New Life Washington

Week three of our identity series.

What is love—and how do we know when we've truly received it? In a world where culture, experiences, and expectations all try to define love, God's love often gets misunderstood or overlooked. In this conversation, we wrestle honestly with what Scripture says about God's love, how it differs from the world's definitions, and what it means to actually receive it. Join us as we navigate this challenging but life-giving conversation.

You are Loved unconditionally, sacrificially, unendingly

In this episode, we dive into the question of identity—where we look for it, how it shapes us, and what happens when it's shaken. Too often we define ourselves by what we do, what we have, how others see us, or who we're connected to. But Jesus offers us something deeper: a renewed identity in Him.

Pastor Brian speaks about how we often attempt to make or find our identity in other things, and how this comes from our desire to define the world on our terms.

The team dives into pressures around school and grades, exploring how the Gospel reshapes our parenting beyond performance and comfort. 

Brian, Cody, and Jake talk the final message of the series. 

Pastor Brian Wilmarth concludes our Proclaim series with a message on through the Holy Spirit, we are to Pray, Invite, and Share.

Brian and Cody talk dream center partnership and Sundays message.

Pastor Brian Wilmarth continues our Proclaim series with a message from Matthew 25:31-46 on how we are to reach everyone, to the least of these. Andy King from Dream Center Peoria also joined us to share about how God is working in downtown Peoria about how we can join them in ministry.

Brian reflects on Sunday's interview with our mission partners, the Kannenbergs, and how we can overcome some of the things that hold us back from embracing God's mission. 

Jake, Cody, and Brian talk about being sent right where we are in central IL and work God has for us here. And maybe we're going to do a new intro to the podcast...?

We are all missionaries, sent right where we are to proclaim God's word.

We often think of missionaries as those sent overseas—but Jesus calls all of us to make disciples right where we are. In this episode, we explore Matthew 28:18–20 and talk about how to live on mission through everyday steps: pray, invite, and share.

We are called to go and make disciples. However, we do not have to leave where we are to be missionaries. Sheri Glick joins Brian to talk about her mission journey as well as how we can be missionaries where we are.

Brian has returned to the studio with renewed energy and enthusiasm. He is fully prepared to deeply engage with the message, share his unique insights, and thoroughly talk through the challenges and opportunities facing this next generation. His perspective will add valuable context to our ongoing discussions about cultural shifts.

Pastor Jake Harper shares how in the subtle drift of the world, the church can be an anchor for the next generation.

On the first ever episode of Where We're At the team discusses how we navigate busyness in parenting.

Jake and Cody explore the depths of culture and what it means for the next generation.

Student Life Pastor Jake Harper shares part one of a sermon on developing a heart of compassionate curiosity for the next generation.

In this episode, we dive into the book of Galatians and explore how Paul's message of grace, freedom, and faith challenges us to live unselfishly in a self-centered world. What does it really mean to bear one another's burdens? How does walking by the Spirit transform the way we serve others? 

Kirk Bode speaks to us about how Freedom is Loving others unselfishly.

Brian, Jake, and Cody are back in the podcast booth discussing the Holy Spirit and breaking down Sunday's message.

Pastor Brian speaks to us on how to Live in freedom by walking by the Spirit.

Brian reflects on the sermon from Galatians 5:1-15 and explores the concept of freedom in the Bible and how we can live from true freedom. 

Pastor Brian Wilmarth preaches from Galatians 5:1-15 on how true freedom is living lives of love in Jesus.

Brian goes solo on the message from Galatians 4:21-31. The difference between burden and freedom is promise. What is God's promise? How do we trust that promise? And bonus: how can Paul understand the Abraham-Sarah-Hagar story the way he does? 

Pastor Brian speaks to us about how Trusting God's promise leads to freedom.

Welcome to a special edition of Digging Deeper where you join us for our preaching retreat as we talk through Jake Harper's message and also give insight into what we do on the preaching team.

Jake Harper shares about how the gospel moves us from burden to freedom.

In this episode, we dig deeper into a powerful sermon on salvation by faith—what it truly means to be saved, and how that shapes the way we live each day. It's not just about believing in Jesus; it's about letting Him drive our lives. We explore the danger of slipping back into old patterns and the importance of abiding in Christ. God didn't leave us to figure it out on our own—He gave us the Spirit to guide, strengthen, and transform us. Join us as we talk about walking by faith, living by the Spirit, and surrendering control so that Jesus is truly at the wheel.

In this episode, Jake Herring delivers a powerful message on the vital role of the Holy Spirit in our understanding of salvation. He unpacks how faith—not works—is the key to salvation, and how the Holy Spirit illuminates this truth in our hearts. Whether you're new to the faith or seeking deeper insight, this message will challenge and encourage you to rely fully on the Spirit's guidance.

The Three Amigos return to discuss what it means to be justified through faith in Jesus.

Pastor Brian speaks about how we can tend to live according to old ways, even after we've committed to following Jesus. In Christ, however, we died to the old way and now live in a new way.

Brian is joined by Jessica Wilmarth, our Director of Ministries and Discipleship, to discuss message on Galatians 1. We look to something to justify us. We'll find that we can only justified in the Gospel. 

Pastor Brian speaks to us on how The Gospel is for everyone, received by faith.

Join us as we explore death and how we approach it as followers of Jesus.

Kirk discusses the reality of death, his own experiences facing death, and what the scripture says happens following death.

Pastor Jake takes over Cody's job and brings Pastor Brian back to talk about conflict and how to handle it. 

Pastor Brian speaks about how in conflict, we should overcome evil with good.

Jake and Cody discuss Kirk's message about associating with people of different viewpoints and how our perception of enemies may not match reality.

Kirk Bode speaks about how through the gospel, we can become Students of the Bible

Jake and Cody discuss Sunday's sermon and the challenges we face in being a light.

Pastor Jake speaks about how through the gospel, we can become a community of light in a culture of brokenness

We want to become a transformed community, and embracing humility helps us live out our gifts and talents with the right perspective. Listen as Jake and Cody unpack Sunday's sermon and explore what it means to discern humility while recognizing how God has uniquely equipped you.

Jake Herring, one of our Elders, brings us the message as we continue in our series in Romans 12 on having Humility in the Kingdom.

"In view of God's mercy, be transformed" serves as the central message of this sermon. Join us as Brian presents the first week of our Romans 12 series.

Jess joins Jake and Cody to talk through Sunday's sermon and what it looks like to live Romans 12.

Cody, Jake, and Brian talk Easter services and take a step further into the message.

Pastor Brian Wilmarth describes how the resurrection of Jesus Chris brings salvation and new life.