Podcasts about meet jesus

This Christmas Eve message invites us into a profound truth that transcends tradition: Christmas isn't primarily about what we give, but about what God gave. Drawing from Luke 2 and John's declaration that 'the Word became flesh,' we're reminded that Jesus represents heaven's collision with earth—God stepping into our fractured, hurting world not because we deserved it, but because we desperately needed it. The sermon explores the three gifts of the Magi—frankincense pointing to Jesus as our high priest, myrrh revealing him as our suffering servant, and gold declaring him as king—yet redirects our focus to the ultimate gift: Jesus himself. What makes this gift extraordinary is its permanence in a world where everything else fades. While other presents create moments, Jesus creates life. The challenge presented is both simple and profound: a gift can be given yet never received. We can admire Jesus from a distance, appreciate the Christmas story culturally, without ever truly opening our lives to him. The invitation echoes Jesus' own words in Matthew 11:28—'Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.' Christmas isn't God adding weight to our already heavy lives; it's Jesus offering to carry that weight with us. We don't need to clean ourselves up first or fix our brokenness before approaching him. Like the shepherds who came as they were, we're invited to receive this gift in our current state—with our fears, wounds, regrets, and uncertainties fully exposed.Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@CelebrateChurchCelebrateChurch is led by Pastor Noah Rollins.Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected! Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/CelebrateChurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateSF/Celebrate Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate.church

Are you at risk of taking Jesus for granted or relegating Him to the fringes of your life? This message invites you to rediscover the mystery and wonder of the Christmas story through the eyes of the shepherds to find a peace that transcends circumstances.

At the heart of Christmas lies a profound question that extends far beyond seasonal celebration: Is Jesus our king? This exploration of the Magi's gift of gold to the infant Jesus reveals that gold was never a casual present in the ancient world—it was reserved exclusively for royalty. When these wise travelers placed gold at Jesus' feet, they made a radical declaration of surrender and allegiance. The distinction between acknowledging Jesus as king in general versus making him king of our personal lives becomes the central tension we must navigate. We can know all the right theology, attend church regularly, and sing the songs, yet still miss the king entirely if we refuse to surrender control. The sermon draws from Matthew 2, where the Magi's question about the newborn King of the Jews threatened King Herod's authority, exposing a deeply human tendency: when our control is challenged, fear and resistance surface. The message challenges us to examine the areas of our lives we've withheld from Jesus' kingship—our finances, time, relationships, future plans, and pain management. Jesus doesn't seek partial authority or sectioned-off devotion; he calls for complete surrender. Yet this isn't the demand of a tyrant but the invitation of a humble, righteous, and eternal king who emptied himself to serve us. The freedom we desperately seek comes not from doing whatever we want, but from becoming who God created us to be through surrender to his perfect leadership.Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@CelebrateChurchCelebrateChurch is led by Pastor Noah Rollins.Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected! Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/CelebrateChurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateSF/Celebrate Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate.church

What if the most meaningful gift ever given was wrapped in burial spices? This exploration of the wise men's gift of myrrh turns our comfortable Christmas sentiments upside down, revealing a profound truth: Jesus wasn't born just to live, but to die for us. Myrrh—a fragrant resin extracted only by wounding a tree—served as a burial spice in the ancient world, making its presence at a birthday celebration both startling and prophetic. Drawing from Isaiah 53's powerful prophecy that the Messiah would be pierced for our transgressions, we're confronted with the reality that Jesus entered our world specifically to carry our suffering. This isn't abstract theology—it's deeply personal. Every burden we shoulder, every pain we hide, every wound we nurse was meant to be laid at His feet. The cradle only makes sense when we see the cross on the horizon. Jesus' radical humility in becoming vulnerable and dependent, ultimately leading to death on a cross, wasn't tragedy but triumph. His suffering broke death's dominion forever. The question we must wrestle with is this: What are we carrying that Jesus came to take? Are we showing contempt for His kindness by insisting on bearing our own burdens, or will we respond like the wise men—bowing, surrendering, and offering everything to the King who gave everything for us?Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@CelebrateChurchCelebrateChurch is led by Pastor Noah Rollins.Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected! Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/CelebrateChurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateSF/Celebrate Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate.church

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As we enter the Christmas season, it's easy to get swept up in the lights, music, and festivities while missing the profound truth at the center of it all. This message invites us to look beyond the wrapping paper and discover the gift of frankincense brought to Jesus by the wise men—a gift that reveals Jesus as our High Priest. In Matthew 2, we encounter scholars who traveled hundreds of miles to bow before a baby, recognizing what so many missed: this wasn't just another earthly king, but the answer humanity had been waiting for. The frankincense they offered wasn't random; it was the same resin used in temple worship, symbolizing prayers rising to God. By presenting it to Jesus, they declared that this child would stand between us and God, bridging the gap our sin created. Understanding Jesus as our High Priest transforms everything—how we pray, how we deal with shame, how we approach God. We learn that Jesus empathizes with our struggles because He lived them, carries our shame because He died for it, and opens the way to God because He tore the veil separating us. This Christmas, we're challenged to stop trying to fix ourselves and instead come as we are to the One who already paid the price. The cross wasn't just enough—it was more than enough. What shame are we carrying that God never asked us to bear? What keeps us from coming boldly to the throne of grace? This season, the greatest gift isn't under a tree—it's the person of Jesus, our perfect High Priest.Subscribe    / @celebratechurch  Celebrate Church is led by Pastor Noah Rollins. Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected!Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/Celebrate Church Facebook:   / celebratesf  Celebrate Church Instagram:   / celebrate.church  

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This powerful message challenges us to reimagine thanksgiving not as a single holiday, but as a transformative way of life. Drawing from Romans 8, we're reminded that we are 'more than conquerors' through Christ—a truth that transcends our circumstances. The sermon explores how biblical figures like David and Paul maintained attitudes of gratitude even while running for their lives or sitting in prison with beaten bodies. The key insight? Thanksgiving isn't an emotion we wait to feel; it's a command we choose to obey. We learn that complaining is merely a habit, while giving thanks is a spiritual discipline requiring intentional practice. The challenge presented is radical: what if we stopped praying about what we want and instead spent a week only thanking God? What if we thanked every person we encountered? The practical framework of 'pray it, say it, every day it' offers us a roadmap to shift from circumstance-driven emotions to Christ-centered gratitude. This message reminds us that our circumstances will never defeat us—only our attitude about them can. When we focus not on the 'what' of our trials but on the 'who' of Jesus within us, we discover the secret to living as people who are truly different from the world around us.Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@CelebrateChurchCelebrate Church is led by Pastor Noah Rollins. Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected!Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/Celebrate Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateSF/Celebrate Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate.church

Mike Harrelson - November 30th 2025 Jesus still invites ordinary people to “come and see” who He truly is. In this message, Mike invites us into the heart of evangelism—not as a pressured task for “professionals,” but as a simple, relational invitation to “come and see” Jesus. Through his own story of searching, doubt, near-death moments, and finally encountering Jesus in Scripture, Mike shows how God uses ordinary people and ordinary conversations to reveal Himself in extraordinary ways. We looked at the story of Philip and Nathaniel in John 1 and how Jesus meets people personally, sees us fully, and knows us deeply. Mike cast vision for our church entering a season of prayer and invitation as we prepare to launch Alpha Temecula in February 2026—a safe place for exploring life, faith, and the person of Jesus. This message calls our church to pray boldly, love people well, and trust Jesus with the work only He can do. There is no one like Him, and there is no greater gift we can give than an invitation to meet Him. Learn more about our church: https://restoredtemecula.church Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restoredtemecula  and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restoredtemecula #Jesus #Gospel #Evangelism #Alpha #AlphaCourse #RestoredTemecula #ComeAndSee #John1 #FollowingJesus #FaithJourney Share this message with someone who needs to hear it. Chapters (00:00:00) - Wonders of Restored Church(00:01:12) - Prayer for Sunday(00:02:06) - The First Time I Was Introduced to Jesus(00:06:37) - The Evangelism of John 1(00:08:53) - Nathanael's Crisis of Faith(00:13:08) - Philip's Journey to Jesus(00:16:31) - Philip's Invitation to Meet Jesus(00:22:59) - How to Meet Jesus(00:27:26) - Jesus sees us(00:34:40) - Are You Ready to Introduce Others to Jesus?(00:37:02) - Want to Know Jesus? Here You Come!(00:39:40) - What is Alpha?(00:42:39) - 3 people to pray for in February(00:48:17) - Prayer for the Harvest(00:50:20) - A Place for Collaborative Evangelism(00:56:54) - Share Your burden with us

