Teen Challenge of Southern California

In one of the most personal and powerful messages of Spiritual Emphasis 2025, Pastor Walter Colace shares his journey through cancer, radiation, and chemotherapy — and how God used every step of suffering to shine His light more brightly. Preached directly to our Teen Challenge alumni, this is a testimony that goes beyond healing; it is a lesson in walking through the fire with the peace of God and the presence of Jesus.   Drawing from Isaiah 26:3, Isaiah 50:10, Psalm 103:1-5, and Daniel 3, Pastor Walter speaks candidly about fear, faith, and the supernatural peace that sustained him: “Ever since I came to Teen Challenge almost 34 years ago, God has had my life in His hands.” “When there was no answer from doctors, I leaned on God's Word.” “You say, 'You're a puzzle to us.' No, I'm a miracle because Jesus is my healer.” Even as he sat in the darkest rooms of the cancer center, Pastor Walter carried a radiant hope and used every moment to share Christ with patients, nurses, and even his oncologist. When doctors said he would lose his ability to eat, speak, or avoid a feeding tube, the Lord sustained him with energy, healing, and boldness to pray for others. “Suffering will always squeeze out of you who you really are. And when the pressure came, Jesus came out.” This message reminds us that suffering is not the end of the story. Just as God protected Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace (Daniel 3), Pastor Walter reminds us: “They said I would burn, but God said, ‘I'll shield you from the effects.'” At the core of this message is the unshakable truth that the light of Christ shines brightest in our darkest seasons. “God puts a comma where Satan tries to put a period. The story isn't over.” If you or someone you know is walking through a season of pain, trial, or uncertainty, let this message give you fresh faith. God is not finished with you. His light will break through. ✨ Stay connected: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook: @socalteenchallenge X (Twitter): @scteenchallenge Website: teenchallenge.org

“Just as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him.” – Colossians 2:6 In this passionate, down-to-earth message, Micah Hale returns to the house where his life was radically changed—Teen Challenge. Preaching from Colossians 2 and 3, Micah urges us to not just start the journey with Christ, but to continue in Him. The walk of faith isn't just about a moment—it's about every step after. With humor, vulnerability, and prophetic challenge, Micah shares what it means to secure your spiritual oxygen mask, put on your new identity, and live out the calling God has placed on your life. From personal stories of loss and transformation to strong reminders about gossip, honor, gentleness, and sacrificial love—this message is a spiritual wake-up call. “Faith isn't just what you say with your mouth. Faith has feet.” “Put off gossip. Put on gentleness. You've never tried this new wardrobe on before.” “Stop trying to earn God's love—He already put His name on you.” “You've been baptized in His love so you can go show it to the world.”

“This is not a sunset—this is a sunrise.” In this powerful message from Mike Conway, we are invited into a deeper revelation of what it means to live unveiled—free from religious striving, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and transformed by the glory of God. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 3:7–18, Mike calls us to stop clinging to performance-based religion and instead surrender to the radiant love and presence of God. The law engraved on stone brought condemnation, but the ministry of the Spirit brings freedom and lasting transformation. What God is doing in you may look messy—but that's exactly where His glory shows up. “God doesn't want your effort—He wants your face.” “Hope glows in the dark.” “God's glory rests on the biggest mess.” Using the contrast between a veiled and unveiled life, this message challenges you to let go of fear, control, and performance and step into the childlike dependence that invites God's presence. You don't have to figure it all out—just reflect His light.

The Ready Heart: Living Fully Surrendered to God Walter Colace delivers a Spirit-led, heart-searching message about what it means to be ready for God's presence. Drawing from Scripture and a lifetime of faithful ministry, he calls us to examine our hearts, lay down our pride, and allow the Holy Spirit to prepare us for a move of God.

He Took the Stone Away: Resurrection Life Is Yours in Christ In this powerful Spiritual Emphasis message, we are reminded that the same Jesus who rose from the grave is still rolling stones away today—stones of addiction, shame, spiritual death, and broken identity. But more than just moved aside, the stone was taken away. Gone. Removed forever.

From Death to Life: Your New Identity in Christ In this moving and powerful message, Evan Wilkerson opens up about his personal journey through addiction, shame, and hopelessness—and the overwhelming mercy and love of God that brought him back to life. Preaching from Ephesians 2, Evan reminds us that we were once dead in sin, but God, rich in mercy, raised us up and seated us in heavenly places with Christ. You are no longer defined by your past. You are now a beloved child of God, fully forgiven and deeply loved.

