Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny: Recent Episodes
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God wants to see us happy in our marriages, so he gives us guidance through the Bible: Husbands must love their wives and be devoted to them. Wives must respect and submit to their husbands. And yet, despite God's instructions, happy homes and marriages are the exception, not the norm. Pastor Mike reminds us of seven specific commandments God gives to husbands and wives that can bring us closer to happy homes.
Get your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, "God's Blueprint for a Happy Home" with your financial gift to Time of Grace! https://bit.ly/3P2djPb
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your day, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
Marriage, living together before marriage, and adultery.
Pastor Mike takes a look at what God says about how to have happy and holy homes in his next sermon series, "God's Blueprint for a Happy Home." Pastor Mike and Amber preview this series and also find ways to discuss Pastor Mike's camping experience this summer, banana bread (and how it relates to healing after adultery), and Amber's favorite thing about her husband.
"God's Blueprint for a Happy Home" kicks off this Sunday, September 3.
Also starting Sunday, you can request a copy of Pastor Mike's new book, also called "God's Blueprint for a Happy Home," which will show you what God says about things like God's design for marriage, living together, divorce, and reconciliation. Get this new book at timeofgrace.org with your gift to the ministry.
We live in a world of us vs. them, a culture of our people against their people. Such divisions are often the line where love stops, even among those who confess Jesus as their Lord and Savior. And that's dangerous. Instead, Pastor Mike challenges, what would it look like if we listened to Jesus, crossed the line, and imitated the love God shows?
Help us meet our $130,000 Challenge Grant and make your gift go twice as far! With your gift, you can also request our new "God's Grace for Your Daily Life" undated planner! https://bit.ly/47nXpHc
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
What is the first love in your life? In our busy world of work, school, kids, and relationships, what is your greatest passion? Your answer is so important when it comes to love. Because in order to love well, you need to have the right order of your loves—starting with the first love.
Help us meet our $130,000 Challenge Grant and make your gift go twice as far! With your gift, you can also request our new "God's Grace for Your Daily Life" undated planner! https://bit.ly/47nXpHc
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your day, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
Issue after issue, regardless of which side you choose, everyone says Jesus is on their side. But two thousand years ago when Jesus walked the earth, what did he really say, and whose side would he take today? This message takes a close look at Jesus and his words and teaches us how we can learn from his perfect example of love.
Help us meet our $130,000 Challenge Grant and make your gift go twice as far! With your gift, you can also request our new "God's Grace for Your Daily Life" undated planner! https://bit.ly/47nXpHc
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Love. Some define love as speaking the truth, no matter how hard it is to hear. Others define it as acceptance, approval, and applause. Love, according to the apostle Paul, is actually both tough and tender—but love is not equal parts of both. Pastor Mike walks us through Paul's words, revealing Paul's recipe for love and giving us three takeaways on how we can show love in the most meaningful way.
Help us meet our $130,000 Challenge Grant and make your gift go twice as far! With your gift, you can also request our new "God's Grace for Your Daily Life" undated planner! https://bit.ly/47nXpHc
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Listen to the entire devotional series from this week as Pastor Mike gives us five steps to help us overcome anxiety.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
Too busy to read? You can also listen to "The Basics" in an audio format! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
When we’re stuck in our own heads with anxiety weighing down our hearts, here is one of the most powerful things we can do.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
In our struggles against anxiety, remember that there is also a spiritual enemy against us. But Pastor Mike encourages us to fight back because we can take the enemy down with one word.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
How do you even tackle a subject as big as love, especially when considering that God is love?
Pastor Mike and Amber give us a sneak peek at August's TV message series, "What Is Love?" Pastor Mike and Amber talk about whether love should be tough or tender—with Pastor Mike and Amber each revealing whether they are tough or tender. Spoiler for Amber: she has likely sent camp kids to therapy. The two take a deep dive into love, including showing love to those who disagree with you, whether our loves are ordered correctly, and how to love "those" people.
"What Is Love?" kicks off this Sunday, August 6.
Help us meet our $130,000 Challenge Grant and make your gift go twice as far! With your gift, you can also request our new "God's Grace for Your Daily Life" undated planner! Just visit timeofgrace.org.
Jesus makes an incredible offering to help us battle anxiety. It starts with seeking these two things.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
When we’re anxious, it’s so easy to think of everything that’s wrong or could go wrong. So then we just flip that thinking. But how? Pastor Mike gives us the second practical step to battling anxiety.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
Is anxiety part of your story? Pastor Mike opens up the Bible and helps us deal with anxiety with this simple first step.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
Statistically, whether we know it or not, all of us know and love someone who has been abused. And all of us know and love someone who has been abusive. So how can we be a blessing to both? How can we comfort, confront, and bring healing to our circle of influence?
If you or someone you know is suffering from abuse, please go to timeofgrace.org/abuse to find more resources and information for getting help.
With your gift to Time of Grace, you can request your copy of "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness" at: https://bit.ly/44giFfl
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
What does God say to those who have hurt others? Can we, like Jesus, be full of both grace and truth to the abusive? Pastor Mike talks about how abusers can move forward—beyond God's wrath—to a healing and hopeful relationship with God and the church.
If you or someone you know is suffering from abuse, please go to timeofgrace.org/abuse to find more resources and information for getting help.
With your gift to Time of Grace, you can request your copy of "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness" at: https://bit.ly/44giFfl
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Despite the alarming statistics, the topic of abuse is rarely touched in the Christian community. What does God say about abuse? What does God think about abuse? What does God say to a church filled with unspoken trauma and deep wounds?
If you or someone you know is suffering from abuse, please go to timeofgrace.org/abuse to find more resources and information for getting help.
With your gift to Time of Grace, you can request your copy of "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness" at: https://bit.ly/44giFfl
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Abuse. Pastor Mike and Amber talk about this common but hush-hush topic, previewing Pastor Mike's next sermon series, "Abuse: What Does God Say?"
This series first ran in 2021 but, as Pastor Mike says, we're rerunning the series because the topic is still relevant and affects a lot of people today.
If you or someone you know is suffering from abuse, please go to timeofgrace.org/abuse to find more resources and information for getting help.
You can request a copy of this month's new book, "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness," by licensed Christian marriage and family therapist Dr. Jennifer Londgren. This book pairs biblical wisdom, practical principles, and clinical insight to help you recover peace, joy, clarity, and purpose. Get this book at timeofgrace.store with your gift to the ministry.
Let's be honest. It's too easy for us to forget God. When times are good, we're lost in the blur of blessings and forget about him. When times are bad, our hearts focus on the pain and we forget about him. So the big question is: how do we remember God? As Pastor Mike finishes teaching from the book of Esther, we discover—with great specificity and practicality—how we can always remember God and stay connected to him constantly .
With your gift to Time of Grace, you can request your copy of "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness" at: https://bit.ly/44giFfl
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your day, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
Many of us claim to follow Jesus, but so often we fall short. We have the potential to love, to forgive, not to worry, to trust in God, not to fear cancer, to stand out in the crowd. But too often we fall short of that potential. So what can we do? Continuing through the book of Esther, Pastor Mike encourages us with these three things to remember as we live our lives for Jesus.
With your gift to Time of Grace, you can request your copy of "A Guide to Mental & Emotional Wellness" at: https://bit.ly/44giFfl
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
How much should we plan our lives when we know God's got plans for us? Should we be ruthless and driven about planning our schedules and our lives? Or should we be so trusting and so faithful that we just wait to see where God takes us? The answer, Pastor Mike says, comes from understanding that both approaches can be right—because truth is a tension. And, as we see from the book of Esther, we need to understand two certain truths to make our relationship right with God.
With your gift to Time of Grace, you can request your copy of "Real Women of the Bible" at: https://bit.ly/3OQMOgZ
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
What we go through—the good, the bad, and everything in between—is not random. It's not a matter of luck. Because there is no such thing as coincidence, Pastor Mike says. Reading from the book of Esther, we see that God has reasons and purposes for all the things he does in our lives. Knowing this, how can we learn to trust in God's plans?
With your gift to Time of Grace, you can request your copy of "Real Women of the Bible" at: https://bit.ly/3OQMOgZ
If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your regular support? We can't do any of this without you! Consider becoming a regular supporter with our Grace Partners program! https://timeofgrace.org/gracepartnerpodcast
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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When we are given the chance to do something good and right, something biblical and obedient, it’s not always comfortable or simple. Sometimes doing what is right in the eyes of God will be very risky. As Pastor Mike continues teaching from the book of Esther, he helps us see that sometimes God's purpose for us is to take risks to do what's right—even if it costs us everything.
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
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If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
This week Pastor Mike answers more tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!
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– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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Why does the guilt linger even after we have repented?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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Can a person who says they believe in Jesus but never goes to church still go to heaven?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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There are two places we can go when we die. Here's how they're different.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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Sometimes we look at our life situations and wonder, "What's the point?" It can be hard to see purpose through the daily grind and struggle, leading us to wonder if God is even present in our lives. Yet through the book of Esther—a book of the Bible that does not even mention God's name—Pastor Mike teaches us the powerful truth of how God is working in our lives and giving us purpose, even if we can't see it yet.
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– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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It's Christmastime . . . which also means it's a time full of stress.
Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson preview the December sermon series, "Christmas Stress," and look at some of the stressors we all deal with: doubt, prayer, pride, and feeling overwhelmed. As they give us a sneak peek, we also learn that Pastor Mike had a custom-built altar of incense in one of his messages to provide a powerful visual, why prayer is so hard for Pastor Mike, why Amber was arguing with Pastor Mike as she listened to his sermon on pride, and why Pastor Mike says, "Pride is always the problem. Always."
December is also a special month. Some generous friends have offered a $150,000 Challenge Grant! That means when you give this month, your dollars go twice as far! As a thank-you for your gift, you will receive a 2023 Seek God wall calendar full of powerful Bible passages and inspiring thoughts from Pastor Mike, and you'll also receive a "Best of 2022" DVD featuring this year's top 5 messages from Pastor Mike. Starting this Sunday, Dec. 4, on timeofgrace.org, you can receive the wall calendar and DVD with your gift.
Most religions teach that if we mess up a relationship with the divine, we have to fix it. If our karma is bad or our scale shows more bad deeds than good or if we've broken a few too many commandments, we'd better make up for it. And that's what makes Christianity different: God reconciled us. But what does that actually mean? Pastor Mike digs deep into one of the most emotional words in the Bible: reconcile. And he explains how it has changed our lives.
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Every year around this time, Pastor Mike comes to a realization of gratitude. It’s something we can all relate to as well—especially on this Thanksgiving Day.
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It's not unusual to wonder if we're significant, if we've really made a difference in other people's lives. We often feel that way because we're not where we think we should be in life. But, as Pastor Jeremy reminds us, we actually are exactly where God wants us to be. In this Thanksgiving message, Pastor Jeremy digs into the book of Esther and shows us how we are impacting others.
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This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
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– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotional
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If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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When does our identity change into someone who is saved, especially since we know we will sin again?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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We want to do the right, godly thing and help our addict parents. But it would be so much easier to cut ties with them, especially with all the pain they have caused. Here's Pastor Mike's advice on finding balance on that narrow road of bitterness and having no boundaries.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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We are in a constant war zone against the devil, Pastor Mike says. Here's what we need to know in order to fight this battle.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
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We don't find the word "Trinity" in the Bible. But the concept of three separate people in one God is exactly what the Bible teaches.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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Many people say they follow Jesus, but how do we really know?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotionals podcast!
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If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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What kind of connection is there between God and music? We often take music for granted but, Pastor Mike reminds us, it is a miracle that the Bible has so much to say about. Pastor Mike covers two big ideas that attest to the power of God and music.
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If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
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So much of life hinges on this single thing we call self-control—because there are so many temptations that can overcome us. So how do we get more self-control? Pastor Mike zeroes in on two big ways that God helps us have more self-control.
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At the very end of the book of Job, God shows up to talk to Job, who needed an answer to why he had to suffer and endure such unfathomable pain. But spoiler alert: Job never gets an answer. That's because, Pastor Mike says, we need to remember who we are and who God is.
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When we're in pain or when tragedy has struck, it's natural to ask, "Why?" But, Pastor Mike warns, demanding an answer to that question can be dangerous. Because when we incorrectly answer it or insist on trying to find out why, it can all go wrong. Instead, reading through the book of Job, we discover two truths that help us when we don't know the why's.
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How should we respond when people we care about are in pain? We want to say the right words and do the right things. But we don't know exactly what those right things are, making it easy to get it wrong and cause more pain. Instead, here are two big ideas Pastor Mike shares on what we can expect after tragedy—and what we can do.
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When life is hard and it doesn't feel like God is doing enough to relieve us of the pain, we start to question God and his love for us. But, Pastor Mike warns, to do that is exactly what the devil wants. Instead, we can follow the example of a man named Job who suffered a level of pain and loss we can't begin to imagine. How can we respond like Job in the face of our darkest moments?
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– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny
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If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
We've got a bonus episode today for you! Pastor Mike gives you the first chapter of his book, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
About The Basics: Who is God? What is he like? What does he think of you? What exactly was Jesus all about? How do you get “saved”? And what does “getting saved” mean anyway? What can you do if you want to know the answers to these questions?
Pastor Mike wants to help you understand who our big, amazing God is. This podcast won’t answer every question you have about God, Jesus, or faith. But it will help you start your journey to understanding the hope and love that can only come from God.
