New Denver Church Message Podcast http://newdenver.org/messages A weekly podcast of the messages from New Denver Church. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:12:36 +0000 en hourly 1 New Denver Church is a non-denominational Christian church located in south-central Denver, Colorado. Our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. New Denver Church no info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) Copyright 2010 New Denver Church Weekly messages from New Denver Church church,denver,messages,sermons,colorado New Denver Church Message Podcast http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/rss.gifhttp://newdenver.org/messages Copyright 2010 New Denver Churchchurch,denver,messages,sermons,coloradoReligion & Spirituality/Christianityinfo@newdenver.orgNew Denver ChurchThe Humbling of Four Kings, Part 2 – Jehoshaphathttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/KCd3P764GZY/ http://newdenver.org/2012/01/29/the-humbling-of-four-kings-part-2-jehoshaphat/#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:00:59 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3552 Attacking armies. A king’s rousing speech. Battle preparations and singing soldiers. It all makes for the greatest Old Testament story that you’ve never heard.

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]]> http://newdenver.org/2012/01/29/the-humbling-of-four-kings-part-2-jehoshaphat/feed/ 0 Attacking armies. A king's rousing speech. Battle preparations and singing soldiers. It all makes for the greatest Old Testament story that you've never heard. - Click here to download questions for personal reflection or small group discussion. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/HFK420x200-300x142.jpg)Attacking armies. A king's rousing speech. Battle preparations and singing soldiers. It all makes for the greatest Old Testament story that you've never heard.Click here to download questions for personal reflection or small group discussion. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Humbling-of-Four-Kings-Part-2.pdf) Norton Herbst no 36:40 church,denver,messages,sermons,coloradohttp://newdenver.org/2012/01/29/the-humbling-of-four-kings-part-2-jehoshaphat/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/The-Humbling-of-Four-Kings-Part-2-Jehoshaphat.mp3 The Humbling of Four Kings, Part 1 – Rehoboamhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/RjQO9e9RuyM/ http://newdenver.org/2012/01/22/the-humbling-of-four-kings-part-1-rehoboam/#comments Sun, 22 Jan 2012 22:00:40 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3535 An ancient king of Israel . . . forced labor and higher taxes . . . a nation torn apart. It’s a story that’s interesting, but seems irrelevant to us. In reality, Rehoboam’s story couldn’t be more relevant to the biggest decisions we face in our lives.

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]]> http://newdenver.org/2012/01/22/the-humbling-of-four-kings-part-1-rehoboam/feed/ 0 Norton Herbst,The Humbling of Four Kings An ancient king of Israel . . . forced labor and higher taxes . . . a nation torn apart. It's a story that's interesting, but seems irrelevant to us. In reality, Rehoboam's story couldn't be more relevant to the biggest decisions we face in our lives. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/HFK420x200-300x142.jpg)An ancient king of Israel . . . forced labor and higher taxes . . . a nation torn apart. It's a story that's interesting, but seems irrelevant to us. In reality, Rehoboam's story couldn't be more relevant to the biggest decisions we face in our lives.Click here to download questions for personal reflection or small group discussion. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Humbling-of-Four-Kings-Part-1.pdf) Norton Herbst no 34:36 http://newdenver.org/2012/01/22/the-humbling-of-four-kings-part-1-rehoboam/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/The-Humbling-of-Four-Kings-Part-1-Rehoboam.mp3 Walking in Circles, Part 2 – Believehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/XfqPQ2JQWss/ http://newdenver.org/2012/01/15/walking-in-circles-part-2-believe/#comments Sun, 15 Jan 2012 22:00:11 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3523 As you go through life, does it ever feel like you’re moving forward but not making progress? Like you’re just walking in circles? You change jobs, change cities, start and end relationships, and as much as things change, they always seem to stay the same. In this two-part series we’ll take a look at some words of Jesus that may help us break the old cycle of walking in circles…by walking a new kind of circle.

In this final part of the series we continue our exploration of Jesus’ call in Mark 1:15 to “repent and believe” by looking at what it means to “believe” that the kingdom of God is at hand by acting on what God has shown us through the steps of repentance. The process of believing involves three steps:

Plan – Based on the steps you took in the repent half of the circle, what do you believe is the appropriate next step in response to how you feel God is leading you or teaching you? What do you need to do about it?

