In this episode of Wake Up Speak Up Podcast, Emerson & Hope tackle one of the most urgent issues of our generation — the spiritual roots of political chaos and the deep iniquity gripping the church.The first half dives into reflecting on the recent events surrounding Charlie Kirk's tragic death and what’s really behind the political confusion in America — revealing why the Gospel of Jesus Christ must be proclaimed now more than ever.The second half exposes the quiet epidemic of pornography among believers and pastors, drawing on the latest 2024 Barna study, which shows alarming statistics within church leadership. Emerson and Hope discuss how to confront sin, pursue purity, and walk in true freedom through the power of the cross.🔥 In this episode:• The real cause behind political and moral collapse• Why cultural solutions can’t fix spiritual problems• What the Barna 2024 study reveals about porn use among Christians and pastors• How to identify and overcome deep iniquity• Why revival begins with the church stepping out🎧 Hosted by: Emerson & Hope Amparo✝️ Wake Up Speak Up Podcast — calling a generation to wake up to truth and speak up for Jesus.

In Episode 14 of the Wake Up Speak Up Podcast, Emerson and Hope open up honestly about their own struggles and how God brought freedom. Hope shares her journey through sexual abuse, while Emerson shares his battle with pornography addiction. Together, we talk about:

• The lies we believed and how the enemy uses shame

• The scriptures that gave us strength (Romans 6, 1 Corinthians 10:13, James 4:7, Hebrews 4:15-16)

• Practical steps we took to break free and walk in victory

• How God’s grace restores and empowers us to live differently

This episode is for anyone who feels trapped by sin, shame, or temptation. We want you to know: freedom in Christ is possible.

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In Episode 13 of the Wake Up, Speak Up podcast, we explore what it truly means to abide in Christ—not just in theory, but in daily life as believers. We open the Word of God and discuss powerful scriptures like John 15, and share what we’re learning and still growing in when it comes to remaining in Jesus.We also touch on how abiding impacts every area of life—including marriage, relationships, and personal struggles—and why abiding is essential for bearing fruit as followers of Jesus.Whether you're a new believer or have been walking with the Lord for years, this episode will encourage you to go deeper in your relationship with Him.👣 Topics We Cover:- What it practically means to abide in Christ- How abiding transforms your mindset and lifestyle- The connection between abiding and bearing spiritual fruit- Why abiding matters in busy or dry seasons- How marriage and relationships are affected when you're rooted in Christ

In Episode 12 of the Wake Up Speak Up Podcast, we sit down for a conversation with our dear brother in Christ, Louis Wilson, about living with godly standards and keeping the right motives in ministry. Louis shares his testimony of growing up in church, falling away, and truly giving his life to the Lord Jesus Christ in his mid-20s.We discuss:How Louis came to know the Lord after years of attending church but not fully surrenderingThe struggles of relationships as a believer and why godly standards matterWhat he’s learned about walking in purity and seeking a spouse who loves JesusParts of the ministry he currently serves in and the lessons he’s learned along the wayThe importance of having the right motive when doing the work of the ministryWhy spiritual maturity and guarding your heart matters in both relationships and ministryIf you’ve ever wrestled with relationships as a Christian or questioned your motives in serving God, this episode will encourage and challenge you.

In this episode, we sit down with Symara St. Jean as she shares some of her powerful testimony of coming to know Jesus at a young age—despite not being raised in a Christian home. From discovering faith on her own, to becoming a devoted wife, mother, and ministry partner. Now serving alongside her husband, an associate pastor at RAVEN Daytona Church in Florida, Symara talks openly about what it means to be a godly wife and raise her children in the Lord, even while serving actively in ministry. She also shares her experience walking through loss, and how God met her in that pain—proving Himself faithful in grief, motherhood, and purpose.Whether you’re a mom, a wife, or a woman who has experienced deep hurt, this episode will encourage you: you don’t have to sit out of your calling because of motherhood, marriage, or grief. God is able to use your story for His glory.Whether you're a young woman seeking godly direction, someone from a non-faith background, or just looking for inspiration, this episode will encourage you to trust God’s timing and guidance.

In this episode of Wake Up, Speak Up, I sit down with my brother in Christ, Zach, who shares a raw and powerful testimony of how God radically transformed his life.

Zach grew up in a broken home and was surrounded by street influences, but God had a greater plan. After years of running, Zach encountered the love and truth of Jesus Christ—and everything changed. Now he’s a passionate intern at RAVEN Ministries International Training Center, learning to walk in boldness, obedience, and purpose.

Whether you’ve come from a rough background or just feel lost and far from God, Zach’s story will remind you that no one is too far gone for Jesus.

📍In this episode:

• Zach’s upbringing and street-influenced past

• His powerful encounter with Jesus

• How God led him to RAVEN Ministries

• What he’s learning as a ministry intern

• Encouragement for anyone wanting to walk in freedom

🔥 This episode is for the one who feels stuck, distant, or unsure if God can really change them.

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In Episode 9 of Wake Up, Speak Up, Hope Amparo sits down with her cousin and lifelong friend Alyssa Wilson for a deep and honest conversation about growing up in the church—but not truly living for God.

Alyssa shares:

• What made her get serious about her walk with Jesus

• The tension between chasing worldly success and following Christ

• How God used the RAVEN Ministries International Training Center to transform her life

• The benefit of courtship as a Christian before marriage

If you’ve ever grown up in church but struggled to make your faith your own—or felt the pull between culture and calling—this episode will encourage and challenge you.

🎧 Listen now and be reminded that surrender brings freedom.

Join us as I sit down with my dear brother in the Lord, Pastor Thomas. Over our eight years of friendship and serving together in ministry, I’ve witnessed some of his incredible journey. Growing up in the church, Pastor Thomas became deeply committed to the Lord during his time as an intern at Raven Ministries International Training Center. Now, he’s taken a bold step into full-time ministry as an associate pastor at RAVEN Daytona at 24 years old, and has been serving in that role for two years. In this conversation, we talk about his testimony of coming to Christ, what it’s really like to answer the call of God at a young age, leadership, hearing from the Lord and more.

In this episode of Wake Up Speak Up, my wife and I sit down with my mother-in-law and father-in-law (Pastor Alex Hill & Holly Hill) for a heartfelt conversation about their journey to Christ and the life-changing power of the Holy Spirit.

We explore:

• ​ How their testimonies led them into a deeper walk with Jesus
• ​ Why the Holy Spirit is essential in the life of every believer
• ​ What it truly means to be filled or baptized in the Holy Spirit
• ​ The difference between religious effort and Spirit-empowered living
• ​ Misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and what the Bible really teaches

If you’ve ever asked, “Do I really need the Holy Spirit?” — this episode is for you.

🎙️ This is a powerful, honest, and eye-opening conversation that will stir your faith and encourage you to seek more of God’s presence and power in your life.

Welcome to Episode 6 of Wake Up Speak Up! In this powerful conversation, I sit down with my brother-in-law Judah as he opens up about growing up in the ministry, the unique challenges of being a pastor’s kid (PK), and his honest take on the state of the church today.

We talk about:

• The pressures and expectations PKs face

• Finding identity beyond the pulpit

• Church culture, authenticity, and spiritual growth

• Encouragement for those who feel lost or disconnected from God

Whether you’re a PK yourself, in ministry, or just navigating your faith journey, this episode offers real talk, hope, and perspective.

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