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The Good News
by Good News Presbyterian Church
Welcome to the weekly podcast of Good News Presbyterian Church. To learn more visit our website at http://www.goodnewspca.com. We welcome you to join our service live on Sundays or visit us in person if you are in the Atlanta, GA area. Good News Church
Episodes
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The Kingdom is Advancing
In Acts 8:1–40, the gospel breaks beyond Jerusalem as the Holy Spirit leads Philip toward unexpected people and places. As Samaritans and an Ethiopian eunuch encounter Jesus, a greater story unfolds about God’s advancing Kingdom, the unity of His church, and the power of simple obedience.This...
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Rejecting Moses
In Acts 6:8–7:60, Stephen stands before those who oppose him, filled with the wisdom and power of the Holy Spirit. As he recounts Israel’s history, his words expose a deeper struggle over faith, rejection, and the glory of God revealed in Jesus.This sermon is "Rejecting Moses", by Pastor Brendon...
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Existing for God’s Glory
In Acts 4:4–32 and Acts 5:1–11, the early church experiences great unity, power, grace, and fear as questions of glory and motivation emerge. Through Ananias and Sapphira, a deeper story unfolds about who deserves the credit and what it means to exist for God’s glory.This sermon is "Existing for...
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Speaking Jesus with Boldness
In Acts 4:5–31, Peter and John stand before leaders who demand that they stop speaking about Jesus. Yet their courage reveals something deeper: they fear God more than people. Their bold witness points to the risen Christ, the cornerstone rejected by many, and the only source of salvation.This...
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Jesus Is Risen
Reflect on Acts 3:1–26, where a miraculous healing opens the door to a greater message about Jesus. What begins with a man expecting money becomes an encounter with the risen Christ, revealing the power of faith, the witness of His followers, and the fulfillment of God’s promises.This sermon is "...
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The Promise of the Holy Spirit
In Acts 2:1–41, the Holy Spirit comes with power as Jesus’ followers become witnesses to His resurrection and Lordship. Through fulfilled prophecy, Peter reveals that Pentecost is not an isolated moment, but part of God’s unfolding promise centered on Jesus, the risen Christ.This sermon is " "…
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Despising the Lord’s Anointed
Reflect on Numbers 16:1–50, where rebellion against God’s appointed leadership reveals a deeper struggle with authority, pride, and trust. As Korah and others challenge Moses and Aaron, the story unfolds as a sobering reminder that rejecting God’s order can lead us away from the very presence we...
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Set Apart by Faith
Discover Numbers 13:25–14:38, where twelve spies witness the same land but respond with very different hearts. As fear and faith stand side by side, this story reveals how trusting God's promise opens the way to a greater inheritance beyond what eyes can see.This sermon is "Set Apart by Faith"…
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Atonement For Sin
Reflect on Leviticus 16:1–34, where one day each year offered Israel a way into God’s presence through sacrifice. Beneath this sacred ritual lies a greater story of atonement, revealing the perfect offering that opens the way to lasting forgiveness and true rest.This sermon is "Atonement For…
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Sin and Salvation
Discover Exodus 32:1–35, where Israel's greatest failure comes soon after its greatest deliverance. Through broken worship, faithful intercession, and God's mercy, a deeper story emerges about sin, redemption, and the God who remains faithful.This sermon is " Sin & Salvation ", by Pastor Brendon...
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God’s Plan & God’s Glory
Reflect on Exodus 7:1–13, with Exodus 5:22–23 and 15:22–24, where Pharaoh’s hardened heart raises difficult questions about justice, mercy, and God’s glory. As resistance and redemption unfold together, a deeper understanding of God’s character begins to emerge.This sermon is "God’s Plan & God’s...
