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NewLifeNWA Messages
by Joe Williams, NewLife Christian Church
NewLife Christian Church (NewLifeNWA) is a gospel-centered, multi-campus church that gathers weekly for worship, studies God's Word, and impacts the community around us. We are located in Northwest Arkansas. Pastor Joe Williams is a graduate of Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri and has a Master of Arts in Ministry from Lincoln Christian University in Lincoln, Illinois. NewLifeNWA.com
Episodes
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The Disciple’s Journey | The Abiding Sphere | John 15:5; John 10:27; Matt 6:9-10
Discover how staying continually connected to Jesus transforms every part of life and anchors our identity in God’s truth. This message explores practical ways to abide in Christ daily, recognize His voice, and trust Him through every circumstance.
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The Disciple’s Journey | The Foundation of the Five Spheres | Scripture: John 15:1-8; Jer. 17:5-8
The Disciple’s Journey continues with a new focus on the Five Spheres of a disciple's life, starting at the center with what it really means to abide in Jesus. We will explore John 15's picture of the vine and branches, and why your identity rooted in Christ can't be shaken, no matter what...
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The Disciple's Journey | Understanding Spiritual Growth | 1 John 2:12-14
We're continuing our Disciples' Journey series by exploring what spiritual growth actually looks like and where you are on that journey right now. We will walk through the stages of spiritual maturity, from spiritual infants to parents, and help you identify your next step in becoming more like...
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The Disciple's Journey | Jesus' Method of Discipleship | Mark 3:13-14 & Matthew 4:19
How did Jesus turn ordinary fishermen into world-changers? In this message, we explore Jesus' relational method of discipleship and discover how He moves us from watching to doing, and why it's now our turn to help others follow Him.
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The Disciple's Journey | The Big Picture | Matthew 4:19
We kick off a 12-week journey exploring what it really means to be a disciple of Jesus! Pastor Joe breaks down Matthew 4:19 and shows us how discipleship is about following Jesus, being changed by Him, and joining His mission.
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All In | Zack Hand | Week 4
Join us as we explore what it means to live for something bigger than ourselves! Discover how Jesus' love compels us to become His ambassadors in the world and step into the adventure of going all in on His mission.
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All In | Riordan Campus Pastor Cody Ragland | Week 3
Join us this weekend as we talk about staying on track in our faith journey—throwing off what weighs us down and keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, even when life gets hard. Whether you're running strong or feeling like you've drifted, this message is for you
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All In | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 1
We are challenged to stop wavering between two opinions and go ALL IN with Jesus.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 19
Paul's journey to Rome was complete with storms, shipwrecks, and a venomous snake, and shows us that when God has a purpose, nothing can stop it. As we finish Acts together, we'll see how Paul's story becomes our story: an invitation to live out Acts 28 and carry the gospel forward today.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 18
Join us for "No Easy Journey" as we follow Paul's harrowing voyage to Rome, hurricane-force winds, a shipwreck, and everyone thinking they're doomed. Discover what Paul knew in the storm that no one else did, and how that truth speaks to whatever you're facing today.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 17
Join us as we dive into Acts 21-26 and discover how Paul's arrest and two-year imprisonment wasn't a setback, it was actually God's setup for something bigger. You'll be encouraged to see how God can use even your toughest circumstances to point people to Jesus and accomplish His purposes in ways...
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 16
Join us as we dive into Acts 20 and Paul's emotional goodbye to the Ephesian church leaders. We're asking the big question: if you knew obeying God would make your life harder, would you still do it?
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 15
Join us as we dive into Paul's journey through Corinth and Ephesus—where God meets him in his fear and reminds him he's never alone. We're talking about what real life-change looks like when Jesus' name is honored above everything else.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 14
Join us as Paul walks the idol-filled streets of Athens and engages philosophers with the truth about the one true God. You'll be challenged to ask: Are we speaking the gospel in a language our world can understand?
