New Day Church NE Tacoma: Recent Episodes
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New Day is a church that meets Sunday mornings at Meeker Middle School in NE Tacoma, Washington. We are a community working together to know what it means to follow Christ in the 21st Century.
Jeff "J.D." Peabody shares with students about his own struggles with anxiety and how the armor of God gained new meaning for him as he wrestled with his OCD.
The final message at the final worship service of New Day Church. Thank you to our precious, beautiful congregation for an incredible 22 years. May God take what he began and multiply it as we move out into the world.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
As New Day moves from being a gathered church to a scattered one, how will we go about finding new fellowship? This sermon explores what Paul says in Romans 12 and how it applies to our situation.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
With New Day winding down, can we really call this next phase of our church life a mission? Or is that just a nice way to spin things? This week's message looks at why this "New Dayaspora" has all the ingredients to serve the gospel.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
As New Day enters its final month of meeting at Dumas Bay Centre, this message looks at what it means to move from being a gathered church to a scattered church. What will you take with you?
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Karin Peabody shares her personal reflections on the joy of the shepherds and the presence of God in this season at New Day.
This week, we look at the angel's visit to Joseph as he struggled with his fears in the wake of learning Mary was expecting.
This week we look at the message the angel Gabriel brought to Mary and reflect on what it means to be highly favored by God.
This week we start a new series looking at the four angel visits in the Christmas story and how their messages still resonate today.
This Thanksgiving, we reflect on what the prophet Elijah has to teach us about gratitude.
This week, Drew Clark takes us to the letters to seven churches found in the book of Revelation. There we find universal hope and challenge that still speak to our church setting today.
This week we hear from Andy and Nikki Gray, longtime friends of New Day and missionaries in Niger. They share what they have been learning during a time of transition in their own ministry. You won't want to miss the powerful insights they have discovered that speak directly to our current experiences as a church.
In this bonus episode of our series on The Lord's Prayer, we unpack the "doxology" found at the end of the prayer in older translations.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
This message wraps up our series on The Lord's Prayer as we look at the Lord's deliverance from trials and temptations.
When God invites us to minister to each other as a church, we can chart our own course to minister if, where and how we prefer… or we can fully embrace all the good works He has already planned out for each of us.
In our continuing study of The Lord's Prayer, this week we examine the portion on forgiveness. What is the connection between our receiving forgiveness from the Lord and sharing forgiveness with others?
This is the first message in our series on The Lord's Prayer. This week's sermon looks at the difference it makes to be able to call God "Our Father."
As we continue our study of the Lord's Prayer, this week's message looks at what it means for us to pray "Give us today our daily bread" when most of us aren't worried about where our next meal is coming from.
In the third part of our study of the Lord's Prayer, we unpack the meaning of the phrase, "Your kingdom come, your will be done."
In the second installment from our study of The Lord's Prayer, we consider the often overlooked phrase, "hallowed by your name" and what part it plays in our communication with God.
In this week's message, Jeff speaks to future changes coming for New Day and testifies to how God has already been at work in the process.
In our third installment of this series, we discuss the internal disconnects that impact our relationships with others. Therapist Bill Bedell brings his insights to the conversation.
This week in our series on division we look at the motive behind reconciliation and why Christians are called to this impossible work.
How can we navigate this next political season in a way that reflects more of Christ? This week's message looks at a story from Mark 10 through the lens of politics for how Jesus might respond to current divisions.
When we think about sharing our faith, it can feel intimidating, awkward or uncomfortable. This week's message looks at a story from John 1 that helps us get back to the good news of sharing the good news.
In today's serrmon we consider how our mundane every day moments are made meaningful when God is in the picture.
A personal reflection on the Parable of the Pearl of Great Price (Mt. 13:45-46) and the experience of searching for an authentic relationship with God.
For Christians long ago, what did it mean to go all in on Jesus? A reflection on the monastic orders that emerged from Italy around 1200 AD.
Speaker: Drew Clark
In today's sermon, Pastor Chuck Judd talks about how God gives us hope in the midst of fear, anxiety and worry.
In the final installment of our series from the book of Ruth, we look at Naomi's story and her journey from bitterness to joy. When life has beaten us down, how do we begin to receive God's kindness?
