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When you're young, your knack for picking things up and your reasoning skills really boost your understanding of the world around you. But everything shifts as you get older. Adults often draw from the experiences they've gathered throughout their lives. The same logic applies when you decide to put your trust in Jesus. Young hearts often easily embrace Christ, allowing Him to make a difference in their lives. However, the same isn't usually true for adults, as they tend to close themselves off emotionally. Today, Pastor Mark is here to share some exciting insights on why the youth hold incredible potential for receiving Salvation!

Each church has its unique style and approach to how they operate. Some churches have rituals they stick to that seem to miss the mark when it comes to truly connecting with God. When you begin attending these churches, do you ever find yourself pondering the purpose of those rituals? Do they really enhance your connection with Jesus in any meaningful way? Today, Pastor Mark encourages you to avoid certain church rituals that don't really connect to your faith in Jesus. It's all about keeping it genuine! If you're feeling uncertain, just reach out to the Holy Spirit for a little guidance to help you uncover the truth!

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Series: Matthew for TodayPastor Mark SmithJuly 19, 2026

"Preparing the Way through the Next Generation"This week, Pastor Mark preaches from 2 Corinthians 5, showing that God has already declared you righteous in Christ, yet many still live under fear, shame, and self-effort. This message invites you to see yourself through God's eyes and walk as a new creation.#NewHopeKailua #PastorMarkStinton #2026Sermon #OnlineChurch #ChurchOnline #ChurchInKailua #YouTube #YouTubeChannel #Subscribe #Sub #Follow #LikeIf this is your first time visiting us, we'd like to get to know you: https://bit.ly/nhk-connectSubscribe to receive our latest messages: https://bit.ly/nhk-sermonsTo support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: https://newhopekailua.org/givingSee what God can do through you. Be a part of our New Hope Kailua family, whether in-person or online!——Stay ConnectedDownload our church app: https://bit.ly/nhk-appWebsite: https://newhopekailua.org/New Hope Kailua Facebook: https://bit.ly/nhk-fbNew Hope Kailua Instagram: https://bit.ly/nhk-igAudio-only SermonsApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3LYiqNTGoogle Podcast: https://bit.ly/nhk-googlepodcastSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3LUtqvP

The Third Commandment reads, "Remember the Sabbath by keeping it holy." Does it mean that we simply relax and do nothing? Or is it a day of service? And does it have to be on a Sunday...or a Saturday? Join us as we continue our summer sermon series, "Written in Stone", as Pastor Mark preaches on the Third Commandment.

The final message from our sermon series "I AM: Who Jesus Is in His Own Words." Pastor Mark preaches from John 14:1-7.

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What should we be doing with our money that says, "God I am honoring You? Today on Bold Steps Weekend, Pastor Mark explains how to honor God with your finances. When you honor God with your money, there will be overflow in your life.Become a Bold Partner Today: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps-weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Israelites truly illustrate how a simple misunderstanding can unravel everything you've built. The Bible says that the Messiah will build the fourth temple in Israel. But because they don't see Jesus as the Messiah, they're on the lookout for someone who will step up and declare themselves as the Messiah, ready to assist in constructing the temple. Do you realise who might capitalise on this mindset of the Israelites? Absolutely, it's going to be Satan! In today's message, Pastor Mark dives into the intriguing topic of how the Antichrist will present himself as the messiah, leading the people of Israel and the world astray. 

Have you noticed the different actions world leaders are taking to tackle the growing concerns of pollution and global warming? It's quite a topic these days! People are getting together for a seed-planting drive, diving into recycling, and exploring other fun ways to help our planet go green once more, just like it used to be! Today, Pastor Mark shares an intriguing thought: God is the one who has permitted the world to become polluted, and He's the only one capable of healing it and restoring it to its former glory! Once the judgment period wraps up, He'll create a brand-new earth, completely free of any trace of pollution!

Who doesn't enjoy a fantastic promotion, right? It boosts our worth in the company and surely gives a nice lift to the paycheck, too! There are moments on your spiritual journey when you might find yourself feeling a bit anxious about when that next promotion in your life will come along. You may be feeling a bit worn out from the daily grind. Today, Pastor Mark shares how God gets you ready, both spiritually and mentally, in your current job before that exciting promotion comes your way. He will guide you into the next step just as soon as He senses you're ready to take that leap! Just stay faithful where you are!

