🔥 THE DEVIL WILL PAY FOR THIS PART 1 | Pastor Travis Greene | Forward City Church 🔥

Today was nothing short of supernatural at Forward City! On this powerful Jordan Sunday — our Baptism Sunday — over 40 people publicly declared their faith in Jesus through water baptism! 🌊🙌

Pastor Travis Greene delivered a prophetic message titled “The Devil Will Pay for This,” reminding us that no attack, setback, or storm from the enemy can stop the purpose of God. If you’ve been through loss, pain, or spiritual warfare — this word is for YOU.

📖 Scripture References:

Job 1:6–12 – Satan roams the earth seeking to test the faithful.
Job 42:10 – God restored Job and gave him double for his trouble.
Galatians 6:9 – Don’t grow weary in well-doing; your due season is coming.
Colossians 2:15 – Jesus disarmed the enemy and triumphed through the cross.
Matthew 16:19 – We have the keys of the Kingdom to bind and loose on earth.
Revelation 1:18 – Jesus holds the keys of hell and death.
Job 23:10 – “When He tests me, I will come out as pure as gold.”
James 1:14–15 – Sometimes our own desires lead us into sin.
1 John 1:9 – But if we confess, God is faithful to forgive and cleanse.

🔁 3 Reasons Why Things Happen in Your Life

1️⃣ God did it – Sometimes God allows tests to refine and promote you.
2️⃣ You did it – Personal decisions or sin can create consequences.
3️⃣ The devil did it – But even then, God is still in control.

📍 No matter the source of your struggle, God will use it for your good and His glory. Like Job, you may be tested — but restoration is coming. The enemy may have hit you, but he will PAY for it.

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There are seasons in life where you're not where you used to be—but you're not quite where you're going either. You're somewhere in between. And if we’re honest, that space can feel confusing, uncomfortable, and downright exhausting.

In this powerful and encouraging message, Pastor Kenny shares a timely word out of Exodus 16:1-5, where the Israelites find themselves in the wilderness, fresh out of bondage—but not yet in the promised land. Through their journey, we see how God sometimes leads us into seasons that stretch our faith, rewire our cravings, and test our obedience—not to punish us, but to prepare us.

Whether you’re tired, feeling stuck, or tempted to quit—this message is for you. You’re not being punished—you’re being positioned.
Don’t walk away now. God’s provision might not look like what you expected, but it carries exactly what you need.

You’re not dying—you’re developing.
You're not being forgotten—you're being formed.
And if you don’t give up, you’ll see why the wilderness was necessary.

👉🏾 Don’t quit—it’s greener on the other side.
Your promise is still in motion. Your future is still intact. And your testimony is being built right in the middle of the desert.

Have you ever found yourself going through the motions—working hard, doing all the “right” things—but still feeling distant from God? 

In this powerful message, Pastor April Carter takes us to Revelation 2:1-5 (NLT) and reminds us of a crucial truth: God sees your effort, but He’s after your heart. 🔁 It's time to RESET. Whether you've been walking with God for years or just starting out, this message challenges you to return to your first love. Using a story about a prized baseball glove gathering dust and a throwback to the NES system reset button, Pastor April reveals that the age of your walk with God doesn’t matter—the neglect does. 💡 "You don’t love Me or each other as you did at first… Look how far you have fallen! Turn back to Me." (Rev 2:4-5) 

No matter your season—young or old—God is calling you higher. Don’t count your losses; celebrate what remains. It’s never too late, and you’re never too far gone to start again. 

🔥 Scripture Highlights: Revelation 2:1–5 — A call to repentance and return 1 Timothy 4:12, Jeremiah 1:6-7 — You’re not too young Isaiah 46:4, Psalm 92:12-14 — You’re not too old Psalm 145:4 — One generation will commend His works to the next 🎮 

Are you ready to hit RESET and LEVEL UP?

IT’S TIME TO BE GREAT | Sermon on Luke 19:1-6

We live in a world where greatness is often measured by status, power, and how high you can climb—but Jesus flips that idea completely. In this eye-opening and soul-stirring message, we look at the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1-6 and uncover the truth: God’s definition of greatness isn't about going up, it's about coming down.

Zacchaeus was a rich, successful man, but still searching for something more. When he heard Jesus was passing by, he climbed a tree to get a glimpse—but what changed his life was Jesus calling him by name and inviting him to come down. That moment of humility and quick obedience became the doorway to transformation.

This sermon challenges us to rethink greatness. Jesus said, “The greatest among you must be a servant” (Matthew 23:11). Greatness isn’t found in striving for recognition but in surrendering our lives and choosing humility.

🔥 In this message, we unpack:

• Why we all desire greatness—and how that desire is God-given, but must be directed by Him
• How Jesus modeled a greatness rooted in service and sacrifice (Mark 10:43-45)
• Why true greatness requires us to “come down” from pride, ambition, and self-focus
• How humility was the turning point in Zacchaeus’ story—and can be in yours too
• The power of responding quickly to God’s invitation to live differently

Zacchaeus' story reminds us that God knows our name, sees our heart, and still invites us into something greater. But to rise in His Kingdom, we must first come low. It’s time to stop striving—and start serving.

#ItsTimeToBeGreat #Luke19 #Zacchaeus #GreatnessRedefined #JesusWay #ChristianSermon #ForwardCity #KingdomLiving #Humility #ComeDownToGoUp

💰 MONEY LEVEL UNLOCKED | Pastor Micahn Carter | Forward City Church

There’s a way the world talks about money — and then there’s Kingdom economics. In this powerful message, Pastor Micahn Carter breaks down what it really means to unlock the money level — and spoiler alert: it’s not about getting more, it’s about becoming more.