To listen to the rest of The Basics, just search for "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
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You can also download an e-book of The Basics at timeofgrace.org/TheBasics
If God has the power to end all our pain and provide answers for all the hurt we've been through, why doesn't he? Why does he let bad things happen to good people? Pastor Mike takes these often-asked questions, flips them, and challenges us to examine our motives: Why do we love God? Or do we just love his blessings?
Get your copy of "When Life Hurts": https://bit.ly/3RzKMQh
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics.
OR, you can listen to the audio version of The Basics! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
Pop quiz: The book of Job is about _____?
Pastor Mike's answer might surprise you. In fact, it almost resulted in Amber getting into a car accident.
Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson give us the goods behind October's sermon series, "Seriously, God?," which looks at the book of Job. They talk about why there's pain in life, why many of us tend not to comfort friends during times of tragedy, how the book of Job is a massive warning about what happens when we insist on asking why, and the reminders we can look to in order to remember that God is big.
With your gift to the ministry during October, you can receive Pastor Mike's new book, "When Life Hurts: How to See Through Suffering," at timeofgrace.org. This journey through the book of Job examines how pain affects your life and offers practical guidance on what to do when it does. Study questions for each chapter help you navigate suffering in a way that honors God and anchors you in his love. Get your copy at timeofgrace.org starting Sunday!
There's always another awful headline, another hypocrite, another problem we want to fix in our broken world. If only it were as easy as plucking out the bad people from the good. But we know it's not that simple. It's for these moments of frustration that Jesus told this particular story of the weeds and the wheat to give us hope.
Get your copy of "Stories to Change Your Life": https://bit.ly/3csXi5z
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
It's going to cost us to follow Jesus. He was upfront about us needing to give up the things we treasure. But, Jesus also said, joyfully giving up the things we have is possible when we find a superior treasure. Through two short parables Jesus told, Pastor Mike helps us see what this treasure is.
Get your copy of "Stories to Change Your Life": https://bit.ly/3csXi5z
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Too busy to read? You can also listen to "The Basics" in an audio format! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
We live in a culture that often says bigger is better, as we easily dismiss the small and mundane as too insignificant to be powerful. But believing this common trope can be spiritually dangerous. Pastor Mike walks us through two of the smallest stories Jesus ever told that give us a really big message for the average moments of our spiritual lives.
Get your copy of "Stories to Change Your Life": https://bit.ly/3csXi5z
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Too busy to read? You can also listen to "The Basics" in an audio format! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
God’s Word doesn't always seem to work in our lives. We share it, read it, and hear it, but it doesn’t seem to change us spiritually. That's because the Word of God, Jesus said, is like a seed—it's packed with potential, but it is also small and vulnerable. How vulnerable? Pastor Mike identifies these everyday threats to God's Word that can stop us from growing in our faith.
Get your copy of "Stories to Change Your Life": https://bit.ly/3csXi5z
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Too busy to read? You can also listen to "The Basics" in an audio format! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson give us a preview of September's new TV message series, "Jesus' Growth Plan for Me." While discussing Jesus' parables that this series is based on, we also learn of the "mustard seed moments" that changed both Mike's and Amber's lives (both involve their moms), what Amber has in common with Dwight Shrute, and that one time Amber tried calling out Jesus—only for Jesus to mic drop her.
Pastor Mike also talks about his new book this month, "Stories to Change Your Life." The book invites us to explore some of these eye-opening parables told by the greatest storyteller of all time, Jesus. Starting Sunday, you can request "Stories to Change Your Life" with your gift to the ministry at timeofgrace.org.
Too busy to read? You can also listen to "The Basics" in an audio format! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
God has amazing plans to bless us, prosper us, and save us from pain. But those plans may not be for today, tomorrow, or even the end of this year. What if we're not patient enough to wait for God's promises? Pastor Mike teaches us three big ideas about patience that will help us grow in our own patience and faith.
Make your gift to Time of Grace go twice as far with our $155,000 Challenge Grant! As thanks for your donation, request your devotional journal, "Visible Faith"! https://bit.ly/3JdFerY
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Too busy to read? You can also listen to "The Basics" in an audio format! Just search "The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
Just read the headlines on any given day, and it's hard to imagine finding peace in this world. But, Pastor Mike says, finding peace is not impossible. And it starts with knowing what peace is, what it isn't, and knowing what are the top five peace thieves.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Make your gift to Time of Grace go twice as far with our $155,000 Challenge Grant! As thanks for your donation, request your devotional journal, "Visible Faith"! https://bit.ly/3JdFerY
We all strive for happiness and make decisions on what we think will bring us joy. This feat is even more challenging considering that, according to God, there are three different kinds of joy to be had. But only one of them really works. Pastor Mike takes us through the different joys and shares how to have the greatest, everlasting joy.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Make your gift to Time of Grace go twice as far with our $155,000 Challenge Grant! As thanks for your donation, request your devotional journal, "Visible Faith"! https://bit.ly/3JdFerY
Kindness. Our culture seems infatuated with it as we all preach kindness. Yet it's often difficult to be kind because kindness comes at a cost to us. What does it take to transform our hearts into making us the kind, loving people God calls us to be? The answer, Pastor Mike says, starts with remembering this.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Make your gift to Time of Grace go twice as far with our $155,000 Challenge Grant! As thanks for your donation, request your devotional journal, "Visible Faith"! https://bit.ly/3JdFerY
Help us have more . . . what? Not material possessions or wealth. But, more fruits of the spirit!
Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson—one of our Time of Grace bloggers, podcasters, and writers—give a sneak peek at August's new TV message series, "Help Me Have More," and discuss the fruits of kindness, joy, peace, and patience. In the midst of their conversation, we learn of Pastor Mike's love for string cheese, how Amber is a candidate for "Best Christian Ever," and Pastor Mike's possible first-ever camping trip.
August is also a special month! Some generous friends of the ministry have put up a $155,000 Challenge Grant, meaning your donation will go twice as far! As a thank you for your gift, we want to send you a book written by Linda Buxa, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers, called "Visible Faith." This nine-week step-by-step guide includes Scripture readings, devotional thoughts, and much more to help you live and love more like Jesus. Get your copy at timeofgrace.org.
The reality of heaven and hell is one that Jesus himself talked about. By looking at what he says about them in the Bible, we get the incredible perspective on what comes next and how we should feel about our place after we’re done on this earth.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Get your copy of the Tough Questions set: https://bit.ly/3Nn694T
How do we reconcile the tension of science and religion? What are we supposed to do when we feel like we need to walk away from Jesus for the sake of hard evidence? Pastor Mike gives us five compelling ideas to remind us that, according to the Bible, we don't need to choose between head and heart.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Get your copy of the Tough Questions set: https://bit.ly/3Nn694T
Order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
Hypocrites are everywhere, pretending to be one thing when they're really something else. What do we do when we meet one or—worse yet—when we have BEEN one? In this message, we examine our own identity and see who we are as seen through the eyes of Jesus.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Get your copy of the Tough Questions set: https://bit.ly/3Nn694T
Order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
Are we really born sinful? That's a hard pill for many people to swallow. What if we asked Moses, Paul, and Jesus this question? What would they say? Take a closer look at the Bible's teaching about the human heart, and the answer is clear.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Get your copy of the Tough Questions set: https://bit.ly/3Nn694T
Order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
Is the Bible really a HOLY book? What makes it unique from all the other books of other religions? Pastor Mike lays out the reasons why we can lean heavily on the accuracy and truth of this ancient text.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
Get your copy of the Tough Questions set: https://bit.ly/3Nn694T
Order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
There are some questions and objections that keep skeptics from seeking faith. You may have asked those questions privately yourself. So if people are asking those questions, that's even more reason to tackle them head-on.
Pastor Mike is joined by Time of Grace Creative Media Director, Nhia Yang, to give a sneak peek at July's TV message series, "Skeptical Faith." Nhia, a former skeptic herself who became a Christian in college, fires a few tough questions at Pastor Mike as he dives into the series.
They also mention this month's resources, "More Tough Questions and How the Bible Answers Them" and "Tough Questions, Reasoned Answers." With biblical insight and practical wisdom, these two books show you how to communicate what Christians believe while also inviting others to meet the loving Savior whose truth sets us free. Get this set at timeofgrace.org with your gift to the ministry.
Also mentioned in this episode:
– Pastor Mike's Tough Questions series: http://bit.ly/2TCHaky
– Pastor Mike's book, Gay & God: Loving Everyone God Made and Everything God Wrote. You can get a free e-book version here: https://bit.ly/3ODCBBO
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith. Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
What do you do when you can't forgive yourself? Pastor Mike shares three situations when it is especially hard to forgive our own actions—and reveals the two offensive truths about us when we think we can't forgive ourselves.
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith. Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Get your copy of the "Freedom in Forgiveness" book AND journal with your gift to the ministry! https://bit.ly/3m8Cz8f
Order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
Does forgiving someone mean you act like their sin against you never happened? And then even if you forgive, how do you heal? The apostle Paul tells you exactly what you need to do.
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith. Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Get your copy of the "Freedom in Forgiveness" book AND journal with your gift to the ministry! https://bit.ly/3m8Cz8f
Order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
Forgiving someone can be one of the hardest things God calls you to do. But how are you expected to do it when it seems impossible? Pastor Mike shows how our relationship with Christ is key in how we behave toward those who have wronged us.
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith. Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Get your copy of the "Freedom in Forgiveness" book AND journal with your gift to the ministry! https://bit.ly/3m8Cz8f
Pre-order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! It comes out June 14! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
Where do you start the journey of forgiveness? Is forgiveness a "one and done"? Or is it a process we need to deal with daily? What the Bible has to say about forgiveness is not only helpful and powerful; it's shockingly offensive.
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith. Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Pre-order your copy of Pastor Mike's new book, What's Big Starts Small on Amazon! It comes out June 14! https://amzn.to/3NUW3ZX
Get your copy of the "Freedom in Forgiveness" book AND journal! https://bit.ly/3m8Cz8f
Why is it so hard to forgive? Here's a double whammy for you: not only is forgiving hard; it is offensive. It feels so offensive to let it go when someone sins against you and they deserve payback—but instead you're supposed to love and not seek revenge. So . . . how do you forgive?
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team give you a sneak peek at the month of June's TV message series, "Freedom in Forgiveness." They also discuss the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation (spoiler: You CAN forgive without reconciliation), why Pastor Mike thinks we struggle so much with forgiving others, and how it is incredibly arrogant to say, "I can't forgive myself."
Pastor Mike mentions this month's new resources, the "Freedom in Forgiveness" book AND journal, which invite you to take actionable steps toward healing through forgiveness. These resources were created with guided questions, learning prompts, and biblical truth to help you walk intentionally with Jesus through the process of forgiveness. Get these two new resources at timeofgrace.org with your gift to the ministry.
Churches today face the temptation of believing they are faithful while subtly compromising their values, especially when it comes to biblical sexual morality. It's an uncomfortable topic that needs to be addressed, Pastor Mike says, in order to enjoy God's gift of sex, to understand the consequences of falling to sexual temptations, and to see how God helps us through it all.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
You can also get a copy of Pastor Mike's new book, "Letters From Jesus" with your financial gift at https://bit.ly/3v2o7Uy
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
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Is it wrong to bless financially those who don't believe in Jesus and won't be good stewards of money?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
What does Christian love look like when it comes to nontraditional families? Especially when the Bible doesn't endorse same-sex relationships?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Where in the Bible does it say that the devil used to be an angel?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How do we know if the Holy Spirit is guiding our thoughts or if it's just our own conscience?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Is it possible to get kicked out of heaven?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
It's tempting to think that being a good enough Christian will lead to a good life. But Jesus warns us that because of our faith in him, we will suffer and have to endure pain. That begs the question: Then why risk everything for Jesus? The answer lies in a short letter from Jesus to a small first-century church suffering unimaginable persecution. It's an answer that still holds true for us today as we hold on to our faith while battling through the hard times.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
You can also get a copy of Pastor Mike's new book, "Letters From Jesus" with your financial gift at https://bit.ly/3v2o7Uy
What would Jesus say if he came to your church? Would he say the same thing he said to the church in Ephesus—one of the seven churches he addresses in the book of Revelation—that your church is passionate about the truth even if it is costly? But wait: Jesus doesn't just care about truth . . . would Jesus say that your church also loves?
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
You can also get a copy of Pastor Mike's new book, "Letters From Jesus" with your financial gift at https://bit.ly/3v2o7Uy
What do you do when church doesn't feel interesting enough? If you're discouraged about your church experience, Pastor Mike says the best thing you can do is read the first chapters of the book of Revelation. But this isn't an end times sermon series. Rather, we see how Jesus shows up in ordinary churches.
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
You can also get a copy of Pastor Mike's new book, "Letters From Jesus" with your financial gift at https://bit.ly/3v2o7Uy
As much as the world has judged churches, spoiler alert: Jesus also judges churches. How?
Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson—one of our Time of Grace bloggers, podcasters, and writers—dive into the next TV message series that takes a look at Jesus' letters to the first-century churches in the book of Revelation. Somehow in their discussion of issues churches deal with today (boring churches, loving churches, suffering, and sexual morality), Pastor Mike and Amber manage to weave in topics of Pastor Mike's questionable new European jacket, how Amber has texted her pastor in the middle of a hymn, and a condom story. 😬
We also get a sneak peek at Pastor Mike's new book, "What's Big Starts Small." It comes out June 14, but you can preorder yours today on Amazon.
Pastor Mike and Amber also mention this month's new book by Pastor Mike and the team of pastors he serves with called "Letters From Jesus." Get this new book at timeofgrace.org with your gift to the ministry.