Send Us Your Questions/CommentsPastor Mark is on vacation for July but the Sermon Reflections keep rolling!  Jarvis & Nate sit down this week to reflect on Pastor Mark's sermon yesterday from Acts Chapter 8!Grief hits the early church like a wave, and Acts 8 refuses to skip past it. Stephen is gone, the pressure rises, and believers are forced to scatter. We sit with that reality and talk honestly about what it's like when you're trying to walk faithfully and life still hurts.From there, we trace a surprising theme: providential persecution. What looks like setback becomes spread. The gospel moves outward through ordinary people, including Philip, and we connect that to the hard seasons many of us know well: job loss, family change, unwanted transitions, and the kind of disruption that makes you ask what God is doing. We also talk about persistent proclamation and why believers around the world who face real persecution can expose how comfortable faith in America can become.Then the passage gets even more personal. The Holy Spirit's work in Samaria raises questions that require careful Bible study and context, not quick assumptions. And Simon the magician forces a heart check: he “believes” and gets baptized, yet still tries to buy God's power. We wrestle with what true repentance looks like, why religious habit can mimic real faith, and how humility marks a genuine relationship with Jesus.If you want a thoughtful sermon reflection on Acts 8, Christian persecution, the Holy Spirit, and the difference between admiring Jesus and surrendering to him, press play. After you listen, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so others can find it too.New episodes every Mondaywww.lifehousemot.cominfo@lifehousede.comJoin us Sundays at 9 & 11 AMIntro music by Joey Blair

Pastor Mark WalkerGenesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67For more information please visit:https://nampacollegechurch.com

Every now and then, as you're gliding down the highway, you might suddenly find yourself staring at a “road closed ahead” sign, right there in front of you. It's like a surprise party you didn't ask for! So, do you just make a U-turn and head back home? I really don't think that's the case! You look out for contingencies, right? Just like that, walking in the path that God wants for you can be a bit bumpy at times. You might encounter a few blockages in the road, too. Today, Pastor Mark inspires you to keep faith in God's plan for your life. Instead of throwing in the towel, he urges you to seek out solutions or alternatives. 

This is our time. Before any of us were born, God sovereignly planned our entire story. We've never been closer to the end, when Jesus comes back and takes us home to live with Him for eternity. But there are still billions who need to hear the gospel and repent. Our moment is now, and it's up to us to use it well! Today, Pastor Mark will remind us that our lives are so brief and that we must not waste them. We could just put our feet up, knowing that our salvation is secure in Jesus. But God has called us to do His work in this particular moment in history. So share the truth boldly, because the clock is running out!

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Series: Matthew for TodayPastor Mark SmithJuly 12, 2026

Knowing the right thing to do, and doing the right thing aren't the same. In this final message of this series, Pastor Mark discusses how to take the principles we've learned, and actually put them into practice in our everyday lives.

At first glance, Joseph's dreams appear to be the story of one young man destined for greatness. But beneath the surface lies something infinitely greater. Joseph was never the destination—he was the signpost. His life points us to Jesus Christ, the Beloved Son, through whom God preserved His eternal dream of redemption. Throughout this message, we'll discover two competing systems that have echoed throughout Scripture from Genesis to Revelation: the striving of the flesh and the sufficiency of the Spirit; the righteousness sought through human effort and the righteousness freely given through grace. Joseph teaches us that God's purposes cannot be thwarted by rejection, betrayal, suffering, or delay because what God preserves, no man can destroy. Ultimately, the dream God preserved was never merely Joseph's promotion—it was Christ's exaltation. And because that dream reached its fulfillment at the cross when Jesus declared, "It is finished," we no longer strive to accomplish what God has already completed. We simply rest in His finished work, rejoice in His uncommon favor, and trust the unchanging grace of the God who always preserves His promises.

You Are What You Eat

You Are What You Eat

Pastor Mark continues the series on faith by unpacking two distinct but inseparable expressions of faith. Faith toward God is your attitude, the unwavering trust that says like Job, "though you slay me, yet will I trust you." The faith of God is your ability to receive his promises. Both grow from the Word of God, and both are essential. When Jesus returns, he will be looking for one thing. Will he find faith on the earth, and will he find it in you?

As we are hosting the MENACA conference on Friday and Saturday, we have the great honor of hearing from Pastor Ihsan, the President of Foursquare Turkey and an apostolic leader in this most remarkable country and people. The Foursquare work in Turkey is thriving in large part due to Pastor Ihsan's steady faithfulness and courageous witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the rule of his Kingdom.  Pastor Mark Chester has been a dear friend of Chris and Jenifer for the past 20 years, as he and his wife Geri began to pastor Gettysburg Foursquare at the same time Chris and Jenifer began serving here at Mill Creek Foursquare. Pastor Mark is an excellent communicator of the Scriptures and the mission of Jesus we are all invited into. Excited for us to receive from these two wonderful leaders!

