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Why does God's wisdom so often feel upside-down? In this message, Ps. Alex explores how the Holy Spirit leads us to live in alignment with a Kingdom that often defies human logic. Discover why real success, real discernment, and real obedience will sometimes look foolish to the world—but are right on track with Heaven.

In this powerful sermon, Ps. Lucas explores the parable of the sower, diving into the different types of soil that represent the conditions of our hearts. Listen now and learn how to transform your heart into good soil, ready to bear fruit for His Kingdom!

If you don't guard your heart, then God has to clean your heart. In this revealing message, Ps. Matt helps us walk out the verse in Proverbs 4:23, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” 

Casey explores the words of Jesus in John 16:7 and why the Holy Spirit isn't a consolation prize—but the empowering, guiding presence of God Himself. From honoring His presence to depending on His power, this power-packed message calls us to walk closely with the Spirit, trim our wicks, and keep the fire of God burning in our lives.

“Stop Trying to Fix Your Heart” is a powerful, prophetic invitation to the church to the true and full freedom Jesus gave His life for us to have. In a time where the Holy Spirit is confronting compromise in the Church, this message calls us back to full surrender. God doesn't ask us to repair our broken hearts—He offers to give us new ones. Through the stories of David, Samson, and our own struggles with performance, father wounds, and false healing, this message brings clarity and hope: you don't have to live divided. You don't have to carry what God wants to crucify. If you've been stuck, striving, or managing brokenness on your own, get ready for breakthrough. Conviction isn't condemnation—it's God clearing the way for transformation. When we surrender fully, He creates something brand new.

The Holy Spirit has a job; he was sent to perform and fulfill roles. In this power-packed message, Ps. Sterling focuses on teaching about the Holy Spirit being a revealer. 

In this revealing message, Joel unpacks our true identity in Christ and shows us who He is to us, so that we can develop an intimate relationship with Him in the secret place. The goal is that we would become mature sons and daughters who walk in total identity and authority in Christ—breaking patterns of consumerism and performance.

Anything that's hidden remains in the power of darkness. In this revealing message, Ps. Mike encourages us to be holy in all of our conduct and gives us teaching around the why behind purity.

What's possible for you is not defined by your history, but it's defined by your hunger. In this power-packed message, Rex encourages us in knowing that God is able to do exceedingly more. 

In a world overwhelmed by discouragement, God calls us to be a Barnabas—full of faith, full of the Spirit, and full of encouragement. In this power-packed message, Ps. Matt outlines how to be encouraged by the Lord himself.

What's possible for you is not defined by your history, but it's defined by your hunger. In this power-packed message, Rex encourages us in knowing that God is able to do exceedingly more. 

Based on his award-winning memoir, Maria's Scarf, Zoro's journey from the slums to the spotlight as a world-renowned drummer is an unforgettable, heartwarming, heartbreaking, hilarious, and hopeful story that will inspire you never to give up. To learn more about Zoro, go to zorothedrummer.com.

The Bible highlights a God who regularly chooses to encounter human beings to give them a transformational moment to bring about a transformational movement in civilization. Tune into this powerful message from Ps. Jurgen as he uncovers the transformational power of God.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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?”

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Everybody faces battles of various sorts at various times in their lives. The best battles to fight are the Lord's battles, because the outcome and the spoils are out of this world! Literally!

Life is better when you know your why! Motives define us; good motives bring good life.

It's easy to leave, but can you stay where God has you? In this powerful message, Ps. Matt details the supernatural power of God to stay with certainty. 

Life is full of changes—some good, some bad—how do we handle them? Learn the pause, the process, and the promise of this season, so you come out on top!

God created woman from man. He created her to complete mankind. He also created her to bring life and fulfill the command to Adam to be fruitful and multiply. There is nothing more magnificent to behold than that of a mother in her divine life-giving, life-nurturing, and life-bringing role. In this power-packed message, Ps. Jurgen describes that celebration that this day carries, and the divine call of motherhood. 

In this powerful Mother's Day message, Ps. Leanne inspires and challenges every mother and mom-figure in the room. 

In “Knowing God" Pastor Morgan brings a powerful message that challenges common misconceptions about God's nature—shifting the focus from religion and rules to relationship and restoration. Drawing from personal testimony and biblical examples, this sermon reveals how—from Genesis through the Exodus, through the time of Jesus—God consistently pursues connection before correction, and love before law. Whether you've known God for years or are just beginning your search, this message invites you to experience the Father's heart and discover that God isn't looking for performance—He's looking for you.

Dive into one of Awaken Church's core values: a house of transformation. Drawing from Romans 12:1–2, Casey explores how God reshapes our lives—from the inside out—through personal surrender, family alignment, and church unity. From the altar to the table, this message will challenge and inspire you to become the person God intended.

In this powerful message, Noah and Ps. Deshauwn share their personal testimonies of being consecrated to Him in all circumstances. 

We are called to connect to our community and to our purpose. Listen to these three incredible speakers who share the core values of our DNA.

The Bible teaches us to not lean on our own understanding, but to acknowledge God in all our ways. The five senses are insufficient for us to discern correctly, especially the spirit operating behind certain issues. Some of these are nefarious and result in catastrophe and great loss. This message is good news: you don't have to live limited and spiritually blind!

In this powerful message, Ps. Leanne re-tells the story of the rich, young ruler and shares insight from his life that we all can glean from.

Discipleship isn't just learning about God, it's learning to know and obey God. It is about moving you from depending on yourself and the things of this world, to depending on God himself. Tune into this message from Ps. Alex to learn about true discipleship.

The children of Israel journeyed out of Egypt and wandered in the wilderness for 40 years. It was an 11-day journey, yet it took 40 years. In this powerful message, Ps. Jurgen shows us the lessons we can learn from that story.

In this powerful message, Ps. Leanne re-tells the story of the rich, young ruler and shares insight from his life that we all can glean from.

In this thriller of a message on this Easter Sunday, we celebrate Jesus getting out of the grave, conquering death. Jesus is the resurrection and the life, and can and will resurrect anything in our lives.

The week leading up to Easter is Holy Week. In this power-packed message, Ps. Jon takes us through the entire week to re-trace the steps of Jesus to see what was important to Him in His last week before His death and resurrection.

In this powerful message, Ps. Mikala shares lessons learned during recovering from surgery, that will help us live set free from pain, and walk into everything God has called us to in life!

In this Palm Sunday episode, Jon unpacks the seriousness of the Gospel—it's not a side hustle, it's a matter of life or death. Through the Parable of the Wedding Feast and Jesus' restoration of Peter, we're reminded that the invitation to the Kingdom is open, but it comes with a call to transformation. This episode will challenge you to examine your love for Jesus and step boldly into the mission He's placed before us.

God doesn't just take us out of our past, our dysfunction, our brokenness, our sinfulness, and our depravity. He delivers us into His righteousness, His promises, His good purposes, and His predestined works. Gideon is delivered from a winepress and into the warrior that he was called to be since birth!

Eric reminds us that while we may not all be "creatives" in the visual and performing arts space, we are all made in the image of God — the ultimate creative who designed the universe! We can all tap into God's creativity to fulfill our purpose and solve problems in our various spheres of influence. Eric shares the power of creating space for God to not only give us creative ideas and solutions for the challenges we face, but also to breathe life on our dreams and make "the impossible" happen.