Pastor Justin Adams joins Trey Bailey and Gabriel Stovall for Episode 99 and the Faith & Community Series. He shares the story behind NEW LIFE Praise Center’s growth, including a new 3,200-square-foot gathering space, and explains how his nearly 20-year journey from addiction to sobriety continues to shape his preaching and the church’s culture.

The conversation explores NEW LIFE’s non-denominational identity, its “Everyone’s welcome—and we mean it” philosophy, verse-by-verse Bible teaching, discipleship pathways and service in local schools, recovery ministries, food pantries and Honduras. Adams also explains why healthy growth—not growth for its own sake—is the goal.

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In Episode 24 of The Town Square Podcast, hosts Gabriel Stovall and Trey Bailey sit down with Pastor Justin Adams of New Life Praise Center and Minister Nytravious “Nytro” Smith of James Paschal Missionary Baptist Church for a spirited and inspirational conversation about the state of the church and faith in Newton County. The episode explores the incredible growth of New Life Praise Center, from its humble beginnings to a thriving congregation of over 1,000 attendees, and the ways Minister Nytro is helping revitalize the congregation at James Paschal. Together, these leaders discuss church growth, outreach, and the importance of embracing diversity in the modern church.

The conversation also highlights the significance of unity among local faith leaders and their collaborative efforts to serve the community. Both churches are deeply engaged in partnerships with schools and nonprofits, working to support the people of Newton County. With the holiday season approaching, the pastors share how they are reaching out to families and creating opportunities to make a difference during this special time of year. Tune in to hear how these dynamic leaders are impacting faith and community in Newton County.