NewGrace Podcast

What does it mean to be anointed by God? In this message, we explore the biblical meaning of anointing through the story of Saul in 1 Samuel 10 and Paul's declaration in 2 Corinthians 1:21 that God “has anointed us.” From the Old Testament to the New Testament, we see that God's anointing sets people apart for His purposes and is fulfilled through the work of the Holy Spirit.

Saul's anointing reveals that God's anointing is purposeful and prophetical. God anointed Saul for a specific assignment, and the Spirit of God came powerfully upon him, transforming his heart and marking him as someone set apart by God.

But God's anointing also makes a difference in our lives. It distinguishes us, dedicates us, and makes us different as we walk in the purpose God has given us. This message challenges us to recognize what God has placed on our lives and to understand that there is an attack against the anointing God has given us. The question is not simply whether God has called us, but whether we will faithfully walk in what He has anointed us to do.

Are you being discipled? In this message, we look at Jesus calling Peter, Andrew, James, and John in Matthew 4 and discover three essential facets of discipleship: Decision, Development, and Duplication.

Discipleship begins with a decision to answer Jesus' invitation to “Follow me.” But following Jesus doesn't stop with a decision—it is a lifelong process of being developed, built up, and established in the faith. The people we surround ourselves with matter, and healthy relationships with other believers should challenge us to become closer, stronger, and more faithful followers of Christ.

But discipleship doesn't end with our own growth. Jesus called His disciples to become “fishers of men,” showing us that what God is doing in us is meant to be duplicated in someone else. As Paul said, “Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ.” Biblical discipleship is ultimately about living in such a way that we can say to someone else, “Follow me while I follow Jesus.”

The question is simple but deeply important: Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Are you being developed by other believers? And who are you currently helping become a disciple of Christ?

In the final message of the It's Time to Come Home series, we discover that the story of the prodigal son has always been about more than one lost son—it reveals the heart of the Father and the joy of heaven over every person who comes home. Jesus told this parable in response to the Pharisees' criticism of Him welcoming sinners, revealing that while religion often resists grace, the Father always celebrates repentance.

This message explores the Father's response to restoration and the invitation for every believer to join the celebration. Heaven rejoices when the lost are found, the Father throws the party, the restored son celebrates his new beginning, and the family is called to rejoice together. But Jesus also exposes the danger of a judgmental heart through the older brother, who refused to celebrate what the Father was celebrating. His response mirrored the Pharisees, reminding us that legalism can rob us of the joy of God's grace.

As followers of Christ, we're called to reflect the Father's heart, not the older brother's attitude. Every salvation, every restored life, and every prodigal who returns is a reason to celebrate. When someone comes home to God, it's not just good news—it's party time.

In week two of It's Time to Come Home, we shift our focus from the prodigal son to the heart of the Father. While the son returned home believing he deserved to be treated as a servant, the father responded with compassion, restoration, and celebration. Jesus paints a beautiful picture of our Heavenly Father's heart—a Father who never stopped looking, never stopped loving, and never stopped calling His children home.

Through the father's embrace, the robe, the ring, the sandals, and the feast, we're reminded that repentance doesn't lead to rejection—it leads to restoration. God doesn't reluctantly receive us back; He runs to meet us, covers our shame, restores our identity, and reminds us that we still belong to Him. His grace is greater than our failures, and His love is stronger than our shame.

If you've ever wondered whether you've gone too far or failed too greatly, this message offers hope: your Heavenly Father is still watching, still waiting, and still ready to welcome you home. You're not a servant trying to earn your place back—you are, and always will be, His child. You're Still Family.

In the first message of the It's Time to Come Home series, we revisit one of Jesus' most well-known parables—the story of the prodigal son—and discover that no matter how far we've wandered, God is always ready to welcome us home. Through the younger son's journey from rebellion and brokenness to repentance and restoration, we're reminded that sin may take us far from where we belong, but it can never erase what God has placed within us.

This message explores the turning point in the prodigal's life: the moment he "came to his senses." The truth his father had planted deep in his heart eventually awakened him, leading him to realize that life apart from his father could never satisfy. Like the prodigal, many of us have experienced seasons of distance, shame, or rebellion, but God's invitation remains the same: Get up. Go home.

Where you lost your way is where God is ready to meet you with grace. If you've been carrying guilt, living far from God, or wondering if you still belong, this message is a reminder that your Heavenly Father hasn't given up on you. It's time to come home.

