New Colony Baptist Church

How does it feel when you hear your favorite song on a cheap stereo? Most of us would probably not like the sound of it. If we want to hear it the way we know it can sound, we need to have the right system and the right amount of treble, middle and bass, or equalization.The same is true about God. If we only view Him from one character trait, like love and not understand His justice and sovereignty we get a distorted view of God.Today, Pastor Dave Flannery will cover Romans 8:28-39 where we will see God's purpose.Enjoy!

What causes you fear? Spiders, the dark, or something else?Today Pastor David Flannery shows us how to have courage in the midst of fear.Enjoy!

Do tornados and earthquakes scare you, or do you find them entertaining? Many people acknowledge the power inherent in nature, yet question God's.Today, guest speaker Nick Scarpa shares reasons why we should believe that God has not changed and is just as capable today as He was in the pages of scripture.Enjoy!

Are you waiting for the return of Jesus Christ? Some people are waiting expectantly, while others may be in no rush for his return. We know from scripture that Jesus promised to return for his own (John 14:3), so we know that day will come. It's not a matter of if, but when!Today, guest preacher Tyler Stinedurf from Grace Bible Church reminds us of our need to be prepared for His return.Enjoy!

Have you ever watched the popular show where people pay off their debt and get to shout the words, "I'm Debt FREE!"? If you have, you know the emotion that they feel when all of their debts are gone.In today's message from Pastor David Flannery, we learn about a different sense of freedom; one that comes about when we have received the gift of salvation.Enjoy!

What we choose to allow ourselves to think about and the actions we take based upon those thoughts play a big role in the outcome of our lives. Today, Pastor David Flannery continues our journey through the New Testament book of Romans and covers chapter 8, verses 5-11. Grab your bibles and let's go!Enjoy!

Do you ever feel like you are always running from something? Like someone wants to uncover your failures and is constantly accusing you? Don't be surprised...that's what the enemy of our souls is all about. He is the accuser!The good news is that if we are in Christ, our sins are forgiven and we no longer are condemned. Listen to this weeks message to learn more.Enjoy!

Have you ever found yourself feeling like you were trying to compete for God's approval? We call this legalism and it leaves us feeling like we are carrying around a heavy backpack and often trying to measure up, but falling short.Today, Pastor David Flannery helps us to see from Romans chapter 7, that God has provided a way for us to experience relief through the grace made available in Jesus Christ.Enjoy!

Have you ever been hooked by false advertising for an item that was just too good to be true? You are not alone! Many of us have taken the bait and later on found out that it was not really free.In today's podcast from New Colony, Pastor David Flannery will show us how to experience true freedom.Enjoy!

There are times in life when we face situations when we might feel hopeless. At those times, where do we turn for hope?In today's message from New Colony Baptist Church, Pastor David Flannery will show us how when we were helpless in our sin that God extended his amazing love to us through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. If you have a bible handy, turn to Romans 5:6-11.Enjoy!

Do you enjoy going through trials? Most of us would say absolutely not; but what if something positive came as a result of enduring hardship?Pastor David Flannery continues his sermon series on the book of Romans and will show us through today's message how going through trials can be used of God in the process of transformation.Enjoy!

Have you ever found yourself experiencing a moment when you could not find, or lost your cell phone? If so, you are not alone! Many people have something called 'nomophobia', which is a fear of not having your cell phone.Well, in this weeks message, Pastor Dave Flannery will take us through Romans 5:1-2 and talk about how to access a lasting peace through Jesus Christ.Enjoy!

If you have ever had to step on your vehicles brakes to come to a stop, you know what it means to have faith and trust in something. You trust that your vehicle will stop when you need it to, but do you trust God?Today, Nick Scarpa will look at Proverbs 3:5-6 and help us to see our need to lean on God rather than our own human understanding. Enjoy!

Have you ever run a marathon before? If you have, you know the preparation that goes into it. You need to be physically fit in order to complete it, right? In today's message, Pastor David Flannery shows us what was required for Abraham to be considered righteous. You might be surprised!Enjoy!

Think of the resurrection like an escape room challenge. To unlock the truth and verify that Jesus rose from the dead, you have to start by gathering the right pieces of the puzzle.In today's message, Pastor David will help us to uncover them and recognize the signs that prove the resurrection and it's importance.Enjoy!

