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What's the difference between conservatives and liberals? Why is it that so many Christians that are conservatives? Today, Brett shares about this as he examines the historical context starting all the way back to the enlightenment. To watch the 1st part of this devotional go to: https://youtu.be/B6FPuLt5TfI Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

What does Easter mean? It means forgiveness for all. Even though you may be a good person, we have all sinned and in need of forgiveness. See how as Preston shares. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

What do you look for in a friend? Some of the characteristics of Jesus are forgiveness, gentleness, loyalty, and truthfulness. He is the true friend. More of His qualities are seen in Matthew 14:28-31 when Peter walked on the water to Jesus. Also, in John 15:12, Jesus commanded us to love each other like He did. He laid down His life for us. He has called us friends. He loves us no matter what we do. We can trust Jesus as our "Ride or Die" friend and we can find friends that demonstrate the same characteristics as Jesus did. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

During this Easter season we are reminded that we have the good news of Christ that brings salvation. Jesus even brings salvation and freedom to civil governing. We have freedom and God given rights when it is given by God and found in Christ and absolute truth. See how as Brett shares in this devotional. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

As children we idolized superheroes and wanted to be them when we grew up. When you think about real life superheroes, who are the superheroes of faith that you look up to? And, more importantly, how can you be a superhero of faith for others to look up to? Today, Tom shares from 1 Samuel 16:6-7 and James 1:22-25 about 2 starting points on how you can develop a superhero type faith others will be inspired by and encouraged to do likewise. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

In Romans 1:16, Paul shares his confidence in the power of Christ. It is that confidence we can have as believers because the world has changed because of Jesus. Even education has changed because of Jesus. Today, Brett shares how the fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and how ultimate truth plays a vital part in education. To listen to Brett's message about how Jesus changed everything click here: https://youtu.be/HpGUs-fdQQw Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

How can you be confident with where you stand in life and your faith as you face death? Sean Cronin shares about that today. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

What great purpose gets you out of bed in the morning and overcoming obstacles you encounter? As Paul shares in 2 Corinthians 4:1 there is great power in purpose to overcome the pressures to make you quit. We also see this lived out in Nehemiah's life as he organizes a group to rebuild Jerusalem's walls. Today, Brett walks us through Nehemiah 6 as we see how Nehemiah's resiliency was driven by a great purpose. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

When Jesus came, everything changed. See how the resurrection of Christ made all the difference in the world. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

We can learn a lot from the life of Job and what he went through in the book of Job in the Bible. In today's devotional, John walks us through the trials Job went through. And, he shares how Job responded to the trials and why it is ok for us to ask questions of God when we don't understand what is going on. Keep seeking God and his guidance and see where He leads you. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

In 2 Corinthians 4:4-5 Paul shares who our enemy is. He goes by many names, but as 2 Corinthians 11:14b-15a shares, Satan is great at disguising himself. He is great at blinding people from who he truly is. Because we know who he is, how can you help others see the light of Christ? Who can you pray for? Today, pray for opportunities to be able to share about Jesus and set goals to help others hear about and fall in love with Christ. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Sometimes we forget things in our past. Those can be memories, events or even truths about who we are, especially who we are in Christ. Today, Tom walks us through 4 truths of who we are in Christ and what they mean for us still today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

In Psalm 44, the Psalmist shares how God has did great things the past. And, he knows and believes that God can do great things in the present because of it. But, he wonders if God abandoned them now. Brett walks us through Psalm 44 and encourages us to pray through this Psalm as you read it. While it may seem like God is far from you, God is not. He is working and is with you. To watch Brett's previous devotional on Psalm 44 go to: https://youtu.be/ZMKKZJkBsMU Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

What do you do when hardships happen in your life? Preston Conder shares about how you can keep going strong in your faith and life and see those as opportunities during those times. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

In Mark 9, Jesus is approached by a man whose son has an unclean spirit the disciples were not able to cast out. Through the course of the exchange the disciple asked why they couldn’t do what Jesus had done, and Jesus responded that some things are only possible through prayer and fasting. As we embark on the next forty days of prayer and fasting together as a church, I encourage you to start here with an overview of why we are doing what we are doing. Catch the vision of what it means to practice a spiritual discipline. As we take this journey together as a church, I encourage you to visit http://newlife.church/fasting. There are resources available to help and train you in the practice of Prayer and Fasting. You can get connected with a Mentor to walk with you. You can share your stories of what is going on in your life through the forty days. Finally, in this video, we refer back to a sermon on spiritual warfare. If you missed the message with Bill Smith and Brett, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be

How can you be confident with whereto stand in life and your faith as you face death? Brett shares today. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church. Fill out a Digital Connection Card to ask specific questions at http://newlife.church/connect.

In Ephesians 6 (NLT) we are told to put on the armor of God. Specifically, verse 15 says to put on the shoes of peace that comes from the good news. We will be fully prepared when we have the gospel of peace. The good news is that Jesus died to take away all of our sins. Our punishment is taken away. When we are hurt by others we can forgive them because Jesus took ALL sin. We remind ourselves of that good news and share with others which is energizing. What verses or reminders can you set up in your home or phone to continually renew your mind that Jesus Christ took all the sin from you? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

In Psalm 44 David recounts and remembers the great works that God has done for the people of Israel over the years. Do you ever look to the past and remember all the great works God has done in history and in your life? Can God still do it now? As Brett shares from Psalm 44, David believed God could and can still do great works today. Do you believe as David did? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Where is fasting found in the Bible? What happens during those times and how does God move during it? Find out as Tom shares 3 Biblical examples of fasting today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. Learn more about fasting with different encouragement and resources at http://newlife.church/fasting. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

What do you fear today? God is our ever-present help in times of trouble. Through times of trouble, you can find hope and encouragement from Psalm 46 because God is with you at all times. Today, Brett shares about how Psalm 46 encouraged Martin Luther in his time of trouble and how it can strengthen you today. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!