In this message, we’re reminded that Jesus isn’t looking for polished, put-together professionals—He’s looking for children. Through stories from Matthew 6, Matthew 19, Hebrews 11, and the life of Jonah, we’re called back to a simple, childlike trust in our Heavenly Father. Whether you’re overthinking your future, worried about provision, or unsure if you’re qualified, this message calls you to release fear and return to wonder. The Kingdom of God belongs to those who believe like a child.

What does it mean to have childlike faith? In this message, we’re reminded that greatness in the Kingdom isn’t about having it all figured out—it’s about trusting God with humility and wonder. Through stories of Abraham, Jonah, and personal moments of faith, we’re invited to ask questions, surrender control, and say yes to God’s leading, even when the path is unclear. 

What do you say when you're under pressure—when you're tempted, hurt, or afraid? In spiritual warfare, words are not just sounds—they are weapons. In this powerful message, discover how to fight with the truth of God's Word just like Jesus did in the wilderness. 📖 Text: Matthew 3:16–17; 4:1–11 (NLT) 🔑 Key Points: The enemy attacks what God has already affirmed Victory is in your vocabulary—declare what is written When you speak the Word, the enemy leaves and heaven steps in Don’t fight with your feelings—fight with faith. Don’t speak fear—speak War Words. 🎯 Be affirmed by the Father 🛡️ Be armed with the Word 👑 Be assisted by Heaven Declare the truth. Defeat the lie. Win the war. 📍For more messages and resources: newlifecovenant.org

Why do bad things happen—even when you’re doing everything right? In this timely message, discover how trials, storms, and even past mistakes can still be used for God’s glory. From Daniel in the lion’s den, to Paul’s shipwreck and snake bite, to Rahab’s redemption—God takes what the enemy meant for harm and turns it for your good and His glory. 📖 Key Scriptures: Romans 8:28, James 1:2–8 🔑 Key Points: When standing for God brings opposition (Daniel 6) When storms come even in obedience (Acts 28) When your past doesn't disqualify your purpose (Joshua 2, 6) Whether you're in the fire, facing judgment, or carrying past regret—God is faithful. Your pain is not pointless. He is working all things together for your good and His glory. 🙌 Stay faithful. 🔥 Shake it off. 📖 Step into purpose. 📍For more sermons and resources: newlifecovenant.org

The Kingdom of God is central to Jesus' teachings, emphasizing seeking God's way over our own. It's not a physical place but a heart condition, characterized by righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. The kingdom expands within us when we believe in God's identity and our identity in Him, leading to a life of faith and obedience. Cultivating the kingdom involves aligning our thoughts with God's truth and seeing others through His eyes.

True joy, distinct from temporary happiness, emerges from a deep understanding of our identity as God's adopted children and our relationship with Jesus Christ. While happiness depends on external circumstances, biblical joy remains constant even during life's challenges, flowing from the knowledge of God's perfect love and acceptance. Maintaining joy requires intentional choices, including surrendering our emotions to God's lordship, staying connected to Christian community, and focusing on God's truth rather than circumstances. The church plays a vital role in sustaining joy through mutual encouragement, accountability, and practical support during difficult seasons. Common obstacles to joy include unforgiveness, anxiety, attempting to control outcomes, and isolation from community. Practical steps toward cultivating lasting joy involve daily reflection on our identity in Christ, meaningful engagement with Christian community, releasing control to trust God's plans, and practicing gratitude regardless of circumstances. By addressing these areas and staying rooted in biblical truth, we can experience the deep, lasting joy that characterizes authentic Christian living.

Breaking Free from Shame: Embracing Your New Identity in Christ explores the powerful truth that believers aren't just with God - they're hidden in Him. This life-changing message reveals how being hidden in Christ transforms our perspective on life's challenges and frees us from the burden of shame. Learn the difference between godly conviction and destructive shame, and discover why shame has no place in a believer's life. Understand how shame manifests through avoidance behaviors, fear of vulnerability, difficulty trusting others, and an overly critical spirit toward others. Explore the biblical foundation of your new identity in Christ through powerful passages from Romans 8:1, Ephesians 2, and Isaiah 61. Discover practical steps to live free from shame by immersing yourself in God's Word, strengthening your prayer life, drawing close to God, and focusing on what He's done rather than your failures. This message provides biblical strategies for identifying areas where shame has been holding you back and practical applications for declaring your true identity in Christ. Whether you're struggling with past mistakes, current challenges, or fear of judgment, this teaching offers hope and freedom through the transformative power of the gospel. Christian identity, freedom from shame, spiritual growth, overcoming past mistakes, biblical teaching, Holy Spirit, new creation, grace, forgiveness, spiritual transformation.

Jesus teaches us that the kingdom of God is not an external reality we observe, but an internal transformation that happens within our hearts. In Matthew 6, He instructs us to seek first this kingdom rather than worrying about material needs. The revolutionary truth is that God's primary interest isn't in building physical temples or establishing earthly influence—it's in reigning in our surrendered hearts.This kingdom is characterized by righteousness (right relationships with God and others), peace (harmony with God's purposes), and joy (the delight of the Holy Spirit's presence). Ironically, many find it easier to build external structures than to fully surrender their hearts, emotions, and desires to God. Maintaining a kingdom mindset means staying grateful for our undeserved salvation and extending that same grace to others. The story of Onesimus in Paul's letter to Philemon beautifully illustrates these kingdom principles—we were once slaves to sin, but Christ has transformed us into beloved family members. When life's pressures squeeze us, what comes out reveals what's truly inside. The invitation is to surrender completely, allowing God to use everything, even difficulties, to purify our hearts and transform us from the inside out.

Choosing joy daily is a biblical command that transforms our lives, even in difficult seasons. When we understand that joy is already within us as believers, we can access it through faith-filled requests to God. By speaking life to ourselves, responding to anxiety with prayer, trusting God's guidance, and remembering His faithfulness, we partner with heaven instead of fear. This choice to live joyfully creates a path of grace, grit, and gratitude that impacts not only our lives but also those around us.

True joy, distinct from mere happiness, is a fundamental aspect of Christian faith that comes through genuine encounters with God. It persists even in difficult times through complete surrender to God's will and maintaining confidence in His control. While Western Christianity often focuses on describing God, global Christianity emphasizes experiencing His presence, leading to authentic joy. This divine joy becomes contagious, serving as a powerful testimony in a troubled world and flowing from an intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit.