New Life Gillette Church Teachings

Devoted | Hope of Glory | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:02:28 +0000

What does it mean to truly be devoted to God?

In the final week of the Hope of Glory series, CJ Ward teaches from Colossians 4 and shows how a life devoted to prayer changes everything—from how we think to how we live on mission.

This message will challenge you to move beyond occasional prayer and step into a consistent, daily relationship with God marked by being watchful and thankful.

Discover how prayer prepares you to:

Recognize what God is doing around you
Speak with grace and truth
Live on mission in your everyday life

If you’ve ever struggled with consistency in prayer, this message will give you a practical and powerful way forward.

Chapters

(00:00:02) - Colossians 4:1
(00:02:36) - I Am a Duke Basketball Fan
(00:07:14) - Paul's Last Words for the Colossians
(00:10:38) - Jesus' Advice to the Church in Colossians 2
(00:14:04) - Be Fearful, Not Divisive
(00:19:39) - Be Watchful and Thankful
(00:24:37) - How to Be Dedicated to Prayer
(00:28:00) - What Is the Essential Part of a Dedicated Marriage?

King Jesus | Hope of Glory | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:21:22 +0000

Do you find yourself bargaining with God when things get tough?. This week, CJ Ward discusses the supremacy of King Jesus and why our relationship with Him cannot be a negotiation. Using the metaphor of a "silent partner," CJ exposes our tendency to give God a "10% share" of our lives while keeping the rest for our own plans.

Drawing from Colossians 3, we learn that if we have been raised with Christ, our lives must be oriented around His kingdom. It’s time to stop treating Jesus as a consultant and start following Him as King.

Chapters

(00:00:02) - Colossians 3:1-1
(00:00:48) - How to Bargain With God
(00:03:58) - Paul to the Church: Since You Have Been Raised With Christ
(00:10:08) - God Will Not Negotiate With You
(00:13:47) - Heavenly Proclamation on Sexual Immorality
(00:19:40) - Philippians 4: Let the King Rule
(00:24:35) - Paul says to fathers, Do Not Embitter Your Children
(00:29:55) - God's Love is Unconditional
(00:35:25) - King Jesus

Deeply Rooted | Hope Of Glory | Brooklyn Alm

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:07:42 +0000

In week three of the Hope of Glory series, Brooklyn Alm shares a message titled Deeply Rooted. Looking at Colossians 2, this message explores how lasting faith grows when our lives stay rooted in Christ. Through the practices of Scripture, prayer, and community, believers can develop deep spiritual roots that withstand life’s storms and produce lasting spiritual fruit.

Chapters

(00:00:02) - Teaching
(00:01:37) - Colossians 2:1 Prayer
(00:02:29) - What Makes a Christian So Strong in His Faith?
(00:03:33) - Thankfulness in the Garden
(00:09:53) - A Bible for Forgetful People
(00:16:15) - What Makes Prayer So Wild?
(00:23:01) - Weeds in the Christian Garden
(00:28:28) - Growing Spiritual Roots Community
(00:30:28) - Our Rootless Life
(00:33:04) - Prayer for the Baptists

Live from Meaning | Hope Of Glory | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:26:49 +0000

Tired of the performance trap?

We often treat our significance like a goal to be reached, but the Gospel says it’s a gift already given. In this message, CJ Ward explores Colossians 1 to show why "Christ in you" is the only anchor that doesn't move when life gets hard.

In this video:

The "Uncle Rico" trap of wasted potential.
Why earning your value means you can lose it.
Living out of the security of being loved.

Scripture: Colossians 1:24 - 2:5 Speaker: CJ Ward Series: Hope of Glory (Week 2)

Chapters

(00:00:02) - New Life Gillette Church Teaching
(00:00:30) - Please Sign Up to Serve on Easter Sunday
(00:03:16) - Colossians 1: Celebration of Glory
(00:06:08) - Have You Ever Had A Song Stuck In Your Head?
(00:07:23) - Cravings of the Mind
(00:10:26) - Paul in Colossians uses this odd word
(00:16:47) - What Is Meaning in Life?
(00:20:55) - Living for Meaning and Not For Meaning
(00:26:33) - You Are Loved More Than You Can Imagine
(00:30:59) - How Much Do You Love Me?

Christ In You | Hope Of Glory | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:27:31 +0000

What is real hope?

In Colossians 1:27, Paul declares: “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”

In this opening message of Hope of Glory, CJ Ward walks through the supremacy of Christ and what it means that Jesus doesn’t just save us — He lives in us.

Hope is not wishful thinking.
Hope is not based on circumstances.
Hope is anchored in Christ.

If you’ve ever felt like your confidence rises and falls with life’s ups and downs, this message will re-center your foundation.

#HopeOfGlory #ChristInYou #CJWard #Colossians1

Chapters

(00:00:02) - The Hope of Glory
(00:00:56) - Paul's Prayer for Colossians 1
(00:04:51) - The World Is Not That Different From 2,000 Years Ago
(00:09:57) - Jesus and the Trials of His Followers
(00:15:57) - Jesus and Sexual Delights
(00:22:09) - Paul on Judaism and Jordan Peterson
(00:27:32) - Should My Son Be King Over My Life?
(00:32:26) - Give Jesus More Control Over Your Life

Magic Trick | World Builders | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:19:32 +0000

Is there a spiritual magic trick?

In Matthew 12:33–37, Jesus teaches that a tree is recognized by its fruit and that “the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.”

What goes in eventually comes out.

In this final message of the World Builders series, CJ Ward explains why we cannot continue feeding fear, bitterness, lust, or outrage into our lives and expect healthy fruit to grow.

The world can help manage behavior.
Only Jesus transforms the heart.

If you’ve ever wondered why certain patterns keep surfacing in your life, this message will challenge and encourage you.

There is no magic trick.
But there is real transformation in Jesus.

#WorldBuilders #MagicTrick #CJWard #Matthew12 #HeartTransformation

Chapters

(00:00:02) - New Life Gillette
(00:01:35) - Wonders of the Word
(00:02:12) - Can You Hide Money In a Magic Trunk?
(00:04:03) - The Pharisees (Matthew 12)
(00:10:59) - What Comes Out Of My Mouth
(00:16:25) - What Goes In To Ruin My Life?
(00:20:57) - Jesus Christ Came to Clean Up My Life
(00:26:29) - Jesus and the Good News
(00:31:25) - A Prayer for Deciding to Follow Jesus

Rotten | World Builders | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:37:31 +0000

In Week 2 of our World Builders series, CJ Ward teaches from Ephesians 4:29 and challenges us to examine the condition of our speech.

The Bible warns against “unwholesome” talk—language that is corrupt, decaying, or rotten. Our words are never neutral. They either build up or slowly break down.

If words build worlds, what kind of world are your words creating?

Big Idea: Corrupt words don’t just damage conversations—they slowly rot relationships, communities, and our own hearts.

Scripture References:

Ephesians 4:29
Matthew 12:34–37

#WorldBuilders #Sermon #CJWard #FaithInAction #ChurchMessage

Chapters

(00:00:02) - This Week's Teaching: Ephesians 4
(00:01:44) - Ephesians 4: Work For Others
(00:04:00) - Sharks vs Alligators
(00:08:00) - Why Christians Are Tried With Legalism
(00:15:08) - Can You Imagine A World Where We Refuse to Say Anything R
(00:20:03) - Don't Let Anything Rotten Come Out of My Mouth
(00:25:37) - What Would Jesus Say

Words Build Worlds | World Builders | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:23:29 +0000

Words are never neutral—they build worlds. In this opening message of the World Builders series, CJ Ward teaches from James 3, reminding us that our words shape the environments we live in every day. Just as God created through His Word, we influence the world around us through what we say.

Discover how your words affect your relationships, your inner life, and your faith—and how Jesus invites us to become intentional world builders.