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 13
Join us this weekend as we continue our HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED series, diving into Acts 13-14 and Paul and Barnabas's first missionary journey! We'll explore how the early church spread the Good News across new territories and what that means for us today.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Highlands Campus Pastor Darrell Jones | Week 12
Ever felt like you're not "doing enough" to be a good Christian? Join us as we explore Acts 15 and the debate that almost tore the early church apart, whether salvation is something we earn or simply receive, and discover the answer that will set you free.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Riordan Campus Pastor Cody Ragland | Week 12
Ever felt like you're not "doing enough" to be a good Christian? Join us as we explore Acts 15 and the debate that almost tore the early church apart, whether salvation is something we earn or simply receive, and discover the answer that will set you free.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 11
Join us this weekend as we continue our HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED series, diving into Acts 13-14 and Paul and Barnabas's first missionary journey! We'll explore how the early church spread the Good News across new territories and what that means for us today.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 10
Join us as we dive into Acts 11-12 and discover how God's church exploded beyond Jerusalem, reaching Gentiles in Antioch and protecting Peter through a miraculous prison escape! We'll explore what it means to trust God's sovereignty even when we don't understand His plans.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 9
Join us as we dive into Acts 10-11 and discover how God challenged the early church's understanding of "everyone." You won't want to miss this powerful message about who really belongs in God's family!
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 8
Join us as we dive into Acts 9 and the incredible story of Saul's dramatic encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. You'll discover how God can transform anyone, no matter their past, and what that means for your life today!
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 7
Join us for "Unleashed Beyond Jerusalem" from Acts 8! We'll see how God used persecution to spread the gospel in unexpected ways and discover what it means to be a bridge-builder for Jesus in your world.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 6
We're back in the book of Acts this week, looking at Stephen's incredible story of courage and faith in the face of persecution. This message will challenge you to ask: what am I holding back from God, and am I ready to live with Holy Spirit-filled boldness?
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Highlands Campus Pastor Darrell Jones | Week 5
Join us as we continue our journey through Acts, exploring the powerful story of Ananias and Sapphira, a sobering reminder that God sees our hearts and calls us to genuine faith over pretense. We'll discover how great grace and a healthy fear of the Lord work together to build a church marked by...
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Go Pastor Sonny Johnson | Week 5
Join us as we continue our journey through Acts, exploring the powerful story of Ananias and Sapphira, a sobering reminder that God sees our hearts and calls us to genuine faith over pretense. We'll discover how great grace and a healthy fear of the Lord work together to build a church marked by...
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 4
Join us for "First Opposition" as we explore Acts 3-4 and witness the early church's first major conflict with religious authorities. You'll see how Peter and John responded with bold faith when threatened, and what that means for following Jesus when it costs you something today.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 3
What happens after 3,000 people give their lives to Jesus in one day? Join us this Sunday as we discover how the early church's four simple devotions turned ordinary believers into a movement that changed the world—and how the same Holy Spirit can do it again today.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 2
Join us as we explore Acts 2 and the incredible moment when the Holy Spirit arrived at Pentecost—changing everything for the early church and for us today! We'll see how God's perfect timing connects the dots from Passover to Pentecost and what it means that the Spirit now lives in each believer.
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HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 1
Join us as we kick off our new series "HIS WORDS: UNLEASHED" and discover what happened after Jesus' resurrection! We're diving into Acts chapter 1 to see how the Holy Spirit empowers ordinary people like us to be witnesses for Jesus—starting right where we are and reaching to the ends of the earth.
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Easter | Pastor Joe Williams
Join us this Easter Sunday as Pastor Joe shares a powerful message about the most important event in history—the resurrection of Jesus. Whether you're skeptical, curious, or just exploring what you believe, this message is for you!
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Palm Sunday | Highlands Campus Pastor Darrell Jones
Join us for Palm Sunday as Pastor Darrell kicks off Holy Week with a powerful message about staying faithful to Jesus—even when our allegiances are tested. We'll explore why the same crowd that shouted "Hosanna!" on Sunday was crying "Crucify Him!" just four days later, and how we can avoid…
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Living Generously | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 2
Join us as we continue our "Living Generously" series, diving into what it really means to honor God with our resources - not out of obligation, but out of grace and trust. Pastor Joe unpacks the difference between Old Testament tithing and New Testament generosity, challenging us to ask: what...
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Living Generously | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 1
Join us as Pastor Joe unpacks what it really means to honor God with our finances—not out of obligation, but out of trust and gratitude. We're diving into Proverbs 3:9-10 to discover how giving God our first and best reveals where our hearts truly are.
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Hope and a Future | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 8
We're wrapping up our Hope and a Future series by looking at our final value: Christlike Generosity! Join us as we explore how Jesus was the most generous person who ever lived—and how His example of sacrificial, unconditional, and transformative generosity can shape the way we live today.
