New Work Fellowship Podcast

In this episode of Beyond Sunday, the pastors discuss the "Arrows" series, focusing on how to build solid and faith-centered lives for children. Evan, the Middle School Pastor, breaks down Sunday's sermon on the four components of an arrow: relationships (nock), character (fletching), faith (shaft), and purpose (arrowhead). The discussion explores how parents and non-parents can foster children's growth in these areas.

They emphasize the role of mentors, teachers, and church members in helping children develop their personal faith, serve the kingdom, and discover their true purpose. 

Key points:

• Building relationships and character in children

Arrows - "Arrows Are Built, not Born" (Psalm 127:4)

Remember from last week arrows are children and warriors are parents.  All of us have arrows to impact whether by birth or by proximity.  Even if that's not true for you, you are an arrow! It's never too late to be shaped into who God meant for you to be!

In this episode of the Beyond Sunday podcast, Josh Hensley, the Worship Pastor at New Work Fellowship, hosts a conversation with fellow pastors Michael Shearon, Cliff Hines, and Steve Buttram. The group reflects on the recent Sunday sermon and looks ahead to upcoming topics. 

The primary focus is on parenting and the challenges of raising children. Michael Shearon revisits his sermon about the responsibilities of "warrior parents," emphasizing the need to shape, sharpen, and prepare children for the world. The group also delves into personal experiences with their children, highlighting the importance of viewing the battle as "for" children, not "against" them.

Looking ahead, the episode teases an upcoming sermon by Evan Ryan, which will focus on the components of the "arrow" (children) and how they relate to parenting. Overall, the podcast offers listeners extended insights into Sunday sermons, family life, and parenting challenges within a faith-based framework​.

Arrows - "The Responsibilities of a Warrior Parent" (Psalm 127:3-5)

In this passage, the role of parenting is described as a warrior. Why? Because we are in a war as parents for the souls of our children. Why are arrows the weapon? Arrows extend the reach of the warrior; every other weapon required you to be close.  Your children are going to carry on your reach and your impact after you are gone. Your kids have the ability to go where you cannot go and do what you cannot do.

This episode of the New Work Fellowship podcast dives deeper into the church's current sermon series on "Arrows" from Psalm 127:4. The pastors discuss how to discern God's calling on one's life, sharing personal stories of how others recognized their potential before they did. They explore the biblical account of Elisha and King Jehoash, emphasizing the importance of being "all in" when following God's leading and leaving a lasting legacy that points people to Him.

The upcoming sermon will focus on the responsibilities of "warrior parents" in training up their children like arrows to be launched for God's purposes. 

Arrows - "The Power of Potential" (2 Kings 13:14-20)

Parenting is a privilege. We all fall short. We all fail. But wherever we are on that journey, the opportunity of right now is the only moment we have. The past is past, and the future is not promised. Be all in, not half-hearted.  You never will know your potential if you do not give your all.  What you do and what you do not do has a profound influence on those around you. Get in the game. Who are you serving? Are you really giving it your all? What you do right now has far reaching repercussions! Everyone has a place in shaping the generation to come.

Make a Difference (Esther)

As we celebrated Friend Day, Eva Self shared a message about the importance of making a difference where you are.

Be That Friend (Mark 2:1-12)

This is the story of the four friends who "brought a friend to Jesus." They wanted their friend to be healed; who wouldn't? But their friend found something so much better because they made the effort to extend the invitation. The best way to make an invitation is to make plans to bring them. If not, meet them in the parking lot. And certainly plan to leave with them and take them to lunch! Who could tell you no? Invite your friends to Jesus.

Not of This World: Daniel - "The End Is Sure" (Daniel 11-12)

The conclusion of the book of Daniel is clear, even though there is much that is not clear. The end is sure! God is in control to the end. Our part is not to figure it out or bring it about - Our part is to trust the One who will!

Not of This World: Daniel - "Here Comes Jesus" (Daniel 10)

Daniel has had amazing visions up to this point. Bizarre experiences! But nothing has prepared the reader for what is about to happen. Daniel struggles with the meaning throughout these last chapters, and so will we. What seems strange is overwhelming; but what is clear is even more overwhelming!