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Seeing Through God’s Eyes
Discover Exodus 2:1–20, alongside Exodus 1:8–14 and 3:7–12, where one mother sees what others overlook, and God calls an unlikely deliverer. Through fear, obedience, and faith, this story reveals how seeing through God’s eyes can transform ordinary lives into part of His greater purpose.This…
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But God
Follow Genesis 37:2–28 and 50:15–21, where betrayal leaves deep wounds, yet forgiveness breaks the grip of the past. Through Joseph’s story, a greater truth emerges: what was meant for evil can become part of God’s redemptive work without diminishing the pain it caused.This sermon is "But God"…
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Prevailing in God
Reflect on Genesis 32: 22–32, where Jacob faces his deepest fears on the eve of a life-changing encounter. In a mysterious night of wrestling, resistance becomes surrender, and struggle becomes transformation, revealing how lasting change often comes through the very battles we wish would…
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Receiving the Blessing Through Faith
Discover in Genesis 25 & 27 how two brothers pursue the same blessing in very different ways. As desire, tradition, and faith collide, a deeper story emerges about God’s mercy, human choices, and the surprising way His promises unfold beyond what anyone expects.This sermon is "Receiving the...
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Remember the Sabbath
Explore Exodus 20:1–2, 8–11, where God commands His people to remember the Sabbath, not as a burden, but as a gift. In a world that measures worth by productivity, this ancient rhythm invites a different way of living—one shaped by rest, freedom, and renewed relationships.This sermon is "Remember...
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God Remembered Abraham
Journey through Genesis 19:1–29, where Lot hesitates as judgment draws near, yet mercy refuses to leave him behind. In the middle of destruction and lingering hearts, a deeper story unfolds about undeserved grace and a rescue rooted not in human goodness, but in relationship and remembrance.This...
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Seeking God In Crisis
Reflect on Genesis 15:1–21, where Abram wrestles with fear, uncertainty, and unanswered promises, yet chooses to trust the voice of God. Through honest confession and unwavering faith, a covenant is revealed that rests not on human effort, but on the faithfulness of God alone.This sermon is...
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Understanding and Overcoming Fear
In Nehemiah 6:1–19, the rebuilding work is met with repeated threats designed to instill fear and stop God’s plan. Discover how fear, lies, and pressure target your calling, and how a steady heart learns to stand firm by trusting God above every voice.This sermon is "Understanding and Overcoming...
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He Did What Was Right in the Eyes of the Lord
Explore the powerful story of 2 Chronicles 34:1–33, where a young king turns his heart toward God and reshapes a nation through truth and repentance. His journey reveals how seeking God fully, removing hidden idols, and responding to His word can lead a life marked by what is truly right.This...
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The God Who Keeps Pursuing
Explore the powerful story of 2 Chronicles 36:1–23, where kingdoms rise and fall as God’s people turn away again and again, yet His pursuit does not end. Even through exile and loss, a deeper work of restoration unfolds, revealing a love that remains steady until hearts return home.This sermon is...
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God’s Glory Through Our Obedience
Discover how Elijah's dramatic showdown on Mount Carmel points us toward the ultimate act of obedience: Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. Learn why obedience—even when it's hard—leads us to experience God's glory. This sermon is "God’s Glory Through Our Obedience", by Pastor Brendon Lee from Good…
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What’s In Your Heart?
Explore the powerful story of Jeroboam, whose fear and pride led him to replace true worship with idols. Discover how what's in your heart shapes your choices, and how to overcome fear and pride by placing your faith fully in God. This sermon is "What’s In Your Heart", by Pastor Brendon Lee from...
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Why God Wants Your Whole Heart // Whole Hearted
In 1 Kings 11, Solomon starts strong but finishes poorly, as his heart turns from loving God wholeheartedly to chasing after lesser loves. Discover why God cares deeply about the state of your heart—and how small compromises can lead to lasting consequences. This sermon is "Whole Hearted", by...
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The Danger of Partial Obedience // Following the Lord
Explore the story of King Saul in 1 Samuel 15, revealing how partial obedience leads to disobedience and spiritual downfall. Learn how pride, fear of people, and self-reliance pull us away from true faith and humility before God, emphasizing the importance of wholehearted obedience even when we...
