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New Life Christian Church

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Welcome 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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Rise Above and Finish Strong (Chantilly Sermon)

March 10, 2024 17:53 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

As we wrap up the series on Joseph, see how you can finish your life strong like Joseph did. Welcome to New Life Online! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

Third Chair Podcast: Working Through Seasons of Doubt

March 09, 2024 12:00 - 51 minutes - 118 MB

Recently, Josh joined Brennan and Tom to talk about his life, what amazing things God is doing in his life right now as well as how God has helped him work through different times in his life where he had doubts in his faith. Share with us! What encourages or challenges you from this episode? How has God impacted your life? Email us and share your story at [email protected]. Make sure you subscribe so you get these episodes each time: Spotify: https://bit.ly/3PNYfVG Apple: https...

God, Break Me and Build Me Back Up Stronger

March 08, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.62 MB

Have you ever worked with clay (or Play Dough)? You can work on something for some time only to squash it and start again if it doesn't take shape. In the same way, our faith can be like that. Today, Sean shares the importance of taking a knee to God, asking Him to break us so He can build us back up stronger and more reliant on Him. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, wha...

When Tempted, Focus on Eternal

March 07, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes - 12 MB

When you are tempted to do something you shouldn't, it can be easy to focus on the immediate gratification and give into the temptation. However, as Brett shares, that when we are tempted we should focus on the eternal. See why and how. To watch Brett's full message go to: https://youtu.be/14YjJlhcVHI Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this sermon clip in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, ...

Don't Be Afraid To Ask Questions In Your Faith

March 06, 2024 12:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

As we have been reading the Bible in the year, there are often times where you encounter a tradition or ritual that we do today that were first started in the Bible. Today, Tom looks at the Passover and encourages us that whenever we encounter these readings or traditions, to ask God questions. See how you can seek to learn and grow in your faith when you have questions, rather than run away from it. If you would like to read the Bible daily, there are lots of plans found at http://newlife...

Tough Times are Not Wasted Times

March 05, 2024 12:00 - 4 minutes - 3.83 MB

When we go through tough times, it can be very challenging. But those tough times are not wasted times. God can and will use it. See how as Brett shares. To watch the full message go to: https://youtu.be/bTKFZUXZgqM Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this sermon clip in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, 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://ne...

I Can't, God Can

March 04, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.91 MB

Throughout his life, Joseph had the mindset of humility and putting God first. He had the mindset of, "it's not me, it's God." What does this mean for us today? What can we learn? Brett shares how we can honor God in all we do. To watch the full message go to: https://youtu.be/bTKFZUXZgqM Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this sermon clip in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http:/...

How to Forgive Those Who Have Hurt You (Chantilly Sermon)

March 03, 2024 18:04 - 39 minutes - 33.1 MB

How do you forgive those who have hurt you? Today, Brett shares about how Joseph did and how we can as well. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this sermon clip in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, 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!

Helping Our Kids with Smartphones and Technology

February 29, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

The data is overwhelming. Our kids are experiencing depression and anxiety at soaring numbers since 2012. A huge link to this is the rise of smartphones. There is huge dangers to technology in the hands of our children. What can you do as a parent? Brett shares some tips from Deuteronomy 6:4-9 today. To watch Brett's first devotional on raising your children up well, go to: https://youtu.be/D_x0sSQvoXY Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments...

4 Ways to Lessen the Pain We Experience in Life

February 29, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.63 MB

Would you like to live a pain free life? Whether it is emotionally or physically, we all want to limit the amount of pain we experience in life. Today, Sean looks at from Proverbs 18:10-11 and 1 John 3:1 as he shares how we can find safety and peace from the pain we experience. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.chur...

Loving Others is the Fulfillment of the Law

February 28, 2024 12:00 - 7 minutes - 7.16 MB

The book of the Law has a lots rules to follow. But, just as Jesus said loving God and other fulfill the law, Paul mentions it in Romans 8, as well. See how loving others will help you fulfill the law as Tom shares. To be part of a Bible reading plan, text the word "Bible" 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 more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://...

The Importance Raising Your Children Up Well

February 27, 2024 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MB

Parenting is hard. How can you raise up your children well? Today, Brett shares a devotional about parenting and raising up your young children well. He looks key influences in the early years and how important it is for parents to raise their children up in a godly way. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or ...