Chapters

(00:00:02) - This Week's Teaching: Words of World Builders
(00:01:09) - James 3: The Tongue
(00:03:16) - Blanks Speak louder than Words
(00:07:43) - James 1: Words and Actions
(00:13:46) - Experiment 1
(00:18:47) - God's Words Build Worlds
(00:23:56) - "You Live in the World Your Words Build for Me"
(00:26:28) - These Words Are God's Words for Us

One Another | Called: to Serve | Sawyer Poitra

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:04:16 +0000

What does it really mean to serve one another? In this message from the Called: to Serve series, we look at John 13 and the powerful moment when Jesus washes His disciples’ feet. This message challenges us to move beyond simply doing acts of service and instead become servants who love others with humility, availability, generosity, and community.

Discover how serving one another shapes our identity as followers of Jesus and transforms everyday relationships.

Chapters

(00:00:02) - New Life Gillette Teaching
(00:01:08) - Called to Serve
(00:02:40) - Washing the disciples' feet
(00:09:19) - Serving People With Love
(00:14:01) - Call to Serve
(00:14:58) - What is the Word of Servants?
(00:16:24) - Servant of God
(00:21:49) - Being Immediate, Intentional, and Interruptible
(00:28:14) - Being a Servant of the Most High God

The World | Called: to Serve | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:22:47 +0000

Why do so many needs go unnoticed?

In this message, Pastor CJ Ward teaches from Luke 5 to show how seeing Jesus clearly changes the way we see the world. When faith moves beyond belief into action, God uses ordinary people to bring extraordinary change.

This message challenges us to notice the needs around us, trust that God can work through us, and serve with courage—even when there’s no strategy.

Luke 5:17–26
Pastor CJ Ward
⛪ New Life Gillette

Chapters

(00:00:02) - Call to Serve
(00:01:48) - Luke 5: Healing the Sick
(00:04:06) - I Had A Longboard To Get To College
(00:09:20) - The Four Guys Who Dropped Their Friend Through a Roof to Jesus
(00:15:39) - How to Lead a Lost Person to Jesus
(00:21:11) - Can We Be Used to Change the World?
(00:27:55) - Communion

Serving Without a Strategy | Called: to Serve | Wes Smith

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:50:59 +0000

Why do we serve God?

In this message from our Called: to Serve series, Pastor Wes Smith teaches from the book of Job to confront a transactional view of faith — the idea that obedience earns blessing and service guarantees protection.

Through God’s response to Job, we discover a powerful truth: God loves without strategy. He delights in creation that offers Him nothing in return. And when we truly see who God is, it changes why we serve.

Serving is no longer about leverage or reward.
It becomes a response to love that has already transformed us.

Scripture: Job 1–2; Job 38–42
⛪ New Life Gillette
Pastor Wes Smith

Chapters

(00:00:02) - A Vote of Affirmation for the Next Lead Pastor at New Life
(00:05:17) - The Life of Job
(00:07:23) - The Life of Job
(00:10:43) - Job Gets It Coming From God
(00:12:53) - Job vs. Zophar
(00:19:01) - God's Love for Job
(00:20:50) - Favorite Bird Ever Made
(00:22:43) - Job 3: The Behemoth
(00:28:42) - Job's Epic Wedding
(00:28:55) - Job the Book of Job
(00:33:29) - The Love of the Local Church

Who Do We Change? | Called: to Serve | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:19:43 +0000

What actually causes a person to change?

In this message, Pastor CJ Ward explores the three forces that shape transformation — miracles, crisis, and inspiration — and reveals why inspiration rooted in a clear vision of Jesus is the most powerful catalyst for lasting change.

Teaching from the book of Habakkuk and the life of Jesus, this message shows how encountering God leads to worship, service, and true transformation. If you’ve ever struggled to change habits, attitudes, or priorities, this message offers a hopeful and biblical pathway forward.

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1–2; Mark 10:45; Philippians 2
Pastor CJ Ward
New Life Gillette

Chapters

(00:00:02) - Called to Serve
(00:01:44) - Habakkuk
(00:02:58) - What Causes People to Change?
(00:05:48) - Causes of Change in the Life
(00:10:41) - Crisis and Inspiration: How to Motivate Change
(00:15:39) - Christians Are Called to Serve
(00:19:12) - Temptation to Sit in Crisis
(00:23:20) - Inspiration
(00:29:13) - "This is Me"

Come and Become | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:25:36 +0000

What if the church was truly a place where anyone could come — and everyone could become?

In Come and Become, Pastor CJ Ward teaches through Acts 9 and the story of Saul’s conversion to show how grace always comes before change. Saul didn’t clean himself up before meeting Jesus. He encountered Jesus first — and transformation followed.

This message explores:

Why no one comes to Jesus prepared
How grace precedes transformation
What it means to be a “come as you are” church
How God sees who we are and who we can become
Why the Church needs people before they change

If Saul can come to Jesus, anyone can.
And if anyone can come, anyone can become.

Scripture: Acts 9:1–19
New Life Gillette
Pastor CJ Ward

Chapters

(00:00:02) - A Year of Celebration at New Life Gillette Church
(00:03:33) - Scraps From My Cousin's Shop
(00:07:07) - Paul the Apostle vs Saul
(00:13:21) - If Saul Can Come To Jesus, Then Anyone Can Come to Jesus
(00:16:52) - Temptation to Let Them Come to Jesus As They Are
(00:24:02) - What's Offensive About The Gospel?
(00:30:07) - Fill Out Your Life Card
(00:36:01) - Prayers for Today

Did You Notice? | CJ Ward

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:18:12 +0000

At Christmas, the story of Jesus can feel familiar—but it was never meant to feel normal.

In this message, “Did You Notice?”, we walk through Philippians 2:5–11 and rediscover how absurd, scandalous, and beautiful the story of Jesus really is. God did not use His power for His own advantage. Instead, He became human, took on the role of a servant, and obediently went to the cross.

When we truly notice who Jesus is and what He has done, worship becomes the natural response. Seeing Jesus clearly doesn’t just inform us—it transforms us.

Scripture: Philippians 2:5–11
Message Title: Did You Notice?
Church: New Life Gillette

If this message encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who needs to see Jesus more clearly this Christmas.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Christmas Teaching
(00:01:00) - Philippians 2: Love
(00:04:34) - You Notice When Things Are Not Normal
(00:05:18) - Does Christmas Have Become Normal?
(00:07:52) - Philippians 2: The Perks of Being God
(00:11:27) - The Power of Jesus
(00:16:59) - Becoming Obedient to Death
(00:22:25) - How the Grand Canyon Changed My Life
(00:25:55) - My Worship Tells Me What I Notice About Jesus
(00:31:03) - Have You Noticed Jesus?: A Common Prayer
(00:32:07) - Wonders of the World

Do You Love Jesus? | Follower | Week 6

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:15:57 +0000

After Peter’s greatest failure, Jesus didn’t ask for an explanation.
He asked a question.

In Week 6 of our Follower series, Pastor CJ Ward teaches through John 21 and the powerful moment where Jesus restores Peter after his denial. Around a charcoal fire — the same setting where Peter once failed — Jesus invites Peter into grace, restoration, and renewed purpose.

This message explores:

Why we can’t earn our way into a relationship with God
How guilt and pride distort our view of grace
Why love is a response, not a requirement
How Jesus restores us without minimizing our failure
Why following Jesus starts with staying connected, not performing

Scripture: John 21:1–19

If you’ve ever wondered whether your mistakes disqualify you from following Jesus, this message is for you. No matter how far you think you’ve gone, you are never too far gone for grace.

The question that determines everything isn’t “Are you good enough?”
It’s “Do you love Jesus?”

