Podcasts about pastor ray

Listen as Pastor Ray explains the transition he made from the lie of relational theology into the place of the overcomer, along with the scriptures that support this position.

08.13.2025 | I Can't Help Myself | Pastor Ray Baldwin Are you ready for a life-changing message? Join Pastor Ray Baldwin as he dives into how a personal encounter with Jesus transforms everything!

In this deeply personal and heart-centered episode, Karen McMahon sits down with her longtime friend and pastor, Ray Longward, Lead Pastor at Experience Vineyard Church, for an open and vulnerable conversation about faith, healing, and leadership in life's hardest seasons. For the first time publicly, Karen shares the central role her Christian faith has played in her personal life and in founding Journey Beyond Divorce—“coming out” not just as a divorce coach and podcast host, but as a follower of Christ. Together, they explore the critical role of a spiritual foundation during major life crises such as divorce, loss, and personal transformation. They discuss shifting from religion to authentic relationship with God, the healing nature of a welcoming and emotionally intelligent church, and the courage it takes to live authentically in a divided world. Pastor Ray brings over a decade of ministry experience, leading a Bible-rooted community known for radical welcome, emotional intelligence, and a deep commitment to the wounded and marginalized. Whether you're spiritual, skeptical, or somewhere in between, this heartfelt dialogue offers hope, wisdom, and practical encouragement for navigating life's darkest moments with grace, faith, and courage. The episode closes with a moving prayer for all listeners—an invitation to anchor yourself in the power of something greater than yourself and to discover how faith can guide you through even the most painful chapters of life. Connect with Ray: www.theexperiencevc.com https://www.instagram.com/theexperiencevc/?hl=en Resources Mentioned in this episode: Follow JBD on Instagram: @journey_beyond_divorce Book a Free Rapid Relief Call: http://rapidreliefcall.com

Listen as Pastor Ray walks us through this amazing Parable of the Good Samaritan.

Jesus warns us in this parable that Pastor Ray is going to go through that we can be called by God but not chosen. Listen to this stern warning from the heart of Jesus.

We are in the end times and we must be ready for the return of Jesus. Listen as Pastor Ray focuses primarily on Matthew 24 and part of Matthew 25.

In this message, Pastor Ray challenges us to examine the clutter in our souls that may be distancing us from God. The story of King Josiah in 2 Kings 22-23 serves as a compelling backdrop, showing how a young leader recognized the spiritual decay in his nation and took bold steps to rectify it. We're prompted to consider three types of clutter that can affect our spiritual lives: physical, emotional, and spiritual. Just as Josiah discovered the lost book of the law and used it to guide his reforms, we're encouraged to return to Scripture and allow it to illuminate the areas of our lives that need decluttering. The message draws interesting parallels between our modern struggles with materialism and the ancient Israelites' slide into idolatry, reminding us that prosperity can sometimes lead us astray rather than closer to God. As we reflect on this, we're invited to evaluate our own lives, identify the clutter that's accumulating, and take courageous steps to clear it away, renewing our devotion to Christ.Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. Our sermons podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission online and you can help us by leaving reviews on your podcast platform of choice or by sharing our sermons with someone you know.To let us know how we can pray for you or to find out more about Ridgecrest, take a minute to fill out our Connection Card linked below. https://my.rbcdothan.org/connectioncardIf you'd like to receive our daily devotionals in your inbox, sign up HERE free of charge: https://mailchi.mp/4bcc8628406b/daily-heart-truth-devotionsThe Journey Podcast:- Substack: https://thejourneypodcast.substack.com- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-journey/id1785079800 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0syXQWFX6IhTZjeJsHWxtM?si=c4c7397b153248f6Heart Truth Devotions podcast: - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heart-truth-devotions/id1518661566- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/339RoxzO65vb8DX1P4E0YU?si=54f4735e6cc54fefFind us online - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothan- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/profilecard/?igsh=MWRrZHZwdXprYzhwZw==- YouTube: www.youtube.com/@rbcdothan- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rbcdothan?_t=ZP-8wfPSkVSuYo&_r=1- Our website https://www.rbcdothan.org- WATCH LIVE Sunday and Wednesday: https://rbcdothan.online.church

Pastor Ray lays out the road we must travel to be given a new heart, are you willing to make the journey?