Refuse to Give Up In Your Faith

February 26, 2024 12:00 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MB

When you've been in some tough situations, discouragement and disappointment can cause you to quit. See how Joseph refused to give up and how that can help us in our faith when we experience disappointment. To watch Brett's full message go to: https://youtu.be/o2ik-Gi0jV0 Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this sermon clip in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. ...

Rise Above Success (Chantilly Sermon)

February 25, 2024 19:31 - 45 minutes - 40.1 MB

Joseph spent many years dealing with hardships. However, he ultimately experienced success through God's help. See how he handled it and use it as an example for us all as Brett shares today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this sermon clip in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, 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 - w...

God Makes Every Season Beautiful in Time

February 23, 2024 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.45 MB

Have you gone through a tough season before? There is a time and season for everything that we go through. Today, Sean shares that if you trust God and do not give up, He will make every season you go through good, in time. See how 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 New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a d...

Praying for Others: A Guide to Intercessory Prayer

February 22, 2024 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

As a Church, we are committing to praying for Northern Virginia and that God would impact the community. That God would Awaken NOVA and that people would come to know Him as savior. But, how do you do that? What does praying for others (intercessory prayer) look like? Brett shares about it today in this devotional. To commit to praying for God to Awaken NOVA text "Awaken" to 703-454-5990 to get daily prayer prompts. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional...

Rise Above When Tempted (Linton Hall Sermon)

February 21, 2024 18:32 - 42 minutes - 33.6 MB

Discover how you can rise above the temptation you face today as Preston shares from the life of Joseph found in Genesis 39. Welcome to New Life! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

God Is Faithful Even if We Are Unfaithful

February 21, 2024 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MB

God's faithfulness to us never changes. He proves it all throughout history and scripture shares that it is NEW every more. Tom shares about how we can respond to God's faithfulness today. To check out Brett's messages on Joseph, you can check them out here: - Rise Above Disappointment: https://youtu.be/o2ik-Gi0jV0 - Rise Above Hardships: https://youtu.be/k8oPVOCtvBA Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know ...

Standing in the Gap for Others through Prayer

February 20, 2024 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB

God works in mysterious ways. Some of those mysterious ways in which He works is through prayer. Today, Brett talks about the power of standing in the gap for others in prayer. What does it look like and how can we do it today? To commit to praying for God to Awaken NOVA text "Awaken" to 703-454-5990 to get daily prayer prompts. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what ...

Have a Plan for When You Are Tempted

February 19, 2024 12:00 - 5 minutes - 5.24 MB

Don't wait for temptation to happen for you to have a plan to get out of it. Have a plan so when temptation occurs you can act. See how and why as Brett shares. To watch Brett's full message go to: https://youtu.be/14YjJlhcVHI Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at...

Rise Above Disappointment (Chantilly Sermon)

February 18, 2024 18:50 - 43 minutes - 38.2 MB

How can you overcome the disappointment you face in life? Find out as Brett shares from the life of Joseph. Welcome to New Life Online! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

Third Chair Podcast: A Heart for the School Cafetorium

February 17, 2024 14:45 - 55 minutes - 128 MB

Last week, Brennan and Tom talk with Patrick Bradley. They talk about his upbringing and how, on his own terms, decided to follow Jesus and how God has always been faithful and relentlessly pursued him. Share with us! What encourages or challenges you from this episode? How has God impacted your life? Email us and share your story at [email protected]. Make sure you subscribe so you get these episodes each time: Spotify: https://bit.ly/3PNYfVG Apple: https://bit.ly/46vfIZO Ama...

How to Overcome Hardships (Linton Hall Sermon)

February 16, 2024 14:16 - 43 minutes - 37.8 MB

How can you overcome hardships in your life? Today, Preston walks us through part of Joseph's life and see how he was able to overcome the hardships in his life as an encouragement for us. Welcome to New Life! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

Praying for God to Awaken NOVA

February 16, 2024 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.69 MB

How can we, as a Church, reach Northern Virginia with the gospel? How can we do that? Today, Preston shares what we are doing to help people across the region to come to know Jesus and follow Him. Will you commit to being part of this? To commit to praying for God to Awaken NOVA text "Awaken" to 703-454-5990 to get daily prayer prompts. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we ar...

God Loves You

February 15, 2024 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Do you know that God loves you? While it can sound trite, it is true. It can be easy to forget that this is true. So today, Brett walks us through different passages in the Bible reminding us that God loves us. Take time today to remember and meditate on God’s love for you. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this video 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. You can also fil...

