Why did Jesus frequently use plant metaphors? - March 27, 2023
Jesus uses plant and farming metaphors throughout his ministry. He even refers to Israel to a vineyard. But why? Is He pointing us back to Eden?
Mar 27, 2023•23 min•Ep. 127
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New Hope Church is located in Greenwood, IN on the south side of Indianapolis. This podcast explores the weekly teachings from Sundays along with related bonus teachings.
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Did everyone believe in Jesus after raising Lazarus from the dead? - March 19, 2023
Jesus did many miraculous signs, and in the book of John, we see just a few of these signs. One of these signs was Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. We read that many people saw and believed in Jesus after this sign, but others still did not believe in Jesus.
Mar 19, 2023•32 min•Ep. 126
Why did Jesus put mud in the eyes of the blind man?
It is strange to us that Jesus would spit into the dirt and then put mud into the eyes of a blind man. Why would he do this? Was Jesus trying to make a statement?
Mar 13, 2023•25 min•Ep. 125
Are you on the fence? - March 5, 2023
Is there such a thing as being on the fence about your faith? If you want to live, love, and go like Jesus, you have to get off the fence.
Mar 05, 2023•34 min•Ep. 124
Share the story of Jesus.
We often overthink how we will talk with others about Jesus, but it doesn't have to be complicated. As we go, we can share how Jesus changed our lives.
Mar 02, 2023•8 min•Ep. 122
Did the lame man at Bethesda Pool sell out Jesus? - February 26, 2023
The Bible is full of parallel stories that tell of Jesus's life, and in these stories, we see a deeper narrative of the lame man at the pool of Bethesda. Jesus wants our faith to be in Him, not in signs or miracles.
Feb 26, 2023•19 min•Ep. 123
Where should we worship God? - February 19, 2023
Because of Jesus, we can worship in spirit and truth without the need to go to a specific location. All we need is Jesus.
Feb 19, 2023•26 min•Ep. 121
How do we relentlessly pursue Jesus?
It can be difficult to focus our time and energy on the things of Jesus. From scripture, we can see that God gives us all we need to relentlessly pursue Him all we have to do is believe in Him.
Feb 17, 2023•8 min•Ep. 120
Is wine a good thing? - February 12, 2023
Wine-making is a decades-long process. So how did Jesus make it with a few pots and some water? In John, we see the first sign of Jesus, and that sign is turning water into wine. Why is this important, and why start with this sign?
Feb 12, 2023•20 min•Ep. 119
Is discipleship more than just studying the Bible?
There are many misconceptions about discipleship; one of these is being a disciple is separate from being a disciple-maker. But what we see in scripture shows that disciples are disciple-makers. How do we do this?
Feb 10, 2023•9 min•Ep. 117
Is faith something you do? - February 5, 2023
In the book of John, we see many signs from Jesus, but what do they mean? Jesus does seven signs in the book of John, and with each sign we learn something new. What dose it mean to believe?
Feb 05, 2023•24 min•Ep. 118
January 29, 2023 - What does it cost to follow Jesus?
It's common to hear people say, "I am a Christian," but we don't see life change. Is that normal? Does your life have to change to follow Jesus? We read in scripture that Jesus calls the disciples to leave everything behind and follow Him. Do we have the same calling? Let's take a closer look at this account in John and Matthew.
Jan 31, 2023•20 min•Ep. 116
Bless - Serve and Share the gospel
How can we serve those around us and share the gospel with others? We can start with people we already know. Look for ways you can serve them and share the gospel.
Jan 26, 2023•7 min•Ep. 115
January 22, 2023 - See one, do one, teach one
See one, do one, teach one - January 22, 2023 Do we see discipleship today? Discipleship is showing someone how to follow Jesus, then walking with them as they follow Jesus and then sending them to teach others to follow Jesus. #church #indiana #greenwoodindiana #newhope
Jan 24, 2023•26 min•Ep. 114
Bless: L- listen to them
Take time this week to reach out and listen to a family member, a neighbor, or a friend. Bless those who are around you by listening to them.
