Podcasts about pastor richard

Aren't you thankful that our God has already achieved the victory? The power of sin has been permanently broken for all who belong to Jesus! Whatever you're struggling with right now – pride, doubt, lust, anger, depression – God has freed you from those chains! Today, Pastor Richard will challenge you to live faithfully, knowing that the war is won. You will still lose battles when you turn to your flesh instead of Christ, but the ultimate outcome is assured!

Without a doubt, the most beautiful part of the gospel is the grace of God. None of us did anything to earn salvation from the Lord. Instead, we were unfaithful to Him, rebelled against Him, and spat in His face countless times by sinning. But, because of the sacrifice of Jesus, God will never condemn us for our sins! Today, Pastor Richard will remind us that no matter what we've done, all of our sins (past, present, and future) are covered by God's grace!

Speaker: Pastor Richard Salazar Date: 6.21.26

Part two of the "Good Vibes" series. Pastor Richard talks about overcoming UNFAIR TREATMENT and dealing with PERSONAL INJUSTICE. He shows that our God is a RIGHTEOUS JUDGE and shows that if you respond in a GODLY WAY, you will rise to the top.

6-21-26 - Sun AM

Pastor Richard highlights the importance of our attitude when working under others, and to get into God's Word and obey it.

We tend to rely on our own understanding in just about everything we tackle. So, do you ever wonder if your path is the right one? Eve, in a moment of curiosity, chose to lean into the words of Satan over those of God, setting the stage for a monumental mistake. Today, Pastor Richard is here to inspire you to lean into God's wisdom and follow His guidance with confidence. He'll steer you exactly where you need to go!

Your words can slice through the air like a sharp sword, leaving a mark on the lives of those around you. Have you ever paused to consider how often you might have caused your spouse pain with unkind words? Ever wondered how your actions might be affecting others? Today, Pastor Richard is here to guide you on the journey of taming your tongue and reaching out for forgiveness from those you've unintentionally hurt, all with a genuine heart.

If there's one thing Christianity offers that every other religion doesn't, it's hope. All other religions put you at the center. They say that you are the one who is responsible for your salvation. That your works are what determine your eternal destiny. Today, Pastor Richard will share the beautiful truth of the gospel: it's ultimately not about you! It's about what Jesus did for you. Live in freedom through the overwhelming power of the Holy Spirit!

6-17-26 - Wed PM

Try to wrap your head around the infinite wisdom that you casually have tucked away in a book or an app on your phone! The Word of God Himself is available to you, for free, 24/7! Billions of people around the world today and throughout history did not have that enormous privilege. Today, Pastor Richard will remind you of this glorious gift that you might be taking for granted! You've been entrusted with God's Word, so share it with the world!

The Holy Spirit has come to help! You're not alone as you walk through this life! In your darkest valley, when you don't feel like anyone could possibly understand, the Holy Spirit does. He is your defender, your comforter, your friend. He didn't come to condemn you. He came to bless you! Today, Pastor Richard will remind you of the enormous gift that is the person of the Holy Spirit. Keep your head held high, because the Spirit of God is for you!

It's a dangerous thing to live a life with no accountability. When you disregard all authority, there's no reason to live by rules, other people's feelings, or consequences. When you put your own pleasure and self-righteousness at the top of the list, lawlessness ensues. That's why Pastor Richard encourages you today to remember that there is a God in Heaven who is your authority and will judge people by what they believe about Him. 

There are many things in this life that we can't fully grasp. Some are questions that both believers and non-believers share - such as the incomprehensible vastness of the universe. But there are also mysteries within Christianity that our finite selves will never fully figure out. Today, Pastor Richard talks about the mystery that is Jesus, the God-Man. How does that work? We don't know because we're not privy to the inner workings of God's mind! 

Kicking off the new series "Good Vibes", Pastor Richard teaches that when we stop striving in our own strength and learn to rest in God's grace through Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit empowers us to carry an atmosphere of faith, refreshing, and victory that transforms every area of our lives.

6-14-26 Sun AM

Pastor Richard highlights the importance of our attitude at work and how we are serving; whether our hearts are right or if we're letting our flesh control us.

Your words can slice through the air like a sharp sword, leaving a mark on the lives of those around you. Have you ever paused to consider how often you might have caused your spouse pain with unkind words? Ever wondered how your actions might be affecting others? Today, Pastor Richard is here to guide you on the journey of taming your tongue and reaching out for forgiveness from those you've unintentionally hurt, all with a genuine heart.

The things we say can really shape how others feel, either lifting them up or bringing them down. That's why we should watch our words carefully. Hey, have you ever thought about how you're actually accountable for your words to God? It's quite a thought, right? Today, Pastor Richard shares a heartfelt reminder to keep your words uplifting and to spread encouragement to those around you. It really can change everything!

