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The invitation from King David to Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel gives powerful insight to a grace that is without conditions.  We are all imperfect people in need of a perfect grace. We pray that in this episode you find the courage to be carried by grace.

In this special 2 part episode series, we’re featuring the live Q&A session from last year’s Celebration of the Sowers Conference—an event designed to pour into those who so faithfully pour into others. You’ll hear honest, heartfelt questions from pastors, ministry leaders, and volunteers—ranging from how to prevent burnout to leading teams, balancing family life, navigating seasons of growth, and staying spiritually grounded. Held annually at New Life Church, Celebration of the Sowers is a one-day gathering created to honor, equip, and empower ministry leaders at every level. Whether you’re leading from the pulpit, behind the scenes, or stepping into your calling for the first time, this conversation is for you.

In this special 2 part episode series, we’re featuring the live Q&A session from last year’s Celebration of the Sowers Conference—an event designed to pour into those who so faithfully pour into others. You’ll hear honest, heartfelt questions from pastors, ministry leaders, and volunteers—ranging from how to prevent burnout to leading teams, balancing family life, navigating seasons of growth, and staying spiritually grounded. Held annually at New Life Church, Celebration of the Sowers is a one-day gathering created to honor, equip, and empower ministry leaders at every level. Whether you’re leading from the pulpit, behind the scenes, or stepping into your calling for the first time, this conversation is for you.

Description: In Time Under Tension, Pastor Joe Parker draws a powerful comparison between the setbacks we face and the tension needed to launch an arrow forward. Using Isaiah 54:1–3 as the foundation, this message explores how God often stretches us—not to harm us—but to prepare us for the distance and impact of the calling on our lives. Just as an arrow must be pulled back before it can soar, our greatest launch often begins in moments of resistance. Don’t despise the tension—God is setting you up for your trajectory.

This message marks the final installment of our Family Office series—a teaching that parallels the financial concept of a multi-generational “family office” with the spiritual responsibilities of a godly household. In this episode, Pastor Joe focuses on the role of the King in the family. With clarity and conviction, he challenges men—especially husbands and fathers—not to abdicate their calling to lead under the guise of passivity or false humility. Instead, he exhorts them to serve by leading, rather than lead by serving, reclaiming the authority God intended for the sake of the family’s spiritual future. If you're a man of God, or you’re raising one—this message is essential.

There’s something powerful about watching people publicly commit to Jesus—and in this episode, we get to celebrate it. After baptizing several new believers, Pastor Joe shares a heartfelt, unscripted message on the joy, depth, and meaning of baptism. It’s more than a ritual—it’s a declaration that we’ve been buried with Christ and raised to new life. If you’ve ever wondered why baptism matters, or if you're ready to go deeper in your own walk with God, this short but moving message will both inspire and challenge you.

When the wealthy want to steward their resources for generations, they establish what’s called a family office — a central structure to manage vision, values, and legacy. But what if God has a similar design for spiritual wealth? In this message, Pastor Joe Parker draws a powerful parallel between the concept of a family office and the priesthood of believers — specifically the role of spiritual leadership within the family. As parents, leaders, and Christ-followers, we’re called not only to pass on provision, but a pattern of worship, wisdom, and spiritual strength. This is more than a sermon — it’s a blueprint for generational impact.

Episode Title: Organic Christianity (Part 1) Speaker: Pastor Joe Parker Originally Delivered: October 5, 2025 Republished by: New Life Church Podcast We live in a world full of additives — even our food comes with a long list of ingredients we can’t pronounce. That’s why “organic” costs more: it’s less of what you shouldn’t have; more of what you actually want. The same is true for our faith. In this message, Pastor Joe Parker kicks off a new series called Organic Christianity, drawing us back to the simplicity and power of the early church. No additives, no distractions — just Jesus. The early church wasn’t built on programs, personalities, or performance. It was built on a person: Jesus Christ. He wasn’t part of the message — He was the message.

Episode Title: The Archer, the Arrow, and the Adversary Speaker:G Rev. Tim Blevins Originally Delivered: September 28, 2025 Key Text: Psalm 127:3–5 “Like arrows in the hand of a warrior…” — Psalm 127 paints a picture of generational purpose, spiritual legacy, and God’s strategy for victory through the family. In this powerful message, Rev. Tim Blevins shares wisdom on what it means to be an archer (a parent or spiritual leader), an arrow (the next generation), and to recognize the adversary who seeks to disrupt God’s design. It’s a call to parents, mentors, and believers of all ages to align themselves with God’s vision for raising up arrows that fly farther than we ever could.

Original recorded date: 9-21-2025 In this soul-stirring message, Pastor Joe Parker unpacks “The Law of Christ” — the powerful truth that at the center of our faith is love. Not the kind of love the world offers, but the radical, sacrificial, and redeeming love that Christ modeled for us. Pastor Joe challenges us to reconsider what it really means to love as Christ loves — not just in word or feeling, but in the choices we make and the people we serve. Whether you’re feeling dry in your walk or deeply rooted, this message will realign your heart with the greatest commandment.