New Beginnings Baptist Church

October 5th, 2025 | Fortify | 1 Corinthians 13:4-7In this powerful conclusion to the Fortify series, Pastor Todd Kaunitz tackles the biggest challenge in any relationship: communication in conflict. Whether you're married, dating, or simply dealing with difficult dynamics, this message will equip you with biblical truth and practical tools to help you fight fair—fighting for each other, not just with each other.Rooted in 1 Corinthians 13, we explore how God’s definition of love—agape love—reshapes how we respond in the heat of disagreement. This isn’t about avoiding conflict; it’s about handling it with grace, patience, kindness, and the kind of love that covers, believes, hopes, and endures.In this episode, you'll discover:Why deeper relationships naturally come with deeper conflictHow to handle arguments without letting pride, meanness, or selfishness take overWhat it looks like to extend grace, forgive offenses, and protect each other’s weaknessesWhy lasting love doesn’t give up—and how the Gospel

October 5th, 2025 | Fortify | 1 Corinthians 13:4-7In this heartfelt and practical message, Pastor Matt Darby brings clarity and hope to one of the most universal struggles in marriage: conflict. As we close out the Fortify series, this episode explores a truth we all face—conflict doesn’t mean your marriage is broken, it means you’re both real people. The key? It’s not if you fight… it’s how you fight.Rooted in the agape love described in 1 Corinthians 13, Pastor Matt teaches us how to fight fair—not to protect our pride, but to protect the relationship. This kind of love is patient and kind. It doesn’t boast, keep score, or rejoice when the other is wrong. It always protects, always hopes, and never gives up.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why conflict can either drive us apart—or draw us closerWhat it looks like to fight for each other, not just with each other“Rules of engagement” rooted in Gospel love: patience, kindness, humility, and graceHow to protect your spouse’s weaknesses instead of exploiting th

September 28th, 2025 | Fortify | Genesis 1; Proverbs 5-7In this bold episode of the Fortify series, Pastor Todd Kaunitz tackles a topic often avoided in church: sex and sexuality. Starting with a biblical framework from Genesis and diving deep into Proverbs 5–7, Pastor Todd unpacks God's original design for sex — and why staying within His boundaries leads to freedom, joy, and life.You’ll discover:Why sex is God’s idea, and what that means for how we approach itThe biblical parameters for sexual intimacy — and the danger of stepping outside themHow sexual sin starts subtly but ends in devastationWisdom for protecting your purity, marriage, and futurePractical truths for both the married and unmarriedA call to repentance, accountability, and restorationWhether you’re navigating singleness, dating, marriage, or recovery from past mistakes, this episode is packed with truth, hope, and clarity for honoring God with your body and relationships.Don’t miss this crucial conversation. It could change your life — a

September 28th, 2025 | Fortify | Genesis 2; Proverbs 5-7In this candid and powerful message, Pastor Matt Darby tackles one of the most sensitive and misunderstood topics in our culture: sexual intimacy. As part of the Fortify series, we return to Genesis 2 to build a clear theological framework around God’s design for sex — its parameters, its place, and its purposes.With honesty, clarity, and biblical wisdom, Pastor Matt walks through Proverbs 5–7, offering insight into how sexual sin seduces and destroys — and how God's Word gives us the tools to pursue purity, wisdom, and true freedom. Whether you're married, single, dating, or struggling, this message is a grace-filled call to live God’s way in this deeply personal area of life.Topics Include:The blessing and boundaries of sexual intimacyWhy sex outside of marriage is spiritually and emotionally destructiveHow to flee temptation instead of flirting with itCultivating a healthy sex life in marriageHow Scripture anchors us in purity and freedomA cal

September 21st, 2025 | Standalone | 1 Peter 4:12-16What does it truly cost to follow Jesus in 2025 America? In this timely and convicting message, Pastor Todd Kaunitz addresses the increasing hostility toward biblical truth and the growing price of public faithfulness. Sparked by the shocking and controversial death of Charlie Kirk—an unapologetic follower of Christ and defender of a biblical worldview—this sermon is a call to wake up, stand firm, and prepare for what lies ahead.Rooted in 1 Peter 4:12–16, Pastor Todd unpacks:Why persecution shouldn’t surprise believersHow suffering refines the ChurchThe collapse of cultural Christianity in the WestThe urgency to raise a generation ready to stand for truthWhat bold, Spirit-filled witness looks like in a hostile cultureThis episode is more than a response to a cultural moment—it’s a rallying cry for the Church to embrace the cost of true discipleship. As Pastor Todd reminds us: “This isn’t just a defining moment. It’s a refining one.”“Do not be surprised at the