#FollowerSeries #DoYouLoveJesus #Grace #Peter #Restoration #Faith #NewLifeGillette

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Jesus Meets Me Halfway
(00:06:47) - God's Love For Real People
(00:09:13) - Peter the Disbeliever
(00:13:57) - The Memory of Jesus
(00:18:58) - Jesus on Feeling Guilty About Doing Things
(00:24:26) - How to Yoke Yourself to God
(00:28:57) - Jesus died for the worst sin
(00:31:12) - God's Love for You

We're Going to Hell | Follower | Week 5

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:59:20 +0000

What did Jesus mean when He said the gates of hell will not overcome His Church?

In Week 5 of our Follower series, Pastor Mike unpacks Matthew 16 and Peter’s bold confession that Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus responds by declaring that His Church is not a defensive institution — it’s an advancing movement.

Scripture: Matthew 16:13–20

In this message you’ll learn:

Why the Church is built on the identity of Jesus
What the “gates of hell” actually represent
Why Christianity is an offensive movement, not a defensive one
How believers push back darkness with truth and love
What it means to live with kingdom authority
Why mission always requires courage and sacrifice

If you’ve ever felt like the world is getting darker, this message will ignite your confidence in the unstoppable mission of Jesus.

#FollowerSeries #NewLifeGillette #GatesOfHell #OnMission #JesusBuildsHisChurch #Peter

Chapters

(00:00:00) - We're Going to Hell
(00:05:07) - John Wesley and the Wesleyan Church
(00:07:16) - Why Jesus Took His Disciples to Caesarea Philippi
(00:14:28) - Jesus Says He'll Build His Church On A Rock
(00:21:02) - Jesus Said to the Disciples, Give Up Your Way
(00:25:07) - An Appeal for Ambassadors

Let Jesus Lead | Follower | Week 4

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:26:00 +0000

What does it mean to actually Let Jesus Lead your life?

In Week 4 of our series Follower: Learning from the Life of Peter, Pastor Mike walks us through all three Gospel accounts of Jesus walking on water. Last week, we focused on Peter stepping out of the boat. This week, we discover the deeper truth: the real miracle happens when Jesus gets in the boat.

Scripture: Mark 6:45–52 • John 6:16–21 • Matthew 14:22–33

In this message you’ll learn:

Why hearing from God looks different for everyone
Why focusing on Jesus matters more than fixing yourself
How faith shifts when you stop trusting yourself and start trusting Him
Why surrender is the doorway to peace
How Jesus brings clarity and calm in the middle of chaos
What it means to let Jesus steer instead of riding with Him in the back seat

If you’re navigating a storm, feeling uncertain, or struggling to hear God’s voice, this message is a powerful reminder that peace comes not from control — but from letting Jesus lead.

#FollowerSeries #LetJesusLead #NewLifeGillette #Faith #JesusCalmsTheStorm #Discipleship #LifeOfPeter

Chapters

(00:00:00) - How to Hear from God
(00:06:33) - The Story of Jesus Walking On Water
(00:12:09) - Peter's Walking on Water
(00:15:02) - What Happens When Jesus Gets in the Boat?
(00:21:00) - God's Restoring the Storm
(00:26:49) - Crucified at Communion
(00:28:35) - Communion
(00:30:11) - A message from the Lord

Get Out Of The Boat | Follower | Week 3

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:12:09 +0000

What if the greatest moments of your faith can only happen when you’re willing to step out of what’s safe and move toward Jesus?

In Week 3 of our Follower series, Pastor Mike Wilson teaches through Matthew 14:22–33 — the moment Peter walks on water. This message shows us that following Jesus isn’t about staying comfortable; it’s about trusting Him enough to move when He calls.

Scripture: Matthew 14:22–33

In this message, you’ll learn:

Why Jesus sometimes sends us into storms
How fear can distort our view of God
Why faith begins with asking Jesus for a calling, not comfort
What happens when you take your first step of obedience
How Jesus responds when we start sinking
Why storms don’t always stop immediately — and why that’s okay

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this message is a powerful reminder:
Miracles happen when you Get Out Of The Boat.

#FollowerSeries #GetOutOfTheBoat #NewLifeGillette #Peter #Faith #Jesus #Discipleship

Chapters

(00:00:00) - A Fishbowl for Peter
(00:03:14) - What's Your Comfort Zone?
(00:05:22) - Peter Walks On The Water
(00:11:14) - Steps Out of the Boat
(00:17:45) - When You Fall, Look to Jesus
(00:18:32) - Where Do You Look for Help When You Fall Short?
(00:19:26) - Steps Out of My Comfort Zone
(00:27:55) - A Moment of Calling for the Church

Follow As You Are | Follower | Week 2

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:09:52 +0000

Religion says you need to change before you follow.
Jesus says, “Follow Me… and I will make you.”

In Week 2 of our series Follower: Learning from the Life of Peter, Pastor Mike walks through Matthew 4 and Luke 5 to show the full story behind Jesus calling His first disciples. It wasn’t an impulsive, reckless decision — it was a step of trust based on what they had already seen and heard.

Scripture: Matthew 4:18–22 • Luke 5:1–11 • Mark 1:14–17
Big Idea: You come as you are. Jesus does the changing.

In this message you’ll learn:

Why Jesus leads with invitation, not expectation
How God forms us while we follow Him
Why small steps of obedience often open the door to miracles
How Peter moved from “Master” to “Lord”
Why following Jesus always requires movement

If you’ve ever felt unqualified, unprepared, or “not ready” to follow Jesus — this message is for you.

#FollowerSeries #NewLifeGillette #FollowJesus #Discipleship #LifeOfPeter

Chapters

(00:00:00) - New Life Church Teaching
(00:07:19) - Come as You Are and I Will Make You
(00:10:36) - The Story of Jesus
(00:15:01) - Matthew 5: Following Jesus
(00:21:12) - Follow Me
(00:27:13) - Peter's Step into the Kingdom

What if Jesus changes everything? | Follower | Week 1

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 17:27:05 +0000

What happens when Jesus changes everything about you?

In Week 1 of our series Follower – Learning from the Life of Peter, Pastor CJ Ward unpacks John 1:35–42, where Jesus meets Simon and gives him a new name — Peter. In one encounter, Jesus transforms his identity and sets the tone for what it means to follow Him.

Scripture: John 1:35–42 | 2 Corinthians 5:17 | Ezekiel 46:9 | Romans 2:4

In this message, you’ll discover:

Why every follower of Jesus experiences real change.
How to surrender control and trust what God wants to transform.
The difference between letting Jesus change “something” and letting Him change “everything.”
Why open hands are the posture of a true follower.

️ You can’t encounter Jesus and leave the same.
Watch now and ask the question: What if Jesus changes everything?

#FollowerSeries #NewLifeGillette #CJWard #JesusChangesEverything #Discipleship #LifeOfPeter

Chapters

(00:00:00) - What Does It Really Mean to Follow Jesus?
(00:03:41) - The Bible is Odd
(00:06:04) - The Strange Life of Simon
(00:10:15) - Jesus Changes Everything About All of Us
(00:15:34) - Could You Tell Who Was A Skater Or A Pretender?
(00:18:06) - Does God Need Everything Changed in Your Life?
(00:24:51) - "I Want to Change Everything"
(00:29:47) - Will I Let Jesus Change Anything About Me?

Becoming | Week 8

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:39:39 +0000

What if you could imagine who God is helping you become — without limits?
In the final week of our Becoming series, Pastor CJ shares how God doesn’t just make us “a little better.” In Christ, the old is gone, and the new has come.

This message challenges us to stop seeing ourselves and others through a worldly lens and to live as ambassadors of heaven — people who represent the love and transformation of Jesus in our homes, workplaces, and communities.

Stop judging your future by your past.
Believe you are a new creation.
Take your seat at the table.
Live like heaven is breaking into your everyday life.

2 Corinthians 5:16–21

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here.”

