Bethel Newark Podcast

Why did God give apostles to the church? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa unpacks Ephesians 4:11–13, where Paul explains the roles God established to build and strengthen His people. Discover how apostles serve as the starters of the church, laying the foundation for unity, maturity, and growth in Christ.

What part do you play in the body of Christ? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa shares from Ephesians 4:11–15, where Paul teaches that God has given different gifts and roles to build up the church. Discover how unity, maturity, and love grow when each of us steps into the role God has assigned.🎤 Preacher: Pastor Thomas Correa📖 Scripture Reference: Ephesians 4:11–15🙌 Key Takeaway: Every belie...

How do you keep your faith burning strong when life tries to wear you down? In this sermon, Brother Will Opoku unpacks Romans 9:12–13 , reminding us that God’s call and purpose are not based on our works but on His mercy and grace. Learn how to fan the flame of faith, stay passionate for Christ, and keep moving forward with spiritual momentum.

What does it mean to live every moment in God’s presence? In this sermon, Pastor Vita shares from Psalm 139, where David declares that there is nowhere we can go to escape the Lord. His presence surrounds us—in our joy, in our struggles, and even in our hidden places. Discover the peace and assurance that comes from knowing the presence of the Lord is always with you.

Have you ever felt weighed down by despair or hopelessness? In this sermon, Brother David Cincotta shares from Lamentations 3 , where Jeremiah cries out in the midst of suffering but also declares the steadfast love and mercy of the Lord that never fail. Discover how God’s mercy renews us every morning and gives us hope even in the darkest seasons.

What does it look like to live out the faith we profess? In this sermon, Nicholas Freeswick walks through Romans 12 , where Paul calls believers to be transformed by the renewing of their minds and to live as a living sacrifice for God. Discover how justification through faith leads to a life of humility, service, and love.

Every day, you're faced with a choice—will you follow the wide road that leads to destruction or the narrow path that leads to life? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa unpacks Matthew 7:13–27, where Jesus presents a clear call to choose wisely. From false prophets to shallow foundations, learn what it means to build your life on the solid rock of Christ.

In this uplifting message, Pastor Thomas Correa walks through Matthew 7:7–12, where Jesus invites us to ask, seek, and knock—reminding us that our Heavenly Father gives good gifts to those who come to Him. Learn how trust-filled prayer and God's generosity shape how we treat others with love, mercy, and grace.

Is it ever right to judge someone? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa unpacks Matthew 7:1–6 , where Jesus calls us to examine ourselves before pointing out faults in others. Learn how to navigate judgment with humility, wisdom, and grace—and how spiritual discernment begins with a clean heart. 🎤 Preacher: Pastor Thomas Correa

What rules your thoughts—anxiety or God? In this sermon, Nicholas Freeswick walks through Matthew 6:25–34, where Jesus calls us to stop worrying and start trusting. When anxiety tries to take the throne of your mind, Jesus reminds us that our Heavenly Father knows what we need. Learn how to reset your mindset and live with peace by making God the King of your thoughts.🎤 Preacher: Nicholas Freeswi...

What truly has your heart? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa unpacks Matthew 6:19–24 , where Jesus challenges us to examine our treasures—because what we value most reveals who we really serve. Learn how to reset your focus, store up eternal treasure, and live with clear spiritual vision in a world full of distractions. Preacher: Pastor Thomas Correa Scripture Reference: Matthew 6:19–2

What does it really look like to become more like Jesus? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa walks us through Matthew 6:1–18, where Jesus teaches on giving, praying, and fasting—not for show, but from a sincere heart. Discover how true transformation begins in the secret place, where God shapes us into the image of Christ.🎤 Preacher: Pastor Thomas Correa

What kind of legacy are you building with your life? In this inspiring message, Pastor Joseph Pastori teaches from 1 Chronicles 28 , where David charges Solomon to build the temple—not just with skill, but with wholehearted devotion to God. Discover how lasting impact begins with obedience, vision, and a heart aligned with God's purpose. 🎤 Preacher: Pastor Joseph Pastori

What does Jesus mean when He says, “Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect”? In this message, Pastor Thomas Correa explores Matthew 5:48 , challenging us to reset our understanding of perfection. It’s not about flawlessness—it’s about wholeness, maturity, and love that reflects the character of God. Discover how God's grace empowers us to grow into His likeness.

