Beste Mike Novotny Podcasts (2024)

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Is the Bible Reliable? 5:01

1d ago5:01

5:01

How do you know you can trust the Bible? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real ques…

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Best Gifts Ever: God's Son 33:10

7d ago33:10

33:10

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 mange…

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Why Do We Celebrate Christmas in December if Jesus Wasn't Born in December? 5:19

4d ago5:19

5:19

Why do we celebrate Jesus' birthday on December 25 if many people think he wasn't even born in December? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear h…

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Are My Loved Ones Watching Over Me From Heaven 5:08

9d ago5:08

5:08

Do our loved ones in heaven watch over us? And are guardian angels real? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time…

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Anxiety and Depression: Where Is the Bible's Comfort? 3:54

10d ago3:54

3:54

It seems depression and anxiety are on the rise. What portion of the Bible can we point people to, especially teens? 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—and you're listening t…

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Taboo Talk: When Your Marriage Gets Stuck 42:32

11d ago42:32

42:32

When you stood at the altar and took your vows, neither one of you envisioned now being in what Pastor Mike calls a "C- marriage." So ... how do couples end up there? And if you are there, how do you get out of this rut? Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson—a Time of Grace podcaster, writer, and blogger—aren't afraid to dig into the issues that can …

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Best Gifts Ever: God's Grace 35:13

14d ago35:13

35:13

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 …

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Why Wait Until Marriage to Have Sex? 4:04

16d ago4:04

4:04

If sex is so vital to marriage, aren't you setting yourself up for failure if you don't check for sexual compatibility before getting married? 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 t…

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Can Someone Be Good Without Believing in God? 5:21

17d ago5:21

5:21

First, we need to differentiate between "good" and "Good." Pastor Mike talked about his book "The Basics." Find out how to get a copy at timeofgrace.org/thebasics. 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, th…

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What's the Difference Between Apostles Dying for Christ vs. Religious Extremists Dying Today? 4:15

18d ago4:15

4:15

People only die for their causes and the truth. How are Jesus' apostles different from today's extremists? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear…

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Best Gifts Ever: God's Glory 35:48

21d ago35:48

35:48

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…

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Is It Sinful to Use Preferred Pronouns? 10:26

23d ago10:26

10:26

Preferred pronouns seem to have become the norm. Is it sinful to use them? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Ti…

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Anxiety, Suicide, and Going to Heaven 8:22

24d ago8:22

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If anxiety is a sin, what happens to someone who succumbs to it and dies by suicide? There is always help. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Help is available 24/7. Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions ab…

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Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? 4:47

25d ago4:47

4:47

Natural disasters, shootings, abuse, and cancer—why does God let these happen? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny fro…

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Best Gifts Ever: God's Word 32:47

28d ago32:47

32:47

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…

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Behind the Series: Best Gifts Ever 44:07

1M ago44:07

44:07

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 re…

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What Does God Say About "Coexist"? 3:42

1M ago3:42

3:42

"Coexist" is a very popular school of thought. What does God say about "Coexist"? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny …

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What Are Valid Reasons for Divorce? 6:19

1M ago6:19

6:19

Are there only certain reasons in the Bible that are valid for a Christian to get a divorce? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mi…

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God's Promises to You: He Will Make Everything New 35:07

1M ago35:07

35:07

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 God's promise to make everything new offers both peace for today and a beautiful future beyond this life. To receive special text offers and stay up to date with the Time of Grace, text the word …

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Why Didn't God Stop Slavery in the Bible? 5:34

1M ago5:34

5:34

Slavery is bad, and there's lots of slavery in the Bible. But why didn't God do anything about it? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pas…

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Is It a Sin to Wear Leggings? 7:37

1M ago7:37

7:37

Is it immodest or sinful for a woman to wear leggings? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers …

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Taboo Talk: Porn Affects More People Than You Think 43:41

1M ago43:41

43:41

Porn is the issue that comes up the most with the people whom Pastor Mike counsels. That's why Pastor Mike sits down with Amber Albee Swenson—a Time of Grace podcaster, writer, and blogger—to tackle this issue and discuss why it is more prevalent than most people think. Spoiler: The definition of "porn" goes beyond what we normally think it is. Eac…

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God's Promises to You: He Will Use This for Your Good 33:59

1M ago33:59

33:59

"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 best lives. Thankfully, Pastor Mike reminds us, God is with us and will use even our struggles and tough times for our good. We are all seeking rest and relief in our fast paced society and hope…

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Can We Live Together Before Marriage? 6:21

1M ago6:21

6:21

In this modern-day era, what are the church's views on couples living together before marriage? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor…

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Are LGBTQ+ People Born That Way? 7:21

2M ago7:21

7:21

Often people who identify as LGBTQ+ say they're born that way. Did God make them that way? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike…

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Do Babies Who Die in the Womb Go to Heaven? 4:51

2M ago4:51

4:51

What happens to babies who die in the womb? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real q…

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God's Promises to You: He Will Help 34:24

2M ago34:24

34:24

Being a Chrstian 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 the easy part. But loving God above everything can seem difficult. In this message, Pastor Mike teaches from the book of Hebrews to remind us of a very important truth: God will help us through …

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Is Anger a Sin? 3:50

2M ago3:50

3:50

Is it a sin to be angry? Many Christians imply that it's bad to be angry. 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Tim…

