New Life Irvine

As we close out our Vision month series, we will unpack what we mean by "city prospers". In particular, we will look at how God wants New Life to impact the city of Irvine. Throughout history, we've seen the church fall into two errors: the error of accommodation and the error of antagonism. It has either over-adapted or under-adapted to the city. How can we avoid both errors and be "in the world"...

This Sunday we continue our series examining the vision of New Life Church: To see a gospel movement where lives radically change, families flourish and our city prospers. What does it mean for families to flourish? Jesus always taught, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength." After which Jesus would always include, "Lov...

Most of us assume that true life change starts with self-discipline, moral grit, or a stern lecture. The Bible shows us, however, that heart-level transformation begins with a radical encounter with God's scandalous grace. Few stories illustrate this principle more than the story of Zacchaeus--a chief tax collector who out of curiosity goes to meet Jesus and returns forever changed. Join us this S...

This Sunday kicks off "Vision Month" as we unpack New Life's vision one phrase at a time.   First up: "To see a Gospel movement." We will take a look at Colossians 1:6 to see how the Gospel is a dynamic, unstoppable force. What began in an unlikely corner of the ancient world is quietly subverting empires, transforming cultures, and sweeping across the globe.   Far from making us comfortable, the...

In a world that values privacy and spends so much energy crafting an image we want others to see, the thought of being completely exposed can feel terrifying. Yet Psalm 139 offers a radically different perspective: the God of the universe knows every detail of your life, yet chooses to love you completely. This Sunday, we are finishing up our summer Psalms series by taking a look at one of David's...

Why does God seem to allow so much evil, injustice, and unfair suffering in our world? The Bible does not pretend that life is fair, but meets us in Psalm 73 to face our honest anger and confusion head-on. Join us this Sunday as we tackle this mystery together and find real hope when life makes no sense.

We live in a world where waiting is viewed as a curse. Fast food, instant downloads, same day shipping--if any of these stall, our patience evaporates and our frustration mounts. But if you flip through Scripture, waiting is not a curse. It is one of God's most commonly used tools. It is used to refine our character, deepen our roots, and purify our faith. Whether you’re waiting on a career breakt...

Unprocessed grief doesn't just go away—it corrodes the soul over time. Too many of us were never taught how to grieve loss or process deep disappointment. Instead, we adapt by becoming distant, bitter, or detached from God and the people we love. But suffering doesn't have to push you away from God. Psalm 42 gives us a practical roadmap for lament, showing how life’s hardest seasons can actually a...

In this powerful contrast, we see extravagant love in the woman who anoints Jesus, and cold betrayal in Judas. As Jesus approaches his suffering, we are called to examine our own hearts—do they draw near in worship or turn away in self-interest?

All of us have experienced loss and disappointment. We have buried loved ones. We live with shattered dreams and unmet expectations. Our lives have not turned out the way we had hoped, leaving us disoriented and confused. When these waves hit, our natural instinct is to bury our pain and put on a brave face. After all, "the show must go on." But Psalm 42 gives us a completely different blueprint f...

Let’s be honest: it doesn't take much to trigger our anxiety these days. Life is fragile and any number of looming threats can keep us up late at night. This Sunday, we are stepping into Psalm 27 which helps us see how David responded to the many dangers and fears that threatened his life. In this Psalm, he shows us the one thing that enables us to stay calm, confident, and faithful in an anxious...

Fear is a reality we never outgrow. From the smallest child to the mature adult, fear lurks around every corner, percolating endlessly in the back of our minds. Left to itself, our imaginations map out worst-case scenarios for our health, our finances, our family, and future. When fear takes the driver’s seat, hope and joy shrink. This is why there are few psalms that are as treasured and beloved...

This Sunday we will take a look at the front door of the book of Psalms, Psalm 1. Psalm 1 contrasts two ways to live—the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. One way leads to flourishing and fruitfulness. The other leads to emptiness and judgment.   In a world full of competing voices telling us where to find happiness and fulfillment, Psalm 1 points us to where true wisdom and thriving...

This Sunday we continue our summer series in the Psalms. We will take one last look at the mysterious mention of the character Melchizedek in Psalm 110:4. Before Psalm 110, Melchizedek has only appeared once in the scriptures, and even that appearance was mysterious (Genesis 14). Melchizedek was the king of Salem, and priest to the most high God (Gen 14:18). For someone so mysterious, why is he so...

This Sunday we begin our summer series in the Psalms. The Psalms hold out such promise for a deep spiritual reflection, yet often when we read them they leave us asking, "What does this even mean?" Join us this Sunday as we examine the most quoted Psalm by Jesus and the writers of the New Testament.

In this brief passage, Paul seems to contradict himself by telling Christians to stop working and then a few verses later to start working. This passage provides both both rest as well as purpose for the Christian.

So many people live, thinking that God is angry with them or disappointed in them. We've all been treated that way by different people in our lives--with family, friends, and at work.   But God is so different. He's nothing like that. God is enthusiastically FOR you. Even when we fail, God shows up with grace and power. His presence brings comfort AND strength so we can live the abundant life Jesu...

Graduation season is upon us! Parents across the nation gather to celebrate the well-deserved accomplishments of their kids. If ever there is a time where our parental hopes and dreams rise to the surface, it is now. While every parent desires what's best for their kids, what differs from family to family is what that "good life" looks like. Join us this Sunday as we evaluate our parental dreams a...

Evangelism can often feel intimidating and awkward. The very mention of the word can conjure up feelings of guilt and embarrassment. Much of this is due to misunderstandings of what it looks like, how we are to engage, and why God calls us to be His witnesses.   Whether you feel confident sharing your faith or are unsure where to begin, Sunday's sermon offers practical encouragement for every beli...

Our kind and loving God gives us a command to rest. The command to rest, like all of God’s commands, is actually a gift to us. Rest, however, is not ultimately found in an activity. It is found in a person. If you want rest, Jesus says, come to me.

The heart of Jesus for the lost is beautifully demonstrated in the story of the woman at the well. From heaven to Jerusalem to Samaria, Jesus leaves the 99 to go after the 1. This is Jesus, love in its purest and most compelling form. 

This Sunday, we turn to one of the most familiar—and unsettling—teachings of Jesus: the Parable of the Good Samaritan. It’s a story many of us think we know well. But beneath its simplicity lies a piercing question: what does real mercy actually look like? We’ll explore how mercy interrupts our routines, challenges our assumptions, and calls us to love beyond comfort and convenience. Join us as we...

We’ve all seen the "Welcome" mats. They sit at our front doors, looking charming and inviting. But let’s be honest. Do we really have a heart that"welcomes" the stranger, the lonely, and the hurting? Hospitality these days is more about impressing and entertaining rather than connecting and engaging. The Gospel however shapes a very different posture and practice that is crucial to the health of a...

This Sunday, we continue our Pillars of a Flourishing Faith series as we unpack what it looks like to "Bless." Specifically, we will show how a life that beholds, belongs, and becomes, will inevitably produce a life that loves. Love is the acid test of spiritual formation. It is the barometer that gauges whether or not we are truly growing or just faking. Join us as we discover how and why a life...

This Sunday we return to our series Pillars of a Flourishing Faith. We will begin to look at the final pillar: Bless. God has called each of us to be a "living sacrifice." We will see how this calling is to be done with our gifts, not out of guilt.