Still Sowing After All These Years Pastor Teri Ditslear We are blessed to have a series of guest preachers join us this summer to share sermons while Pastor Cogan is away on family leave. This is a great way to hear from a variety of voices while we have the opportunity. It's also a meaningful way to give Pastor Mark a break from doing all of the preaching, all of the time. This Sunday's guest was Pastor Teri Ditslear whose visit, as a former Pastor and Partner in Mission at Cross of Grace, coincided nicely with our 25th Anniversary celebration and with the groundbreaking blessing for our next building project.

In this sermon, Pastor Mark continues a series called “The Jesus Filter,” focusing on how Jesus approached interruptions during His earthly ministry. Drawing from Mark chapter 2, he walks through the story of four friends who lowered a paralyzed man through a roof to get him in front of Jesus. Rather than being annoyed by the disruption, Jesus saw their faith and responded with both forgiveness and physical healing. The core message is that Jesus consistently said yes to the very interruptions and people that most of us are inclined to filter out.

Most people struggle with handling finances, how to save, how to give and how to live within their means. Today on Bold Steps Weekend, Pastor Mark is going to give you some powerful biblical principles today to live by. Hopefully they will help transform the way you look and deal with money.Become a Bold Partner Today: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps-weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our enemy, the devil, loves to accuse us of being unworthy of belonging to God. And he's right! We were 100% helpless to save ourselves, and our value is rooted solely in the righteousness of Christ! If Jesus hadn't sacrificed Himself to pluck us out of the fire, we would still be separated from a perfectly holy God. Today, Pastor Mark will remind us how blessed we are to have been chosen by God! But the story doesn't end there! Now we have the equally great blessing of being able to spread the gospel around the world! Don't listen to the devil's lies that you are still unworthy. Rest in the finished work of Christ and share that miraculous gift!

It's hard to grasp how glorious eternity will be, especially when we're facing devastating situations. But the Lord tells us to lift our eyes to Him and rejoice, knowing that He is coming back soon to make all things right. Our suffering is real, and God sees it all and cares infinitely about us! So don't lose hope, child of the King! Today, Pastor Mark will encourage us to remember that Jesus promises us eternal life with Him, and that glory is right around the corner! Our God never breaks His promises – in fact, He can't! So look to eternity, side-by-side with Jesus, ruling over the New Creation and forever free from sin, pain, and death!

It's a dangerous and challenging time in history right now, especially for God's people. We don't know when exactly Jesus will return. But we do know that God is not done with the nation of Israel. Today, Pastor Mark will show us that passages like Zechariah 2 point to a future redemptive plan for the Jewish people. As persecution increases in the Middle East, we should be praying consistently for God's chosen people. In the United States, we're blessed to be able to freely and openly practice our faith. That's tragically not the case for billions all over the world! But God has a plan to work in the hearts of many before the final curtain falls!

Send Us Your Questions/CommentsEach week Pastor Mark takes time to go deeper and talk about the week's message!  If you have questions you'd like him to answer or hear more about please send those in by texting us at the link in the show notes!You can also view video of this podcast and our Sunday sermons by visiting our YouTube channel!https://www.youtube.com/@lifehousemot A fast-growing church can feel like a miracle right up until someone gets overlooked. That's where Acts 6 starts and it's where our Monday Reflections conversation gets painfully practical. With Nate away, Jarvis Brennan joins Pastor Mark to unpack the real complaint that Hellenistic widows are being neglected and why the apostles treat it as a serious, solvable problem instead of a distraction.We dig into what the early church does next: clarifying priorities, protecting prayer and the ministry of the Word, and commissioning seven trusted men to carry essential ministry. The result is more than better organization. Scripture says the Word of God keeps increasing, disciples multiply greatly, and even priests become obedient to the faith, a reminder that healthy church leadership and faithful service can open doors you thought were shut.From there, we focus on Stephen, an “ordinary” servant who becomes a towering example of Christian character. We talk about what it means to be full of the Holy Spirit, not as a one-time label but as an ongoing life of surrender, and how availability often matters more than ability. Stephen's calm “face of an angel,” his bold sermon, and his faithfulness unto death challenge how we measure success, especially in trials and suffering.If you've ever wondered how to serve faithfully without a platform, how to endure criticism with peace, or how to keep saying yes to God when it's costly, this conversation will steady you. Subscribe for more Monday Reflections, share this with a friend who needs courage, and leave a review telling us what “faithfulness” looks like in your life right now.New episodes every Mondaywww.lifehousemot.cominfo@lifehousede.comJoin us Sundays at 9 & 11 AMIntro music by Joey Blair

In today's message, Pastor Mark talks about the moment when Elisha's servant finally sees what is actually happening in the spiritual realm. He describes these glowing horses and chariots of fire. It was an army of heaven standing right there to show him that any earthly forces were nothing to be afraid of. When you feel like you are backed into a corner by people giving you a hard time or your enemies closing in, you have to realize your perspective is missing the bigger picture. The people coming against you are the ones in danger, because God has a heavenly host surrounding you that they can't even see. 