The Word Will Keep You: Finding Light in Dark Times Rosie Weir delivers a passionate and truth-filled message on the transforming power of God's Word. With bold conviction and motherly love, she reminds us that we are here today by the grace of God—and if we want to stay free, we must let the truth of Scripture renew our minds, expose lies, and fill our lives with light.

Don't Be Scared. Don't Run. Just Walk. In this passionate and deeply personal message, Pastor Jamal Alexander speaks to the heart of every man and woman in the fight of their life—walking through darkness, struggling with purpose, and tempted to give up. With clarity, compassion, and conviction, he reminds us that darkness is not the end of the story—it's the beginning of creation, the stage of redemption, and the proving ground of purpose.

Your Attitude of Approach: Finding Joy in Life's Roller Coaster Life has its ups and downs—twists, turns, and unexpected drops. In this powerful and deeply personal message, John Meadors shares how your attitude of approach to life determines whether you live defeated or full of joy. From wooden roller coasters to painful trials, this message weaves humor, heartbreak, and hope into a compelling call to rejoice in the Lord always.

Faith That Moves You Forward: Step Out and Trust God In this dynamic and faith-building message, Pastor John Martin delivers a powerful reminder: God didn't call you to stand still—He called you to walk by faith. Whether you're just beginning your journey or have been following Jesus for years, this message will stir your heart to move forward with bold, persevering, life-transforming faith.

The Wonderful Cross: From the Thief's Last Breath to Eternal Life In this compelling and grace-filled message, Pastor Daniel Bentley walks us back to the scene of Calvary—where two criminals hung next to Jesus, but only one walked into Paradise. This is the story of that man, the thief who put his faith in the dying Savior. It's a story that reveals the beauty, simplicity, and power of the Gospel.

The Battle of Submission: Letting God's Will Win In this anointed message, Pastor Ron Brown delivers a heartfelt call to deeper surrender. Drawing from James 4, John 8, and the lives of Peter, Paul, and Moses, Ron calls us to stop trying to do things our way—and let Jesus have full control. Because real spiritual warfare begins not with shouting at the devil—but with submitting to God.

Be Afraid—Be Very, Very Afraid: Harnessing Healthy Fear What if the very thing you're told never to feel—fear—could actually propel you into the life God has for you? In this candid message, Gary Wilkerson reframes fear from a paralyzing enemy into a healthy signal that you're on the brink of something significant. Drawing on heroes like Nehemiah and David—men who admitted their fear yet pressed on—Gary shows how “good fear” prompts us to step out in faith and trust God for the extraordinary.

“The devil has tried to de-story your life—through addiction, trauma, and shame. But this is not where your story ends. God is ready to re-story your life by His love, grace, and power.” In this deeply personal and Spirit-filled message, Nolan Crooks shares his journey of deliverance—from addiction and brokenness into restoration and purpose. Speaking with raw transparency and Holy Spirit fire, Nolan draws a line in the sand for every listener: “What will you do with this moment?” “Some of you have lived so long in the land of grief, you think it's home. But God is calling you out.” “There's a real enemy trying to steal your voice, hijack your identity, and lock you in silence—but God is the Author, and He's not finished writing.” “If you don't surrender it now, it will keep you bound later.” “You've gotten sober—but are you free?” “Every scar, every sin, every secret—God's not afraid of any of it. He wants to speak light into your darkest place.” “Jesus doesn't do partial healing. He comes to make all things new.” “You may have walked into this room in shame—but you can walk out in freedom.” This message is not entertainment. It's a summons.

"God, we're not just asking You to clear the cobwebs—we're asking You to kill the spider.”

In this tender yet bold declaration, Pastor Ron speaks freedom, identity, and spiritual direction over every listener. You are no longer being dragged from place to place by old wounds or former mistakes—you are led by the Spirit as a beloved child of God.