God's Love Rescues Us

February 14, 2024 12:00 - 5 minutes - 5.26 MB

God's love rescues us. It does not matter how close or far away you are from God, He will come and rescue us because of His love. God will do whatever it takes to bring us back into a relationship with Him because He loves us so much. To watch the full sermon go to: https://youtu.be/RP8SvJcZcko If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. You can also fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect.

Why We Should Pray for the World

February 13, 2024 12:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

God's desire is for EVERYONE to be saved. Do you have a burden for everyone, even people beyond Northern VA to be saved? Today, Brett walks us through 1 Timothy 2:4 and 2 Peter 3:9 and challenges us to pray for the world, even China. See why. If you would like to intentionally pray for Northern VA would AWAKEN to Jesus, text "Awaken" 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 more about New Lif...

How to be a Follower of God During Hard Times

February 12, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.52 MB

Life can change in a heartbeat. How do you navigate the hard times as a follower of God? Brett shares from Genesis 37 and 39 about the life of Joseph as a great example of how we can be a follow of God during our hard times. To watch Brett's full message go to: https://youtu.be/k8oPVOCtvBA Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://...

Rise Above Temptation (Chantilly Sermon)

February 11, 2024 19:21 - 38 minutes - 33.1 MB

Discover how you can rise above the temptation you face today as Brett shares from the life of Joseph found in Genesis 39. Welcome to New Life Online! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

Third Chair Podcast: Understanding Grace

February 10, 2024 12:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MB

Recently, Brennan and Tom talk with Randy Avis. Randy shares his story of being raised in West Virginia, going to WVU how the grace of God became personal for him in his life. Share with us! What encourages or challenges you from this episode? How has God impacted your life? Email us and share your story at [email protected]. Make sure you subscribe so you get these episodes each time: Spotify: https://bit.ly/3PNYfVG Apple: https://bit.ly/46vfIZO Amazon: https://bit.ly/3tnc2ez

Do You Really Want to Change for the Better?

February 09, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes - 8.52 MB

Change - you either like it or hate it. Regardless of how you feel about change, the reality is that it can be hard to do because we become comfortable. Even if they are bad habits, change can be hard to do. Today, Sean walks us through Exodus 8 and how we can overcome the pain of change to make intentional changes in our life so we can be better people. To get connected with Celebrate Recovery, go to http://newlife.church/CR. To find out more information about Divorce Care, go to http://...

Is Belief in God Just a Matter of Faith

February 08, 2024 12:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

Is belief in God a matter of faith? Today, Brett walks us through how the answer to that question is both yes and no. See how in this devotional today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, 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!

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work (Linton Hall Sermon)

February 07, 2024 18:19 - 49 minutes - 41.1 MB

How can you go from a consumer to a contributor at Church? How and why should you be involved in the ministry of the Church? Find out as Preston Conder shares.  To find out different service opportunities at New Life, go to http://newlife.church/serve. Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect. 

Do Not Let Fear Cripple You

February 07, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.52 MB

How do you respond when you are afraid. In the beginning of Exodus we see 2 different reactions to fearful situations. Today, Tom will walk us through Exodus 1-2 and see how Pharaoh and Moses' mom responded to their fearful situations. And, we will see how we can trust God the next time we are afraid. To read the Bible this year, go to http://newlife.church/Bible2024 or find other plans at http://newlife.church/Bible. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional...

How We Can Find Comfort When Loved Ones Pass Away

February 06, 2024 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

When loved ones pass away, there is so much sorrow and grief. How do you deal with that sorrow? Where do you go for comfort? Today, Brett shares how we can comfort others and how we can be comforted when loved ones pass away. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at ...

Does The Bible Contradict Itself?

February 05, 2024 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

We read the Bible because we are looking for answers. Why? Because over time people have had confidence in the validity of its Truth. However, that is not as much the case today. One of the things people point today as to a reason why they don’t read the Bible is because they believe the Bible contradicts itself. But, does it really? Today, Brett discusses why the Bible is trustworthy and true. To be part of a Bible reading plan, go to http://newlife.church/Bible2024 or http://newlife.churc...