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In today's message, Pastor Mark emphasizes that when the Lord calls you to turn back to Him, He has already paved the way for that transition to happen. You're never left to struggle through the process of change solely on your own strength or ability. When you repent, look for the opportunities that are around you. God's ultimate desire is for your restoration, not your destruction, so He effectively builds the bridge before He ever asks you to cross it. Your part is to respond to the call, while He provides the path to make it possible. You don't have to clear or create the path for yourself; you just have to follow where it leads!

Series: Matthew for TodayPastor Mark SmithJuly 5, 2026

Celebrate Freedom

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On the weekend America celebrates its Declaration of Independence, Pastor Mark brings a different kind of declaration. Drawing from Job 22, Psalms 40, Psalms 145, and Isaiah 43, he challenges us to make a daily declaration of dependence upon God and to boldly declare his faithfulness to the people around us. One generation is supposed to declare God's mighty acts to the next, and your voice matters. What you decree and declare has the power to shift the atmosphere, build your faith, and bring God's promises to pass in your life.

Thanks for joining us this Sunday as we dive in to our Jonah series! We hope that you experience God and the Holy Spirit this morning!This week's message challenged us with a sobering question: What happens when God tells us to go... and we run the other way?The story of Jonah isn't just about a man swallowed by a great fish. It's a mirror that exposes the condition of our own hearts. While Jonah's assignment was to preach to the wicked city of Nineveh, the deeper issue wasn't his fear. It was his unwillingness to love the people God loved.'The message began by revisiting the series' central theme: the modern-day idol is self. Today's culture celebrates autonomy, the belief that we alone determine what is right for our lives. Scripture teaches the opposite. God is Creator, and His authority is not optional. While God deeply loves every person, He never celebrates sin. Following Jesus means surrendering our right to rule ourselves.That surrender becomes visible in how we treat other people.Jesus commanded us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. That is easy to read and difficult to live. Jonah reveals just how easily our hearts can value comfort over compassion. God cared deeply about the people of Nineveh. Jonah wanted nothing to do with them.The question isn't simply whether we love God. The question is whether our hearts reflect God's love for people we would rather avoid.When God told Jonah to go to Nineveh, Jonah intentionally headed in the opposite direction. God called him east. Jonah traveled west. This wasn't confusion. It was deliberate rebellion.Fear may have been real, but Pastor Mark reminded us that the God who gives the assignment also gives the ability to fulfill it. God never calls His people to something without providing the grace and strength to obey.Delayed obedience is still disobedience.Jonah eventually obeyed, but he created unnecessary pain because he refused God's direction the first time. The wisest response to God's voice is immediate obedience.The message also highlighted how intentional Jonah's rebellion really was. He didn't simply ignore God's command. He actively fled from God's presence. Yet Psalm 139 reminds us there is nowhere we can run where God is not already there.Sometimes we sin out of ignorance or immaturity. Jonah couldn't claim either. He knew God's voice. He knew God's will. He simply didn't want to obey it.The final lesson focused on deception.Jonah may have tried to justify his decision by looking at his circumstances. The ship was available. The opportunity was there. Everything may have appeared to be falling into place.But circumstances never override God's clear Word.One of the greatest dangers facing believers today is allowing feelings, opportunities, or life circumstances to reinterpret what God has already made clear in Scripture. When we stop reading God's Word, we become vulnerable to convincing ourselves that our desires must be God's will.If we don't know God's Word, we won't recognize His voice.If we don't recognize His voice, we will struggle to know His will.The story of Jonah ultimately reminds us that God isn't only interested in our actions. He's after our hearts. He wants us to love what He loves, care about those He cares about, and trust Him enough to obey even when His calling feels uncomfortable.Following Jesus often requires us to leave our comfort behind so His compassion can reach someone else.