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Knowing God // Lessons from Samuel
1 Samuel 3 shows God speaking clearly in times of spiritual darkness. Through Samuel's story, we see how knowing about God differs from truly knowing Him, and how humility comes from encountering God's greatness. Discover the importance of worship, leadership, and offering God our very best. This...
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Strength from God through Faith
Explore Judges 13–16 through the story of Samson, an unlikely hero who reveals profound truths about God's grace and salvation. Despite his flaws and pride, Samson’s life points toward our own struggle with trusting our strength instead of God’s power. Discover how real strength comes not from...
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Identity, Increase, & Impossible
Discover how Gideon, an ordinary and fearful man, became mighty through faith. In this sermon, explore how God uses seemingly impossible situations to increase our faith, reminding us our identity is rooted not in ourselves but in Him. Learn how trusting God transforms weakness into strength,...
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Receiving the Victory of God’s Promise // How to Win Life's Greatest Battles
Discover the secret to experiencing true victory in life's toughest battles. Through the story of Joshua and Jericho, learn how faith—not just obedience—unlocks God’s promises. See how trusting God fully leads to breakthroughs, offering rest and victory over our greatest enemies: sin, death, and...
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The Power of Radical Forgiveness
Explore the powerful story of Philemon and Onesimus, illustrating how the gospel transforms relationships through radical forgiveness and reconciliation. Discover how faith and grace can overcome deep hurts, restore broken bonds, and unlock remarkable potential—showing the true power of grace to...
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The Fountain of the Heart // Why Your Words Matter
Explore James 3 to discover why words shape your life and relationships more than you realize. Though taming the tongue seems impossible, learn how receiving a new heart from God transforms your speech, bringing life and blessing instead of pain and destruction. See how your words reveal your...
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Spiritual Gifts: The Key Ingredient & The Greatest
Explore 1 Corinthians 12–14 to discover the true purpose of spiritual gifts—revealing that love is essential. Through personal stories and biblical insight, learn how genuine spiritual gifts build faith, strengthen the church, and highlight love as the ultimate, lasting virtue beyond any...
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God Is for You: 5 Unshakeable Truths from Romans 8
Romans 8:31–39 anchors this message with a powerful reminder of God's unwavering love. In this reflection on Paul's closing words in Romans 8, Pastor Brendan explores how the gospel shapes our identity and confidence—even in the face of doubt, suffering, or spiritual attack. This sermon is…
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3 Reasons Why JESUS Was Actually Resurrected
1 Corinthians 15 reminds us what’s of first importance—that Christ died, was buried, rose again, and appeared. In this Easter message, Pastor Brendon shares why he believes in the resurrection: the empty tomb, eyewitness accounts, and a changed life. Discover how Jesus’ resurrection offers real...
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Robbing People of God
Mark 11:15-19 — As Jesus enters the final week of His life, He clears the temple — not out of anger over business itself, but because it distracted people from God. In this powerful moment, Jesus reminds us that He didn’t die for our success or perfection — He died so we could know God…
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He Had It All... But Still Felt Empty // Zacchaeus Seeking Jesus
Luke 19:1-10 spotlights a wealthy tax collector seeking more than money. This sermon explores how the crowd’s judgment misrepresents Christ and how Zacchaeus, small in everyone’s eyes, encounters the genuine Savior who knows and loves the lost—and leads them to true transformation. This sermon is...
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Our Inability to Keep the Law // A Deeper Look at the Samaritan
Luke 10:25-37 uncovers a Samaritan’s extreme mercy—and shows that no one can keep God’s law perfectly enough to earn eternal life. The "Good Samaritan" is familiar to believers and skeptics alike, but this sermon challenges the usual “who is my neighbor?” lens, unveiling how Jesus uses the…
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The Savior of the World
John 4:27-42 reveals Jesus redefining what it means to be a disciple. As the Samaritan woman’s life is transformed, we see that discipleship isn’t reserved for the religious elite—it’s for whoever believes. Are we willing to embrace God's will over our own and find true fulfillment in Him? This...
