New Life Maine

We're starting a new series, and in the first week Pastor Justin kicked things off with a story of Jesus acting pretty un-Christ-like... at least in the way we tend to think of Jesus. This was anything but the blonde haired, blue eyed, soft spoken, hippie Jesus. Here, he curses a fig tree for not bearing fruit, and then flips some tables in the temple. So was this an almighty temper tantrum? Or are we thinking of it all wrong?

Pastor Trevor leads off by taking some time to pray for the city of Lewiston and everyone affected by last week's horrible tragedy. We also go through chapter 22 of the book of Luke, where Jesus sits down at the table for the last supper with his disciples. Trevor reminds us that when it feels like the world is crumbling, we can find Jesus reclined at the table, and there's a seat for us right next to him.

Everyone's favorite Care Pastor is back! Pastor Tom begins by guiding us in prayer for everyone affected by the war in Israel and Gaza, and then takes us through some Old Testament scriptures to remind us that we are all set apart by God to be holy. But that doesn't mean only sticking with each other as Christians, but by "going outside the camp" to do what God has called us to do.

Pastor Justin reminds us of the familiar story of Jesus being led into the wilderness to be tempted by Satan. The key here is the word "led". Jesus wasn't pushed or driven into the wilderness, he was led by the Spirit. And what of all those promises Satan tried to make to Jesus? Wasn't he offering things that Jesus already had? There's a lot to learn about obedience in this story.

Special Guest speaker Dr. Kim Pensinger brings us a familiar story from the book of Luke this week. Dr. Pensinger is a missions partner of New Life, and is working closely with us in preparation for our upcoming missions trip to the Dominican Republic.

Pastor Trevor brings us a good word this week! It's really easy to think that by doing as much as we can in the name of Jesus, that He's going to pleased with us. But that's a bit of a misnomer - it's about knowing Jesus intimately.

After wrapping up the Nehemiah series, Pastor Justin brings us a familiar portion of scripture with a few new insights. You may have heard about removing the plank from your eye, but what does that really mean? And what about that old adage "Love the sinner, hate the sin."? Let's hear what Jesus has to say about all this.

As we wrap up our series on Nehemiah, Pastor Justin recaps what we've talked about so far, and finishes up by showing us exactly what it looks like when we allow ourselves to "settle" instead of constantly "stirring" our spiritual fire.

It's interesting how most times when we think of Nehemiah all we can remember is that he built a wall. Pastor Justin takes us through Nehemiah chapter 9 where we get to read the longest prayer in recorded scripture - a prayer that serves to remind us of exactly who God is.

Pastor Tom continues taking us through Nehemiah, with a few side missions along the way.

We're in Nehemiah chapter 8 this week, and even though the wall is finished, God is still doing a work in Nehemiah and the Israelites. Fun fact: holy people don't have to be solemn and quiet. Revivals should be loud - and they begin with you.

As we continue through our series on Nehemiah, Pastor Justin takes us through Nehemiah's back and forth with his Chief Hater: Sanballat. After a vaguely threatening message comes for Nehemiah, he's faced with a choice: run and hide, or call their bluff. At this point, you probably know exactly what choice he made.

Pastor Justin is back and continues taking us through the book of Nehemiah. In chapter 4, Nehemiah's loudest critics are back - but they're doing more than just talking. Threats of war are flying, and the people are becoming discouraged. See how Nehemiah rallies the troops, and how your haters can be silenced as well.

Our Next Steps Pastor, Trevor Nataluk, takes us through 1 Peter chapter 2 and delivers a call for unity. In addition to finding your people, and striving for unity, Trevor also encourages us to take ownership in our growth.

Moving right along in our new series on Nehemiah, Pastor Justin shows us how Nehemiah began the process of rebuilding Jerusalem's city walls - and restoring Jerusalem from being disgraced. Of course, Nehemiah faced some vocal opposition, but he reminded the naysayers that he was doing the Lord's work.

Moving right along in our new series on Nehemiah, Pastor Justin shows us how Nehemiah began the process of rebuilding Jerusalem's city walls - and restoring Jerusalem from being disgraced. Of course, Nehemiah faced some vocal opposition, but he reminded the naysayers that he was doing the Lord's work.

It's time for a new sermon series! Pastor Justin opens the book of Nehemiah and we talk about why burdens can be a blessing. You'll also be encouraged to be the "someone" who does "something" about that situation that's burdening you and others. Bonus: We get to hear a prophetic word through New Lifer Michael Milne. This word is for you!

It's time for a new sermon series! Pastor Justin opens the book of Nehemiah and we talk about why burdens can be a blessing. You'll also be encouraged to be the "someone" who does "something" about that situation that's burdening you and others. Bonus: We get to hear a prophetic word through New Lifer Michael Milne. This word is for you!

