The New Life Community Church Podcast

Work isn’t just what you do—it’s how you worship. Learn how faith is trust in action and two spiritual practices—tithing and Sabbath—to help you trust God with money, control, and your work. Learn how to bring your faith into your Monday and find freedom, purpose, and peace.

Work isn’t just a paycheck — it’s a calling and an act of worship. But too often, we think worship is just between us and God. The story of the Good Samaritan shows us how worship should flow into how we love and serve the people around us.  Learn why we sometimes “stay on our donkey” and how to let your faith overflow into action, making your work truly honor God.

Work can be worship—but only if your heart stays aligned with God. In this message, we explore why work often feels frustrating, survival-driven, and disconnected from God, and we uncover four “worship killers” that sneak into the workplace: comparison, selfish ambition, drifting or drowning, and fear or anxiety.

We spend nearly a third of our adult lives working—yet most of us never stop to ask, does my work really matter to God?  In this kickoff to our new series Good Work, we unpack a biblical theology of work, showing us that work isn’t a curse but a calling.

In this final message of our series "Ordinary People, Extraordinary God", we unpack the feeding of the 5,000 from John 6. Discover how one boy’s ordinary lunch reveals the pattern of God’s extraordinary work when we trust Him.

Feeling ordinary? You’re not alone. In this message, we unpack the story of Lydia in Acts 16 to show how God turns the ordinary into extraordinary the moment we choose to live with an open heart, home, and life.

Obadiah was an ordinary man working in a corrupt palace, yet he chose faithfulness and obedience.  His quiet courage paved the way for God’s extraordinary work.  Learn how your everyday life can make an extraordinary impact.

This message dives into the life of Joseph—better known as Barnabas, the “Son of Encouragement.” From selling his land to support the early church, to believing the best about Paul, and giving John Mark a second chance, Barnabas shows us what it looks like to encourage, invest in, and restore others.

In this message, we look at the story of Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz. In a time of famine, wandering, and heartbreak, God was quietly at work writing a redemption story that points us to Jesus. Discover how our Extraordinary God redeems ordinary people out of loss, bitterness, and brokenness—and how His grace is always greater than our wandering.

In the kickoff message of our new series, we explore the story of Shiphrah and Puah — two ordinary midwives who boldy said "no" to Pharaoh's deadly orders because they trusted God above all else.  Discover how these women risked everything to protect life, offering a powerful foreshadowing of Jesus' sacrificial love.

Guest Speaker: Pastor Jim Moore

God wants to use your story to make an eternal impact. In this message, you'll learn how to share your faith with clarity and courage—combining biblical truth with personal testimony. Heaven is real. Hell is real. Let’s join the rescue.

Evangelism doesn’t start with a stage—it starts with a simple invitation. Ordinary people saying, “Come and see.”  You don't have to know everything about Jesus to introduce someone to Him.

We’re reclaiming something that’s quietly gone missing: evangelism. It’s not about being perfect or loud — it’s about living a life that points to Jesus. Through the story of the woman at the well, we’re reminded that a changed life is the most powerful sermon. Let’s make Heaven full and Hell empty — starting with how we live.   Recorded: Sunday, July 13, 2025

In this message, we explore Psalm 126 — a song written for people in the middle of a climb. With humor, honesty, and heart, we’ll journey through a half-marathon story, a historic return from exile, and a God who meets us in the hills of life. Jesus is where the joy is — not just at the finish line, but every step along the way.

We’re celebrating 36 years as a church — and we’ve officially reached a summit: we’re debt-free! In this special message, Pastor Alex unpacks Psalm 124, reminding us that we didn’t get here by chance. If the Lord hadn’t been on our side, we wouldn’t be here. Now, with fresh perspective, we look forward to what’s next.

Ever tried to build something and halfway through realized...you had no idea what you were doing? Maybe it was a shelf, a chair—or maybe your entire life. In today’s message from Psalm 127, we’re talking about what it means to build with God at the center. Because here’s the truth: you can hustle, grind, and plan your life down to the last detail—but if God doesn’t build it... it won’t hold.

This week in Summer in the Psalms, we’re looking at Psalm 122—a worship road trip anthem for God’s people. In a world where vacations are about escape, this psalm reminds us that worship is worth the journey. Discover how true worship brings joy, builds unity, and realigns us with God’s peace and purpose.   Recorded: Sunday, June 15, 2025 (Father's Day)

In the second week of our Psalms of Ascent series, we turn our attention to Psalm 133—a brief yet powerful expression of unity among God’s people. This message was delivered on Pentecost Sunday, a significant day to remember how the Holy Spirit brings us together as one body. Together, we will explore why unity is so precious to God and how it brings life, blessing, and strength to our church comm...

In this kickoff to our Summer in the Psalms series, we’re diving into Psalm 121—a road trip song for the soul. Just like road trips need music, our faith journey needs reminders of who’s with us. Discover how God is your Helper, Protector, and Constant—now and forever.

Your life is more than just a birth date and a death date—it’s all about the dash in between. In this powerful message, Pastor Alex challenges us to live boldly for Jesus, just like the early believers in Acts 4 who prayed for courage in the face of pressure.  It's a challenge to live boldly for Christ, influence other, and let God use our lives for something that echoes into eternity.   Recorded:...

In a world that often treats faith like a buffet, we might want to skip over topics like hell. But Jesus is clear—hell was never meant for us. You were created for relationship with God, not ruin. Through Christ, heaven isn't just a far-off destination—it’s your true home. The invitation is open…will you accept it? Let’s learn how to live like citizens of heaven today.   Recorded: Sunday, May 18,...

This Mother’s Day message from the “What Was I Made For?” series highlights Jochebed, the mother of Moses—a woman of bold faith who trusted God with her son’s life in the face of danger. Her story reminds us to trust the invisible God to do visible things, to act in faith, and to pass on our faith to the next generation. Even in a broken world, God still honors and works through the role of mother...

God is inherently good in nature, desires our goodness, and has a divine plan designed to make us complete and whole through Jesus Christ. This plan reflects His unwavering love and commitment to our spiritual growth and fulfillment.

The fundamental reason we exist begins in our origin story. Understanding that I was intentionally made by God means I am not an accident at all; rather, I was created with a specific purpose in mind that transcends mere chance. This purpose is intricately connected to the image of God that I bear within me, highlighting both my value and my responsibility to reflect Christ to the world around me....