Our Bridegroom is coming! When you at long last meet Him face to face, will you be pleasing to Him? The biblical book of Genesis describes how Abraham sent his servant to find a suitable bride for his son Isaac--and how that servant found Rebekah, a woman of remarkable character who met the father's criteria. That same story is an allegory of how God seeks a bride for His Son, Jesus. With this in mind, Anne Graham Lotz and her daughter Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright will join us to explore the characteristics God the Father is seeking to find in the bride of His Son, Jesus.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This message brings us to the culminating vision of God's holiness as revealed in Revelation 21, where we encounter a breathtaking picture of the new heaven and new earth. After exploring God's holiness through Isaiah's encounter, Moses at the burning bush, and Daniel's faithfulness, we now see the ultimate destination of all who are made holy through Christ. The apostle John gives us specific, measurable dimensions of the New Jerusalem—a city so vast it encompasses 2.6 billion cubic miles, precisely the volume of Earth's entire crust. This isn't poetic hyperbole but divine precision, reminding us that God's holiness is both unimaginable and remarkably detailed. What strikes us most powerfully is that heaven isn't an escape from creation but its complete renewal. God doesn't discard what sin has broken; He makes all things new. The promise that there will be no more tears, death, mourning, or pain isn't just comforting—it's transformative for how we live today. When we grasp that we're fighting from victory rather than for victory, that the battle has already been won by the King of Kings, everything changes. We're called to live as citizens of heaven right now, bringing God's light into dark places, forgiving when others hold grudges, serving when others demand. This vision of heaven should make us more engaged with earth, not less, as we reflect the holiness that will one day fill every cubic centimeter of creation.Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@CelebrateChurchCelebrateChurch is led by Pastor Noah Rollins. Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected! Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/Celebrate Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateSF/Celebrate Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrate.church

We find ourselves living between two worlds—called to be holy while surrounded by pressure to conform. Through Daniel's story in Babylon, we discover that holiness isn't about retreating from culture or aggressively fighting against it, but about remaining faithful within it. Daniel was a teenager torn from his home, given a new name tied to false gods, and pressured to adopt Babylonian values. Yet he 'resolved' in advance who he would be. This wasn't about dietary rules—it was about loyalty to the one true God. The most powerful lesson here is that holiness begins before we face temptation. If we don't decide who we are before walking into our modern Babylon, the world will decide for us. Daniel teaches us three vital truths: holiness means staying distinct when pressure to conform is strong, holiness is possible because God's presence goes with us even into ungodly places, and holiness is about influence, not isolation. We're not called to hide our faith or weaponize it, but to live with such integrity that even unbelievers take notice. The beauty of the gospel is that Jesus already stood faithful in our place, trading our sin for His holiness. Holiness isn't earned through willpower—it's received through surrender, allowing God's Spirit to transform us from the inside out.Celebrate Church is led by Pastor Noah Rollins. Our vision is for people to MEET JESUS so they can go out and BE JESUS.Stay Connected!Visit us at 1000 South Sycamore Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD.Website: https://www.celebrate.church/Celebrate Church Facebook:   / celebratesf  Celebrate Church Instagram:   / celebrate.church  

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Now we come to that moment when Light meets Darkness. The boat survived the storm and they land on the other side of the Sea only to be met by a demon possessed man. I can only imagine the disciples thoughts, “Great, we survive a storm, we are soaking wet, we are exhausted, and now this?” It is in this interaction between Jesus and the demon inhabiting the man do we see what happens when “Light meets darkness.”———————————————————————————————Gather your church essentials here for notes, prayer, events, etc:https://nbcc.com/church-essentialsConnect with us on Social Media:Instagram: instagram.com/nbccnorcoTikTok: tiktok.com/@nbccnorcoFacebook: facebook.com/nbccnorcoYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6S-3n9PVnXm8zSPHAYVyGwWebsite: https://www.nbcc.com/----------------------------------------If you have any prayer requests or questions, please message us on our social media or send us an email at nbcc@nbcc.com. Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast!----------------------------------------Join us in person, Sunday's at 8:30am, 10am, & 11:30amhttps://goo.gl/maps/PEe1rzXWKBv

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Mark 15:42-16:8 (Sylvester Siu)

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Mark 15:1-41 (Sylvester Siu)

This episode is a talk from an EU Public Meeting in Semester 2, 2025.Series: Meet JesusSpeaker: Jeri Jones SparksScripture: John 20Talk Title: Meet Jesus Find FulfilmentTo find out more about the Sydney Uni Evangelical Union, or to join us on campus, visit https://sydneyunieu.org

This episode is a talk from an EU Public Meeting in 2, 2025.Series: Meet JesusSpeaker: Paddy BennScripture: John 20: 19-31Talk Title: Meet Jesus Find LoveTo find out more about the Sydney Uni Evangelical Union, or to join us on campus, visit https://sydneyunieu.org