#Becoming #NewLifeGillette #CJWard #Transformation #AmbassadorsForChrist

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Second Corinthians: Becoming
(00:03:05) - Questions for the President
(00:03:49) - If There Were No Limits on Who You Could Become, What Type
(00:05:23) - The Limits of Imagination
(00:10:23) - What is a "Worldly Point of View?"
(00:14:54) - The Old Testament: Imagine a Better Life
(00:20:08) - Jesus Will Throw A Feast For The Poor
(00:23:25) - Many of us would prefer to die than to go to heaven
(00:28:01) - Paul on the Ministry of Reconciliation
(00:32:55) - Jesus' Seat at the Table
(00:33:16) - What Seat is God Calling You to?

Sin & Struggle | Becoming | Week 7

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 15:35:55 +0000

We all struggle with divided loyalties—wanting to follow God, yet drawn toward what leads us away from Him.

In this week of Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor Mike Wilson walks through the story of Samson to show how sin slowly destroys our strength and blinds us to God’s plan. But no matter how far we fall, God’s grace invites us back home.

Scripture Highlights:

James 1:6–8 – Divided loyalties lead to instability.
Judges 13–16 – Samson’s divided heart and God’s redeeming grace.
Lamentations 3:22–23 – His mercies are new every morning.
Romans 8:13 – Put to death the deeds of the flesh.
Luke 15:11–24 – The prodigal son’s return.

In this message, you’ll learn:

Why sin promises freedom but produces pain.
How to build boundaries that protect your walk with God.
Why strength comes from surrender, not striving.
How God’s mercy restores what sin tries to destroy.

Subscribe for more messages from New Life Gillette Church and continue Becoming who God created you to be.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Foreign Church Teaching
(00:00:27) - Divided Loyalties
(00:05:11) - Samson
(00:11:29) - Samson
(00:16:16) - Samson
(00:21:09) - The Prodigal Son
(00:27:04) - Rock Bottom
(00:28:59) - Samson the Prodigal
(00:34:02) - Take a Step toward Love God

Doubt | Becoming | Week 6

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 17:59:16 +0000

Everyone doubts. The question is — what will you do with it?

In this week of Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor CJ Ward explores the reality of doubt and how to walk through it without shame. Whether your doubt is intellectual or deeply personal, this message will remind you that God is not afraid of your questions.

Scripture References:

1 John 3:19–24 – God is greater than our hearts.
Matthew 28:17 – They worshiped Him, but some doubted.
Psalm 34:8 – Taste and see that the Lord is good.
Romans 8:1 – No condemnation in Christ Jesus.
1 John 3:1 – We are called children of God.

In this message, you’ll learn:

Why doubt is normal and even necessary for genuine faith.
The difference between intellectual and personal doubt.
How condemnation—not questioning—is what holds us back.
How the Holy Spirit works through community when our own faith feels weak.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - New Life Gillette: Starting a Wednesday Service
(00:02:02) - First John 3:1-3
(00:03:31) - How To See an Elk
(00:08:12) - What Doubt Is
(00:12:20) - Both Intellectual Doubt and Personal Doubt
(00:14:25) - All of John's Gifts for Going Through Doubt
(00:19:25) - Satan's Lies for Those Who Are Doubtful
(00:22:03) - First John 3: I'm greater than your condemnation
(00:27:27) - How to Get Through Season of Doubt (1)
(00:30:56) - A Season of Doubt

Circles | Becoming | Week 5

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:04:29 +0000

We were never meant to follow Jesus alone.

In this final week of our series Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor CJ Ward hosts a panel discussion with New Life attenders about the importance of community, connection, and accountability through Circles (our Life Groups).

Scripture References:

Genesis 2:18 – It’s not good for man to be alone.
Acts 2:42–47 – The early church devoted themselves to fellowship.
Hebrews 10:24–25 – Don’t give up meeting together.
Proverbs 27:17 – Iron sharpens iron.
James 5:16 – Confess your sins and pray for one another.

In this conversation you’ll hear:

How isolation is one of the enemy’s biggest tools against spiritual growth.
Why community is not optional—it’s essential.
Real stories of how Circles have shaped faith, friendship, and transformation.
How to find freedom through being fully known and fully loved.

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Skills | Becoming | Week 4

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 19:05:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered why some aspects of life seem so challenging, even when we're pursuing something meaningful? There's a profound truth that often gets overlooked: everything in life worth doing is hard. This applies not just to our worldly pursuits, but also to our spiritual journey.

As followers of Christ, we sometimes fall into the trap of thinking that because salvation is a free gift, our spiritual growth should come easily. But there's a crucial distinction we need to understand: grace is opposed to earning, but not to effort.

Imagine someone gifting you a house. You have two choices: you could neglect it, allowing it to fall into disrepair, or you could invest time and energy into maintaining and improving it. The house was freely given, but the effort you put in determines how much you benefit from and enjoy that gift. Our spiritual life works in a similar way.

The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Corinthians, uses the analogy of an athlete training for a race. He encourages believers to run as if they're competing for a prize – not a temporary accolade, but something of eternal value. This prize isn't salvation itself (which is already secured through Christ), but rather becoming who we were created to be.

It's entirely possible to receive the gift of salvation yet miss out on fully becoming the person God intended. This is where effort comes into play. We don't earn God's love or our place in His kingdom, but we do need to apply ourselves to grow and transform.

So, what does this look like practically? There are five key skills that form the foundation of a disciple's life:

Gather Purposefully: It's not just about showing up to church, but coming with intention – to worship, learn, and connect with God's people. We prioritize gathering, even when we don't feel like it, understanding that consistent community shapes us.
Connect Deeply: We were created for relationship – with God and others. This often happens through small groups or intentional friendships where we're willing to be vulnerable and ask for help when needed. It's a skill that requires practice and overcoming our natural tendency towards self-sufficiency.
Give Generously: The Bible speaks about money more than it does about heaven and hell combined. Why? Because our relationship with money deeply affects our spiritual health. Tithing (giving the first 10% of our income) isn't about earning God's favor, but about freeing our hearts from the grip of materialism and aligning our priorities with God's kingdom.
Serve Selflessly: When we serve others, we're not just meeting needs; we're becoming more like Jesus. Every act of service, whether it's in children's ministry or hospitality, shapes our character and aligns us with Christ's example of servanthood.
Influence Daily: Making disciples isn't reserved for pastors or missionaries – it's the calling of every believer. This doesn't mean awkward, forced evangelism. Instead, it's about being attuned to the Holy Spirit's work in the lives of those around us and using our influence to point people towards Christ in natural, loving ways.

Developing these skills requires consistent effort, much like an athlete or musician who practices daily to improve their craft. We don't suddenly master these areas; it's a lifelong journey of growth and refinement.

It's important to recognize a common pitfall in this process. Over time, we can start to believe that our efforts mean we've earned our place in God's family. This attitude leads to looking down on others who don't seem to be trying as hard. We must constantly remind ourselves that while effort is crucial for growth, it doesn't negate the fact that our salvation and acceptance are purely gifts from God.

The beauty of this journey is that we're not alone in our efforts. The Holy Spirit meets us in our striving, empowering us to become more like Christ. Our effort creates space for God to work in our hearts, leading to genuine transformation.

So, how do we begin? Start small. Don't try to overhaul your entire life overnight. Choose one area to focus on:

Commit to attending church regularly and engaging fully when you're there.
Join a small group or reach out to form deeper connections with fellow believers.
Start giving consistently, even if it's a small amount, to practice generosity.
Find a place to serve in your local church or community.
Look for opportunities to naturally share your faith journey with others.

Remember, becoming who God created you to be is a marathon, not a sprint. It requires patience, perseverance, and a willingness to keep showing up, even when progress feels slow.

As we embrace this journey of becoming, we'll find that the effort we invest yields rich rewards. We'll experience deeper intimacy with God, more meaningful relationships, and a sense of purpose that comes from living in alignment with our Creator's design.

So, let's run this race with intention, applying effort not to earn God's love, but to fully realize the potential He's placed within us. In doing so, we'll discover the joy of becoming who we were always meant to be.

Abiding | Becoming | Week 3

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 20:48:14 +0000

What does it really mean to abide in Jesus?

