New Life Church Teesside Podcast

Sunday evening - 05/07/26

In this powerful sermon from Pastor Cliff Henderson, we look at 2 Kings 7:1–9 and the story of the four lepers who discovered good news in a time of famine — and chose not to stay silent. This message challenges every believer to take seriously the call of Jesus to go, witness, share the gospel, and become labourers in the harvest field. Pastor Cliff speaks on evangelism, the Great Commission, sow...

Sunday evening 28/06/26

In this message, “Yes! (ish)”, Pastor Luke Taylor explores what it means to live with true Christian integrity when our words and actions do not always line up. Looking at Matthew 21:28–31, the parable of the two sons, Pastor Luke challenges us to examine the gap between good intentions and real obedience. It is easy to say yes to God, to church, to ministry, or to others — but what happens when t...

Sunday Evening 21/06/26

What does it really mean to be “blessed”? In this message, “BLESSED: More Than A #Hashtag”, David Parry unpacks the powerful priestly blessing from Numbers 6:22–27: “The Lord bless you and keep you…” This sermon explores how God’s blessing is more than a nice phrase, social media hashtag, or closing benediction. It is a daily promise of God’s protection, grace, peace, favour, and presence over His...

sunday evening 14/06/26

In this powerful sermon, “The Word of God”, Chris McMichael teaches on the life-changing power, authority, and necessity of Scripture in the life of every believer. Preaching from Genesis 1, Psalm 12, Psalm 19, Proverbs 4, and John 1, this message explains how God creates through His Word, how the Bible reveals His character, and why Christians must return to being true “people of the Book.” This...

Sunday evening 07/06/26

What if the most important test you’ll ever take isn’t at school, university, or work—but a spiritual examination before God? In this powerful sermon, David Taylor explores Paul’s challenge in 2 Corinthians 13:5: “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith.” Through a practical and thought-provoking journey through 1 John, this message asks the hard questions every believer must face:...

The Persistent Friend - Alan Coyle What does Jesus teach about persistent prayer? In this encouraging and challenging message, Alan Coyle explores Jesus’ parable of The Persistent Friend from Luke 11:1-13, revealing how believers can grow in a deeper, more effective prayer life. Drawing from Christ’s teaching on prayer, Alan examines three key principles for receiving from God: • Pray Specifically...

What “stones” are you carrying that are causing you to limp through life spiritually? In this powerful Pentecost Sunday message, Pastor Chris Parker shares a life-changing sermon about the hidden weapons of the enemy — fear, bitterness, unforgiveness, pride, anxiety, gossip, shame, loneliness, and hurt — and how the Holy Spirit wants to remove them so we can walk in freedom. Using relatable storie...

What does it really cost to follow Jesus? In this powerful message, Pastor Luke Taylor explores the story of Stephen — the first Christian martyr — from Acts 6–8 as part of the “Ignition: The Church Unleashed” series. This sermon dives deep into faithful witness, persecution, courage, grace under pressure, and the unstoppable spread of the early Church. Stephen wasn’t one of the apostles. He was a...

Sunday Evening 10/05/26

The Growing Church | Pastor Cliff Henderson What causes a church to truly grow? In this powerful message from Acts 6, Pastor Cliff Henderson explores the blueprint of the early church and reveals the biblical principles behind spiritual growth, revival, discipleship, and church expansion. Through the story of the early believers in Jerusalem, this sermon unpacks how prayer, the Holy Spirit, servan...

What happens when the world tells you to stay silent about Jesus? In this powerful message, Luke Taylor unpacks Acts 5:17–32, exploring the bold obedience of the apostles who refused to stop preaching the name of Jesus—even under threat, arrest, and persecution. As the early church grows through signs, wonders, and miracles, opposition rises—but so does unwavering faith. This sermon challenges us...

Sunday evening message 26/04/26

What happens when appearance replaces authenticity in the church? In this powerful and sobering message, David Parry unpacks the shocking account of Ananias and Sapphira from Book of Acts chapter 5, revealing the danger of spiritual deception, hypocrisy, and hidden sin. Part of the Ignition: The Church Unleashed series, this sermon explores how God desires a holy, authentic church—one marked not b...

Sunday Evening 12/04/26

Opposition and Boldness - David Taylor What happens when faith meets resistance? In this powerful message, “Opposition and Boldness,” David Taylor explores Acts chapters 3 and 4—where the early church faces persecution but responds with unshakable courage, Holy Spirit boldness, and unwavering obedience to Jesus Christ. Following the miraculous healing at the Beautiful Gate, Peter and John stand be...

Does the Bible support revenge? What did “an eye for an eye” really mean—and did Jesus contradict it when He said “turn the other cheek”?In this episode of Chat PLT, Pastor Luke Taylor tackles a question many people wrestle with:Does the Bible condone revenge, or does it teach forgiveness? At first glance, Old Testament law—“eye for eye, tooth for tooth”—can sound harsh or even violent. But when w...

Because He Lives - Pastor Luke Taylor In this powerful and deeply relatable Easter message, Pastor Luke Taylor unpacks the truth of the resurrection through one of the most human accounts in Scripture—John 20. Rather than focusing on dramatic moments, this sermon explores the raw emotions of Mary Magdalene, Peter, and John as they encounter the empty tomb. Through their confusion, grief, and event...

Because He Died - Pastor Luke Taylor What did Jesus mean when He said “It is finished”? Why was the cross necessary—and could God have chosen another way? In this powerful Good Friday message, Pastor Luke Taylor unpacks the true meaning of the cross, atonement, and the finished work of Jesus Christ. From the Garden of Eden to Calvary, this sermon explains why sin required a payment, why religion c...

Sunday Evening 29/03/26

What kind of King is Jesus—really? In this powerful Palm Sunday message, “Because He Is King,” Pastor Luke Taylor unpacks the familiar story of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Matthew 21) and reveals a truth many of us overlook. The crowds shouted “Hosanna!” and welcomed Him as King… but they misunderstood the kind of King He truly is. As we prepare for Easter, this sermon challenges us to...