Jan 18, 2023•4 min•Ep. 113
January 15, 2023 - Why is it important that we make disciples?
As we are going, we make disciples that make disciples. The Church grows when it’s full of disciple making disciples who are seeking Christ. Let’s go and make disciples teaching to make disciples as we all follow Christ.
Jan 16, 2023•25 min•Ep. 112
Time of Reflection - January 8, 2023
Time to reflect on God's word.
Jan 13, 2023•5 min•Ep. 111
January 8, 2023 - How do I make disciples that make disciples?
Jesus has charged us to go and make disciples of all nations and this is not just reserved for missionaries. This great commandment was given to you as much as it was given to a missionary.
Jan 11, 2023•29 min•Ep. 110
Reflection - So then what God?
Time of response to God's word.
Jan 06, 2023•5 min•Ep. 109
January 1, 2023 - Is your pastor the only one who makes disciples?
Are you doing the work God has called you? Are you making disciples who make disciples? Jesus calls us to go and make disciples and serve our neighbors. The role of serving; and discipling is not just for your pastor; it's also for you.
Jan 01, 2023•28 min•Ep. 108
December 25, 2022 - Christmas Eve Service 2022
Three-part Christmas Eve service. As we celebrate the lighting of the Christ candle, we reflect on light overcoming darkness, a savior who overcame everything, and how we are to be the light in our world by being Jesus in every corner of our world.
Dec 28, 2022•29 min•Ep. 106
December 18, 2022 - Who is our advocate?
Because of sin, we have become selfish and disobedient to God, and as a result, we live in shame. Jesus came to be our mediator, the sacrifice for our sins, and leaves us the Holy Spirit dwelling within us to restore our hearts to the things of God. #advent #Jesus #God #church #advent #indiana #greenwoodindiana
Dec 18, 2022•31 min•Ep. 107
December 11, 2022 - Is Jesus the Lion?
Scripture describes Jesus's second arrival as an event you cannot miss. He is coming to restore His people and make everything new.
Dec 13, 2022•23 min•Ep. 105
December 4, 2022 - Why the olive branch?
Before the fall, Adam and Eve used to walk in the garden with God, but this relationship was broken after Adam and Eve sinned. God weaves a plan to restore this relationship by sending His only Son to die in our place, extending an olive branch of peace.
Dec 06, 2022•25 min•Ep. 104
Advent - He is our lamb.
In week one of Advent, we will focus on the need for a sacrifice and the sending of Jesus as this sacrifice.
Nov 30, 2022•6 min•Ep. 103
November 27, 2022 - Why a lamb?
In advent week one, we learn about Jesus as the sacrificial lamb sent to die for our sins. From Jesus's birth to His death we read that this was God's plan from the start.
Nov 30, 2022•22 min•Ep. 102
Discipleship Pathway: Maturity Level - Giving
God uses our willingness to give (time, talent, and treasures) to grow our faith and his kingdom.
Nov 23, 2022•11 min•Ep. 101
November 20, 2022 - Should we give thanks in every situation?
Paul tells us that in every situation, we should give thanks. He says this, knowing what it's like to give thanks after being beaten and jailed for sharing the gospel. We give thanks, knowing that it is because of God we can find peace in difficult times.
Nov 22, 2022•26 min•Ep. 100
November 13, 2022 - What does it mean to have faith like Abraham?
In scripture, we see many of the ups and downs of Abraham's faith. If we focus on just Abraham's failure to have faith, we can easily miss the growth of his faith as God fulfills His promises.
Nov 15, 2022•23 min•Ep. 99
Discipleship Pathway: Entry Level - Giving
Let's learn more about how to give with joy as we learn to live, love, and go like Jesus.
Nov 09, 2022•8 min•Ep. 98
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