Recorded Live: August 17, 20205

Living Out Obedience, Sacrifice, and Compassion may be difficult, but this is how real love should look.

How did Jesus show His love?

Through healing the sick, feeding the hungry, weeping with the broken, forgiving sinners, washing His disciples’ feet, and ultimately laying down His life on the cross (John 13:1, John 19:30). In this episode, we look at the radical ways Jesus demonstrated love in action — not just words.

Scripture reminds us that obedience is the evidence of love (1 John 2:4-5, John 14:15). Every act of obedience shows that God’s love is being perfected in us. Just as Jesus lived out the Word, we too are called to live in alignment with God’s Word — a Word that is alive, active, and powerful (Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 107:20-22).

At the center of it all is this truth: God’s Word will always lead you back home. From the beginning (John 1:1-5) until now, the Word has been life and light for humanity, and nothing can overcome it.

If you’ve ever wondered what true love looks like, this message will guide you to the heart of Jesus — love lived out through compassion, sacrifice, and obedience.

Recorded Live: August 10, 2025

As we head Back to School, this episode reminds us that the greatest test in God’s Kingdom isn’t about skills or knowledge — it’s about how we love. Grounded in John 14:26 and John 13:34-35, we explore how the Holy Spirit teaches us to love others just as Jesus loves us.

Biblical love, or agape, isn’t based on feelings or attraction — it’s a deliberate action, a choice to serve, sacrifice, and show kindness. Drawing from scriptures like 1 John 3:16-18 and Matthew 22:36-40, learn why love is a verb and how it shapes us into true disciples of Christ.

Whether you’re heading back to school, work, or a new season of life, discover how walking in love with the help of the Holy Spirit transforms your impact and reveals you as a follower of Jesus.

Recorded Live: August 6, 2025

In this powerful episode, we dive into the truth of John 16:33 — “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Pain is an unavoidable part of life, but misery is a choice we can refuse. How do we shift from identifying with our pain to resting fully in God's love?

Drawing from John 15:9-10 and 1 John 4:17-19, we explore how remaining in Jesus' love frees us from fear and transforms our identity. When we truly believe God’s perfect love, fear fades and confidence in our purpose rises.

If you’ve been weighed down by pain or fear, this message will remind you that peace comes from abiding in Christ’s love — a love that overcomes the world.

Recorded live: August 3, 2025

Psalm 27:13-14 (NIV) “I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.”

David didn’t just wish — he knew. From shepherd to king, his faith was battle-tested. Like David, you can trust God’s track record.

WILL SEE the goodness of the Lord — not in theory, but in this life. Not just after, but right here in the land of the living!

I will S.E.E: S – Speak faith when you feel frustrated E – Expect goodness, not just survival E – Endure in obedience

Joseph didn’t wait for perfect conditions to stay faithful: • In the PIT — Genesis 37:24 • In POTIPHAR’S HOUSE — Genesis 39:2-4 • In the PRISON — Genesis 39:21-23

His faithfulness positioned him for favor. Even when it looked like nothing was happening… • God was working behind the scenes.

Psalm 27:14 — “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart…” Strength is what you build while you wait. Keep going. You will SEE it.

Recorded live: July 27, 2025

The enemy will never tempt you to start something powerful…

He will always tempt you to stop something holy.

Hebrews 12:1-2 (NKJV) “…let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith…”

1 Corinthians 9:24 (NIV) “Run in such a way as to get the prize.”

Revelation 2:10 (NKJV) “…Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.”

Faithfulness is loving God with perseverance, obeying God with consistency, and trusting God with surrender—all the way to the finish line.

The end has more changing power than the start.

Hebrews 12:2 – “…for the joy that was set before Him, He endured the cross.”

2 Timothy 4:7 (NIV) “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

They didn’t just start with faith— They stayed FAITH-FULL.

 Faithfulness will look like: — Serving when you're tired — Giving when it hurts — Staying when you want to leave — Obeying when it doesn’t make sense

Matthew 7:13-14 (NIV) “…small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” 

Don’t quit. Just keep working it out.

Recorded Live: July 20, 2025

Your greatest growth doesn’t happen in comfort—it occurs under pressure. Your faith isn’t meant to be conference-driven but consistency-driven. It’s time to pick up the spiritual weights and work them out.

In this message, we dive into what it means to train in godliness, endure the race, and stay faithful in the fight. Faith isn’t passive—it’s disciplined, tested, and proven in the battles of life.

