Neue Thing Podcast

ABOUT THE EPISODE The first chapters of Acts are rich in activity as the Holy Spirit rests on the Church for the very first time. Today, we’re discussing the characteristics of the early church and what caused it to grow! BIG IDEAS Big Idea #1: Jesus promises the Holy Spirit. The timing of this happening at Pentecost was not a coincidence. Jews from all over the world would have traveled to Jerusa...

ABOUT THE EPISODE With a fresh, new book comes an intro episode where Cherie and Tami give us helpful context surrounding Acts. As we study the details of “who, what, where,” we will also find rich application for today as the church. BIG IDEAS Who wrote the book of Acts? The authorship is widely accredited to Luke. As a second-generation follower of Jesus (not an eye-witness to Jesus’ ministry) L...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Outlining the crucifixion, Cherie and Tami explore the depth of what Jesus endured as He sacrificed His life on the cross. As we sit with the weight of this reality, we are brought to a greater understanding of the joy, grace, and love we now get to experience as children of God, washed by the blood of Jesus. BIG IDEAS John 17: Jesus Prays Jesus gives us a model of prayer when He...

ABOUT THE EPISODE This week, Cherie and Tami remind us to continue abiding in Jesus, friends. He is the only One who brings life from death, brings peace, and produces fruit in us. Stay connected to Him! BIG IDEAS Big Idea #1: Lazarus raised from the dead (John 11:1-45)  Jesus is the Author and Sustainer of all things. He’s not thrown off by bad news.  Big Idea #2 - The Gift of Peace (John 14:27)...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Throughout the first nine chapters of John, we see a clear set of standards that Jesus lives by–the same standards He commands His followers to live by. Join Cherie and Tami as they explore these standards, comparing them to typical standards of the world. BIG IDEA Jesus is the standard for all of life. Who are we elevating in our lives in place of Christ? Anything we choose (lea...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Introducing the book of John, Cherie and Tami cover four important questions to ask when beginning to read a new book of the Bible.  Who wrote it? John, a Palestinian Jew and the brother of James.  The “disciple Jesus loved.” Do we embrace the love of Jesus and let it sink in as John did? When was it written?  Between AD 70 and AD 100. This was a significant time when Christianit...

INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Wrapping up the book of Luke, Cherie and Tami take a deep dive into the disciples’ dispute for greatness as well as Peter’s denial of Jesus. If you can relate to the multiple mess-ups of the disciples, you can be equally encouraged knowing Jesus’s grace is just as available for you as it was for them. Big Idea #1 - The dispute over greatness When the disciples are dre...

INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Big Idea #1 - The God who runs with joy! The Father cast aside all behavioral conventions of the time, as running was considered undignified for an older person, especially a wealthy landowner. He is eager to celebrate his child. Do you live like a celebrated child of God? Big Idea #2 - The power of persistent prayer Don’t stop bringing your prayer to God. He doesn’t...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Looking at Luke 11-14, Cherie and Tami pull out insightful big ideas to guide your reading plan. And they’re not shying away from the tough passages–like when Jesus tells His disciples they must “hate” their families? You have to carry your cross? Join us as we explore the depth of these verses! INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Big Idea #1: Love Jesus most. When Jesus says “If anyon...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Follow along as we learn about God’s perfect timing, the growth found in the seemingly mundane, and the compassion He calls us to every day! INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Big Idea #1: Blessed Are The Faith-Filled How do we live our lives in such a way that tethers us to the truth of God’s Word so that faith flourishes? Big Idea #2: The Anonymous Years of Christ Other than a few g...

ABOUT THE EPISODE It’s time to dig into a new book of the Bible! Join us as Cherie and Tami give background info and applicable truth from the book of Luke. INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Who wrote the book of Luke? Luke! Luke was from the second generation of the early church, so he was NOT an eyewitness of Jesus’ ministry (not one of the 12 disciples) – instead, he compiles as many of the eyewitn...

ABOUT THE EPISODE What does it look like to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength? Today Cherie and Tami give insight on this question and how it affects our reputations as well as our humility. Join us! INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Big Idea #1 : The First Commandment–Mark 12:30. Loving God with all our heart, mind, soul, and strength. If we get this right, we get loving peop...

ABOUT THE EPISODE We’re hitting highlights of the themes we see of Jesus’ power in Mark 1-9. Big Idea #1: The power of Jesus over the demonic Jesus’ authority over the demonic is one of several ways Mark shows Jesus to be God. Big Idea #2: The power of faith Who are the naysayers that are calling you to doubt His ability to be who He says He is?  Big Idea #3: The power of repentance  There is a di...

ABOUT THE EPISODE With a new book comes an introduction of our four elements of understanding the context of our reading in Mark. INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Who wrote it? Mark, an apprentice of Peter. Even with Peter’s faults, he was able to invest in and influence Mark. Who is pouring into you, and who are you pouring into? When was it written?  Likely the AD 50s in Rome To whom was it written...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Wrapping up the first of five books in this year’s journey through the Gospels and Acts, Tami and Cherie cover a few highlights from Matthew 21-28. INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Big Idea #1: Are you a religious hypocrite? Our integrity matters at all times. Big Idea #2: Jesus’ prayer in the garden Jesus prayed with boldness and was specific. Big Idea #3: The God of the empty grav...

ABOUT THE EPISODE After a quick review of where we’ve been within the book of Matthew, Cherie and Tami dive into chapters 16-20 for three big ideas to guide our reading.  INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Big Idea #1: Take up your cross and deny yourself Jesus doesn’t give suggestions in Scripture…He gives commands Jesus never asks us to do something He hasn’t already modeled Himself Big Idea #2: Fait...

ABOUT THE EPISODE Matthew 10-15 brings reminders of how rest, priorities, and understanding our commission reorients our actions to better reflect Jesus. In today’s episode, Cherie and Tami dive into three big ideas from our reading, and we end with a practical look at how your day-to-day life can reflect the truth we discover in this text! INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Big Idea #1: Find rest in J...

ABOUT THE EPISODE This week, we are talking through Matthew 5-9! Within this text, we find the longest recorded sermon of Jesus, the Sermon on the Mount. Explore with us the ways Jesus raises the bar on what heart transformation means and the intentional ways Jesus chooses to heal. INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Jesus raises the bar on what it means for us to follow Him. He desires our hearts rathe...

ABOUT THE EPISODE We’re diving into Matthew today! Our reading plan has taken us through chapters 1-4 of this Gospel, and in today’s podcast, Cherie and Tami cover the highlights—the genealogy of Jesus, His birth and baptism, and the age-old question of “Why does God allow suffering?” INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI Matthew 1: Genealogy God intentionally and counter-culturally includes four women in...

ABOUT THE EPISODE As we begin the book of Matthew in the #Neuethingchallenge2022, Cherie and Tami dive into four foundational elements to look for when diving into any book of the Bible. Today’s episode will set you up for a helpful framework as you begin reading Matthew this month.  INSIGHTS FROM CHERIE AND TAMI 4 Foundational Elements in the book of Matthew: Who wrote it? Matthew wrote Matthew!...

ABOUT THE EPISODE What is the Word of God? How can we trust it? Cherie and Tami lay the foundation for the Neue Thing Challenge 2022 as we begin our study of the four Gospels and the book of Acts. This week’s episode sets the stage for what’s ahead.  You can also participate at your own pace! Check out our three levels of participation for the #Neuethingchallenge2022 Level 1: Reading Scripture Wee...