NMC Audio Podcast

If you keep going the way you are going, where will you end up? What words would you use to describe your “way?” Is it tough? Is it hard? Is it sweet? Is it rewarding? The best question might be, "Is it the good way?" Jeremiah gives some blunt, direct guidelines for getting on the good way. This could be a tipping point moment for you in making wise choices to get on His way—the good way.

Israel, time and time again, was lured away from worshipping the one true God and gave their awe and reverence to idols and false gods. Time and time again, the prophets, including Jeremiah, called the people of God to repentance, to turn from their wicked ways. As old as Adam and Eve and as new as the present moment, it is time for the people of God to once again wake up!

Jeremiah is frequently described as the most human prophet. We see first-hand his doubts, anger, tears, and confusion. Jeremiah, through the incredibly difficult mission God appointed him to, reminds us that how we live and who we are becoming is of the upmost importance. Jeremiah’s prophetic word challenges us not only to know God’s way, but also to live in God’s way.

Many of us can be quite guarded, even with close friends. This hidden heart can be a serious limitation to Christian growth. Vulnerability in Christian community is the answer. Opening wide our hearts to one another is one expression of truthfulness and makes meaningful accountability possible. But only if we’re willing to be seen.

Learning to live in the way of Jesus takes time. Staying the course in living like Jesus takes intentional focus. We all, from time to time, need course correction and encouragement to stay the course. So, who’s checking in on you?

Jesus did not shy away from saying some radical truths in the presence of others. His teachings were often met with awe or indignation. In Mark 3, Jesus shared a radical, paradigm shifting idea with the crowd that had gathered. What He said back then gives us a glimpse into what He had envisioned for us today—a following that was deeply connected with one another.

Timing is absolutely essential is most areas of life. Whether cooking, comedy, investing, or athletics, to miss proper timing is the path to disaster. The Bible constantly teaches on the importance of knowing the times. Life throws changes at us, and changing times require wise responses. The question is simple: “Do you know the times?”

Have you ever struggled to find the right word to describe something or someone? The greater the depth of something, the harder it is to describe with language. Now think about the infinite depths of God and how inadequate language is in describing who God is. And yet in our limitations of language, it is important to declare who our God is.

Have you ever wished life had a “pause button”? Have you ever wished you could step out of a situation or circumstance and choose a different path? Most of us have. Jesus often uses difficult and even painful events in our lives to reveal truth and grow our faith. Learning to navigate these encounters is an important part of spiritual maturity.

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. There is so much we can learn from just these eight words. God is a good Father, not just to me, but to each of us. God is in heaven, and His name is holy. If we know that these statements are true, why are we not boldly and confidently sharing that truth? As Christians, we should have a burning desire to share about our good Father with the world aroun...

4. Community July 10, 2022 / Acts 2:42-47, 1 Peter 5:8 “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” This wisdom that comes from Jesus alerts the disciple to a real spiritual war that is consistently being waged. How then does the follower of Jesus position him or herself to win the fight?

The Greek word for communion, κοινωνία, has different definitions, but a list would include partnership, participation, and fellowship. God, in all His goodness, invites us to come and receive life from Him. When we receive, we become participants. What an incredible offering! Will you receive His invitation to the table and participate?

One of the essential needs of survival is water. Water is necessary for life. Jesus and many other biblical authors use water to symbolize the spiritual life. Water in the spiritual life is also essential. We all need a source. Where are you drawing your water from? Cisterns? Wells? Or living waters?

We've all made bad decisions. We've all chosen to do something and quickly regretted it. In this week's message, Pastor Kevin will unpack the power of choices and give you a step-by-step process of how to make good decisions.

June 5, 2022 / Judges 6:1-16 As we celebrate and commission our high school class of 2022, we know moments will come when they need to hold on to truth and encouragement. In fact, there are moments and seasons in all of our lives when we need to hold on to the words God has spoken over us. Gideon learned this as well when he was in an unfamiliar and difficult season. Let’s learn together from the...

Is there a relationship more important, more essential than one’s relationship with God? If the answer to that question is "no," then it would be sound logic that one ought to fight for that relationship above all others. It would make sense to devote one’s life to building that relationship, fixating on that relationship, and strengthening that relationship.

3. Increase My Ability May 22, 2022 / John 15:12 The most meaningful thing in life is relationship. Our greatest and lowest moments are tied to relationships. If relationships are so important to life, why is it so difficult to truly love people—not just people that are easy to love, but all people? We are commanded to love people the way God does, so let’s explore how He loves us.

In these days opinions are strong. Families and friendships easily divide over all kinds of issues. But the call of Jesus is to make peace, and the path to true peace, personally and relationally, is not easy. Yes, it’s hard work. We will outline the steps that lead to unhealthy conflict and explore the “how to” of the hard work of making peace.

Guest speaker David Brickner, Executive Director of Jews for Jesus, shares a report on what God is doing around the world with Messianic Jews.

April 24, 2022 / John 16:33 Jesus does a remarkable feat in preparing the disciples for triumphant living in the midst of chaos and turbulence. He teaches that possessing courage and peace while walking through dark valleys is more than an abstract possibility. It’s a living reality. No matter what our future may hold, we can live with complete peace and His joy.

April 3, 2022 / Matthew 15:7-9, Matthew 3:8 “Put your money where your mouth is.” “Talk is cheap.” “You can talk the talk, but can you walk the walk?” “Actions speak louder than words.” These popular sayings and many others ask the same question: “Are you who you say you are?” So…are you? Jesus, in everything, including the discipleship of His disciples, was consistent, honest, real, and authentic...

As followers of Jesus, our mission is crystal clear. It’s about being a disciple and joining Him in making disciples. We are not only invited to join, but commanded to be a part of the mission. It’s not about self-effort. It’s not about trying harder. It’s not about inventing incredible strategies. It’s about walking in step and being filled with the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is often the missi...