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When we are not plugged into God, the purpose of our life is distracting. Whether we are driven by money, fame, friends or something else, when we strive to attain these things we lose sight of the true purpose we have been called to: Being set apart for God’s Purpose. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Do we still suffer persecution in our modern times? Does your faith waiver when persecution comes? This week, special guest, Chris Barras, shares an encouraging and challenging message for when persecution tests our faith.

Do you have a nickname? Maybe it is a shorten version of your given name. Maybe you got the nickname from something you did or were good at. Let us know how you got your nickname in the comments below! Our name represents who we are. Let’s dive in together and explore some names that are changed by God in the Bible and see what it means to us. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

It is so easy to get caught up in all the wrong. Worry comes almost second nature. We are concerned about everything from our health to the state of society and everything in between. Yet, God wants us to rely on Him for everything. Not just the little things, but the “test me in this” big things. Today, let’s grab out Bibles, open to Psalm 37, find encouragement, and “trust the LORD and do good.” Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Reading through the history of Israel in the Old Testament, we see a pattern. They would follow God and His commands and experience blessing. Then they would turn away from God and the blessings would cease. How are you living your life? Are you looking for ways daily to listen to and follow the Good Shepherd or are you going along on your own? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

“Whatever you do, do it from the heart, as something done for the Lord and not for people,” - Colossians3:23 (CSB) Check out this devotional for practical advice on how to live this out. Are there topics or scriptures you would like to learn more about? Let us know! Email us at info@newlife.church. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Rushing into battle without preparing can have catastrophic results. But the preparation takes patience. The same is true in our spiritual lives. Let us have the patience to allow God to prepare us to take our next steps boldly. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Have you ever gotten caught up in comparing yourself to others or their gifts and talents? Having trouble recognizing God's plan for you? This week Grant Skeldon shares Biblical times where this happened, and gives practical ways to avoid the grief of comparisons.

Surrendering your life is hard, but it is only through the resurrection that we can truly experience God. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

When we serve in the church we are the temple of God. Don’t think of it as giving back to the church when serving, but think of it as building the church. You are the church. Missed part 1? Catch it here: https://youtu.be/XTMCS6Z0J88 Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

It's hard to forgive sometimes. When something happens that hurts us, we have a choice to make: we can forgive or we can carry that hurt and bitterness with us through life. Check out this video and hear how Tom use Genesis 50:30 to come to a place of forgiveness in his life. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

"Don’t you yourselves know that you are God’s temple and that the Spirit of God lives in you?" - I Corinthians 3:16 When we think of a temple, we think of a hoy place, a place set apart. Often a temple is treated better than a regular building. How does your perspective of your body change when you read that it is the temple of God? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

"I proclaimed a fast by the Ahava River, so that we might humble ourselves before our God and ask him for a safe journey for us, our dependents, and all our possessions. I did this because I was ashamed to ask the king for infantry and cavalry to protect us from enemies during the journey, since we had told him, “The hand of our God is gracious to all who seek him, but his fierce anger is against all who abandon him.” So we fasted and pleaded with our God about this, and he was receptive to our prayer." -- Ezra 8:21-23 What did you hear God saying to you through this passage? What is the “big thing” that you have in your life that you need to rely completely on God to take care of? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better

Are you feeling lonely? We weren't created as people to be alone. Sean Cronin shares a practical and insightful message from Genesis 2 on how God met Adam's needs when it comes to loneliness. Pre-sermon video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COm02BfsO9k

Why is it important for parents to share our faith to children and the next generation? Find out in this devotional. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

"Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." -- Col. 3:12 What we wear can affect both the way we feel and how people look at us. The same goes for our spiritual lives. Are you taking the time to put on the things that we see here in Colossians? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

“Restore to me the joy of your salvation Sustain me with a willing spirit." Psalm 51:12 When you have good news, you want to share it with everyone around you. It doesn’t even have to be someone you know, that joy just bubbles up and out to everyone around us. Our salvation should be like that as well. Are you excited about the gift that God gave you through Jesus? Who are you telling about this precious gift you have received? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this video in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Does your life have purpose or direction? Or are you following along to the ever-changing waves of the world? This week our guest, Phil Ling, shares a practical message of purpose and integrity from Colossians 3.

When we are in a season of waiting on the Lord, we are not in a season of passive obedience. Instead let us actively wait for God. Let’s explore waiting on the LORD together though this devotion. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

We will have an influence on the people around us. What does it look like if you intentionally prayed for 5 people that you know that don’t know Christ? How will you make an eternal difference in their lives? Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!