In this week of our series Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor Mike Wilson unpacks John 15 and shows us that abiding isn’t about trying harder—it’s about staying connected to the true vine, Jesus Christ.

Scripture Highlights:

John 15:1–5 – Remain in Me and you will bear much fruit.
Matthew 7:17–20 – A tree is known by its fruit.
James 4:4 – You cannot serve two masters.
Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit.

In this message you’ll learn:

Why intimacy with Jesus matters more than proximity to church activity.
How pruning is God’s way of making our fruit healthier.
Why abiding guarantees fruit—not because we can produce it, but because Christ produces it through us.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Abiding Christians: Week 3
(00:08:07) - A Good Tree Can't Bear Bad Fruit
(00:14:46) - Jesus on the Tree of Life
(00:20:33) - An Intimate Relationship with Jesus
(00:26:47) - Stay Connected to Jesus

Sacraments | Becoming | Week 2

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:47:23 +0000

What makes communion and baptism so important? This week in our series Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor CJ Ward explains the meaning of sacraments and why they matter for our faith.

Scripture:

Joshua 4:1–7
1 Corinthians 11:23–26
Romans 6:3–4

Sacraments are not magic—they are sacred because they remind us that something happened. Jesus’ death and resurrection have changed everything. Communion and baptism are memorials that point us back to that reality:

Communion reminds us of Christ’s body and blood given for us.
Baptism is our public declaration that our old life is gone and we now belong to Jesus.

Sacraments both comfort us when we feel unworthy and challenge us to obedience. Above all, they remind us that because of Jesus, everything is different now.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Joshua 4:1
(00:00:46) - Joshua 4: Sacraments
(00:02:23) - Joshua
(00:06:49) - Sacrifices
(00:08:30) - The Story of the Ark of the Covenant
(00:12:50) - For We Can't Remember the Good Things
(00:19:04) - The Sacraments of Jesus
(00:21:46) - Jesus' Baptisms
(00:25:53) - Something Happened in My Life

What Have I Become? | Becoming | Week 1

New Life Gillette Church — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 16:30:00 +0000

Who are you becoming? In this opening message of our new series Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor Mike Wilson challenges us to reflect on our growth, our motivations, and our calling as followers of Jesus.

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3–8

God has given us everything we need for life and godliness.
The path of becoming includes: moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, patient endurance, godliness, and love.
The more we grow in these, the more useful and productive we are in God’s kingdom.

This message reminds us that Jesus raised the bar but lowered the pressure—He met the standard for us and empowers us to grow.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Teaching From The Prison
(00:00:56) - How to Get Out of Stuck
(00:05:45) - Why Do We Do the Crime?
(00:11:28) - How to Become a Tin Whistle Disciple
(00:18:08) - All the Promises of God's Kingdom
(00:18:56) - Healthy Living Through Faith and Self-control
(00:23:26) - The Journey of Loving Everyone
(00:25:01) - Guilt and Shame in Our Life
(00:33:15) - God, I pray for this series

No Limits | Kickoff Sunday 2025

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:11:26 +0000

God’s love and power have no boundaries. In this Kickoff Sunday message, Pastor Mike unpacks what it means to live with faith in the limitless God—a God who can forgive every sin, redeem every story, and use anyone for His glory.

In this message you’ll learn:

Why pessimism limits our faith and how optimism rooted in Jesus sets us free.
The story of the woman caught in adultery and the freedom Christ offers.
Our Wesleyan heritage and the call to bring the Gospel beyond the walls of the church.
The truth that there are no limits on who can be saved, how God can use you, or what He can redeem.

Key Scripture: Ephesians 3:20 – “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or imagine.”

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Jesus on Being Pro-Optical
(00:07:32) - A tour of John Wesley's life
(00:11:40) - What Makes Wesleyan Theology Unique?
(00:19:23) - The Word Perfect
(00:26:32) - Christians: The Great Commission
(00:28:17) - God's Plan for Your Life
(00:30:50) - Today Is the Day to Put Your Faith in God

Perfectionism | Gravity | Week 5

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:25:00 +0000

In the final message of our Gravity teaching series, Pastor Mike Wilson tackles the weight of perfectionism—the cultural pressure to look flawless, live pain-free, and have it all together. But what if the pursuit of a perfect life is actually pulling us further from God?

Using 2 Corinthians 12:7–10, Pastor Mike unpacks how the Apostle Paul viewed weakness not as failure, but as a place where “God’s power is made perfect.” In a world obsessed with self-reliance and curated lives, this message reminds us that God didn’t create us to be perfect—He created us to be dependent on Him.

Scripture References:
Genesis 3:4–5
2 Corinthians 12:7–10
1 Samuel 8:6–7
Genesis 1:2–3
Luke 22:42
Matthew 25:40
Lamentations 3:22–23

Key Takeaways:

Perfectionism is a form of self-worship
God brings order out of chaos
Our weaknesses are where His strength shines
God's grace is always enough
Self-sufficiency leads to pain, dependence leads to peace

Two Action Steps:

Start your day with awe, not anxiety
Serve someone regularly to shift your focus off yourself

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Perfectionism
(00:02:55) - Don't Want A Perfect Life
(00:08:23) - "A Thorn in My Flesh"
(00:10:45) - Why God Allows Self-Dependence in Our Life
(00:18:19) - Paul on the Thorn in His Flesh
(00:25:27) - Paul: My Power Works Best in Weakness
(00:30:46) - How to Stop Perfecting Yourself
(00:33:43) - Prayers for All People

Ease/Comfort | Gravity | Week 4

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:18:00 +0000

In this message from our Gravity series, Pastor CJ Ward confronts the cultural lie that success equals ease. Whether it’s your job, your marriage, your parenting, or your faith—our world tells us that if it’s hard, it must be wrong. But in Genesis 2, we see that God’s design has always included work, purpose, and responsibility—even in paradise.

“The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it.”
— Genesis 2:15

Ease was never the goal. God calls us to work not for our worth, but from it. This message challenges us to reject the gravitational pull of comfort and instead embrace the responsibility God has given us right where we are.

Key Themes:

God gave us a place, work, and responsibility
The goal of life is not ease but purposeful obedience
Work is not a curse—it’s a gift from God
Don’t wait for "someday"—make a difference today

Additional Scriptures:

Genesis 2:15–17
Genesis 1:28
Colossians 3:23
Romans 8:1

Challenge:
Pick the “Life on Mission” skill that’s hardest for you (Connect, Gather, Give, Influence, Serve), and commit to growing in that one area from now through Labor Day.

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Sex | Gravity | Week 3

New Life Gillette Church — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:39:18 +0000

In Week 3 of our Gravity series, Pastor CJ Ward dives into one of the most powerful and misunderstood forces shaping our culture today—sex. While the world treats sex as casual, transactional, and purely physical, Scripture shows us something far more sacred.

CJ unpacks Genesis 2:24-25, revealing God’s original design for sex: a beautiful, intimate, and spiritual union meant to occur within marriage. But when the gravity of cultural lies pulls us away from God's truth, things get broken fast—hearts, relationships, and identities.

This message covers:
✔ Why sex is sacred, not shameful
✔ The devastating lies of pornography
✔ How boundaries protect what’s holy
✔ What Scripture really says about sexual sin
✔ God’s grace for those with sexual wounds
✔ The freedom that comes with surrender and holiness

Whether you’re single, married, dating, or healing, this message is full of truth and hope.

“Not every boundary means something is bad—some boundaries protect what is good.”

“God forgives, heals, and restores sexual brokenness.”

