Welcome to the New Life Church Podcast, where we bring the heart of our Wayland, MI community to you. Join us as we explore faith, share personal stories, and grow together in Christ. Whether you're a long-time member or new to our family, our messages are designed to inspire, challenge, and encourage you in your walk with God. Tune in and be a part of our journey as we seek to live out the love and teachings of Jesus in our everyday lives.
Who or what defines your sense of purpose—your achievements, your role, or the identity Jesus gives you? In this message, you’ll discover that true purpose begins not with what you do, but with who Jesus says you are. Using Peter’s story, the sermon explores how Christ secures our identity and calls us to meaningful action rooted in grace, not performance. You’ll be challenged to move from burnout and self-doubt to Spirit-empowered living, to embrace your new name and authority in Christ, and to respond with bold faith—perhaps even through baptism—trusting that Jesus has already paid the cost for your new life.
Passages in this message:
John 1:41-42
Matthew 16:13-25
Acts 2:38
2 Corinthians 5:17
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12 Oct 2026
FIND FREEDOM | BRAD VANDERSON
When you face repeated struggles or failures, do you believe Jesus wants to meet you there and lead you into real freedom? This sermon explores how Jesus lovingly restores us when we experience relational ruptures caused by sin, using Peter’s denial and restoration as a powerful example. You’ll discover that true freedom comes not from avoiding mistakes, but from allowing Jesus—and authentic Christian community—to walk with you through confession, repentance, and repair. Expect to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to take practical steps toward deeper healing and connection with God and others.
Passages in this message:
John 21
John 18:15-18
Matthew 26:31-35
Zechariah 13:7
Isaiah 61:1-2
Luke 4:18-21
Luke 22:31-32
James 5:16
John 4:16-18
John 8:3-11
Luke 19:1-10
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160 Pine Street Wayland, MI 49348
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5 Oct 2026
KNOW GOD | BRAD VANDERSON
Have you ever felt frustrated by how slowly your faith seems to grow, wondering if you're stuck or even moving at all? Through the story of Peter—a flawed, impulsive, deeply loved disciple—you'll discover that spiritual growth is a slow, lifelong journey rather than a single moment of arrival. You can expect to learn the five-stage pathway of discipleship Jesus modeled with Peter, and walk away encouraged that knowing God intimately starts right where you are, not where you think you should be. You'll also be invited to take a personal next step through a self-reflection tool designed to help you identify where you're growing and where you still have room to mature.
Passages in this message:
Matthew 4:18-20
2 Peter 1:1-4
1 John 1:9
2 Peter 1:5-9
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New Life Wayland
160 Pine Street Wayland, MI 49348
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