Have you left your sin and allowed Jesus to make you into a new creature? Listen as Pastor Ray walks us through the conversion of Charles Finney.

Hear the call of the Holy Spirit to pray through (i.e. pray until you get an answer) and not give up as Pastor Ray shares a story from Brother Bevington on today's Pilgrim's Progress.

It's time to get excited, Jesus is sending the Holy Spirit in great power. Listen as Pastor Ray walks through John 16.

Consistency develops a good track record. 

Pastor Ray lays a simple definition of faith that a young child could understand. It's important to note as we begin some messages from the book of Hebrews tomorrow.

Consistency develops a good track record.  

Today we start a new series by studying the longest recorded prayer that Jesus prayed in the Bible. In what we refer to as “The Lord's Prayer” Jesus was teaching the disciples to pray. In John 17, Jesus is hours away from the crucifixion, and He prays a prayer we will study over the next seven weeks. This recorded prayer gives us an amazing look into the relationship of the Father and Son. Our text is John 17. Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 413

Are we really at the "end of the age" as many believe? Listen as Pastor Ray lays this out clearly and directly from the scriptures on today's Pilgrim's Progress.

Listen as Pastor Ray lays out the keys to an awakening in your life from the Book of Acts and Joel Chapter 2. Are you willing to be awakened by the Holy Spirit?

Pastor Ray continues in this series he started on May 29th on following through. Being doers and not just hearers.

Pastor Ray lays out our great need for a deeper conviction of sin, if the Holy Spirit is ever to come in great Pentecostal power. Are you willing to ask for it to come in your life?

John 8: 2-11 As part of his participation in the Compelling Preaching Initiative, Pastor Ray needs to swap pulpits with another pastor, so while he heads to Goddard United Methodist Church in Fort Smith, their Senior Pastor, Rev. Chase Green joins us. 

The Christian life is not about trying harder or about moral restraint. Some people on the outside looking in think it is about restraining yourself from the things that will bring you happiness…just say “no” because God will “zap” you if you have too much fun in life. Well, the Apostle Paul dispels that myth in his letter to the believers in Galatia. The Christian life is about a beautiful, prosperous, satisfying life of transformation. Our text is Galatians 5:16-26.ASL interpretation is provided.  Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 411

Today we explore the first sermon of the church, the fiery sermon of Peter. We see him, empowered by the Spirit, truly catching men as 3,000 people are added to the church after being cut to the heart. Pastor Ray unpacks this sermon showing how God attested to Jesus being Christ and Lord through works, resurrection, exaltation, and Spirit. When confronted with these truths, we should be cut to the heart and join the crowd's desperate plea, "What shall we do?!" The Good News: Jesus did it all! We simply call on him for rescue. -Featuring Ray Grubbs

Pastor Ray connects two seemingly unrelated passages of scripture to ask the question, Are You on the Road to Life? It's not too late to change course, today is the day of salvation!

Pastor Ray lays out God's purpose in His besiegment in our lives. It's a deeper surrender that Jesus is after from us and He will besiege us until the last vestiges of self have been purged from our souls.

Have you ever been surprised by your own actions? The Apostle Paul, perhaps the greatest Christian who ever lived, explains why we have this tension. We examine the new nature and the carnal flesh, and we find answers to the tension that is a part of every life. Romans 7:14-25. Our text is ASL interpretation is provided.  Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 409

Today, Ray Low and I talk about welcoming diverse perspectives on the Bible.Pastor Ray graduated from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree and is currently serving in New York City as Director of Community Engagement and Spiritual Formation at Kaleidoscope, a local and multiethnic ministry that exists to bridge the gap between the Church and the LGBTQ+ community through missional and pastoral care.Support Kaleidoscope's Jesus at Pride campaign by becoming a one-time or monthly donor at kaleidoscopeusa.org. Follow Kaleidoscope on socials @kaleidoscope.usa Join the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free copy of the Found Family Cheat Sheet! Support the show

Pastor Ray talks about the peace that is given as we repent and turn from our sin and turn to God in submission.