This episode is a talk from an EU Public Meeting in semester 2, 2025.Series: Meet JesusSpeaker: Richard ChinScripture: John 12:1-19Talk Title: Meet Jesus: Find GloryTo find out more about the Sydney Uni Evangelical Union, or to join us on campus, visit https://sydneyunieu.org

Mark 14:26-72 (Sylvester Siu)

This episode is a talk from an EU Public Meeting in 2, 2025.Series: Meet JesusSpeaker: Jeri Jones SparksScripture: John 4: 1-26Talk Title: Meet Jesus Find FulfilmentTo find out more about the Sydney Uni Evangelical Union, or to join us on campus, visit https://sydneyunieu.org

This episode is a talk from an EU Public Meeting in 2, 2025.Series: Meet JesusSpeaker: Paddy BennScripture: John 13: 1-17Talk Title: Meet Jesus Find LoveTo find out more about the Sydney Uni Evangelical Union, or to join us on campus, visit https://sydneyunieu.org

This episode is a talk from an EU Public Meeting in semester 2, 2025.Series: Meet JesusSpeaker: Richard ChinScripture: John 11:1-44Talk Title: Meet Jesus Find LifeTo find out more about the Sydney Uni Evangelical Union, or to join us on campus, visit https://sydneyunieu.org

Mark 10:32-52 (Sylvester Siu)

***Bonus hymn at the end of the homily from the 10AM Mass***In rural Vacaville, we are familiar with the cry of the rooster crows, as the stars have already blinked out of the sky and a new day is at hand and yet, we are always surprised by morning. So it shall be with the coming of the Son of Man. There is a great paradox in this age, a thing so blindingly obvious that only a modern man could miss it. We prepare for every uncertain thing—storms, exams, pensions, and the possibility of rain on a picnic—but we are scandalously unprepared for the one certain thing: that Christ shall come again in glory, and His kingdom shall have no end.Now, if you tell a man on the street that Jesus might return this afternoon, he will smile in pity or smirk in cynicism. But tell him his phone battery might die before lunch, and he will run for a charger. We are a race that believes more fervently in the failure of lithium than in the triumph of the Lamb. And yet, the trumpet shall sound.Our Lord warns in the Gospel this Sunday, “Watch therefore, for you do not know the day nor the hour.” He did not say this to make us nervous, like students awaiting an unannounced quiz. He said it because Heaven is not a theory—it is a wedding. And no one should be caught unwashed and half-dressed when the Bridegroom knocks. I tell you, the world is not a waiting room; it is a battleground, a vineyard, and a bridal chamber all at once. It is not that we have too little time to prepare, but too much noise to remember that time runs out. We are not meant to guess the hour. We are meant to be ready in every hour.It is a curious thing that when the early Christians spoke of the Second Coming, they did not wring their hands, but lifted their heads. “Maranatha,” they cried—not with fear, but with fire. Come, Lord Jesus! The Church was not built by those who played at religion in peacetime, but by saints who stood watch in the dark, their lamps burning, like loyal soldiers awaiting the return of their general.And what if He does not return today? Then we live today as if He might—for that is what it means to live in hope. Hope is not wishing upon stars; it is keeping your boots laced and your heart clean because you know the King will ride through the mist. Do not be lulled by the delay. The world will lull you with distractions, with duties, with deadlines, with dopamine. It will whisper, “He delays His coming.” But Christ's return is not late. It is sudden. When He comes, the masquerade of modernity will be torn like a stage curtain, and the souls of men will be revealed—naked in shame or clothed in glory. Therefore, I say to you: keep your soul in a state of readiness. Not with anxiety, but with awe. Not with fear, but with fervor.Feed the hungry. Forgive your enemies. Light your lamp. Love your Lord. For when the trumpet sounds, there will be no time to put oil in the lamp. And yet—oh, glorious paradox!—it is today that He knocks. In the beggar. In the Word. In the still small voice. The Second Coming may be closer than we think. Are you ready? --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala discuss how true joy and satisfaction can only be found in Jesus. They also examine how Jesus had compassion on those considered untouchable in His day. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/701/29

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala look at how Jesus often went out of His way to meet with and restore those who sinned big. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/701/29

