New Hills Church Podcast

All of our lives are headed toward a clear finish line. How can we make sure we finish the race of life in victory?

Life is hard. There are so many challenges that come our way and it can be easy to have moments where you want to throw in the towel. How do we make sure we don't give up and live the life we were made to live?

So many things can happen in life that make us feel like we have "missed it." We think we messed up too much or made too many mistakes but God makes it clear that even if we fall, we can still finish.

We understand that if we want to get in physical shape, we have to eat right and exercise. But what does it take to get spiritually fit? What can you do to develop your spiritual muscles?

Life can become very mundane and repetitive and it is easy to lose our motivation. But once we see our lives the way God does, we can really step into the incredible race He has for us.

Why is it so easy to compare our lives to everyone else's? The Tenth Commandment—"You shall not covet"—reveals that the greatest battle often isn't what we do, but what we desire. In the final message of the Thou Shalt Live series, we explore how comparison, envy, and constantly wanting more quietly rob us of peace. Through the story of Achan, the teaching of the Apostle Paul, and the example of Jesus, we discover that true freedom isn't found in getting everything we want—it's found in learning contentment in Christ. If you've ever felt like you're behind, not enough, or always chasing the next thing, this message is for you.

We all know what it's like to bend the truth or fib or give a little white lie. It is a way to avoid confrontation or awkwardness or just make life easier. But what is really going on when we lie? And what can happen in our own lives when we decide to step fully into the truth?

Marriage, Sex & Adultery: Why God's Design Leads to Life 
God's command, "You shall not commit adultery," isn't about taking something away—it's about protecting something sacred. In this message from the Thou Shalt Live series, we explore God's design for marriage, sexual purity, and covenant relationships. Discover why faithfulness matters, how to guard your heart from temptation, and why no failure is beyond God's grace. Whether you're married, single, healing from betrayal, or simply seeking biblical wisdom, this message offers practical truth and lasting hope.

What if God’s command “You must not steal” is actually an invitation to live free? In this message from the Thou Shalt Live series, discover how Jesus restores identity, fills what’s empty, and invites us into a life of generosity.

What if everything you’ve been chasing—achievement, control, recognition—can’t give you the life you’re longing for? In this message from 2 Kings 5, we look at the story of Naaman and discover that true success isn’t found in status or strength, but in humble surrender to God. When we let go of control, God brings healing, freedom, and real life.