Podcasts about pastor bill

What motivates you to give when you could keep for yourself? In today's message, Pastor Bill urges you to support the weak, echoing Jesus' words: It is more blessed to give than to receive. This truth should shape how you strengthen the church and others. Giving isn't just an act; it's a blessing that flows back to you. God can build His kingdom through your hands. Jesus' promise stands: giving brings deeper joy. Your support lifts those in need. How do you live out the blessing of giving in your life?

Facing trials is like wind battering a sturdy tree that bends but doesn't break. Today, Pastor Bill reveals Paul's resolve amid chains and tribulation. He knew jail, bondage, and hardship awaited, yet none of it swayed him. Those things might distract, distress, or even discourage at times. But they wouldn't alter his path. Paul pressed on to finish his race with joy. God can help you stand firm in the face of scary circumstances. How do you stay committed to finishing strong despite life's distractions?

What does it mean to speak the full truth without holding back? In today's message, Pastor Bill highlights Paul's farewell to Ephesus, declaring himself innocent of their blood. He had fulfilled his duty, sharing the whole counsel of God's Word. No part was omitted, whether easy or hard, liked or disliked. God can empower you to deliver His truth completely, just as Paul did. Paul's commitment challenges you to the same boldness. How do you embrace sharing God's full truth in your life?

Pastor Bill shows us the many ways that God speaks to us as we begin our new Nativaty Story series.

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.”  In today's sermon, Pastor Kenneth Bryant II continues in his standing on business.

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.”  In today's sermon, Pastor Bill shares on hope.

What voice are you listening to in a world full of noise? In today's message, Pastor Bill reminds you that Jesus is the true Shepherd who calls His blood-bought sheep by name. This isn't mere spiritual language; it's a profound truth. When you hear His voice, you follow Him alone. His sheep don't chase strangers or the enemy's lies. When you know Him, you walk securely in His path. His personal call guides you through every moment. How do you tune your ear to hear Jesus calling you by name?

Learn practical evangelism techniques that any believer can use to share their faith naturally and confidently. This biblical approach to gospel sharing breaks down witnessing into three manageable steps that don't require special training or theological expertise. Discover how to notice people who need the gospel in everyday situations, extend simple invitations to church and faith conversations, and share your personal testimony about hope in Jesus Christ. Perfect for Christians who feel overwhelmed about evangelism or don't know where to start with sharing their faith. Based on biblical examples from Acts 8 and John 1, this practical guide shows how ordinary believers can be effective witnesses for Christ. Learn simple responses to common life struggles that naturally point people toward the gospel message. Includes tips for rehearsing your testimony, recognizing gospel opportunities in daily conversations, and approaching evangelism with confidence rather than pressure. Whether you're a new Christian or have been a believer for years, these evangelism strategies will help you become a more effective witness in your workplace, neighborhood, and family relationships. Discover how to make gospel conversations natural and authentic while staying focused on sharing hope rather than proving knowledge. Essential viewing for anyone wanting to fulfill the Great Commission and share the good news of Jesus Christ with those around them.

Pastor Bill Wineke

We are beginning a four week series through Advent as we prepare the way for Christmas. Advent is the season where the Church slows down so we can become awake to God's presence. It teaches us to wait, to notice, and to make room for the God who comes close.In this opening message, Pastor Bill calls us to step out of the rush and become present to what God is doing right now. Advent invites us to breathe, to pay attention, and to trust that God meets us in the real moments of our lives.Pastor Bill reminds us that thanksgiving is more than a reaction. It is a practice that grounds us and becomes the place where hope grows. Through Romans 5 and 1 Thessalonians 5, we see how joy, prayer, and gratitude shape us into people who can carry hope in every season, even in suffering or uncertainty.Advent forms us into people who recognize that God is near in the highs, the lows, and the everyday moments in between.

11/30/25 Sunday Morning message

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” In today's service, Pastor Ebony Bryant leads the congregation in a testimony service initiated by the youth.

Life's detours can feel like dead ends until God redirects you. In today's message, Pastor Bill conveys how God knows how to stop you in your tracks and turn you toward salvation. Repentance means turning around from your current path, not earning your way to the correct one. You didn't achieve anything on your own; it's His grace that flips your direction. Once you turn, you're in the race, trusting and following Christ. How do you recognize God's turn in your life toward Him?

What fuels your urgency to run the race God has set before you? In today's message, Pastor Bill spotlights Paul rushing to Jerusalem, holding a church conference on the fly. Time is short on this earth, and Paul knew it; there was no delaying decisions till next week. He organized, managed, and pressed forward with purpose. God can ignite that same drive in you to fulfill His calling. Your life has a timeline; make it count. How do you embrace urgency to pursue what God has for you?

