What if everything you’re searching for (joy, peace, strength, comfort, love, freedom, and rest), is found in one place?

In this week’s message from our Are You Serious? series, Pastor Mike Rosado unpacks what it really means to take the presence of God seriously. Not in a stiff, uptight, or overly “churchy” way, but in a way that transforms your everyday life.

Learn how to:

• Recognize God’s presence in your daily life

• Find real joy and peace no matter your circumstances

• Access strength when you feel overwhelmed

• Experience freedom and transformation through Jesus

Psalm 16:11 says, “In Your presence there is fullness of joy.”  This isn’t just a Sunday feeling, it’s a daily reality you can step into today.

Perfect for anyone seeking hope, purpose, and lasting peace, whether you’ve been in church for years or you’re just exploring faith.

Do you ever feel like you’re praying but nothing’s happening? You’re not alone. In this episode, Pastor Mike Rosado unpacks Luke 11 and teaches us how Jesus modeled a prayer life that was bold, authentic, and deeply connected to God.

You’ll discover:
- Why prayer is about relationship, not performance
- How to move beyond “vending machine” prayers
- Practical tools to refresh and deepen your prayer life
- Why bold, persistent prayer transforms you even more than your circumstances

Whether you’re new to faith, rediscovering prayer, or wanting to grow spiritually, this episode will encourage you to make prayer your first response, not your last resort.

Scripture Reference: Luke 11:1-13
Watch the full sermon on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RREET7QCfFo
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What does it really mean to take your faith seriously? For many of us, the Bible has felt like a rulebook used to judge or shame, but that’s not what God intended. In this week’s kickoff to our new series Are You Serious?, Pastor Mike Rosado unpacks how the Bible is meant to bring life, freedom, and transformation, not legalism.

In this message, you’ll discover:

- The difference between legalism vs. reverence

- Why the Bible is more about knowing God than following rules

- How taking the Word seriously can actually lead to more joy, intimacy, and growth

- Practical ways to build a strong foundation of faith that lasts

If you’ve ever felt turned off by religion, this talk will help you see God and His Word in a new way.

Listen now and join the conversation in the comments!

What if God doesn’t just want your obedience, He actually wants your friendship?

In the final week of our Friendship Therapy series, Pastor Mike shares why friendship with God isn’t just a nice idea, it’s completely possible and how it can transform your life from the inside out.

You’ll hear:

• Why so many people struggle to believe God wants a personal relationship with them

• 5 practical steps to grow closer to God every day

• How intimacy with God heals your identity, calms anxiety, sharpens purpose, strengthens character, and deepens your love for people

• Why real friendship with God naturally overflows into friendship with others

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “spiritual enough” for God to want you, or you’ve struggled to keep your faith personal and not just religious, this episode will give you a fresh perspective and a practical path forward.

Scripture Reference: John 15:13–15

Let’s be honest, friendship wounds cut deep.
It wasn’t your enemy that hurt you. It was someone close. Someone you trusted.

In this part of our Friendship Therapy series, Pastor Mike Rosado gets real about betrayal, emotional pain, and why some of us are walking around guarded, bitter, or burned out from trying to protect ourselves. But there’s a better way forward.

This episode covers:

• Why friendship pain hits harder than other wounds

• What Scripture reveals about betrayal and broken relationships

• How to name your pain without letting it define you

• What forgiveness really means (hint: it doesn’t erase consequences)

• How to stop feeding the pain and start living free

• Why healing isn't just about you, it’s also about making room for redemption

If you're tired of playing tough and ready to experience freedom, this one's for you.

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Tired of fake friendships and surface-level connections? In this episode of Friendship Therapy, Pastor Mike Rosado dives into what it really means to be the friend you're praying for.

You’ll learn how to:

• Show up with presence, not just connection

• Speak the truth in love (without being harsh)

• Lead with humility instead of hype

• Forgive instead of holding grudges

Drawing from Philippians 2, this message calls us to move beyond consumer-style relationships and step into something deeper, realer, and more life-giving.

Whether you're feeling lonely, navigating friendship drama, or just hungry for real connection, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

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Feel like you're doing life alone? You’re not the only one, and it’s not how you were designed to live.In this week’s message, Built Different, Pastor Mike Rosado gets real about loneliness, trust issues, and the power of biblical friendship. From burnout to betrayal, he shares why community isn’t just a bonus, it’s essential to your emotional, spiritual, and even physical health.Here’s what you’ll walk away with:- Why content isn’t enough—you need real community- How to identify the gaps in your support system- What healthy, faith-filled friendship looks like- How to rebuild trust when you’ve been hurt beforeWhether you’re skeptical about church, burned out from people, or just tired of shallow friendships, this one’s for you. You were built for belonging. Let’s talk about how to find it.- Subscribe for more real talk every week- Learn more: https://ferventchurch.com- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ferventchurch/#builtdifferent #friendshiptherapy #ferventchurch

We all want real ones in our lives—people who stick by us, challenge us, fight for us, and don’t flake out when things get hard. But let’s be honest: friendships today can feel shallow, transactional, and disposable. So, what does real friendship actually look like?

In this message, we’re diving into the story of David and Jonathan—two friends whose bond was more than emotional—it was spiritual, sacrificial, and deeply loyal. We talk about why friendship is hard, how to tell the difference between supporting and enabling someone, and how biblical friendship calls us to sacrifice, not just safety.

Whether you’re struggling to trust people again, feel stuck in one-sided relationships, or just want to grow into the kind of friend God calls you to be—this message is for you.

What did Jesus really mean when He said, “Be perfect as your Heavenly Father is perfect”? In this message, Susan unpacks how God’s idea of perfection isn’t about being flawless—it’s about becoming whole, mature, and spiritually grounded. Through real-life stories, biblical insight, and honest reflection, you’ll be reminded that growth takes time, maturity is a process, and we all have something to give—no matter where we are in the journey. Whether you're new to faith or just feeling stuck, this episode will challenge and encourage you to take your next step forward.

Ever feel like throwing in the towel? Whether it’s ministry, prayer, relationships, or even just showing up to church—there are moments we all feel like we’re at the end of ourselves.

In this message, we’re getting real about endurance. Not the hyped-up, motivational kind—but the spiritual grit that doesn’t run from pressure but grows through it. We’re looking at what it means to stand firm in a world where everything tells you to run, quit, or fake it.

If you’re tired, frustrated, or on the edge of giving up—this one’s for you.

:: Scripture: Ephesians 6:10–13

:: Real Talk: Pressure, pain, and learning how to endure

:: Let’s process together: Watch, comment your thoughts, and reflect on how God might be using your current situation to grow you.

You’re not weak for struggling. You’re just human. But God gives real strength for real battles.