Pastor Tom takes the mic this week and promptly DROPS IT. There's a lot to take away from this sermon, and Pastor Tom takes exception to a few misconceptions about Jesus' work and how the Bible is used to condemn. Often, we're the ones condemning ourselves - but that's not what God wants.

Pastor Tom takes the mic this week and promptly DROPS IT. There's a lot to take away from this sermon, and Pastor Tom takes exception to a few misconceptions about Jesus' work and how the Bible is used to condemn. Often, we're the ones condemning ourselves - but that's not what God wants.

Pastor Tom takes the mic this week and promptly DROPS IT. There's a lot to take away from this sermon, and Pastor Tom takes exception to a few misconceptions about Jesus' work and how the Bible is used to condemn. Often, we're the ones condemning ourselves - but that's not what God wants.

In the final sermon of our series "On Mission", Pastor Justin gives us a better idea of what it takes to be a "dreamer". Even if you think that you're not someone with big dreams or visions - you can still be a dreamer who makes change happen. Pastor Justin also gives us an update on a dream of his that's quickly becoming reality: a Hope Center for the city of Biddeford. How has this series encouraged or challenged you to live life on mission?

In the final sermon of our series "On Mission", Pastor Justin gives us a better idea of what it takes to be a "dreamer". Even if you think that you're not someone with big dreams or visions - you can still be a dreamer who makes change happen. Pastor Justin also gives us an update on a dream of his that's quickly becoming reality: a Hope Center for the city of Biddeford. How has this series encouraged or challenged you to live life on mission?

In the final sermon of our series "On Mission", Pastor Justin gives us a better idea of what it takes to be a "dreamer". Even if you think that you're not someone with big dreams or visions - you can still be a dreamer who makes change happen. Pastor Justin also gives us an update on a dream of his that's quickly becoming reality: a Hope Center for the city of Biddeford. How has this series encouraged or challenged you to live life on mission?

What kind of faith do you have? Is it any better than demons? That's probably not a question you've ever had to ask yourself before, but Pastor Justin and the book of James will get you thinking about it in this sermon. We'll also consider how much doing good deeds factors into your place in eternity.

What kind of faith do you have? Is it any better than demons? That's probably not a question you've ever had to ask yourself before, but Pastor Justin and the book of James will get you thinking about it in this sermon. We'll also consider how much doing good deeds factors into your place in eternity.

What kind of faith do you have? Is it any better than demons? That's probably not a question you've ever had to ask yourself before, but Pastor Justin and the book of James will get you thinking about it in this sermon. We'll also consider how much doing good deeds factors into your place in eternity.

Last week, Pastor Justin took us through the story of Elijah - but that was only the beginning. In the second half of this story, Elijah loses sight of his strengths, and is forced to wait on God through the elements. So when God asks him "What are you doing here?", Elijah can't seem to come up with the answer and needs the reminder.

Last week, Pastor Justin took us through the story of Elijah - but that was only the beginning. In the second half of this story, Elijah loses sight of his strengths, and is forced to wait on God through the elements. So when God asks him "What are you doing here?", Elijah can't seem to come up with the answer and needs the reminder.

Last week, Pastor Justin took us through the story of Elijah - but that was only the beginning. In the second half of this story, Elijah loses sight of his strengths, and is forced to wait on God through the elements. So when God asks him "What are you doing here?", Elijah can't seem to come up with the answer and needs the reminder.

Elijah was a man who just wouldn't stay down. The man was an absolute beast. But it wasn't his human strength that made him a Biblical legend, it was his deep well of faith. And even Elijah sometimes struggled to see how God would have the victory. But that's when he decided to pray pray - not just pray.

Elijah was a man who just wouldn't stay down. The man was an absolute beast. But it wasn't his human strength that made him a Biblical legend, it was his deep well of faith. And even Elijah sometimes struggled to see how God would have the victory. But that's when he decided to pray pray - not just pray.

Elijah was a man who just wouldn't stay down. The man was an absolute beast. But it wasn't his human strength that made him a Biblical legend, it was his deep well of faith. And even Elijah sometimes struggled to see how God would have the victory. But that's when he decided to pray pray - not just pray.

The "On Mission" series has been more impactful than we ever anticipated. It's resulted in a bunch of new ministries offered by you, through New Life, and lives are being changed! Being called a "sheep" these days is mostly an insult. No one wants to be sheep. Sheep are dumb. Like, famously dumb. So when Jesus says that he's the Good Shepherd and we are his sheep, is he calling us dumb? Not even close. But we would do well to recognize who we should be following.

The "On Mission" series has been more impactful than we ever anticipated. It's resulted in a bunch of new ministries offered by you, through New Life, and lives are being changed! Being called a "sheep" these days is mostly an insult. No one wants to be sheep. Sheep are dumb. Like, famously dumb. So when Jesus says that he's the Good Shepherd and we are his sheep, is he calling us dumb? Not even close. But we would do well to recognize who we should be following.

