Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny

Our modern culture proudly tells us to "be you"—because we're all different from one another and should embrace our uniqueness. But what does God think about "be you"? Does he want us to be true to ourselves? To look inside and to live that out? Pastor Mike says according to the Bible, God says, "Be you!" — but with an asterisk.To help you understand how to love like God, we have a new book called A Better Love: God's Love Transforms You by Dr. Paul Kelm. This book cuts through the confusion on how the world views love, and shows you how to find your greatest joy in God's love for you. It's time to go straight to the source in A Better Love. Request your copy of A Better Love with your financial gift. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

02-23

28:56

Everyone loves someone. The challenge is loving everyone—that means not limiting your love to just those in your inner circle or who treat you well. Jesus calls you to that standard—to imitate the God who loves different people—and to serve your friends, enemies, and everyone in between.To help you understand how to love like God, we have a new book called A Better Love: God's Love Transforms You by Dr. Paul Kelm. This book cuts through the confusion on how the world views love, and shows you how to find your greatest joy in God's love for you. It's time to go straight to the source in A Better Love. Request your copy of A Better Love with your financial gift. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

02-16

34:04

Love is costly and sacrificial—that's why it's often difficult to experience and give love. So if you want more love in your relationships, Pastor Mike says, there are three important things you need.To help you understand how to love like God, we have a new book called A Better Love: God's Love Transforms You by Dr. Paul Kelm. This book cuts through the confusion on how the world views love, and shows you how to find your greatest joy in God's love for you. It's time to go straight to the source in A Better Love. Request your copy of A Better Love with your financial gift. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

02-09

36:19

What is love, really? The way we tend to define it may surprise you in its limitations. In this new series, Pastor Mike helps you explore how the Bible defines love and see that its simple definition has the power to change your relationships with your family, your neighbors, and even your enemies. And it starts with knowing that love starts with God.To help you understand how to love like God, we have a new book called A Better Love: God's Love Transforms You by Dr. Paul Kelm. This book cuts through the confusion on how the world views love, and shows you how to find your greatest joy in God's love for you. It's time to go straight to the source in A Better Love. Request your copy of A Better Love with your financial gift. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

02-02

38:39

Get a sneak peek at Pastor Mike's upcoming new message series, "Love Well." He sits down with Amber Albee Swenson—Time of Grace writer, blogger, and podcaster—to talk about the big ideas behind the series. Listen in as they discuss the definition of love, how love can be costly, and the challenges of loving everyone—especially your enemies.We live in a world that constantly tries to define us by our greatest achievements, or our worst failures.  But who does God say we are?  In Unshakable: Finding Your Identity in Who God Says You Are, Pastor Matt Ewart shows us that we get our identity by who Jesus is and what he's done for us.  Request your copy of Unshakable with your financial gift. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

01-26

46:19

To discover your role in God’s goals for you in this new year, you must first be able to answer this question: Who are you? Do you know your part in the mission to share about God's love? This message will help you find and understand your place, while reminding you that the answer to the question, "Who are you?" is actually less about you and more about what Jesus did for you.We live in a world that constantly tries to define us by our greatest achievements, or our worst failures.  But who does God say we are?  In Unshakable: Finding Your Identity in Who God Says You Are, Pastor Matt Ewart shows us that we get our identity by who Jesus is and what he's done for us.  Request your copy of Unshakable with your financial gift. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

01-19

35:23

Good spiritual health for this new year means knowing your purpose. But if you're unsure what that purpose is, don't worry—the Bible tells you in no uncertain terms what your great purpose is. Pastor Mike unpacks what Jesus said to help you fulfill your purpose.We live in a world that constantly tries to define us by our greatest achievements, or our worst failures.  But who does God say we are?  In Unshakable: Finding Your Identity in Who God Says You Are, Pastor Matt Ewart shows us that we get our identity by who Jesus is and what he's done for us.  Request your copy of Unshakable with your financial gift. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

01-12

37:27

A new year means new goals . . . but not just any goals. Pastor Mike helps you push the reset button to think beyond the usual physical health goals and instead focus on your spiritual health. This message looks at the first of three components to good spiritual health: priority. Are you doing things in your life that matter most to God? Are your priorities his priorities? How do you know? The good news is that Jesus actually tells you what your priorities should be.We live in a world that constantly tries to define us by our greatest achievements, or our worst failures.  But who does God say we are?  In Unshakable: Finding Your Identity in Who God Says You Are, Pastor Matt Ewart shows us that we get our identity by who Jesus is and what he's done for us.  Request your copy of Unshakable with your financial gift.To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

01-05

37:27

Don't start the new year with just regular goals that focus on physical health. Instead, look at goals that help you with spiritual health.That's the focus of Pastor Mike's new sermon series, "Reset." Join Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson as they preview the new series, while somehow also incorporating talk of their favorite '90s jams, how Amber successfully played matchmaker, and each of their spiritual gifts.Pastor Mike also shares a little bit about this month's new book, "Unshakable: Finding Your Identity in Who God Says You Are," by Pastor Matt Ewart. "Unshakable" shows you that your identity doesn’t come from what you’ve done or what’s been done to you but from who Jesus is and what he’s done for you. And since Jesus is rock solid, so is your identity. Request your copy with your gift to the ministry at timeofgrace.org.Amber also mentions the book, "Gifted for More" by Dr. Bruce Becker that helps you discover your spiritual gifts. You can purchase your copy at timeofgrace.store About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

01-02

53:24

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 topics.To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

12-29

29:00

The reason Christians celebrate Christmas is to worship the baby Jesus, right? The One who was laid in a manger. The One who was born of a virgin. Well, Pastor Mike says, the baby in the manger would not mean anything if that same baby were not to die on a cross and then rise again. The end of our suffering, sadness, and sin is not lying in a manger but is hanging on a cross. Watch the finale of "Best Gifts Ever" and hear this comforting message.To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

12-22

33:05

It's shocking, surprising, illogical, and supernatural. And it's for all of us. Pastor Mike explains the amazing gift of God's grace so we understand how grace is the one thing we need the most. To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

12-15

35:13

Has a gift you received ever lost its shine or appeal? It was incredible at first but maybe months later was forgotten? Pastor Mike teaches that there is something that will never lose its shine. Through Jesus' miracles, love, and sacrifice, we see God's glory.To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

12-08

35:43

Giving and receiving gifts, when done well, can be good. Gifts can even be great. Most of the time, however, we forget about them or let them collect dust. In this first episode of his new series, "Best Gifts Ever," Pastor Mike shares with you a gift that could never collect dust or get old: God's Word.To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

12-01

32:47

Presents are great. People are better. But the person who came down from heaven is THE best gift.That's the big idea behind Pastor Mike's new sermon series, "Best Gifts Ever." Dig deep with Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson as they give a sneak peek into this series and cover a wide range of topics including why it's important for families to read the Bible together, why church is best when we're at our worst, and how Pastor Mike deftly slipped in a new slang word while talking to an auditorium of high schoolers.  Pastor Mike also mentions this month's $350,000 Challenge Grant! That means your gift to Time of Grace will have TWICE the impact to help take our messages, devotions, podcasts, and resources to more people around the world in the new year. As a thank-you for your gift to the Challenge Grant, you can receive "The Basics," a book Pastor Mike wrote to help share the hope of Jesus with those who don't know Jesus. Request your copy at timeofgrace.org.To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word "Grace" to 45321 to subscribe! About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.