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The Calling We Can't Outrun | Michael Newton

The Book of Jonah | Week 1: The calling we can't outrun Jonah 1v13 Why do we run from God? Most of us don't shake our fists at heaven or reject God outright. Instead, we delay, avoid, rationalize, and convince ourselves that "later" is good enough. The truth is, we don't run because God isn't good—we run because, somewhere deep down, we struggle to believe that He is. In this opening message of our new series through Jonah, Pastor Michael Newton explores the story of a reluctant prophet, a surprising mission, and a relentlessly pursuing God. Jonah isn't ultimately a story about a fish—it's the story of a God who refuses to give up on people who run. Discover how our disobedience often reveals what we truly believe, why God's call can feel so costly, and how the cross stands as God's ultimate declaration that He would rather pursue us than leave us running. Big Idea: We don't run because God isn't good. We run because we don't believe He is. No matter how far you've wandered, the good news remains: You can run from God's will, but you can't outrun God's pursuit.

We need the Father | Michael Newton

Father's Day is a celebration for some—but for many, it's complicated. In this deeply personal message, Pastor Michael Newton shares his own story of growing up with an absent father and an abusive stepfather, and how God slowly revealed that the answer wasn't to reject the idea of a father—but to discover the heart of a good Heavenly Father. Walking through Mark 10, the story of the rich young ruler, and Paul's encouragement to Timothy, this sermon reminds us that the gospel is not about striving harder, proving ourselves, or earning God's acceptance. Before Jesus challenged the rich young ruler, He looked at him and loved him. Before God changes us, He loves us. Whether you've wrestled with shame, fear, failure, or the feeling of never being enough, this message is an invitation to stop performing and start receiving the Father's love. Because sons and daughters don't earn their place in the family—they receive it through Jesus. Key Scriptures: * Mark 10:17–27 * 2 Timothy 2:1 * Philippians 1:6 No matter your story, your failures are not greater than God's faithfulness. The Father is not standing

Before the Night Comes | Michael Newton

Ecclesiastes | Under the Sun Life is a gift. Life is brief. Life is meant to lead us to God. In this message from Ecclesiastes 11:7–12:8, we walk through Solomon's final appeal to enjoy God's gifts, remember our Creator, and live with eternity in view. As the years pass, our bodies change, our priorities shift, and we're reminded that life moves faster than we think. Yet in the face of aging, uncertainty, and even death, the gospel offers a hope that Ecclesiastes longs for and Jesus fulfills. The problem of Ecclesiastes is death. The answer of Ecclesiastes is Jesus. Join us as we discover how to live in the light before the night comes. Today's podcast is brought to you by Boise Community Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting ⁠⁠⁠https://boisecommunitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving/⁠⁠⁠ [https://boisecommunitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving/to/general] and making a one-time or recurring donation. SCRIPTURE: Ecclesiastes 11v7-12v6 SPEAKER: Michael Newton

Wisdom for the Long Haul | Kyle Williams

Ecclesiastes | Under the Sun Today's podcast is brought to you by Boise Community Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting ⁠⁠⁠https://boisecommunitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving/⁠⁠⁠ [https://boisecommunitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving/to/general] and making a one-time or recurring donation. SCRIPTURE: Ecclesiastes 10-11v6 SPEAKER: Kyle Williams

Living Faithfully in a Broken System | Michael Newton

Ecclesiastes | Under the Sun In this week’s message from Ecclesiastes 8–9, Michael Newton walks through one of life’s hardest questions: What do you do when life doesn’t make sense? When injustice seems to win, prayers feel unanswered, and outcomes don’t match your faithfulness, Ecclesiastes reminds us that life is broken, unpredictable, and often beyond our control. But even in uncertainty, God remains trustworthy. This sermon explores how cynicism can quietly harden our hearts, why control can never truly give us peace, and how biblical faith is not certainty about outcomes—it’s trust in God’s character. Through the honesty of Solomon’s words and the hope of the gospel, we’re reminded that Jesus entered into our broken world, suffered injustice Himself, and conquered death through the resurrection. If you’re walking through disappointment, unanswered questions, grief, or uncertainty, this message is an invitation to stop anchoring your hope in circumstances and start anchoring it in a faithful Savior. Because even when life is unpredictable, Jesus is still King—and that changes everything. Today's podcast is brought to you by Boise Community Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting ⁠⁠https://boisecommunitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving/⁠⁠ [https://boisecommunitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving/to/general] and making a one-time or recurring donation. SCRIPTURE: Ecclesiastes 8-9 SPEAKER: Michael Newton