What does it mean when we call God our Redeemer? Seeing Boaz in action in Ruth 4 gives us a small glimpse of what Jesus has done for us, and the joy he takes in our rescue.
As the story of Ruth unfolds this week, we take a look at the vulnerability she demonstrated and how that willingness to risk connection makes all the difference in our relationship with God.
This week in our study of Ruth, we take a different approach to the concept of gleaning and the idea of sharing what we've been given.
What do we do when we can't let go of bitterness? As we continue our study of the book of Ruth, we look at the story of Naomi and consider the hope that the gospel gives us for moving past resentment and anger.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
In our continuing study of the book of Ruth, this week's message explores the concept of moving from being a foreigner to a member of God's family, and what it means to experience his favor.
Speaker: Arianna Gomez De La Mora
The powerful story of the women included in the genealogy of Jesus. Speaker: Claire Clark
In our second installment of our study of Ruth, we look at Ruth's profound expression of commitment to Naomi and how it parallels Christ's promise to never leave us.
In our second installment of our study of Ruth, we look at Ruth's profound expression of commitment to Naomi and how it parallels Christ's promise to never leave us.
We are beginning a new study this week on the book of Ruth. The story looks at God's kindness in the midst of crisis and loss. Pictures of Christ are everywhere to be found in this short but powerful book.
We are beginning a new study this week on the book of Ruth. The story looks at God's kindness in the midst of crisis and loss. Pictures of Christ are everywhere to be found in this short but powerful book.
This morning we return for a bonus episode in our series from the book of Mark. Using "The Little Apocalypse" of Mark 13 as our text, we explore why it matters to us today to know that Jesus could return at any time.
Therapist Bill Bedell joins the conversation as we wrap up our study of the Gospel of Mark with a look at the inward and outward working of the gospel.
What do we do when Jesus is hard to see? In this week's Easter message, we look at the story in Luke where Jesus appears to two disciples grappling with his death and rumors of resurrection.
This week we look at Mark's account of Palm Sunday and what even a donkey can tell us about Jesus.
How do you know if you have enough faith? What if you're sure you don't? This week we look at the story of Jesus interacting with a father who is desperate for a miracle but also wrestling with doubt.
This week we look at the pivotal moment in the book of Mark where Peter recognizes that Jesus is the Christ. What does it mean for us today to declare the same thing?
In our continuing study of Mark, we look at Jesus' interaction with the Syrophoenecian woman and consider what to do when the Jesus we find in Scripture says something we find difficult.
The feeding of the five thousand is more than a miracle story. It highlights the importance of rest and the ways in which Jesus provides it for us, even when circumstances are not restful.
Is it possible to feel like we know Jesus and misread him entirely? This week we look at Jesus' visit to his hometown in Mark 6 and consider how his closest community was blind to his true nature.
As we continue our study in the book of Mark, this message looks at the great hope we have for our fiercest battles, as seen in Jesus’ mercy for a man experiencing unbearable suffering.
As his last words on the cross Jesus “committed his spirit” to the Father. What does it mean to give something to God when we are already losing it?
How does God speak to us through the storms of life? This week, we continue our study of the book of Mark with a look at Mark 4:35-41 when Jesus calms the storm.
Speaker: Dave Wittenberg
Jesus claimed to be the light of the world. So what do we make of all the darkness that still exists out there? This week we look at the parable of the lamp on the stand in the fourth chapter of Mark.
In this week's message, we look at the parable of the sower in Mark 4. It is sometimes referred to as the parable of the four soils. But there is much more to it than dirt that can lead us to a greater wonder of God and how his kingdom operates.
As we begin the New Year, this week’s message examines Jesus’ thoughts on division in Mark 3 and what they mean for his church in these contentious times.
In our study of the book of Mark, we look at the surprisingly good news we can find in the analogies Jesus used about cloth and wineskins.
Two miracles in one day in Mark chapter 5 remind us that reaching out is enough, that following is enough, and that God’s word has power over death.
This week we continue our study in the book of Mark with a look at the calling of Levi in Mark 2:13-17. What does it look like for Jesus to release us from our boxes of shame and self-rigtheousness?
Gratitude can become a heavy "should" that we find difficult to generate. This week's message looks at the unburdening fact that Jesus offered thanks and how that changes the whole concept of gratitude for us.