Scriptures referenced:
Genesis 2:19–25
Romans 8:1
Song of Solomon
1 Corinthians 6:18–20
Hebrews 13:4
Ephesians 5:3
Matthew 5:28

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Sex and Sexuality in the Church
(00:02:04) - God Made Woman
(00:03:42) - Analysis paralysis: Too Many Options in Our Life
(00:09:05) - Sexual Boundaries in a Christian Marriage
(00:14:37) - Sex is Reserved for Marriage
(00:20:38) - Sex and Pleasure in Christianity
(00:22:30) - Sexual activity outside of marriage is sinful
(00:26:34) - Sexual Sin
(00:32:48) - Sexual Desire and Shame

Social Loafing | Gravity | Week 2

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 16:24:58 +0000

We all feel it—that pull toward comfort, passivity, and self-preservation. In this week’s message, Pastor Mike Wilson dives into the concept of “Social Loafing,” where people do less when others are around to do the work. It’s a scientific reality—and a spiritual problem.

Using Galatians 5:17 and James 1:22, Pastor Mike shows how our sinful nature is constantly in tension with the Holy Spirit, creating a gravitational pull that keeps us stuck. Left unchecked, this pull can lead us to believe lies like, “Someone else will do it,” or, “I have to do it all myself.”

Drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37), we’re reminded that compassion isn’t optional—and passivity isn’t neutral. Every believer has a role in building the Church and blessing their city.

We also get challenged to trust God in our generosity and reminded that true transformation doesn’t come from more strength—it comes from more surrender.

Key Takeaway:
You weren’t saved by works, and you won’t be sanctified by them either. Let go of “social loafing” and step into the full life Jesus offers—together with the Church.

Need a challenge today? Ask yourself:

Am I pulling my weight in my faith?
Where have I said “someone else will do it”?
Am I surrendering to Jesus or just trying harder?

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Foreign Church Teaching
(00:00:34) - God's Gravity Pulls Us Down
(00:09:28) - All God's Love For You
(00:11:03) - Coming as You Are
(00:15:54) - What is the type of Gillette person?
(00:19:41) - Social Loafing and Gravitational Pulls
(00:26:33) - Donor's Paradise
(00:32:57) - Wonders of the World Take Communion

The Waters We Swim In | Gravity | Week 1

New Life Gillette Church — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 14:55:09 +0000

In this kickoff message of our new series Gravity, Pastor CJ Ward explores the invisible cultural currents that shape our beliefs and behavior. Titled “The Waters We Swim In,” this sermon challenges us to identify how the world subtly pulls us away from the teachings of Jesus—and calls us to submit every opinion, belief, and preference to Christ.

Scripture Focus: John 6:60–69
Jesus’ followers were shocked by His teaching—and many walked away. What will we do when His truth contradicts our culture?

Key Takeaways:

Culture shapes us without asking for permission
Expressive individualism tells us to “look within” instead of to God
True discipleship means surrendering not just our actions—but our opinions
We don’t drag people toward agreement—we lead them closer to Jesus

Challenge: Are you willing to let Jesus change your mind?

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Jesus' Teaching
(00:02:57) - Do You Love Dogs Or Cats?
(00:06:56) - Confirmation bias and the Western culture
(00:14:45) - The gravitational pull of our culture
(00:15:39) - Jesus Challenges the World Around Him
(00:22:25) - Come to Follow Jesus Today
(00:27:31) - Letting Our Opinions Go
(00:31:45) - Jesus Will Change His Mind

Shame and Forgiveness| Healthy to the Core | Week 5

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:22:00 +0000

Many people walk through life carrying shame like a weight they were never meant to bear. In this powerful message, Pastor Mike Wilson reminds us that God doesn’t just forgive—He forgets. In Week 5 of Healthy to the Core, we unpack the relationship between shame and forgiveness, and how Jesus took on our shame at the cross so we could live in freedom.

Learn:

The difference between guilt and shame
Why God’s forgiveness is total and freeing
How shame thrives in secrecy—and how confession breaks its grip
What it means to find identity in Christ, not in your past
Practical steps for walking in healing and wholeness

Key Scriptures:

Psalm 103:8–12
Hebrews 8:12
2 Corinthians 5:17
Genesis 3:8
James 5:16
Hebrews 12:1–2
Lamentations 3:23

⛪️ If you’ve believed the lie that your past defines your future, it’s time to hear the truth: You are forgiven, you are loved, and you are free.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Foreign Church Teaching: The Lord is Compassionate and Merciful
(00:07:09) - Forgiveness in a Real World
(00:13:25) - Why Shame Keeps Me From God
(00:19:26) - What is Shame in Our Life?
(00:27:10) - The Shameful Lie That Satan Tells About Himself
(00:29:49) - A New Life With God

Brave and Prepared | Healthy to the Core | Week 4

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:34:50 +0000

Are you brave and prepared for the battles of life?

In this powerful message, Pastor Mike Wilson walks through Ephesians 6 and unpacks the full armor of God—not just as a childhood metaphor, but as a real strategy for spiritual survival and victory. This sermon reminds us that bravery without preparation is recklessness, and preparation without bravery is useless. Together, they empower believers to stand firm in a world full of unseen battles.

You’ll learn:
⚔️ How to recognize the enemy and his lies
️ Why truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and Scripture matter
How prayer and the Holy Spirit equip you to live boldly
What it truly means to be spiritually brave and prepared

Scripture References:
Ephesians 6:10–18
Romans 12:2
Proverbs 4:23
Ephesians 2:10
Romans 8:1
Deuteronomy 31:6
John 14

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Foreign Church Teaching
(00:00:32) - Wearing the Armor of God
(00:02:38) - Paul Recommends Putting On God's Armor
(00:08:53) - Paul: Prepare for the Battle Against the Satan
(00:15:04) - The Satan Will Tell You You're Not Strong Enough
(00:15:47) - The Body Armor of God's Righteousness
(00:19:00) - Armor of Faith for Fighting the World's Battles
(00:25:05) - God is with me

Body & Soul | Healthy to the Core | Week 3

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 17:04:16 +0000

Are we just souls trapped in bodies—or something more? In this powerful message, Pastor CJ Ward breaks down the misconception that our physical health is separate from our spiritual health. Drawing from Genesis 2:7, 2 Corinthians 5, and Matthew 12:34, CJ shows how we are fully integrated beings—body and soul—created in the image of God.

He challenges the cultural belief that the soul matters more than the body and reminds us that the hope of resurrection is not about escape but restoration. Using relatable metaphors like bicycles and water bottles, CJ helps us see why what we do with our bodies matters deeply to God.

Key Takeaways:

You are a whole person—body & soul.
What you do with your body has spiritual consequences.
God’s goal for you isn’t perfection but holistic health.
Healing comes through pursuit, prayer, and trust.
Our ultimate hope is resurrection—not escape.

Scriptures:
Genesis 2:7 • 2 Corinthians 5 • Matthew 12:34 • James 5:14-15 • Philippians 4:7

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Foreign Church
(00:01:50) - God's Creation in Genesis 2
(00:02:57) - Body or Soul?: What's More Important?
(00:08:44) - The Soul and the Body
(00:09:26) - God Created the Human
(00:11:29) - What Makes a Human Being a Bicycle?
(00:18:00) - Physical Health and Spiritual Life
(00:24:24) - Healthy as Cautionly Possible
(00:26:55) - 3 Things We Should Be Doing to Care for Our Body and Soul

Spiritual Disciplines | Healthy to the Core | Week 2

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 20:25:52 +0000

What does it mean to be spiritually healthy at the core? In this week’s message, Pastor Sawyer Poitra walks through the power of Spiritual Disciplines—practices like prayer, Scripture reading, fasting, rest, and serving that shape us into the image of Jesus.

