Best NLC Podcasts (2025)

In this message, we step back into the waiting, longing, and hope surrounding the birth of Jesus. For generations, God’s people lived in silence, holding onto promises of a coming King while wondering if God had grown distant. When the prophecy declared, “Your King is coming,” it was not just good news. It was a reminder that God had not forgotten …

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Lives Marked by Remembrance 1:16:10

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By Mateo Mendoza

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Light Shines 53:37

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By Daniel Grothe

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Jesus is Hope | Advent 2025 1:16:58

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By Michelle Anthony

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Prepare Him Room | Advent 2025 1:15:49

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By Jon Egan

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Episode 27: How Half-Truths Slowly Pull Us Away From God 27:48

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What if the enemy’s most effective weapon isn’t lies — but truth, slightly twisted? In this episode, we unpack why half-truths are more dangerous than outright lies and how they lead us to question God, ourselves, and what we believe.We talk about Genesis 3, social media theology, AI, condemnation disguised as conviction, and how shortcuts promise …

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Live Generously 38:27

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In this message, we talk honestly about generosity and why it matters for the life of the church and the life of every believer. This is not a message about pressure or guilt, but about building a healthy, biblical culture of giving that flows from the heart. If you are a guest, this message is not aimed at you, but it may still be for you. If New …

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Misinformed | Genesis 3 | Kevin Atkinson 35:49

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Pastor Kevin Atkinson joins us this morning preaching on what the Bible says about misinformation. Misinformation has always shaped human behavior, just look at Genesis 3 with Adam and Eve! Modern culture is flooded with information that can confuse and distort truth, and in the beginning, sin introduced a deceptive landscape where God’s instructio…

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El'Aw - The God Who Rescues & The God Who Saves | Mark Pagley 44:21

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Pastor Mark Pagley continues our series on the names of God, diving into the name “El’Aw” The God Who Rescues & The God Who Saves! The life of Daniel shows us this name. Significance is not determined by age, talents, or wealth, but by one's character and commitment to God. Through the narrative of Daniel in the lions' den, the sermon illustrates h…

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Isaiah 11 | Advent 2025 1:22:42

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By Daniel Grothe

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Episode 26: Facing Giants With the God Who Fights for Us 33:12

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This week we talk about Jehovah Tsaba — “The Lord our Warrior.” We unpack what it means that God isn’t just our shepherd or provider, but also our defender who goes before us in battle. From David facing Goliath to how we face our own giants today, we dive into how God’s strength and faithfulness never fail. We also talk about what keeps people fro…

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God Still With Us (Pastor Travis Eades) 28:33

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This weekend we welcomed pastor Travis Eades from Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, for a message built around one simple truth. God is still with us in our fear. The first human response to the birth of Jesus was fear, but God answered that fear with His presence. Throughout Scripture, every “do not fear” comes with a promise that God is nea…

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Jehovah Tsaba - The Lord Our Warrior | Mason Andrews 31:12

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This Sunday, Pastor Mason uses the story of David and Goliath to reveal God as Jehovah Tsaba — The Lord Our Warrior, the One who fights on our behalf. Just like Israel faced a literal giant, we face spiritual and emotional giants that taunt us day after day: fear, grief, addiction, insecurity, comparison, and more. But the story teaches us that (1)…

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Jesus Is Hope | Advent 2025 1:16:58

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By Dr. Michelle Anthony

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The Power of Thankfulness 37:18

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This week’s message looks at what it really means to live with a thankful heart. Using the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17, we talk about why gratitude matters, how it shapes our relationships, and how choosing thankfulness can change the way we walk through everyday life. As we head into Thanksgiving, this is a simple reminder to slow down, not…

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[2025 NLC] Showcase Panel 4: Science in the Courts After COVID and Skrmetti 1:10:46

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From litigation challenging COVID regulations to the recent legal challenges to state laws regulating transgender surgery and medications to recent actions to reassess the EPA's "Endangerment Finding," important questions have emerged about how courts should evaluate scientific claims. What are the challenges “with appealing and deferring to the au…

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[2025 NLC] Showcase Panel 3: AI for the Law, and Law for AI 1:13:18

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The advent and rise of AI over the past several years poses radical questions for lawyers and the law. How will AI change the practice of law, including the work of law firms and inside judges’ chambers (“AI for the Law”)? And how should courts respond to the myriad legal issues implicating AI – copyright and beyond (“The Law of AI”)? Do the last f…

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[2025 NLC] Showcase Panel 2: Immigration and Originalism 1:10:57

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What do the tools of originalism teach us about significant immigration legal issues? For example, what was the President’s authority to remove aliens at the time of the Founding? How much of immigration is left to the President versus Congress? What can originalism tell us about immigration and due process? Experts discuss cutting edge issues in i…