What does it mean for us when the Lord becomes indignant? Could it be a positive? In our continuing study in the book of Mark, we revisit Jesus' healing of the leper in chapter 1.
In this week's message Meg Henderson teaches about how our life stories might interfere with our capacity to live out of being loved by God, and a corresponding invitation in the book of Mark.
In this week's sermon we discover how Jesus is at work in the small, simple parts of our lives--he cares about our deepest needs and worries.
What comes to mind when you think of authority? Most people have mixed reactions to the word, given all the ways it has been abused. Yet the absence of authority brings its own problems. In our continuing study of the book of Mark, we look at the nature of Jesus' authority and the difference it makes in our lives when we're able to trust it.
In this week's sermon, we're joined by counselor Bill Bedell to discuss God's presence in our pain.
In this week's sermon, we look at Jesus beginning his ministry and calling his first disciples.
In this week's exploration of the book of Mark, we look at the baptism of Jesus where we see the Trinity on full display.
Today in our study of the gospel of Mark we look at the journey of John the Baptist and his mission to spread the word about the coming Messiah.
This week as we journey through the book of Mark, we explore lessons Jesus preached in Capernaum.
In our new series in the book of Mark, we explore how Jesus is as present in our lives no matter when we're going through.
Happy 20th Birthday to New Day! Today we celebrate all that God has done at New Day in the past two decades.
To celebrate New Day's 20th anniversary, we'll be preaching some throw-back sermons. In today's message, originally given in 2009, we'll discuss what it means to trust in God to complete His work in us.
As part of our ongoing series on New Day's core values, this message looks at what it means for the church to lead the way in love and reconciliation.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
This week we look at the life of SØren Kierkegaard, the Socrates of Danish Christianity and his life projects of philosophy, theology, and Christianity.
In this week's segment of our examination of New Day's Core Values we focus on the concept of every Christian being a minister. In our contemporary life, what does it mean for each one of us to be a priest in God's kingdom?
In our continuing series on New Day's core values, this week we look at what it means to say that the church is a mission outpost. How does it alter our approach to church life if we see church in this different light?
This week we explore the value, "Truth must be well told." What does that look like in a culture where truth claims are viewed with suspicion? And what does it mean to tell the truth well?
Continuing our exploration of New Day's core values, this message is a conversation with long-time worship leader, Derek Henderson, about value number one: Worship is Central:
Speakers: Jeff Peabody & Derek Henderson
After having unpacked our mission statement, "Live out of being loved by God," we now pivot to examine New Day's seven core values. This message looks at the importance of value conversations in our current cultural moment.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
We are continuing our exploration of our vision statement and what it means to "Live out of being loved by God." This week we look at the unavoidable reality of brokenness in the church and how Paul's words to the Corinthians give us a "better way" of living in community as we seek to love each other authentically.
Today, Drew Clark talks about his experiences in Japan on Easter Sunday and the history of Japan and Christianity.
How do you come alongside people in some of life's most painful circumstances? Today we talk with David Aaron Johnson, pastor of The Equipping Church and a staff chaplain at Seattle Children's Hospital, as well as Betsy Coffey, a volunteer hospice worker with Chi Franciscan Health.
How do we begin to love other people as Christ loved us? Dave Wittenberg takes us further in our exploration of what it means to live out of being loved by God.
Karin Peabody brings today's message, digging deeper into the idea of drawing near to God.
We continue our exploration of New Day's vision statement, "Live out of being loved by God." Today's message examines what it looks like to love God back and what it means to live out what Jesus called the greatest commandment.
A conversation with trauma therapist Bill Bedell of Stillwater counseling, exploring the way our stories impact our capacity to receive and live out of the love of God.
Part two in our series exploring New Day's vision and values. If we are to "live out of being loved by God," we need to know more about that love and that it can sustain us.
This sermon begins a new series exploring New Day's vision statement, "Live out of being loved by God." What does it mean and how does it play out in our new context?
In today's Palm Sunday message discover the impact of Jesus being a king
who draws close.
In today's sermon we conclude our series in the book of Acts with a look back at chapter one and what it means to be stewards of the gospel.
