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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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Are You A Safe or Dangerous Christian?

August 04, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.73 MB

There is a difference between a Christian who plays life safe and one who plays it dangerously. Today, Walker Gaulding shares from Luke 9:51-54 and shows us from Jame's example how we can live our faith out dangerously. 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:/...

Two People to Reconnect With for Your Faith Development

August 03, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.3 MB

Summers are great times to incorporate themes into your life! For New Life’s Online Campus Pastor Tom Pounder, this summer is going to be the summer of reconnection. Check out this devotional and be encouraged with who you can reconnect with this summer. 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. Or you can fill out a digital conne...

What does Faithfulness to God Look Like

August 02, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

There is a difference between faithfulness to God and foolishness? Today, Sean shares what that looks like for us all. To see all of Sean's full message on this go to: https://youtu.be/6l1ROcD76cM 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 ...

What Does it Mean to be a Man Today

August 01, 2023 11:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

What does it mean to be a man today? Men and masculinity is under attack these days. Men are often described as toxic. But, is that accurate? In 1 Kings 2, David challenges Solomon to be a man. Today, Brett digs deep into Biblical masculinity and what it means to be a real man 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...

God Can Help with the Challenges in Your Life

July 31, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

God can heal dysentery. What's the big deal about that? We know how to heal that today. But, back in the day, it was mysterious and could be lethal. Dysentery was a big deal! What are the big deals and challenges in your life? God can help. See how as Brett shares. 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...

The Truth about Playing it Safe (Chantilly Sermon)

July 30, 2023 19:51 - 35 minutes - 28.6 MB

What's the difference between a Christian who plays life safe and one who plays it dangerously? That is what Walker Gaulding shares about today as he looks at Luke 9:51-54 as he shows James' example on how we can live our faith out dangerously. 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 ...

A Prayer for Surrender

July 28, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

When you think about surrender or sacrifice, do you think of it as a one-time event or something that we should do daily? Today, Josh Zarger leads us through an exercise to use as a tool to practice surrendering to God on a daily basis. Take time to pray with Josh. 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 fill out a d...

The Importance of Defining Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Biblically

July 27, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

When it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion, are you following the way they are defined by God or by the world currently? As a follow-up to his last devotional, Brett challenges us to follow the true meaning of these words defined by God. See how To watch part one of Brett's devotional on Biblical diversity, equity and inclusion go to: https://youtu.be/sPSaymbJaPk Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to k...

Why We Should Have an Others Centered Mentality

July 26, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MB

How can you remain faithful to God? What does it look like? Part of it involves having an others first mentality. See how as Sean shares about Paul's example in Philippians 2:3-11. To see all of Sean's full message on this go to: https://youtu.be/6l1ROcD76cM 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 o...

What is Biblical Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?

July 25, 2023 12:57 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MB

Everyone is for diversity, equity and inclusion. God loves diversity, equity and inclusion. However, those words have been twisted by Satan's lies and deception over the years. That is why today, Brett shares the true Biblical definitions of diversity, equity and inclusion so that we can know how to combat Satan's lies 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 be...

The Consequences of Disobedience to God

July 24, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Why do people compromise the Bible and leave their faith? Today, Brett walks through 2 Kings 17 and talks about how the nation of Israel experienced the consequence of abandoning their faith. And, he shares how this applies to us today. To be part of your Bible reading or devotional plan... - For adults, text "Paul" to 703-454-5990. - For devotionals your family can do together, click this link: http://eepurl.com/isvXns - To be part of a Group, check out the different options at http://n...

The Marks of a Committed Christian Part 2 (Chantilly Sermon)

July 23, 2023 18:00 - 38 minutes - 32.5 MB

What does a committed Christian look like? Sean follows up on Brett's message from last week with another mark of a committed Christian. 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.

What Kingdom Greatness Looks Like

July 21, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.3 MB

While the disciples argued among themselves who was greater and the time of his betrayal grew closer, Jesus showed the disciples what it means to serve. He took on the role of a servant to show them what Kingdom greatness looked like. 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 ...

Why Sacrifice is the Second Mark of a Committed Christian

July 20, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.19 MB

What does a committed Christian look like? Today, Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 11:23-27 and other passages about how are scars and sacrifice are evidence of how committed we are to following Christ. To see the First Mark of a Committed Christian go to: https://youtu.be/ll-ljrM4nAg To see all of Brett's full message on this go to: https://youtu.be/7GFWAr580Hg Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more a...