Accountability – Even our best plans are often thwarted by a failure of will. Sharing your plan with a trusted friend or group of friends who can provide you challenge and support to follow through with the plan is a necessary component of not just believing with your head but believing unto action.

Act – Step out and put your belief into action. As you act expect God to meet you there and be ready to begin another trip around the circle as action often leads to more kairos moments.

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]]> http://newdenver.org/2012/01/15/walking-in-circles-part-2-believe/feed/ 0 Stephen Redden,Walking in Circles As you go through life, does it ever feel like you’re moving forward but not making progress? Like you’re just walking in circles? You change jobs, change cities, start and end relationships, and as much as things change, (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Walking420x200-300x142.jpg)As you go through life, does it ever feel like you’re moving forward but not making progress? Like you’re just walking in circles? You change jobs, change cities, start and end relationships, and as much as things change, they always seem to stay the same. In this two-part series we’ll take a look at some words of Jesus that may help us break the old cycle of walking in circles…by walking a new kind of circle.(http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Walking-circlediagram-300x168.jpg)In this final part of the series we continue our exploration of Jesus’ call in Mark 1:15 to “repent and believe” by looking at what it means to “believe” that the kingdom of God is at hand by acting on what God has shown us through the steps of repentance. The process of believing involves three steps:Plan - Based on the steps you took in the repent half of the circle, what do you believe is the appropriate next step in response to how you feel God is leading you or teaching you? What do you need to do about it?Accountability - Even our best plans are often thwarted by a failure of will. Sharing your plan with a trusted friend or group of friends who can provide you challenge and support to follow through with the plan is a necessary component of not just believing with your head but believing unto action.Act - Step out and put your belief into action. As you act expect God to meet you there and be ready to begin another trip around the circle as action often leads to more kairos moments.Click here to download questions for personal reflection or small group discussion. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Walking-in-Circles-Part-2-Believe.pdf) Stephen Redden no 33:58 http://newdenver.org/2012/01/15/walking-in-circles-part-2-believe/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Walking-in-Circles-Part-2-Believe.mp3 Walking in Circles, Part 1 – Repenthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/jWyBvgVXHXA/ http://newdenver.org/2012/01/08/walking-in-circles-part-1-repent/#comments Sun, 08 Jan 2012 22:00:52 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3506 As you go through life, does it ever feel like you’re moving forward but not making progress? Like you’re just walking in circles? You change jobs, change cities, start and end relationships, and as much as things change, they always seem to stay the same. In this two-part series we’ll take a look at some words of Jesus that may help us break the old cycle of walking in circles…by walking a new kind of circle.

In this first part we explore Jesus’ call in Mark 1:15 to “repent and believe” by looking at what it means to “repent” or to change your mind about what we experience in life. The process of repenting involves three steps:

Observe - Pay attention to the events of your life and be attuned to possible “kairos” moments that God may be trying to guide or direct you. Here are some questions to help you discern kairos moments in your life:

  • What were the high points or the low points (of my day, my week, my month, etc)?
  • Where did you experience stress or peace?
  • Were there any relational conflicts or tension?
  • What do I want the most in life right now?
  • Is there something I’m thinking a lot about?

Reflect - Once you have identified the significant “kairos” moments it is important to reflect on those and to seek to understand what God may be trying to teach or tell you through those moments. Here are some questions that may help you:

  • Why did I react to that situation in that way?
  • What emotion was I feeling in that moment? What does that emotion tell me?
  • What is it God may be trying to teach or tell me by bringing this moment to mind?

Discuss – We all need the objectivity of others to help us discern how God may be leading us. Sharing the significant events of your life with others and talking about how you feel God is leading you may help to clarify what your next step should be.

 