Are you struggling to get out of debt and finding it hard to give? Today on Bold Steps Weekend, Pastor Mark completes this 3-part message that explains the 10-10-80 plan, how wisdom leads you to save for a constantly changing future, prompts you to give and drives you to get out of debt.Become a Bold Partner Today: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps-weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The depth of your relationship with the Lord is ultimately determined by your own willingness to seek Him. In today's message, Pastor Mark explores the promise of how if we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. The invitation to closeness with the Lord is always open, but the next move belongs to you. The ball is in your court, and God's waiting to see how much of your heart you are willing to invest in Him. Your closeness to the Savior is directly tied to the time you spend in the Word, in prayer, and in pursuit of His Spirit. Every step you take toward Him is met with a corresponding movement from the Lord.

Your current trials are the training ground for an eternal destiny that goes far beyond this life. In today's message, Pastor Mark explains that God is molding and shaping you through these trials to serve as a king and a priest in the Millennial Kingdom. He's preparing your character for a position of divine authority. The challenges you face today are the very tools God uses to forge the strength you'll need in the age to come. This theme of battle is central to the Book of Zechariah. You aren't just enduring hardship; you are being trained for a throne. Victory over any trial is always one step closer to filling that role.

What does it look like to live a life that points people to Jesus instead of ourselves? In this episode of the Sharing Grace Podcast, Jay Austin sits down with Pastor Mark Ragsdale and Communications Director, Cam Brown to explore the remarkable life of Stephen in Acts 6 and 7. Together, they discuss serving with humility, standing boldly in the face of opposition, guarding the church from gossip, and remaining faithful to Christ no matter the cost. Pastor Mark also shares his heart for Church at Viera as the church prepares for its next season of leadership. This conversation is a powerful reminder that our lives are never about us, but about Jesus working in and through us.

Imagine a football game where everyone was playing by their own rules. It would be complete chaos. The referees would be pulling their hair out. One player could just pick up a missed pass off the ground and start running, but then the defense could just as well throw a leg out in front of him and trip him. In today's message, Pastor Mark wants you to understand that there is only ONE truth, and that's GOD'S TRUTH. You can't just make up the rules of life. You don't have your truth, and I have mine. That's not how it works. God is the creator of everything, and His Word declares what is right and what's wrong.

Send Us Your Questions/CommentsEach week Pastor Mark takes time to go deeper and talk about the week's message!  If you have questions you'd like him to answer or hear more about please send those in by texting us at the link in the show notes!You can also view video of this podcast and our Sunday sermons by visiting our YouTube channel!https://www.youtube.com/@lifehousemot Casual faith falls apart the moment it costs you something, so we're asking a harder question: what does a healthy fear of the Lord actually look like? As we keep walking through Acts 4:32 to 5:11, we talk about why the early church was marked not only by great commitment, great power, and great grace, but also by great fear and why that's a gift, not a problem to solve. We want the kind of reverence that deepens joy, strengthens worship, and makes room for real transformation. We also tackle the tension many of us feel. God invites intimacy: bold prayer, honest questions, and daily fellowship. Yet reverence matters because God is holy, sees the posture of our hearts, and hates sin. That reality should shape how we gather on Sunday and how we live on Monday, from focus in worship to integrity in private choices. We discuss why fearing people's opinions can quietly replace fearing God, and how that shift drains courage, obedience, and spiritual vitality. Acts 5 brings a sobering case study through Ananias and Sapphira. Their story is not about God demanding a certain dollar amount; it's about performative spirituality, self-promotion, and trying to look devoted without being surrendered. We connect that warning to other biblical themes like Isaiah's call for sincere repentance and Jesus' critique of religion done for attention. Then we move into generosity, stewardship, and tithing as practical training for open-handed living, along with wise discernment for meeting real needs in the church community. If you want a clearer, stronger, more grounded Christian life, this conversation will press on your motives while also giving you hope. Listen, share it with a friend who's hungry for deeper worship and real discipleship, and then subscribe and leave a review so more people can find it. What's one area where you need to recover reverence this week?New episodes every Mondaywww.lifehousemot.cominfo@lifehousede.comJoin us Sundays at 9 & 11 AMIntro music by Joey Blair

Pastor Mark WalkerGenesis 21:8-21For more information please visit:https://nampacollegechurch.com

In a music production studio, it's important to “Tune the room.” This includes things like acoustical sound treatment and speaker calibration. Without a tuned room, the music mix might sound great in the studio, but when heard in another location, it could sound completely different, and honestly, pretty awful. In today's message, Pastor Mark encourages you to make sure that your heart is in tune with God. Have you looked to His Word? Have you confessed your sin? Have you asked Him to fill you with His Holy Spirit? If you want to live an effective Christian life, then the first thing you need to do is calibrate your heart.

The Word That Heals

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