What a tragedy it would be to go through Teen Challenge and only leave sober. In this vulnerable, Spirit-breathed message, Pastor Alex Delgado pleads with this generation to stop hiding behind sobriety, gifts, and good behavior—and let God shine His healing light on the root. “We're asking for fruit—sobriety, a wife, finances—but God is after the root. Why are you going back? What's the pain behind the pattern?” “Let there be light was not God's first suggestion—it was His first command.” “God won't reveal what He's not ready to heal.” “Stop begging for sobriety—you're already sober. Start thanking God and let the light go deeper.” This is more than a message—it's a moment. Alex shares his own story of father wounds, buried grief, and the 35 years of unresolved pain that God unearthed when it was time for healing. “I never let the light shine on the bitterness in my heart. I used to shine it on my calling, my gifts—but never on my brokenness.” “Hurt people hurt people. And hurt people in ministry is a tragedy.” “Ministry is not about a microphone—it's about washing feet.” “Let the light do its full work. Don't stay dead at the altar—let God resurrect what's been lost.” This message also carries a tender prophetic word for women who've experienced abortion: “When you release your grip on guilt and shame, the tide of God's grace will wash it away. That baby has been made new—and so have you.” Alex challenges the listener to shift how they see submission, leadership, and spiritual authority. “You're not submitting to Teen Challenge—you're submitting to Jesus.” “You may not understand the process, but God is already doing something in the spiritual. Your body's just catching up.”

This isn't the time to play church. It's the time to repent, get right, and follow Jesus with everything. In this fire-filled message, Ryan Ries confronts a generation that's addicted to comfort, compromise, and surface-level Christianity. Drawing from Luke 9:23, he reminds us: “If anyone wants to follow Jesus, you must deny yourself, pick up your cross daily, and follow Him.” Christianity isn't a spectator sport. “Faith is a verb.” And it requires full surrender. “You can't follow Jesus and live in sin. It doesn't work like that.” “God's not looking for perfect people. He's looking for surrendered people.” Ryan shares his own story — the drugs, the porn, the money, the fame — and how it all left him empty until he met the real Jesus. And that same Jesus is calling out to you. “Some of you are addicted. Some of you are in sexual sin. Some of you are in religious bondage. And Jesus is saying, ‘Come out of the shadows.'” He doesn't pull punches: “You're either all in, or you're not in at all.” “You want to experience the power of God? Repent. Turn from your sin. Seek Him. And watch what He does.” Through story, scripture, and a powerful altar call, Ryan reminds us that Jesus didn't come to make us better people — He came to bring dead people to life.

• Some things grow in the dark — but shame shouldn't be one of them. In this vulnerable and powerful message, John Burns shares how shame becomes a stronghold when left unexposed, but how Jesus brings healing when we bring our shame into the light. “Let there be light on the darkness of shame” is more than a theme — it's a spiritual invitation to uncover what we've tried to hide and let God lovingly cover it with His truth. “Guilt says, ‘I made a mistake.' But shame says, ‘I am a mistake.'” “Jesus didn't just take your sin—He took your shame, and He scorned it.” Using the stories of Adam and Eve, the woman at the well, and Jesus' own suffering, John lays out three ways God brings healing from shame: • Through a relationship with Jesus Christ, who “knows everything about you and still loves you” • Through the Word of God, which “shines truth on the lies shame tells you” • Through loving relationships with other believers, where “love covers over a multitude of sins” “Don't come to Teen Challenge and cover your shame with fig leaves.” “Let Jesus love your shame and bring healing to the wounds you've carried too long.” Shame thrives in secrecy. But God has given you a new identity in Christ. You are not your addiction. You are not your failure. You are not your past. “Anyone who believes in Him will never be put to shame.” (Romans 10:11)

God is still breaking through. In this Spirit-charged message from Spiritual Emphasis 2025, Pastor Ron Brown delivers a prophetic call to stop depending on your own strength and step into divine breakthrough — not someday, but today. “You didn't come to Teen Challenge to get programmed. You came to meet a Savior.” Breakthrough isn't emotional hype. It's a suddenly from God — where His dunamis power explodes the barriers holding you back. Whether it's addiction, fear, confusion, or self-will, Pastor Ron reminds us: “You must be positioned for breakthrough. And your position is seated in heavenly places in Christ Jesus.” So how do we experience it? Ron walks us through David's story in 2 Samuel 5 — a king who inquired of the Lord, waited for an answer, and obeyed when God said move. “Breakthrough comes when we pray, wait, listen, and obey,” he declares. It's not your strength. “We are empty vessels, and God wants to pour His strength into our lives.” “The Holy Spirit is creative. Don't fight today's battle with yesterday's method.” Too often we miss God's voice because we've already decided what we want Him to say. But breakthrough doesn't follow your five-year plan — it follows surrender. “Give it all up for Jesus,” Ron challenges. Your back-pocket plans won't hold up against spiritual warfare. This message is a battle cry for our generation. “You are His voice to a generation lost in darkness.” You were never ‘not good enough.' “You're useful to the King.” But to walk in that purpose, you have to stop doing things your way. “Breakthrough starts with Jesus. It's delivered by Jesus. And it makes us useful for noble purposes.” Let go. Wait on the Lord. And let Him break through in the way only He can.