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]]> http://newdenver.org/2012/01/08/walking-in-circles-part-1-repent/feed/ 0 Stephen Redden,Walking in Circles As you go through life, does it ever feel like you're moving forward but not making progress? Like you're just walking in circles? You change jobs, change cities, start and end relationships, and as much as things change, (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Walking420x200-300x142.jpg)As you go through life, does it ever feel like you're moving forward but not making progress? Like you're just walking in circles? You change jobs, change cities, start and end relationships, and as much as things change, they always seem to stay the same. In this two-part series we'll take a look at some words of Jesus that may help us break the old cycle of walking in circles...by walking a new kind of circle.(http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/WalkingTitleBG1Discuss-300x168.jpg)In this first part we explore Jesus' call in Mark 1:15 to "repent and believe" by looking at what it means to "repent" or to change your mind about what we experience in life. The process of repenting involves three steps:Observe - Pay attention to the events of your life and be attuned to possible "kairos" moments that God may be trying to guide or direct you. Here are some questions to help you discern kairos moments in your life:* What were the high points or the low points (of my day, my week, my month, etc)?* Where did you experience stress or peace? * Were there any relational conflicts or tension? * What do I want the most in life right now? * Is there something I’m thinking a lot about?Reflect - Once you have identified the significant "kairos" moments it is important to reflect on those and to seek to understand what God may be trying to teach or tell you through those moments. Here are some questions that may help you:* Why did I react to that situation in that way? * What emotion was I feeling in that moment? What does that emotion tell me? * What is it God may be trying to teach or tell me by bringing this moment to mind?Discuss - We all need the objectivity of others to help us discern how God may be leading us. Sharing the significant events of your life with others and talking about how you feel God is leading you may help to clarify what your next step should be. Click here to download questions for further reflection or small group study. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/WalkinginCircles-Part1.pdf) Stephen Redden no 35:18 http://newdenver.org/2012/01/08/walking-in-circles-part-1-repent/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Walking-in-Circles-Part-1-Repent.mp3 Why Do We Singhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/yZ-YAyF2mAg/ http://newdenver.org/2012/01/01/why-do-we-sing/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 22:00:06 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3485 When you stop and think about it, the way we sing songs together at church is a bit weird. We don’t do that anywhere else in culture. In this message, we pause to reflect on the simple question: why do we sing?

]]> http://newdenver.org/2012/01/01/why-do-we-sing/feed/ 0 Norton Herbst,Standalone When you stop and think about it, the way we sing songs together at church is a bit weird. We don’t do that anywhere else in culture. In this message, we pause to reflect on the simple question: why do we sing? When you stop and think about it, the way we sing songs together at church is a bit weird. We don’t do that anywhere else in culture. In this message, we pause to reflect on the simple question: why do we sing? Norton Herbst no 33:00 http://newdenver.org/2012/01/01/why-do-we-sing/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Why-Do-We-Sing.mp3 The Weary World Rejoices, Part 4 – Prince of Peacehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/D6X5RKpmm_k/ http://newdenver.org/2011/12/24/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-4-prince-of-peace/#comments Sat, 24 Dec 2011 22:00:38 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3488 For our special Christmas Eve service, we reflected on when Jesus came into this world, what promise he fulfilled, and why he’s called the Prince of Peace.

]]> http://newdenver.org/2011/12/24/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-4-prince-of-peace/feed/ 0 Advent,Christmas,Norton Herbst,The Weary World Rejoices For our special Christmas Eve service, we reflected on when Jesus came into this world, what promise he fulfilled, and why he's called the Prince of Peace. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/TWWR420x200-300x142.jpg)For our special Christmas Eve service, we reflected on when Jesus came into this world, what promise he fulfilled, and why he's called the Prince of Peace. Norton Herbst no 36:54 http://newdenver.org/2011/12/24/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-4-prince-of-peace/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/The-Weary-World-Rejoices-Part-4-Prince-of-Peace.mp3 The Weary World Rejoices, Part 3 – Everlasting Fatherhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/XxMILJM1t30/ http://newdenver.org/2011/12/18/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-3-everlasting-father/#comments Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:00:44 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3466 Weary is a word that often describes us. Whether it’s a demanding family situation, a tiring job, or an uphill battle against a bad habit—life can wear us down. But the prophet Isaiah brings good news! But what does Isaiah mean by his promise of an “everlasting father?”

]]> http://newdenver.org/2011/12/18/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-3-everlasting-father/feed/ 0 Advent,Jason Malec,The Weary World Rejoices Weary is a word that often describes us. Whether it’s a demanding family situation, a tiring job, or an uphill battle against a bad habit—life can wear us down. But the prophet Isaiah brings good news! But what does Isaiah mean by his promise of an "ev... (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/TWWR420x200-300x142.jpg)Weary is a word that often describes us. Whether it’s a demanding family situation, a tiring job, or an uphill battle against a bad habit—life can wear us down. But the prophet Isaiah brings good news! But what does Isaiah mean by his promise of an "everlasting father?" Jason Malec no 31:38 http://newdenver.org/2011/12/18/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-3-everlasting-father/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/The-Weary-World-Rejoices-Part-3-Everlasting-Father.mp3 The Weary World Rejoices, Part 2 – Mighty Godhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/651LtbYSNdo/ http://newdenver.org/2011/12/11/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-2-mighty-god/#comments Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:00:49 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3456 2700 years ago, Isaiah gave a message of hope to the tired and weary people of Israel. He told them that although things were dark, a new day was coming when things would get better. It all hinged on a child – born to be a king. So Israel watched and waited for this mighty king, but what they didn’t know is that before they needed a king, they first needed a savior.