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My Brother Killed my Father and I Love Him // Your Pain for God's Purpose | Gregory A. Clark
Matthew 6:14 – "For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." In this powerful testimony, Greg shares his journey through unimaginable pain, hatred, and ultimately, redemption. After losing his father in a tragic family incident, he struggled with...
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How to Worship in Spirit and Truth
John 4:19-30 reveals a transformative encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman, showing what it means to worship in spirit and truth. Jesus crosses cultural and social barriers to offer her living water—not just physical relief, but true spiritual fulfillment. What does it mean to worship…
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Drinking Living Water // The Water That Will Satisfy You Forever
John 4:1-30 tells the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well—a woman searching for fulfillment in all the wrong places. While she came for physical water, Jesus offered her something far greater: Living Water—a relationship with God that truly satisfies. Like her, we often try to…
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Experiencing True Sabbath / Rest
John 5:1-18 recounts a powerful healing, but the real message goes deeper. Jesus restores a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years—not because of his faith, but to reveal who He is. Yet instead of amazement, the religious leaders cling to their rules. Why does Jesus challenge Sabbath traditions,...
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Do Not Fear; Only Believe
Luke 8:40-56 tells the story of two desperate people—Jairus, whose daughter was dying, and a woman suffering for years. Many touched Jesus, but only one was healed because of her faith. Jesus’ miracles weren’t about delaying death but pointing to something greater: eternal life. He came not to…
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The Cost of Faith: Living Sacrificially
Reflecting on a year of church planting, Pastor Brendon shares how obedience to God brings both joy and struggle. True faith means stepping out in trust, even when it’s hard. Living sacrificially isn’t just for pastors—it’s a calling for all believers to unite in faith and mission. Romans 10:9-15...
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Forgiveness: The Choice That Sets You Free
1 John 2:7-11 calls us to love our brothers and sisters, not hate them. While the command to love is as old as the Law, it is made new in Jesus—He lived it and made it real in us. Forgiveness is not ignoring wrongs but releasing the chains of bitterness. When we understand how much we’ve been...
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Why Should I Keep God’s Commandments? // Faith Starts with Sin
This sermon, Why Should I Keep God’s Commandments?, explores how Jesus advocates on our behalf, transforming hearts burdened by sin into lives shaped by gratitude. True obedience arises from knowing God’s grace, not from sheer willpower. 1 John 2:1-6 reveals why following God’s commandments is…
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Walking in the Light // Faith Starts with Sin
This sermon, Walking in the Light, unveils how real spiritual growth begins with confession, not denial, revealing a God who forgives and renews, even when we feel beyond saving. 1 John 1:5-10 shows that true “walking in the light” isn’t about perfection, but about honestly admitting our faults....
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Seeking God’s Presence // Faith Starts with Sin
This sermon explores Moses’ intercession for Israel, revealing insights into God’s emotional nature, repentance, and the richness found in pursuing a genuine relationship with God. Exodus 32:7-14;33:1-6,12-17 highlights how sin provokes God’s anger but also underscores the power of prayer. This...
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A Perfect, Out of Control Birth | The Birth of Jesus
This sermon highlights how unplanned events—an imperial census, an overcrowded inn—aligned to reveal a humble Savior destined to redeem, offering a reminder that God’s plans surpass our own. Luke 2:1-19 presents Jesus’ birth, orchestrated beyond human control yet perfectly set in a shepherd’s…
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Two Responses to the Birth of Jesus: Joy and Troubled
This sermon explores how Christ’s arrival stirs awe in some yet conflict in others, echoing across every generation. Matthew 2:1-12 reveals cosmic signs leading wise scholars to the infant Jesus, while King Herod grows anxious over prophecy’s fulfillment. This sermon is "Two Responses to the…
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