In one of the most sacred and Spirit-filled moments of the Fire in Our Bones conference, Pastor Carter Conlon leads the body in communion with a message that reaches straight into the heart of our calling: to remember, to receive, and to respond. With a hushed room and hearts bowed low, he invites us to pause and tell Jesus, in our own words, that He is worthy. "You are lovely. You are precious. You are wonderful. You are worthy," the room whispers, shouts, and weeps. And then, with trembling reverence, Carter opens the scriptures to remind us of a covenant sealed in blood—a promise for the weak, the weary, the ones who fail: “When you fall, I'll pick you up. When you fail, I'll come back to you again.” This communion is not just remembrance—it is an exchange. We receive His strength to be poured out for others. “God, as You were given for me, I'm trusting You now to live in me, so I can be given for the sake of somebody else.” It's a holy commissioning. A moment where worship meets mission. As the elements are passed, a chorus rises—“Jesus, Jesus, what a Savior…”—and then Carter reads from 1 Corinthians 11: “For I received from the Lord… that the Lord Jesus on the same night in which He was betrayed took bread…” The broken bread becomes a symbol of healing, and the cup, a declaration of unwavering love. Key Themes & Quotes: “We are actually receiving the strength of God.” “God, we refuse to keep this great salvation to ourselves any longer.” The call is clear: “Make us Your Church again, Lord.” This wasn't just a moment. It was a turning point—a sacred seal to all that had been stirred. As the conference came to a close, Carter spoke a blessing over the people: “May the words of the Lord dwell in you richly… and may His glorious presence go before you as you publish the good news that Jesus is alive.” —

In this unforgettable and Spirit-charged message, Pastor Carter Conlon delivers a resounding call to those who feel disqualified, weary, or unseen: Don't limit what God can do through your life. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 1, he reminds us that “God has chosen the foolish things… the weak things… the things that are not… to bring to nothing the things that are.” If you've ever felt like you have nothing left to offer, this word will stir your soul. With deep humility and holy fire, Pastor Carter testifies to the power of God's mercy in his own life—recounting moments of fear, panic attacks, and brokenness, and how God met him in the midst of it all with a voice that said, “Don't limit Me.” He speaks of barren seasons like Hannah's, where years of weeping and disappointment give birth to world-changing revival—when one life, surrendered fully to God, becomes a voice that guides nations. “From a wordless prayer came a voice that guided the nation for 40 years,” he declares, as he pleads with us to offer our lives back to God—not for personal comfort, but for Kingdom purpose. “If You give me life, Lord, I'll bring it back to You.” Standout themes: God chooses the overlooked, the barren, the weak—those between “foolish and nothing.” The voice of God returns when we stop praying for ourselves and start asking for His glory. Your unanswered prayers, your tears, your silence—none of it is wasted. If your heart is burning to be used by God but you feel unqualified, this message will lift your head, awaken your calling, and remind you: God has heard your cry—and He's not finished with you yet. —

“Worthy is the Lamb who was slain…” At Fire in Our Bones 2025, Gary Wilkerson stood and simply read Revelation chapters 1–5… and heaven came down. This wasn't a sermon. This wasn't performance. This was pure, Holy Spirit power released through the spoken Word of God. As Gary opened the book of Revelation, the atmosphere shifted. The room stood still — trembling under the weight of the glory of Jesus Christ, the Alpha and the Omega, the Lamb who was slain and now reigns forevermore. Experience the stunning scenes of: Jesus walking among the lampstands with eyes like fire The call to the seven churches The open door in heaven The throne of God, surrounded by lightning, thunder, and emerald rainbows The “Holy, Holy, Holy” of the living creatures The scroll no one could open... until the Lamb stepped forward And then—heaven erupts. Thousands upon thousands of angels Elders casting crowns Every creature in heaven and on earth lifting one voice: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb… be blessing and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” This moment became one of the most anointed and unforgettable moments of the entire conference. This is the best sermon I've ever preached in my life... and I didn't say a word of my own. – Gary Wilkerson   —  

