The New Life Community Church Podcast

Jesus, known for his love of dining with people, often turned these meals into opportunities for deeper connections and teaching moments. One such instance occurred during a dinner with Pharisee Simon, where we are reminded that there are only two types of people - forgiven and unforgiven.  If you have experienced forgiveness you will be filled with gratitude and love.  If you haven't, it's not too late to call on the name of the Lord.

Even Jesus' friends, who were deeply connected to Him, can sometimes miss what is most important in life. Martha was one of Jesus' closest friends, known for her hospitality, generosity, and her commitment to serving others. However, in the midst of her busy preparations, she became caught up in her own agenda and responsibilities, ultimately missing the best and most essential thing that was right in front of her. Let us be mindful and not to get distracted by our own ambitions and tasks, but instead focus on what truly matters.

Like Zacchaeus, we all can struggle with feeling small, insignificant, and overlooked in our daily lives. However, Jesus desires to set us free from these feelings of inadequacy. We must be open to embracing his invitation to dine and be willing to follow him into the abundant life He has lovingly planned for each of us.

When faced with less than ideal options, voting gives us the power to pick the best available. As Christians, how can we develop a set of principles that will guide our voting and political decisions when neither candidate fully embodies our values?  Jesus calls us the salt of the earth.  Perhaps we should consider the opportunity we have to preserve society, slow its decay, and lessen evil.

While we will not agree on every single political talking point, we must not allow politics to create division among us as Christians. Jesus’ prayer and His deep desire for His church is oneness and unity, encouraging us to come together despite our differences. Are you willing to follow Jesus even when doing so creates space between you and your party’s platform and candidate?

How do I become the parent God wants me to be and the parent my kids need me to be?  Parenting is a journey filled with both joys and challenges. One of the significant challenges is guiding children in their faith and character development.  Explore five truths that are essential for Christian parenting.