Our words hold incredible power—they can build up or tear down, bring life or death. Like a small spark can ignite a forest fire, what we say matters. Fill yourself with God's Word so when pressure comes, only Jesus flows out. Choose life with your words today. Message Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/49632718 Stay Updated on our Campus: https://linktr.ee/nlcsearcy Online Giving:…
This week, we had the privilege of hearing from guest speaker Dr. Jason Darden of Searcy Church of Christ. His message centered on a powerful and timely theme: reaching our city and beyond for Jesus. Through his own ministry journey, Dr. Darden encouraged us to think intentionally about how we engage the people around us. The call was simple but challenging. If we want to see lives changed, we…
Does pain mean you are outside of God’s plan? In this message, we challenge the idea that “everything happens for a reason” and explore how God’s plan works in a broken world. We look at systems, sovereignty, human choice, and chance, and why suffering does not mean God has left you. If you are hurting, struggling, or confused, this sermon will help you see God’s presence in the middle of pain.…
In this message, we step back into the waiting, longing, and hope surrounding the birth of Jesus. For generations, God’s people lived in silence, holding onto promises of a coming King while wondering if God had grown distant. When the prophecy declared, “Your King is coming,” it was not just good news. It was a reminder that God had not forgotten them. This sermon explores why the Christmas story…
In this message, we talk honestly about generosity and why it matters for the life of the church and the life of every believer. This is not a message about pressure or guilt, but about building a healthy, biblical culture of giving that flows from the heart. If you are a guest, this message is not aimed at you, but it may still be for you. If New Life is your home church, this is a reminder of…
This weekend we welcomed pastor Travis Eades from Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, for a message built around one simple truth. God is still with us in our fear. The first human response to the birth of Jesus was fear, but God answered that fear with His presence. Throughout Scripture, every “do not fear” comes with a promise that God is near, God is working, and God is holding what we…
This week’s message looks at what it really means to live with a thankful heart. Using the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17, we talk about why gratitude matters, how it shapes our relationships, and how choosing thankfulness can change the way we walk through everyday life. As we head into Thanksgiving, this is a simple reminder to slow down, notice the good, and respond with a grateful spirit.…
What comes to your mind when you hear the word eternity? For many of us, it was shaped by childhood moments filled with fear, confusion, and even a little panic. In this message, Pastor Kevin revisits one of his earliest church memories and shows how the hope of heaven slowly drifted in church history from something joyful to something frightening. We pray this message fills your heart with peace…
Church isn’t just something we attend—it’s something we belong to. In this message, we look at what it means to be truly connected to the local church through giving, serving, and building real relationships. When we choose to get involved, our faith grows stronger, our community gets better, and God works through us in powerful ways.…
Misinformation is powerful. It spreads fast, twists truth, and can change how we see God, others, and even ourselves. From the Garden of Eden to our modern world of endless information, the enemy still uses deception to distort what God says and how we live. In this message, we look at how the serpent’s subtle question—“Did God really say?”—set humanity on a path of confusion and compromise, and…