Key Points Covered:

Where have you grown spiritually lazy? 

How to conquer, not just cast out, the obstacles in front of you

Why spiritual training is non-negotiable for growth

The difference between emotional highs and consistent transformation

Core Scriptures: • 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 • Romans 5:2-4 • 2 Samuel 23:10-12 • James 1:2-4 • Luke 9:23 • Galatians 6:9 • Philippians 2:12-13 • 1 Timothy 4:7-8

“Do not quit. Don’t coast. Don’t get spiritually flabby. Work it out.”

FAITH IS YOUR GYM MEMBERSHIP: Salvation = Free Access Holy Spirit = Personal Trainer Bible = Workout Plan Discipline = Reps Obedience = Sweat

This life is not about perfection—it’s about persistence.

Recorded live: July 13, 2025

Are you growing—or just going through the motions?

In this challenging and transformative message, we confront the subtle addiction to sameness and why spiritual growth is not optional for those in Christ. When you’re planted in God, change is the fruit, not the fight. 

Key Highlights: Signs you're addicted to staying the same. |  How familiarity can sabotage your identity. | Why discipline is the doorway to transformation. | The difference between spiritual motion and spiritual growth. | How to work out your salvation through partnership with God.

Key Scriptures: Jeremiah 17:7-8 • 2 Corinthians 5:17 • 1 Corinthians 15:33 • 1 Timothy 4:7-8 • Philippians 2:12-13

“Transformation is the evidence of salvation.”

You weren’t saved to stay the same.

You were saved to grow. Now it’s time to WORK IT OUT.

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Recorded Live: June 6, 2025 

Grace isn’t something you work for—it’s a gift you receive.

God’s grace is His unearned, unending love and favor poured out through Jesus Christ.

In this powerful message, we explore what it means to embrace grace, not just as a doctrine, but as a daily decision to live free from condemnation, shame, and performance-based faith.

Key Points:

Grace is not based on works—it's based on Jesus. (Romans 11:6)

Grace teaches, transforms, and empowers us to live godly. (Titus 2:11-12)

Grace doesn’t excuse sin—it breaks the power of sin. 

You are fully accepted, fully redeemed, and fully loved in Christ. (Ephesians 1:6, Romans 3:24)

Scriptures Included:

John 1:17 • Romans 11:6 • 2 Corinthians 5:21 • Ephesians 2:8-9 • John 8:1-11 • Hebrews 4:16 • Proverbs 4:23 • 1 Corinthians 15:10

“Neither do I condemn you. Go and sin no more.” – Jesus (John 8:11)

Come boldly to the throne of grace. There's room for you. 

Recorded live on July 2nd, 2025

“The Anointing Breaks the Yoke”

THE ANOINTING: Heaven’s Oil for Earth’s Assignment

God’s anointing is more than a feeling—it’s a divine enablement, a supernatural empowerment, and a heavenly endorsement to accomplish your God-given purpose.

In this powerful midweek message, we explore what the anointing really is—and what it isn’t.

Key Takeaways:

The anointing removes resistance, not responsibility.

It doesn’t just empower performance—it empowers perseverance.

Oil flows through the crushing. You're not overlooked—you're in the press.

You are not just called—you are backed by heaven.

Key Scriptures:

Psalms 92:10 • Isaiah 61:1 • Isaiah 10:27 • Zechariah 4:6 • 1 John 2:20

“The yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.” – Isaiah 10:27

You are set apart, clothed in power, and anointed for burdens.

Not by might. Not by power. But by the Spirit of the Lord.

Recorded live: June 29, 2025

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You are not a mistake.

You are not random.

You were created by a Creative God, on purpose, with purpose.

From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals Himself as the ultimate Artist, Architect, and Author. And because we are made in His image, creativity is not optional—it’s embedded in our spiritual DNA.

In this message, we’ll explore:

Why is creativity a reflection of God's character?

How does God use creativity to shape identity and destiny?

What does it mean to create for Him, with Him, and like Him?

Key Scriptures:

Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:27, John 1:1-3, Ephesians 2:10, Psalm 139:14, Exodus 35:31-35, Revelation 21:5, James 1:5, 2 Peter 3:9

Whether you’re an artist, a builder, a parent, or a leader, your creative gifts have a divine source. God filled you with wisdom, understanding, and skill. It’s time to use it.

You are UNIQUE. PRECIOUS. IRREPLACEABLE. PRICELESS.

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