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Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny
Time of Grace exists to point people to what matters most: Jesus. Using a variety of media (television, radio, podcasts, print publications, and digital), Time of Grace teaches tough topics in an approachable and relatable way, accessible in multiple languages, making the Bible clear and understandable for those who need encouragement in their walks of faith and for those who don’t yet know Jesus at all.
Episodes
- Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny
Confusing Things Christians Say: "Walk with God"
It's been said that taking ten thousand steps a day is beneficial for physical health. And just like walking physically, you walk spiritually too. In this…
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Confusing Things Christians Say: "Fellowship"
Loneliness affects personal health. But what can we do to stop the loneliness epidemic when work is online and relationships take the form of texts and social…
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Confusing Things Christians Say: "A Relationship, Not a Religion"
"It's a relationship, not a religion” is something often said in Christian communities. But is it possible to live somewhere in the middle of those two words?…
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Confusing Things Christians Say: "Born Again"
Even though there are meaningful, rich, and even profound sayings in the church, sometimes they do not make sense. Understanding them comes before appreciating…
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Twisted Scripture: Beyond Reason
We love logic. We Google, question, and think hard about life, faith, and what makes sense. But what happens when the Bible doesn’t “add up”? This message…
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Twisted Scripture: Context Is Key
In a world where every opinion feels like a hot take and every Bible verse can be used as a weapon or meme, how do you know what the Bible actually means? This…
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Twisted Scripture: Straight to the Source
You've probably heard phrases that sound biblical but aren’t. So how do you know if what you believe lines up with what God actually says? This kickoff to the…
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Sneaky Lies Christians Believe: "Family First"
What if putting family time first is actually messing with your faith? In this message, Pastor Mike addresses the tension between loving your people well and…
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Sneaky Lies Christians Believe: "What Goes Around Comes Around"
“What goes around comes around” sounds fair. But is it true? In this message, Pastor Mike breaks down one of the most common beliefs about justice, karma, and…
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Sneaky Lies Christians Believe: "Happy Wife, Happy Life"
What sounds like smart advice—“happy wife, happy life”—actually oversimplifies what it takes for a marriage to thrive. Pastor Mike unpacks the truth behind…
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Sneaky Lies Christians Believe: "Boys Will Be Boys"
“Boys will be boys” sounds innocent—until it becomes an excuse for bad behavior. Pastor Mike explores the God-designed differences between men and women, young…
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Jesus: Extended Cut: Jesus Is Still Here
Most people know that Jesus rose from the dead—but what happened next? He didn’t fade into the background; he stepped into his role as King. This message opens…
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Jesus: Extended Cut: Showing God's Love to Others
Believing in Jesus is the starting point—but it’s not the whole story. Grace shapes your everyday life, your purpose, and the way you treat people, especially…
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Jesus: Extended Cut: You're Still Needed
If you’ve ever wondered whether your mistakes disqualify you from God's plans and purpose for you, that question is more common than you think. This message…
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Jesus: Extended Cut: Wrestling With Doubt
If you’ve ever had real questions about Christianity, you’re not alone. Doubt isn't something to hide but something to explore. Through the story of someone…
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Jesus: Extended Cut: The Right Way to See Jesus
Most people have an edited version of Jesus—miracles, cross, empty tomb, done. But in the extended cut, Jesus shows you even more truth that will give you…
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God's Promises to You: He Will Make Everything New
A new, perfect world where fear, pain, and suffering are gone. That's God's promise in this message that concludes this series. Pastor Mike teaches of how…
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God's Promises to You: He Will Use This for Your Good
"Living my best life" is a phrase thrown around in modern culture. But maybe more often than not, we feel lacking and circumstances keep us from living our…
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God's Promises to You: He Will Help
Being a Christian is both easy and hard. Jesus lived a perfect life, died for all sin, and rose for us; there's nothing we need to do to earn heaven. That's…
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God's Promises to You: He Will Be There
Sometimes we may feel as though we're not blessed financially. Even though we live in a prosperous age, many factors determine the kinds of financial struggles…
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Jesus Reels: The Story Doesn't End With Easter
Dead doesn’t stay dead when Jesus shows up—and that changes everything. Whether you need proof in your head or peace in your heart, whether you need something…
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Jesus Reels: Flip the Script on Your Life
Jesus' Palm Sunday ride into Jerusalem wasn't the kind of entrance you'd expect from a king—and that’s the point. Everything about how Jesus showed up flipped…
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Jesus Reels: What You Give Up Is Worth the Cost
What’s the point of gaining everything if it costs you the one thing that matters most? In this message, Jesus challenges the way we think about success…
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Jesus Reels: A Steady Foundation
Traditions come and go, styles change, preferences shift, but Jesus points us to something solid—God’s Word. This message reminds us that while church…
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Jesus Reels: Don't Just Follow; Lock In
“Following” usually means scrolling past someone’s highlight reel. But Jesus calls us to something entirely different. Pastor Mike explores what it really…
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Forgotten Blessings
How blessed you feel may depend on what you consider to be blessings, which means you may forget that you have blessings right in front of you every day…
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Lonely Less: The Church Connection
In an age of podcasts, playlists, and on-demand spirituality, it’s easier than ever to engage with faith from afar. But Pastor Mike challenges us to think…
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Lonely Less: The Friend Connection
We live in a world where friendship is both highly valued and surprisingly hard to maintain. This message turns our attention to the kinds of relationships…
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Lonely Less: The Family Connection
Family can bring deep connection—and deep complexity. Pastor Mike helps us think about the family relationships that shape us most, for better or worse, and…
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Lonely Less: The God Connection
Loneliness can show up even in the busiest, most connected parts of life. In the first message of the "Lonely Less" series, Pastor Mike teaches about where…
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No More Mediocre Me: On Purpose, With Purpose
It’s easy to feel less than when someone else’s strengths seem so much clearer than yours. But Pastor Mike digs into why your unique wiring isn’t accidental or…
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No More Mediocre Me: Breaking Up With Busy
We often talk about being busy like it’s just a season we're going through, but what if it has become our way of life? Pastor Mike explores the spiritual cost…
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No More Mediocre Me: Resetting Your Digital Life
Our daily habits are surrounded by screens and technology that shape our lives in ways we rarely stop to notice. Using one of Jesus’ parables, Pastor Mike…
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No More Mediocre Me: More Than Just "Spiritual"
Pastor Mike launches this new sermon series by taking aim at one of the most accepted spiritual trends of our time—the kind that feels personal, flexible, and…
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Tackling Tough Topics #3
Pastor Mike is back with the annual special episode where he tackles tough questions from people like you. Hear what the Bible says about today's difficult…
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God's Kind of Christmas: More Than a Holiday
Christmas is filled with moments of joy—family, gifts, traditions—but there’s always something that keeps it from being perfect. No matter how much you love…
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God's Kind of Christmas: Can I Really Trust God?