Spiritual growth doesn’t happen by accident. It happens through intentional rhythms that draw us closer to God. In this message, you’ll learn:

✅ Why godliness requires consistent training (1 Timothy 4:7-8)
✅ How to build a personal spiritual formation plan
✅ What it means to let God renew your mind (Romans 12:2)
✅ Why Sabbath and rest are actually acts of trust
✅ How to take your next step through the PSA Assessment

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Learning to Follow Christ
(00:00:26) - "Come as You Are"
(00:01:47) - Become Who You Were Made to Be
(00:07:28) - Daily Rhythm and Practices in the Bible
(00:13:35) - Reading the Bible: The Journey
(00:16:32) - God's Prayer for Me
(00:22:27) - Community in the Christian Walk
(00:28:05) - Prayer for Our Church

Emotional/Spiritual Health | Healthy To The Core | Week 1

New Life Gillette Church — Tue, 27 May 2025 20:22:43 +0000

What does it mean to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength? In this message, Chelsea Arrington opens our new series by exploring the essential link between emotional and spiritual health.

Using Matthew 22:36–40 and Deuteronomy 6:5 as her foundation, Chelsea explains why emotional maturity is not optional for disciples of Jesus—it’s central. She unpacks the five core areas of health (physical, spiritual, mental, social, emotional) and reminds us that unacknowledged emotions can derail our growth.

You'll hear real-life examples, powerful metaphors (including Pixar's Inside Out), and biblical truth to help you understand:

✅ Why emotions are a gift from God
✅ What happens when we suppress feelings
✅ How emotional health shapes our ability to love others
✅ Why Jesus was the most emotionally aware person who ever lived

Jesus wept. He celebrated. He grieved. He rejoiced. And to become more like Him, we must become emotionally honest.

Scripture Highlights:

Matthew 22:36–40
Deuteronomy 6:5
Genesis 1:27
Mark 3:5, Luke 10:21
John 11:35, Matthew 9:36
John 10:10

Action Step: Take time today to ask yourself:

How does God want me to see my emotions?
How are my emotions affecting how I love God and others?

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Wyoming Prison Teaching
(00:01:12) - Matthew 22: Love and the Law
(00:03:05) - My Favorite Movie
(00:05:09) - Jesus Is Called to the Pharisees
(00:11:32) - Emotional health and spiritual health
(00:13:58) - How to Get to Know Your Partner in Marriage Counseling
(00:20:51) - How God Seees Emotions
(00:26:59) - What Emotions Do for Us
(00:31:11) - A challenge for you today

Philia | Four Loves | Week 4

New Life Gillette Church — Tue, 20 May 2025 19:36:19 +0000

What kind of friendships are forming your faith?

In this powerful final message of our Four Loves teaching series, Pastor CJ Ward unpacks the biblical meaning of Philia—brotherly love—and why it’s essential for spiritual growth and emotional health. In a world increasingly plagued by loneliness, the Church has the answer: Gospel-centered friendship.

Proverbs 18:24 reminds us, “There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” That’s Philia.

In this message, you’ll discover:

The difference between surface relationships and soul-nourishing friendship
Why Jesus and Paul modeled a life built on Philia
Three practical ways to build lasting, Christ-centered friendships
Why life groups and spiritual accountability matter more than ever
How your closest relationships shape your faith journey

Whether you’re feeling isolated or looking to go deeper in your friendships, this message will inspire you to become a better friend and surround yourself with people who point you to Jesus.

Key Quote:
"You don’t become who you’re meant to be by accident. You need friends who will shape you, sharpen you, and stick with you." – Pastor CJ Ward

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - The Four Loves of Proverbs
(00:02:57) - Phileo
(00:04:09) - Do You Need Friends Whether You're Married or Not?
(00:10:13) - Americans Don't Talk About Mental Health or Physical Health
(00:12:40) - We Are Being Offered Fake Relationships
(00:17:53) - The Book of Proverbs
(00:20:52) - You Will Not Accidentally Become A Good Friend
(00:26:19) - A message about life groups
(00:30:59) - Singing the Song of Brotherly Love

Eros | Four Loves | Week 3

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 12 May 2025 15:51:22 +0000

What does the Bible really say about Eros—passionate, romantic love? In Week 3 of our Four Loves series, Pastor Mike Wilson breaks down how God created Eros to be a beautiful, powerful gift when experienced His way. While the world often distorts Eros into something selfish or shameful, God designed it for connection, trust, and deep intimacy—especially in the context of marriage.

In this message, you’ll discover:

Why Eros love isn’t just physical, but spiritual
How to protect and pursue intimacy in a Christ-honoring way
The contrast between the world’s version of Eros and God’s redemptive plan
How marriage reflects the relationship between Christ and the Church (Ephesians 5:25)
How to shift from a “consuming” view of love to a “giving” one

✨ Whether you're single, dating, married, or healing from relationship pain—this message will give you a deeper understanding of how God views romance and intimacy.

Key Scriptures:

Matthew 7:21
Ephesians 5:25
1 Thessalonians 4:3

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Foreign Church Teaching
(00:00:34) - Four Loves
(00:01:29) - Christian Sex
(00:02:59) - Jesus said to the Jews, I Never Knew You
(00:09:09) - How To Have Eros For Your Marriage
(00:13:01) - This is Not God's Eros For Us
(00:20:01) - Marriage in Heaven
(00:26:09) - How to Get Eros Back in Your Life

Storge | Four Loves | Week 2

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 05 May 2025 02:48:40 +0000

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In Week 2 of our Four Loves teaching series, Pastor CJ Ward explores Storge love—the kind of love rooted in family, familiarity, and affection. While often overlooked, Storge is foundational to relationships and reflects God’s tender heart for His people.

“Storge is the love that doesn’t need an invitation. It’s just there.” – Pastor CJ

Discover how the Bible reveals Storge love through stories of broken families, restored relationships, and the Church as a spiritual family. Learn how to live out this loyal, consistent, and compassionate love in your everyday life.

Scripture References:
Romans 12:10
1 John 3:1
Genesis 45
Luke 15:20
Psalm 103:13
Matthew 12:50

✨ Key Takeaways:

What is Storge love?
How the Bible displays familial affection
Living as the family of God
Why consistency and presence matter
Loving others through spiritual family ties

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - New Life Church Teaching: 100 People Decided to Follow Jesus
(00:01:24) - 4 Loves of First John
(00:04:04) - What Is Storge (Loving Affection)
(00:10:43) - The blurry picture of family
(00:18:19) - Whatever Cycle exists in Your Family Can Be Broken
(00:25:00) - He Lavished His Love on Me
(00:30:43) - He Loves You and He Likes You

Agape | Four Loves | Week 1

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 17:27:15 +0000

This week at New Life, we launch our series Four Loves by focusing on the foundation of Christian living: agape love. Just like bread without salt falls flat, a Christian life without agape is incomplete.

Jesus taught that love is the greatest commandment (Matthew 22:36-40), and Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 13 that without agape, everything else amounts to nothing. Agape is not just a feeling—it's a decision to seek the best for others, to love sacrificially, patiently, and selflessly.

Discover how God's agape love transforms our lives:

Agape makes patience possible with difficult people.
Agape empowers us to have hard, loving conversations.
Agape grows as we receive and trust in God's unchanging love (Zephaniah 3:17).

At New Life, we believe that without agape, nothing else matters. Let’s pursue a life shaped by God's perfect love.

Scripture references: Matthew 22:36-40, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Zephaniah 3:17, Romans 8:28, 1 John 4:7-8

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Easter Teaching
(00:01:16) - The Best Loaves of Bread
(00:07:19) - Protestants and Humility
(00:15:11) - What is Love in the Life?
(00:19:50) - Fourth Love: Agape Love and the Other Types
(00:23:17) - The Hardest People to Love
(00:29:56) - God's protection and hope for us
(00:32:59) - How to Grow in Your Relationship with God

Easter 2025

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:49:22 +0000

Easter 2025 at New Life Church was more than a holiday—it was a declaration of hope, freedom, and victory through Jesus Christ. In this powerful message, Pastor Mike unpacks why fear is no match for resurrection power and how Jesus’ triumph over the grave changes everything for us today.

Key Theme: Jesus is King, the grave is empty, and fear has no place in the life of a believer.

