NLCHURCH Podcast: Recent Episodes
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We exist to lead people into a fully devoted relationship with Jesus Christ. This podcast presents the weekly teaching from our weekend gatherings.
Wisdom isn’t the absence of emotion, it’s the ability to govern what’s happening within you. In this message from the Seven Pillars of Wisdom, discover how biblical self-control, restraint, and guarding your heart can protect your life, strengthen your relationships, and help you live with greater peace and wisdom.
What has God placed in your hands? In this message from our Poets and Prophets series, discover how biblical diligence isn't about doing more—it's about faithfully stewarding what God has entrusted to you. Through Proverbs 13 and 24, learn why wisdom grows when we stop chasing what we don't have and start faithfully working the field God has given us.
In this week’s Poets & Prophets series, Pastor Chelsey explores the pillar of compassion through the wisdom of Proverbs. Scripture reveals that biblical compassion isn’t simply pity or empathy—it’s love that moves us to action. Because every person bears the image of God, we’re called to see others the way He sees them and respond with gentleness, kindness, and mercy.
Discover what it looks like to live with the wisdom of peace by choosing to be unoffended. In this message from our Seven Pillars of Wisdom series, Kevin Geer shares practical, biblical principles for becoming a peacemaker, letting go of offense, and building healthier, God-honoring relationships.
What does it take to build a life that stands firm when everything around you is shaking? Discover how the book of Proverbs reveals that integrity isn't about perfection—it's about living aligned with God's wisdom, guarding your heart, words, focus, and steps to build a life that lasts.
Prayer isn't about saying the perfect words, it's about growing closer to God. Discover the simple pattern Jesus gave us for prayer and learn how it can bring peace, purpose, and confidence to your everyday faith.
What does biblical manhood look like in today's culture? Seahawks Chaplain Jonathan Rainey and Packers Chaplain Shawn Hennessey join Pastor Troy to discuss faith, identity, fatherhood, and the lessons they've learned ministering to NFL players.
Part 4 of I Surrender All challenges us to surrender out story to Jesus. Through Romans 1:13-17, Pastor Tymon reminds us that our testimony is one of the most powerful ways to share the Gospel.
What if surrendering to God meant more than just singing the words? This message challenges the idea of “I surrender all” by asking what it really looks like to give God your time, talent, treasure, and testimony. Discover how your gifts aren’t just for making a living—but for making a difference in God’s kingdom.
Life is too short to keep resisting what only God can carry. When we surrender control, we make room for God to do His deepest work in us.
What if your first instinct wasn’t to worry, plan, or react—but to pray? In Part 6 of Pray First, Matt and Brian unpack a simple but powerful framework: P.R.A.Y. — Praise, Repent, Ask, Yield. This isn’t a formula to control God—it’s a posture that realigns your heart and transforms how you approach Him.
What if the next step in your spiritual life isn’t more prayer but reconciliation? In this message, we explore Jesus’ shocking words in Matthew 5 where He tells people to leave the altar, stop praying, and go make things right with others first.
Why do some prayers seem to work while others feel empty? In this message from Luke 18:9–14, we unpack Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector and discover that effective prayer isn’t about performance—it’s about perspective. If you’ve ever struggled with prayer, this teaching will help you rediscover what truly connects you to God.
What happens when someone hides God’s Word deep in their heart? In this powerful and unique message, Pastor Troy Jones recites the entire book of James from memory—bringing Scripture to life as a living, breathing sermon. This isn’t just a presentation—it’s a testimony of how God’s Word can transform anyone.
What if prayer was never meant to be a performance? In this message from Matthew 6, we unpack how Jesus teaches us to pray—not to impress others, but to be transformed from the inside out. If you’ve ever felt like your prayers are routine, awkward, or unanswered, this could change the way you approach God forever.
What if the message of Easter isn’t just a moment but the answer to life’s biggest questions? In this message, we break down the true story of Christianity: how God made it, we broke it, and Jesus fixed it through the resurrection. If you’ve ever wondered what Christians really believe or if it’s actually true this is for you.
