Discover the powerful spiritual discipline of biblical fasting in 'Dethroning King Appetite.' Learn why Jesus spoke of fasting as an expectation for believers, not an option. This teaching explores how fasting specifically means abstaining from food for spiritual purposes and how it works alongside prayer and giving to address the three most powerful idols in our lives: King Mammon (money), King Busyness (time), and King Appetite (physical desires). Understand what biblical fasting is and isn't - it's not manipulating God, not a weight loss program, and not for public recognition. Instead, fasting is pursuing God rather than outcomes, aligning with God's will, creating physical reminders of spiritual hunger, and worshiping through weakness. Get practical guidelines for different types of fasts: complete, partial, time-limited, and single-meal fasts. Learn how to prepare spiritually, pair fasting with prayer, and approach fasting from a place of identity rather than for identity. Perfect for Christians seeking deeper spiritual disciplines, those struggling with putting physical desires before spiritual growth, anyone curious about biblical fasting, believers wanting to break free from worldly attachments, and those seeking God's direction in their lives. Discover how dethroning King Appetite through fasting makes room for Christ to reign supreme in every area of your life.🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence

Discover the life-changing difference between confession and true repentance through the powerful story of Jonah and Nineveh. This message explores how God offers second chances to everyone—from biblical figures like David, Peter, and Paul to each of us today.Learn why many religious people never experience true transformation despite their words and activities. The Ninevites' response to Jonah's warning demonstrates what genuine repentance looks like: not just saying the right words, but taking decisive action that demonstrates a complete turnaround.Key insights include:- The nature of God as the giver of second chances- Why confession without action falls short- How the king of Nineveh demonstrated true humility- The difference between religious activity and spiritual transformation- What Jesus meant when He said not everyone who calls Him 'Lord' will enter heaven- The authentic fruit that comes from true repentance- How prayer aligns us with God rather than changing HimThis message will challenge you to move beyond surface-level Christianity to experience the deep transformation that comes through genuine repentance. Perfect for anyone struggling with recurring sin patterns, feeling stuck in their spiritual growth, or wondering why their faith doesn't seem to produce lasting change.Keywords: repentance, transformation, Jonah, Nineveh, second chances, spiritual growth, confession vs repentance, fruit of the Spirit, prayer, surrender to God, Christian living, spiritual transformation, Bible study, overcoming sin, spiritual maturity, kingdom of God, born again experience, revival, spiritual awakening, heart change.🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence

Discover the transformative power of confession through the story of Jonah in this insightful message. When Jonah ran from God's call to preach to Nineveh, he found himself in the belly of a great fish—a place of darkness and isolation. It was there that he offered a prayer of confession that changed everything.This teaching explores why confession is essential to our spiritual growth and healing. While many believe confession is only between them and God, Scripture paints a different picture. James 5:16 directly connects confession to others with physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Could the breakthrough you're seeking be waiting on the other side of your willingness to confess?Learn how the 'lone ranger Christian' mentality contradicts biblical teaching about community and accountability. God designed us to bear one another's burdens and walk together in transparency. After Jonah's confession, God gave him a second chance at his calling—a pattern that reveals how confession opens the door to new opportunities.This message provides practical steps for incorporating biblical confession into your life, including finding a discipleship partner, starting small, and praying for one another. Discover how creating a culture of vulnerability can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.Keywords: Jonah, confession, healing, prayer, accountability, spiritual growth, second chances, biblical community, transparency, vulnerability, discipleship, divine purpose, restoration, forgiveness, Christian living, spiritual breakthrough, overcoming shame, church community, biblical teaching, spiritual disciplines, Christian relationships, spiritual transformation, God's calling, running from God, divine purpose, spiritual journey, repentance, spiritual healing, emotional healing, Christian accountability, biblical confession🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence

In this powerful message from Jonah 1, Pastor Eythan challenges us to recognize when we’re fighting storms that aren’t even ours to fight. Drawing from the sailors’ desperate prayer and decision to release Jonah, we learn the importance of humble, authentic prayer and the freedom that comes when we release what God never intended us to carry. Through personal stories and biblical insight, discover how to let go of guilt, shame, unforgiveness, and burdens that keep you stuck—and step into the peace and purpose God has for you.