]]> http://newdenver.org/2011/12/11/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-2-mighty-god/feed/ 0 Advent,Stephen Redden,The Weary World Rejoices 2700 years ago, Isaiah gave a message of hope to the tired and weary people of Israel. He told them that although things were dark, a new day was coming when things would get better. It all hinged on a child - born to be a king. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/TWWR420x200-300x142.jpg)2700 years ago, Isaiah gave a message of hope to the tired and weary people of Israel. He told them that although things were dark, a new day was coming when things would get better. It all hinged on a child - born to be a king. So Israel watched and waited for this mighty king, but what they didn't know is that before they needed a king, they first needed a savior. Stephen Redden no 40:18 http://newdenver.org/2011/12/11/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-2-mighty-god/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/The-Weary-World-Rejoices-Part-2-Mighty-God.mp3 The Weary World Rejoices, Part 1 – Wonderful Counselorhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/HK8SF8rXT90/ http://newdenver.org/2011/12/05/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-1-wonderful-counselor/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:00:02 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3450 God sent a wonderful counselor to a weary world. But what does that mean? Someone we can share our problems with? An advisor with a new plan for our lives? We could probably all use a counselor like that. But that’s not what God had in mind. Or what we truly needed.

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]]> http://newdenver.org/2011/12/05/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-1-wonderful-counselor/feed/ 0 Advent,Norton Herbst,The Weary World Rejoices God sent a wonderful counselor to a weary world. But what does that mean? Someone we can share our problems with? An advisor with a new plan for our lives? We could probably all use a counselor like that. But that's not what God had in mind. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/TWWR420x200-300x142.jpg)God sent a wonderful counselor to a weary world. But what does that mean? Someone we can share our problems with? An advisor with a new plan for our lives? We could probably all use a counselor like that. But that's not what God had in mind. Or what we truly needed.Click here to download questions for your small group or for personal reflection. (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/The-Weary-World-Rejoices-Part-1.pdf) Norton Herbst no 31:37 http://newdenver.org/2011/12/05/the-weary-world-rejoices-part-1-wonderful-counselor/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/The-Weary-World-Rejoices-Part-1-Wonderful-Counselor.mp3 Losing Your Religion, Part 3 – The God Boxhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ndcpodcast/~3/LWgDdAz7Ogk/ http://newdenver.org/2011/11/27/losing-your-religion-part-3-the-god-box/#comments Sun, 27 Nov 2011 22:00:40 +0000 info@newdenver.org (New Denver Church) http://newdenver.org/?p=3443 Does it ever bug you that religious people tend to wear their faith on their sleeves (sometimes literally!)? What’s that about? And why can’t they simply keep it to themselves? You know: Live and let live! This week, we’ll look at how religion tends to compartmentalize faith, and what the scriptures have to say about “taking God out of the box.” Join us this Sunday as we conclude the series, Losing Your Religion.

]]> http://newdenver.org/2011/11/27/losing-your-religion-part-3-the-god-box/feed/ 0 Jason Malec,Losing Your Religion Does it ever bug you that religious people tend to wear their faith on their sleeves (sometimes literally!)? What's that about? And why can't they simply keep it to themselves? You know: Live and let live! This week, (http://newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/LYR420x200-300x142.jpg)Does it ever bug you that religious people tend to wear their faith on their sleeves (sometimes literally!)? What's that about? And why can't they simply keep it to themselves? You know: Live and let live! This week, we'll look at how religion tends to compartmentalize faith, and what the scriptures have to say about "taking God out of the box." Join us this Sunday as we conclude the series, Losing Your Religion. Jason Malec no 29:36 http://newdenver.org/2011/11/27/losing-your-religion-part-3-the-god-box/http://media.blubrry.com/newdenverpodcast/newdenver.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Losing-Your-Religion-Part-3-The-God-Box.mp3 New Denver ChurchnonadultWeekly messages from New Denver Church