Promises are easy to make but hard to keep. We’ve all experienced disappointment when people let us down. But what about God? Does he actually follow through…
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God's Kind of Christmas: Following When It's Hard
Mary and Joseph’s first Christmas wasn’t picture-perfect. It was confusing, costly, and filled with uncertainty. Yet instead of resisting God’s plan, they…
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God's Kind of Christmas: Real Hope for Real People
Christmas isn’t just a heartwarming tradition—it’s history. But is it really for you? Many wonder if God’s love extends to people who feel unworthy…
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Behind the Series: God's Kind of Christmas
What if Christmas isn’t just about what we’ve made it—but about something deeper, more human, and more hopeful? In this sneak peek at the upcoming sermon…
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How Do I Fix My Relationship With God?
Most religions teach that if we mess up a relationship with the divine, we have to fix it. If our karma is bad or our scale shows more bad deeds than good or…
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Why Does God Allow Evil?
How can a good God allow suffering and evil in the world? Pastor Mike confronts that very objection, diving into the painful realities many face daily, from…
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War Zone: Fighting to Share the Faith
In our spiritual war, it's not just important to know the gospel—but to share it. But for many of us, fear keeps us silent. What if we say the wrong thing?…
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War Zone: Using the Greatest Weapon -- Prayer
Spiritual battles aren’t won with willpower alone—they’re won on our knees in prayer. Yet for many of us, prayer feels like a struggle. We forget, we feel…
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War Zone: Gearing Up for Victory
No soldier walks into battle without the right gear, and no Christian can stand strong without the armor of God. The enemy isn’t just attacking—you’re in a…
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War Zone: Standing Strong in Your Fight
Spiritual warfare isn’t always obvious. Temptation doesn’t always look like something terrible. Often it’s disguised as something good taken too far. So how do…
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War Zone: Winning the Battles You Can't See
Every day you wake up in the middle of a battle. The enemy isn’t firing bullets but lies, temptations, and distractions—scheming to pull you away from faith…
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Behind the Series: War Zone
Spiritual warfare is real. As Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson preview the new sermon series, "War Zone," they dive into spiritual warfare, unpacking what…
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How Can I Resist Temptation?
So much of life hinges on this single thing we call self-control—because there are so many temptations that can overcome us. So how do we get more…
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Not So Scarlet Letters: L - Laziness
Some of us never stop working; some of us struggle to start. In a world that glorifies both hustle and comfort, how do we find the right balance? Today we dive…
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Not So Scarlet Letters: S - Slander
Words are everywhere—spoken, texted, posted, whispered. And yet for all the words we use, some have the power to build while others quietly destroy. Slander…
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Not So Scarlet Letters: I - Idolatry
Everyone worships something. Whether it’s success, relationships, comfort, control, or even our own opinions, there’s always something fighting for first place…
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Not So Scarlet Letters: G - Gluttony
Some sins are obvious, marked by shame and confession. But what about the ones we don’t think twice about—habits so ingrained in our lives that they no longer…
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Behind the Series: Not So Scarlet Letters
They may not make headlines, but gluttony, idolatry, slander, and laziness quietly shape our lives more than we’d like to admit. Pastor Mike and Amber preview…
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What if I Don't Understand the Bible?
The Bible is challenging to read. There are weird words and weird names in it. There’s an Old Testament and a New Testament. There are prophecies and prophets…
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Almost Honest Christians: Still Need to Admit You Don't Understand
We all want to grow in faith, but sometimes pride gets in the way. When you don’t understand something about God, the Bible, or faith, it’s easier to fake it…
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Almost Honest Isn't Honest Enough: Still Need to Speak Up
Most of us don’t like confrontation. It’s awkward, uncomfortable, and there’s no guarantee it will go well. But when a fellow Christian is caught in sin…
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Almost Honest Isn't Honest Enough: Still Need to Confess
You likely think of yourself as honest. So why is there that one struggle you keep to yourself? Here's the problem with that: Unconfessed sin doesn’t go…
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Behind the Series: Almost Honest Isn't Honest Enough
Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson explore the vital roles of honesty, vulnerability, and courage in the Christian journey, as they preview Pastor Mike's…
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ME on Team Jesus? : Even if I'm Broken?
What if you feel too broken with too much baggage? Can you still be saved? Pastor Mike walks us through the account of one of Jesus' closest female friends and…