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

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

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

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• (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.

• (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

• (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

• (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 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

• (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