We live in a world of us vs. them, a culture of our people against their people. Such divisions are often the line where love stops, even among those who confess Jesus as their Lord and Savior. And that's dangerous. Instead, Pastor Mike challenges, what would it look like if we listened to Jesus, crossed the line, and imitated the love God shows?
Get a free download of Pastor Mike's book, "The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith." at https://timeofgrace.org/download-the-basics/
You can also get a copy of Pastor Mike's new book, "Letters From Jesus" with your financial gift at https://bit.ly/3v2o7Uy
Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike tackles the difficult topic of war, helping us view it with a biblical perspective.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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Can there be a greater purpose to the ugliness of war?
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How can we help those in the midst of war to stand firm in their faith?
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
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We might be living where wickedness seems to be increasing and love is decreasing. We might be hated and persecuted. But, Pastor Mike reminds us, there is a greater promise waiting.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
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Events of this world can be so bad that we feel as if there's not much more we can take. Though Jesus was brutally honest about the birth pains our world experiences, he also talked about what happens after the pains.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Jesus told us not to be alarmed at war and rumors of war. But that sounds so unreasonable when we see so much death and destruction happening right now. How do we not become alarmed? Pastor Mike helps us find comfort with this reminder.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.
Get your free download at timeofgrace.org/thebasics
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
To stay rooted in Jesus, subscribe to our daily email! https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/
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What is the first love in your life? In our busy world of work, school, kids, and relationships, what is your greatest passion? Your answer is so important when it comes to love. Because in order to love well, you need to have the right order of your loves—starting with the first love.
Get Pastor's Mike new book, "What Is Love?", which has a Bible study written by Time of Grace writer and podcaster Amber Albee Swenson: https://bit.ly/3ux5RB0
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
Happy Easter! Pastor Mike reminds us that we get to celebrate Easter EVERY day!
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
What if someone told you that you could have the best life possible? Even if your life is already pretty good right now, or especially if it's not, you CAN have a really full and abundant life. And, as Pastor Mike shares in today's Easter message, it starts with knowing the beautiful promise Jesus made.
Get Pastor's Mike new book, "What Is Love?", which has a Bible study written by Time of Grace writer and podcaster Amber Albee Swenson: https://bit.ly/3ux5RB0
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
Issue after issue, regardless of which side you choose, everyone says Jesus is on their side. But two thousand years ago when Jesus walked the earth, what did he really say, and whose side would he take today? This message takes a close look at Jesus and his words and teaches us how we can learn from his perfect example of love.
Get Pastor's Mike new book, "What Is Love?", which has a Bible study written by Time of Grace writer and podcaster Amber Albee Swenson: https://bit.ly/3ux5RB0
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
Love. Some define love as speaking the truth, no matter how hard it is to hear. Others define it as acceptance, approval, and applause. Love, according to the apostle Paul, is actually both tough and tender—but love is not equal parts of both. Pastor Mike walks us through Paul's words, revealing Paul's recipe for love and giving us three takeaways on how we can show love in the most meaningful way.
Get Pastor's Mike new book, "What Is Love?", which has a Bible study written by Time of Grace writer and podcaster Amber Albee Swenson: https://bit.ly/3ux5RB0
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
How do you even tackle a subject as big as love? Especially when considering that God is love?
Pastor Mike is once again joined by Amber Albee Swenson—one of our Time of Grace bloggers, podcasters, and writers—as they give us a sneak peek at April's TV message series, "What Is Love?" Pastor Mike and Amber talk about whether love should be tough or tender—with Pastor Mike and Amber each revealing whether they are tough or tender. Spoiler for Amber: she has likely sent camp kids to therapy. The two take a deep dive into love, including showing love to those who disagree with you, whether our loves are ordered correctly, and how to love "those" people.
They also discuss this year's Easter sermon, where Amber poses the question: Even though we know Jesus has given us eternal life with his resurrection, why are so many Christians grumpy?
Pastor Mike and Amber also mention April's new book by Pastor Mike, "What Is Love?" which also includes a Bible study written by Amber. Get this new book, starting in April, at timeofgrace.org with your gift to the ministry.
If our hearts can deceive us and the world can mislead us, certainly the church is a good source of truth. Well . . . maybe. Since the hearts of church leaders can be deceived and many people can follow their teaching, how do we know we can trust the church? Pastor Mike explores what we can do so we know when to trust the church.
Get our new book, "Truth in Our Time": https://bit.ly/3vTwlPK
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
Think of the top two to three voices that get your attention the most: the cable news networks, talk radio shows, podcasts, friends, family members, pastors, teachers. Now, Pastor Mike challenges, are these voices sources of truth you can trust? How do you know? Pastor Mike looks to the Bible to help us answer if we can trust their truth.
Get our new book, "Truth in Our Time": https://bit.ly/3vTwlPK
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
“Be true to yourself.” That message is found everywhere in today's culture. Since churches, religions, and families are so obviously flawed, we are taught to turn inward in order to find what is true, beautiful, and right. But how do we sift through the countless and oftentimes conflicting desires that we find within? In this message, Pastor Mike poses the question, "Should I live my truth?" The Bible's answer may surprise you.
Get our new book, "Truth in Our Time": https://bit.ly/3vTwlPK
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
– Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
The cross. Pop stars, rappers, bikers, and pastors tattoo it on their bodies, an artistic shape that seems to mean all things to all people. But what does the cross actually mean? As Pastor Mike unpacks the word "cross," he shows us how knowing what the cross is, that Jesus died on one, and what Jesus' death means today will change us in profound ways.
Get our new book, "Truth in Our Time": https://bit.ly/3vTwlPK
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
How do we know what's true in today's world? With so many versions of "truth" coming at us, how do we know what to believe?
Pastor Mike is joined by special guest C.L. Whiteside, host of one of our podcasts, "The Nonmicrowaved Truth." Pastor Mike and C.L. give us some context and great discussion on our next TV message series, "Whose Truth Do I Trust?" While dissecting truth, the guys also manage to work in discussions about marriage, diversity, and how to handle critics. Also find out if Pastor Mike can do more push-ups than C.L., what both of them think about online arguments, and baby names Pastor Mike would suggest (even though neither of these guys are expecting any new family members!).
"Whose Truth Do I Trust?" kicks off on Sunday, March 13.
Pastor Mike also mentions March's new book, "Truth in Our Time," by Time of Grace contributing writer Dr. Paul Kelm. "Truth in Our Time" shows you how to anchor yourself in the truth of Scripture so you can successfully navigate our confusing culture. Get this new book at timeofgracestore.org with your gift to the ministry.
What did Jesus love to teach about the most? It wasn't love, grace, forgiveness, heaven, or hell. It was the kingdom of God. But in the 21st-century world, the idea of a "kingdom" is unclear. Pastor Mike defines "kingdom" using two key words and helps us see how we can find comfort in "kingdom," especially during life's scary moments and challenges.
Get our new book, "30 Words to Fire Up Your Faith": https://bit.ly/ToG_30words
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
This week, Pastor Mike answers more tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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Things can change so fast. If you want to move forward through hard times, there are two words to know.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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The Bible calls the husband to be the head of the family just like Jesus. But when your husband doesn’t want to fulfill this duty, how can you help him become the man Jesus wants him to be?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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Say what? The Bible says women can’t speak during church?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
Pastor Mike talks about a sermon series he did looking at God and gender. You can watch that series here: https://timeofgrace.org/series/god-and-gender/
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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The Bible tells us that bad company corrupts good character. But there’s a beautiful tension in the Bible, where Jesus says to love our enemies and love the world. So what's the answer? Is it OK to have non-Christian friends?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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What did angels do in the Bible? And what do they do for us today?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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Most people are familiar with faith. Christians have faith. Buddhists have faith. Atheists have faith in science and humanity. But what does the Bible mean by faith? Because the Bible certainly says a lot about faith. And that's why in this message, Pastor Mike slows down and digs deep into the word "faith" to make sure we all know what it means and how it helps us find lasting peace.
Get our new book, "30 Words to Fire Up Your Faith": https://bit.ly/ToG_30words
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– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike helps us to gain perspective on the end times.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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After Jesus comes back and judges all humanity, the minute after that’s over, what will it be like?
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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Knowing that Jesus will come back one day, how should we live our lives? Everything’s going to end anyway, right?
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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The Bible makes it clear Jesus WILL return. But can we figure out when that day will be? Pastor Mike shares a story from his past that gives us the proper perspective.
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://youtu.be/UWHreTMY788
Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
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If Jesus loves us and is supposed to come back, ending the pain and suffering of our world—kids get cancer, loved ones go through depression, spouses are betrayed, natural disasters cause destruction—why hasn’t he done it yet?
This week's devotional series by Pastor Mike is also featured on our Grace Talks Daily Devotional podcast!
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What do you believe about the end times? Why is it so easy for people to believe our world could end because of a global pandemic, climate change, or nuclear war—but not believe that Jesus will appear in the air and the world will end?
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To be saved means to be rescued from danger. So what danger are Christians talking about when they use this word? Who was in danger and is now saved? And by whom and from what and what for? Pastor Mike helps us understand the significance of "saved" and its impact on our lives.
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Grace is, as we have heard countless times, amazing. But what makes it so amazing? What exactly is "grace," and how do we even define it? Pastor Mike gives us a clear definition and what it means for us by opening up the Bible to the story of how a murderous man was transformed into the greatest missionary for Jesus—after being struck with grace.
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If there’s a word that seems simple to define, it’s the word good. Good is, well, good. It’s someone who isn’t bad. But how you define good is gravely important. Are you good? Are we good enough? If not, how do we become good in God’s sight? In this message, Jesus challenges our definition of good and calls us to the only way to be good enough to get close to God.
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Big churchy words. We use them every day, but do we really understand their deep meanings? And if it's hard for Christians to truly comprehend their magnitude, imagine how much harder it is for nonbelievers when Christians are trying to witness with these words!
What are some of these words? Pastor Mike is joined by Amber Albee Swenson—one of our Time of Grace bloggers, podcasters, and writers—as they discuss the next TV message series looking at the importance of understanding the words we use with our faith. In the course of the conversation, we learn the dangers of not understanding the words we use, the word Amber thought she already knew but quickly realized how much she still needed to learn, how we can avoid "the curse of knowledge," the book that confirmed Amber is not a "high-end Christian," and which word from this message series has hit Pastor Mike the most.
"Churchy Words Explained (and Why You Should Care)" kicks off this coming Sunday, Jan. 30.
Pastor Mike and Amber also talk about February's resource, "30 Words to Fire Up Your Faith." With hands-on activities like drawing, puzzles, and thought-provoking study questions, this activity journal invites you to explore some of the most important words from the Bible—and have fun doing it! Starting Feb. 1, you can get this journal at timeofgracestore.org with your gift to the ministry.
Shame is the unshakable feeling that we don’t belong, tempting us to run away from God and his people. Shame can be tied to something done to us, something we have done, or something we have continued to do. As hard as it is to open up about shame, it's even harder to address in the church. Pastor Mike dares us to cross that line and show what can happen when a Christian community learns to deal with shame.
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Watch the entire series from this past week as Pastor Mike answers more tough questions from viewers like you.
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– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
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Why were miracles so big in Jesus' day and not as big and crazy now?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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Are things of self-pleasure, such as masturbating, harmful to the body since you are the temple of God?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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How do we break the stereotype of judgmental Christians?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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In this modern-day era, is it okay for people live together before getting married?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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Is it true that women aren't allowed to hold higher positions in the church? This seems sexist and rudimentary.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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One in five adults deals with anxiety, caught in a snowballing avalanche of what-ifs and worst-case scenarios. As we enter another year of uncertainty and alarming headlines, it seems that, more than ever, people are being overcome by anxiety. There isn't a quick solution. But Pastor Mike says actively doing these four things, with the work of the Holy Spirit, will help you deal with anxiety.
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The people in our lives can lead us in different directions, good and bad. There are fools, the wise, and everyone in between. So how do we deal with people? How do we find our people? How do we know whom to trust? And whom to avoid? With the guidance of the wisest man in the ancient world, Pastor Mike gives us biblical insight on how to deal with people.
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"Be who you are." "You do you." That's what the world tells us. But what does Jesus say? When you're dealing with all the ups and downs of life, all your strengths and weaknesses, and all the complicating details of your life story, Jesus says the exact opposite: Don't be you. Pastor Mike helps us understand what Jesus means as we learn how to deal with ourselves.
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It's the beginning of a new year! But we still need to deal with certain things no matter what year and no matter what time of year.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker take a sneak peek at the first series of 2022, "How to Deal." The series gives a fresh look at how to deal with ourselves, other people, anxiety, and shame. Pastor Mike also shares an amazing story of God at work and how he connected more people to Jesus—through a text sent to the wrong person! Also learn what Pastor Mike prays for more than anything else as we step into 2022.
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How do you define the word love? We all agree that love is what our world needs more of, but what exactly is it? Is love tough or tender? strong or sweet? How do we know what true love is and, more important, where to find love that lasts throughout our lives?
"He Is the Life," original song written and performed by and courtesy of Jonathan Favorite.
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Merry Christmas! Did you know that Jesus wasn't born into a quiet, peaceful situation? Nope. It was quite the opposite! Pastor Mike explains in his Christmas message to you.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this week as Pastor Mike shows us the true meaning of Christmas by unpacking the Christmas story.
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Jesus is your Savior. And he's also your Lord. But what does that mean?
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You've been chosen by God. What does that mean?
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Even after the choices you've made and the baggage you bring, is Jesus still for you?
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Because Jesus was born, he gets it. Pastor Mike explains.
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We need to be rescued. But from what?