Pastor Ray teaches on true humility.

To support the ministry of Celebration Church please click here: https://subsplash.com/celebrationchurchtn/giveSubscribe to receive our latest content: https://tr.ee/2b6XuDKlaS...FOLLOW US►► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwmccollum/►► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rwmccollum/►► Twitter: https://twitter.com/rwmccollum#celebrationchurchnashville #online #jesus #celebrationchurch #church #onlinechurch #sermon #nashville....'Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting Me? It is hard for you to kick against the goads.'Acts 26:14Saul of Tarsus, in his encounter with the risen Christ, was given the parable of the ox goad as a reminder of the self-inflicted pain that comes upon men and nations that kick back against the will of God. Saul surrendered and became Paul the Apostle. Could we see something similar happen in America today?“The ox kicks against the goad to spite the husbandman for having goaded him onward; but instead of hurting the husbandman it hurts itself. If you think, O man, that you can stop the progress of Christ's Church, you might as well bid the universe to stand still!”Charles SpurgeonWe hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, “Kicking Against the Goads”.

The Lord's prayer is a very dangerous prayer. Listen as Pastor Ray walks us through Luke 11 on today's Pilgrim's Progress.

In today's message we examine two important parts of the believer's armor. It is important to protect the feet of soldiers. It gives the soldier footing. For the believer, this is the Gospel. The soldier's shield provided protection from flaming arrows. Faith is the shield that protects a Christian from the sly attack of the wicked one. Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 406

Listen as Pastor Ray walks us through the four types of soil. How we spend our time and resources reveal what we really want.

In today's sermon, Pastor Ray looks at the great character of heart of the widow in Luke 21:1-4. We must be careful to beware the scribes to not act like them, see the widow as Jesus did, and observe the heart to ensure it is fully surrendered to God. Jesus sees through the quantity of our gifts to the quality of our hearts. Our hearts should be fully invested in God, no matter our economic circumstances.  -Featuring Ray Grubbs

Pastor Ray preaches his first message, in large part from the Book of Enoch, which lays out clearly the justice of God. Are you one like Enoch, who would walk with the living God?

Pastor Ray teaches on following through with our commitments.

Ephesians 6:18-20; Believers are blessed with spiritual blessings, but are in need of the armor of God to withstand evil. Even that is not the full arsenal to ensure victory. Prayer is essential Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 404

We were blessed to have Pastor Ray Evers with us! What a man of God and a man called by God. Today he talks about having radical faith for the desperate times we live in.

Pastor Ray reads from Ephesians 4 where the Apostle Paul describes God's gifts for ministry in the local church. ASL interpretation is provided.  Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 403

Today's message is a call to intercession. Listen as Pastor Ray explains the process on today's Pilgrim's Progress.

Are you ready for the coming of Jesus, evidenced by the oil in your lamp? Listen as Pastor Ray lays out the upcoming events for us on today's Pilgrim's Progress.

Pastor Ray starts a new series by taking us to Ephesians 6 where the Apostle Paul instructs the believers at Ephesus on how to stand in the face of spiritual warfare.  Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 402

Pastor Ray explores the last, glorious, victorious day of the last week of the public life and ministry of Jesus Christ.Scripture: Mark 16. Questions? Email: hello@citylifechurch.nyc For more information visit: https://citylifechurch.nyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citylifechurchnyc?locale=eo_EOAll Music Licensed through CCLI - https://us.ccli.comCCLI Streaming Plus License # 21120922 Episode 401

Pastor Ray speaks about what Jesus did for us.