Drew Clark brings a message on the importance of our response to Christ today and the magnitude of his grace, as seen through the story of Jesus and Peter in John 21.
Today’s sermon brings us to the end of the book of Acts, where we find Paul under house arrest. His capacity to live with freedom in those circumstances speaks to the limitations we face today and how to find grace when we feel confined.
What does it mean when Jesus says "Take Courage?" When do we need it? This week's message looks at Paul's experience in Acts 22 and 23.
How do we know when we have heard a word from the Lord? And if we have, how are we to understand what it means? This week we look at Acts 21 to see how Paul and his friends grappled with God's leading.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
A look at Acts 20, following Jesus, spreading God's grace and being in community given by our Youth Pastor Paige.
A look at Acts 17 and using scripture to find consistency is God's love for us, not the faults in others.
A deeper look at Acts 16 and the freedoms Paul had while imprisoned and what that means for us today.
Isaiah 53 foretells a Messiah that comes to lose, in a world expecting a winner. Drew Clark reflects on the long defeat we face along our journey together.
How do we know when and where God is leading? This message looks at the portion of Acts 16 where Paul and company find many doors closed before finally deciding to go to Macedonia.
Our study of Acts takes us to the topic of conflict. What can we learn from Paul and Barnabas and their personal dispute?
This morning we reach the midway point in our study of the book of Acts, where an argument raged over the core of the gospel. Join us as we look at how the outcome of the debate carries into today.
Our special Thanksgiving Service featured reflections from Dylan Forbes, Marisa Martin and Paige McCain. It also included a congregational discussion of sorrow in the midst of gratitude and how hardship enters into our thanks.
Part of our continuing study of the book of Acts. This message looks at Acts 13 and 14, with an exploration of the role of hardship in the life of a follower of Jesus.
A look at Gerald Manley Hopkins' poetry and his take on sorrow through the eyes of Jesus by Drew Clark.
Where do you go to find wisdom? And can you trust it when you find it? This week's sermon looks at Acts 13 where one man's desire to hear God's word and find wisdom results in changed lives.
A different look at James and Peter in Acts Chapter 12. Part of our ongoing study of the book of Acts.
Something new and innovative was happening in the city of Antioch in Acts 11. This week we take an in-depth look at the way the gospel reached new places and how what they did there impacts us here.
Something new and innovative was happening in the city of Antioch in Acts 11. This week we take an in-depth look at the way the gospel reached new places and how what they did there impacts us here.
This morning we look at Acts chapter 10 where Peter visits the home of Cornelius. It's a groundbreaking encounter that still speaks to us today about the expansive nature of the gospel.
This morning we look at Acts chapter 10 where Peter visits the home of Cornelius. It's a groundbreaking encounter that still speaks to us today about the expansive nature of the gospel.
There is always more with Jesus. God is the same faithful God as he always has been, and that means there is more abundance, love, joy, peace, and streams of living water that are available for us and through us. They're ours, but we need to ask and receive. We need to come to the table!
There is always more with Jesus. God is the same faithful God as he always has been, and that means there is more abundance, love, joy, peace, and streams of living water that are available for us and through us. They're ours, but we need to ask and receive. We need to come to the table!
THE GOODNESS OF WORK How does your job relate to your faith? A core New Day value is that every Christian is a minister, and in this morning's message, we look at the value of our work through the passage in Acts 9:32-43.
THE GOODNESS OF WORK How does your job relate to your faith? A core New Day value is that every Christian is a minister, and in this morning's message, we look at the value of our work through the passage in Acts 9:32-43.
What is the difference between a bold Christian and an obnoxious one? This weeks message looks at that question through a section of Acts 9. As always, study guides are available on our site that delve further into the passage.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
What is the difference between a bold Christian and an obnoxious one? This weeks message looks at that question through a section of Acts 9. As always, study guides are available on our site that delve further into the passage.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
This week in our study of the book of Acts, we revisit the conversion of Saul on the road to Damascus. It opens up a wider discussion on the scope and nature of God's mercy for all of us.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
This week in our study of the book of Acts, we revisit the conversion of Saul on the road to Damascus. It opens up a wider discussion on the scope and nature of God's mercy for all of us.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
It was a great day out at Camp McCullough this morning. We worshipped together, continued our study of the book of Acts and shared a terrific meal provided by Mediterranean Gyro Grill.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
It was a great day out at Camp McCullough this morning. We worshipped together, continued our study of the book of Acts and shared a terrific meal provided by Mediterranean Gyro Grill.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Why is it that so much of the time, the best things in life don't seem to last? In today's message, Drew Clark explores why it bothers us and why our frustration over it is actually a good thing.
