Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny

Latest Episodes:

Jesus #nofilter: Why You Need Jesus Feb 25, 2024

Show notes

Reading about who Jesus claimed to be and what he said in the Bible can be quite shocking and even offensive. In this first message from the new series about the unfiltered Jesus, Pastor Mike explores two really hard things about Jesus that have not only made people uncomfortable but have also caused some to walk away and the beautiful things that make people give up everything to follow Jesus.

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Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath

Check out our other podcasts! Search for these on your favorite podcast app.
– The Nonmicrowaved Truth with C.L. Whiteside
– Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson
– Bible Threads, with Dr. Bruce Becker
– Evening Encouragements With Pastor Jeremy
– Grace Talks Daily Devotionals

If you have questions and want to know more about God, like what does he think of you, what exactly was Jesus all about, how do you get “saved” and just what exactly does it mean to “get saved,” and what you should do next, we want you to download this free resource Pastor Mike wrote called, The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith.

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Behind the Series: Jesus #nofilter Feb 22, 2024

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If we actually read the words of Jesus in the book of John and take off the filter, we see just how offensive Jesus' words are.

That's the premise of Pastor Mike's new series, "Jesus #nofilter." Amber Albee Swenson joins Pastor Mike to give us a preview of what to expect. Somehow the two also end up sharing how Amber got chased on Thanksgiving, how life is still more like high school than we think, how long Amber has gone without sugar, why Pastor Mike finds Easter and Christmas to be the most challenging sermons all year, and Pastor Mike's great sacrifice for sharing the gospel.

"Jesus #nofilter" kicks off on Sunday, February 25.

Pastor Mike mentions his new book called "Jesus #nofilter: When Jesus’ Words Offend You." At a time when our culture wants to bend truth to fit its agenda, this book shows you how to find unfailing love, freedom from guilt, strength and hope for tough times, and so much more in the unfiltered, often offensive truth of God’s Word. Get your copy with your gift to the ministry at timeofgrace.org.

Amber also mentions Time of Grace's upcoming women's event: "Unbreakable: Finding Strength to Face the Storms." Learn more and register for this event at go.timeofgrace.org/unbreakable/

Whose Truth Do I Trust? The Church's Truth? Feb 18, 2024

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If our hearts can deceive us and the world can mislead us, certainly the church is a good source of truth. Well . . . maybe. Since the hearts of church leaders can be deceived and many people can follow their teaching, how do we know we can trust the church? Pastor Mike explores what we can do so we know when to trust the church.

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Whose Truth Do I Trust? Their Truth? Feb 11, 2024

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Think of the top two to three voices that get your attention the most: the cable news networks, talk radio shows, podcasts, friends, family members, pastors, teachers. Now, Pastor Mike challenges, are these voices sources of truth you can trust? How do you know? Pastor Mike looks to the Bible to help us answer if we can trust their truth.

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Whose Truth Do I Trust? My Truth? Feb 04, 2024

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“Be true to yourself.” That message is found everywhere in today's culture. Since churches, religions, and families are so obviously flawed, we are taught to turn inward in order to find what is true, beautiful, and right. But how do we sift through the countless and oftentimes conflicting desires that we find within? In this message, Pastor Mike poses the question, "Should I live my truth?" The Bible's answer may surprise you.

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Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath

Behind the Series: Whose Truth Do I Trust? Feb 01, 2024

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How do we know what's true in today's world? With so many versions of "truth" coming at us, how do we know what to believe?

Pastor Mike is joined by special guest C.L. Whiteside, host of one of our podcasts, "The Non-Microwaved Truth." Pastor Mike and C.L. give us some context and great discussion on our next TV message series, "Whose Truth Do I Trust?" While dissecting truth, the guys also manage to work in discussions about marriage, diversity, and how to handle critics. Also find out if Pastor Mike can do more push-ups than C.L., what both of them think about online arguments, and baby names Pastor Mike would suggest (even though neither of these guys are expecting any new family members!).

"Whose Truth Do I Trust?" kicks off on Sunday, February 4.

Pastor Mike also mentions his new book, "Taboo." Get your copy with your gift to the ministry at timeofgrace.org

How to Deal With Shame Jan 28, 2024

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Shame is the unshakable feeling that we don’t belong, tempting us to run away from God and his people. Shame can be tied to something done to us, something we have done, or something we have continued to do. As hard as it is to open up about shame, it's even harder to address in the church. Pastor Mike dares us to cross that line and show what can happen when a Christian community learns to deal with shame.

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Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath

How to Deal With Anxiety Jan 21, 2024

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One in five adults deals with anxiety, caught in a snowballing avalanche of what-ifs and worst-case scenarios. As we enter another year of uncertainty and alarming headlines, it seems that, more than ever, people are being overcome by anxiety. There isn't a quick solution. But Pastor Mike says actively doing these four things, with the work of the Holy Spirit, will help you deal with anxiety.

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Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath

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How to Deal With People Jan 14, 2024

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The people in our lives can lead us in different directions, good and bad. There are fools, the wise, and everyone in between. So how do we deal with people? How do we find our people? How do we know whom to trust? And whom to avoid? With the guidance of the wisest man in the ancient world, Pastor Mike gives us biblical insight on how to deal with people.

For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!

Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath

How to Deal With Yourself Jan 07, 2024

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"Be who you are." "You do you." That's what the world tells us. But what does Jesus say? When you're dealing with all the ups and downs of life, all your strengths and weaknesses, and all the complicating details of your life story, Jesus says the exact opposite: Don't be you. Pastor Mike helps us understand what Jesus means as we learn how to deal with ourselves.

For more resources that help you stay rooted in Jesus, check us out at timeofgrace.org where you can also subscribe to our daily email!

Check out our newest video project, Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek! https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/bible-breath