Rich Villodas
Host of New Life Fellowship NYC Sermons
Rich Villodas has hosted 316 Episodes.
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Walking in Real Joy - Matt Manno
August 19th, 2019 | 45 mins 31 secs
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Who doesn't love to experience joy? Often the joy we're searching for is a far cry from the true joy that the spirit produces. This Sunday we'll look at a moment from the life of Paul where there seems little reason for joy and get a glimpse of what real joy looks like.
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Encounters with Jesus - A Ministry of Absence
June 3rd, 2019 | 50 mins 52 secs
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In this sermon, Pastor Rich offers words before he goes off on a 3 1/2 month sabbatical. He preaches on Jesus's ministry of absence and what it means for his sabbatical, our own rhythms and the presence of the Spirit during these times.
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Encounters with Jesus: When the Wine Runs Out
May 28th, 2019 | 49 mins 4 secs
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Pastor Rich preaches on Jesus' first miracle recorded in the gospels, the turning of water into wine. He addresses what it means to encounter Jesus in times of crisis and how God's grace is abundantly poured out in some of the lowest moments of our lives.
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Encounters with Jesus - Amazing Grace, Amazing Faith
May 7th, 2019 | 48 mins 4 secs
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We begin a new series entitled, "Encounters with Jesus." Over the next 2 months we will explore various stories from the gospels that highlight the ways Jesus encountered ordinary people and what it means for our lives. In this sermon, Pastor Rich preaches on the amazing grace of Jesus and the amazing faith of a Roman Centurion.
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How Free People Live: You Shall Not Covet
April 29th, 2019 | 50 mins 51 secs
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In this Ten Commandments series finale, Pastor Rich preaches on the 10th command, “You shall not covet.” In a world that is marked by discontentment and an endless fascination with more, God’s final command is a path to true freedom and joy.
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Resurrection Sunday
April 23rd, 2019 | 38 mins
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On this Easter Sunday, Pastor Rich preaches on the good news of Jesus' resurrection. In this passage, Jesus encounters two men who have experienced profound disappointment. The Risen Jesus finds them and helps them to make sense of his life and history as they knew it. If you or someone you know has experienced disappointment, this Easter sermon is for you.
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Good Friday Contemplative Service
April 22nd, 2019 | 21 mins 57 secs
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Pastor Rich shares a reflection from our Good Friday Service.
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You Shall Not Steal, You Shall Not Give False Testimony - Rich Villodas
April 15th, 2019 | 50 mins 3 secs
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We continue our sermon series through the 10 Commandments. Pastor Rich explores the 8th and 9th commandments together. He explains how these two commands damage community and the ways God calls his people to be marked by stewardship and honesty.
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Episode 266: How Free People Live - You Shall Not Commit Adultery
April 8th, 2019 | 54 mins 44 secs
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In this sermon, Pastor Rich preaches on one of the commands that often reminds us of the wounding we have experienced or observed in others. The 7th commandment was given to remind the people of God that their lives were to be marked by fidelity, love, and loyalty. Sadly, the people of God in the story of scripture, and throughout history have often fallen short. Pastor Rich also explores the power of sex, the call to faithfulness, and the ways that God's grace moves towards us when we fail.
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Episode 263: Do Not Murder
April 1st, 2019 | 46 mins 43 secs
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In this message, Pastor Rich explores the 6th Commandment, “Do not murder.” In a world of anger and violence, this commandment is one we need to pay special attention to. Rich explores some nuances of this commandment that go beyond what might be apparent.
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Episode 262: GRC2019: Can You Drink The Cup? - Rich Villodas
March 27th, 2019 | 43 mins 48 secs
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Any attempt to address the connection of the gospel to matters of racial justice and reconciliation requires a spirituality marked by a “cruciformed” imagination. The death and resurrection of Jesus points to God’s great act of reconciling all things. It is out of this place that followers of Jesus are called to imitate him as we seek to build communities marked by truth, mercy, justice, and forgiveness. In this session, Rich Villodas explores the various “cups” we must drink to be people marked by the gospel’s great power to tear down barriers.
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Episode 261: Honor Your Father and Mother
March 25th, 2019 | 56 mins 4 secs
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In this sermon, Pastor Rich explores the 5th Commandment, Honor your father and mother. For many, this commandment contains many challenges due to the complexity that often marks our families. Pastor Rich highlights some of the important nuances of this commandment aiming at helping us see the liberating ways God wants to work in our lives.
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Episode 259: How Free People Live - Remember the Sabbath
March 12th, 2019 | 55 mins 30 secs
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Pastor Rich continues our sermon series on the 10 Commandments. He offers some fresh perspective on the ancient practice of Sabbath-keeping. Sabbath-keeping is one of New Life's most important values, and through this message, we hope you will start the journey of keeping Sabbath or deepen it.
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Episode 257: How Free People Live - Do Not Make any Idols
February 27th, 2019 | 47 mins
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In this second sermon on the Ten Commandments, Pastor Rich explores the act of creating idols, and the impact it has on our lives with God. Far from being a distant practice in the ancient world, we learn how subtle this practice is in our everyday lives, and what it looks like to be set free.
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Episode 256: How Free People Live - No other gods
February 19th, 2019 | 49 mins 53 secs
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In this sermon, Pastor Rich starts a new series on The 10 Commandments. He offers an introduction to this iconic and historical treasure of faith, while exploring the urgent need to take these words seriously. This sermon series will highlight the grace of God and demonstrate how everything in the 10 Commandments ultimately points to God's decisive action through Jesus Christ.
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Discerning and Deciding to Step out of the Boat
February 11th, 2019 | 46 mins 23 secs
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In this final message of our Discernment series, Pastor Rich preaches through a familiar New Testament story. He explores the call to discern God's will, which results in taking a step of faith. He speaks to themes of courage, failure, and hope in the discernment process.