“If Your presence doesn't go with us… we're not going.” — Moses (Exodus 33:15) This message is a call — not just to ministry, not to church activity, but to pursue the manifest presence of God above everything else. In this deeply stirring and timely word, Daniel Bentley invites us to long for more — more than titles, more than numbers, more than noise. Psalm 27 becomes the roadmap: “One thing I ask… this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord… to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple.” We don't just need good services. We need God Himself. We don't need hype. We need His holy fire. We don't need crowds. We need His cloud. This message teaches: The difference between God's omnipresence and His manifest presence Why hunger, holiness, and humility are essential for encountering Him How to build a life and ministry around His presence And how dangerous it is to do church without Jesus even in the room   When Jesus walks in, everything changes. Broken hearts are healed. The addicted are delivered. The weary are renewed. And the joy of the Lord begins to overflow like a river of life.   This is more than a sermon. It's an invitation to revival — the kind that starts in your soul, in secret, where no one sees… but Heaven responds. —

What if the greatest move of God isn't found in the spotlight… but in the grocery store aisle? In this unforgettable message, Carter Conlon leads us into a deep and powerful revelation: that the glory of God is revealed through ordinary people. From Scripture to personal stories — from Mary at the tomb to a broken man buying roses — Carter reminds us that ministry doesn't always look like a pulpit. Sometimes, it looks like a prayer in a parking lot. A word on a walk. Or just being present when someone needs Jesus most. “Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” (Isaiah 53:1) This is a message for the discouraged, the overlooked, the tired, and the ordinary. If you've ever felt like you didn't measure up — that your life, your gifts, or your story weren't enough — this message will flip that lie on its head.   Jesus came as a carpenter. He rose and appeared as a gardener, a traveler, and a cook. And He still shows up in ordinary people like YOU.   There is power in being exactly who God made you to be. There is no mistake in your calling. There is no shame in the simplicity of your life.   You are the body of Christ — whether you're a plumber, teacher, mom, student, or retired. You are His hands and feet — in your city, your job, your street. You carry His Spirit, and that is where the power is.   “Don't be offended by how God has chosen to reveal Himself through you.” This message will make you laugh, weep, and most of all — thank God for making you exactly the way He did. If you've ever felt small, forgotten, or disqualified — this is your moment of breakthrough. —

God is still speaking — are you listening? In this anointed and prophetic word, Ron Brown reminds us that our calling doesn't come from comfort zones, committees, or credentials — it comes straight from Heaven. Through stories of his father's legacy of caring for widows and orphans, encounters on Skid Row, and the voice of God that still whispers through prayer, Ron calls us back to the place where all real ministry begins: the presence of Jesus. “If we don't see Jesus, we can't hear His call.” “God's not looking for specialists — He's looking for surrendered people.” “When you hear His voice, that's when your assignment begins.” This message is a call to return to the altar, to get low before God, to pray like Elijah, and to say YES like Isaiah: “Here I am, send me.” Do you need a fresh burden? Do you want a word from Heaven? Do you want your life to count for eternity? Then listen with open ears. God is still assigning people — not based on earthly qualifications, but on hearts that are fully available. “Open our ears so we can hear Your voice.” “We serve at the pleasure of the King.” “He doesn't want us to just have a happy clappy time — He wants to give us assignments from Heaven.” This message is for the ones who still believe Jesus is enough. That prayer still works. And that God's plans — though impossible for man — are unstoppable through surrendered people. —

What if the impossible thing you've been avoiding… is the very thing God is calling you to do? In this powerful and deeply personal message, Gary Wilkerson invites you to find your impossible — to ask, to listen, to weep, and to act. Rooted in Nehemiah 1, Gary shares how real transformation begins not with vision boards or mission statements… but with a burden from God. This message is more than a sermon — it's a launching pad for those who are ready to trade comfort for calling, clarity for control, and ease for eternal impact. “As soon as I heard, I sat down and wept.” “God doesn't want to do a small thing — He wants to do a great thing through you.” “If you don't want to care about the impossible, don't ask.” You'll hear stories of street children in Burundi, widows in Ukraine, and a miraculous opportunity in Afghanistan. You'll be stirred to fast, pray, give, and go — and challenged to drop every lesser ambition for the one thing God is truly calling you to do. If you've ever wondered what your “impossible” looks like, this message may be the moment where “now it happened” becomes your testimony. Let God break your heart for what breaks His. Let Him give you one burden. And let that burden shape the rest of your life. —