How to Overcome Hardships (Chantilly Sermon)

February 04, 2024 19:23 - 42 minutes - 36.1 MB

How can you overcome hardships in your life? Today, Brett walks us through part of Joseph's life and see how he was able to overcome the hardships in his life as an encouragement for us. Welcome to New Life Online! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

Be Part of the Team

February 02, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.9 MB

Why should we be part of the Team at Church? Why should we contribute rather than just go to Church and then go home? Preston shares the value of being part of the team and making an impact in the community. To watch Preston's full message go to: https://youtu.be/aC6yUEbDkyY Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church....

You Can Have Relentless Hope

February 01, 2024 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MB

Do you have hope? The woman in Mark 5 is a great example of relentless hope. She had suffered for years, and yet still had faith in Jesus to heal her from a simple touch. Today, Brett shares lessons we can learn from her life and next steps we can take in our own lives. Want to work through your own hurts, habits, and hang-ups? Email [email protected] to talk to someone about Celebrate Recovery that takes place every Friday night. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to th...

Marks of a Life-Giving Church Community (Linton Hall Sermon)

January 31, 2024 18:07 - 45 minutes - 35.8 MB

What are the marks and characteristics of a life-giving community? Patrick Dennis shares about that today. Welcome to New Life! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

Praise God Daily

January 31, 2024 12:00 - 6 minutes - 5.86 MB

The book so Pslams in the Old Testament is written mostly by King David. Throughout the book he shares his life and soul with God. But, more importantly, he consistently praises God and gives Him honor. Do you praise God? How often? Today, Tom challenges us to praise God daily. To read the Bible this year, go to http://newlife.church/Bible2024 Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who ...

How do You Satisfy Your Soul

January 30, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MB

After Jesus fed the five thousand, He had to talk with them about what they really need to filled. This is beyond physical food. It is spiritual food that will truly satisfy us for a lifetime and make an eternal difference. How can we be fed spiritually? Brett shares John 6 about that today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http:...

How to Have a Peace of Mind

January 29, 2024 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MB

It's easy to come up with excuses for why we can't do certain things. God promises us peace. What does our life look like if we find our peace and joy in the presence of God? Today, Brett shares about that. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, 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.chur...

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work (Chantilly Sermon)

January 28, 2024 18:31 - 38 minutes - 32.3 MB

How can you go from a consumer to a contributor at Church? How and why should you be involved in the ministry of the Church? Find out as Preston Conder shares. To find out different service opportunities at New Life, go to http://newlife.church/serve. Welcome to New Life Online! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

How to Overcome a Difficult Past (Linton Hall Sermon)

January 26, 2024 15:15 - 39 minutes - 31.8 MB

As we begin a new series on Joseph, Preston shares about how Joseph overcame a difficult upbringing and what we can learn from his example. Welcome to New Life! We are so glad you are here! Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

The Starting Point of being a Life Giving Community

January 26, 2024 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MB

God is holy and calls us to be holy. In order to be part of a life giving community, we need to recognize and acknowledge that holiness. Patrick Dennis shares from Colossians 3:12-17 and how that holiness should compel us to be others centered. To watch Patrick's full message go to: https://youtu.be/rdmTHgGaY9U Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when...

The Importance of the Decisions You Make Today

January 25, 2024 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

No matter what age you are, the decisions you make today directly impact you and others around you. See how as Brett shares about the family dysfunction of Jacob, Laban, Rachel and Leah found in the book of Genesis. To watch Brett's full message go to: https://youtu.be/Yu4YlDpphP4 Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife....

Jesus Commissions All of Us to Share About Him

January 24, 2024 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.9 MB

The Great Commission is for all of us. We all know that. However, for a variety of reasons, sometimes we rely on just Pastors and Ministers to share about Jesus. Today, Tom shares from Mark 6:7-13 a time before the Great Commission where Jesus sent his followers out to minister and share the Good News. See what we can learn from this as fellow ministers of the Gospel. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know ...

There is Power in Simplicity

January 23, 2024 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Keep it simple stupid (KISS) is a well-known phrase. Simplicity doesn't mean making things inferior or of poor quality. It meant refining and avoiding unnecessarily complexity. Today Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 11:3 and Matthew 13:18-23 and reminds us to keep it simple in regards to our faith. Do not let the complexities of life distract you from the simplicity of Christ. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like ...

Overcoming a Difficult Past

January 22, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MB

While our past may be troubled, God can redeem them. You can overcome your past and live a life of resiliency today. See how as Brett shares about this. To watch Brett's full message go to: https://youtu.be/Yu4YlDpphP4 Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, 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:/...

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