New Life Christian Church
1,563 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWelcome to the New Life Christian Church Podcast. New Life is an Independent Christian Church in Chantilly VA serving Northern Virginia and the surrounding communities. We have 3 locations: Chantilly, VA, Gainesville, VA and Online. Find out more at http://newlife.church
We offer daily devotionals and encouragement throughout the week at the podcast.
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How to Find Hope when Hope Seems to Be Waining
April 18, 2023 12:38 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBWhere do you find a confident hope when all hope seems to be lost? What keeps you going when you feel like quitting? Because of the resurrection of Christ, we can have confident hope. Today, Brett walks us through scripture to encourage us that we can find hope in Christ when all hope seems lost or waining. God will encourage you and put people in your life to encourage you, as well. To get involved in a Small Group at New Life go to http://newlife.church/groups Share your stories, prayer ...
The Resurrection of Jesus Gives Us Reasonable Hope
April 17, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBAs a follow up from his Easter message, Brett reads from John 20:1-3, 9-10. We can't live without loving relationships, purpose or hope. The power of the resurrection is that we have real hope. Some of that hope comes from changed lives. If you look at the first disciples and Paul, their lives were dramatically changed because of Christ and the resurrection. Our hope is a reasonable hope. Continue to ask questions and do the research on Jesus and the resurrection. To watch Brett's Easter m...
God Can Redeem You and Your Marriage (Chantilly Sermon)
April 16, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 27.2 MBIs it possible for God to redeem you and your marriage? It is as Dr. Joe Beam shares. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!
How to Get in Shape Spiritually
April 14, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBGetting into shape spiritually is just like getting into shape physically, it takes work! Check out the five steps that Sean shares with us in this devotional to become spiritually healthier and grow in your faith today. To start getting daily text on how to incorporated spiritual disciplines into your life and grow spiritually, text the word "Faith" to 703-454-5990. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know ...
Using the Lord's Prayer to Pray
April 13, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBThe Lord’s Prayer is probably the most famous prayer out there. It is recited throughout the world, but Jesus gave us this prayer as an example of how to pray. Read through Matthew 6:9-13 today with fresh eyes. Take time to pray specifically about something in your life (or the world around you) for each point. To start getting daily text on how to incorporated spiritual disciplines into your life, text the word "Faith" to 703-454-5990. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your respon...
How to Incorporate Spiritual Disciplines Into Your Life
April 12, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.04 MBWhen you think about spiritual disciplines, what comes to mind? While most people think of studying the Bible, prayer and fasting as the main ones, there are 9 others as well. Today, Tom shares about what all the spiritual disciplines are and how you can incorporate them into your life. To start getting daily text on how to incorporated spiritual disciplines into your life, text the word "Faith" to 703-454-5990. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in t...
The Hope found in the Resurrection
April 11, 2023 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThere is HOPE found in the resurrection of Christ. See how as Brett walks us through John 20 this Easter. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!
A Good Friday Devotional
April 10, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBOn Good Friday, who was in control? Was it Pilate, the crowd or Jesus? Today, Brett walks us through the interactions between Pilate and Jesus found in John 18, 19 and Matthew 27. In the battles you are facing right now, remember that the battle is the Lord's. We are more than conquerors in Christ, who has already won! By His wounds, you have been healed. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who...
Don't Be Afraid to Approach Jesus
April 07, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBIn Mark 5:21-43 we see two miraculous healings. One was the daughter of a synagogue leader and the other a woman suffering. The daughter's dad, Jairus, and the woman suffering came before Jesus. They were not afraid to approach Him. They believed in Him and what He could do. In the same way, we need to not be afraid to approach Jesus. No matter what has happened in your past, humbly approach Jesus. He loves you and cares for you. Do not fear, simply believe in Him. Share your stories, pra...
What Does it Mean to Carry Your Cross?
April 06, 2023 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.7 MBIn Luke 9:23 and 14:25-27, Jesus talks about carrying your cross. That, in order to be his disciple, we must deny ourself, carry our cross and follow Him. Jesus must be Lord of all in our life. Today, Brett shares about what it means to carry your cross. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital ...
Share The Love Of God To All People
April 05, 2023 11:45 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBDoes God really love everyone? And, do we love everyone as Christ loves us? In the book of Jonah, God wanted to bring redemption, but Jonah doesn't think they are worthy of receiving God's redemption and love. Today, Tom walks us through Jonah's mission and God's love that is for ALL, even the ones we think are unworthy of receiving it. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we be...
Two Questions to Answer from Luke 14
April 04, 2023 11:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBHow great is your love for Jesus? In Luke 14:25, Jesus makes the point that our love for Him must be greater than our love for anything or anyone else, including our own family. Then, in Luke 14:27-33, Jesus talks about the sacrifices disciples of Christ make. Do you love Jesus more than anyone or anything else? Are you willing to make sacrifices for Christ? These are 2 questions you need to answer as a follower of Christ today. How would you answer them? Share your stories, prayer request...
