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What does it really mean to serve one another? In this message from the Called: to Serve series, we look at John 13 and the powerful moment when Jesus washes His disciples’ feet. This message challenges us to move beyond simply doing acts of service and instead become servants who love others with humility, availability, generosity, and community. Discover how serving one another shapes our identity as followers of Jesus and transforms everyday relationships. Chapters (00:00:02) - New Life Gillette Teaching(00:01:08) - Called to Serve(00:02:40) - Washing the disciples' feet(00:09:19) - Serving People With Love(00:14:01) - Call to Serve(00:14:58) - What is the Word of Servants?(00:16:24) - Servant of God(00:21:49) - Being Immediate, Intentional, and Interruptible(00:28:14) - Being a Servant of the Most High God

Why do so many needs go unnoticed? In this message, Pastor CJ Ward teaches from Luke 5 to show how seeing Jesus clearly changes the way we see the world. When faith moves beyond belief into action, God uses ordinary people to bring extraordinary change. This message challenges us to notice the needs around us, trust that God can work through us, and serve with courage—even when there’s no strategy. Luke 5:17–26 Pastor CJ Ward ⛪ New Life Gillette Chapters (00:00:02) - Call to Serve(00:01:48) - Luke 5: Healing the Sick(00:04:06) - I Had A Longboard To Get To College(00:09:20) - The Four Guys Who Dropped Their Friend Through a Roof to Jesus(00:15:39) - How to Lead a Lost Person to Jesus(00:21:11) - Can We Be Used to Change the World?(00:27:55) - Communion

Why do we serve God? In this message from our Called: to Serve series, Pastor Wes Smith teaches from the book of Job to confront a transactional view of faith — the idea that obedience earns blessing and service guarantees protection. Through God’s response to Job, we discover a powerful truth: God loves without strategy. He delights in creation that offers Him nothing in return. And when we truly see who God is, it changes why we serve. Serving is no longer about leverage or reward. It becomes a response to love that has already transformed us. Scripture: Job 1–2; Job 38–42 ⛪ New Life Gillette Pastor Wes Smith Chapters (00:00:02) - A Vote of Affirmation for the Next Lead Pastor at New Life(00:05:17) - The Life of Job(00:07:23) - The Life of Job(00:10:43) - Job Gets It Coming From God(00:12:53) - Job vs. Zophar(00:19:01) - God's Love for Job(00:20:50) - Favorite Bird Ever Made(00:22:43) - Job 3: The Behemoth(00:28:42) - Job's Epic Wedding(00:28:55) - Job the Book of Job(00:33:29) - The Love of the Local Church

What actually causes a person to change? In this message, Pastor CJ Ward explores the three forces that shape transformation — miracles, crisis, and inspiration — and reveals why inspiration rooted in a clear vision of Jesus is the most powerful catalyst for lasting change. Teaching from the book of Habakkuk and the life of Jesus, this message shows how encountering God leads to worship, service, and true transformation. If you’ve ever struggled to change habits, attitudes, or priorities, this message offers a hopeful and biblical pathway forward. Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1–2; Mark 10:45; Philippians 2 Pastor CJ Ward New Life Gillette Chapters (00:00:02) - Called to Serve(00:01:44) - Habakkuk(00:02:58) - What Causes People to Change?(00:05:48) - Causes of Change in the Life(00:10:41) - Crisis and Inspiration: How to Motivate Change(00:15:39) - Christians Are Called to Serve(00:19:12) - Temptation to Sit in Crisis(00:23:20) - Inspiration(00:29:13) - "This is Me"

What if the church was truly a place where anyone could come — and everyone could become? In Come and Become, Pastor CJ Ward teaches through Acts 9 and the story of Saul’s conversion to show how grace always comes before change. Saul didn’t clean himself up before meeting Jesus. He encountered Jesus first — and transformation followed. This message explores: Why no one comes to Jesus prepared How grace precedes transformation What it means to be a “come as you are” church How God sees who we are and who we can become Why the Church needs people before they change If Saul can come to Jesus, anyone can. And if anyone can come, anyone can become. Scripture: Acts 9:1–19 New Life Gillette Pastor CJ Ward Chapters (00:00:02) - A Year of Celebration at New Life Gillette Church(00:03:33) - Scraps From My Cousin's Shop(00:07:07) - Paul the Apostle vs Saul(00:13:21) - If Saul Can Come To Jesus, Then Anyone Can Come to Jesus(00:16:52) - Temptation to Let Them Come to Jesus As They Are(00:24:02) - What's Offensive About The Gospel?(00:30:07) - Fill Out Your Life Card(00:36:01) - Prayers for Today

