Podcasts about victory church

"The most important voice in your life is the one narrating your identity." Where do you find the answer to "Who are you?" It often feels like the culture and people around you are fighting to tell you who you should be, but in this powerful start to a new sermon season, "What Do You See?" by Pastor Jon Chasteen, we draw from Scripture to see who God says we are. If you've been struggling to see yourself the way God sees you, this message is for you! Key Scriptures: Jeremiah 1:4-12 (NLT) Jeremiah 7:27 (NLT) Isaiah 7:7-9 (NLT) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Victory Church Youth Service 5/29/26If you prayed with me in this video, COMMENT BELOW and let us know so we can continue to pray for you!Learn more about Freedom from Sin: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGqHPNDG0wVf5Lhx7M4Mba9oDbUiqlDBr&si=uj6FRBRm1zBROHVpLearn more about Victory Church in New Orleans: https://www.victorychurchnola.comFollow us on Instagram!

To live in the Spirit is to stay in and follow His current. Many times, we want God to bless what we do but we're doing it His way in the first place. Pastor Wade Smith brings a word for our "Life in the Spirit" sermon season on the Holy Spirit's current that must be followed, has its own rhythm, and is what carries you. We pray this message is encouraging as a reminder that God's ways are always better, they're for our good! Key Scriptures: Galatians 5:25 (NIV) Acts 16:6-10 (NIV) Romans 8:6 (NIV) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of every day of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hear about it, click here! https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING​

If we're called to walk in the Spirit, how can we discern His voice? Continuing our sermon season, "Life in the Spirit," Pastor Jon Chasteen brings an encouraging word on the different ways the Lord speaks: through patterns, timing, interruptions, and seasons. If you've ever struggled to figure out how God speaks, this message is for you! Key Scriptures: Numbers 9:15-23 (NLT) Galatians 5:25 (NKJV) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of youlife, it's about making the most of everyday of your life!  God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine!  If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it. Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hear about it, click here! https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253  email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNow Victory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us! #JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING​

In this special Mother's Day message, “Living Letters From Mom,” we explore the powerful truth that our lives tell a story long before we ever say a word. Through the lens of 2 Corinthians 3, we discover how God uses ordinary people to write extraordinary testimonies of faith, love, perseverance, and legacy. Whether you're a mother, spiritual parent, or someone shaped by the influence of others, this message is a reminder that your life is being read by the people around you, and God is still writing your story. No matter how small the beginning may seem, the Holy Spirit is faithfully forming a masterpiece through you. Key Scriptures: • 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 (NIV) • Hebrews 12:1-2 (NKJV) • Deuteronomy 6:5-9 (NIV) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Main Theme Mother's Day message at Victory Church. Focus on “real housewives” as godly women who build their homes. Core idea: wise women build up their house, family, and faith. Opening Context Pastor introduces five women sharing short messages. Theme is contrasted with reality-TV “housewives,” which are framed as foolish and destructive. Scripture anchor: Proverbs 14:1 about wise women building their house. 1. Perspective on Identity Speaker: Carolyn Granada. Main point: how women see themselves shapes how they live. Key text: Ephesians 2:1–5. Believers are no longer dead in sin but alive in Christ. Mothers are described as prayerful, compassionate, serving women with victory in Christ. Emphasis on serving in the church and using one's gifts. 2. Praying for Family Focus: how to pray for your family. Main idea: pray according to God's will, not selfish desire. Personal testimony about illness, marriage, and praying for children. Consistent, persistent prayer led to family blessing and husband's spiritual growth. Encouragement to pray early, pray boldly, seek discernment, and stand in the gap for family. 3. Establishing Devotion in the Home Title: “Establishing an Altar, Our Heart and Our Home.” Key text: Deuteronomy 6:5–7. The home should be centered on loving God and teaching children daily. Practical steps: Let children hear you pray. Make prayer the first response. Read and study Scripture together. Be creative and intentional in teaching. Make faith part of ordinary daily life. Family devotions should be a way of life, not a ritual. 4. Raising Children to Love Jesus Speaker shares motherhood and parenting stories. Main point: train children in the way they should go. Key texts: Proverbs 22:6 and Joshua 24:15. Parents must model the faith they want their children to follow. Daily routines should become opportunities to teach Jesus. Church attendance is important and should remain a priority. The speaker emphasizes persistence in prayer for children, even if they wander. 5. Treating Your Husband in Public Topic: how wives should speak about and treat their husbands publicly. Main principles: Show respect and honor. Maintain a gentle and quiet spirit. Support his leadership. Give verbal affirmation. Protect his reputation. Key texts: Ephesians 4:29, 1 Peter 3:3–4, Ephesians 5, Proverbs 18:21, Proverbs 31:11. Main warning: avoid criticism, sarcasm, gossip, or public belittling. Encouragement for young women and singles to learn these principles early. Closing Prayer and Blessing Pastor thanks the speakers and affirms the honesty of their testimonies. Blessing is given to all mothers and caregivers. Key text: Hebrews 6:10. Message: God sees every act of service and will not forget it. Prayer for: Strength and encouragement. Healing for broken or hurting mothers. Comfort for grief or estrangement. Fresh fire and continued faithfulness. Mothers receive a gift bag as a token of appreciation. Overall Message Godly women build homes through prayer, teaching, service, and honor. Motherhood is hard, often unnoticed, but never unseen by God. The church family should support women in their calling. Faith, family, and daily devotion are central throughout the message.

