In this new series, part four of his detailed study of Romans, Pastor Jim will unpack the truth of Romans 6 & 7 and how Jesus radically changes the direction of our life’s journey. Find turn-by-turn directions and learn to avoid the danger zones as we understand how to be set free from sin and guilt and live in the victory of the resurrected Christ.

Many have referred to Paul’s letter to the Romans as ‘the fifth gospel’ because if it’s extensive explanation of what salvation in Jesus Christ is all about. In this new series of messages entitled ‘Undeserved,’ Pastor Jim Locke will lead us on a journey through the heart of the gospel, a section of Scripture many consider to be the the most important theological statement in the Bible. Join the Hillcrest family as we celebrate the undeserved gospel of grace in all its glory.

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Easter @ Hillcrest | April 24

8:00, 9:30, & 11:00a

Easter is right around the corner! Invite your friends, family, and associates to one of our three Easter Worship gatherings at 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00a. Adult Life Group will have a break this week allowing adults the opportunity to serve in the Preschool or Children’s area. Preschool Life Groups available all three hours, and special Children K-5 worship at 9:30a or 11:00a.

• Preschool Volunteer Opportunity on Easter Sunday
  Contact: Monica Davis | 850.476.2233
  We are looking for volunteers to serve in our Preschool Ministry on Easter Sunday. Sign up sheets are available in your Life Groups, or contact Monica if you are interested in serving.
• Children’s Easter Worship | 9:30a and 11:00a
  Children, K-Grade 5, join us on Easter Sunday for a special time of worship!

Are you a believer and have not yet been baptized? Join us at the Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier April 10 for an opportunity to be baptized at the beach. Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate with us. Contact Rita Malone | 850.476.2233
if you are interested in being baptized.

Romans Part 2 “What’s Wrong with the World” begins February 20, 2011 at Hillcrest Baptist Church, Pensacola, FL. Join Pastor Jim as he continues on a year long journey through the book of Romans. This next series will take us through Chapter 1:18 to Chapter 3:20. Why is the world the way it is? Is there still good in this world? What does God’s word say about evil, envy, murder, gossip, deceit and all manner of vices the world struggles with event today? How does God judge such wrong? Pastor Jim will be unwrapping these topics and more during the course of this year.

For past sermons of if you need to catch up on this series, be sure to visit the Hillcrest sermon browser for a complete online library of current and past sermons.

Motion teaser for the second sermon series from Romans by Pastor Jim at Hillcrest, Penscola, FL.

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One of the things that we are working hardest on right now is our preparation for DNow 2011, taking place February 25-27. Last year’s DNow weekend saw nearly 200 students make a LOT of noise for Jesus. There were multiple salvations, baptisms, commitments, and callings. We know that this year will not only bring the same harvest, but that it is going to be NEXT LEVEL stuff. Our friend John Mark Harrison will be joining us to bring God’s Word in a big way and Ben Kimsal is fronting the best band in town to lead us in our worship music all weekend.

If you haven’t registered yet there’s still time. The cost is only $50 for the entire weekend and that includes everything (food, lodging, and fun) from 5:00 Friday to Noon on Sunday. All we need from you is a $10 deposit and a completed registration form to get you signed up today. Forms are available all over the church OR you can click here for the Hillcrest Students 2011 DNOW Reg form and download one yourself. For that matter, why don’t you print 4 or 5 and sign up some friends to bring with you. They can be turned in to Joyce, David, or Jace in the church office.

Our 2^nd annual DNow Dodgeball Tournament is going to be worth the price of admission alone! Not only that, but on Thursday, February 17, at 6:30 we are having a BLOWOUT party in the Pier to get as many people as possible signed up at the last minute. We’ll be giving away some awesome prizes and there will be a few special guests joining us as we get pumped up for the next weekend.

We will be holding a DNow Parent/Student Meeting in the Pier on Sunday, February 13 at 5:00. At this meeting we’ll be giving you all of the final details of the event. In the meantime, if you have questions you can call or email us and we’ll help however we can.

We are looking forward to 2011 being the greatest year in the history of our church. JOIN US!!! – David Wiggins, Hillcrest Students

The Journey Begins 01•09•11 for a brand new series from Pastor, Jim Locke. We’ll be digging deep into Romans, 6 Series, 1 Year, 1 Book to develop and maintain a foundation for new and seasonded followers of Jesus Christ.

Exodus is often referred to as ‘The Gospel of the Old Testament,’ and it’s easy to understand why. With themes like bondage, deliverance, redemption, election, and judgment coursing throughout its pages, Exodus displays the majesty and love of our unchanging God in all his glory. Join Pastor Jim beginning September 5 as he shares how the presence and power of God in your life changes everything.

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