Our vision and purpose is to be a church that is fresh, real, and powerful! Below is compilation of messages from Jurgen & Leanne Matthesius, our C3 team, and other world-class guest speakers!
The C3 Church San Diego // AUDIO podcast is truly a blessing to listen to. With a focus on building a strong relationship with God, this podcast provides the blueprint for not only a good relationship with God but also with family, friends, and coworkers. It equips listeners with the tools to fight against the enemy and encourages them to live a life of faith and courage. One of the best aspects of this podcast is that it features both male and female pastors, giving diversity and allowing different perspectives to be heard. The messages delivered by these pastors are powerful, courageous, and unique, inspiring listeners to deepen their understanding of the Word.
One of the worst aspects of this podcast is that it may not be for everyone. Some people may find the teachings too deep or challenging as they present truth in its raw and pure form. Additionally, some listeners may prefer a different style or approach to preaching. However, this is subjective and may vary from person to person.
In conclusion, The C3 Church San Diego // AUDIO podcast is highly recommended for those seeking spiritual growth and encouragement. The messages are biblically grounded and speak truth in love. Whether you are new in your faith journey or have been walking with God for years, this podcast will impact your life in profound ways. The dedication and hard work put into creating such a wonderful resource by Pastors Jurgen and Leanne are commendable. This church stands for truth, love, and empowerment, ultimately changing lives for the better.
The Bible teaches that there is massive conflict and warfare in the spirit realm between the spirit of this world and the spirit of God. Both of these dimensions are defined by and established by words. The word reveals which kingdom you are of.
During a moment of overwhelming challenges and oppression from a spirit of intimidation, King Hezekiah takes a moment to pray to God. God answers him profoundly and says "Because you have prayed... I have heard you." God then defeats Judah's enemies on their behalf. In this powerful message, Ps. Mike explores how to not bow to the spirit of intimidation in our own lives.
As Christians, we have an advantage in this life—and His name is Holy Spirit. In this practical message, Ps. Jon paints a picture of who He is and how we can live with this advantage.
In this inspiring message, Ps. Marco equips us to uproot the demonic strongholds that might be influencing our lives, so that we can enjoy the freedom that is in Christ—and be the light that we've called to be!
People don't appreciate the importance of the Holy Spirit or how to relate to Him. In this power-packed message, Ps. Mike talks about honoring the Holy Spirit.
Ps. Gary uncovers how God renews our hearts, through His constant presence, unwavering advocacy, and limitless power. This sermon reveals how God's heart restores us, fights for us, and works beyond our limitations to bring new life and hope.
Our Heavenly Father is the Father of lights and His house is a house of light and life. Jesus came to restore the Father to His crown jewel and masterpiece of creation—us. He hasn't just longed for reconciliation with his sons and daughters, but for the revealing of His sons and daughters to the world the way we were designed and intended. Let's together build our Father's house with His Biblical Blueprints.
In this profound message, Ps. Matt explores “Rolling Stones,” a powerful message about how dads can embrace their God‑given authority to lead and prosper their families. Discover practical, biblical steps to break through barriers, roll away obstacles, and cultivate a legacy of spiritual strength.
Fathers carry the responsibility to set the atmosphere for their household. In this Father's Day message, Ps. Michael explains how creating a fun house can bring freedom, but it takes work!
A good builder knows what tools to use and when to use them. As fathers, we need to get the right tools in our tool belts to build and lead our homes well. This message draws on four tools that Ps. Samuel's father gave him that helped to build a home full of life and strength.
Oftentimes, we wait on God, but He moves when we move. God wants our heart and our trust. In this profound message, Ps. Katy helps us cultivate an intimate relationship with our heavenly Father.
There are many of us that have become citizens of Heaven when we accepted the sacrifice that God made for us; however, many of us still live divided, like we are citizens of the world. On this Father's Day, Ps. Morgan discusses the effects of an unhealed father wound.
Jesus fathered His disciples. In the same way, God as a Father comes alongside of us and helps us finish our own race. In this captivating message, Ps. Mike shows us the power of a father to help us finish what we started.
On this Father's Day, three incredible Balboa fathers bring a powerful and hopeful message on this day and on the importance of sonship and fathers.
There are portals and doorways through which the kingdom of God is brought into the earth. Angels ascend and descend through these portals. In this incredible message, Ps. Jurgen asks the profound question, “Is it possible to set such portals up in our lives?”
God does His deepest work in the hidden places, shaping us in silence like the stones of Solomon's temple—prepared in private before being revealed in purpose. In this powerful message, Ps. Mike explores how we are the living stones of the temple of the Holy Spirit.
In order for our financial world to prosper, we must first live with a Kingdom vision. In this insightful message, Ps. Leanne helps us to see that a Kingdom vision and financial responsibility go hand-in-hand.
A life connected to God is a blessed life...when we live God's way! In this practical message, Ps. Lisa goes over areas of our lives that we need to ensure are in right order to live the life God has for us.
On this Pentecost Sunday, Ps. Colin encourages us to depend on God's power. Tune into this powerful message that will explore this nature-changing event.
In this powerful panel, Ps. Melissa pulls the gold out of the Cecena's and the Moffett's on how their life was transformed at Awaken and how they are now helping to transform others lives.
Vision Builders is when preparation meets opportunity. We need to be attached to something bigger than ourselves and that is what Vision Builders is for. In this power-packed message, Ps. Mike encourages us to curb our comfort and to give our resources a purpose. Join us as we go from consumer to contributor.
There is nothing more fruitful and fulfilling than serving in the house of God. In this practical message, Stephanie and Eli teach us how to connect to purpose and community.