Pastor Richard continues our 2026 Mission Series, with an incredible word on what it means to truly grow as you serve.

Like it or not, we live in an era of fake news. Have you ever taken the time to investigate headlines for yourself? More often than not, the headline itself is nothing short of deceptive and far from the truth of what actually happened. Pastor Richard assures you today that Jesus WILL NOT come back secretly… No matter what the headlines say. — Don't believe the rumors. When Jesus returns to establish His kingdom on the earth, EVERYONE will know it.

6-10-26 Wed PM

When you stand on top of a mountain range and look out, you get a broad view of the mountain tops all around you. But what you don't see is all the valleys in between. In today's message, Pastor Richard teaches you that oftentimes prophecy is the same way. The Bible will speak of peak moments in the future to come, without filling in the details of what will happen in between. But one thing's certain: if it's in God's Word, it WILL come to pass.

Just before Jesus went to the cross, He made a prediction that the temple in Jerusalem would be destroyed, not one stone left upon another. In 70 A.D., the Romans destroyed the temple, fulfilling Jesus' prophecy to the T. Today, Pastor Richard wants you to know that the Word of God NEVER fails. Whatever God says in His Word will come to pass. God loves you, and you can trust that as He said, when you believe in Christ, you will be saved.

What in the world is going on??? I mean, just look around at all of the craziness. Sure, we may have a lull here and there, but it seems like the waves of insanity are crashing down more and more frequently. In his message today, Pastor Richard wants to remind you that Jesus said NOT to let these things trouble you. All of the craziness happening in the world around you is just as Jesus said it would be. And it's all leading up to His glorious return.

In a pyramid scheme, once recruited, the only way you make any money is by recruiting more people under you. And so the higher up on the pyramid you are, the more money you make, not because of your hard work, but because of those beneath you. In today's message, Pastor Richard warns you against spiritual pride and hypocrisy. What's your motive for serving God? To fill some need for spiritual self-importance? Or to share God's grace?

Speaker: Pastor Richard Salazar Date: 6.7.26

6-7-26 Sun PM

Pastor Richard highlights the importance of our attitude at work and how we are serving; whether our hearts are right or if we're letting our flesh control us.

The things we say can really shape how others feel, either lifting them up or bringing them down. That's why we should watch our words carefully. Hey, have you ever thought about how you're actually accountable for your words to God? It's quite a thought, right? Today, Pastor Richard shares a heartfelt reminder to keep your words uplifting and to spread encouragement to those around you. It really can change everything!

For the young people of today, staying true to their walk with God can really feel like a tough journey. Some habits and distractions keep them from seeing their true Saviour. It totally cuts them off from building a connection with Jesus. In today's message, Pastor Richard is here to inspire you to spread the gospel to the young people in your life. You can help the youths around you by sharing the love of Jesus with them! 

Have you ever sat down to play a board game and spent so much time trying to figure out the rules that you forgot to have fun? It's not that the rules are unimportant, but sometimes it's easy to miss the forest through the trees. In today's message, Pastor Richard points out that all the commandments of God can be summed up into this: Love God and love others. When love is your agenda, then everything else will fall into place.

Nature is pretty amazing. Look at the stars and how vast the universe is. Look at the variety of plants that exist in the world, and how many of them are. Look at the animal kingdom and the diversity of creatures with all of their varying characteristics. In today's message, Pastor Richard tells you that God made you with the unique capacity to have a personal relationship with Him. You were made to worship the God who created you.

Ok, so I think that most of us have our complaints about the government. We could go round and round about all of our gripes, but at the end of the day, isn't it better to have some sort of order? That's certainly what Pastor Richard suggests in today's message. As a Christian, your citizenship is in heaven, but so long as you're passing through this world, God calls you to walk in submission to the authorities He's placed you under.

I have to admit that sometimes I'm a little late to places. You know, with a family, it takes a lot longer to get everyone out the door and loaded up in the car. No matter how prepared you are, something always delays you. Today, Pastor Richard wants you to know that the reason for Jesus' delay in coming back is that He's waiting for more people to come to Him. He doesn't want anyone to perish, but His heart is for everyone to be saved.

If you've ever had the privilege of going to the Grand Canyon, you know of the breathtaking beauty that's found there. Even though it's a National park with a full staff, paved roads, and gift shops, no human can claim responsibility for the natural wonder that it is. Today in his message, Pastor Richard wants you to know that you can't change anybody, not even yourself… not on your own. It's the Spirit of God and the Word of God that transforms lives.