What drives someone to leave everything to follow God's call? In today's message, Pastor Bill dives into why key men from cities far apart left their jobs and churches to join Paul, traveling with him to Jerusalem. Their choice wasn't random; it was a response to God's purpose through Paul. God can stir hearts to abandon comfort for His mission. Their faith led them to step out, trusting His direction. That same call echoes for you. How do you respond when God asks you to follow Him boldly?

Seeing calm after chaos is like glimpsing sunlight through a storm's end. In today's message, Pastor Bill reflects on the riots in Ephesus, where revival sparked uproar, yet the mayor's stand brought peace. The dust storm of chaos eventually ceased. Whether you're glimpsing light at the tunnel's end or just entering the storm, God's promise holds: the uproar will quiet. Every storm has an end. His peace can steady you no matter where you are. How do you hold onto God's promise during life's storms?

11/24/25 Sunday Morning message

We carry a message of truth, hope, and life that turns this world upside down. For some, as Pastor Bill will point out in today's message, this Gospel feels like a burden. They don't hear the hope or life it contains. All they hear is the part that says they're broken, and their sin will lead to destruction, and that makes them mad. Their sinful nature wants to fight back and protect its territory. They might take their anger out on the messenger, and we need to be prepared to face that as followers of Jesus.

We carry a message of truth, hope, and life that turns this world upside down. For some, as Pastor Bill will point out in today's message, this Gospel feels like a burden. They don't hear the hope or life it contains. All they hear is the part that says they're broken, and their sin will lead to destruction, and that makes them mad. Their sinful nature wants to fight back and protect its territory. They might take their anger out on the messenger, and we need to be prepared to face that as followers of Jesus.

Sometimes we have reservations about being filled by the Spirit. We imagine the stories of snake-handlers, people being “slain” in the Spirit, or spewing out some unknown language, and we're afraid we'll be seen as weird or crazy. But, as Pastor Bill will point out in today's message, when you lay down your pride and surrender to the Spirit, you might do some things that look crazy to the outside world, but you can find wholeness and joy in your purpose as a child of God, dedicated to His will and way. 

Sometimes we have reservations about being filled by the Spirit. We imagine the stories of snake-handlers, people being “slain” in the Spirit, or spewing out some unknown language, and we're afraid we'll be seen as weird or crazy. But, as Pastor Bill will point out in today's message, when you lay down your pride and surrender to the Spirit, you might do some things that look crazy to the outside world, but you can find wholeness and joy in your purpose as a child of God, dedicated to His will and way. 

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” In today's sermon, Pastor Kenneth Bryant II continues in his "Standing on Business" series, focusing on defense.

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” In today's sermon, Pastor Billy Johnson continues in his "Equipping to Stand" series, concluding a 3-part focus on the strategies of the enemy.

11/16/25 Sunday Morning message

November 12,2025

November 9,2025

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” In today's sermon, Pastor Kenneth Bryant II continues in his "Standing on Business" series, focusing on standing on truth and righteousneess..

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” In today's sermon, Pastor Billy Johnson continues in his "Equipping to Stand" series, focusing on the strategies of the enemy.

You're exhausted from gripping the wheel—planning, fixing, predicting every turn. Just let Jesus drive. Surrender isn't giving up; it's trading anxiety for guidance, burnout for peace, detours for purpose. Hand Him the map and the keys: your timelines, fears, and what-ifs. Listen for His directions, take the next faithful turn, and enjoy the ride He authors. And in today's message, Pastor Bill wants you to choose trust over control—you don't have to do it on your own anymore.

You're exhausted from gripping the wheel—planning, fixing, predicting every turn. Just let Jesus drive. Surrender isn't giving up; it's trading anxiety for guidance, burnout for peace, detours for purpose. Hand Him the map and the keys: your timelines, fears, and what-ifs. Listen for His directions, take the next faithful turn, and enjoy the ride He authors. And in today's message, Pastor Bill wants you to choose trust over control—you don't have to do it on your own anymore.

The Old Testament Law is like a mirror and a tutor: it reveals God's holiness and exposes our inability to meet that standard on our own. Its sacrifices, boundaries, and demands highlight the gap between who we are and who we're called to be, awakening honest humility and hunger for rescue and revitalization. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you to let that clarity drive you to Christ—the One who fulfills what the Law foretold and supplies the grace you cannot earn.

The Old Testament Law is like a mirror and a tutor: it reveals God's holiness and exposes our inability to meet that standard on our own. Its sacrifices, boundaries, and demands highlight the gap between who we are and who we're called to be, awakening honest humility and hunger for rescue and revitalization. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you to let that clarity drive you to Christ—the One who fulfills what the Law foretold and supplies the grace you cannot earn.

