The NLEC Ministry Podcast

Pastor Chris A. Rice shares biblical principles for Christians suffering with intense grief. The Bible offers life and comfort to grieving family members as they strive to live faithfully before God. Listen to this episode to be equipped with practical tools for ministry in and outside the Church. License Code:P1XVBWTIHCKTDAH1, 6OZLV4ZLNCEP6WMY

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice shares biblical passages that encourage believers to grow in faith during the midst of hardship and affliction. Our hope is set on Christ and His righteousness not our own. This episode builds on the interview with Pastor Mark Glenn and how his faith increased during two unique trials in his life. 

Pastor Chris Aaron shares how the Lord can turn even the most messed up situations for good. Malachi shared the real hardships that people experience when living outside. The Lord can redeem and cleanse even the most broken life. If you need encouragement and help, you don’t want to miss this episode.EVPZRNXCSK7TGY4Q, 9L5RBHOLCFK4K3MC

Pastor Chris A. Rice interviews Malachi Kelly about what it’s really like on the streets. As a young man, he shares the raw trials and hardships many are confronted with. Our hope is that as you listen to his story, you will grow in compassion and grace for hurting people forced to be outside. License CodesUMUGTR9ZDMGUF3WF, I1XHNXJX57SJNILE

In this episode, Pastor Chris A. Rice exposes what Scripture has to say about God’s ability to use your weaknesses for His glory. Be encouraged! God can use even the worst of your weaknesses in His perfect wisdom, power, and faithfulness. License Codes:EBONCFN8SAA04SWE, J9J2QX3MKHMS6ZFV

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice interviews Christine McDonald about the major barriers she faced to break out of the only lifestyle she knew. Christine highlights ways service providers can make it much more difficult to lift men and women out of homelessness. The gospel of Jesus Christ is the power of God to change a life, and we need to courageously bring the gospel to hurting people. Y9XVSERUVND7FWKK, 1QHWC0WGECWHQYJW

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice dives deep into what the Bible has to say about loving hurting people well. He shows how our behavior proves our faith, as our hearts are progressively changed in Christ-likeness. The Bible has rich resources that spur the body of Christ to respond to darkness with truth and love. Don’t miss this exciting episode. UB3ULRGNO5LHPYO5, TXZFK74LZOEN5JJD

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice interviews Christine McDonald about sex trafficking and prostitution. Christine shares the hard realities of her life and the lives of thousands of women like her. God reveals His incredible grace in her story. May the Lord use her story to inspire you and encourage you to cling to Him. 4V74MLQDT8VAQX7U, QFEBSLYSYUK19H0G

Pastor Chris Aaron shares how God sovereignly uses trials and hardships to lead His children to Jesus Christ. Karen shared how her hardships led her to Christ, and how she now serves because of her faith. FB25GKD94IMJGHCC, GBFRFBIT16E6DRTT

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice interviews Karen Deason. She shares some of the raw details of the pain and heartache she has experienced. From a life filled with drugs, to a life changed in Christ, Karen shares hope from her own experience. Practical steps to walk alongside the homeless are also shared in this powerful episode!0DLISHRERWS7EDEA, GLEX2ST9W08O0HZC

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice shares what Scripture has to say about anxiety and despair. The Bible offers rich resources and help for people struggling with depression and anxiety. Shedding light on God’s character and will for His people helps fight depression and fear. 

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice interviews Breanna Gaede about her experience with anxiety and depression. God revealed Himself to her and she has rededicated her life to Him. In the process, she is growing in her love for sharing the gospel with other young adults. License Codes:GODLDPQWINFKDLL5, 9CGAFZKPBIWLVZTJ

In this episode, Pastor Chris Aaron Rice shares what the Bible has to say about addictions. Though the word addiction is never used in Scripture, the Bible offers incredible wisdom and hope to suffering addicts. Chris A. Rice shares the difference between the World’s model of help and the Bible’s model. Using Glen Akin’s previous testimony, we will look at the Grace of God to change a life enslaved to alcohol. License CodesDR8CYXRIXLTRSQ9M, K3JVHOQHNC77O9XS

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice interviews Glen Akin. Glen was an alcoholic, enslaved to the bottle. He shares his testimony and how the alcohol ruined his life. God set Glen free from the bottle by the power of His Son, Jesus Christ. This episode will encourage and build up your faith. It will also challenge you to minister well to people enslaved to the bottle. 

Pastor Chris Aaron Rice interviews Pastor Mark Glenn about his near death experience with Covid-19. They discuss how this trial challenged and caused Mark's faith to grow. Serving in ministry often comes with unexpected challenges and hardships. These trials can either break or make a minister, as they seek God's grace in the middle of the storm. Don't miss this episode and its encouragement for your faith.License Codes:PYDLEOEF02HLDTLV, FCLNWROLUGXNB50V

God has gifted the world with His revealed Will. Pastor Chris A. Rice breaks down the sufficiency of Scripture to address all of life’s problems. He shows what Scripture has to say of itself, and how it is a trustworthy worldview for all of life. If you are curious about biblical counseling, you definitely don’t want to miss this episode. License Codes1DD6IKUAOSRZJKXS, DUHEYCWXHHFDH9CO

God has given His children everything they need to grow in Christlikeness. Pastor Chris A. Rice interviews Dana Kalista about biblical counseling, and how it has helped her grow in practical ways. She also shares how her training in biblical counseling helps her minister to hurting people around her. License Codes7RXDUJECS4TKVOKJ, BDJFN787HHEOXTEM

Pastor Chris A. Rice and Dulce Jones discuss the complex effects of grief when a loved one is tragically murdered. Dulce shares part of her testimony and how she responded to a very dark time in her life. The gospel sheds light in the darkest places, and Dulce reflects on God’s goodness even in the grief. License Codes:OGH4HWUQLPK5GPZC, JQKUTCH6HPMUXGX5

Pastor Chris A. Rice shows how relevant the Bible is for victims of domestic violence. God’s Word is a rich source of help and hope to hurting people. We take a deep dive into two passages that are relevant and helpful for victims of DV. The Church as the body of Christ must rise up and support people suffering in this way. 

Pastor Chris A. Rice interviews K’Myah Carson about her personal experience with domestic violence. She shares the hard realities of growing up in a home with domestic violence along with her own experience in her relationships. K'Myah shares her hope in the gospel, and how Jesus has changed her life.

We were created to worship God! Life-dominating sins are forms of slavery and false worship. Pastor Chris A. Rice breaks down a biblical approach to addiction and God’s grace to change. 

Pastor Chris A. Rice interviews Terry Tipton, who struggled with pain pill addiction for ten years. She shares her story of the devastating impact they had on her life, and the grace of God to change her. Be encouraged by her testimony of faith, and God's mighty work in her life. There is hope in one name, Jesus Christ!License Codes: VQ8SMRUKQSH8IDXR, VYZ7OW3NFDFOFP1X

The Bible describes how mankind is dead in sin. New life is possible only in Jesus Christ. In this episode, Pastor Chris will skillfully apply the Bible to his own life, sharing how we should all practically live in light of Scripture. We hope this episode encourages you to trust in God for the grace to change.License Codes: GOGGCPUWTMGKMN3F, VSLIPGG9HTIJMRMB

Welcome to the pilot episode of the NLEC Ministry Podcast. In this episode, you will learn about the host, Pastor Chris A. Rice. Take the 30,000-foot view of his life, as he shares the ups and downs of his life. Growing up in a Christian family does not guarantee that you will follow Christ. You will learn the roundabout way Chris came to faith in Jesus. License Codes: EWEKZILTQTUSRDAF, WKTJYXJIVDZZS6DX