Next Level Church - Charlotte

For five weeks, we've been pulling back the curtain on the supernatural realm—exploring what the Bible reveals about angels, demons, spiritual warfare, and heaven's response to our prayers. But if all of that knowledge doesn't change the way you actually live, what's the point?

In this series finale of "Supernatural: Why What You Don't See Matters," Lead Pastor Clay Monkus answers the most important question: How does seeing the unseen reality transform your everyday life?

Through the magnificent vision of Colossians 1:15–20, you'll discover that Christ is not only the visible image of the invisible God—He's also the one through whom all things in heaven and on earth were created. He holds the entire cosmos together, seen and unseen. And when you begin to see life through the lens of His supernatural kingdom, everything changes.

Your prayers become more confident because you know heaven is listening and responding. Your hope deepens because you see that God's cosmic plan is unfolding even when circumstances seem chaotic. Your purpose becomes clearer because you realize you're part of a story far bigger than your own life. And your struggles take on new meaning when you understand the unseen forces at work—and the sovereign God who rules over them all.

This message isn't about becoming obsessed with the spiritual realm. It's about living fully awake to reality as God designed it—visible and invisible, earthly and heavenly, physical and spiritual. It's about walking through your days with eyes wide open, alert to God's presence, His purposes, and His supernatural kingdom breaking into your world.

If this series has expanded your understanding of Scripture and the unseen realm, this finale will show you how to live differently because of it. The goal has never been just to know more—it's to see clearly and live boldly in light of God's bigger story.

In this episode of The Cutting Room Floor, Clay Monkus and Christian Nichles talk through all the content that couldn’t fit into Sunday’s message, When Heaven Fights for You — part 4 of our Supernatural series.

We dive deeper into the armor of God from Ephesians 6 — not as a list of spiritual objects, but as something practical we can do.

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This is a deeper, more practical conversation about spiritual warfare, faith, and how to live steady when life feels like a battle. If you’ve ever felt like life is harder than it should be, or wondered what’s really happening when you pray — this one’s for you.

Have you ever wondered why certain struggles in your life feel disproportionately difficult? Why some battles seem to drag on far longer than they should? Why prayers that should have simple answers take months or even years to resolve? The answer might be more than circumstantial—it might be supernatural.

In week 4 of our series "Supernatural: Why What You Don't See Matters," Lead Pastor Clay Monkus pulls back the curtain on spiritual warfare and reveals a truth that changes everything: you're not fighting alone. When you pray, heaven responds. God's supernatural help is already at work on your behalf, even when you can't see it yet.

Through the lens of Ephesians 6:10–18 and Daniel 10:12–13, you'll see that spiritual warfare isn't just a metaphor—it's the unseen reality behind many of the battles you face. Daniel's story reveals that from the moment he began to pray, heaven was already fighting for him. But unseen spiritual forces delayed the answer for 21 days. The battle was real, but so was heaven's response.

This message will equip you with practical tools to stand firm in spiritual strength. You'll learn how to put on the full armor of God, recognize when you're in a spiritual battle, and trust God's supernatural help even when you can't see immediate results.

If you're tired of fighting in your own strength, this episode will give you hope and practical guidance. The unseen realm is active, the battle is real—but heaven is fighting for you.

In this episode, Clay and Christian unpack one of the most fascinating and misunderstood ideas in Scripture—the Divine Council. What is it? Who’s in it? And what does it reveal about God’s rule, evil, and our place in the story?

Drawing from Dr. Michael Heiser’s research in The Unseen Realm and Scripture itself, they explore how the Bible consistently shows God working through a heavenly family—spiritual beings who serve His purposes—and how rebellion in that realm still affects ours.

More importantly, they talk about what it means for us today: how Jesus reclaimed authority, why we don’t have to live afraid, and how understanding the unseen world actually deepens our trust in God’s goodness.

If you’ve ever had questions about angels, demons, or what’s really happening in the supernatural story of the Bible—this one’s for you.

The unseen realm isn't empty, and it's not neutral. It's filled with spiritual beings—some fiercely loyal to God, others in open rebellion against Him. And the cosmic conflict between them has been shaping human history from the beginning.

In week 3 of our series "Supernatural: Why What You Don't See Matters," Christian Nichles explores one of Scripture's most fascinating and misunderstood themes: God's divine council. Through Psalm 82:1–2, we see that God presides over spiritual beings and brings judgment when they fail in their assignments. And in Revelation 12:7–9, we witness a war in heaven where Michael and the angels defeat the dragon and his rebellious forces.

But this isn't ancient mythology or symbolic poetry—it's the biblical reality behind the spiritual battles we face today. Understanding who's loyal to God and who's working against Him isn't just interesting; it's essential for discerning truth, resisting deception, and aligning yourself with God's purposes.