What does it take to pass the torch without losing the fire? In this powerful multi-generational panel, six leaders—Carter Conlon, Gary Wilkerson, Evan Wilkerson, Alberto Bello, Ron Brown, and Jonathan Laurie—gather to answer the call that spans every era: to minister with courage, clarity, humility, and conviction. With a rich blend of wisdom and vulnerability, each panelist opens up about: • Recognizing God's call in their own lives • Communicating the Gospel in a biblically illiterate generation • Wrestling with loneliness and the cost of leadership • The urgency of discipleship and succession in ministry You'll hear stories of rebellion and redemption, the importance of vulnerability over image, and the sacred power of saying, “Yes, Lord—even when it costs.” “We don't own anything. We're stewards. The church belongs to Jesus.” “If we lose our awe and wonder, we start doing ministry in our own strength.” “It's not a baton you pass and lose—it's a torch that keeps burning.” This panel will inspire you to keep your heart soft, your hands open, and your fire burning. Whether you're new to ministry or decades in, this conversation will rekindle your call and reconnect you to the One who called you.

In a world drifting from truth, Pastor Jonathan Laurie delivers a bold call to pastors and leaders: we cannot come down from the wall. Drawing from the life of Nehemiah and the spiritual crisis of Israel, Jonathan challenges us to reclaim our role as shepherds, rebuilders, and guardians of God's truth. This message is a sobering yet hope-filled call to own our sin, remember God's faithfulness, and live out uncompromising, courageous leadership—in our churches, our homes, and our nation. “Leadership starts with repentance. It doesn't begin at the podium—it begins at the altar.” “A generation is being lost because we've handed over spiritual leadership to YouTube and TikTok. It's time to reclaim our calling.” “We are doing a great work—we cannot come down.” From discipleship to culture wars, abortion to gender confusion, Jonathan doesn't shy away from the tough topics. He reminds us that God's Word is not a suggestion—it is absolute truth, and pastors are called not to popularity but to faithfulness.

“Let the power of the Holy Ghost fall on me.” From the opening notes of the message to the final amen, Pastor Ron Brown delivers a Spirit-filled message that calls pastors, leaders, and believers to be thoroughly equipped by God's Word for every good work. With wisdom forged in faith and a powerful personal story, Pastor Ron takes us deep into 2 Timothy 3:16–17, reminding us that Scripture is not optional—it is essential. It teaches. It rebukes. It corrects. It trains. And it equips us for awe-inspiring, Kingdom-advancing work. “If we don't dig up the roots, we'll never see the harvest.” “All Scripture is God-breathed—it doesn't need to be rewritten; it needs to be re-read.” “Let Jesus fix it. You don't have to do this in your own strength.” Whether you're weary from ministry, needing course correction, or simply longing for a fresh touch from God—this message will stir your soul, restore your focus, and rekindle your awe and wonder at the goodness of God. Don't lose the wonder. Don't settle for shallow. Get back to the Word, let Jesus dig deep, and step into the harvest He's prepared. Watch, be renewed, and let the Holy Spirit thoroughly equip you for every good work.

When Jesus prayed before going to the cross, He didn't pray for fame, influence, or protection—He prayed for unity. In this stirring message, Pastor Alberto Bello calls the Church back to the heart of that prayer: “Father, make them one.” Preaching from John 17, Alberto delivers a bold and deeply personal word on the power of oneness in the Body of Christ. With grace and conviction, he confronts the insecurity, jealousy, and division that too often go unchecked in our hearts and churches. He reminds us that revival doesn't start in the pew—it starts in the heart. And it is our unity, not our programs or polish, that points the world to Jesus. “When the Church gets in alignment, it releases the anointing for the assignment.” “You preach about David, but you can't stand the David pastoring down the street. God gave him that grace—who are we to question it?” “Revival doesn't begin in the pew—it begins in the heart. You don't need to advertise a fire. Let it burn, and people will come.” This message is a wake-up call for pastors, leaders, and anyone longing to see a move of God in our cities, churches, and nation. It's not just about getting along—it's about being aligned with heaven so the oil can flow. May this message stir your soul, challenge your pride, and compel you to lay down offense and walk in love.