September 21st, 2025 | Standalone | 1 Peter 4:12-14What does it truly mean to follow Jesus in a culture that calls truth hate and conviction intolerance?In this bold and timely sermon, Pastor Matt Darby speaks directly into the polarized moment we’re living in—where standing for biblical truth comes at an increasing cost. Following the tragic events of September 10, where a man was murdered for proclaiming the Gospel, this message calls the Church to wake up, stand firm, and refuse to be ashamed of Christ.Preaching from 1 Peter 4:12–14, Pastor Matt helps believers understand:Why we should not be surprised by persecutionHow suffering is not a setback, but a refining fireWhat it looks like to prepare ourselves (and our children) for faithful enduranceHow the Spirit of God meets us powerfully in seasons of sufferingWhy now is not a time to retreat—but a time to rise with courage and conviction“If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.” – 1

September 14th, 2025 | Fortify | Joshua 24:14-15In Week 5 of our Fortify series, Pastor Todd Kaunitz brings a passionate message on the importance of generational faithfulness. From Joshua 24, we see a clear challenge: every family must choose whom they will serve — and that choice echoes for generations.With deep conviction, Pastor Todd calls parents, grandparents, and church leaders to draw a line in the sand: Resolve to follow Jesus no matter what Remove every idol that competes for His place Respond to the Gospel with awe and devotionDiscover how to create a home environment where God's vision shapes your parenting, His Word is the authority, and His people are central to your life. This is more than a call to commitment — it’s a call to legacy.Plus, hear the moving story behind the hymn “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” — a powerful reminder of what unwavering faith can inspire.“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15Do you know JESUS?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nblongvie

September 14th, 2025 | Fortify | Joshua 24In this compelling message from our Fortify series, Pastor Matt Darby unpacks what it means to build a lasting legacy of faith — one that impacts not just your children, but your children’s children.Every family passes something down: values, traditions, even patterns of brokenness. But what are you passing down? Drawing from Joshua 24, Pastor Matt challenges us to make a bold, deliberate decision: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”In this episode, you’ll learn:Why every family worships something — and why you must choose wiselyHow to identify and remove the idols competing for your home’s devotionWhat it looks like to lead your family with gospel-centered purposePractical ways to center your life on God’s vision, God’s Word, and God’s peopleGod isn’t just after individual followers — He’s after generations.Don’t leave your legacy to chance. Shape it with intention. This message will equip and inspire you to follow Jesus with everything — and to raise a

September 7th, 2025 | Fortify | Ephesians 5:15-17In this urgent and hope-filled message, Pastor Kyle Riley brings a passionate call to parents, leaders, and believers to wake up to the spiritual battle raging for the hearts of the next generation.Drawing from Ephesians 5 and 6, Pastor Kyle unpacks the real problem—not just what's happening in the world, but what’s happening in our homes. Our walk—how we live—is the #1 apologetic to reaching the next generation. And the mission field? It starts right where we live, not in far-off places.Whether you're a parent, grandparent, mentor, or student, this episode challenges you to:Redeem the time and walk with discernmentUnderstand God’s will for parenting and discipleshipRecognize how the enemy slips into our homes unnoticedStop outsourcing discipleship and start fighting for your familyBecome the spiritual leader your children need, not someday—but todayThrough powerful Scripture, real-life illustrations (like a sparkler mishap that turned into a spiritual

September 7th, 2025 | Fortify | Ephesians 5:15-16Parenting teenagers in 2025 isn’t the same as it was in 1995. The culture has shifted, the pressure has intensified, and the voices shaping our kids are louder—and more deceptive—than ever.In this crucial message, Jake Peterman continues our family series by addressing one of the most important and urgent topics in the life of the church today: raising the next generation in a world that’s spiritually dark, morally confused, and digitally discipling our kids every day.Anchored in Matthew 10:16 and Ephesians 5:15–16, Jake unpacks what it means to walk in wisdom, parent with intentionality, and engage in the spiritual battle happening right now for the hearts and minds of our teenagers. In This Episode you'll find:Why protecting your kids is not enough—you have to prepare themWhat it means to be “wise as serpents, innocent as doves” in a digital ageHow to model godliness in a culture of compromiseThe difference between sheltering and shepherdingReal stats and

