New Life Church - Springfield

In Genesis 27, Isaac was deceived not by what he saw—but by what he felt and smelled. The voice didn’t match the scent. And that subtle mismatch changed everything.
In this eye-opening message, Pastor Joe Parker explores how spiritual deception often comes wrapped in the familiar. Through the story of Jacob and Esau—and the lingering scent of manipulation—we’re reminded that discernment doesn’t come through our senses alone. It comes from knowing the source.
Whether it’s the sweet fragrance of worship or the unsettling sense that “something’s off,” we’re called to test what we hear, feel, and follow. Because in a world full of spiritual noise, deception rarely shows up waving a flag. It usually just… smells off.

What if the anointing wasn’t just a spiritual buzzword... but a force that reshapes how you live, lead, and love? In this message, Pastor Joe Parker explores the quiet power behind true anointing—how it’s activated through submission, rooted in connection, and made for real-world impact.
This isn’t about hype. It’s about heaven’s purpose pressing into your everyday life. If you’ve been hungry for something real—something that breaks yokes and awakens your calling—this word is for you.

What happens when your plans don’t align with heaven’s? In this Spirit-led moment, Pastor Joe Parker sets aside a prepared message to follow the tug of the Holy Spirit—and what unfolds is a powerful call to the generations.
This isn’t about polished sermons. It’s about presence. It’s about fathers being charged, young people being stirred, and the kind of clarity that only comes when God speaks midstream. If you’ve ever needed permission to slow down and just listen… this one’s for you.

What if the kind of faith Jesus is calling you to doesn’t look like anyone else’s?
In this powerful message, Pastor Andrew Goodwin invites us to reimagine faith — not as something safe or polished, but as something bold enough to step out of the boat.
Using the familiar story of Peter walking on water, this isn’t just another reminder to “have faith.” It’s a challenge to believe, act, and look to Christ differently — even when the waves are high, and the crowd stays seated.
This episode will make you ask yourself:
What’s keeping me in the boat?
What if Jesus is inviting me into deeper waters?
If you’ve ever felt the tension between doubt and desire, or wondered what a real, raw faith looks like in 2025 — this one’s for you.

What if the place you thought was your breaking point... was actually where grace begins?
In this week’s message, Pastor Joe invites us to rethink the boundaries we put around ourselves, our healing, and even God. Maybe grace isn’t just what covers us when we fail — maybe it’s what carries us when we can’t move forward on our own.
If you’ve ever wondered how long your pain will last, or whether God still sees you in it, this message is for you.

In today’s message, Pastor Joe unpacks what it really means to live a life of worship—not just in music or moments, but in mindset, sacrifice, and surrender. He reminds us that true worship isn’t about performance or preference—it’s about presence.
Drawing from Luke 5-30-19 & 2 Kings 5:1-14 and other foundational scriptures, we’re invited to reconsider what “our kind” of worship looks like when it’s shaped more by heaven than by habit. Whether you’re raising your hands, raising your kids, or raising your voice in the hard places—worship is a response, not a style.
Take a moment, lean in, and ask yourself: What kind of worship is God calling me into today?

Sowing may seem like a small effort, but it’s never in vain. Trust in the Holy Spirit to prepare the ground, and continue sowing in faith. God can take what you sow and multiply it in ways you can’t imagine, bringing an abundant harvest that far exceeds the seed. Keep sowing, for the harvest is promised!

This week’s sermon reflects on Elizabeth’s prophetic blessing to Mary and the power of unwavering faith in God’s promises. Through the stories of Mary and Elizabeth, Pastor Joe explores the profound truth that “blessed are those who believe.” Join us as we uncover the heart of the Christmas story and its call to trust in God’s perfect plan for our lives.