Speaker: Drew Clark
Why is it that so much of the time, the best things in life don't seem to last? In today's message, Drew Clark explores why it bothers us and why our frustration over it is actually a good thing.
Speaker: Drew Clark
This week in our series from the book of Acts, we follow the adventures of Philip as he repeatedly adopts a "Why not?" attitude when it comes to sharing the gospel.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
We are continuing our study of the book of Acts, exploring Stephen's example of what it looks like to be full of the Holy Spirit.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
The book of Acts is the story of the gospel moving ever outward. So how does the church adapt to accommodate change as more people join the circle? Today's message looks at Acts 6 and the growing pains faced by the early church.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Our very own Claire Clark delivers a powerful, encouraging and convicting sermon from the book of Jonah -- all without even focusing on the whale. A timely message on God's compassion for his reluctant servants.
Speaker: Claire Clark
Guest speaker Drew Clark shares how the smartest people in the world become like everyone else.
Speaker: Drew Clark
There are a lot of reports and statistics these days about people leaving churches or walking away from Christianity. This week's sermon looks at the very end of Acts 5 to see what the first disciples can teach us about a faith that keeps showing up.
Speaker - Jeff Peabody
The story in Acts about Ananias and Sapphira can be unsettling. What do we do with portions of Scripture that we find disturbing or hard to understand? This week's message looks at Acts 5 with an eye on how we respond when the text gets tough.
Speaker - Jeff Peabody
Acts series continues with a discussion of how we respond to the presence of Jesus.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Missionaries to Niger Andrew and Nikki Gray share about their mission work to help build strong marriages.
In this week's sermon we look at the incredible picture of life in the early church that is provided for us in Acts 2:42-47. Some pretty incredible things were going on. What can we expect for church in our time?
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
We heard from three of our graduates in this week service. Listen to their testimonies as they share what God has been doing in their lives and where they are headed next.
Pentecost changed everything. In today's message, we continue our exploration of the book of Acts and the giving of the Holy Spirit.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
What do you do when it feels like Jesus has left you? Or left the church? This week we look at the ascension and what it means for us.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Today we begin our new study in the book of Acts as we look at how the early church unfolded. In the very first chapter, Jesus invites his disciples to wait on God. What does that mean and how does it apply to our situation today?
Guest speaker Julia Corbett explores the topic of peace through the text of 1 Samuel 25.
Easter message exploring the relevance of the risen Jesus in a changing world.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
A Palm Sunday "addendum" to the Crucial sermon series, looking at how Jesus leads us through times of change. Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Final sermon in our "Crucial" series, exploring how the cross speaks to our relationship with the environment.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
This week's message explores our freedom in Christ, as given to us through the cross. Part of our Crucial series.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Today we look at the concept of grace through Ephesians 4:7. Part of our "Crucial" message series.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Guest speaker Laurine Decker leads us in an exploration of prayer, with practical encouragement to persist in it.
A look at Luke 15 and what these parables tell us about the church. Part of our Crucial series.
How does the cross give us everything we need for life and godliness? A look at 2 Peter 1:3 as part of our Crucial series.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
A look at 2 Corinthians 4 and where the cross points us in our sufferings.
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
This installment of our "Crucial" series examines the relationship between the cross, the kingdom and the church's role in engaging with the suffering of the world. Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Guest speaker John Stiffler shares what has been crucila for him and his family during this season.
Part of our ongoing "Crucial" series. Text for this week is Revelation 10:8-10
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
Part of our ongoing series, Two Feet Out discussing gender, sexuality, identity and faith
Speaker: Jeff Peabody
A Conversation with Pastor David Aaron Johnson about race, reconciliation and the church.
Final message in the series on the life of Peter for New Day Church NE Tacoma, Washington.
Mother's Day Speakers - Elizabeth Pearson and BJ Thomas
Deuteronomy 6:6-9, 1 Corinthians 12:4-6