What Difference Does the Resurrection Make (Linton Hall Sermon)
April 03, 2023 19:46 - 40 minutes - 73.9 MBIt's easy to doubt your faith and not have confidence. However, because Jesus is alive, that changes everything. See how. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
Why Christians tend to be Politically Conservative
April 03, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.5 MBWhat's the difference between conservatives and liberals? Why is it that so many Christians that are conservatives? Today, Brett shares about this as he examines the historical context starting all the way back to the enlightenment. To watch the 1st part of this devotional go to: https://youtu.be/B6FPuLt5TfI Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, vis...
Easter Means Forgiveness (Chantilly Sermon)
April 02, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutes - 31.9 MBWhat does Easter mean? It means forgiveness for all. Even though you may be a good person, we have all sinned and in need of forgiveness. See how as Preston shares. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
What Do You Look For In A Friend
March 31, 2023 11:12 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBWhat do you look for in a friend? Some of the characteristics of Jesus are forgiveness, gentleness, loyalty, and truthfulness. He is the true friend. More of His qualities are seen in Matthew 14:28-31 when Peter walked on the water to Jesus. Also, in John 15:12, Jesus commanded us to love each other like He did. He laid down His life for us. He has called us friends. He loves us no matter what we do. We can trust Jesus as our "Ride or Die" friend and we can find friends that demonstrate the ...
How Jesus Brought Salvation and Freedom to Civil Governing
March 30, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBDuring this Easter season we are reminded that we have the good news of Christ that brings salvation. Jesus even brings salvation and freedom to civil governing. We have freedom and God given rights when it is given by God and found in Christ and absolute truth. See how as Brett shares in this devotional. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit h...
How To Be A Superhero Of Faith
March 29, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 9.2 MBAs children we idolized superheroes and wanted to be them when we grew up. When you think about real life superheroes, who are the superheroes of faith that you look up to? And, more importantly, how can you be a superhero of faith for others to look up to? Today, Tom shares from 1 Samuel 16:6-7 and James 1:22-25 about 2 starting points on how you can develop a superhero type faith others will be inspired by and encouraged to do likewise. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your respons...
The Gospel Is The Beginning Of Wisdom
March 28, 2023 11:11 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBIn Romans 1:16, Paul shares his confidence in the power of Christ. It is that confidence we can have as believers because the world has changed because of Jesus. Even education has changed because of Jesus. Today, Brett shares how the fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and how ultimate truth plays a vital part in education. To listen to Brett's message about how Jesus changed everything click here: https://youtu.be/HpGUs-fdQQw Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to ...
Confidence in Death (Linton Hall Sermon)
March 27, 2023 19:22 - 39 minutes - 74.2 MBHow can you be confident with where you stand in life and your faith as you face death? Sean Cronin shares about that today. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
How a Great Cause Helps You Develop Resiliency
March 27, 2023 11:21 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBWhat great purpose gets you out of bed in the morning and overcoming obstacles you encounter? As Paul shares in 2 Corinthians 4:1 there is great power in purpose to overcome the pressures to make you quit. We also see this lived out in Nehemiah's life as he organizes a group to rebuild Jerusalem's walls. Today, Brett walks us through Nehemiah 6 as we see how Nehemiah's resiliency was driven by a great purpose. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the c...
What Difference Does the Resurrection Make (Chantilly Sermon)
March 26, 2023 17:36 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBWhen Jesus came, everything changed. See how the resurrection of Christ made all the difference in the world. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
It's Ok to Ask God Questions
March 24, 2023 12:10 - 6 minutes - 5.68 MBWe can learn a lot from the life of Job and what he went through in the book of Job in the Bible. In today's devotional, John walks us through the trials Job went through. And, he shares how Job responded to the trials and why it is ok for us to ask questions of God when we don't understand what is going on. Keep seeking God and his guidance and see where He leads you. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know...
Understanding the Enemy of Your Faith so You Can be the Light of the World
March 23, 2023 11:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBIn 2 Corinthians 4:4-5 Paul shares who our enemy is. He goes by many names, but as 2 Corinthians 11:14b-15a shares, Satan is great at disguising himself. He is great at blinding people from who he truly is. Because we know who he is, how can you help others see the light of Christ? Who can you pray for? Today, pray for opportunities to be able to share about Jesus and set goals to help others hear about and fall in love with Christ. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to ...
4 Reminders of Who You Are In Christ
March 22, 2023 11:25 - 6 minutes - 6.08 MBSometimes we forget things in our past. Those can be memories, events or even truths about who we are, especially who we are in Christ. Today, Tom walks us through 4 truths of who we are in Christ and what they mean for us still today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at ...
