Browse published episodes from Pastor Joe Wickman in New Life Ministries Podcast.
Dec 29, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
In this special end-of-year service you'll hear from New Life leaders about the many ways God moved faithfully through each ministry in 2024. Then, Pastor Joe teaches about the difference between living with a mindset of expectations from God and living w
Dec 23, 2024 1:00 PM America/New_York
It's Christmas Eve - and we're just one day away from the time we celebrate the coming of our Savior, Jesus! Throughout this series we've looked at many different aspects of history and the preparation for God's Son to be born to a virgin. In the finale o
Dec 15, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
Where we are born and raised can impact our development, mindset, and opportunities - but how important is it in the grand scheme of our lives? What was Jesus' experience where He was born and how does it impact us? In part three of "Questions of Christma
Dec 8, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
Who we have in our family history certainly impacts our lives. The generations before us can affect our genetics, family traditions, and so much more. But does who we come from have to make or break us? What impact does Jesus have on who we are and who we
Nov 24, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
Being known as a Christian in the workplace can bring some challenges. People may put us in a box as being "religious" or other labels, sometimes even using our faith against us. But when the time comes, some people will actually seek out the "Jesus peopl
Nov 17, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
As disciples of Jesus, we are called to live integrated lives that reflect His character and love as we walk out our faith wherever we go. What does Christian integrity actually look like? What do we do when we face situations in our work that are unfair
Nov 10, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
Each of us has been given a job to do, whether it be in a physical workplace, at home, or even in retirement. God, in His wisdom, gave each of us specific work to do in the place we are, with the specific people we work with. He is able to use us to show
Oct 27, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Personal prayer is a key part of growing in our relationship with God. Unfortunately, most Christians report that even if they pray privately at specific times and throughout their day, they do not feel capable of praying out loud with and for others. How
Oct 13, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Moving through each stage of spiritual growth takes both time and commitment. From infant to spiritual parent, the goal is to not only answer Christ's call to be one of His disciples, but make new disciples who follow Him with all of their heart. What is
Oct 6, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Becoming a spiritual adult is an important landmark in our faith journey... but it's not where we're meant to stop. Jesus calls each of us as His followers to not just be good disciples, but to become disciple-makers! How do we grow into the next stage of
Sep 22, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
As children we are full of life and energy... but we lack the wisdom that comes from the experience of learning over time. In the same way, when we’re in the childhood stage of Christian growth, we’re young in the faith and growing - but need guidance
Sep 15, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Just as physical infants require nurturing and protection, spiritual newborns—new believers in Christ—need guidance and support from their church community to grow in their faith. Both new and long-serving Christians play a role and can actively parti
Sep 8, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Ask yourself this, "Am I trying to get to the root of my problem, or am I just managing my symptoms?" We all have challenges in life, and sometimes we struggle because we’re addressing the wrong problems. We end up seeking superficial solutions, neglect
Aug 26, 2024 7:03 AM America/New_York
"Keeping the peace" is something many people try to do in order to avoid conflict and chaos. But what if Jesus didn't call us to live like that? What if there is far more purpose when we find and offer peace in a different way? In part seven of #BLESSED,
Aug 11, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
It can often be easier to extend mercy to ourselves when we make mistakes than it is to extend it to others. Or, for some of us, we may actually be harder on ourselves than on anyone else! How can we live with integrity when it comes to offering mercy and
Jul 28, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
During this special one-part message "Family Baptism", Pastor Joe answers all of the important questions people may have about the act of water baptism: What is it? Who is it for? Why does it matter? He will then invite people who are ready to take this s
Jun 23, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Sometimes saying "yes" or "no" to certain things in life can feel complicated. We may be afraid of people's reactions to our opinion, or have unhealthy boundaries for other reasons. But not telling the truth causes damage to our relationships, including l
Jun 16, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
When relationships get rough and people get hurt, it feels much easier to want revenge or to cut ourselves off from the pain. But in order to get back to a place of healing and restoration, forgiveness must be present. In part three of "Relationships", Pa
Jun 9, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
God commands us to love Him and love other people well - but how can we learn to love others better when our first instinct is to follow our own desires and preferences? How can we move from selfish to selfless? In part two of "Relationships", Pastor Joe
Jun 2, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Relationships are by far one of the most important aspects of life - and how we speak to one another plays a major role in their success. How do we ensure our words are loving and kind? How can we prevent damaging one another with what we say? In part one
May 19, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Jesus' life on earth directly reflected the character of God as He walked in love toward both men and women. Although sin cursed and changed things between the two genders, Jesus came to set things right again on the cross. Why did Jesus treat women diffe
May 12, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
God uses women to bless their families in every generation - but are there biblical limits to where and who they can lead? Are they meant to have leadership roles over men? What about in the church? In part two of "Yes, Women Can", Pastor Joe looks into t
May 5, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
There are some verses in the Bible that seem to limit a woman's ability to speak or lead in the church. These passages have caused confusion about equality and the leadership rights of men and women, and raise many questions for followers of Jesus. In sit
Apr 28, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
God, our Creator, is 100% devoted to us. He loves us, provided a way for us to be close with Him through Jesus, and gives us power by the Holy Spirit. So how can we be devoted to Him in return? How do we build a vibrant life of faith? In the finale of "EM