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How do you define the word peace? Is it merely the time when nations and people are not at war, when fighting and conflicts cease? The Bible’s answer is . . . kind of. The peace that the angels sang about the night of Jesus’ birth is something much more, something we all deeply long for, something that can only be provided from one source.
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How do you define the word joy? When that word appears on the latest Christmas card, where does your mind go? Is it just another word for happy, or is it something more? something deeper?
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this week as Pastor Mike gives us five steps to help us overcome anxiety.
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When we’re stuck in our own heads with anxiety weighing down our hearts, here is one of the most powerful things we can do.
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In our struggles against anxiety, remember that there is also a spiritual enemy against us. But Pastor Mike encourages us to fight back because we can take the enemy down with one word.
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Jesus makes an incredible offering to help us battle anxiety. It starts with seeking these two things.
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When we’re anxious, it’s so easy to think of everything that’s wrong or could go wrong. So then we just flip that thinking. But how? Pastor Mike gives us the second practical step to battling anxiety.
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Is anxiety part of your story? Pastor Mike opens up the Bible and helps us deal with anxiety with this simple first step.
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How do you define hope? We all agree that hope is a good thing to hold on to, but what exactly is it? And what happens if you put your hope in the wrong thing? This message will help you define one of Christmas’ important words—hope.
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You hear these words all Christmas season, but what do they ACTUALLY mean?
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker dissect these four Christmas buzzwords. And in the process, we learn which classic Christmas movies Pastor Mike has never seen (and probably never will), how the Bible defines love, and what Pastor Mike would say to those going through some emotional and mental health challenges this season.
The guys also talk about this month's challenge grant! Some generous friends have offered a $450,000 Challenge Grant to help more people find eternal satisfaction in Jesus! As a thank-you for your donation, you'll get a spiritual growth calendar and Pastor Mike's book, "Words That Matter." Starting Sunday, you can get these resources at timeofgracestore.org with your gift to the ministry.
For people living with constant pain, it's tempting to believe the lie that God is not good. Pastor Mike shares a verse from Jesus' brother James that gives us three things to remember in order to resist believing that deception.
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When tragedy strikes, like it did at a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, many of us are left wondering, “Why?” As Pastor Mike explains, instead of focusing on the “why,” we should focus on the “who.”
To be grateful for the hard times in your life is difficult. Pastor Mike asks: Do you think it’s possible that you could only get to certain places spiritually if you had first passed through the difficulties of pain, suffering, and hardship? The apostle Paul, a guy who was incredibly grateful and went through an incredible amount of suffering, is going to help us thank God even when we hurt.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this week as Pastor Mike teaches us what true joy and peace looks like.
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Peace isn’t a perfect life. What it is might surprise you. And you can have it at all times.
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There will always be something that threatens our peace—a diagnosis, financial stress, or relationship struggles. But peace isn’t just about being trouble-free. Pastor Mike shares a simple technique that will help you remember how to get true peace.
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There’s a special joy that never ends. And the good news, Pastor Mike says, is that you can have that kind of joy right now.
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How do we find the good kind of joy that God gives us? It doesn’t have to be hard if we just do this, Pastor Mike says.
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Why is it that some of the things that are bad for us can make us so happy in the moment? Even the Bible admits there’s a joy that comes from sin, Pastor Mike says. So how do we know if the joy we have is good or bad?
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If you struggle with gratitude, Pastor Mike says to read and chew on this 202-word sentence from the apostle Paul. Because it will remind you that you already have everything.
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When God takes away your health or your security or the life you long for, it feels like you have more reason to grumble than to be thankful. How can you be grateful when so many things go wrong? Today’s message has the apostle Paul’s powerful answer.
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How do we avoid the constant temptation to grumble and gripe, especially as we get closer to Thanksgiving?
Pastor Mike is joined again by Amber Albee Swenson—Time of Grace blogger, writer, and podcaster—as they give us a preview of November's TV message series, "Choose Gratitude Over Grumbling." Listen and learn how we can keep our perspective of God in the right place, how to prove that we're not just using God, and be reminded that God has marked us as his. Bonus: Learn how Pastor Mike is the mean group leader in his small group, how Amber forgot the most important word that starts with "J", and their go-to to get out of the grumble cycle!
Pastor Mike and Amber also talk about this month's resource, our 365-daily devotional, "Life to the Full: Devotions to Help You Seek God Every Day." This devotional gets you into God’s Word daily and helps you apply his truth to your life. Get "Life to the Full" starting this Sunday, Nov. 7!
What do you do, what do you think, and how do you deal with Jesus when you don't agree with him? Pastor Mike gives two reasons why when you disagree with Jesus, you should give up the seat of authority and willingly die to trying to have the last word.
You're not the best, the strongest, the fastest, the most patient, or the most loving. But God isn't waiting for that day or that year when you finally start winning a few victories. It's when you feel stuck and at your weakest when you see God's glory.
Listen to the entire series from this past week as Pastor Mike answers more tough questions from viewers like you.
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What does generosity look like? Pastor Mike flips this issue on its head and warns us not to give TOO much.
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Are you like Pastor Mike and sometimes get nervous of others' reactions when you tell people you're a Christian? It feels like the world is against Christians. What can you do?
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Was Jesus just a really good teacher? or prophet? Or are there clues in the Bible that show Jesus is God?
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How do we keep believing in Jesus in the midst of unspeakable horrors being committed against Christians every day?
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Do you have to confess to others in order to be forgiven? Pastor Mike challenges us to think of this question in a different way: SHOULD you confess?
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"Let my people go," God said 3,500 years ago to the king of Egypt who enslaved God's people. God fought to set his people free. And though he no longer uses frogs or flies like he did back then, God still fights for us today. Pastor Mike shares two of those ways in today's message.
When life gets messy and complicated, we find ourselves wanting to tap out, give up, and object to God. But God doesn't give up on us. Pastor Mike shows us three things God does to overcome our objections and arguments with him while providing for us during our time of need.
God certainly can do miracles. But he normally doesn't. Instead, he works through the most natural people and natural means. Pastor Mike explores the story of Moses to uncover three ways God works through ordinary people like us.
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God uses ordinary people just like you. Need some evidence? Just open the Bible! Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson talk about her book, "Chosen for More," and how God uses people right where they're at. Amber talks about how her book walks us through people in the Bible who were pretty ordinary but God used them anyway.
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We may not have Moses' staff or the ten plagues to help us, but we are still like Moses in many ways. Like how we oftentimes don't think God can use us.
But oh yes, God can and does certainly use us. Pastor Mike is joined by Amber Albee Swenson this month to give us a sneak peek at October's TV message series that takes a look at Moses' life and ours, "Am I Strong Enough?" Pastor Mike and Amber—Time of Grace blogger, writer, and podcaster—touch upon burning bush moments (or lack thereof in our lives), worry, idolatry, how God uses us, and many more topics!
They also talk about October's resources. "Gifted for More" is a book by Dr. Bruce Becker. This engaging study shows you how to discover your own giftedness. Also included is Amber's book, "Chosen for More," which encourages you in the special role you have to play in God's story. Starting Sunday, you can get these resources at timeofgracestore.org with your gift to the ministry.
Bonus! Pastor Mike and Amber had such a great, in-depth discussion about her book that we broke that off into a bonus episode! Look for it!
How do we pray powerful and effective prayers? Pastor Jeremy shares what we can do to ensure God hears and answers our prayers, while reminding us that prayer is the powerful way God has equipped us to make a difference in our world.
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When life seems unfair and we're crying out to God in prayer, why does he take so long to bring about justice? Why do we need to keep knocking and keep praying? Pastor Mike says there is a reason why Jesus makes us wait.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike walks us through how we can stop making unhealthy comparisons of ourselves against others.
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It’s not a bad thing to notice the differences in spiritual gifts that you have. What IS bad is when you let the differences do what it did to Pastor Mike—make you cry. Here’s how to avoid that.
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We all want to be noticed—known and applauded with likes, hearts, and thumbs-up on social media. But these outward appearances aren’t what matter.
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Whether God made you above-average smart or your grades weren’t that great or you fall somewhere in between, you have this significant thing in common.
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How do we stop making constant comparisons with other people’s bodies? Pastor Mike reminds us of these important biblical truths.
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Is it against the will of God to be competitive? Well, Pastor Mike says, it depends on what you do with it.
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Prayer should be simple, right? You talk; God listens. But it's not always that easy because there are two big dangers that happen when you try to pray. How do you avoid them? Fortunately for us, Jesus pointed out these problems and then gave brilliant solutions like only he could.
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If you had to grade your prayer life, what would you give yourself? If there's room to improve, what can you do? There's a simple truth, Pastor Mike says, that will bring you one step closer to the prayer life so many of us crave.
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Prayer can be hard. But it doesn't have to be.
Pastor Mike, who freely admits that he "stinks at prayer," and Dr. Bruce Becker preview September's TV message series, "Pray Like a Pro." They talk about the two words that are the foundation of a strong prayer life, the two biggest problems with people's prayer lives, and what a persistent widow teaches us.
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To many people today, a 30-year-old virgin is a fascinating species. Is he dying inside? Is he repressed and frustrated? Ask Jesus. He was fully man in every way, a sexual being, yet fully content to be sexless. Jesus proves that sex is not required for a satisfying life, which is thrilling news for singles, divorcees, widows, and couples struggling with their sex lives. Having a joyful connection to God makes sex a good but unnecessary gift from God.
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Like fire, sex must be treated with a healthy fear. Mess around with one flame and you might get hurt. Mess around with one night and you might get hurt worse. This message explores the Bible’s loving warnings about sex, showing Gods’ loving and fatherly heart and why he restricts sex to the commitment of marriage.
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So often we expect sex to be easy, just like in the movies. But that expectation leads to pressure, frustration, and disillusionment with others. God, on the other hand, expects sex to be the result of a process of love and respect. The apostle Paul’s classic words to husbands and wives aren’t mainly about sex, but they are the key to true intimacy.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike helps us learn how to start reading the Bible.
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Should you be on a one-year Bible reading plan? How much should you read each day?
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The Old Testament is long and can be hard to wrap your brain around. But God gave you a Bible hack to understanding this toughest part of the Bible.
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After you learn about the life of Jesus in the four gospels, what should you read next?
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The Bible might be the biggest and most complex book you read. It has 2 testaments, 66 books, over 1,000 separate chapters, and 31,173 verses. So where do you even begin? Pastor Mike shares the second tip in your Bible journey.
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The best place to start reading the Bible doesn’t start with the best somewhere but with the best Someone. Pastor Mike shares the first tip in your journey to reading the Bible.
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In the beginning, when everything was very good, there was sex. God’s idea. God’s invention. God’s gift to husband and wife. In a world where too many of us have been victims of sexual sin or victims of an anti-sex church culture, we need the reminder that sex by God’s design is still very good.
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Why is Pastor Mike preaching about sex this month?
Pastor Mike tells us exactly why as he and Dr. Bruce Becker give us a glimpse at what to expect with this month's TV message series, "Sexpectations." They look at what God says about sex vs. what our culture tells us and whether sex is necessary. They also get into the most sensual book of the Bible, and Pastor Mike shares what he hopes listeners and viewers can take away from this series.
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What does a strange story of an old man physically wrestling with God have to do with us and our prayer lives? A lot. Pastor Mike drills deep into this scene from the life of Jacob in the Old Testament to show us how we can hold God accountable to his promises.
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What goes around, comes around, right? . . . Not so fast. In every human heart is the temptation to speed up the process of karma and pay people back what we think they deserve. But, Pastor Mike warns, karma is dangerous. And instead, we should focus on karma's counterpart. How?
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One sentence composed of three words and nine letters can change everything about your life. It reminds us of the power of presence and has the power to give us peace and happiness. Pastor Mike takes us on a deep dive of finding that peace and joy.
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We know that honesty is the best policy, even when we are tempted to lie because the truth will cost us. Yet we lie anyway. But perhaps even more damaging is when we fall for the two biggest lies we've been told most of our lives—lies that we even tell ourselves.
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Watch the entire devotional series from this week as Pastor Mike tells us why we CAN'T be just "spiritual but not religious."
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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Spoiler: It's not okay for you to just believe in God and just pray to him without any structure or organized religion. And here's why.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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Can you forgive the pastors who have hurt and disappointed you? Can you reconnect with a church again?
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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These are the two truths your church needs to tell you.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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You can podcast a thousand different sermons, stream amazing worship music, and make online donations to a church. So why do you need to come to an actual church?
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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Are you content to have a personal relationship with God and see no need for community? God insists otherwise, Pastor Mike says.
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How do we find more self-control in our lives? The Bible gives us a clear answer. Spoiler: It's not where most self-help books would direct you. And what does it mean when you lose self-control and mess up? Does God still love you? Pastor Mike digs into Genesis and looks at the life and family of Jacob to find the answers.
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What can we learn from a deceptive man with a dysfunctional family? A lot.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker give us a sneak peek at this month's TV message series, "Flawed but Blessed," which takes a look at how God was able to use Jacob despite his many flaws. Pastor Mike reveals the top three self-control issues that Christians face, warns about the two lies you've been told your whole life, and discusses whether karma plays a role in Jacob's story.
The guys also talk about the new book they cowrote, "Undeserved: How God's Grace Can Erase Your Failures," which further explores the life of Jacob. The book, with its engaging study questions and application sections, is designed to help us see how, with God, we can overcome our failures. Get the book starting Sunday, July 4, by visiting timeofgracestore.org.
What guidance does God give us on how to deal with government and the moral dilemma over issues such as abortion? Pastor Mike talks about the relationship between church and government, how issues such as abortion fit into the mix, and what we can learn from the New Testament Christians.