A Devotional on Psalm 44
March 21, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBIn Psalm 44, the Psalmist shares how God has did great things the past. And, he knows and believes that God can do great things in the present because of it. But, he wonders if God abandoned them now. Brett walks us through Psalm 44 and encourages us to pray through this Psalm as you read it. While it may seem like God is far from you, God is not. He is working and is with you. To watch Brett's previous devotional on Psalm 44 go to: https://youtu.be/ZMKKZJkBsMU Share your stories, prayer ...
Keep Going When Life Gets Hard (Linton Hall Sermon)
March 20, 2023 21:33 - 38 minutes - 73.7 MBWhat do you do when hardships happen in your life? Preston Conder shares about how you can keep going strong in your faith and life and see those as opportunities during those times. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
An Introduction to Prayer and Fasting
March 20, 2023 13:24 - 13 minutes - 18.5 MBIn Mark 9, Jesus is approached by a man whose son has an unclean spirit the disciples were not able to cast out. Through the course of the exchange the disciple asked why they couldn’t do what Jesus had done, and Jesus responded that some things are only possible through prayer and fasting. As we embark on the next forty days of prayer and fasting together as a church, I encourage you to start here with an overview of why we are doing what we are doing. Catch the vision of what it means to p...
Facing Death with Confidence (Chantilly Sermon)
March 19, 2023 18:11 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBHow can you be confident with whereto stand in life and your faith as you face death? Brett shares today. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
The Importance of Being Reminded of the Good News of Christ Daily
March 17, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MBIn Ephesians 6 (NLT) we are told to put on the armor of God. Specifically, verse 15 says to put on the shoes of peace that comes from the good news. We will be fully prepared when we have the gospel of peace. The good news is that Jesus died to take away all of our sins. Our punishment is taken away. When we are hurt by others we can forgive them because Jesus took ALL sin. We remind ourselves of that good news and share with others which is energizing. What verses or reminders can you set ...
Do You Believe God Can Still Do Great Works Today?
March 16, 2023 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBIn Psalm 44 David recounts and remembers the great works that God has done for the people of Israel over the years. Do you ever look to the past and remember all the great works God has done in history and in your life? Can God still do it now? As Brett shares from Psalm 44, David believed God could and can still do great works today. Do you believe as David did? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more a...
3 Biblical Examples of Fasting
March 15, 2023 12:13 - 8 minutes - 7.46 MBWhere is fasting found in the Bible? What happens during those times and how does God move during it? Find out as Tom shares 3 Biblical examples of fasting today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. Learn more about fasting with different encouragement and resources at http://newlife.church/fasting. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out ...
God is our Ever-Present Help in Times of Trouble
March 14, 2023 11:21 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBWhat do you fear today? God is our ever-present help in times of trouble. Through times of trouble, you can find hope and encouragement from Psalm 46 because God is with you at all times. Today, Brett shares about how Psalm 46 encouraged Martin Luther in his time of trouble and how it can strengthen you today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, vis...
Resilience: Don't Give Up (Linton Hall Sermon)
March 13, 2023 20:49 - 38 minutes - 73.2 MBWhat does it mean to have resiliency in your life? How can you live a life where you don't give up? Find out in this message from Sean today. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
What does it mean to have Childlike Faith?
March 13, 2023 13:01 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBWhat does childlike faith look like? Do you trust God as a child trusts a parent, relying on them for all things? Or do you have faith that is like having supplemental insurance? Today Brett walks us through the difference by looking at Mark 10:14-15, 17-23 and the conversation Jesus had with the Rich Young Ruler. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet,...
Keep Going When Life Gets Hard (Chantilly Sermon)
March 12, 2023 17:29 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBWhat do you do when hardships happen in your life? Preston Conder shares about how you can keep going strong in your faith and life and see those as opportunities during those times. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
God Gives Us Redemption, Despite Our Past
March 10, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.7 MBHave you ever felt like you did something in your life that seems unforgivable? We all have actions in our past that we are embraced by and seem unforgivable. But, the good news is that God does give us redemption and we see this in the story of Moses found in Exodus 2:11 -4:17. Not only did God redeem Moses, but gave him a HUGE mission. See how and how this is possible for you, as well. To hear more redemption stories, text "Easter" to 703-454-5990. Share your stories, prayer requests, or...
Discover Your Identity in Jesus
March 09, 2023 12:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBWhen writing his letters throughout the New Testament, Paul always identifies himself as an Apostle, called by God. This is found throughout the New Testament with James, Peter and Jude, as well. Everything they write about from there on out is based upon their identity of Christ. You can build your identity around any number of things today. But, there is real power in a God given identity. Take Jesus, for instance. All throughout the New Testament we find that Jesus is the bread of life,...