In this message from James 5, we confront the uncomfortable truth that disordered love placing success, money, or identity above God always leads to destruction. Discover the warning James gives, the evidence that exposes our priorities, and the only path to real freedom: humbling ourselves and returning to God.
Pride is one of the most dangerous sins because it’s the hardest one to see in ourselves. In Epistle of James 4, we discover how arrogance quietly damages our relationship with God and others and why humility is the spiritual discipline that changes everything.
In this message from Epistle of James 4, we confront one of the most critical questions for our culture: What causes fights and quarrels among you? The problem isn’t politics, culture, or even the other person. The battle is within us. Discover how pride, misplaced desires, and spiritual compromise divide our homes and churchesand how humility, repentance, and surrender to Jesus bring restoration.
In this message from Epistle of James 3, we unpack why the tongue holds the power of life and death and why James boldly says, “This should not be!” If you want to understand what real Christianity looks like, this message will challenge and change you.
What if the chaos in your life isn’t random? In James 3:13–18, we discover that envy and selfish ambition create disorder but heavenly wisdom brings peace. Wisdom isn’t just good advice… it’s Christ ruling your heart and mind so chaos doesn’t rule your life.
James 2 confronts a hard truth: believing in Jesus isn’t the same as following Him. In this message, discover why faith without action is dead and what it really means to live out your faith in everyday life. If your faith feels stagnant, this teaching will challenge and inspire you to move from belief to action.
James 2 challenges us to confront favoritism and rethink how we treat people. Discover what real faith looks like when we choose love over preference.
Many people believe Christianity doesn’t work and honestly, they have reasons. In James 1:19-27, we see why anger, hypocrisy, and empty religion push people away from Jesus instead of drawing them in. This message explores how real faith is lived, not just believed, and why Christianity only works when it changes how we speak, love, and serve others. Hear the Word. Live the Word. Practice the Word.
In this 2025 Annual Financial Report, Pastor Troy is joined by Business Pastor Lori Baca and Pastor Lincoln Dyre, along with leaders from Redeemer Christian School, to walk through where the money goes and the impact it’s making.
From church operations to global missions, education, and next-generation ministry, this conversation highlights our commitment to intentional accountability, organizational transparency, and indisputable integrity. Thank you for your faithful and sacrificial giving! Because of you, lives are being changed locally and around the world.
In week two of our James series, we confront a hard truth: it’s possible to hear God’s Word and still be completely deceived. James exposes how desire, temptation, and misplaced hope slowly pull us off course and what true, lived-out faith really looks like. This message will challenge how you view trials, money, humility, and obedience in everyday life.
Storms don’t mean your faith is failing, they may be the very place God is forming it. In this New Year message from James 1, discover how perseverance anchors us in Christ, matures our faith, and produces unshakable stability even when life feels overwhelming. If you’re facing a trial, this message is for you.
In this Christmas message, we explore Simeon’s blessing from Luke 2 and the overlooked power of speaking God’s intention over others. Blessing isn’t about comfort or wealth, it’s about calling out who God says someone will become. This Christmas, we’re reminded that the greatest gift we can give is to bless, not tear down.
What do you say when God gives you a voice? In this message from Luke 1:67–79, discover how a father’s prayer can be Spirit-filled, Jesus-focused, and future-framing for the next generation. As part of The Christmas Blessing series and the 25-Day Christmas Challenge, learn how to speak God’s intention, favor, and life over your family this Christmas season.
This Christmas, we’re taking on a challenge that could change the entire trajectory of our families and relationships. For 25 days, we’re choosing to speak life, encouragement, and God’s intention over the people around us. Join us as we learn the biblical power of blessing and watch what God can do when we build others up rather than tear them down. Let’s make this the most meaningful Christmas yet.
3.9 billion people still have no access to the Gospel. Pastor Troy sits down with missionary Dr. Alan Johnson to ask why the mission matters now more than ever. God is calling our church to go, give, and make a global impact.
Hell. It’s uncomfortable, controversial, and often avoided but Jesus didn’t avoid it. In this message, Pastor Brian unpacks one of the toughest questions of faith: Would a loving God really send people to Hell? Discover the truth about what Scripture actually says, why it matters, and how God’s plan to save the world includes you.