This message will challenge the way you read Scripture and equip you to see the bigger story at work. You'll learn how to recognize the players in the unseen realm and why that awareness changes how you pray, how you fight, and how you live out your faith.

If you've ever wondered about the spiritual forces at work behind the scenes of your life, this episode will give you clarity and confidence to stand on the right side of the battle.

Demons dominate pop culture—from horror films to streaming series to late-night speculation. But somewhere between Hollywood's obsession and the Church's silence, we've lost sight of what's actually true. Are demons real? Should Christians be afraid of them? And what authority do we actually have in the spiritual realm?

In week 2 of our series "Supernatural: Why What You Don't See Matters," Lead Pastor Clay Monkus addresses these questions head-on with biblical clarity and pastoral wisdom. Through Luke 10:17–20 and Colossians 2:15, you'll see that while demonic forces are real, they've already been defeated at the cross. Their power isn't dominion—it's deception.

When Jesus disarmed the powers and authorities, He didn't just win a battle. He won the war. And He's given His followers authority to stand firm in His name, not cowering in fear or living in constant spiritual paranoia.

This message will help you navigate spiritual opposition with confidence and truth. You'll learn how to discern the enemy's tactics without being consumed by fear or fascination. Because the goal of the Christian life isn't to obsess over darkness—it's to walk in the light and victory that's already ours in Christ.

If you've ever wondered how to think biblically about demons, spiritual warfare, or your authority as a believer, this message is for you.

Week 2 of our #Supernatural series goes to the “cutting room floor.” Clay Monkus and Christian Nichles unpack what Scripture says about evil spirits vs. demons, why the New Testament shows a spike in demonic activity, and how influence (not jump scares) is the enemy’s favorite tactic. We talk Genesis 6, Nephilim, Jesus’ arrival as a true invasion, the difference between being demonized and pop-culture “possession,” and why the unseen realm often operates like a legal system—giving footholds when we agree with lies. Most importantly: followers of Jesus fight from victory, not for it. We get practical with prayer, fasting, setting spiritual boundaries at home, and using our God-given authority with calm confidence. If nights are anxious, start with the Nighttime Prayer for Peace and speak Jesus’ name out loud.

There's more to reality than what you can see, touch, or measure. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible assumes an unseen spiritual realm—a world filled with God's purposes, loyal spiritual beings, and very real opposition. But in our modern world, most of us live as if only the physical realm matters. We've lost sight of the bigger story.

In this opening message of our new series "Supernatural: Why What You Don't See Matters," Lead Pastor Clay Monkus pulls back the curtain on what Scripture actually teaches about angels and the supernatural world. You'll discover that God's heavenly family has been at work since before humanity was created—and now we're invited into His earthly family mission.

This isn't just abstract theology. The unseen realm actively shapes what happens in your life, your struggles, and your purpose. Ignoring it doesn't make it less real. But seeing it clearly? That changes everything about how you walk out your faith.

Whether you're skeptical, curious, or somewhere in between, this message will challenge the way you view your everyday battles and open your eyes to the cosmic story you're already part of.

In this episode, Clay Monkus and Christian Nichles dive deeper into the world behind the world—the unseen realm the Bible talks about but most of us never really explore. Building on Sunday’s message about angels, they unpack what Dr. Michael Heiser called “the divine council worldview”—a picture of God’s creation that’s bigger, stranger, and more alive than we often imagine.

Together, they explore what angels actually are—the different kinds of heavenly beings the Bible describes, what they do, and how there’s order and rank within God’s unseen family. It’s a fascinating, faith-stretching conversation that helps you see the supernatural world the way Scripture does—and why that changes how we live in this one.

"We are more than conquerors through Him who loved us."

Welcome to the final episode of "Why Do I Keep Doing This?" In this powerful conclusion, Pastor Christian Nichles brings us a message that will forever change how you see yourself and your struggles: Nothing can separate us from the love of God—and nothing can overpower the Spirit in us.

Through Colossians 1:15-20, we'll lift our eyes to see the cosmic reality of who Christ is—the visible image of the invisible God, the One through whom all things were created and in whom all things hold together. This isn't just theology; it's the foundation of your victory. If this Christ lives in you through His Spirit, then no cycle, no habit, no struggle is too powerful to overcome.

Over the past five weeks, we've journeyed from understanding sin's power to discovering the Spirit's greater power. Now we arrive at the triumphant truth: you are more than a conqueror. Not because of your strength, but because of whose you are and who lives in you.

This finale will anchor your soul in the unshakeable love of God and remind you that the Spirit within you is greater than anything working against you.

Thank you for joining us on this journey. May you walk forward in the freedom, power, and victory that are already yours in Christ.