How To Live Free With Christ

July 19, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.42 MB

Are you fully embracing the freedom of Christ in your life? If you are a believer you are freed from sin because of what Christ did for us. However, sometimes we can allow sin to prevent us from living truly free in Christ. Today, Tom shares from Romans 7:15-18, Romans 3:23, and 6:23 and shares how we can live as free in Christ. To be part of your Bible reading or devotional plan... - For adults, text "Paul" to 703-454-5990. - For devotionals your family can do together, click this link: ...

Integrity is a Mark of a Committed Christian

July 18, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.67 MB

What does a committed Christian look like? Today, Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 11:23-27 and other passages about how integrity is a key quality that committed Christians possess. See how. To see all of Brett's full message on this go to: https://youtu.be/7GFWAr580Hg 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...

The Importance of Knowing the Bible

July 17, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

You have to be really smart to be on Jeopardy. However, none of the contestants could answer a question on the Lord's Prayer. Even atheists and non-believers were tweeting their disbelief. As Christianity continues to decline in the world, it provides us a mission field. But, in order to minister and encourage others we need to know the Bible. Brett shares the importance of knowing the Bible To be part of your Bible reading or devotional plan... - For adults, text "Paul" to 703-454-5990. ...

The Marks of a Committed Christian (Chantilly Sermon)

July 16, 2023 16:37 - 39 minutes - 32.2 MB

What does a committed Christian look like? Brett shares 2 qualities of committed Christians in today's message. 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

Are You a Slave to God or Sin?

July 14, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.31 MB

Because of Jesus, we are no longer slaves to sin, but we can have freedom and Christ. How and why? Find out as Sean shares from Romans 6:19-23 in this devotional and choose to follow and serve Christ daily. 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.churc...

Why Criticism Hurts and How We Can Respond Gently

July 13, 2023 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Why does criticism sting? And how can we appropriately respond to criticism? As we see in this devotional, Paul and David were criticized at different times in their lives. What can we learn from their responses to criticism? Brett shares some lessons we can learn and apply the next time we get criticized. To hear the 1st devotional from Brett go to: https://youtu.be/8Pc-JYM6o2I To see Brett's message about criticism go to: https://youtu.be/JlWHT2XSL48 Share your stories, prayer requests...

Why People Abandon Their Faith And How To Prevent It

July 12, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.88 MB

Is it impossible to follow God daily? Is it too hard? One of the reasons why Tom believes people leave their faith is because, over time, they stop believing that God is Lord of all and can guide us. We start believing more in our power than God's power. Today, Tom talks about how we can choose to follow Christ daily. To be part of your Bible reading or devotional plan... For adults, text "Paul" to 703-454-5990. For devotionals your family can do together, click this link: http://eepurl.c...

2 Principals to Apply When Getting Criticized

July 11, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

If you are a Christian today, you can expect to be criticized. Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 10:4b-5, Proverbs 26:4 about 2 principals we should keep in mind the next time you get criticized. To see Brett's message about criticism go to: https://youtu.be/JlWHT2XSL48 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 yo...

Are You Ready To Give An Answer for Your Hope?

July 10, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

Are you ready to give an answer for your hope in life? Christ impacted your life. Are you ready to share about that to others? Today, Brett shares encouragement from 1 Peter 4:15b-16, Acts 4:18-20, 5:17-25 and how we can be ready and bold to share the hope of Christ with others. 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...

The Hope of Jesus (Chantilly Sermon)

July 10, 2023 10:02 - 33 minutes - 27.6 MB

There are lots of "hope" out there in the world today. See how the hope of Jesus is the one true hope for us. 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!

Use Your Tragedy For God's Glory

July 07, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MB

We all have stuff in our past that we regret and wish we could have done differently. And while they do shape us and change us, we don't have to let these tragedies define us. In fact, those tragedies can be used for God's glory. Tom shares about this as he shares from his life and encouragement from Isaiah 43:18-19 and Philippians 3:13-14. 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 a...