When disaster hits we don’t sit, we send. Pastor Troy challenges us to move beyond comfort and care deeply about the mission of God. The gospel isn’t meant to stay inside the church walls. It’s meant to reach the world for Jesus.
What happens when the church stops caring? In Why Care? This week we’re reminded that 3.4 billion people still don’t have access to the gospel. This message challenges us to move from me focused faith to mission focused living, so the world can know His name.
In this message, Pastor Eric walks us through the Book of Ephesians. We learn that Ephesus was a multicultural, spiritual hub and an important port city, similar to Seattle. He describes the relevant church as one that connects faith to life, is teachable and diverse, is firm in its beliefs, and is mature and lives out love. As we go through our week, let's ask ourselves if we are doing what we have been called to do and if we are people who desire to be unified in our faith and knowledge.
This week, Pastor Troy continues his teaching from the Apostle Paul series. He shares with us our New Life history, and asks us to dream again for a new campus that will reach Maple Valley and Covington. He's invited us to pray, process, and pledge to help make this dream a reality. As we go through our week, let's remember that we serve a big God who is able to do more than we ask or imagine.
Join us as we explore the Book of Ephesians, and he reminded us that our battle is not with other people, it's with a real enemy. As we go through our week, let's reflect on how much God loves us and shows us His mercy. His unconditional love extends to each and every one of us!
Sometimes we need to stop and listen. Watch week one of the new series "Listening: A Study of Proverbs" with Pastor Brian Jenkins.
We hope this inspires you to have your own conversations in your home and community. We each have a responsibility to stand up in the face of injustice –– and equality will never be attained through silence.
Hear the story that inspired the movie Breakthrough! Pastor Troy Jones is joined by Pastor John Noble, Joyce Smith, and John Smith!
We continue with week three in the series Moses: Let My People Go with Pastor Brian Jenkins!
Last week we looked at the rise of Moses. This week we continue in his story and the book of Exodus.
Once a year, we as a church sit down and have a "Family Talk" of sorts. We discuss the previous year's finances publicly so you know where your money is going. So let's talk about it!
Pastor Brian Jenkins will be joined by special guest Dr. Alan Johnson, one of the New Life missionaries.
Watch week two of the series 2020. We as the sons and daughters of God must apply both Grace and Truth in our lives. Watch Pastor Troy's message now!
Join us for the finale of the series, Beyond These Walls. This series has inspired us as a church body to go beyond these walls and help those across the street and around the world. It's up to us to reach the lost and hurting and to love those who have never received it!
This world we live is always changing. Some of you might not even recognize it anymore. But as Pastor Brian Jenkins says in this message, "Believe for the absolute best for the world around you. Instead of fighting to tide, raise the tide."
This is such an important day in the history of New Life and Kingdom Builders. This is the day that all of our New Life locations are receiving a miracle offering for Kingdom Builders. This offering will help us, as a church, take the gospel across the street and around the world.
If you would like to give for the miracle offering you can! Just text NLCHURCH to 77977 or go to nlchurch.com/give. For those of you who are choosing to give today to impact the kingdom, thank you!
This series is all about what we do as the church, which helps those beyond the walls of the church. From Vine Maple Place helping the homeless in our local communities to helping people all around the world through our missionaries.
With your help we are spreading the Word of Jesus throughout our community, our nation, and our world. Check out the premiere of the series, "Beyond These Walls" with Pastor Stan Russell from Horizon Community Church in the SW Portland Metro Area!
Our hope is that after this series, you will never again read to book of Revelation the same. Revelation is about Jesus, the resurrected One. It's not about fear or living in fear. Jesus is ALIVE and one day He's coming back and the gospel WINS!
Thank you for joining us in this series!
Watch as Pastor Troy and Pastor Brian answer the audience questions from all Sunday services. You never know what questions will be asked!
The series "Revelation: All Things New" continues with "Glad You Asked", a Q&A segment where Pastor Troy and Pastor Brian answer YOUR questions on the end times and the book of Revelation!
It's time to find out everything you've ever wanted to know about the book of Revelation. Who's the antichrist? When's the rapture? Find out now!