Northeast Christian Podcast

Guest Speaker, Rev. Dr. Alvin Sanders, delivers a powerful encouragement spurring us on towards unity in the body of Christ. If we are to have significance in this world (instead of just settling for "success"), we must learn to embrace the whole of the Christian love ethic which shows concern and care for every part of the body of Christ.

Founding Pastor Bob Cherry returns as a guest preacher to deliver a powerful encouragement. He reminded us of our need to replace "but I" excuses with "but God" declarations. Bob uses Paul's letters to the Corinthians to display that God did not dispute anyone's inadequacies, and is capable of bringing beauty through brokenness.

I’m Still Standing- Damian Thompson Guest Speaker, Damian Thompson, continues our series in Acts Verse by Verse with a powerful encouragement to remember that You’re Still Standing. In Acts 28, Paul the apostle faces personal disappointment and public danger after unexpectedly shipwrecking on the island of Malta. He was bombarded with trial after trial, but remained standing strong in the knowledge that God had a purpose for him. We’ve all faced trials of different kinds, but if you’re reading this, you are still standing. If your plans have been wrecked, God can still use them to bring forth his purpose.

If you've spent any amount of time as a consumer of Christian media, you'll likely be familiar with the great "culture war". Christian media and political pundits would love for you to believe we're engaged in a war for the soul of Christianity, the future of the US, and the fate of the next generation. "Culture War Christianity" is a corruption of our faith because it prioritizes winning over witness, power over piety, protecting the 99 over reaching the 1, and self-preservation over selfless love. How do we fight these "Culture wars" we hear so much about? If we look at the conversion of Saul found in the book of Acts, we see a cross-shaped alternative to the "culture war" mindset that isn't very war-like at all.

Christians on the political left and right have convinced themselves that gaining political power is the key to bringing the kingdom of God to earth. Recent data has shown that political privilege is harmful for Christianity in society. The presence of pluralism and the absence of privilege are actually beneficial for Christianity because it must be chosen for its actual merits and spiritual power, rather than its social merits and political power. Anytime we look elsewhere for power, it robs the Spirit. You can have the power of politics, or the power of the Spirit, but not both. It's not a matter of whether Christianity has power- it's whether WE will have it.

According to a recent Gallup Study, in 2020, 47% of U.S. adults belonged to a church, synagogue or mosque. That’s down from 50% in 2018 and 70% in 1999. This is the first time in eight-decades it's dropped below 50%. Younger people are far more likely to claim no religious preference. Why is this the case? Why is the church facing a credibility crisis? How can we overcome the cultural pressure we're facing and model the early church as we see in Acts? Tyler walks through seven marks of the early church, and how those characteristics allowed them to remain a faithful witness to Jesus amidst persecution.

Have you ever wondered how to respond to demands like, "Stop talking about race and ethnicity and just preach the gospel!"? In this sermon, Tyler walks through the book of Acts to deliver a beautiful, biblical vision for gospel-centered racial and ethnic diversity. Christians have been given the doctrine, power, and commission to build a multi-ethnic family that heals racial and ethnic divides. It's time to make this vision a reality through the power of the gospel and the Holy Spirit at work within his church.

The book of Acts follows the birth of the early church, beginning with the ascension of Jesus and the arrival of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Acts testifies that we, the church, are the continuation of Jesus' ministry. The "Acts" of the disciples are carried on through us today. Join us this summer for our new series, Acts Verse-by-Verse, starting now with Week 1.

Our home is the most important ministry God has entrusted to us. How can we use it as a tool to love those around us? Join us for week two of our series as we learn how to live the Love the 'Ville lifestyle in our homes.

Our home is the most important ministry God has entrusted to us. How can we make sure we give it the attention and love it deserves? Join us for our two week series as we learn how to live the Love the 'Ville lifestyle in our homes.

Romans 8 says that all creation eagerly waits for the day in the future when God will make all things right. We eagerly anticipate and groan for the future when Jesus will return and all things will be resurrected. This week, we wrap up our theology of the resurrection.

Our job as Kingdom citizens is to move the world and its people toward heaven. Perhaps this task must start first in the Church. We've got a job to do! Join us for week five of our series, From Death to Life, as we develop our theology of the resurrection of Jesus.

"Deconstruction" is a hot topic right now in the Christian world. Many would say that they are on a journey to "deconstruct" their faith, questioning whether or not they believe the things they've been taught. We believe this is a healthy and helpful process as long as it has a proper starting point: the resurrection of Jesus. A confident belief in Jesus’ resurrection makes deconstruction healthier because it gives you the comfort to explore with the assurance of salvation. You can poke, prod, question, and criticize knowing you're safe in the deep acceptance of the Father when you believe Jesus is risen. With the resurrection as your starting point, you will set out to "deconstruct" with the humility to trust Jesus over self. Join us for week five of our series, From Death to Life.

In a year full of suffering and despair, the empty tomb is a reminder that following Jesus doesn’t promise a life free from suffering or pain. It promises something better. Following the living Jesus promises us a way to overcome inevitable suffering because we place our trust in a living hope. Your past (no matter how broken or messy) and your future (no matter how uncertain) can be made whole by the living hope and presence of Jesus. Join us to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus on Easter Sunday!

What you think you see at the cross isn’t what you’re actually seeing. An Execution is a Sacrifice. A Criminal is the Lamb of God. The Cross is a Temple. In week 3 of our series, From Death to Life, we expand our theology of the cross.

What you think you see at the cross isn’t what you’re actually seeing. An Execution is a Sacrifice. A Criminal is the Lamb of God. The Cross is a Temple. In week 2 of our series, From Death to Life, we expand our theology of the cross.

Do you know what you believe about the cross?

The church is the picture of perfect unity when we are serving together. This week, we learn about opportunities to serve at Northeast so that we can Love the 'Ville starting right here in our church family.

If you were to describe your spiritual life, would the word “intentional” be it? Most of us would say that we want to have a better prayer life, or we want to read the Bible. We want to make church a weekly habit, join a group, or serve somewhere. We have every good intention to grow in Christ, but that does not make us intentional. You don’t need good intentions. You need a plan. You need a playbook! This two week sermon series and our accompanying "Love the 'Ville Playbook Devotional" will help you think through the areas in your life: Home, Workplace, Church, and City. This will help you see where and who God is calling you to. You’ll also get a better idea of who you need to serve, pray for, and love on. It’s time to get intentional! Game on! Check out the 7 day Love the 'Ville Playbook Devotional here! https://www.necchurch.org/playbook-devotional/

We’re living through a crisis of truth. It’s hard to tell what’s right, and who to trust. Everyone needs a stubbornly loyal community of friends, united in allegiance to Jesus, who cheer one another to mission and hold one another accountable.