Have you ever thought about what it must have been like for Jesus as he came to Jerusalem for the feast of Passover, knowing that in just a few days he would be arrested and crucified? Palm Sunday celebrates his triumphal entry into the city as people waved palm branches and hailed him as King, yet these same people would call for his crucifixion days later.This morning, Lead Pastor David Flannery takes us through Matthew 21:1-11 to unpack the events of that day. Enjoy!

We are going through the book of Romans, and this week we look at chapter 3, verses 21-31, which talk about God's amazing grace and the sacrifice of Christ covers our sin. Join Pastor David Flannery as we look at scripture together.Enjoy!

Every day we put our trust in things that we expect to work out for us. Unfortunately, not everything turns out the way we expect.In today's message, Pastor David Flannery will take us through Romans 2.Enjoy!

We have all probably listened to a food critic telling everyone that "Restaurant A" served the best steaks in the area and yet we have to disagree because our taste buds have their own favorite. However, does that lead us to hate the other person for what they believe? The answer should be no.In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery takes us through a hard passage of scripture in Romans 1:18-32.

How many gospels are there in the bible? If you are an avid bible reader, you may be tempted to say four, right? Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. You would be correct, however there is a letter written by the apostle Paul which is considered by some to be "the full gospel" and that is the letter written to the church in Rome.This week we are starting a series where we will be going through the entire book of Romans, one chapter at a time.Let us know what you think of it. Enjoy!

Who do you think would feel a greater sense of appreciation; a person who was forgiven of a loan of $3000, or a person whose loan of $300,000 dollars was paid in full?Today's message is the final installment in our series on the Cultural Values of our church. Pastor David Flannery will help us to see the response of those who have received love.Enjoy!

A flower garden or a field full of beautiful flowers is a sight that we love to see, but it can never happen unless there first are seeds planted and watered, whether naturally or be persistent dedication.In today's message, Pastor David Flannery talks about how the kingdom of God grows through the efforts of people who are moved by the Holy Spirit and prayer.Enjoy!

What does your checking account or credit card say about your heart? We have been talking about values and this week Pastor Dave Flannery speaks about how our giving of time, talents and treasure reflects our gratitude. Enjoy!

Have you ever thought about how your actions today will impact the future for you, your family and the world? We may not know for years to come, but we are living and leaving a legacy for others.Today, Pastor Dave Flannery continues to teach on the values of the church and this week it is all about the family. Enjoy!

God created us to be part of a family. Early in the book of Genesis, chapter 2, verse 18, he said, "it's not good for man to be alone."In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to see that living life alone or solo was never part of God's plan.Enjoy!

Life is precious to us and to God. Today, Sam Miele from Mass Family Institute (MFI) brings us a message about all that is going on in our world and how we can be involved.Enjoy!

“When God has something very great to accomplish for His church, it is His will that there should precede it the extraordinary prayers of His people.” -Jonathan EdwardsIn this week's message, Pastor Dave Flannery show us the importance of prayer for the church and the impact it has on revival.Enjoy!

What we value should impact and be seen in the way we live our lives. In today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery, we will look at how in living a life of faith, that Jesus changes everything.Enjoy!

It's December 23rd; the night before Christmas Eve! The shepherds are watching their flocks. The angels are awaiting God's command, and Mary and Joseph are in a stable anticipating the arrival of a baby boy named Jesus.The darkness surrounding them would soon be illuminated with the light of the world - the birth of Messiah Jesus.

Did you know that many people create New Years resolutions at the beginning of each year and then fail to follow through with them? Research tells us that it is a lack of willpower that is the cause.In today's message, we look at how to manage our time in order to focus on what really matters the most.Enjoy!

Have you ever done a genealogy search on a website like ancestry only to find that there is someone in your lineage who seems like an odd fit? You might question their relationship with the rest of your family, right? Well, today Pastor David Flannery is going to dive into Matthew chapter one and look at the genealogy of Jesus. Listen closely and see who we discover is part of Jesus' lineage. Enjoy!

Sometimes God takes away our calm so that we can experience greater peace. Mary was not seeking the same peace that God had in mind for her, but that did not stop Him from carrying out his plan for her life and ours.Pastor Steven Lucas from Bay State Baptist Church brings us this weeks message from the Holy Moments series, called Peace Is A Person.Enjoy!