How being Generous helps you experience JOY
March 08, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBAre you experiencing JOY in your life currently? One way we can have more JOY is to look at how a poor widow lived. Looking at Mark 12:41 Jesus observed people put money into the treasury. Some people put in large sums of money. Jesus pointed out the poor widow who put in only two copper coins. He noticed that she put God first even though she did not have much. She loved God and truly gave the most. A generous attitude and simply thinking of others brings more JOY. God blesses us and other...
Living a Transformed Life (Linton Hall Sermon)
March 07, 2023 15:50 - 34 minutes - 65.3 MBWhat does it mean to live a transformed life? Preston Conder shares about that today. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
What Does it Mean for You to Repent and Bear Fruit?
March 07, 2023 12:23 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBIn Luke 13:1-5 Jesus was asked a series of questions. He didn't get into a theological discussion. Rather, he teaches us about repentance. The lesson we get from Old Testament punishment or current suffering is not why is God so unfair. It is about what it mean for you to repent. Jesus is a holy judge and while we all deserve death for our actions, He gives us mercy and grace. The challenge for us is what does it look like for us to repent and bear fruit today. How is God calling you to rep...
God's Grace Gives Us Competence and Confidence
March 06, 2023 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBAs a follow up from his message a few weeks ago, Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 3:4-6, Romans 3:10, Ephesians 2:1-22, 3:5, 1 John 1:9 today. In these passages we see that we are all all saved by grace. And, it is through that grace that we are called to be His ministers. God's grace and redemption makes us competent and confidence to do His ministry and the work of the Church. See how. To watch Brett's message about building healthy confidence, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/0Cmcq...
Resilience: Don't Give Up (Chantilly Sermon)
March 05, 2023 18:49 - 43 minutes - 39.1 MBWhat does it mean to have resiliency in your life? How can you live a life where you don't give up? Find out in this message from Brett today. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
Shine the Light Of Jesus to those in Need
March 03, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes - 9 MBWhat comes to mind when you think about loving others the way Christ calls us to? When you think about this do you think about caring for the less fortunate and lonely? Matthew 5:14-16 calls us to be a light to all people. That includes ministering and loving the poor, homeless and most in need. This is what Jesus did and what He encourages us to do as well. What can we learn from this devotional? What did you hear God say to you today? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response...
Does God Really Listen to Our Prayers?
March 02, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBDoes God really answer prayers? Does He really listen and change things? Or does He change us? Brett walks us through these questions as he looks at Exodus 32, 33, Matthew 7:7-8, Psalm 116:1-12, and Isaiah 55:6 in today's devotional. What can we learn from this devotional? What did you hear God say to you today? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlif...
You are Not Too Sinful for God
March 01, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes - 7.39 MBPeople have different attitudes before they go to the Dentist. One is to prepare a whole lot ahead and clean one's teeth thoroughly. The second attitude is, "I pay the dentist to clean my teeth, so he can do it." Is that how we view our relationship with God? Do we need to get ourselves right first or allow God to cleanse us? We need Him. As we worship we allow Him to do the righteous work in us. Today, Sean shares from Ezekiel 36:25-27 and Titus 3:3-6. All God to cleanse you and give you ...
How to Live a Life of Service
February 28, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBPaul lived his life as a living sacrifice. It was an act of worship to help others know and experience Christ. This is how Paul lived his life every day. It was a life of joy for him as it also drew him closer to God. How is it possible to live a life of service without grumbling and complaining? Brett shares about this today as he shares from Philippians 2:17, 2 Timothy 4:8, Psalm 118:27-28, and Psalm 23. To watch Brett's previous devotionals on: - How to be a Hero in Your Faith: https:...
How You can be a Drink Offering for Christ
February 27, 2023 12:24 - 17 minutes - 16 MBIn 2 Timothy 4:6, Paul talks about being poured out as a drink offering. What Paul is talking about is being an offering of God as a blessing for others. In the last devotional (https://youtu.be/OTCmvh0twdM), Brett shared about what that meant. Today, he shares about how you can be an offering to God as a blessing for others. What can we learn from this devotional? What did you hear God say to you today? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response in the comments below. If you ...
The Best is Yet to Come (Chantilly Sermon)
February 26, 2023 19:52 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBWhat does it mean that the best is yet to come? Brett Andrews shares with us the importance of the Old Testament and how the New Testament completes it. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.
Yesterday Today and Forever Devotional
February 24, 2023 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MBToday, Brennan walks us through a worship song that we have been singing at New Life, "Yesterday, Today and Forever". He shares the Biblical principles that this worship song is rooted in. Sing along and worship God with Brennan. What can we learn from this devotional? What did you hear God say to you today? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.ch...