August 31st, 2025 | Fortify | 1 Peter 3:1-6What does true, lasting beauty look like in a world that only sees the surface? In this bold and grace-filled message, Pastor Todd Kaunitz continues the Fortify series by unpacking the call to biblical womanhood from 1 Peter 3.With clarity and conviction, Pastor Todd explores how women of God reflect His image through humble submission, gospel-centered conduct, and a deep focus on inner beauty—what Scripture calls precious in God's sight. He also challenges men to better understand, support, and pray for the women in their lives.Whether you're a wife, mother, single woman, or a man seeking to lead well—this episode is filled with timeless truth, cultural clarity, and spiritual encouragement for every generation.Do you know JESUS?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nblongview.org/do-you-know-jesus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need PRAYER?: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nblongview.org/pray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT through giving: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbbctx.org/giving

August 31st, 2025 | Fortify | 1 Peter 3:1-7What does God actually call beautiful in a woman? In this timely and truth-filled message, Pastor Matt Darby continues the Fortify series by unpacking biblical womanhood through the lens of 1 Peter 3.With honesty, humility, and a deep commitment to God’s Word—not culture—Pastor Matt challenges the counterfeit definitions of beauty that saturate our world and points women back to the imperishable beauty that God sees as precious: a heart surrendered to Jesus, character shaped by Christ, and courageous obedience to His calling.This episode speaks to every season of life—wives, single women, mothers, and even single moms—and offers powerful encouragement for men to understand and support the women God has placed in their lives.Don’t miss the closing interview with Matt and his wife Kerri, as they open up about prayer, identity, marriage, and what godly beauty looks like in everyday life.Do you know JESUS? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/do-you-know-j

August 24th, 2025 | Fortify | 1 Corinthians 16:13-14In this bold message, Pastor Todd Kaunitz continues the Fortify series with a deep dive into what it truly means to "act like men." In a culture that’s confused about masculinity, Pastor Todd brings clarity through Scripture, calling men to embrace biblical manhood rooted in responsibility, strength, humility, and love.Drawing from 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, we explore four key commands that define godly manhood: Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, be strong, and let all you do be done in love. This message isn’t just for men—it’s for women who want to pray for their husbands, raise godly sons, and recognize the traits of a man worth marrying.This isn’t a call to passivity or domination—it’s a call to Christlike leadership. Men who follow Jesus don’t just flex muscles—they carry burdens, lead with integrity, and love sacrificially.It’s time to stop settling for cultural manhood and start pursuing the kind of strength that changes generations.Do you

August 24th, 2025 | Fortify | 1 Corinthians 16:13-14In a time when culture is confused about what it means to be a man, Pastor Matt Darby brings clarity through God’s Word in this powerful message from the Fortify series.From Genesis 2 and 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, Pastor Matt unpacks a compelling and convicting call to act like men—not according to culture, but according to Christ. This episode explores five biblical commands that define godly manhood: Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong, and do everything in love.You'll discover:Why manhood is rooted in identity, not just biologyThe five roles God designed for every man: Prophet, Priest, King, Provider, ProtectorHow sin distorts manhood—and how the Gospel redeems itThe difference between cultural strength and Christlike strengthHow godly men lead with love, not controlWhether you’re a man pursuing spiritual maturity, a wife praying for your husband, or a young woman seeking a Christlike man, this message is full of truth, challen

August 17th, 2025 | Fortify | Genesis 1-3; Ephesians 5Welcome to Fortify: Strong Families, Strong Foundations, Impacting Generations — a new teaching series from Pastor Todd Kaunitz, created for everyone from college students to couples deep in the journey of marriage. In this first episode, The Meaning of Marriage, Pastor Todd lays a biblical foundation for understanding marriage in a culture where the family is under attack.Drawing from Genesis 1–3 and Ephesians 5, this message unpacks God's original design for marriage: a covenant between one man and one woman, built on mutual commitment, distinct roles, deep intimacy, and unwavering love. But even more, it reveals the mystery behind marriage — that it was always meant to be a living picture of the Gospel.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the breakdown of the family is at the root of society’s greatest strugglesWhat God's Word says about the roles of husbands and wivesHow sin broke what God made beautiful — and how Jesus restores itWhy marri