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God loves life. Throughout the Bible, God has much to say about the lives of people who are outside of the womb. Poor lives. Struggling lives. Trapped lives. Scared lives. What would it look like if God’s people felt the same way and deeply cared about each life? How might the abortion discussion change if every Christians was pro (every) life?
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Part 2 of 2. Abortion is one of culture’s most complex debates, spilling onto street corners, courtrooms, and social media. But what does the Bible say about this issue, if anything? How should followers of Jesus feel personally about abortion, given the multitude of reasons that unplanned pregnancies are ended?
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Abortion is one of culture’s most complex debates, spilling onto street corners, courtrooms, and social media. But what does the Bible say about this issue, if anything? How should followers of Jesus feel personally about abortion, given the multitude of reasons that unplanned pregnancies are ended? Part 1 of 2.
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During the month of June, we at Time of Grace are going there—we're talking about abortion.
Hear why Pastor Mike is tackling this complex issue. He is joined by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace bloggers, podcasters, and writers, as they take a deep dive into Pastor Mike's upcoming TV message series on abortion. They examine truth, preemptive preaching as parents, healing and forgiveness, how the church should respond, and the unfortunate entanglement of government and politics.
The first message from this four-part series will air this coming Sunday, June 6.
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Pastor Mike mentions his new book, "Pro (Every) Life," which is filled with personal stories from those who have walked the path of abortion and bravely shared their experiences. It offers a unique window into the real-life impact of abortion. "Pro (Every) Life" will be available at timeofgrace.org starting Sunday.
Amber will also continue the conversation on her podcast, "Little Things." In a three-part series, Amber talks with two women who had abortions, the subsequent trauma and impact, and how they found healing. Just search "Little Things" on your favorite podcast app.
Statistically, whether we know it or not, all of us know and love someone who has been abused. And all of us know and love someone who has been abusive. So how can we be a blessing to both? How can we comfort, confront, and bring healing to our circle of influence?
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Hurt people hurt people. If you're doing bad things because bad things were done to you by your abusive father, what hope is there for you?
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What does the Bible say—should you go back to a father who was abusive?
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You may be struggling with the continual nature of forgiveness, especially when it comes to an abusive dad. You forgave in the past, but today you're in a different emotional spot. What do you do?
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What right does your abusive father have to be forgiven by you? You may feel you have every right to hate him.
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The abuse from your father left a deep wound. Where and how do you even start the healing process?
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What does God say to those who have hurt others? Can we, like Jesus, be full of both grace and truth to the abusive? Pastor Mike talks about how abusers can move forward—beyond God's wrath—to a healing and hopeful relationship with God and the church.
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Despite the alarming statistics, the topic of abuse is rarely touched in the Christian community. What does God say about abuse? What does God think about abuse? What does God say to a church filled with unspoken trauma and deep wounds?
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The reality of heaven and hell is one that Jesus himself talked about. By looking at what he says about them in the Bible, we get the incredible perspective on what comes next and how we should feel about our place after we’re done on this earth.
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Listen to the entire series from this past week as Pastor Mike answers more tough questions from viewers like you.
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We're obviously not perfect. Does that mean the Father who created us is not perfect?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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Abuse affects more people than we think—1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men. What does God say about the topic?
Pastor Mike is joined by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace bloggers and writers, as they talk about the upcoming TV message series, "Abuse: What Does God Say?" Pastor Mike and Amber look at the need to talk about this topic in church, the definition of abuse, what happens if you have been abused by church leaders, and where God is in all of this.
The first message from this three-part series will air Sunday, May 16.
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Pastor Mike and Amber also talk about Pastor Mike's new book, "How to Heal," which addresses what God says to the abused, the abusive, and the church that's called to minister to both. The book is available now at timeofgrace.org.
Amber will also continue the conversation on her podcast, "Little Things." On Sunday, May 23, Amber will talk with Michelle Markgraf, the director of family support services for Kingdom Workers, about her experience of working with abuse victims. Tune in to that episode! Just search "Little Things" on your favorite podcast app.
Salvation comes through your relationship with Jesus, not through Baptism . . . right?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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If you are saved, forgiven, and adopted into the family of God, can you lose all that?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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Heaven isn't here; it's "there." But where is "there"?
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How is it fair that God allows kids to die, kids who haven't done anything wrong?
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How do we reconcile the tension of science and religion? What are we supposed to do when we feel like we need to walk away from Jesus for the sake of hard evidence? Pastor Mike gives us five compelling ideas to remind us that, according to the Bible, we don't need to choose between head and heart.
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Hypocrites are everywhere, pretending to be one thing when they're really something else. What do we do when we meet one or—worse yet—when we have BEEN one? In this message, we examine our own identity and see who we are as seen through the eyes of Jesus.
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Are we really born sinful? That's a hard pill for many people to swallow. What if we asked Moses, Paul, and Jesus this question? What would they say? Take a closer look at the Bible's teaching about the human heart, and the answer is clear.
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Is it a sin to drink or do any kind of drug?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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What does the Bible say about cremation?
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What should I do if my family doesn't believe in Jesus? I know I should pray, but is there anything else I should do?
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How do you talk to someone about Jesus if you're pretty sure their deceased parents are not with Jesus?
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Do our loved ones in heaven watch over us? And are guardian angels real?
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Is the Bible really a HOLY book? What makes it unique from all the other books of other religions? Pastor Mike lays out the reasons why we can lean heavily on the accuracy and truth of this ancient text.
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What does Christ's resurrection mean for you? Join Pastor Mike in Israel as he shares the good news of Easter from the place where some scholars believe Jesus died and was buried. Learn about the three amazing truths that the empty tomb brings to your life.
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There are some questions and objections that keep skeptics from seeking faith. You may have asked those questions privately yourself. So if people are asking those questions, that's even more reason to tackle them head-on.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team give you a sneak peek at this month's TV message series, "Skeptical Faith," a five-part series that will continue into May. Pastor Mike gives a preview of the topics he will address. And the guys reveal there will be a special guest pastor for two of the topics (if you watch our Grace Talks video devotions and Evening Encouragement videos, you'll be pleased!). And one of these pastors may or may not have a Moana tattoo . . .
The guys also remind you to tune in this Sunday for the Easter message, which is unlike any other Easter message from Time of Grace! Or from anyone, really (YouTube confirms this!).
Pastor Mike and Dr. Becker also talk about the new book, "Tough Questions, Reasoned Answers." Starting this coming Sunday, April 4, you can get your copy by visiting timeofgracestore.org.
What do you do when you can't forgive yourself? Pastor Mike shares three situations when it is especially hard to forgive our own actions—and reveals the two offensive truths about us when we think we can't forgive ourselves.
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Does forgiving someone mean you act like their sin against you never happened? And then even if you forgive, how do you heal? The apostle Paul tells you exactly what you need to do.
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Listen to the entire series from this past week as Pastor Mike answers more tough questions from viewers like you.
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
Pastor Mike mentions the sermon he preached on depression. You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/ly_EWZvzFqo
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I’ve heard conflicting talk about how we are to pray to God. Are we supposed to pray boldly or humbly or both at the same time? Can you please explain how we are to pray?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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In Numbers 15, God ordered a man to be stoned to death for gathering wood on the Sabbath. What exactly does keeping the Sabbath Day holy mean for me? I don’t do chores on Sunday, but my husband does. It’s an ongoing debate in our family.
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Why do Jesus’ blood and death save us from hell? Why such suffering to save us, and how does this allow us to have a relationship with God?
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What evidence can we offer someone who believes the Bible is fictional?
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It seems depression and anxiety are on the rise, especially with the COVID pandemic. What portions of the Bible can we point people—especially teens—to?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from viewers like you.
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Forgiving someone can be one of the hardest things God calls you to do. But how are you expected to do it when it seems impossible? Pastor Mike shows how our relationship with Christ is key in how we behave toward those who have wronged us.
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Where do you start the journey of forgiveness? Is forgiveness a "one and done"? Or is it a process we need to deal with daily? What the Bible has to say about forgiveness is not only helpful and powerful; it's shockingly offensive.
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Why is it so hard to forgive? Here's a double whammy for you: not only is forgiving hard; it is offensive. It feels so offensive to let it go when someone sins against you and they deserve payback—but instead you're supposed to love and not seek revenge. So . . . how do you forgive?
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team give you a sneak peek at this month's TV message series, "Forgiveness Is Offensive." They also discuss the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation (spoiler: You CAN forgive without reconciliation), why Pastor Mike thinks we struggle so much with forgiving others, and how it is incredibly arrogant to say, "I can't forgive myself."
Bonus! The guys also give you a quick glimpse at what to expect for this year's Easter message, which is unlike any other Easter message from Time of Grace!
They also discuss Dr. Becker's podcast, "Bible Threads." Just search "Bible Threads" on your favorite podcast app. "Bible Threads" will be back with a new episode on March 11!
Pastor Mike and Dr. Becker also talk about the interactive forgiveness journal, "The Impossible Made Possible," which accompanies the TV message series. Starting this coming Sunday, March 7, you can get your copy of this journal, along with a keepsake Forgiveness Stone, by visiting timeofgracestore.org.
Jeremiah 29:11 is a popular Bible verse that can be found on coffee mugs, Pinterest art, and memes: "For I know the plans I have for you." God does have great plans for his people, but the way that verse has been used today is not the way God intended it.
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Christians love to say, "God won't give you more than you can handle" when they encourage friends and family who are overwhelmed. Except there's a major problem with this: that's actually not a verse in the Bible. There's a verse similar to it in the New Testament. When the apostle Paul wrote his words, he wrote them as both a warning and a comfort.
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Just a few people show up for Bible study. Less than half of people come to church. That's when you launch into Jesus' words: "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” But make sure to read the context. Instead of being words of assurance during events with low attendance, Jesus was actually talking about the tough topic of how to deal with sin in the church.
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Jesus' words "Do not judge" sound pretty straightforward, right? Yes, Pastor Mike says, the answer is clear. But read this verse in context to understand that it applies to more than just other people—you too will need to look in the mirror.
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If a person never heard about Jesus and, therefore, doesn't believe in him, does that person go to hell?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from from viewers like you.
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They adorn coffee cups, Pinterest, T-shirts, and wall art. But these warm and fuzzy Bible verses are often taken out of context (likely even by you!). What are some of these verse, and how are they being misused?
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team give you a sneak peek at this month's TV message series, "Out of Context." You'll also discover which of these two pastors have misused a verse (spoiler: BOTH of them!), which one was directed to include one of the verses as part of a graduation speech—upsetting parents in the process—and which resorted to a misused verse after having to contend with a particular NFL team that dons the green and gold.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Becker also talk about the interactive book "Out of Context: 8 Bible Passages Most Christians Get Wrong," which accompanies the TV message series. Starting this coming Sunday, February 7, you can get your copy of this book by visiting timeofgracestore.org.
2020 was a very political year that divided the country and families. How does Jesus want us to approach this issue of division, and how would Jesus handle it?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from from viewers like you.
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Is porn harmful even when a married couple watches it together?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from from viewers like you.
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There are Bible verses that talk about God sending plagues so that nations will turn back to God. Was God talking about COVID-19? And is the pandemic meant to bring the nations back to God?
This week, Pastor Mike answers tough questions from from viewers like you.
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How is birth control in marriage acceptable? Doesn't God say to enjoy the gift of sex and multiply?
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Who is Jesus? Pastor Mike's answer consists of just three simple words. Yet through these words that succintly encapsulate Jesus' identity, you will see how your struggles and fears can be put to rest.
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Jesus didn't sugarcoat it: following him comes at a great cost because you have to put him first. So why even follow Jesus? Because the reward, Pastor Mike says, is even greater.
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Pride isn't always thinking too much of ourselves; sometimes it's just thinking of ourselves too much. And that self-focus often leads to a mess. So how do we humble ourselves? Where do we start?
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What gets in the way of you going to heaven? Not your mistakes and sins; otherwise, who would go to heaven? Instead, Pastor Mike says that the biggest barrier to spiritual maturity and heaven is . . . being stupid. Explore with Pastor Mike in this message how we are to receive the people and help that God sends us so that we don't become proverbial fools.
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It's the start of a new year, which means we've made our resolutions and set goals. But Pastor Mike flips the idea of New Year's resolutions and goal setting on its head by asking: What does God want for us? Spoiler: It's not for us to be more patient, more generous, or more loving. His goal for us is much bigger and better.
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What's the most important characteristic in our relationships? Including our relationship with Jesus? Pastor Mike often sums it up best when he says, "Father, bless us with less us."
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team take a look at January's TV programs that focus on "Less Me"—looking at humility by seeing how Jesus modeled it for us.
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Do you fall into the comparison trap? One of the most natural things for the human heart is to forget about the actual life God has given us because we're so interested in the life God has given others. John the Baptist didn't fall for the comparison trap. Pastor Mike shows how we can also bypass it by remembering John's key point of what matters most.
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Christmas today will look very different. But Pastor Mike reminds us that the Good News is still good.
Merry Christmas from your friends at Time of Grace!
As Christmas nears, what gift is your heart yearning for? Is there something that if you received it, it would make you happy and give you peace? Be careful about what gets the last word in your heart. In this account from the book of Matthew, John the Baptist reveals the path that many people don't follow, but it's one that leads to incredible blessing.
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How impressive is your Jesus? The answer to that question might determine the quality of your Christmas. That’s why John the Baptist wants to remind you who Jesus really is and how impressive his work really was.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this week as Pastor Mike helps us see the importance of the Bible in our lives.
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Why should you trust the Bible? Pastor Mike gives three compelling reasons.