At Christmas, the story of Jesus can feel familiar—but it was never meant to feel normal. In this message, “Did You Notice?”, we walk through Philippians 2:5–11 and rediscover how absurd, scandalous, and beautiful the story of Jesus really is. God did not use His power for His own advantage. Instead, He became human, took on the role of a servant, and obediently went to the cross. When we truly notice who Jesus is and what He has done, worship becomes the natural response. Seeing Jesus clearly doesn’t just inform us—it transforms us. Scripture: Philippians 2:5–11 Message Title: Did You Notice? Church: New Life Gillette If this message encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who needs to see Jesus more clearly this Christmas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Christmas Teaching(00:01:00) - Philippians 2: Love(00:04:34) - You Notice When Things Are Not Normal(00:05:18) - Does Christmas Have Become Normal?(00:07:52) - Philippians 2: The Perks of Being God(00:11:27) - The Power of Jesus(00:16:59) - Becoming Obedient to Death(00:22:25) - How the Grand Canyon Changed My Life(00:25:55) - My Worship Tells Me What I Notice About Jesus(00:31:03) - Have You Noticed Jesus?: A Common Prayer(00:32:07) - Wonders of the World

After Peter’s greatest failure, Jesus didn’t ask for an explanation. He asked a question. In Week 6 of our Follower series, Pastor CJ Ward teaches through John 21 and the powerful moment where Jesus restores Peter after his denial. Around a charcoal fire — the same setting where Peter once failed — Jesus invites Peter into grace, restoration, and renewed purpose. This message explores: Why we can’t earn our way into a relationship with God How guilt and pride distort our view of grace Why love is a response, not a requirement How Jesus restores us without minimizing our failure Why following Jesus starts with staying connected, not performing Scripture: John 21:1–19 If you’ve ever wondered whether your mistakes disqualify you from following Jesus, this message is for you. No matter how far you think you’ve gone, you are never too far gone for grace. The question that determines everything isn’t “Are you good enough?” It’s “Do you love Jesus?” #FollowerSeries #DoYouLoveJesus #Grace #Peter #Restoration #Faith #NewLifeGillette Chapters (00:00:00) - Jesus Meets Me Halfway(00:06:47) - God's Love For Real People(00:09:13) - Peter the Disbeliever(00:13:57) - The Memory of Jesus(00:18:58) - Jesus on Feeling Guilty About Doing Things(00:24:26) - How to Yoke Yourself to God(00:28:57) - Jesus died for the worst sin(00:31:12) - God's Love for You

What did Jesus mean when He said the gates of hell will not overcome His Church? In Week 5 of our Follower series, Pastor Mike unpacks Matthew 16 and Peter’s bold confession that Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus responds by declaring that His Church is not a defensive institution — it’s an advancing movement. Scripture: Matthew 16:13–20 In this message you’ll learn: Why the Church is built on the identity of Jesus What the “gates of hell” actually represent Why Christianity is an offensive movement, not a defensive one How believers push back darkness with truth and love What it means to live with kingdom authority Why mission always requires courage and sacrifice If you’ve ever felt like the world is getting darker, this message will ignite your confidence in the unstoppable mission of Jesus. #FollowerSeries #NewLifeGillette #GatesOfHell #OnMission #JesusBuildsHisChurch #Peter Chapters (00:00:00) - We're Going to Hell(00:05:07) - John Wesley and the Wesleyan Church(00:07:16) - Why Jesus Took His Disciples to Caesarea Philippi(00:14:28) - Jesus Says He'll Build His Church On A Rock(00:21:02) - Jesus Said to the Disciples, Give Up Your Way(00:25:07) - An Appeal for Ambassadors

