New Work Fellowship Podcast

What do clown ministries, embarrassing Halloween costumes, and a record-breaking Harvest Fest have in common? More than you might think! This week on Beyond Sunday, Josh, Evan, Paxton, and Cliff share some hilarious stories from years past, celebrate an incredible night of community outreach, and reflect on how God can use even the simplest moments to make a lasting impact.

But how do we recognize opportunities to share our faith, especially when we don't know how someone will respond? Building on Sunday's message, the guys explore what it means to scatter the seeds of the Gospel and trust God with the growth. Through personal stories of unexpected encounters, missed opportunities, and the power of simple obedience, we're reminded that we may never fully see what God is doing through the seeds we plant today.

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For the church to be unhindered, it must be on mission.

The church on mission shares the gospel with everyone and trusts God with the response.

1. The seed must be scattered.

Matthew 13:3-9, Acts 1:8

2. The soil is not ours to judge.

Matthew 13:18-23

3. The growth is not ours to produce.

Matthew 13 and 1 Corinthians 3:6-7

4. The harvest is too important to ignore.

Matthew 13 and John 4:35

What do a chaotic kindergarten classroom, a stubborn show dog, and Josh's unexpected history in clown ministry have in common? This week on Beyond Sunday, Josh, Evan, April, and AB kick things off with a hilarious round of "You're Not Qualified" before turning their attention to Michael's message on serving. Is serving really about having the right skills, or could it be more about having a willing heart?

The conversation gets personal as the group explores what keeps us from serving, the blessings we might be missing, and how God can use our gifts in ways we never expected. Plus, hear how New Work is putting faith into action through local outreach, upcoming mission trips, and opportunities to get involved. Whether you've been serving for years or haven't quite found your place, this episode might challenge you to take your next step.

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Called to Serve - John 13:1-15, I Corinthians 12:4-7

Serve - is the humble willingness to be inconvenienced for someone else’s benefit.

Point 1: NO ONE IS ABOVE SERVING (John 13:1-5)

Point 2: NO ONE IS BENEATH BEING SERVED (John 13:6-15)

Point 3: WE ARE ALL CALLED AND GIFTED TO SERVE (I Corinthians 12:4-7)

Closing Questions:

What does it really take to grow in your faith? This week on Beyond Sunday, Evan, Josh, Paxton, and Steve dive deeper into Sunday's message on discipleship, exploring why following Jesus is about more than gaining knowledge. From the importance of meaningful relationships to the people and circumstances God uses to shape us, the conversation challenges us to consider whether we're simply learning more about Jesus or actually becoming more like Him.

But first, things get a little out of hand with a game called The Missing Tool, where everyday disasters, questionable solutions, and a few unforgettable baptistry stories bring plenty of laughs. Plus, hear about some exciting things happening at New Work, including Harvest Fest, upcoming mission trips, and a special Night of Worship you won't want to miss!

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Unhindered: The Church Alive

1. The Goal

2. The How

Tools of Discipleship

3. The Process

Grace is not opposed to effort; it is opposed to earning. – Dallas Willard

Josh is back! This week on Beyond Sunday, the crew celebrates his return, debates the finer points of fall food and drinks, and jumps into New Work’s new series, Unhindered: The Church Alive. Michael recaps Sunday’s conversation about biblical fellowship and worship, including what it might look like to worship God not only for what He has already done, but with faith for what He will do.

Then the conversation turns to the four friends who carried a paralyzed man to Jesus and the kind of “whatever it takes” faith that refuses to let obstacles have the final word. Can someone else’s faith actually affect your life? Is faith transferable, or is it transformative? The team explores how our faith can help bring others to Jesus, why being surrounded by faithful people matters, and how serving and living on mission can change the way we see God, ourselves, and the people around us.

Unhindered, The Church Alive, The Church on Mission

Mark 2:1-12 – A Biblical Example of Fellowship and Worship

Point 1: Biblical Fellowship happens when a group of people decide to do two things, we

Biblical Fellowship is rooted in a love for Jesus and His Word.

Biblical Fellowship says “whatever it takes” and lives like it.

We carry the mat with Prayer and Presence

Point 2: Biblical Worship is recognizing and responding to who God is both backwards and

When we look back and Worship that’s – Gratitude

When we look forward and Worship that’s - Faith

What if the power God has given you was never meant to stay hidden? This week, Michael, Paxton, Tate, and the crew have some fun imagining the responsibilities that would come with superhero powers before turning to a much bigger question: What are we doing with the power of the Holy Spirit already living within us?

The conversation digs into spiritual gifts, available obedience, and the things that often keep us from stepping into what God has called us to do. From feeling unqualified to simply being too busy, they challenge us to stop waiting for the perfect moment and recognize the opportunities God may already be placing in front of us every day.

Wind and Fire

The Holy Spirit gives power

That power has a purpose

People are the purpose

Don’t let it stop at potential

We have the power. We know the purpose. We see the people. Will we participate? Or