A long time ago, the old sitcom “Cheers” theme song struck a chord in the hearts of many Americans. You can probably recall the lyrics that went like this, “Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name, and they’re always glad you came; You want to be where you can see, Our troubles are all the same; You … Read More
Listening to the Voice of God – Michaela Baltazar
God wants to speak to us. It is absolutely necessary for Christians to be able to hear God. God is our Father, we are His children. God wants His children to listen to Him just as we want our kids to listen to us. My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” John 10:4, 27 … Read More
The Rain Is Coming – John Bidaurreta
All of us Californians are aware that we are in a severe drought, but our farmers know this firsthand. I read a parable recently about two farmers who were in desperate need of rain. They both went to the Lord and cried out for Him to send rain. However, only one of the farmers, after he prayed, went out and … Read More
Keep Following Jesus! – Andrev Baltazar
During my vacation in Mexico with my family 2 weeks ago, I thought that I would not be thinking much about church related concerns for a week; I would just rest and relax. However, I honestly made the mistake of equating “not thinking about church related concerns” to “not expecting a spiritual encounter or revelation from the Lord” and I … Read More
Who Are You? – Dustin Box
Identity. It’s a subject that fills the majority young people’s thoughts most of the time. I remember it filling mine. I heard many messages about living out of my identity. I’ve preached those messages. Yet often, people don’t stop to consider whether they have this question settled in their heart. If you ask someone who they are, it’s likely you’ll … Read More
God Stories – Rob
We pray you’ll be encouraged as you watch this pilot video of God Stories, testimonies of how God is working in and through the lives of believers in the New Life Church family. To share a testimony, send an email to [email protected]. God Stories / Episode 1 from New Life Christian Center on Vimeo.
Staying Power – Rachel Klinge
Practically every time I head out the door for a long run, I think about my dad. While he’s not much taller than me and thirty years older than me, he’s done something I don’t think I could ever do—run a 100-mile race. What is even more astounding is that he has done this more than a few times! Without … Read More
Free Refills – John Bidaurreta
Just about every person who I have met who is visiting the US for the first time from a foreign county has made this same comment. The size of the soft drinks that are served here are huge. Then they really can’t get over the fact that most restaurants offer free refills. I even had to reassure one of my … Read More
Be Bold and Let His Spirit Reign – Christopher Mychajluk
A few years ago I became passionate to know every single thing possible about the Holy Spirit, and to begin my self-education, I started a detailed study of the Spirit in scripture. I gathered my tools, the Bible and Biblestudytools.com, and searched every mention of the word “Spirit”: I desired a full understanding. I compiled and reviewed thirty different bible … Read More
Saul-Like Conversions & Ananias-Like Obedience – Caleb Klinge
Have you ever considered that when the Holy Spirit prompts you to share Christ with someone or minister to them, He has already been encountering them and preparing their hearts? In Acts chapter 9, Saul was powerfully encountered by Christ on the Road to Damascus. One of the disciples’ greatest persecutors received the revelation that Jesus was Lord, and that … Read More