Have you ever doubted something that God promised? Zechariah was a priest, serving in the temple of God when he was met by an angel who promised that he and his wife Elizabeth, would have a son. Pastor David Flannery shares the details with us today. Enjoy!

Are you the life of the party when your friends get together? How does it feel when you are upstaged by someone else? You may be dealing with an unhealthy sense of pride. Today, Pastor Dave Flannery will take us through the short, one chapter book of Obadiah and will help us to see how God feels about pride.Are you ready?Enjoy!

Do you remember how you felt when you first got your drivers license? Did it seem like you had been given the freedom to do whatever you wanted and to go wherever you chose? That's the feeling that some people have. Today, Pastor Dave Flannery will take us through the short book of Jude and show us how the salvation of God offers us a license to honor Him.Enjoy!

Imagine for a minute that you are an NFL quarterback, and your coach is communicating with you through your helmet, but rather than giving you the plays, he is critically tearing you down, saying things like, "that was a terrible pass, my three year old throws the ball better than you!" What kind of an impact would that have on your game?Today, Pastor David Flannery will show us how important it is to have someone speaking truthful words of affirmation.Enjoy!

Have you every been by-passed for a promotion that you thought you deserved? Maybe you worked hard for it and yet you were overlooked.In today's message, Pastor David Flannery begins a sermon series called Overlooked, which will cover the books of the bible which are often not mentioned or read. It's similar to a song on a CD which doesn't get much airplay.Enjoy!

There are times when no matter how many people are around us, that we still feel alone. In today's message, Pastor Ron Huffman talks about the power of Fellowship that we experience in the local church.Enjoy!

What would your response be if you were told that your house was on fire? Would you do anything differently? Would you respond with urgency? The way that you hear what was said will have a big impact on the outcome.Today, Pastor David Flannery is teaching on Mark chapter 4, where we are called to be salt and light in the world.Enjoy!

Have you ever tried to run in a three legged race? It's not easy if the two people who are tied together are not on the same page. In this weeks message, Pastor Dave Flannery will talk about being in a marriage where the two people involved are unequal in their beliefs. If this is you, we would like to hear from you. Share your questions below.

There are many questions and debates over what the bible says about the topic of divorce. In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will begin to uncover the scriptures to provide a clear understanding. Ultimately, God wants us to fight for our marriages. Enjoy!

How would you feel about two free tickets to your favorite sporting event? Pretty excited, right?In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will talk about the enthusiasm we should feel as a church.Enjoy!

What kinds of things bring about tensions in marriage? Finances, differences of values, priorities or something else?In today's message Pastor Dave Flannery begins a discussion on the tensions couples face. Enjoy!

What matters most to you? Having all the cash you could imagine, or being content in any situation.In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery helps us to see the purpose of going through financial valleys in life.Enjoy!

We all make choices in life. Some are good, some great, and some we would rather not think about. In today's podcast, Pastor Dave Flannery helps us to see the love of Christ despite our failures and sin.Enjoy!

Have you ever wondered why God allows us to face tough times and not stay on top of the mountain?Today, Pastor Dave Flannery walks us through the transfiguration and the high that a few disciples experienced. He will show us that God has a reason for allowing us to go through the valleys.Enjoy!

Jesus Christ empowers us to serve him and to let our light shine to bring all the glory to God. We are not in a competition with him, in fact our goal is to lift him up by humbling ourselves.In todays message from John 3, Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to see that we share a similar purpose with John the Baptist.Enjoy!

Have you ever been running or exercising and felt tired, but suddenly you feel rejuvenated and have a renewed sense of energy? This is known as a second wind, or a runners high. Today, guest preacher Steven Lucas helps us to see how we can get a spiritual second wind when we make ourselves available to be used of God.Enjoy!

Imagine how you would feel if you heard God speak from within a burning bush? Moses was amazed and drew near to learn more. It was where he heard God's plan to use him to deliver the people of Israel from Egyptian slavery. Listen to today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery to learn more.

In the popular 1981 film, "Chariots of Fire", Olympic athlete Eric Lidell said, “God made me fast. And when I run, I feel His pleasure.” In today's message, guest speaker Pastor Sam Taylor shares what allows us to feel God's pleasure in our lives.Enjoy!