In this powerful and deeply personal message, Pastor Gary Wilkerson steps out of his comfort zone to deliver a prophetic word of warning, challenge, and hope. Speaking from Matthew 21, Gary confronts the outward appearance of fruitfulness in today's church—leaves without life—and calls leaders, pastors, and believers to tear down the religious systems that hinder the true power and presence of God. This isn't about shame or condemnation. It's an invitation. A call to return to purity, power, and fruit that glorifies Jesus. It's a cry for the church in America to trade the leaves of performance for the real fruit of righteousness. "This thing will wither—all the smoke and mirrors, all the external things… but God will raise up a tree that bears great fruit." If you're tired of the show, if you long to see the mountain of fruitlessness removed—this message is for you. Gary doesn't preach from a platform of perfection but from a posture of humility, praying along with us: “Jesus, purify me. Take out anger, take out lust, take out selfish ambition. Take out anything that's keeping this tree from bearing fruit.” “He's not going to bless the leaves anymore—He's after the fruit.” God is not finished with His Church. He's doing a new thing. But it begins in us. Will you pray with us and ask Him to move the mountain?

In this deeply convicting message from Fire in Our Bones, Pastor Carter Conlon calls the Church to return to the power, unity, and supernatural testimony that marked its beginning. With humility and urgency, he reminds us, “We're not going out with a whimper—we're going out with the presence of God, the power of God, as a testimony in this generation that must be reckoned with.” Drawing from 1 Corinthians 11, Pastor Carter speaks to a divided and distracted Church, urging us to become a people who forgive, unify, and proclaim Christ with integrity. Through personal stories of betrayal and restoration, he paints a picture of what true communion looks like—not just in sharing bread and wine, but in living lives of surrendered love and unity. “On the night He was betrayed, He took bread.” That one line becomes the heartbeat of the message. Jesus didn't withhold Himself in pain—He gave Himself all the more. Pastor Carter challenges us to do the same: “You may wound me, but I will not wound you. You may speak ill of me, but I will not speak ill of you. You are my brother. You are my sister in Christ.” This is a word for a fractured generation. A call to forgive, to reconcile, and to stand side by side with every blood-bought believer—regardless of denomination, background, or past hurt. “Division is a peacetime extravagance. We are not at peace anymore—we're fighting for a generation, for a culture, for our children.” If you're ready to let go of offense and step into a supernatural testimony, this message is for you.

In this opening message from Fire in Our Bones, Pastor Ron Brown brings a timely and deeply personal word about the necessity of prayer in every season of life. Speaking from 1 Thessalonians 5, he reminds us that God sees us—even when we feel invisible—and that He has not changed His mind about the purpose He placed on our lives. This message isn't about strategies or steps; it's about staying anchored in the presence of Jesus when the winds of adversity blow. Pastor Ron reflects on the quiet strength of his father, a man who lived “at the speed of prayer” through hardship and uncertainty. “Prayer is not about becoming a spiritual giant—it's about staying sane, staying steady, and staying on the journey,” he says. He goes on to challenge us with this truth: “When we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word, there's a compass that holds us in place.” If you've been wrestling with timing, direction, or hope, this message will stir your soul to keep trusting. God is still working miracles, and He hasn't forgotten you. “The one who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.” You may be waiting, praying, wondering when the breakthrough will come—but you are not alone. In Pastor Ron's words, “Live life at the speed of prayer.” Let this message renew your strength and call you back to the place of patient, powerful fellowship with Jesus.

Listen as Pastor Ron Brown shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as John Burns shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Ron Brown shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Ryan Lawrence shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Gary Wilkerson shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Micah Hale shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Alberto Bello shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Jeremy Mayol shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor John Martin shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Steve Seymour shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Jonathan Laurie shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Gary Wilkerson shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Mike Conway shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Pastor Jamal Alexander shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Rosie Weir shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."

Listen as Alex Delgado shares at TCSC's Spiritual Emphasis 2024. Our theme this year was "Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done."