The "On Mission" series has been more impactful than we ever anticipated. It's resulted in a bunch of new ministries offered by you, through New Life, and lives are being changed! Being called a "sheep" these days is mostly an insult. No one wants to be sheep. Sheep are dumb. Like, famously dumb. So when Jesus says that he's the Good Shepherd and we are his sheep, is he calling us dumb? Not even close. But we would do well to recognize who we should be following.

Repent! Okay, that's a scary word, and it comes with a lot of connotations, all of which are negative. So let's all take a deep breath and dive into this one together. Repentance is something that both Jesus and John the Baptist preached about, and Pastor Justin helps explain how it is actually a form of worship.

Repent! Okay, that's a scary word, and it comes with a lot of connotations, all of which are negative. So let's all take a deep breath and dive into this one together. Repentance is something that both Jesus and John the Baptist preached about, and Pastor Justin helps explain how it is actually a form of worship.

Repent! Okay, that's a scary word, and it comes with a lot of connotations, all of which are negative. So let's all take a deep breath and dive into this one together. Repentance is something that both Jesus and John the Baptist preached about, and Pastor Justin helps explain how it is actually a form of worship.

Continuing in our series "On Mission", Pastor Justin takes inside a familiar story from Numbers. The Israelites had some conflicting reports on what waited for them in the Promised Land, but the bad news seemed to be the report that everyone heard - because even back then it seems that bad news is what really grabs people. But God reminds us that his strength looks great on our weakness.

Continuing in our series "On Mission", Pastor Justin takes inside a familiar story from Numbers. The Israelites had some conflicting reports on what waited for them in the Promised Land, but the bad news seemed to be the report that everyone heard - because even back then it seems that bad news is what really grabs people. But God reminds us that his strength looks great on our weakness.

Continuing in our series "On Mission", Pastor Justin takes inside a familiar story from Numbers. The Israelites had some conflicting reports on what waited for them in the Promised Land, but the bad news seemed to be the report that everyone heard - because even back then it seems that bad news is what really grabs people. But God reminds us that his strength looks great on our weakness.

Taking us through one of the more famous miracles of Jesus, Pastor Justin reminds us how we can always be used by God, even when we feel like we have nothing to contribute. Jesus feeds the (1)5,000, the disciples are baffled, and even though he had just experienced a tragedy, Jesus showed immeasurable compassion for people.

Taking us through one of the more famous miracles of Jesus, Pastor Justin reminds us how we can always be used by God, even when we feel like we have nothing to contribute. Jesus feeds the (1)5,000, the disciples are baffled, and even though he had just experienced a tragedy, Jesus showed immeasurable compassion for people.

Taking us through one of the more famous miracles of Jesus, Pastor Justin reminds us how we can always be used by God, even when we feel like we have nothing to contribute. Jesus feeds the (1)5,000, the disciples are baffled, and even though he had just experienced a tragedy, Jesus showed immeasurable compassion for people.

Pastor Justin continues in our series On Mission with a sermon about good habits and bad habits. It's way too easy to think that if we make one small good decision we're changed people. But it's really not that simple. Justin reminds us of some scriptures that direct us not only to be better - but to do better (in secret).

Pastor Justin continues in our series On Mission with a sermon about good habits and bad habits. It's way too easy to think that if we make one small good decision we're changed people. But it's really not that simple. Justin reminds us of some scriptures that direct us not only to be better - but to do better (in secret).

Pastor Justin continues in our series On Mission with a sermon about good habits and bad habits. It's way too easy to think that if we make one small good decision we're changed people. But it's really not that simple. Justin reminds us of some scriptures that direct us not only to be better - but to do better (in secret).

Have you ever gone sleepwalking? It can be funny, dangerous, messy, and sometimes result in getting name dropped in Pastor Justin's sermon. While sleepwalking really can get dangerous, it's a different kind of danger we're talking about today. Pastor Justin will tell us how to wake up, get up, and get dressed. Because we can't just put our clothes on over our pajamas. You know what, just let him explain it.

Have you ever gone sleepwalking? It can be funny, dangerous, messy, and sometimes result in getting name dropped in Pastor Justin's sermon. While sleepwalking really can get dangerous, it's a different kind of danger we're talking about today. Pastor Justin will tell us how to wake up, get up, and get dressed. Because we can't just put our clothes on over our pajamas. You know what, just let him explain it.

Have you ever gone sleepwalking? It can be funny, dangerous, messy, and sometimes result in getting name dropped in Pastor Justin's sermon. While sleepwalking really can get dangerous, it's a different kind of danger we're talking about today. Pastor Justin will tell us how to wake up, get up, and get dressed. Because we can't just put our clothes on over our pajamas. You know what, just let him explain it.