How Biblical Truth Helps in Spiritual Warfare

July 06, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 9.25 MB

There are a lot of truths out there today. While Satan seeks to tell lies, we can wage war against his lies with Biblical Truth. Do you know the Bible well enough to combat the lies and false truths in the world today? Today, Brett encourages us as he shares 2 Corinthians 10:4-6. To see all of Brett's message go to: https://youtu.be/JlWHT2XSL48 To be part of your Bible reading or devotional plan... For adults, text "Paul" to 703-454-5990. For devotionals your family can do together, clic...

Common Sense Leadership (Linton Hall Sermon)

July 05, 2023 20:55 - 41 minutes - 33.1 MB

What is common sense leadership? How can you demonstrate it to your family and those around you? Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 8 today about that. 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 Genuine Love Changes People and Makes Disciples

July 05, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MB

In today's world, we see people thinking they can make a difference by sharing thoughts and debating people online. However, as Brett shares, it begins with love. Who was the last person you served or helped in your neighborhood or online community? To see all of Brett's message go to: https://youtu.be/JlWHT2XSL48 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 w...

An Independence Day Devotional

July 04, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MB

Special Guest, Ralph Kinney Bennett, shares an article he previously wrote about Independence Day to focus our thoughts on our freedom in Christ and thanksgiving. We'd love to hear from you! Let us know if you have any comments or questions in the comments section below. For more information on who we are, what we believe and when we meet, visit http://newlife.church.

Why Being Aligned on God's Word is Important

July 03, 2023 12:23 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

Godly leaders don't just involve others, they invite people into a team. So, what type of people you want on your team? Compatibility is one of the 4 Cs of Team Building and being aligned is very important to your team. Today, Brett talks about why it's important to be aligned, specifically on God's Word as Truth. To watch Part 1 of this devotional go to: https://youtu.be/Gs3EAKHSyB0 To watch Brett's message on Common Sense Leadership go to: https://youtu.be/xnxCIoOq53c Share your stories...

Watch Out for False Teachers (Chantilly Sermon)

July 02, 2023 20:02 - 33 minutes - 28 MB

There are a lot of truths out in the world today. Preston Conder breaks down what it looks like for people to identify who are false teachers and how you can follow the Truth. 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!

An Example of Standing Firm in Your Faith

June 30, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Chapters 1-6 of Daniel are extremely powerful as we see example after example of people standing firm in their faith. In Daniel 6 we see that Daniel, who was highly esteemed in the eyes of the King, was faced with a tough decision. He was either going to stand firm in his faith or turn his back on God. See what he does and may it encourage you to stand firm in your faith today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like...

Godly Leaders Make Disciples

June 29, 2023 11:41 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

In 2 Corinthians 8:16-18, Paul is collecting an offering so that he can give it to other believers and the mission that is happening in other areas, in particular with the work that Titus is doing. Titus was one of Paul's disciples that ended up planting a Church in Crete. Today, Brett talks the importance making disciples and why we should all be making disciples in our lives. Who is God putting on your heart today to invite them into ministry? To watch Brett's message on Common Sense Lead...

How to Have Daily Life Changing Encounters with Jesus

June 28, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.1 MB

When people in the Bible encountered Jesus, their lives were changed. Saul, Zacchaeus, the Disciples – they all had before I met Jesus, where I met Jesus, and after I met Jesus stories. They all had their own three chairs story. See how you have daily encounters with Jesus that leads to life change daily. 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...

What are Your Motives When Praying?

June 27, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MB

What’s the difference in praying to God and praying to yourself? In Luke 18:9-14 we see the difference the Pharisee and the Tax Collector in how they prayed. The Pharisees sees himself as righteous but Tax collector looks at himself as a sinner, in need of God’s mercy. Who do you pray like? How can you pray more like the tax collector 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 ...

A Biblical Perspective On Pride

June 26, 2023 11:38 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

June is Pride month. Is there a difference between appropriate pride and sinful pride? What is it? Today, Brett leads us through different Bible verses contrasting pride and humility. God hates pride because what pride does to us. See how and what we can do to humble ourselves 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 h...

Contending with Criticism Chantilly Sermon

June 25, 2023 19:43 - 43 minutes - 36.7 MB

How can you effectively handle criticism thrown your way? Brett talks about it today as we look at 2 Corinthians 10. Learn more about New Life at http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

With God, We All Get a Second Chance

June 23, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MB

Have you ever woken up from a bad dream that was so vivid that when you first wake up you aren't sure what's real and what's not? We all have and it's scary. But after a couple minutes, we begin to experience relief when we realize it was just a dream. Today, Sean shares how Christ can provide an even more amazing sense of relief when understand what Christ did for us. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know ...

