repeat this to them:
-Before I leave, let’s ensure you are on the way to Heaven. Would you repeat this:
“Jesus, forgive me. Come into my Heart, Save me, Amen.”
-State their name back as they are NOW a child of God
Short, Sweet to the Point and a Powerful Message on Salvation & Love!

Biblical Scripture For Evangelism:
John 3:16 : For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Step 4 : Gather Information to Be Consistent on the Saved Soul!
An exchange of name and number is sufficient for evangelism. Keep in touch with the person and take notes on what their prayer was about and what they needed. When evangelizing, a church flyer should be given and a token of support/thank you, whether it's a toothbrush, hat, sock, candy, food, etc. The soul must know how to connect with you and the congregation before you leave.

Step 5: Have a Good Time God is Smiling at You!
Remember you are doing the Lord's work, and be humbled. God chose you to evangelize and spread His message. When people see the Lord's love and your authenticity, the people will gravitate and listen to the message. God applauds your discipleship as His child.

Matthew 28:19-20:  “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Want to connect with Harvest Church? 

• Join Sundays @ 10 am
• Join Fridays @ 8 pm Lower Level 
• Youth Fridays @ 8pm Upper Level

Church Location: 204 21st Avenue, Paterson NJ 07501.

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• @hcharvestchurch 
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We look forward to seeing you whether it be to visit, or to join us in our NEXT evangelism outing! You have a story, and you have a purpose. The world needs to hear it and see it! God Bless. 

Have you ever been intrigued by a movie or book? You're so invested in the outcome that you can't press pause or stop reading. If you've been in that situation, you were invested in the story's ending. Often readers and viewers make predictions on conclusions before it occurs. What happens when the prediction you thought would happen shifts into a plot twist? The story or movie suddenly changes in a different direction. How do you handle that plot twist?

This blog will focus on a more profound look at plot twists but not for a TV show or book, specifically in our lives, how we handle sudden changes, and most importantly, whether Christ is reflected or sought out in our responses.

Plot Twists and Character Development:

In your life, you are the main character! As the main character, you are under a magnifying glass. How you present yourself and respond to situations will be examined closely by the world. In life, all conflict situations are make-or-break moments. How you respond can be a channel for growth or death.

Staying positive during a storm requires strength beyond our own. A positive mindset brings positive results. However, you worsen situations if you have a negative attitude and bring forth trauma and death. How you respond to a trial or plot twist shows your level of maturity in development.

 In life, trouble finds you if you serve strictly off emotion and have no self-control. But if you respond through faith, you let the storm be temporary because you are open to a solution, not division. How do you respond by faith? Faith requires a tap into the supernatural, God Almighty, the King of all Kings!

Facing Plot Twists with Grace & God :

When you are facing unexpected shifts in your life, you need support. What better way to get help than to turn to the creator of all things, God himself? A relationship with God does not require an extravagant event; it only requires you to go to a secret place and call upon God's name for help. The Holy Spirit guides all and will help you with prayer and the words needed. However, you must open your heart to receive and sustain the relationship with the Lord. When you respond to God's grace and believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, you are "born again" into the Kingdom of God. At the moment of salvation the Holy Spirit comes and dwells in your spirit. He comforts you and leads you to all truth.

Once you encounter the Lord you are never the same. God begins the Supernatural work of transformation through your obedience. As you mature in faith, you learn the attributes of the Holy Spirit and begin to develop them in your character to handle situations such as a "plot twist" and become successful.  You no longer have to react off emotion or see things in the natural world you now tap into faith and the supernatural by allowing the Lord to take over, and you recieve that inner peace to let go and let God. The fruit manifests in your life, if you allow the Holy Trinity to be a part of your life.

The fruits of the spirit are :

• Love
• Joy
• Peace
• Patience
• Kindness
• Goodness
• Faithfulness
• Gentleness
• Self -control

Remember, your response makes a difference. Allow this "plot twist" to help you grow spiritually. Choose to trust God and accept the grace he has given you. Remember, in tough times, give thanks; although it's tough to do, do it because you show yourself approved to serve God in the good and the bad. Rejoice is a response of the Spirit- rejoice and find the positive even in a negative situation. Believe and act on the word of God. Successfully engage in spiritual warfare by proclaiming truth in the face of tests and temptations.  Cry out to God and lean on him as your strength; he is your covering.

Biblical  Scripture to help during a time of trouble:

Psalm 130- 1:8
Out of the depths, I cry to you, Lord; Lord, hear my voice. Let your ears be attentive to my cry for mercy. If you, Lord, kept a record of sins, Lord, who could stand? But with you, there is forgiveness so that we can serve you with reverence. I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word, I put my hope. I wait for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning. Israel, put your hope in the Lord, for with the Lord is unfailing love, and with him is full redemption. He himself will redeem Israel from all their sins.

Find a Battle Buddy to support you during a Plot Twist:

God promotes battle buddies.
"Confess your sins to each other and pray for one another so God can heal you. When a believing person prays, great things happen"  James 5:16
When looking for a true battle buddy, look for the attributes of the Holy Spirit within that person to know they can be trusted. Remember, battle buddies, don't replace God but serve as another source of strength. You need a friend who will be honest, love you unconditionally, accept you, and pray for you constantly. You need someone of the same gender to be open and honest with. Make sure you get a battle buddy who speaks life to you and not death. A battle buddy who knows the word and leads you back on the right path and not the wrong one.

Keep a Positive Attitude No Matter What:

Remember, the greatest trick of the enemy is to get you alone, to mess with your mind. You have 10 seconds to change that negative thought into a positive one before it interferes with your feelings. Seek God, His word, and get a battle buddy - family can be battle buddies too, and overcome the battles and plot twists you may face with the Lord as your strength!

Harvest Church HC Youth is dedicated to helping you grow spiritually!
Today it can be facing a plot twist, but tomorrow it can be facing something else. As true leaders of the kingdom Harvest Church Youth located in Paterson, New Jersey, is here to help you overcome any trial or tribulation that youth may face today. Harvest Church is here to help you grow spiritually with support and love. Harvest Church is a church of spirit and truth. We serve God not through obligation, but because we truly love Him. Harvest Church is an end-time Church, and we carry all attributes of the Holy Spirit because we invite the Holy Spirit to our church and have a heart for the people.

Connect with Harvest Church to grow in God, and gain a congregation who will love you and be your battle buddies ❤️.  In this world, you are not alone, but it takes you to connect and tap into a spiritual kingdom that will be there for you in the good and bad. God Bless You and know God loves you!

Want to connect with Harvest Church?
Join Youth Fridays @ 8 pm located at 204 21st Avenue, Paterson NJ 07501.

Follow us on ig :
@hcharvestyouth
@hcharvestchurch

We look forward to seeing you connect with Harvest Church!