In The Struggle Is Real, we dive into Galatians 5:16–25 and confront the daily battle every Christian faces between the desires of the flesh and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While the conflict is real, Paul reminds us that we don't have to be controlled by our old nature. Through Christ, we've been given the Holy Spirit, who empowers us to live differently and walk in victory.

This message explores the two sides of that spiritual conflict: the destructive works of the flesh and the life-giving fruit of the Spirit. As believers, our lives will always reveal which direction we're walking. Rather than living for ourselves, we're called to cultivate lives marked by love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control as evidence of God's transforming work within us.

The challenge is clear: crucify the flesh, keep in step with the Spirit, and stop settling for excuses that keep you from growing closer to Christ. Victory isn't found by trying harder—it's found by walking daily with the One who has already won the battle.

In this message from Luke 6:37–38, we discover a powerful Kingdom principle: you can't outgive God. Jesus teaches that the measure we use to give—whether through generosity, forgiveness, mercy, or compassion—is the measure that will be returned to us. Giving isn't simply about finances; it's a lifestyle of releasing what God has entrusted to us so He can use it to bless others and accomplish His purposes.

This message explores three stages of becoming a generous follower of Christ: Openness, Obedience, and Overflow. True generosity begins with surrendering every area of our lives to God, continues as we faithfully obey His prompting to give, and grows into a life marked by joyful, overflowing generosity. Whether it's our time, talents, resources, encouragement, or finances, God invites us to become conduits of His blessing rather than containers that simply accumulate.

As we trust God and release what He has placed in our hands, He faithfully provides in ways we could never imagine. The challenge is simple but life-changing: when God gives back to you, give it again. You'll discover that a life of generosity not only changes the lives of others—it transforms your own heart and reveals the faithfulness of a God who can never be outgiven.

In this message from Philippians 3, we're challenged to take an honest look at the person staring back at us in the mirror. Like the Apostle Paul, many of us know the frustration of falling short of the people we want to be. Yet Paul's life proves that it's possible to move from "I'm missing it" to "I have finished the race" by becoming intentional in the way we follow Christ.

Through Paul's words, we discover three areas that shape spiritual growth: being intentional in our focus, our formation, and our function. We learn to leave the past behind and fix our eyes on Jesus, allow God to form Christlike character within us instead of settling for outward appearances, and faithfully use our lives to impact others for His Kingdom. Spiritual maturity isn't about perfection—it's about continually pressing toward the One who first took hold of us.

This message is an invitation to ask God to reveal who we really are, reshape us into who He has called us to be, and empower us to live lives that make an eternal difference. The greatest testimony isn't what God did through you years ago—it's what He's doing through you today.

In Walk This Way, we explore one of the clearest pictures of the Gospel found in Ephesians 2:1–10. Paul reminds us that we all begin in the same place—dead in our sin, unable to save ourselves or earn God's favor. But because of His rich mercy and great love, God stepped into our hopelessness and made us alive with Christ. Salvation is entirely a gift of grace, received through faith.

This message unpacks three life-changing truths for every believer: We are Saved by Grace through Faith, Seated by Grace through Faith, and Shaped by Grace through Faith. Through Christ, we are not only forgiven but given a new identity, a new position, and a new purpose. We are raised with Him, seated with Him in victory, and formed into His workmanship to live lives that reflect His glory.

The Gospel doesn't simply rescue us from our old life—it transforms the way we walk every day. Grace changes our identity, empowers our obedience, and sends us into the world as ambassadors of Christ. If you've ever wondered what it truly means to live the Christian life, this message is an invitation to stop striving, receive God's grace, and walk in the new life He has prepared for you.

Storms are inevitable—but they don't have to sink your faith. In this message from Acts 27, we follow Paul's journey through one of the most violent storms of his life and discover how to remain steady when everything around us is falling apart. Even after warning the crew of the coming danger, Paul found himself in the middle of the storm with everyone else. Yet instead of giving in to fear, he chose to trust the Captain.

This message offers three powerful declarations for every believer facing life's unexpected crashes: I'm Safe with the Captain. I'm Staying the Course. I'm Surviving this Crash. As Paul endured the storm, the shipwreck, and the uncertainty that followed, God proved that while He didn't promise to save the ship, He did promise to save the people on it. Sometimes what feels like the end is actually God's way of bringing us into His purpose.

If you're walking through loss, uncertainty, or a season that feels out of control, this message will remind you that God is still in command. The storm may wreck your plans, but it cannot wreck God's promises. Stay anchored, trust the Captain, and believe that even your crash can become a calling.