Even when words fail, the walk continues. Life’s burdens, silence in prayer, and unanswered questions can't stop the power of simply walking with God. Enoch’s life reminds us that daily steps in faith—through storms, grief, and uncertainty—lead us closer to God’s heart. Let your life testify, even when your lips cannot. Walk with God—He’s walking with you.

Scripture References:

• Genesis 5:24

• Hebrews 11:5

What you refuse to confront will continue to control you. Just like Adam in the garden, we are given the authority to name what enters our lives—whether it’s fear, depression, addiction, or sin. It’s time to stop covering it up and start calling it out. Real freedom begins when you name the struggle and take dominion through the power of God.

Scripture References:

• Genesis 2:19-20

• Proverbs 18:21
• Ephesians 5:25

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Revival starts with the young. When churches empower their youth to step into their God-given callings, entire congregations are transformed. Maturity isn't measured by age but by a willingness to grow, serve, and lead. From Jeremiah to the disciples, scripture is clear—God uses young people to shift nations.

Timestamps:00:00–05:00 – Intro & podcast updates
05:00–15:00 – Pastor Brister’s youth ministry background
15:00–30:00 – God uses young people in Scripture
30:00–45:00 – Maturity vs. youth in today’s culture
45:00–55:00 – Spiritual and life development for teens
55:00–1:05:00 – Rethinking college and careers
1:05:00–1:15:00 – Stepping out in faith despite imperfection
1:15:00–End – Youth revival impacts the whole church

Host: Pastor Ryan Brister

Co-Host: Brenden Bass

Producer: Joey Doherty

Scripture References:

• Jeremiah 1:5–9

• 1 Timothy 4:12

• 1 Samuel 3

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When God changes your name, He changes your destiny. Jacob, once a deceiver, became Israel—a prince with God—through a wrestling match that left him marked but blessed. That moment defined the journey from striving in the flesh to surrendering in faith. Your past doesn't disqualify you; it sets the stage for what God can do.

Scripture References:

• Genesis 32:24-28
• John 1:11-13
• Acts 2:38-39

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True revival begins with brokenness. When the ground of your heart is hard, the seed of God's Word cannot take root. But if you choose to break up your own fallow ground—through genuine repentance, humility, and hunger for righteousness—He will rain down mercy and plant something new within you.

Scripture References:

• Hosea 10:12

• Jeremiah 4:3

• Matthew 13:3–9

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She's beautiful, she's flawed, and He loves her. The church may not be perfect—because it's made of imperfect people—but it's still God's chosen bride. In a world chasing false beauty and empty promises, the church stands as a beacon of truth, hope, and transformation.

Scripture References:

• Ephesians 5:22–27

• Song of Solomon 6:9–10

• Isaiah 53:6

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Eternity is not a distant concept—it’s an unavoidable reality. Every heartbeat moves us closer to a destination that cannot be escaped, avoided, or delayed. Heaven or hell, the choice is ours—decided not in the afterlife, but now, through obedience and surrender. Let the urgency of eternity ignite a fire in your soul.

Scriptures References:

• Jude 1:6-7
• Ecclesiastes 11:3
• Mark 9:43-48

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True holiness begins in the heart—but it doesn’t stop there. God’s people are called to reflect His beauty, not the world’s version of it. The blessing of adornment becomes a burden when it distracts us from the One who gave it. We don’t need the approval of culture to know our worth—we are royalty, set apart. Let your outward life reflect the inward transformation.

Scripture References:

• Hebrews 12:14

• 1 Timothy 2:9

God is all-sufficient—He holds the universe together and lacks nothing. Yet there’s one thing He desires from us: a response. Miracles, healing, deliverance, peace—they’re all at our feet, but only our response can pick them up. Don’t wait for the perfect moment or someone else’s cue. Lift your hands, open your heart, and respond. That's when everything changes.

Scripture References:

• Psalm 50:12

• Philippians 4:19

• Revelation 1:8

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When it feels like there's no way forward, God says go anyway. Deliverance isn't just about coming out—it's about coming out with victory, with strength, and with purpose. The sea may stand in front of you and hell may chase behind, but the Lord fights for those who refuse to look back.

Scripture References:

• Exodus 14:10–15
• Ephesians 4:27
• Revelation 21:4

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