In this message, Pastor Richard dives into the issue of insecurity by looking at the life of David and the principles that kept him grounded in God's purpose. David understood the importance of identity, preparation, submission to authority, staying in his lane, and the power of testimony. This message will challenge you to stop comparing yourself to others and start walking confidently in who God created you to be. If you've ever battled insecurity, fear, or self-doubt, this word is for you. Thank you for enjoying this life changing message from Radiant Church. We pray this moves you closer to Christ and encourages you. For more life changing resources, visit us at www.weareradiant.com. Subscribe to our channel: https://youtube.com/weareradiantchurch To give online: https://weareradiant.com/give/ View the sermon notes for this message here: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=SyJHKBQefx Spanish translation messages are available on our Radiant Church Español YouTube channel. Visit https://weareradiant.com/espanol to watch and subscribe. Moving people towards Christ, Community and Calling. This is the vision of Radiant Church, led by Pastor Aaron Burke and based in Tampa Bay, FL. —— Stay Connected Website: https://weareradiant.com Radiant Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weareradiant/ Radiant Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/weareradiant/

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Pastor Richard reminds us the importance of crucifying our flesh and doing what he wants us to do, rather than living by the flesh, the way the world lives.

For the young people of today, staying true to their walk with God can really feel like a tough journey. Some habits and distractions keep them from seeing their true Saviour. It totally cuts them off from building a connection with Jesus. In today's message, Pastor Richard is here to inspire you to spread the gospel to the young people in your life. You can help the youths around you by sharing the love of Jesus with them! 

Welcoming Christ into your life brings about noticeable transformations, influencing how you connect with others and the vibe you bring to your interactions. It's interesting how some people say they're in Christ, yet their actions don't quite match up with what you'd expect from a believer. In today's message, Pastor Richard invites you to take a moment for some self-reflection and connect with Jesus if you haven't done so yet!

So, are you the type of person who likes to jump in the water full bore, or do you prefer to get in one toe at a time, slowly inching your way in? Are you the type who is all or nothing, or do you prefer to hedge your bets? In today's message, Pastor Richard wants you to know that Jesus wants you to be all in. There's no fence-sitting in the kingdom of God. Either you're in, or you're out. So what will it be for you? Are you ready to take that plunge?

Storytelling can be a real disarming way of making a point that otherwise might not be so easily received. Like the story of The Boy Who Cried Wolf, which teaches the importance of always telling the truth. In his message today, Pastor Richard urges you to listen to the words of Jesus and receive them. Even though Jesus often spoke in parables, these stories were intended to address the issues of the heart. Are you listening?

Branden Hudson hosts Pastor Richard Pope of Canvas Church, his jujitsu student and Hudson's new pastor, discussing Pope's vision to measure church success by “sending capacity” through church planting rather than attendance. Pope explains launching Canvas during COVID, restoring marriages, helping people find purpose, and starting five autonomous churches in five years with a sixth planned in Princess Anne. He shares how his traumatic childhood, including family drug abuse, abuse, and sexual assault, shaped his commitment to serving the homeless, addicts, and marginalized with dignity, and why he speaks openly to help others disclose similar experiences. Hudson asks about setting boundaries with panhandling, and Pope suggests learning names and giving practical items. They also discuss rage toward child predators, justice versus vigilante vengeance, masculinity in church culture, and trusting God amid evil. Pope describes beating cancer twice and living with shrinking “terminal” cancer while fearing primarily for his wife, not his mission.00:00 Welcome and Support01:02 Meet Pastor Pope03:00 Church Growth Vision04:11 Planting During COVID08:39 Serving the Marginalized14:22 Helping Without Enabling19:45 Pastor Pope Origin Story20:34 Finding Strength to Share24:13 Anger and Forgiveness27:23 Rage and Hatred28:17 Godly Desire to Protect29:00 Suffering and Faith30:52 Image of God and Sin32:12 Vengeance and Vigilantes36:27 Defense vs Revenge38:45 Love Without Affirmation41:30 Men and Heroic Courage43:29 Romans 8 28 Hope45:17 Cancer and Mortality49:21 Gratitude and Farewell

In this life, we all go through pain, and for many of us, it can be hard to let go of the past and release the hurt or anger we carry. But in today's message, Pastor Richard encourages us to look at the cross and remember what Jesus endured for us. He suffered and gave His life for our sins, even when we were still living in sin… yet He still loved us. That's why we are called to let go and forgive others, just as we have been forgiven.

Have you ever heard of strength being shown through weakness? In life, people often respond to others the way they are treated, showing love when they are loved, and returning hate when they are hurt. However, the Bible calls the followers of Christ to something different. In today's message, Pastor Richard shows you that there is true strength in humility, not in retaliation. Choose to show love, even when you are met with hate.

As followers of Christ, we will face challenges with one another. Sometimes, those difficulties can even stem from unaddressed sin in our own lives or in the lives of others. Yet too often, we choose to remain silent instead of responding in love and truth. That's why, in today's message, Pastor Richard urges us to stay grounded in the Word of God and to handle every situation with both grace and wisdom, walking in love and forgiveness.

Speaker: Pastor Richard Salazar Date: 5.17.26

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