God sits on a throne and beneath that throne is a river that flows and brings life. Heaven is a flow—it is either flowing to you or away from you. In this practical message, Ps. Jurgen teaches us how to capture heaven's flow!
There is nothing more fruitful and fulfilling than serving in the house of God. In this practical message, Cindy and Jon teach us how to connect to purpose and community.
God can and will provide miracles, and it's our job to steward and remain faithful. In this practical and powerful message, Ps. Matt and Mikala teach us to be able to maintain the miracles God provides.
We are now entering into a flow state! In this practical message, Paul teaches us to re-dig the wells, so the living water of heaven flows freely in us and through us.
The definition of the word serenity is “the state of being calm, at peace, or untroubled,” and this is exactly what is promised to us by Jesus who in Isaiah 9:6 is called the "Prince of Peace.”
Sometimes we allow circumstance to devalue us, but isn't our value greater? We are worth more than the birds of the air. In this encouraging message, Ps. Tracey gives us value for our next season.
When we face challenges, delays, or disappointment can we still believe In the goodness and faithfulness of God? Can we trust His timing? Be encouraged today to keep trusting and believing, and you shall reap if you do not lose heart.
The Bible warns us explicitly against being subjugated by the spirit of mammon. It tells us we should not become its servant or slave. Jesus spoke more than half of his parables on money. God wants you to have money, He doesn't want money to have you!
In this practical message, Ps. Katy breaks down what it means to be heirs with Christ and how it shapes our decisions, worldview, and posture. Let this message call you into the fullness of a life lived for Christ, and a life of surrender and abundance!
In order for our financial world to prosper, we must first live with a Kingdom vision. In this insightful message, Ps. Leanne helps us to see that a Kingdom vision and financial responsibility go hand-in-hand.
We must honor God with our first and best— trusting Him for supernatural provision. In this power-packed message, Ps. Matt calls us to give with faith, knowing that where our treasure is, our heart follows—and God is faithful to overflow every area of our lives.
We often get tight around money; but, here at Awaken, we encourage people to find the freedom in prospering and living God's way. Tune into this powerful message from Ps. Matt as he shares around Vision Builders.
Giving and sacrificing isn't only about money, it's about the miracles that will be birthed out of our lives. In this incredible message, Ps. Jon awakens us to a God that is all powerful.
Your greatest place of pain can become your greatest place of fruitfulness! Walking through the story of Joseph, Ps. Melissa gives us tools to get through the most trying times and come out healed, whole, and ready to serve others.
The beautiful thing about our church is that people come in one way, and then they leave a different way. This is true transformation—and it's what our God does. In this power-packed message, Ps. Colin lays out the keys to transformation. We are made for more, but what's the process to getting there?
Throughout the Bible, we see that God is not a God who sits back and remains distant from His people, but that he is actively seeking them. God is a God who looks for ways to get involved, not one who looks for ways to stay away.
It's been nearly 20 years of Awaken Church, and God has done exceedingly more! It all started with Vision Builders—taking territory and transforming lives. Tune into this message as Ps. Marco interviews Ps. Jurgen on the journey of our beautiful church.
Many of us are currently in a season of building—building a family, building a business, building a ministry, etc. See how the word of God acts as our greatest weapon to defend and protect us as we are in a building season. Just as he did for the Jews in the Old Testament, our God will fight for us and He uses His word to do so!
All we do is win in the Kingdom of God. God math equates to winning with God, because as Ps. Caleb exclaims, "In all things, God works for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose." The sword is ours!
We are all in the search for the miraculous. But that search brings us on a journey into ourselves, to discover true intimacy with God and renewed identity in Christ. Only when we learn to hear God's voice can we fully step into the realities of heaven on earth.
God is not looking for an army of task-doers to fulfill His purposes in the Earth. He is building a family of sons and daughters that bear His likeness. In this powerful message, Ps. Mike unpacks a very powerful prayer that Jesus, the perfect son, prays to His Father.
As a Vietnam War veteran, Dave suffered a life-changing injury that left him severely disfigured. Instead of letting this tragedy define him, he overcame the circumstance with faith. Tune into this Memorial Day message from Dave that will inspire you!
So much of the military can be translated to the Kingdom of God. Just as in the military, the Kingdom is about sacrifice and service. Tune into this panel as Lauren, Rich, and Ritchie share their experience in a life full of service to God and unto others.
Ps. Kenny reflects on the Biblical journey on the Israelites from Egypt to the promise land and how this journey reflects in our own lives.
Jesus said He will build His church on this rock and the gates of hell will not prevail against it. It is not enough to live this life, rather we need to build our lives in His house. In this powerful message, Ps. Jesse shows us how to go from the ordinary to the extraordinary life God has in store for us.
On Memorial Day weekend, we remember the fighting spirit of our American revolutionaries. In this power-packed message, Eric shows us how to apply it in our own day.
Jacob spent 14 years serving another man's vision to be able to possess the promises of God. Joshua dwelt in the tent of God long after Moses left, spending more time in the Lord's presence. Our steadfast nature requires a vision for things of God and a dwelling with Jesus that is more than quid pro quo, but rather a life of devotion and relationship.
In a world that treats everything lightly, Ps. Matt calls us back to the spiritual weight of honor in gravity: The Pull of Honor. Discover how honoring God, others, and yourself aligns us with Heaven's culture, stabilizes our lives, and invites divine favor. This powerful message challenges us to live with substance, reverence, and intentionality in every area of life.
Many have suffered the loss of those we love. In this inspiring message, Ps. Charles teaches us how to grieve the loss, remember the impact, and carry on the mission of those we love. Let's honor their legacy by growing the seed of faith they planted in us.