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Do you ever wonder why God doesn't speak directly to you? Actually, he does.
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If you want to start reading the Bible, where do you start? Pastor Mike can't tell you where to start, but he can tell you how.
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The Bible is a complicated book. But jump to the end, and you'll see how simple and amazing its message is.
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Why is the Bible so important? Pastor Mike tells us why.
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When we're depressed, sometimes we naively think that if we just go to church, just sing the right song, or just say the right prayer, our depression will go away. But God's to-do list for depression isn't something he's commanding us to do; it's something he himself is getting done. Pastor Mike looks to a 3,000-year-old psalm to find how God is helping.
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What does John the Baptist have to do with hip-hop artists and rappers from the '80s? Quite a lot, actually! Rappers needed their hype men to get people excited before they took the stage . . . John the Baptist prepared the way and was Jesus' hype man! Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team dive into December's TV series, ""Christmas Hype."" As they discuss how John was preparing people for Jesus' coming, they also touch upon men's fashion (guess whether Pastor Mike or Bruce used to subscribe to GQ), not falling into the trap of comparison, and how COVID-19 may actually give us an opportunity to have an authentic Christmas. ""Christmas Hype,"" a three-part series, will air beginning December 13.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Becker also discuss Dr. Becker's new book, "Prophecies and Fulfillment: God Is Still in Control." The book explores the amazing prophecies foretold and events God orchestrated to implement his plan to save the world through Christ. Starting this Sunday, December 6, you can get your copy by visiting: https://bit.ly/3qjchRn
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Jesus told his followers to "Go" and share the good news. But what if you don't feel qualified? What if you think you have made too many mistakes? Well, if you think you're really messed up, then you might just be the perfect person to go and tell the world about Jesus.
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It's tempting to think that we just need to wait out this broken world until Jesus comes back, to think that joy only begins with heaven. But the apostle Peter tells us that right now, even during our struggles and challenges, an inexpressible joy is possible.
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What happens if something gets in between you and the promise of heaven? At first glance, the Bible's answer may sound contradictory. But as Pastor Mike digs into the apostle Peter's letter that he wrote to friends who were being persecuted, we see why we can turn our fear into peace.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike helps us learn what is true happiness—and where to find it.
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It's only when you tap into something unfailing that you can really have happiness.
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What can Broadway teach us about happiness? Spoiler: That we're looking for it in the wrong places. Pastor Mike explains.
Sometimes we're so focused on the temporary bits of pleasure that we forget the source of true happiness.
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Happiness isn't easy to hold on to. Because there's only one real place where happiness lasts.
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We all desire to be happy. So how do we get happiness? What's the source of real happiness?
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Sometimes we feel stuck in our relationship with God. There's pain, suffering, frustration in our lives. Maybe we're just lukewarm about our faith. So how do we get closer to God? Pastor Mike says to start with writing a eulogy—about God.
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What do we do with people? In a world where some people pull us away from God and others encourage us toward him, how do we determine which people to allow into our lives? The apostle Paul’s wisdom is as needed as ever, wisdom that forces us to think of the best “And.”
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A person either has saving faith in Jesus or they don't, right? So what does "Evolution of Faith" mean? Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team give you an inside peek at how November's TV series, "Evolution of Faith," will explore the ways our faith CAN grow and become stronger. "Evolution of Faith," a three-part series, will air beginning November 8.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Becker also discuss Pastor Mike's book "Rooted" and a 30-day devotional he wrote, "Worthy of Praise." Starting this Sunday, November 1, you can get your copy of "Rooted" and "Worthy of Praise" by visiting https://bit.ly/31SMYLp.
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Some Christians talk all about grace and not much about works. Others focus on obedience after breezing past Jesus on the cross. The apostle Paul picks a middle ground and focuses on something else.
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This world is filled with so many temptations that leave us looking for more self-control. How do we say no to worldly passions that would make us feel so good in the moment? God already gave us the greatest power source to do this. Pastor Mike reveals the number-one way God motivates us to change.
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Doing good things in life is hard, even though the Bible gives us so many reasons to do good. Digging into the book of Titus, Pastor Mike talks about the most important reason to do good, a reason that many of us often forget.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike helps us see how simple it is for us to go in prayer to our Father in heaven.
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Why doesn't God answer your prayers for justice? Pastor Mike says the answer is simple.
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How do you get God's attention? Do you sometimes feel like you're annoying him or bothering him with your prayers?
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Doing the right thing is hard. Doing the right thing for the right reasons is even harder.
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Here's a twist for you: pray for stuff you're already good at. Pastor Mike explains.
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What will make you great at prayer? Pastor Mike's answer may surprise you.
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We must share that God is here with us right now. And we must know when to say, "Stop it," when others deviate from God's Word. Pastor Mike teaches how we can know when people try to add man-made rules to God's Word and when they subtract truth from it.
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Don't fall for the half-truths that Satan can use—when he wants to stop a sentence with a period instead of a comma. That is the power of the word "And." Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team take a look at the story behind this month's TV series. It explores the book of Titus and how this little book of 46 verses teaches us the importance of good doctrine AND good deeds.
They also discuss Pastor Mike's new book, "No Fear Year." As Pastor Mike puts it, the year 2020 "has forced Christians to take the plunge into the deep end of fear or turn to what IS certain. And that's GOD." Starting this Sunday, Oct. 4, you can get your copy of "No Fear Year" by visiting https://bit.ly/3mW2mzE.
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Those who lead the church have a high and holy calling. They can bring many people to Jesus or damage those whom God loves dearly. Therefore, the apostle Paul gives Titus–and us–high standards for our message and personal lifestyle.
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Life can change drastically when we listen beyond just one part of the story. Add an "and" and listen to all of it. Pastor Mike digs into the book of Titus to show how this word, "and," can make a difference by seeing where God is in life.
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Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to the entire fifth series of Pastor Mike's Israel devotions from this past week, as he helps us see how Jesus is part of our everyday lives.
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Why are you motivated to do hard things?
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here in Capernaum where Jesus did his ministry, Pastor Mike encourages us to keep serving even when it's difficult.
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If you follow Jesus, many will not love or accept you. But suffer anyway.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here in Jerusalem, Pastor Mike encourages us to look forward to the city that is to come.
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Letting your light shine isn't just about the amazing things you do. It's so much more.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here where Jesus gave his famous Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Mike reminds us about our role to shine.
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No matter what happens in this world or the challenges you're facing in your life, you don't have to be in the dark.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the ancient synagogue in Magdala in Galilee, Pastor Mike reminds us about the Light of the world.
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What can you do when faced with temptation? Frustrate the devil the way Jesus did. Pastor Mike shares how—from near the spot where Jesus was tempted.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here in Jerusalem at the Temple Mount, Pastor Mike reminds us how Jesus' obedience saved us.
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A protective father dies young. A talented teammate moves away. A close friend gets a new job. In a world where nothing–even the best things in life–lasts for long, all you need to do is read Psalm 136 to see what does endure forever.
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When you're afraid, when you're ready to flip out, when you need a refuge from fear, just where can you go to find God? Pastor Mike points us to a 3,000-year-old psalm that reminds us we don't need to go anywhere in order to discover God.
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What's the story behind Pastor Mike's latest sermon series, "Keep the Faith"? To hear Pastor Mike tell it, it was an audible—and a necessary one in response to COVID-19, despite the challenges of preaching to an empty sanctuary.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Bruce Becker from the Time of Grace team talk about the series and Pastor Mike's new books: "3 Words That Will Change Your Life" and its companion resource "THIS! Practical Ways to Enjoy GOD Moment by Moment." Starting Sunday, September 6, you can get your copies of these two books by visiting https://bit.ly/3b41kfv
Pastor Mike and Dr. Becker also talk about the new podcast, "Bible Threads With Dr. Bruce Becker." Watch for its first episode next Thursday, September 10. Search for it on your favorite podcast platform!
When life gets messy (and it will), do you know what to do? In today's message, Pastor Mike digs into the book of Lamentations and looks at what the prophet Jeremiah says when it seems hope is gone and life is too messed up.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike helps us see what we need to get through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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What's the most essential truth you need to get through this pandemic?
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Our attitude is shaped by those around us. So who's got your ear and heart during this pandemic?
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Do you think you deserve better than the unfairness you've been dealt from the coronavirus pandemic? Pastor Mike's answer may surprise you.
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We need to have a spiritual plan to push back against the coronavirus pandemic so we don't lose our faith. Pastor Mike shares how we can do that.
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God brings the storm and calms it: He wants to give you good things but doesn't want you to forget him. He allows hardship in your life but doesn't want you to get angry. How does God maintain this sweet spot of giving you blessings and pain so you keep the faith? With these two truths that Pastor Mike will explore in today's message.
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You may be drinking with the devil and not even know it. Beware because there are three shots the devil would love for you to drink that will shake your faith. Learn what these lies are and how to combat them so you can stay sober with God's truth.
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Are you afraid of the wrong things? Are you stressing out over medical diagnoses, money, and what others think about you? Jesus taught that these worries only affect 0.0000000001% of our lives. And instead, we need to focus on what really matters.
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What do you do when life feels out of control? When, despite your best efforts, you realize that you can’t control anyone or anything? The answer is found in an often-forgotten story from the end of Jesus’ life.
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(Part 2 of 2) If God created us male and female, why have so many of God’s sons questioned if he actually created them to be his daughters? And why have so many Christian women wondered if they were really made to be God’s sons? Paul indirectly answered these questions when he wrote about the struggles of life in this broken world. Both parts of this message intend to explain the transgender temptation and offer hope and encouragement to those facing it.
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(Part 1 of 2) If God created us male and female, why have so many of God’s sons questioned if he actually created them to be his daughters? And why have so many Christian women wondered if they were really made to be God’s sons? Paul indirectly answered these questions when he wrote about the struggles of life in this broken world. Both parts of this message intend to explain the transgender temptation and offer hope and encouragement to those facing it.
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A few months ago, Pastor Mike was invited to sit down virtually with some local high school students for a Q&A based off his book "Gay & God." Hear Pastor Mike's answers to their raw and real questions around this tough topic.
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(Part 2 of 2) Perhaps now more than ever, Americans find the idea of distinct gender roles as outdated, offensive, and oppressive. Much more preferable, many believe, is to recognize God-given gifts, regardless of gender. How does such thinking fit into the biblical view that Paul lays out in Ephesians chapter 5 where husbands are the “heads” of their wives and wives are called to submit to their husbands? How do biblically committed Christians winsomely explain these verses in our modern age?
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(Part 1 of 2) Perhaps now more than ever, Americans find the idea of distinct gender roles as outdated, offensive, and oppressive. Much more preferable, many believe, is to recognize God-given gifts, regardless of gender. How does such thinking fit into the biblical view that Paul lays out in Ephesians chapter 5 where husbands are the “heads” of their wives and wives are called to submit to their husbands? How do biblically committed Christians winsomely explain these verses in our modern age?
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(Part 2 of 2) First Timothy chapter 2 is a chapter in the Bible many Christians wish was not written. The apostle Paul’s words seem patriarchal and downright impossible. No elaborate hairstyles? or expensive clothes? Women in church must be “quiet”? Really? Both parts of this message, which are based on 1 Corinthians, seek to faithfully explore Paul’s provocative words from 1 Timothy in context and the issue of men and women working together in the church.
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As we continue to grapple with these turbulent and divisive times, Pastor Mike reminds us of how God loves all his people—people from all walks of life; imperfect, everyday people like us. Listen to the entire devotional series from this week. This series was recorded earlier this year when Pastor Mike was in Israel.
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God's not looking for the best and the brightest, the smartest nor the strongest. What does that mean for you?
As we continue to grapple with these turbulent and divisive times, Pastor Mike reminds us of how God loves all his people—people from all walks of life; imperfect, everyday people like us. This series was recorded earlier this year when Pastor Mike was in Israel.
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Jesus didn't come for perfect people. So if you've made mistakes in your life, don't panic.
As we continue to grapple with these turbulent and divisive times, Pastor Mike reminds us of how God loves all his people—people from all walks of life; imperfect, everyday people like us. This series was recorded earlier this year when Pastor Mike was in Israel.
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Sometimes it would be easier if we were all the same. When you see people who are different from you, remember these words . . . and these first-century stones.
As we continue to grapple with these turbulent and divisive times, Pastor Mike reminds us of how God loves all his people—people from all walks of life; imperfect, everyday people like us. This series was recorded earlier this year when Pastor Mike was in Israel.
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The divisions we see in religions, philosophies, and people aren't new. Tensions existed in Jesus' time too. Yet what did God still do?
As we continue to grapple with these turbulent and divisive times, Pastor Mike reminds us of how God loves all his people—people from all walks of life; imperfect, everyday people like us. This series was recorded earlier this year when Pastor Mike was in Israel.
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Even back in the first century, the church argued about who God's love is for. Sound familiar?
As we continue to grapple with these turbulent and divisive times, Pastor Mike reminds us of how God loves all his people—people from all walks of life; imperfect, everyday people like us. This series was recorded earlier this year when Pastor Mike was in Israel.
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(Part 1 of 2) First Timothy chapter 2 is a chapter in the Bible many Christians wish was not written. The apostle Paul’s words seem patriarchal and downright impossible. No elaborate hairstyles? or expensive clothes? Women in church must be “quiet”? Really? Both parts of this message, which are based on 1 Corinthians, seek to faithfully explore Paul’s provocative words from 1 Timothy in context and the issue of men and women working together in the church.