How do we love people who are hard to love—even our enemies? In this powerful message, Will Opoku dives into Matthew 5:43–48, where Jesus calls us to reset our understanding of love by reflecting the heart of the Father. This kind of love isn't natural—it's supernatural. Discover how to rise above retaliation and respond with radical, God-shaped love.

Is it enough to follow the rules, or is God after something deeper? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa walks through Matthew 5:21–30 , where Jesus takes the Law to the heart level—revealing that God’s Word isn’t just about behavior, but about the root of our thoughts, motives, and desires. Discover what it means to truly reset your life by understanding the heart behind God’s commands.

Have you ever wondered why the Old Testament still matters—or if you’ll ever need those commands again? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa explores Matthew 5:17–20, where Jesus reminds us that He didn’t come to abolish the Law but to fulfill it. Discover how God's standard still shapes our lives today and why living with a heart of righteousness resets how we follow Jesus.🎤 Preacher: Pastor...

What does it mean to walk in strength, dignity, and purpose as a woman of God? In this special Mother’s Day message, Donna James shares from Proverbs 31:10–31 , celebrating the beauty, wisdom, and worth of a virtuous woman. Whether you’re a mother, daughter, sister, or friend—this word is a reminder that your identity in Christ is powerful, purposeful, and praiseworthy. 🎤 Speaker: Donna James 📖...

What does it mean to live out your faith in a world that’s watching? In this sermon, Pastor Thomas Correa unpacks Matthew 5:13–16, where Jesus calls His followers the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Discover how embracing your new identity in Christ empowers you to influence the world with purpose, boldness, and clarity.🎤 Preacher: Pastor Thomas Correa📖 Scripture Reference: Matthew...

In this powerful message from Matthew 5:3-12 we hear the beatitudes from the sermon on the mount to see how God gives us access to His good life through our brokenness, emptiness, and suffering here on earth. Devoted followers of Jesus experience the good life in any situation by leaning on Him. Preacher: Pastor Thomas Correa

Are you feeling stuck in a season where your dreams seem distant and your prayers unanswered? In this powerful message from Genesis 40–41, we walk with Joseph through the dark prison of delay and into the palace of destiny. God didn't forget Joseph—and He hasn't forgotten you. Discover how God uses seasons of waiting and seeming silence to position you for divine purpose. Even when doors are shut...

Do you ever feel like life has thrown you into a pit or placed you in a season of exile? In this sermon from Genesis 37 and 39, we follow the early story of Joseph—betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, and falsely accused. Yet through it all, God's presence never left him. Discover how even in your lowest moments, God is still working behind the scenes to fulfill His promises. Preacher: Pas...

Are you wrestling with God in a season of uncertainty or transition? In this sermon from Genesis 32:22–31, we unpack the story of Jacob’s all-night struggle with God—how transformation often comes through tension, and blessing isn’t handed over without a fight. Discover how God uses the wrestle to change us, mark us, and ultimately bless us. Preacher: Bro. David Cincotta

In Genesis 28, Jacob has a life-changing encounter with God at Bethel. Fleeing from Esau, he dreams of a ladder reaching heaven, with angels ascending and descending. God reaffirms His promises to Jacob, declaring that he will inherit the land and become the father of a great nation. Jacob's response is one of worship and commitment, realizing that God is with him even in uncertain times. Prea...

Title: From Schemes to Surrender | Trusting God's ProcessAre you struggling to trust God's timing and process in your life? In this sermon from Genesis 25, we explore the story of Jacob and Esau—how human schemes often fall short, but God's plan never fails. Learn how to move from relying on your own strategies to fully surrendering to God's perfect will. Preacher: Pastor Thomas Co...