

New Life Fellowship NYC Sermons
New Life Fellowship Church
An archive of Sunday messages from New Life Fellowship Church in Elmhurst (Queens), NY.
New Life Fellowship is a multiracial community deeply transforming lives through Jesus for the sake of the world. Visit us on the web at newlife.nyc (https://newlife.nyc/)
New Life Fellowship is a multiracial community deeply transforming lives through Jesus for the sake of the world. Visit us on the web at newlife.nyc (https://newlife.nyc/)
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Aug 24, 2025 • 38min
Jonah and the Whale | Sunday School | Pastor Sherin Swift
You’ve probably heard about Jonah and the whale—but what if the best part of the story comes afterward? We continue our Sunday School series by diving into Jonah’s journey. This message explores something we don’t often discuss: what to do when we’re frustrated and angry—even when that frustration is aimed at God.
Scripture Referenced: Jonah 4

Aug 17, 2025 • 34min
David and Goliath | Sunday School | Pastor Matt Manno
David and Goliath is often told as the ultimate underdog tale… but is that the whole story? As we continue our Sunday School series, we’ll discover the true source of David’s confidence—and see how it can transform the way we live today.
Scripture Referenced: 1 Samuel 17:45–47

Aug 10, 2025 • 46min
The Call of Abraham | Sunday School | Pastor Rich Villodas
Are we living as tourists in our faith, or as pilgrims on a purposeful path? This message continues our Sunday School series with a study of the call of Abraham. Together, we explore how Abraham’s journey challenges us to examine our own.
Scripture Referenced: Genesis 12:1-4

Aug 3, 2025 • 38min
Tower of Babel | Sunday School | Pastor Rich Villodas
We continue our "Sunday School: A Fresh Look at Familiar Stories" series with a look at the well-known story of the Tower of Babel. Together, we explore how this ancient account speaks directly to our modern world, and what it means to follow Jesus in a culture where appearances of unity often mask deeper divisions. Join us as we seek wisdom, clarity, and purpose through God's Word.
Scripture Referenced: Genesis 11:1-9

Jul 27, 2025 • 39min
Ruth | Sunday School | Pastor Shauna Rushing
We continue our "Sunday School: A Fresh Look at Familiar Stories" series by exploring the Book of Ruth and what it reveals about unwavering love and faithfulness amid deep loss and hardship. Listen in for a fresh perspective on Ruth’s journey—a story of hope, loyalty, and God's redeeming grace.
Scripture Referenced: Ruth 1-4

Jul 20, 2025 • 38min
Daniel in the Lion's Den | Sunday School | Pastor Helen Kim Nowalk
We continue our "Sunday School: A Fresh Look at Familiar Stories" series by diving into one of the most well-known Bible stories — Daniel in the lion’s den. While it’s often told in children’s books, this powerful account carries profound truths for people of all ages. This message explores this story with fresh eyes and an open heart, discovering how it speaks into our everyday struggles.
Scripture Referenced: Daniel 6

Jul 13, 2025 • 39min
Cain and Abel | Sunday School | Pastor Rich Villodas
This Sunday, we kicked off an 8-week summer sermon series called "Sunday School: A Fresh Look at Familiar Stories." We revisited one of the most well-known—and deeply human—stories in the Bible: Cain and Abel, exploring the powerful themes of jealousy, broken relationships, and how these struggles shape our walk with God and our connections with others.
Scripture Referenced: Genesis 4:1-16

Jul 6, 2025 • 37min
Beautiful, Disappointing, Hopeful | Pastor Drew Hyun
Life is both beautiful and disappointing, but the story of God has always been one of His pursuit of us. Drew Hyun, former New Life pastor and now the Founder and Lead Pastor of Hope Church NYC, guides us through a powerful message exploring how the Christian story can be summed up in three words: beautiful, disappointing, hopeful, and how God continues to see and notice us, even when we may not realize it.
Scripture Referenced: Acts 17:22-28

Jun 29, 2025 • 45min
Complete Unity | The New Family of Jesus | Pastor Rich Villodas
This message concludes our series on The New Family of Jesus. Together, we reflect on one of Jesus’ most profound prayers and consider what it means for our congregation to grow deeper in life together.
Scripture Referenced: John 17:20-23

Jun 22, 2025 • 43min
Blessing in Crisis | The New Family of Jesus | Pastor Jason Gaboury
The New Family of Jesus is beautifully diverse, spanning every age and stage of life. Yet many of us have never truly experienced the richness of blessing across generational lines. This message explores how God invites us to both give and receive blessing between generations—restoring connection, honoring one another, and living as a reconciled family in Christ.
Scripture Referenced: 2 Timothy 1:1-9