Good Leaders Develop Others

June 22, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Who is your Titus? Paul invested in Titus and he encourages us to invest in others because good leaders develop others. Today, Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 8:16-18 about the how and why of developing others. To watch Brett full message go to: https://youtu.be/xnxCIoOq53c 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....

Rich Generosity (Linton Hall Sermon)

June 21, 2023 20:51 - 41 minutes - 32.5 MB

How can you live a life full of generosity? Find out as Preston Conder shares principles and examples of generosity. 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 Love Others As Christ Loves Us

June 21, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MB

We live in a world where fighting is normal, especially online. If you disagree with someone, it is more than normal to take that person to task and degrade that person and their argument. And, unfortunately, Christians fight no different than non-believers. Today, Tom walks us through loving others as Christ calls us in John 13:34-35 so that they will know we are His disciples. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would li...

How to Choose Your Team Wisely

June 20, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

What does it look like to form a team around you that will be effective? Today Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 8:16-17 about the 4 C's of Team Building. These principles are effective not just for work but for the home, as well. To watch Brett full message go to: https://youtu.be/xnxCIoOq53c 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 Difference Between Biblical Economic Beliefs and Socialism

June 19, 2023 11:41 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

As a follow up from his message on Sunday, Brett continues to look at 2 Corinthians 8. This passage is particularly helpful for us today as people continue to debate which financial systems are equal and right. Today, Brett breaks down the difference between Biblical economic beliefs and socialism. To watch Brett’s message on Rich Generosity go to: https://youtu.be/SyaihODSd_M Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would lik...

Common Sense Leadership (Chantilly Sermon)

June 18, 2023 17:18 - 40 minutes - 32.7 MB

What is common sense leadership? How can you demonstrate it to your family and those around you? Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 8:16-19 today about that. 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 Play Offense with Your Family

June 16, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MB

Teams not only practice defense, but they practice offense. In the same way, parents don't need just learn how to protect their family and play defense. But, they need to learn how to equip their families for what lies ahead. They need to practice offense. See what that looks like as Sean leads us in this devotional. To be part of your Bible reading or devotional plan... For adults, text "Paul" to 703-454-5990. For devotionals your family can do together, click this link: http://eepurl.c...

To Understand Grace We Have to Look to Jesus

June 15, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.65 MB

Jesus was the perfect example of what grace looked like. Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 8:9 and Philippians 2:6-7 on how Jesus went from the riches of God's kingdom and humbled himself to become like us. He became poor so that we could become rich and part of God's kingdom. See two applications for all of us in this devotional. To watch Brett full message go to: https://youtu.be/SyaihODSd_M Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. I...

How To Know Who To Share Jesus With

June 14, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MB

We are called to go and make disciples. But what does that look like? How do we know who to go and make disciples with? Today, Tom shares how we can know who we are called go and share the good news of Christ with as we look at Abraham in Genesis 12:1-2, Noah in Genesis 6:9 and James 4:8. Draw near to God and let Him reveal who you can share the Gospel with today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more...

How Greed Chokes Off Generosity

June 13, 2023 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.61 MB

Would you considering yourself generous or greedy? One of the problems with greed is that it isn't so noticeable like other sins that can impact our lives. Today Brett shares from 2 Corinthians 8:6,7, Luke 12:15 and 1 John 2:15-16 about how we can get distracted in our faith by greed. Be on guard about greed in your time and finances and be generous in both areas. To watch Brett full message go to: https://youtu.be/SyaihODSd_M Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this d...

The Power of Encouragement

June 12, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

Everybody needs encouragement. Everyone needs to hear about Jesus and be encouraged that there is hope today. Today, Brett walks us through Proverbs 12:25, 25:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Hebrews 3:13 and shares how encouragement is powerful. Whether you are young or old, encouragement is so necessary and can be life-changing. Who can you encourage today? To see Brett's message on the power of encouragement, go to https://youtu.be/m1nDlMhCb2Y Share your stories, prayer requests, or your resp...

What it Means to Be Generous (Chantilly Sermon)

June 11, 2023 18:49 - 44 minutes - 36.7 MB

How can you live a life full of generosity? Find out as Brett shares principles and examples of generosity. 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.

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