📖 Key Passage: Jonah 1:1–16

🎯 Main Theme: Pray humbly, release the burden, and trust God’s plan.

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Discover the transformative story of King Hezekiah and what it teaches us about personal faith in difficult times. This message explores how God relates to us individually through Hezekiah's contrasting prayer experiences—one filled with confidence during a national crisis, and another marked by raw honesty during personal illness. Learn how Hezekiah, who became king at 25, overcame his father's idolatrous legacy to lead Israel back to God. When the mighty Assyrian empire threatened Jerusalem, Hezekiah demonstrated remarkable faith by bringing the enemy's threatening letter directly to God's temple. The result? A miraculous overnight victory without Israel lifting a single sword. But the most powerful lesson comes when Hezekiah faces terminal illness. His faith wavers as he questions whether God cares about his personal pain as much as national concerns. Turning his face to the wall in grief, he offers not a polished religious prayer but raw, honest tears. God's immediate response reveals a profound truth: He answers not just grand, confident prayers but also our broken, honest cries. This message addresses common spiritual struggles: Is God only interested in His big plan, or does He care about my individual pain? Do I need to have perfect faith for God to hear me? What happens when I feel invisible to God? Perfect for anyone feeling overlooked by God, struggling with illness, facing impossible situations, or wondering if their personal prayers matter. Discover the comfort of knowing God as El Roi—the God who sees you personally—and learn how to approach Him with honesty rather than religious performance. Keywords: faith in crisis, honest prayer, personal relationship with God, King Hezekiah, biblical encouragement, spiritual doubt, divine healing, God who sees, El Roi, overcoming fear, spiritual transformation, biblical leadership, trusting God, prayer breakthrough, feeling invisible to God, Christian hope, Old Testament lessons, spiritual warfare, divine intervention, faith during illness.🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence

Carrying the Presence of God: What Does It Mean to Make God Central?Discover the profound biblical pattern of God's desire to dwell among His people and what it means for your prayer life today. This message explores how King David's heart for God's presence differed from King Saul's approach, and why this matters for Christians now.Learn about the journey of the Ark of the Covenant in Israel's history and how it represents God's presence moving from central to peripheral in their national life. When God's presence is relegated to a side place rather than kept central, people begin doing what seems right in their own eyes—a pattern that continues in modern spiritual life.Understand the difference between seeking God for answers versus seeking Him for alignment, and how prayer can be transformed when we focus on God's presence rather than just His provision. This teaching reveals how Jesus fulfilled God's desire to dwell with His people, and how we now—both individually and collectively—have become God's temple through the Holy Spirit.Key topics include:- The biblical history of God's dwelling place- The contrast between David and Saul's approach to God- Why Christianity is designed to be communal, not solitary- How to make God central in your prayer life- The importance of fellowship in creating a collective templeThis message will challenge you to examine whether God is truly central in your life or merely occupying a side place. Discover practical ways to carry God's presence through prayer and prioritize fellowship with other believers as a reflection of God's desire to dwell among His people.Keywords: prayer, presence of God, King David, Ark of the Covenant, temple of God, Holy Spirit, Christian fellowship, spiritual growth, biblical history, worship, Christian community, spiritual disciplines🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence

Discover the powerful connection between prayer and the gospel in this enlightening message about building an altar God won't ignore. Learn why some prayers receive answers while others don't by examining the first prayer in Scripture that God ignored—King Saul's self-serving request. Understand how the Apostle Paul modeled gospel-shaped prayer that centered on God's purposes rather than personal gain. This message reveals the stark difference between covenant-focused prayers that God honors and self-focused prayers He may ignore. Explore practical ways to transform your prayer life by shifting from asking 'What can You do for me?' to 'How can I align with You?' Discover the true meaning of praying 'in Jesus' name' beyond just using it as a closing phrase. If you're seeking to deepen your prayer life, overcome spiritual stagnation, or understand why some prayers seem unanswered, this message provides biblical insights and practical applications. Learn to build your prayer life on God's agenda rather than your own, making worship and drawing near to God your primary purpose. Perfect for anyone wanting to experience more meaningful communion with God through prayer that aligns with His heart and purposes.🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence

Discover the profound biblical origins of prayer and its intimate connection to the Gospel in this enlightening message. Learn why prayer is far more than just asking God for things—it's about aligning ourselves with His divine will and surrendering to His purposes. The message traces prayer back to Genesis 4:26 when 'men began to call upon the name of the Lord,' revealing how this pivotal moment was connected to humanity's longing for God's promised redeemer. Explore the biblical phrase 'call upon the name of the Lord' that appears throughout Scripture from Abraham to the New Testament, and understand how it fundamentally means responding to God's promises by asking Him to fulfill them. This teaching contrasts true prayer with the original sin in Eden—instead of taking God's place, prayer puts God back on the throne of our hearts. Learn practical ways to center your prayer life around Jesus, making surrender your priority before bringing requests. Perfect for Christians seeking to deepen their prayer life, those struggling with unanswered prayers, or anyone wanting to understand the biblical foundations of connecting with God. Keywords: prayer origins, biblical prayer, calling on God's name, Genesis prayer, Jesus-centered prayer, prayer transformation, spiritual surrender, unanswered prayer, prayer priorities, Christian spiritual growth, biblical foundations, gospel connection, prayer meaning, spiritual alignment, God's promises.

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Discover what happens when Christianity is taken to its fullest expression—not violence, but selfless love. This message explores the stark contrast between misrepresented Christian extremism and the true radical nature of following Jesus. Learn how Jesus rebuked violence and demonstrated that authentic faith leads to sacrifice, not harm. Explore how Christians should respond to current events and misrepresentations of faith by standing for love, upholding Scripture, and recognizing that God's kindness leads to repentance. The message unpacks three powerful principles from Elijah's showdown with the prophets of Baal: repairing broken faith, making room for unprecedented moves of God, and surrendering our need to control spiritual outcomes. If you're seeking to understand true Christianity, influence culture through Christ-like living, or prepare for genuine revival, this teaching provides biblical insights on positioning yourself for God's glory rather than manufacturing religious experiences. Perfect for believers wanting to represent Christ accurately in a confused world and for anyone questioning what authentic Christianity really looks like when fully embraced.🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence

The Pursuit of Freedom: Finding True Liberty in God's Spirit explores the profound difference between worldly freedom and the genuine liberty found in God's presence. While America celebrates independence from tyranny, Christians celebrate freedom from sin's bondage through Jesus Christ. This message examines 2 Corinthians 3:17, revealing that true freedom comes only through pursuing God's Spirit. The world's definition of freedom—doing whatever feels good—actually leads to slavery, as Jesus taught in John 8. In contrast, believers experience liberation through Christ's sacrifice, being crucified with Him and raised to walk in newness of life. This isn't just future freedom but abundant life today, with complete victory over sin through God's power. When believers stumble, they should fall forward toward Jesus, maintaining freedom by fixing their eyes on Him and eradicating sin completely. Unlike national independence that required tremendous sacrifice, the price for spiritual freedom has already been paid through Christ's blood. This message challenges listeners to pursue God's Spirit wholeheartedly, treat sin as the enemy it is, and live in the freedom Christ purchased. Christian freedom, spiritual liberty, overcoming sin, Holy Spirit power, victory in Christ, abundant life, freedom from bondage, spiritual independence, God's presence, true freedom, breaking sin's chains, living in liberty, Christian discipleship, spiritual transformation, new life in Christ.🌐 Websitehttps://theshed.church📘 Facebook / theshedatprovence 📷 Instagram / theshed.church 🎵 TikTok / theshed.church 📺 YouTube / @theshedatprovence