What does it mean to actually Let Jesus Lead your life? In Week 4 of our series Follower: Learning from the Life of Peter, Pastor Mike walks us through all three Gospel accounts of Jesus walking on water. Last week, we focused on Peter stepping out of the boat. This week, we discover the deeper truth: the real miracle happens when Jesus gets in the boat. Scripture: Mark 6:45–52 • John 6:16–21 • Matthew 14:22–33 In this message you’ll learn: Why hearing from God looks different for everyone Why focusing on Jesus matters more than fixing yourself How faith shifts when you stop trusting yourself and start trusting Him Why surrender is the doorway to peace How Jesus brings clarity and calm in the middle of chaos What it means to let Jesus steer instead of riding with Him in the back seat If you’re navigating a storm, feeling uncertain, or struggling to hear God’s voice, this message is a powerful reminder that peace comes not from control — but from letting Jesus lead. #FollowerSeries #LetJesusLead #NewLifeGillette #Faith #JesusCalmsTheStorm #Discipleship #LifeOfPeter Chapters (00:00:00) - How to Hear from God(00:06:33) - The Story of Jesus Walking On Water(00:12:09) - Peter's Walking on Water(00:15:02) - What Happens When Jesus Gets in the Boat?(00:21:00) - God's Restoring the Storm(00:26:49) - Crucified at Communion(00:28:35) - Communion(00:30:11) - A message from the Lord

What if the greatest moments of your faith can only happen when you’re willing to step out of what’s safe and move toward Jesus? In Week 3 of our Follower series, Pastor Mike Wilson teaches through Matthew 14:22–33 — the moment Peter walks on water. This message shows us that following Jesus isn’t about staying comfortable; it’s about trusting Him enough to move when He calls. Scripture: Matthew 14:22–33 In this message, you’ll learn: Why Jesus sometimes sends us into storms How fear can distort our view of God Why faith begins with asking Jesus for a calling, not comfort What happens when you take your first step of obedience How Jesus responds when we start sinking Why storms don’t always stop immediately — and why that’s okay If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this message is a powerful reminder: Miracles happen when you Get Out Of The Boat. #FollowerSeries #GetOutOfTheBoat #NewLifeGillette #Peter #Faith #Jesus #Discipleship Chapters (00:00:00) - A Fishbowl for Peter(00:03:14) - What's Your Comfort Zone?(00:05:22) - Peter Walks On The Water(00:11:14) - Steps Out of the Boat(00:17:45) - When You Fall, Look to Jesus(00:18:32) - Where Do You Look for Help When You Fall Short?(00:19:26) - Steps Out of My Comfort Zone(00:27:55) - A Moment of Calling for the Church

Religion says you need to change before you follow. Jesus says, “Follow Me… and I will make you.” In Week 2 of our series Follower: Learning from the Life of Peter, Pastor Mike walks through Matthew 4 and Luke 5 to show the full story behind Jesus calling His first disciples. It wasn’t an impulsive, reckless decision — it was a step of trust based on what they had already seen and heard. Scripture: Matthew 4:18–22 • Luke 5:1–11 • Mark 1:14–17 Big Idea: You come as you are. Jesus does the changing. In this message you’ll learn: Why Jesus leads with invitation, not expectation How God forms us while we follow Him Why small steps of obedience often open the door to miracles How Peter moved from “Master” to “Lord” Why following Jesus always requires movement If you’ve ever felt unqualified, unprepared, or “not ready” to follow Jesus — this message is for you. #FollowerSeries #NewLifeGillette #FollowJesus #Discipleship #LifeOfPeter Chapters (00:00:00) - New Life Church Teaching(00:07:19) - Come as You Are and I Will Make You(00:10:36) - The Story of Jesus(00:15:01) - Matthew 5: Following Jesus(00:21:12) - Follow Me(00:27:13) - Peter's Step into the Kingdom

What happens when Jesus changes everything about you? In Week 1 of our series Follower – Learning from the Life of Peter, Pastor CJ Ward unpacks John 1:35–42, where Jesus meets Simon and gives him a new name — Peter. In one encounter, Jesus transforms his identity and sets the tone for what it means to follow Him. Scripture: John 1:35–42 | 2 Corinthians 5:17 | Ezekiel 46:9 | Romans 2:4 In this message, you’ll discover: Why every follower of Jesus experiences real change. How to surrender control and trust what God wants to transform. The difference between letting Jesus change “something” and letting Him change “everything.” Why open hands are the posture of a true follower. ️ You can’t encounter Jesus and leave the same. Watch now and ask the question: What if Jesus changes everything? #FollowerSeries #NewLifeGillette #CJWard #JesusChangesEverything #Discipleship #LifeOfPeter Chapters (00:00:00) - What Does It Really Mean to Follow Jesus?(00:03:41) - The Bible is Odd(00:06:04) - The Strange Life of Simon(00:10:15) - Jesus Changes Everything About All of Us(00:15:34) - Could You Tell Who Was A Skater Or A Pretender?(00:18:06) - Does God Need Everything Changed in Your Life?(00:24:51) - "I Want to Change Everything"(00:29:47) - Will I Let Jesus Change Anything About Me?