Jesus once walked beside His disciples on dusty roads; now, by the Holy Spirit, He abides within His followers—nearer than breath, nearer than thought. His presence doesn't wait for a crowd or a schedule; He counsels in real time, comforts in silence, and empowers ordinary moments with divine strength. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will encourage you to rest in this wonder: you carry His companionship everywhere—kitchen, classroom, checkout line, you name it—so listen, respond, and let His nearness shape your day.

Jesus once walked beside His disciples on dusty roads; now, by the Holy Spirit, He abides within His followers—nearer than breath, nearer than thought. His presence doesn't wait for a crowd or a schedule; He counsels in real time, comforts in silence, and empowers ordinary moments with divine strength. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will encourage you to rest in this wonder: you carry His companionship everywhere—kitchen, classroom, checkout line, you name it—so listen, respond, and let His nearness shape your day.

Title: Level-HeadednessScripture Reading: Ephesians 4:21-24 Series: The “L” Fruits of JesusNotice: This message interviews one of Grace 242's covenant partners about the sketch he made of Jesus. View those images here. Like the character Riley in the movie Inside Out , every human has emotions, feelings, and attitudes; they are part of the human experience. But how do we ensure these emotions are healthy? This sermon, part of "The L Fruits of Jesus" series, explores the fruit of level-headedness.This message examines Level-Headedness through three "L"s:The Lordship of Level-Headedness: This explores what it means to place our attitudes, feelings, and emotions under the lordship of Jesus Christ. It examines the two "ditches" churches often fall into: replacing scripture's authority with feelings or removing emotions from discipleship entirely, which can lead to being spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature.The Likeness of Level-Headedness: Looking at Ephesians 4:24, this "L" discusses what it means to be "created to be like God." While God has emotions, He is impassible (His state doesn't change). Jesus, however, fully shared the human emotional experience to redeem and restore the image of God in us. In this section, Pastor Bill contrasts depictions of emotionless Jesus with a sketch that Bob from Grace 242 did. Those images may be viewed here.The Labor of Level-Headedness: This section provides practical application based on Ephesians 4:22-24. We are to "throw off" the old nature, "put on" the new, and let the Spirit "renew our thoughts and attitudes." The key question is whether we are submitting our emotions to the Master or letting our emotions master us. The goal is not to be emotionless , but to direct our emotions for God's glory.

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Nothing you face—sickness, setbacks, silence, or storms—can separate you from God's nearness. He walks into hospital rooms and hard conversations, sits with you in sleepless nights, and steadies your breath when anxiety spikes. His presence won't always remove the valley, but it will carry you through it with peace, wisdom, and strength for the next step. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will ask you to lift your eyes: you are not abandoned, not for a moment. God is with you—always.

Nothing you face—sickness, setbacks, silence, or storms—can separate you from God's nearness. He walks into hospital rooms and hard conversations, sits with you in sleepless nights, and steadies your breath when anxiety spikes. His presence won't always remove the valley, but it will carry you through it with peace, wisdom, and strength for the next step. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will ask you to lift your eyes: you are not abandoned, not for a moment. God is with you—always.

Isolation lies, but the family of God tells the truth: you're never alone. Brothers and sisters in Christ carry burdens, celebrate wins, pray through valleys, and speak courage when your voice is thin. Their presence becomes God's kindness in motion—rides to appointments, meals on doorsteps, texts at midnight, and steady hands in storms. Receive their help and offer yours. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will invite you to lean into Biblical community so hope multiplies and strength returns, together.

Isolation lies, but the family of God tells the truth: you're never alone. Brothers and sisters in Christ carry burdens, celebrate wins, pray through valleys, and speak courage when your voice is thin. Their presence becomes God's kindness in motion—rides to appointments, meals on doorsteps, texts at midnight, and steady hands in storms. Receive their help and offer yours. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will invite you to lean into Biblical community so hope multiplies and strength returns, together.

God's timing includes people—mentors who speak wisdom, friends who lift weary arms, challengers who refine character, and encouragers who remind you of your calling. He weaves appointments you couldn't arrange: a conversation at just the right moment, a helping hand when resources run thin, or a door-opener when you've hit a wall. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will encourage you to trust that God's orchestrating relationships to guide, steady, and propel you forward.

God's timing includes people—mentors who speak wisdom, friends who lift weary arms, challengers who refine character, and encouragers who remind you of your calling. He weaves appointments you couldn't arrange: a conversation at just the right moment, a helping hand when resources run thin, or a door-opener when you've hit a wall. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will encourage you to trust that God's orchestrating relationships to guide, steady, and propel you forward.