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Hope and a Future | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 7
Join us this weekend as we continue our "Hope and a Future" series, diving into the value of Christlike Compassion! Discover how Jesus didn't just feel for people—He moved with gut-level compassion that changed lives, and how we're called to do the same.
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Hope and a Future | Go Pastor Sonny Johnson | Week 6
Join us as we continue our "Hope and a Future" series, diving into what Christlike unity really means—and why it matters so much to God. Spoiler alert: it's not about everyone being the same, and it starts with something way deeper than just getting along!
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Hope and a Future | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 5
Join us as we continue our "Hope and a Future" series, diving into what it means to have Christlike Prayer as a core value. We'll explore Jesus' prayer patterns and ask ourselves the honest question: how's our prayer life really doing—both personally and as a church family?
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Hope and a Future | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 4
Today, we continue our Hope and a Future series by exploring Christlike Values—how we live as followers of Jesus while we pursue God’s vision and mission together. In this message, we focus on Christlike Truth, discovering how Jesus calls us to hold grace and truth together in a way that…
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Hope and a Future | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 3
Join us this Sunday as Pastor Joe continues our series on vision, exploring what it means to have Hope & Future! We're diving into the Great Commission and discovering how God wants to use each of us to make disciples and bring hope into the lives of others.
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Salt and Light | Highlands Campus Student Pastor Reed Nelson
We're diving into what it really means to be salt and light in a world that's going dark. Join us as we talk about how Kingdom People can actually make a difference in their relationships and everyday lives.
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Hope and a Future | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 2
We're diving into the Apostle Paul's incredible journey from persecutor to preacher! Don't miss this encouraging message about how God cares more about where you're going than where you've been.
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Hope and a Future | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 1
Join us for an inspiring start to the new year as we dive into the powerful message of Jeremiah 29:11 and explore God's plans for hope and a future. Let's discover together how this timeless promise can guide us in 2026 and beyond!
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His Words | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 59
Join us as we wrap up our "His Words" series with an inspiring look at the resurrection of Jesus and its life-changing impact! Discover how the empty tomb and Jesus' appearances to His disciples continue to transform lives today.
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His Words | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 58
Join us as we dive into the profound events of Jesus' final day, exploring the significance of His crucifixion and the miraculous signs that accompanied it. Discover how these powerful moments connect to the true meaning of Christmas and the incredible hope we have through Christ's sacrifice.
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His Words | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 57
Join us as we dive into the powerful story of Jesus' trial and crucifixion, exploring the depth of His sacrifice and what it means for us today. Let's reflect together on His incredible love and the hope we find in His resurrection!
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His Words | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 56
Join us as we delve into the final hours of Jesus' life, exploring His unwavering mission and the immense sacrifice He made for our salvation. Discover the profound lessons from His trials and the path to gratitude and faith. Don't miss this powerful teaching on the cost of our redemption.
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His Words | Interim Highlands Campus Pastor Cody Ragland | Week 55
Join us live as we delve into "Prepared for the Cross," where we'll uncover how Jesus' final hours reveal His incredible obedience and trust in God's plan. Let's explore together how His journey can light our path through life's toughest moments!
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His Words | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 54
Join us as we delve into the final week of Jesus' life, exploring His authority and the confrontations with religious leaders in Jerusalem. Discover the profound lessons from His teachings, the prophecy of the temple's destruction, and the call to be ready for His return. This message challenges…
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His Words | Student Pastor Reed Nelson | Week 53
Join us as we study the second day of the Passion Week and explore Jesus’ cursing of the fig tree and His cleansing of the temple. Pastor Reed helps us to unpack the events of that Monday and discover what they reveal about the purpose of the temple – both then and now!
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His Words | Pastor Joe Williams | Week 52
Join us as we dive into the powerful story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead and explore the incredible acts of gratitude and faith that followed. Discover how this pivotal moment set the stage for Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem and what it means for us today!
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NewLife Christian Church (NewLifeNWA) is a gospel-centered, multi-campus church that gathers weekly for worship, studies God's Word, and impacts the community around us. We are located in Northwest Arkansas. Pastor Joe Williams is a graduate of Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri and has a Master of Arts in Ministry from Lincoln Christian University in Lincoln, Illinois. NewLifeNWA.com
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