What if you could imagine who God is helping you become — without limits? In the final week of our Becoming series, Pastor CJ shares how God doesn’t just make us “a little better.” In Christ, the old is gone, and the new has come. This message challenges us to stop seeing ourselves and others through a worldly lens and to live as ambassadors of heaven — people who represent the love and transformation of Jesus in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Stop judging your future by your past. Believe you are a new creation. Take your seat at the table. Live like heaven is breaking into your everyday life. 2 Corinthians 5:16–21 “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here.” #Becoming #NewLifeGillette #CJWard #Transformation #AmbassadorsForChrist Chapters (00:00:00) - Second Corinthians: Becoming(00:03:05) - Questions for the President(00:03:49) - If There Were No Limits on Who You Could Become, What Type(00:05:23) - The Limits of Imagination(00:10:23) - What is a "Worldly Point of View?"(00:14:54) - The Old Testament: Imagine a Better Life(00:20:08) - Jesus Will Throw A Feast For The Poor(00:23:25) - Many of us would prefer to die than to go to heaven(00:28:01) - Paul on the Ministry of Reconciliation(00:32:55) - Jesus' Seat at the Table(00:33:16) - What Seat is God Calling You to?

We all struggle with divided loyalties—wanting to follow God, yet drawn toward what leads us away from Him. In this week of Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor Mike Wilson walks through the story of Samson to show how sin slowly destroys our strength and blinds us to God’s plan. But no matter how far we fall, God’s grace invites us back home. Scripture Highlights: James 1:6–8 – Divided loyalties lead to instability. Judges 13–16 – Samson’s divided heart and God’s redeeming grace. Lamentations 3:22–23 – His mercies are new every morning. Romans 8:13 – Put to death the deeds of the flesh. Luke 15:11–24 – The prodigal son’s return. In this message, you’ll learn: Why sin promises freedom but produces pain. How to build boundaries that protect your walk with God. Why strength comes from surrender, not striving. How God’s mercy restores what sin tries to destroy. Subscribe for more messages from New Life Gillette Church and continue Becoming who God created you to be. Chapters (00:00:00) - Foreign Church Teaching(00:00:27) - Divided Loyalties(00:05:11) - Samson(00:11:29) - Samson(00:16:16) - Samson(00:21:09) - The Prodigal Son(00:27:04) - Rock Bottom(00:28:59) - Samson the Prodigal(00:34:02) - Take a Step toward Love God

Everyone doubts. The question is — what will you do with it? In this week of Becoming – Living the Way of Jesus with the People of God, Pastor CJ Ward explores the reality of doubt and how to walk through it without shame. Whether your doubt is intellectual or deeply personal, this message will remind you that God is not afraid of your questions. Scripture References: 1 John 3:19–24 – God is greater than our hearts. Matthew 28:17 – They worshiped Him, but some doubted. Psalm 34:8 – Taste and see that the Lord is good. Romans 8:1 – No condemnation in Christ Jesus. 1 John 3:1 – We are called children of God. In this message, you’ll learn: Why doubt is normal and even necessary for genuine faith. The difference between intellectual and personal doubt. How condemnation—not questioning—is what holds us back. How the Holy Spirit works through community when our own faith feels weak. Subscribe for more messages from New Life Gillette Church and continue Becoming who God created you to be. Chapters (00:00:00) - New Life Gillette: Starting a Wednesday Service(00:02:02) - First John 3:1-3(00:03:31) - How To See an Elk(00:08:12) - What Doubt Is(00:12:20) - Both Intellectual Doubt and Personal Doubt(00:14:25) - All of John's Gifts for Going Through Doubt(00:19:25) - Satan's Lies for Those Who Are Doubtful(00:22:03) - First John 3: I'm greater than your condemnation(00:27:27) - How to Get Through Season of Doubt (1)(00:30:56) - A Season of Doubt