In the Kingdom, the way up is down.
If you want to level up financially, you must first get low in humility, surrender ownership, and become a faithful steward of what God has already given you.

📖 KEY VERSES:

• Matthew 23:12 — The humble will be exalted
• Psalm 24:1 — Everything belongs to the Lord
• Malachi 3:10 — Test God with your tithe
• Proverbs 3:9–10 — Honor the Lord with your wealth
• Luke 16:10 — Faithful with little, trusted with much
• Romans 13:8 — Live debt-free and love well
• 1 Timothy 6:17–19 — Be rich in good works and generosity

3 WAYS TO UNLOCK THE MONEY LEVEL:
1️⃣ Do everything you can to show you TRUST Him.
→ Tithe faithfully, not emotionally. Recognize God as the Owner.
→ Trust invites blessing, protection, and provision.

2️⃣ Do everything you can to show you are TRUSTWORTHY.
→ Be responsible: budget, work diligently, honor commitments.
→ Get out of debt. Live beneath your means. Practice "Not Right Now."

3️⃣ Do everything you can to show you CARE about what He cares about.
→ Live generously. Use your money, your home, your car, your skills, your business, and your life to build the Kingdom.
→ God gives more to those who use what they have for His glory.

Generosity isn’t an emotional event — it’s a lifestyle

This week’s message, “Praise Goes First,” is a powerful reminder that worship isn’t just something we do—it’s how we fight our battles. Before the strategy, before the breakthrough, before the miracle... praise comes first. 

In 2 Chronicles 20, Jehoshaphat faced a vast army with no clear plan—except to seek the Lord. What followed? Worshipers were placed in front of the army, singing, “Give thanks to the Lord, for His love endures forever,” and God fought on their behalf. 

This message weaves through: 

🎯 Isaiah 54 – Make room for what God is about to do. 

⚔️ 2 Chronicles 20 – Praise leads the battle. 

🔥 Acts 5 – If it's from God, nothing can stop it. 

💛 Psalm 33 – 5 reasons to praise, even in pressure. 

God’s heart is for you His word is with you His mind is on you His hand will hold you His eyes are on you Plus: 

🙌🏽 Why your posture of praise changes your position in the battle 

🛡 How praise shifts the atmosphere before the outcome shifts 

📖 Why obedience and worship must walk together No matter what you’re facing, put praise in position. 

Praise is your weapon. Praise is your response. Praise goes first.

WHEN GOD CLOSES A DOOR | Pastor Travis Greene | Forward City Church

What do you do when God says no?
In this powerful message, Pastor Travis unpacks Acts 16 and reminds us that a closed door is not a denial—it’s divine direction. Paul and Silas were blocked twice by the Holy Spirit, not because they were out of order, but because God was setting them up for something greater.
🔥 Key Takeaways:

• God can open ANY door at ANY time for ANYONE.
  
  
• He can also close any door at any time—for a purpose.
  
  
• Closed doors are often a test before the trust of open doors.
  
  
• What looks like a boundary may actually be the bridge to your breakthrough.
  
  

Whether you're facing rejection, redirection, or uncertainty, this message will shift your perspective and help you see the purpose in every pause.

CAN I GET A WITNESS?

Scripture: Acts 1:8-9 (NLT)“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses…”

In this powerful message, we explore what it truly means to be a witness for Christ. It's not just about knowing the Gospel—it's about living it. Your life, your story, and your consistency speak louder than words.

📖 Key Themes:
 What makes a good witness?
 The difference between an expert witness, a character witness, and an eyewitness.
 Why secondhand faith can’t overcome firsthand struggles.
 How the enemy can’t stop your salvation, but will try to silence your testimony.
 The power of our testimony in defeating the accuser (Revelation 12:11).

🔥 A real witness is:
 Honest
 Clear
 Unashamed
 Consistent

Because the strength of your testimony isn't in how eloquent you are—it's in how consistently you live it.
🗣️ Someone needs to hear what God has done in your life. Will you speak up?
#CanIGetAWitness #Testimony #Acts1 #HolySpiritPower #ChristianLiving #GospelWitness #FaithInAction

I NEED A DRINK | Pastor Travis Greene
Scripture: John 4:6–15

We all know what it feels like to be empty — to be tired, worn out, and searching for something to satisfy a thirst deep within. In this powerful message, Pastor Travis Greene walks us through the story of the Samaritan woman and reminds us that Jesus doesn't just want to fill us — He wants to transform us.

When Jesus asked the woman for a drink, He was doing more than requesting water — He was inviting her into a divine exchange. Because when GOD wants a drink…
1️⃣ He positions you
2️⃣ He prepares you
3️⃣ He promotes you

The same way He met her at the well, He’s meeting you — right where you are. And He’s not offering temporary relief. He’s offering Living Water that never runs dry.

📖 “Whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst again…” — John 4:14

In this powerful message titled “Just1More,” Pastor Micahn Carter reminds us of the real mission of the Church — to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:9-10).

Church isn’t a building. It’s not an event. It’s not a seat or a service time.

The Church is a people — a movement — the called-out ones.

We aren’t called out from something just to sit… we’re called out for Someone, to go and find the one who’s missing.

Through Luke 15 and Luke 19, Pastor Micahn breaks down what it truly means to be the Church and challenges us to step outside of religious routines and into real-life pursuit — not for numbers, but for names.

Whether it's the lost sheep, the lost coin, or the lost son — we don’t wait for people to come in…

We GO OUT to get them.

No matter how full the room gets… we still believe in Just. One. More.