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Behind the Series: God's Promises to You 43:06

2M ago43:06

43:06

Next time something difficult or unexpected happens, will you go into a place of panic, uncertainty, and worry? Or is there a beautiful narrow path of peace and hope that you can take? That path is the promises of God—the topic of Pastor Mike's next sermon series, "God's Promises to You." Join Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson as they talk about …

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Do We Need to Follow Laws We Disagree With? 4:43

2M ago4:43

4:43

Do you have to follow the government's laws if you don't agree with them? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Tim…

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How Do We Approach the Country's Political Divide? 3:16

2M ago3:16

3:16

Politics have divided the country and families. How does Jesus want us to approach this issue of division? How would Jesus handle it? 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—and y…

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God's Promises to You: He Will Be There 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

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 we have. In the first message of this new series, "God's Promises to You," Pastor Mike explains a true and comforting promise of God. Namely, despite any struggle we have, God will be there …

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Do Demons Still Haunt People Today? 4:09

2M ago4:09

4:09

Do demons still possess and haunt people today? If so, why and how does that happen? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novot…

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Do Different Religions All Worship the Same God? 5:08

2M ago5:08

5:08

Different religions are different trails that lead to the top of the same mountain—is that a good way to think of Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus, and people of other religions? 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 men…

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Is Mental Illness a Sin? 3:22

2M ago3:22

3:22

What passages can we turn to for mental illness? And is mental illness a sin? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from…

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Confusing Things Christians Say: "God Called Me" 39:43

2M ago39:43

39:43

In the final message of “Confusing Things Christians Say,” we explore what “being called” means. Often, when we have a strong desire to do something good or something that betters society, we tend to say we felt called to do it. But what does that actually mean in the Bible? Pastor Mike explains what being called as a child of God means and why tha…

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How Do We Know the Devil Is a Fallen Angel? 6:10

2M ago6:10

6:10

Where is this teaching in the Bible? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real question…

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Is Believing in God Just a Safe Bet? 4:31

2M ago4:31

4:31

If you believe in God and he doesn't exist, you waste just this life. But if you don't believe in him and he DOES exist, then you waste eternity. So believing in God should be a logical "yes" ... right? 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, …

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Why Do Churches Cover up Pastors' Sins? 6:21

2M ago6:21

6:21

Why do non-Christians deal with sin better than Christian churches do? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time o…

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Confusing Things Christians Say: "Hate the Sin; Love the Sinner" 40:56

2M ago40:56

40:56

“Hate the sin; love the sinner” is something most Christians have heard or even said. But can that actually work? Our emotions are tied to the people we love while the same emotions are also tied to the sin that we know God detests. It can certainly feel like we’re walking on a narrow road. But, Pastor Mike says, we can walk that narrow road with t…

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Does the Bible Promote the Patriarchy? 6:00

2M ago6:00

6:00

Is it true that women are inferior according to the Bible? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answ…

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Does Someone Who's Never Heard of Jesus Go to Hell? 3:17

2M ago3:17

3:17

Pastor Mike's answer may bother you because it's based on this idea: If never hearing the gospel would mean a free ticket to heaven, why would we ever share the gospel? 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? Wel…

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Is It a Sin to Kill Someone if You’re a Soldier in War? 4:09

2M ago4:09

4:09

Is this breaking God's commandment: You shall not murder? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answe…

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Confusing Things Christians Say: "Walk With God" 31:28

3M ago31:28

31:28

It's been said that taking 10,000 steps a day is beneficial for our physical health. And just like walking physically, we walk spiritually too. In this message, Pastor Mike unpacks three essential connections between our daily, physical steps and our spiritual walk with God. He also provides encouragement for aligning our paths with God’s promises,…

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Is IVF an Option for Christian Couples? 6:14

3M ago6:14

6:14

The process of in vitro fertilization can result in many fertilized eggs—many lives being created. Knowing this, how should Christian couples view IVF? 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 podc…

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Is Porn OK for Married Couples? 4:49

3M ago4:49

4:49

Is porn harmful even if a married couple watches it together? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace a…

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What if I Don't Want to Vote for Any of the Candidates? 3:47

3M ago3:47

3:47

How do Christians support the government when we don't want to vote for any of them? 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—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novot…

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Confusing Things Christians Say: "Fellowship" 34:35

3M ago34:35

34:35

Loneliness affects our personal health. But what can we do to stop this loneliness epidemic when work is online and relationships take the form of texts and social media? There's something we can take part in today—but it is a confusing word called "fellowship." And fellowship requires work. In this message, Pastor Mike explains what kind of work g…

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Confusing Things Christians Say: "A Relationship, Not a Religion" 36:54

3M ago36:54

36:54

"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? Can we be religious and seek a relationship with God at the same time? Pastor Mike teaches that the two words truly mingle and that being a Christian means you are a part of a “religious rela…

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Confusing Things Christians Say: "Born Again" 39:08

3M ago39:08

39:08

Even though there are meaningful, rich, and even profound sayings in the church, sometimes they do not make sense. Understanding them comes before appreciating them. And that is what Pastor Mike will help us do in this series, “Confusing things Christians Say.” In this episode, Pastor Mike outlines what the phrase “born again” means, from repenting…

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