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[2025 NLC] Showcase Panel 1: Landmark SCOTUS Decisions of the 2020s 1:28:53

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This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Roberts Court. Many of the Court's most high-profile rulings have occurred this decade—and the decade is only half over. The advocates who argued and won five of the most high-profile rulings of the Roberts Court discuss trends of the Roberts Court; the path to victory in their respective cases; and what …

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Jehovah Shalom - The God of Peace | Caleb Pagley 43:41

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Pastor Caleb Pagley joins us this morning to break down the name Jehovah Shalom, The God of Peace. Peace is more than just a feeling or absence of conflict, but as a divine presence embodied by God Himself. Peace can be broken down into three key theological perspectives: God the Father as the Lord of Peace, Jesus Christ as the Prince of Peace, and…

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Five Words for the World | Ephesians 1:20:08

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By Andrew Arndt

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Welcome to City Summit 2025 in Salt Lake City with Mayor Erin Mendenhall 35:26

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In a special episode recorded from City Hall in Salt Lake City, Clarence speaks with Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall in the days leading up to City Summit 2025. Hear from Mayor Mendenhall on how the city first received a global view during the 2002 Olympics and has only continued to strengthen in the following years. From enhanced transit to a…

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Eternity 34:16

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What comes to your mind when you hear the word eternity? For many of us, it was shaped by childhood moments filled with fear, confusion, and even a little panic. In this message, Pastor Kevin revisits one of his earliest church memories and shows how the hope of heaven slowly drifted in church history from something joyful to something frightening.…

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Observations About Marriage | Ephesians 1:16:14

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Pastor Daniel and Lisa Grothe unpacked Ephesians 5 in a fresh way - reminding us that "headship" isn't hierarchy. It's Jesus-style leadership. The kind that serves first, sacrifices first and lifts others first. In a world consumed with power, Jesus calls us to something different: humility, honor and mutual lifting. Our marriage, friendships, fami…

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Who is God - Christ is Lord | Nick Bertin 39:06

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Pastor Nick Bertin shares the concept of Jesus not just being a Savior, but also Lord of one's life. He challenges us today to move beyond a surface-level faith that merely acknowledges salvation, and instead embrace a relationship where Christ has complete authority. Obedience in our life always requires sacrifice. It may be difficult, and it will…

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Back to the Basics (with Adryan Piker) 30:23

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Church isn’t just something we attend—it’s something we belong to. In this message, we look at what it means to be truly connected to the local church through giving, serving, and building real relationships. When we choose to get involved, our faith grows stronger, our community gets better, and God works through us in powerful ways. -------------…

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Armor of God | Ephesians 1:17:54

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Are you fighting the wrong enemy? Today's message reveals the truth about spiritual warfare from Ephesians 6, showing how we often fight the wrong battles against people instead of the demonic forces working to destroy our faith and relationships. Pastor Daniel urges us to put on the full armor of God each morning - the belt of truth, breastplate o…

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The Lord is my Shepherd | John 10 | Mason Andrews 32:26

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Pastor Mason's message centers on God as Jehovah Rohi, “The Lord is my Shepherd,” revealing His deep care, guidance, and protection for His people. Like sheep, we are prone to wander, fear, and attempt to lead ourselves, yet only the Good Shepherd knows what’s best for us. Jesus, our Good Shepherd, not only protects and provides for us—He corrects …

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Living as Light Kids | Ephesians 1:14:48

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In today's message, discover what it means to live as "children of light" as we continue our study in Ephesians. Pastor Andrew reveals three key traits of those who are filled with the light of God as reflected in Ephesians 5:8 - goodness, righteousness, and truth. Learn practical steps for living with integrity, showing genuine concern for others,…

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Misinformed 35:16

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Misinformation is powerful. It spreads fast, twists truth, and can change how we see God, others, and even ourselves. From the Garden of Eden to our modern world of endless information, the enemy still uses deception to distort what God says and how we live. In this message, we look at how the serpent’s subtle question—“Did God really say?”—set hum…

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God Our Father | Romans 8 | Brandon Cotten 35:44

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Pastor Brandon Cotten joins us this morning as we open a new series on the names of God. Our relationship with God is a familial connection rather than a transactional business arrangement. Through Christ, Christians are adopted as children of God, with full inheritance rights, unconditional love, and direct access to their Heavenly Father. Pastor …

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Bonus Episode: Navigating the Federal Government Shutdown 35:02

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As a bonus episode, we are sharing a timely conversation for local leaders about the month-long federal government shutdown. NLC's Mike Wallace, Legislative Director for Community and Economic Development, joined Todd Glover and Erica Wright from the Municipal Association of South Carolina on their podcast, SCDC. Together, they discuss how we got t…