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(Part 2 of 2) In the beginning, when everything was perfect, God created people. Not only did he create Adam and Eve “in his image,” he also “created them male and female.” This message lays the foundation for our faith when it comes to gender, a faith in the Father who loves everyone of the children he has created.
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In the beginning, when everything was perfect, God created people. Not only did he create Adam and Eve “in his image,” he also “created them male and female.” This message lays the foundation for our faith when it comes to gender, a faith in the Father who loves everyone of the children he has created.
This is the first of a 2-part message on God's design for men and women. Come back next week to hear the second part!
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Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to the entire third series of Pastor Mike's Israel devotions from this past week, as he helps us see God's powerful grace in our lives.
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When you feel like your faith isn't where it should be, remember who Jesus' good news is for.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth, Pastor Mike reminds us of who Jesus came to save.
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Have you ever denied Jesus? with your words? actions? inactions? If so, the apostle Peter can teach you a lesson.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu in Jerusalem, Pastor Mike reminds us of the encouraging story of Peter and his denial of Jesus.
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You may not have much to offer Jesus, but that's okay. In fact, that's what Jesus wants.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at Capernaum in Galilee, where Jesus spent a lot of time during his ministry, Pastor Mike reminds us that nothing impresses Jesus.
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If you know you're not worthy of God's love, Pastor Mike says, ""Good. You got it right.""
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at Magdala in Galilee, Pastor Mike reminds us of Jesus' love for us.
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Instead of spending your life building something impressive to get to the presence of God, remember that Jesus just gives it.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at Caesarea Maritima, on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, Pastor Mike reminds us how our souls can be satisfied.
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Jesus’ mission for his followers was clear—Go and be my witnesses in all the earth. Then and now, what matters the most is the message of Jesus, the Savior, who is coming back soon.
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Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the entire second series of Pastor Mike's Israel devotions from this past week, as he reminds us just how powerful God's Word is in our lives.
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What can you do to write the words of God on the gates that you go in and out of each day?
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Zion Gate, one of the gates that lead into Jerusalem, Pastor Mike helps us find ways to remember God's words and promises.
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Do you struggle with lies and negative thoughts that seem to have a stronghold over you? You can overcome these strongholds with something much more powerful.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the ancient city of Megiddo with its massive walls, Pastor Mike reminds us of the truth of God's Word.
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You might be just inches away from the beauty of God's kingdom.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the first-century synagogue in Magdala, Pastor Mike helps us see just how close we can be to God.
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When you worship, God doesn't want you just to go through the motions.
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Southern Steps that led to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, Pastor Mike shows us how these steps teach us to stay focused.
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You can enjoy life as God sees it. Joy is even better. Pain is endurable. So how do you get there?
Pastor Mike was in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, Pastor Mike shows us how we can get closer to God's perspective.
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When a “bad Samaritan” met Jesus, she was shocked by his behavior. He engaged her, confused her, and then saved her, turning her into the Bible’s most unlikely missionary. This message reminds us that Jesus is still offering the Water of Life to the most unlikely people in the most unlikely places.
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Pastor Mike spent a week in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the entire series from this past week, as we kick off the first of Pastor Mike's devotions from Israel, focusing on how we can trust God, his plans, and his promises despite the uncertainties of our world.
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When God messes with your plans, he has better plans. Need proof? Just look at what God did with the apostle Paul.
Pastor Mike spent a week in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at Caesarea Maritima, where Paul was imprisoned for more than a year, Pastor Mike reminds us how God's plans work for our good.
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What's one of our worst problems? Always wanting our way and not wanting to submit.
Pastor Mike spent a week in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Garden of Gethsemane in Jerusalem, where Jesus submitted to his Father's will, Pastor Mike helps us learn to submit.
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In a world full of worry where we find it hard to sit still, God has two words for us.
Pastor Mike spent a week in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem, Pastor Mike reminds us how God is like a safe city for us.
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When you're worried, all you need to do is go outside, turn your ears to the sky, and listen to the birds.
Pastor Mike spent a week in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here at the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus gave his famous Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Mike reminds us what Jesus said about worry.
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God never claims that his plans or purposes will make sense to you. So what should you do when you're uncertain?
Pastor Mike spent a week in Israel right before the COVID-19 pandemic. We kick off his Israel devotions this week, as we look at how we can trust God even when we don't understand what's going on.
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Many Christians know the famous words of John 3:16. But when did Jesus speak them? And why? And to whom? This message teaches that powerful verse in the context of the powerful verses around it, reminding us of the new life that only the born again can find.
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Watch the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Mike shows us that, even in the midst of this coronavirus pandemic, we do not have to give in to our fears.
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This coronavirus pandemic is a reminder that you don't have to wait until the end to see that your eternal life already began. Pastor Mike explains.
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Do you ever wonder if you're worthy of God's love? If you wonder, just remember the remarkable story of the woman who was possessed by seven demons.
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How do you know you're not alone in the middle of this coronavirus pandemic?
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What are you most worried about during this coronavirus pandemic? Whatever it is, you can confront this fear—but not by yourself.
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The coronavirus has upended our lives, and you may be living in fear. But Pastor Mike helps you see why you do not have to be afraid.
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Jesus turns the church upside down . . . in order to keep the church right side up. In an age when greed, sin, secrecy, and scandal have driven people away from church, Jesus is passionate about protecting the places where his resurrection is proclaimed.
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Jesus’ first ever miracle was making 150 gallons of alcohol! Turning water into wine was not only proof of Jesus’ identity as God but also a reminder that God’s great goal for our lives is joy, to celebrate in his presence by the miraculous work of his Son, Jesus.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Mike helps us see what God is teaching us through the coronavirus.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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Maybe God is using the coronavirus to teach us about expressing gratitude toward those we often overlook.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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What would happen to the reputation of the church and the name of Jesus if his people gave to those in need when they didn't have to? Maybe God is teaching us about generosity through the coronavirus.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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With the coronavirus, maybe God is teaching us about the power of a spiritual community.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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In a world where life passes by in a few short breaths, there is only one thing you can always rely on. Pastor Mike reveals this certainty during these uncertain times.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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What in the world is God up to with the coronavirus? Maybe the pandemic is God's way of teaching us basic Christianity.
– Pastor Mike Novotny.
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How can an imperfect person fall asleep without guilt? How can the abused live without shame? How can a sinner end up in the presence of God? The Bible’s answer—a Lamb. A spotless substitute, accepted by God’s own design.
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Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Mike tackles the tough topic of why God is allowing us to suffer the pain of the coronavirus.
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Maybe God is using COVID-19 as a megaphone to rouse the world and let you know that he wants to give you something the coronavirus can't take away.
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Maybe God is using COVID-19 to strip away the powerful things of our culture so we realize they're not that big of a deal. God's the big deal.
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Without pain, we would confuse our understanding of God. Pastor Mike explains how our suffering through COVID-19 helps us know God.
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What's the only way you can know that someone's not using you? That they actually love you? Pastor Mike's answer may surprise you. But it also gives us a glimpse into why God is allowing COVID-19.
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When do our thoughts cross from “she looks good” to lust? Is there a progression? Is there a line to cross into sin?
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Why does God allow us to go through pain? Pastor Mike kicks off this weeklong daily devotion series with four reasons why God is allowing COVID-19. Come back to listen to the rest of the series this week as he elaborates on these reasons.
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Was Jesus a good man? a wise teacher? a religious guide? a prophet? a god? John answers those questions in the opening words of his gospel. Jesus is the Word, both with God and himself God. Jesus is the way God communicates with us, showing us the darkness of life without him and the bright light of trusting in him.
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Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life. In a world where we all are dying every day (and trying to ignore it), Jesus’ own resurrection is proof that he is our Savior and our true source of life!
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Is Jesus the same as God, or is he God's Son or both? I'm so confused. Is he Lord God or Lord Jesus? Do I pray to God, or do I pray to Jesus?
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There are many temptations that keep us from church, and so many distractions that keep us from worshiping if we get there. This message reminds us why we gather every week in Jesus’ name.
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Why doesn’t God just take his kids out of this broken world? Answer: Because God wants more people to believe and be saved. This is how Jesus closed his epic prayer in John chapter 17, a fact that reminds every Christian of the incredible calling we have to share our Savior with the world.
Jesus never promised a warm and fuzzy Christian life. Rather, he was honest about hatred, persecution, and even death. Yet Christian persecution is proof of our connection to Christ. So don’t go astray! Let the Holy Spirit remind you of Jesus, whose eternal blessings are worth a lifetime of suffering.
I always question the multiple wives in the Old Testament and marriage and divorce. Why was it different back then?
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As fears grow surrounding the coronavirus, we have a choice to make. Do we feed fear or do we feed faith? Pastor Mike shares words of encouragement and comfort in this uncertain time.
You can stay in God’s Word and help others do the same, whether in quarantine or not. Watch videos, read devotions, and stay connected with a community of believers at timeofgrace.org.
God wants us all to be “fruitful,” to do good things according to his will. How? By staying connected to Jesus, trusting in God’s “pruning” work, and remembering the love we have received from the Father and the Son.
The Holy Spirit often sparks questions and confusion among Christians today. But Jesus’ words, though deep, are clear. The Spirit is our counselor, our teacher, our “reminder,” and our source of peace. This message teaches us to rely on one of Jesus’ greatest gifts, the Holy Spirit.
Do demons still possess and haunt people today? If so, how and why does that happen? Do you have any experience with it?
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Fear filled the hearts of Jesus’ friends the night before he died. But that made Jesus’ promise all the sweeter. He was going to prepare a place for us. He would be the way to get to the Father. We could trust in him when our hearts are troubled. That’s the peace we need when we realize the sinfulness of our hearts.
Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Mike helps find the fruit of the spirit in our lives.
Enjoy these bonus episodes this week, from Pastor Mike's current Grace Talks daily devotional series on the fruit of the spirit. You can catch all our daily devotionals on our Grace Talks podcast! Just search for "Grace Talks Daily Devotionals" on your favorite podcast platform.
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Before you can have the self-control to say no to sin, you need to know this important fact first.
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Here in Milwaukee and also across the country, many are saddened by the horrible event Wednesday at Molson Coors brewery. A gunman killed himself after shooting five of his coworkers to death.
Events like this sometimes cause us to question why God would let this and other tragedies happen. Pastor Mike shares some thoughts.
If you want more joy in your life, you don't need a new life. You just need to look around you. Pastor Mike helps you learn how to do this.
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How can you find a sense of peace even during the toughest moments? Pastor Mike has a simple answer for you.
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Where is one of the greatest places to grow in love? Pastor Mike's answer may surprise you.
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How do we get love, joy, patience, and self-control in our lives?
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Many kids get disconnected from church because they or their parents get hurt by someone at church. The pastor. The church council. A fellow member. Without the right reaction, these sins/hurts can uproot entire families for generations to come. This message is meant to prepare people for the next time church hurts. What do you do? What do you say? When do you go?
In today's political climate, how do we as Christians go about navigating voting and supporting government leaders when we may not want to vote for or support any of them?
A new video will be released every first and third Tuesday of the month as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions.
Pastors, teachers, church members, godparents, older siblings, friends, aunts/uncles, grandparents, etc. all have a role in training the next generation. Singles and non-parents have a role too because they are people who, like Paul himself, may not produce the next generation, but absolutely want to see them in heaven with Jesus.
This message reminds parents of what matters most—the training up of their children. What you do when they are young will probably shape what they believe when they are older. So, what should you do? God gave Moses the answer. Seek God with a personal passion, based off his unbeatable promises, and then talk about that God as often as you can.
If a baby dies and is baptized and goes to heaven, does he remain a baby in heaven? What about miscarriages? Do those unborn babies go to heaven?
Welcome to Tough Question Tuesday, a new video/podcast where Pastor Mike tackles tough questions. A new episode will be released every first and third Tuesday of the month.
In Matthew 18 Jesus told a story about a desperate shepherd who was not willing that even a single lamb be lost. Application—While it’s easy to stereotype and look down on other generations (in both directions!), our Father has a massive heart for each generation of people!
Our thoughts might be true or false, healthy or destructive, demonic or Holy Spiritual, which means we need to think carefully about our thoughts! The apostle Paul made the same point to his friends in Corinth, urging them to take their thoughts captive and make them obedient to Christ. By that same practice, we put our frantic minds at ease and fix our thoughts on Jesus.
When accumulating more and more money becomes the center of our universe, we end up with darkness, worry, and eventual loss. But when we seek God first, satisfying our hearts with the presence and promises of God, money finds its rightful place in our lives. Our loving Father can become our true treasure, freeing us from serving money and allowing us to use it wisely.
This message takes us back to the beginning, to physical life as God intended, and reminds us of the Father who gave us life and wants only what is best for his kids. In addition, it reminds us of the “image of God” that we have through Jesus, a spiritual reality that gives even our bodies peace and rest.
Did you know that there are 3 Words That Will Change Your Life? Which is also the name of Pastor Mike's new book! Hear from Pastor Mike himself on why he wrote this book and how the title is not eye-rolling hyperbole but how your life really can be changed (Bonus: You'll get a spoiler on what those three words are). Pastor Mike sits down with Time of Grace producer and director Nhia Yang as they discuss the book and somehow find ways to mention the topics of break dancing, vacations on Mexican beaches, Tom Brady, the F-bomb (but not the one you're thinking of) and, of course, GOD.
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Jesus said that those who humbly confess their need of God’s grace (instead of self-righteously comparing themselves to others) will be justified and exalted in the eyes of God. Perhaps, then, repentance is the most liberating way to live!