Jesus Followers Must Meet Jesus' Expectation of His “Great Commission” By Both “Going” and “Making Disciples” MESSAGE SUMMARY: Jesus, in Luke 15:4-7, tells us, through His Parable of The Lost Sheep, the importance to God of our discipleship: “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and his neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.' Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.". Immediately before His Ascension into Heaven Jesus told the Apostles and us today, in His Great Commission found in Matthew 28:18-20, that as we go into our communities and into all parts of the world, we are to make disciples: “And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.'”. We must begin, as followers of Jesus, to meet His fundamental expectation for us by both going and making disciples!   TODAY'S PRAYER: Abba Father, I open my clenched fists to surrender everything you have given to me. Reestablish my identity in you — not in my family, my work, my accomplishments, or what others think of me. Cleanse the things in me that are not conformed to your will. By faith I unite my will to yours so that the likeness of Jesus Christ may be formed in me. In his name, amen.         Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 85). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Addictions. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Self-Control. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 28:18-20; Matthew 10:16; Matthew 16:24-28; Psalms 29:1-11 A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “The Sermons on the Amount - Part 2  "Owner - A Question: Who is Lord Over All?"”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala examine Jesus' compassion for the sick and the disabled. They discuss if it is always God's will to heal and how God wants to use you to care for those who are hurting. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/701/29

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala look at how Jesus had compassion on those who were like sheep without a shepherd as well as those who were hungry. They share how Jesus will fill you with His compassion as you spend time with Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/701/29

I. Greeks Wish to Meet Jesus; vs. 20-21 II. Philip Tells Andrew; vs.22 III. Jesus Speaks Words of Life; vs.

Are you ready to meet Jesus?  That is the most important question we each must answer!  Anne Graham Lotz and her daughter Rachel-Ruth offer an invitation to you to know Jesus more personally.  We want to be ready when our great Bridegroom returns to welcome us to His eternal home!  No matter what your relationship with Jesus is right now, you will find hope, encouragement, and love on this special edition of Equipped! How to Know Jesus Today's Resource: Preparing to Meet Jesus Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English

Podcast Episode 180 - Meet Jesus (Come and See)

Meet Jesus (Come and See)

We all have a calling, have you heard this before? Some of us get called to the pulpit and some to the foreign mission field but most of us get called to our cubicles, construction sites, care facilities or whatever your job site may be. Your Workplace, It's your mission field and in that mission field, you and me, we may be the only Jesus our co-workers, employees and bosses may ever meet. That Job that you hold and the work that you do, and the people that you work with, none of that is by chance. The people that you work with need to meet Jesus and you may be their only chance. So, as you contemplate the value of your work today, realize this…You don't need to quit your job in order to go into fulltime ministry. You are already in fulltime ministry, right there where you work. 

Amidst a wave of negativity and despair regarding how to reach today's youth with the gospel, this program offers a refreshing perspective. Chip and author Jennie Allen will inspire listeners to take a more proactive approach, urging everyone to engage in the vital work of discipling the next generation. Rather than fostering criticism, they will invite you to become part of the solution and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.Main Points Key Takeaways: Gen Z is open to the gospel: Despite the trends of young people leaving the church, Jennie has witnessed firsthand their hunger for hope and willingness to embrace Jesus. Confession and repentance are powerful: Jennie shares how confession breaks down barriers and allows people to experience true freedom and receive the gospel. The Church's role in discipleship: Events like IF:Gathering and Unite can introduce people to Christ, but the local church plays a vital role in providing ongoing discipleship and spiritual formation for the next generation. Discipleship is more than programs: True discipleship involves intentional relationships, modeling a godly life, and guiding young people in their understanding of the Bible. Highlights: Jennie's experience leading a revival in a maximum-security women's prison and seeing a radical transformation in the inmates' lives. The importance of addressing shame and offering grace to a generation struggling with various challenges. The power of confession to break strongholds and prepare hearts for the gospel. The Unite ministry and its impact on secular college campuses, with thousands of students attending events and many making decisions for Christ. The need for Christians to be actively involved in discipling young people through mentoring, sharing their faith journey, and providing biblical guidance. Call to Action: Get involved in discipleship: Every Christian has a responsibility to invest in the lives of young people and help them grow in their faith. Support ministries like IF:Gathering and Unite: These organizations are effectively reaching the next generation with the gospel. Pray for the next generation: Pray that they would come to know Jesus and be equipped to live out their faith in a changing world. Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3 Additional Resource Mentions "Holy Ambition" Book "Marriage that Works" Book IF:Gathering Unite Us Movement About Chip Ingram Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways. About Jennie Allen Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God's call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master's in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children. About Living on the Edge Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus. Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003