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Busy Signals 34:26

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In a world that celebrates busyness, it’s easy to believe our value comes from what we do. But in Luke 10, Jesus reminds Martha that Mary “has chosen what is better.” This message looks at how we often get trapped by distraction, pride, and people-pleasing—mistaking activity for identity—and how to refocus on what truly matters: being present with …

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Just One More Soul | Luke 15 | Mark Pagley 49:49

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Pastor Mark Pagley finished out the vision series today with this sermon “Just One More Soul.” We see through Luke 15, three parables given by Jesus. The parable of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. All of these stories have three things in common: something in the right place, something in the wrong place(lost), and a person rep…

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Baptism Sunday 11am 1:21:34

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By Daniel Grothe

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Baptism Sunday 9am 1:08:17

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By Daniel Grothe

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Episode 25: When God’s Blessings Become Excuses 30:54

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This week we talk about Pastor Seth’s message “It’s Go Time” and how easy it is to let blessings become excuses that keep us from full obedience to God. Between hilarious Sunday moments and some real talk about obedience, we share stories of worship, family, and learning to go deeper in friendships and faith.We remind ourselves that every good gift…

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An Invitation to Go (It's Go Time: Week 3) 32:31

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This week we wrap up our Annual Vision Series with a powerful message about our external mission—our invitation to go. Through the story in Numbers 21, we’re reminded that following God’s call isn’t easy. People are fickle, life gets hard, and living out your faith will require grit. But just like the bronze snake lifted up in the wilderness, there…

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Redeeming the Time | Ephesians 1:20:00

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By Jon Egan

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Invitation to Change | Seth Tomboli 44:16

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Pastor Seth explores the challenging concept of true discipleship. While Jesus extends a wide invitation to all people, He also presents a narrow expectation of complete surrender. Centered on Luke 14 and John 5, following Christ requires more than passive participation—it demands active transformation. God invites everyone to His table, but discip…

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An Invitation to Change (It's Go Time: Week 2) 36:57

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In this message, we look at one of Jesus’ parables from Matthew 22 — the story of a king throwing a wedding banquet for his son. What begins as a familiar invitation quickly becomes a powerful picture of transformation. Jesus shows us that everyone is invited, but not everyone chooses to change. This isn’t about what you wear to church — it’s about…

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Vision 2025 | Luke 14 | Seth Tomboli 44:40

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It’s Go Time! This is a critical moment for the church to act, not coast. God has called us to Go, go out and reach those who aren’t in “the house” yet. Drawing from Luke 14's parable of the great banquet, this passage challenges believers to overcome excuses, embrace God's call, and actively participate in spreading the Gospel. It is evident there…

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Putting on the New Self | Ephesians 1:17:46

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By Daniel Grothe

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Leading Communities Through Unprecedented Change with Angela Williams 42:59

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Angela Williams joins CitiesSpeak to discuss leadership in a fast-changing world that can feel out of control, finding common ground, and staying grounded to your values and what is important. She is the CEO of United Way Worldwide, a role in which she seems to be everywhere, all at once. Angela Williams is continuing the United Way tradition of ac…

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Invitation to the Table (It's Go Time: Week 1) 28:13

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This weekend, Pastor Kevin launches our Annual Vision Series with a powerful reminder that the church is a table. Just like in Luke 14, God is inviting every person to take their seat and be part of what He’s building. This message challenges us to move from the crowd to the core by serving, giving, and growing together as one church family. There’…

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Episode 24: The Spiritual Check Engine Light You Can’t Ignore 33:35

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Our words matter. Proverbs 18:21 tells us that death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. What we say reflects what’s going on in our hearts, and our words can either build up or tear down.In this episode, we explore how words spoken decades ago still impact us today, why even “joking” can cause harm, a…

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How to Grow Up | Rick Bezet 34:42

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This week, our founding pastor Rick Bezet came and shared on how to grow up spiritually. The book of James talks a lot about how we can mature in our faith in so many ways. Some key aspects for those who are mature in their faith is that they: Choose joy, stay in God’s pace and place, practice gratitude daily, and always are building the kingdom wi…

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Everyone Has A Superpower! 1:23:04

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By Daniel Grothe

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Episode 23: Who Are You in the Prodigal Story? 33:40

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The parable of the prodigal son is one of Jesus’ most famous stories—but it’s not just about the prodigal. In Luke 15, we also see the other family members in the prodigal’s story, what we can learn from them, and also lessons about the lost sheep and the lost coin. Who are we most like—the prodigal, the older brother, the father, or even the relig…