August 17th, 2025 | Fortify | Genesis 2; Ephesians 5Welcome to Fortify: Strong Families, Strong Foundations, Impacting Generations — a new series focused on building spiritually healthy homes that reflect the heart of God. In this opening message, Pastor Matt Darby teaches from Genesis 2 and Ephesians 5 to help us rediscover The Meaning of Marriage — not as a cultural construct, but as a divine covenant and a living picture of the Gospel.Whether you're single, married, divorced, widowed, or somewhere in between — this message is for you. God meets each of us right where we are and invites us into something deeper, freer, and more fulfilling than we ever imagined.In this episode, you’ll explore:Why marriage was God’s idea from the very beginningHow marriage is designed to reflect Christ’s love for the ChurchThe difference between a covenant and a contractHow grace, humility, and faithfulness create Gospel-centered homesWhat it looks like to imitate Jesus in everyday married lifeMarriage isn’t ultimately ab

August 10th, 2025 | REIMAGINE | Ephesians 3:14-21What if we stopped settling for status quo Christianity and started dreaming again? In this powerful message, Pastor Todd Kaunitz continues our Reimagine series by exploring what God can do through us when we fully embrace the power of His Spirit.Teaching from Ephesians 3, Pastor Todd walks us through Paul’s passionate prayer for the Church—asking God to strengthen us, dwell within us, and fill us with His fullness. The message culminates in Paul’s declaration that God is “able to do far more abundantly than all we ask or imagine,” reminding us that God’s ability to act far exceeds our ability to ask.In this episode, you’ll discover:What it means to be empowered by the Holy SpiritHow God’s power in us can bring restoration, healing, and revivalWhy bold, Spirit-led prayer is key to seeing transformationHow the Church exists to display God’s glory to every generationIf resurrection power lives in us, it’s time we live like it. Now to Him who is able... let’s reim

August 10th, 2025 | REIMAGINE | Ephesians 3:14-21Too many of us have settled for a life of comfort instead of a life of power. In this compelling message, Pastor Matt Darby invites us to reimagine what God can do through us when we stop underestimating His power and start believing for the impossible.Drawing from Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3, Pastor Matt explores what it means to move beyond spiritual safety and into the current of God’s mission—where resurrection power and divine purpose collide. We aren’t meant to just survive in the calm harbor of salvation—we’re called to flow like a river, changing the landscape around us with the power of God at work within us.In this episode:Discover why the abundant life is more than comfort—it’s callingUnderstand how the Holy Spirit empowers believers with resurrection powerLearn why bold, faith-filled prayer is the key to breakthroughHear stories of God’s power moving through prayer, healing, salvation, and revivalGod’s ability to act far exceeds our ability to ask.

August 3rd, 2025 | REIMAGINE | Ephesians 3:14-21In this powerful message, Pastor Todd Kaunitz returns to kick off a two-week series titled REIMAGINE — a call for believers to dream again and consider what God can do in us when we fully surrender to His work. Preaching from Ephesians 3:14–21, Pastor Todd unpacks the Apostle Paul’s bold prayer for the church in Ephesus, a prayer that still echoes for every believer today.This episode challenges listeners to move beyond spiritual complacency and reimagine the Christian life as one marked by inner transformation, not just outward behavior. Pastor Todd highlights four petitions from Paul’s prayer:To be strengthened in the inner being by the Holy SpiritFor Christ to dwell fully in our hearts through faithTo grasp the immeasurable love of ChristTo be filled with the fullness of GodWith heartfelt illustrations and biblical clarity, Pastor Todd reminds us that many Christians live with untapped spiritual potential — like nutrients in still water that need to be stirre

August 3rd, 2025 | REIMAGINE | Ephesians 3:14-21What if your prayer life wasn’t built around limitations—but on the limitless power of God? In this message from Ephesians 3, Pastor Matt Darby kicks off a two-week journey to reimagine what God can do—not just around us, but within us.This week, we unpack Paul’s powerful prayer in Ephesians 3:14–21, a turning point in his letter to the Ephesians. Paul prays for believers to be:Strengthened with supernatural power through the Holy SpiritAnchored in the indwelling presence of ChristRooted in and overwhelmed by the incomprehensible love of JesusFilled with the fullness of GodToo often, we settle for being saved and stop short of living the abundant life. We get spiritually bored and start asking, "Is Jesus really enough?" Pastor Matt calls us to recapture the wonder of what God can do through a Spirit-empowered life.At New Beginnings, we're also stepping into a renewed commitment to prayer. Why? Because prayer is what positions us to engage, experien