NMC Audio Podcast

Ephesians 1:17—It’s all about relationships! All the accomplishments in the world mean absolutely nothing apart from whole and healthy relationships. Because of sin, all of us are messed up. Messed up people mess up relationships. Yet there is hope. Jesus died for relational health, both with Him and with others. When we walk in obedience to Him, we not only have peace with Him but are also on the...

2 Corinthians 1:9—Everyone has something for which we’re known. Often our nicknames come from our reputation or a unique characteristic. Companies develop branding based on what they wish to be known for. What God is known for is what we celebrate on Resurrection Sunday. It’s what He does every moment. Our God is all about LIFE. Through His son Jesus, we have the privilege of life, both now and fo...

Ephesians 4:32—It’s not optional. It’s basic equipment. It’s required for healthy and whole living. Giving and receiving forgiveness is absolutely essential for our health physically, emotionally, spiritually, relationally and psychologically. There are no short-cuts. It’s painful but always profitable. It’s difficult but always healthy in the end. It’s time to press forward on learning how to for...

1 Timothy 6:17-19—One of the most basic lessons all parents want to teach their children is to share. It doesn’t come naturally. It takes diligence, patience and persistence to help a child understand the value of sharing. Our Heavenly Father tries to teach His children the same thing. He calls us to open our hands. He asks us to be rich in good deeds, generously sharing with those in need.

1 Peter 4:10—Success for most people is climbing the ladder. It’s about status, position, power and prestige. We applaud those who use their talents and gifts as they rise in their chosen vocation. Jesus gives a new definition for success. It’s about serving, not being served. It’s about giving, not gaining. He measures us not by status but by serving.

Ephesians 4:1-16— “There’s gold in them thar hills!” That statement is far more than a challenge to miners to dig for gold; it’s a statement that describes the grace gifts that the Lord has given to each believer. Most of us fail to recognize the gifts we’ve received from the Lord. God desires us to recognize the gifts He’s given us and generously share them with the local body of Christ.

Ephesians 3:12-21—God wants to do a deep, life-changing work in us. The closer we walk with our Heavenly Father, the more like Him we become. As we live in His presence, His character flows over into our lives. Far more than being saved from hell, we are transformed by His power which allows us to live Spirit-filled and Spirit-led lives.

After losing his wife a year ago, Pastor Ron Williams walked through a season of pain and grief. Wednesday night of Fanning the Flame, he teaches on how to live Spirit-filled when the lights go out.

What does it look like to be Spirit-led in our homes? Pastor Phil Whetstone teaches on this Tuesday night of Fanning the Flame.

Dr. Chris Bounds teaches on the Holy Spirit Monday night of Fanning the Flame.

Joel Deselm kicks off Fanning the Flame with this Sunday morning message about being led by the Spirit through our Samaria.

Joel DeSelm continues his teaching on the Holy Spirit on Sunday night of Fanning the Flame.

Galatians 5:22-23—Faithfulness, gentleness and self-control wrap up our breakdown of the fruit of the Spirit. Is there evidence of this fruit in our lives? Are we in step with the Spirit?

Galatians 5:22-23—Paul gives us a great checklist of virtues that should flow from our lives when we are keeping in step with the Holy Spirit. He calls them “the fruit of the Spirit.” If we want to gauge the level at which we are keeping in step, we need to understand what these fruit look like and then take time to evaluate their presence in our lives.

Galatians 5:16-26—Do you know the voice of the Holy Spirit? Do you listen to the Spirit? “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” –John 10:27 Among the cacophony of voices; we have to be able to distinguish the Spirit’s voice in order to stay IN STEP.

Galatians 5:16-26, Romans 6-8—Great rivalries often imply two nearly equal entities competing against each other. In the spiritual realm, that’s often described as Satan versus Jesus, light versus darkness, or the flesh versus the spirit. Because of this intense battle, most Christians fail to realize the decisive victory that is ours through Christ. Instead of standing tall as a victor, many limp...

Galatians 5:16-18—Great rivalries have opposing thoughts, styles or strategies. They often have loyal fan bases. The greatest rivalries have a long history of tense face-offs. When it comes to keeping our lives in step with the Spirit, there is a great rival we need to know about and know how to find victory over.

Galatians 5:25, John 14-16—Most people have a decent understanding of who God is. The person of Jesus, His life, and ministry here on earth is well documented. Yet the person of the Holy Spirit is often the hidden member of the Trinity. To many, His work and role is a mystery. It’s impossible for us to stay in step with the Spirit if we don’t know the Spirit. So just who is this One that we are to...

Galatians 5:25—While our desire is to always keep in step with the Spirit (Galatians 5:25), it’s easy to get out of step. Life has a way of pressing in on us. Instead of keeping in step, we often find ourselves marching to the beat of a different drummer. There is a way back! There is a way to be restored! We don’t have to live in despair and hopelessness but can enjoy the beauty of keeping in ste...

Galatians 5:25—Have you made any New Year’s resolutions? Are there any areas of your life where you are committed to change? Do you have a Bible verse for this year? Are there things in your walk with the Lord you want to see enhanced and improved? Learning to live in step with the Spirit isn’t a New Year’s resolution as much as a lifestyle change. We can have amazing spiritual growth and change w...

While we celebrate Jesus’ first coming to earth at Christmas, there’s a second coming yet to happen. It is to be embraced. The correlations between the two are amazing. One brings great opportunity for forgiveness and hope. The second brings the ultimate—eternal life. While many celebrate His first coming, not everyone is prepared for His second coming. Let’s get ready!

John 1:14—Christmas is about Jesus leaving heaven and coming to Earth. Jesus, being fully man and yet fully God, moved into our world and allowed us to get a glimpse of God. Just as Jesus impacted the world that he physically moved into, He asks us to do the same thing. The neighborhood changes when the Spirit of God encounters it. We have the opportunity to be a part of that event.

Colossians 1:15-20—The union of Heaven and Earth is what the story of the Bible is all about. God created the world to be in perfect union with Heaven. The tabernacle and temple were spaces where Heaven and Earth overlapped. Ultimately, God sent His own Son so that Heaven and Earth collided in one person. Jesus makes a way for us all to experience that collision in our own lives.

Oftentimes, we look at Jesus and ask or even wish that He fulfill our personal agenda. Jesus is not as interested in our agenda for Him, as he is in His agenda for us.