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Life slows down after Christmas for us, but not on that first Christmas. The shepherds burst with good news and blurted it out to anyone who would listen. Mary treasured up the truths about her newborn son. People went home glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. What if we did the same?Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2WXDJGf
There are many classic songs of the Christmas season, but nothing quite matches the first song of Christmas, the song of the angels in Bethlehem. Their lyrics are few, but their meaning is profound. God’s favor. Peace on earth. Glory to him on high!Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2WXDJGf
Few things are as exciting as finding a Christmas gift labeled To: (You). The label means someone thought about you. Someone loved you. Someone searched for just the right gift. No passage proves God’s giving heart more than Luke 2:11, the classic summary of the gift of Christmas.Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2WXDJGf
Christmas is a time when families gather, for better or worse. Tense relationships are revealed. Sins come front and center. Which is what makes Luke 2 so incredible. The shepherds are God’s first audience for Christmas. Angels bring good news of great joy to take away their fear and welcome them (and us) to the family of God.Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2WXDJGf
Many people view Christmas as a season of wishes, dreams, and heartwarming tales. But the book of Luke in the Bible gives us the real people, real places, and real hope that we find in a real, historical Jesus. This message reminds us that Jesus’ birth actually happened, which is heartwarming news!Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2WXDJGf
Jesus proves that sex is not required for a satisfying life, which is thrilling news for singles, divorcés, widows, and couples struggling with their sex lives. Having a joyful connection to God makes sex a good, but unnecessary, gift from God.
Daily Devotional. Listen to the entire devotional series from this week, as Pastor Mike helps us identify and use our spiritual gifts. Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2Q15vjM You can also get Time of Grace daily video devotionals sent to your inbox each day by subscribing to our email list: https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/?togipsrc=podcast
Daily Devotional. How can you make your spiritual gifts work? Pastor Mike shows you how to make the most of what God's given you. Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2Q15vjM You can also get Time of Grace daily video devotionals sent to your inbox each day by subscribing to our email list: https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/?togipsrc=podcast
Daily Devotional. Don't ping-pong back and forth between pride and envy about your gifts. Instead, celebrate how we are all different. Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2Q15vjM You can also get Time of Grace daily video devotionals sent to your inbox each day by subscribing to our email list: https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/?togipsrc=podcast
Daily Devotional. There are differences in Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, yet they live in unity. Pastor Mike explains how we can too. Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2Q15vjM You can also get Time of Grace daily video devotionals sent to your inbox each day by subscribing to our email list: https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/?togipsrc=podcast
Daily devotional. Do you sometimes feel like God hasn't been fair to you with talents and gifts? When doubt and insecurity start to creep up on you, just remember the giver of the gifts. Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2Q15vjM You can also get Time of Grace daily video devotionals sent to your inbox each day by subscribing to our email list: https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/?togipsrc=podcast
Daily Devotional. Do you find yourself comparing yourself to others? Pastor Mike explains how you can stop playing the comparison game. Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2Q15vjM You can also get Time of Grace daily video devotionals sent to your inbox each day by subscribing to our email list: https://timeofgrace.org/subscribe/?togipsrc=podcast
Like fire, sex must be treated with a healthy fear. Mess around with one flame and you might get hurt. Mess around with one night and you might get hurt worse. This message explores the Bible’s warnings about sex, showing Gods’ fatherly heart when he restricts sexual pleasure to the commitment of marriage.
Too many people expect sex to be easy, just like it is in the movies. But that expectation leads to pressure, frustration, and disillusionment with others. God, on the other hand, expects sex to be the result of a process of love and respect.
Sex was invented by God himself! In the beginning, when everything was very good, there was sex. God’s idea. God’s gift to husband and wife. In a world where too many of us have been victims of sexual sin or of an anti-sex church culture, we need the reminder that sex, by God’s design, is still very good.
Follow Jesus and the world might not approve. “You’re wasting time. Wasting money. Wasting energy. Wasting your life.” But Jesus defends those who love him. His approval is what matters the most, since it lasts forever.
Jesus’ “pep talk” about the end of the age was less than comforting. Wars. Earthquakes. Flogging. Arrest. Hatred. Are we willing to walk with Jesus during the end times? Be hated? Die for him? If you know his promise of salvation and election, the answer is easy—Yes!
Listen to the entire devotional series from this week, as Pastor Mike helps us see the importance of the Bible in our lives.
The rich gave massive offerings on a particular day in the temple. But Jesus noticed and praised the poorest widow who quietly gave the “smallest offering.” In our day of public recognition, what would Jesus say? He would ignore those who praise themselves and praise those who serve God in secret.
If you want to start reading the Bible, where do you start? Pastor Mike can't tell you where to start, but he can tell you how.
September 29, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
The apostle Paul was unashamed to say that being financially generous is a key to joy, blessing, and so much more. In the same way, many Christians have learned that it is more blessed to give than to receive!
September 22, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
How does a person have any peace in a world where everything seems so uncertain? Grow! Although the Bible is a hard book to read, it produces knowledge to keep you secure in your faith until Jesus returns.
September 15, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
The Sabbath Day commandment proves that knowing God as your Creator and Savior is one of our Father’s highest priorities for us. We gather each week to celebrate those timeless truths—God made us. God saved us. Those facts produce joy and peace deep in our hearts, “fruit” that feeds us throughout our week.
September 8, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
When you personally know and are personally known in a spiritual community, you find your spiritual and physical needs being met.
September 7, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
Whether you're married, single, separated, or divorced, Pastor Mike's series this week had something for all of us to consider when dealing with the difficult topic of divorce.
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September 6, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
Divorce is complex. So be quick to listen.
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September 5, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
God doesn’t hate divorced people, but he hates divorce.
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September 4, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
When it feels like there is no love left in marriage, what do you do?
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September 3, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
God so loved the world that he gave his only Son. And guess who’s in the world? Divorced people too.
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September 2, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
Where in the Bible do you go when you want answers about divorce? Pastor Mike digs into the grace and truth of God’s Word.
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September 1, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
God has great plans for his people, but they don’t always involve a quick fix to all earthly problems. In the same way, God’s plan to prosper your spiritual life might not be the path you prayed for.
August 25, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
The Bible does not talk about God not allowing you to be tempted “beyond what you can bear.” Make sure to read the context! The apostle Paul wrote those words as a warning not to rely on our own spiritual strength and a comfort to rely on the God who can sustain us in all kinds of temptation.
August 18, 2019 / Pastor Mike Novotny.
Jesus spoke these words at the end of his message on dealing with sin in the church. He offered a great comfort to churches that do the hard work of dealing with sin, warning the hardhearted, and practicing church discipline.
Jesus was not against being judgmental. Yet he was very against the hypocrisy of many judgmental people who overlook their own flaws in a zealous attempt to point out the flaws of others. His words, clearly understood, encourage us to look in the mirror first and judge others in love afterward.Transcript
Aug. 5, 2019.
We may not know why the mass shootings in El Paso, TX, and Dayton, OH, happened this weekend, but we do know that God’s love and grace for us is sufficient. Pastor Mike shares some thoughts.
In the strangest scene of Jacob’s story, God appears and wrestles with him for hours. Despite God’s superior strength, “Jake the Snake” refuses to loosen his python grip until God blesses him. After decades of grabbing on to sin, Jacob finally grabs on to God. In the same way, we grip God in prayer, holding on to his promises until he blesses us.Transcript
While karma is not a Christian teaching, a form of karma exists. The cycle of sin spins every time we give each other what we deserve. Jacob and Laban’s story is proof. Greed and lies spin back and forth, destroying a family. This same destructive cycle happens in our lives and points us to Jacob’s descendant who turned the other cheek on the cross, giving grace to sinners.Transcript
After his lies, deceit, and dishonor, Jacob fled for his life and found . . . a forgiving God. Jacob’s dream teaches us a classic truth—there is a way for sinners to be with God. Jesus’ words prove that the same is true for “Jacobs” today. He is the true stairway to heaven!Transcript
Rebekah, the “godly” wife of Isaac, was willing to deceive her husband to steal a blessing for her favorite child. This story shows us that while parents are to be honored, they are not always to be imitated. We are invited to reflect on the spiritual climate of our homes and remember Jesus, who was willing to disobey the mother who tried to stop his messianic ministry.Transcript
July 13, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Listen to the entire devotional series from this week, as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions about mental health, #MeToo, heaven, relationships in accordance with God, and how to help others without coming off as self-righteous.
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July 12, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
How do you lovingly correct someone who is making mistakes? Pastor Mike tackles this question as part of his "Tough Questions With Pastor Mike, Round 4" series.
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July 11, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
How do you keep doing right in the eyes of God when those around you are not living biblically? Pastor Mike tackles this question as part of his "Tough Questions With Pastor Mike, Round 4" series.
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July 10, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Will we recognize people in heaven? Will we have memories of our time on earth? Pastor Mike tackles this question as part of his "Tough Questions With Pastor Mike, Round 4" series.
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July 9, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
As a Christian, how should you respond to #MeToo? Pastor Mike tackles this question as part of his "Tough Questions With Pastor Mike, Round 4" series.
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July 7, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Where can you turn when you're dealing with mental illness? Pastor Mike tackles this question as part of his "Tough Questions With Pastor Mike, Round 4" series.
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Despite God’s promise to bless Jacob, he hustled his brother. What seemed small started a pattern of behavior that ruined Jacob’s family and nearly destroyed his life. This account warns us of the “small” sins that become a pattern of something greater. Finally, it serves as a contrast with Jesus, who chose to give up his birthright of blessing to sinners like us.Transcript
The ending of Bible book of Judges requires an adult I.D. to read. A woman chopped into pieces and mailed throughout Israel? That’s really messed up! But the Spirit inspired this story to prove two points. First, that life falls apart when everyone does what he or she thinks is right. Second, that God does not give up on people after the most disgusting sins.Transcript
Gideon seemed so good. The humble farmer who became a Sunday school hero. But the fame went to his head, and good ol’ Gideon died as a spiritual adulterer and snare for his people. That’s messed up! But the story reminds us to fight the good fight through the final round, run the race until the last step, and worship God until our final breaths.Transcript
A quivering commander. A female savior. A housewife who plunges a tent peg through a general’s brain. That’s messed up! But that’s what happened in Deborah’s day. Her unlikely story proves that God blesses and saves his people through those we would least expect—little children, common mothers, and a carpenter from Nazareth.Transcript
June 9, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
The teachers of the law knew Jesus spoke his scathing parable of the tenants against them. Yet instead of repenting, they looked for a way to kill Jesus. They cared more about their embarrassment than their relationship with God. How about you? Will you cling to your image? Or will Jesus become marvelous in your eyes?
Authority. Jesus’ enemies adored it. They refused to submit to Jesus’ teaching, even when caught in their own duplicity. They missed finding true life because they refused to die to having the last word. Modern Americans face the same dilemma. Will Jesus be the Lord who gets the last word? Or will we cling to our plastic gavels and tell Jesus what to do?Transcript
The book of Proverbs might imply that hanging out with unbelievers is a bad idea, but the Bible is more nuanced than that. Rubbing shoulders with those who don’t know Jesus is the best way to share the hope that only the Savior can give. This message explores the way Christians can invest in those who do not yet believe in Christ.Transcript
“Show me your friends, and I will show you your future.” That wisdom is repeated in the book of Proverbs. This message is God’s reminder to choose your friends carefully, since they have an incredible influence on your choices and future.Transcript
What does it mean to find a Christian friend? Is that the same as being part of the fellowship of a church? This message explores what it means to have friends who share your faith as well as the important distinction between the fellowship of Christians and the self-selected blessing called friendship.Transcript
May 11, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Listen to the entire devotional series from this week, as Pastor Mike Novotny explores friendship as Christians.
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May 10, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
A good friend works through the hard conversations. Do you have a friend like that?
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May 9, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
If you struggle with loneliness and friendship, don't forget about this friend.
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May 8, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Do you have to be friends with people at church? Just don't forget about fellowship.
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May 7, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Friendship is not easy in the grown-up world. But Pastor Mike shares some ways to make your friendships rock.
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May 6, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
How can you become a better friend? How can you find better friends? Pastor Mike teaches about friendship from a biblical perspective.
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The Bible speaks of God befriending people in the Bible, a term of incredible closeness and intimacy. How does that compare to the modern, social media-driven idea of a “friend request”? What would it mean for our lives if the Almighty God was actually our ever-present friend?Transcript
April 28, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Life in God’s family is not pain free. The apostle Peter is honest about suffering, grief, and “all kinds of trials.” But he also tells us God’s plan for our pain—to refine us and lead us to a greater desire to see God face-to-face.
April 7, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Too often Christians see joy as something that has to wait until heaven. But Peter tells us that we can be filled with an inexpressible joy right here and right now as faith fills us with the joy of knowing Jesus as our Savior.
April 6, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Listen to this past week’s series as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions from his congregation.
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April 5, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Why would Jesus tell us to be the impossible—to be perfect? Listen to this week’s series as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions from his congregation.
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April 4, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Is God real? Look at our complex world, and you will see evidence that God is real. Listen to this week’s series as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions from his congregation.
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April 3, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
God wants us to coexist with others. But not all religions are equal. Listen to this week’s series as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions from his congregation.
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April 2, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
Is it okay to get angry? Yes. But our anger should not lead us to sin. Listen to this week’s series as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions from his congregation.
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April 1, 2019.
Pastor Mike Novotny.
God invented sex, not just to feel good but to bond two people together. Listen to this week’s series as Pastor Mike tackles tough questions from his congregation.
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Feelings of depression involve a complicated struggle that has both chemical and spiritual components. This message looks to the psalms to resonate with “down and out” Christians and to remind them of the God who walks with them in the darkest valleys.TRANSCRIPT