From Hebrews 2:14–15 and 1 Timothy 6:15–16 to John 3:16 and Matthew 6:24, this message takes us deep into the heart of the gospel. Jesus didn’t just rise from the dead for Himself—He did it to give you the keys to life, peace, and purpose.

If you’ve been battling fear, control, shame, or anxiety, this message reminds you: Perfect love drives out fear (1 John 4:18). You don’t have to be your own savior. The King of Kings already conquered death and handed you the victory.

Say YES to Jesus. Pick up your keychain. Step into the Kingdom.

"Jesus gave you the keys. Why are you still living in fear?"

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Foreign Church Teaching
(00:00:48) - Disney's New Snow White Movie
(00:03:45) - Paul to Timothy: You're Not All Powerful (
(00:10:52) - Don't Let Anyone Be Your Master
(00:15:00) - Say Yes to Jesus
(00:20:07) - Jesus Giving You the Keys to His Kingdom

Forsaken | Grave Robber | Week 3

New Life Gillette Church — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 01:55:07 +0000

What does it mean that Jesus cried out, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Mark 15:34)

In this powerful Palm Sunday message, Pastor CJ dives into one of the most gut-wrenching moments of the crucifixion and shows how Jesus wasn’t just quoting Scripture—He was singing our song. In referencing Psalm 22, Jesus entered fully into the human experience of pain, doubt, and abandonment.

✨ This week’s key idea: Jesus was forsaken so we would never have to be.

Scripture References:

Mark 15:33-37 — Jesus’ final moments on the cross
Psalm 22 — The prophetic cry of abandonment that turns to hope
Hebrews 4:15 — Our High Priest who empathizes with our weaknesses

You’ll be reminded that:

Jesus didn’t just take on our sin—He experienced our suffering.
Faith doesn't require pretending that everything is okay.
Two things can be true at the same time: life can be hard, and God can still be good.
If Jesus felt forsaken, it's okay if you feel that way too.

Whether your life feels like a celebration or a lament, Jesus sings with you. He has walked your road, carried your burdens, and made a way for resurrection even in your darkest moments.

If you’ve ever felt unheard, unseen, or unworthy—this message is for you.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Palm Sunday Teaching
(00:01:07) - Jesus' Last Prayer
(00:02:14) - Vanilla Ice
(00:05:56) - Choking On Eminem's "This One"
(00:07:22) - Singing Along With The Psalms
(00:11:32) - We Don't Like The Middle of the Story
(00:17:56) - Jesus on the Cross
(00:21:41) - An Appeal to the Atheists
(00:26:51) - If There's Only One King...
(00:32:49) - Jesus at the Prayer Wall

People In Need | Grave Robber | Week 2

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 16:45:08 +0000

In Week 2 of our Grave Robber series, Pastor Mike Wilson shares a powerful message titled "People in Need." Through stories from John 5:1–15 and Mark 2:1–12, we discover how Jesus not only notices those who are hurting—but moves toward them with healing and hope.

Every one of us is either someone in need or someone called to help carry another. Pastor Mike outlines four types of people in need—physically, emotionally, spiritually, and relationally—and challenges us to open our hearts to what God wants to do in and through us.

This message reminds us that miracles often start with compassion. Whether you're stuck like the man at the Pool of Bethesda or being carried by faith-filled friends like the man lowered through the roof, Jesus sees your need and invites you to healing.

Key Scriptures:
John 5:1–15
Mark 2:1–12
Luke 6:45
Galatians 6:2

Key Topics:
– Jesus and people in need
– The power of community
– Carrying one another’s burdens
– Emotional, physical, spiritual, and relational healing
– Faith that moves us to action

Whether you're in need today or looking to support others around you, this message will speak to your heart and help you live out the mission of Jesus in a broken world.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - What Motivates Us to Follow Christ?
(00:06:54) - The Different Types of People in the Gospel
(00:12:29) - The 4 Types of People in the Story
(00:19:34) - Jesus saw their faith
(00:25:59) - Coming as a Real Person
(00:32:44) - Say Yes to Jesus

Humility Brings Joy | Grave Robber | Week 1

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:43:54 +0000

True joy is found in humility. In the first week of our Grave Robber series, we explore how embracing humility leads to a deeper, more fulfilling relationship with God and others. Through powerful scripture references and biblical wisdom, we uncover the life-changing truth that "Humility Brings Joy."

Key Scriptures: Philippians 2:3-11, James 4:6, Proverbs 22:4

Key Takeaways:
✔️ Humility is not weakness—it’s strength under control.
✔️ Jesus modeled the ultimate humility, and we are called to follow His example.
✔️ God lifts up those who humble themselves before Him.
✔️ Pride leads to destruction, but humility opens the door to joy.

Join us as we dive into the Word and discover how choosing humility can transform our lives.

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My Redeemer Lives | Pain & Doubt | Week 4

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:55:18 +0000

Life is full of pain and doubt, but in the midst of suffering, one truth remains: My Redeemer Lives. In this powerful message from Week 4 of our Pain & Doubt series, we explore Job’s declaration of faith and what it means for us today.

Key Takeaways:
God is present in our pain – Even in our darkest moments, He is near. (Job 19:25-26)
Redemption is real – Christ paid the ultimate price for our freedom. (Galatians 3:13)
Hope beyond this life – Our suffering is temporary, but God’s promises are eternal. (1 Corinthians 15:54-55)

Steps to Holding Onto Faith in Hard Seasons:
✅ Acknowledge the pain (John 11:35 – Jesus wept)
✅ Seek God in the struggle (James 4:8 – Draw near to God)
✅ Surround yourself with the right people (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 – Two are better than one)
✅ Trust in God’s plan (Romans 8:28 – He works all things for good)
✅ Declare the truth – My Redeemer Lives!

No matter what you’re going through, remember that God is still in control. His love, grace, and redemption never fail. Will you trust Him today?

Watch now and be encouraged in your faith!

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The Dark Night | Pain & Doubt | Week 3

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:00:41 +0000

Everyone faces a dark night—a season of doubt, suffering, or searching for God’s presence. In week 3 of Pain & Doubt, we explore how Job, Jonah, and others endured their darkest moments and discovered that God was still at work.

What is the Dark Night?

A time when God feels distant but is actually refining and teaching His people.
A season of suffering that can either push us away or draw us closer to God.
A reminder that faith is not about feeling but about trusting in God’s promises.

Scriptures to Reflect On:

Job 23:8-9 – Job searches for God but cannot find Him.
Jonah 2:2 – Jonah cries out from the depths, and God answers.
Hebrews 12:6 – The Lord disciplines those He loves.
Romans 8:28 – God works all things for good.

How to Find God in the Dark Night:
1️⃣ Lean into God through prayer and scripture.
2️⃣ Recognize that trials are part of spiritual growth.
3️⃣ Trust that God is working behind the scenes.
4️⃣ Stay connected with a faith community for support.

Even in the dark night, God is present. Hold on to faith, knowing that His light will shine through the darkness.

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You Turn It For Good | Pain & Doubt | Week 2

New Life Gillette Church — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:46:55 +0000

Life is full of pain and uncertainty, but God has the power to turn every hardship into something good. In week 2 of our Pain & Doubt series, we explore the biblical truth that no suffering is wasted when placed in God’s hands. Even in the darkest moments, You Turn It For Good becomes our anthem of faith and hope.

Throughout the book of Job and countless stories in Scripture, we see how God redeems suffering for His glory and our growth. When trials come, we have a choice—will we allow them to shake our faith, or will we trust that God is working behind the scenes?

In this message, we look at:
✅ How Job’s story demonstrates that pain isn’t the end of the story
✅ Why trusting God in trials strengthens our faith
✅ The biblical promise that You Turn It For Good (Romans 8:28)
✅ Practical ways to lean on God when facing doubt and suffering

When life doesn’t go as planned, remember: God is in control. He is faithful. And He turns all things for good.

Key Scriptures: Job 1:20-22, Romans 8:28, Genesis 50:20

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