First Assembly NLR Audio Podcast

Words are powerful. They can encourage, heal, or leave wounds that last for years. As a follower of Jesus, you must decide how your words will impact those around you.

In this message, you'll discover how your words reveal the condition of your heart and how God can help you speak words that honor Him and encourage others. When your words reflect your faith, people notice!

Everyone faces temptation. Whether you are young, old, single, married, wealthy or poor, Satan wants to trap you in sin. That's not a new struggle. The early Christians faced the same battle.

In this message, we continue learning from the book of James; we will learn key lessons about temptation and the way it can be defeated. We are praying for a breakthrough in your life!

Many people claim to follow Jesus. But this weekend, we will explore a more difficult question: Does your faith show up in the way you live? Real faith is more than words. It changes the way we serve, love, obey, and care for others. It's something people can see!

Have you ever said something you wish you could take back? Don't worry - you aren't alone.

In this message, we'll continue our series, Faith That Works, by looking at a challenging command from James that will transform your relationships, your family, and your faith.

Life has a way of testing your faith. It's easy to trust God when everything is going well. But what happens when life gets difficult?

This message starts our new series, Faith That Works. You'll discover how to find strength, hope, and joy—even when the pressure is on. If you're facing a challenge or walking through a difficult season, this message will encourage you.

In this message, Jason Frenn shares powerful stories of God working through us regardless of the resources we have, reminding us that our limitations are never a limit to what God can do. He also focuses on the importance of forgiveness, encouraging us to release the hurts we've been holding onto. A lack of forgiveness could be the very thing keeping you from what God has planned for you.

Most people pray for success - a better job, more opportunities, greater influence, or even financial blessing. But can success be dangerous?

In this message in the Lessons From the Early Church series, we'll discover how success can quietly pull your heart away from God. You will learn how to stay humble, grateful, and focused on what matters most.

Who is welcome in God's family? The answer seems obvious, but it's harder to live out than you may think.

In this message, we continue Lessons from the Early Church by looking at a moment that changed the Church forever. We'll discover what it means to see people the way God sees them. This message will challenge you to consider if you truly believe that Jesus is for everyone!

Have you ever wished for a second chance? Maybe it was a conversation you wish you could do over, a decision you regret, or a season of life you'd like to rewrite. Looking back, those moments are extremely painful!

In this message, we discover a powerful truth: God specializes in second chances. His grace is greater than your failure, and His plans aren't limited by your past. No matter what you've done, God has a second chance waiting for you!

This message, Pastor Rod will share valuable lessons for life, ministry, and relationships. Some were learned in times of victory, and others were learned in times of disappointment. We pray they will all provide meaningful perspective, wisdom, and encouragement. You'll be challenged to think and act differently!