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of youlife, it's about making the most of everyday of your life!  God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine!  If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it. Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hear about it, click here! https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253  email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNow Victory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us! #JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING​

"Not every wilderness is Spirit-led..." If you're a seasoned Christian, you have likely heard lots of conversation about a "wilderness season." But how do we discern when the wilderness season is actually from God? Continuing our "Life in the Spirit" sermon season, Pastor Oscar Ortiz brings a word on what it means--and what it takes--to be Spirit-led. Scripture references: Luke 3:21-22 (NASB2020) John 1:32 (NASB2020) Luke 4:1-2 (NASB2020) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of youlife, it's about making the most of everyday of your life!  God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine!  If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it. Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hear about it, click here! https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253  email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNow Victory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us! #JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING​

“You are in a safe place. This conference was specially curated just for you. Here at Victory Church, women have been praying for you, fasting for you, preparing for you, planning for you, and wanting to get you here. Whatever you came in carrying, you do not have to walk out with it. This is a place where you can let your guard down, allow the Holy Spirit to work on you, and begin to roll away the stones in your life so you can experience true springtime, healing, and freedom.”“The Father is not intimidated by how long it has been, how bad it smells, or how dead it looks. When Jesus called Lazarus, He did not stop at the tomb; He said, ‘Come forth,' and then He said, ‘Loose him and let him go.' That means no matter how long you have been stuck, bound, rejected, overlooked, or counted out, God is still calling you out of that place and into life, purpose, and victory.”

We know the conversation on tithing can be awkward. Whether you're experiencing a financially sensitive situation or you just don't trust how that Church as a whole has managed money, we understand. As we continue our "Life in the Spirit" sermon season, Pastor Jon gracefully and honestly addresses what Scripture says about tithing and how to truly honor God with our first fruits. We pray this message is empowering and encouraging for whatever situation you're in! Scripture references: Hebrews 7:1-3 (NASB1995) Matthew 23:23 (NASB1995) Malachi 3:8-12 (NASB1995)   Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/   Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/   Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer   Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/   Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok   Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM   Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome to the Victory Church Weekly Podcast! Reach out to me with any questions or comments about the show at pastor@victorychurchraleigh.com You can also read my daily blog at mitchhorton.com Get plugged in at Victory Church at victorychurchraleigh.com Hit subscribe, and turn on notifications so that you can get the podcast delivered daily on your phone!

Welcome to the Victory Church podcast where you can listen to powerful messages by our pastoral staff and guest speakers from our Sunday morning worship services. At Victory, we're committed to reaching the lost, restoring the broken, and reviving believers. God is in the life-changing business. Amen. If you have your Bibles, would you turn with me to Luke chapter 8. We began a series on knowing God's will for your life and how to hear the voice of God and get God's direction. ... We're talking about knowing God's will. It's an extremely important topic for every true Christian. Every Bible-believing Christian. Every sincere believer should have a passion to know and do God's will. ... So how do you know God's will? Through His word. God speaks to you first and foremost through the Bible. ... Hearing God's voice requires cultivating an open heart to act as good soil to receive the word of God. ... The four soils represent four different heart conditions. The seed is the word of God. The ones by the wayside hear, then the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts. The ones on the rock hear with joy, but have no root. The ones among thorns are choked by cares, riches, and pleasures. But the good ground keeps the word and bears fruit with patience. ... You are one of four soils. You will either be softened or hardened by the word of God. My desire is to help you cultivate a receptive heart. ... A hard heart can come from pride, fear, anger, bitterness, and offense. Offense is a trap that can keep you from receiving help, encouragement, strength, and blessing. ... Jesus was offended at in Nazareth because of their unbelief. He could do no mighty works there because of their condition of heart. ... Today I plead with you to ask God to create in me a clean heart, a pure heart, and a soft, tender heart.

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hearabout it, click here!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING​

In episode 5, John and Arvin discuss the 45th anniversary of Victory Church, how life looks when you step back to observe the "God Cam," the importance and value of "staying in your lane," and the importance of developing trust with God in private before you see His destiny for you enacted in public.

"Delay is the great exposer." Have you ever been frustrated with God's timing? You're not alone! In this encouraging message continuing our "Life In the Spirit" sermon season, Pastor Jon Chasteen shifts our focus to how delay can be a good thing. In showing us how delay exposes what we truly trust, fear, crave, and believe, we are reminded of how God works through it all. It is our prayer that you are encouraged by this message and learn to see God and delay differently! Scripture references: Jeremiah 1:5-10 (NASB1995) Exodus 32:1-4 (NASB1995) Exodus 32:9 (NASB1995) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hearabout it, click here!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING

DISRESPECTFUL WIFE - ESTHER PART 1 | WS#495 | April 19, 2026 | Victory Church#VictoryChurch #OdessaTX

Between the 2 of them, John Daugherty and Arvin Sepehr have 7 decades of experience living and working behind the scenes of ministry life. They work together at Victory Church in Tulsa, OK and spend every episode of this podcast diving into lessons learned while on staff at Victory. 

So many people gave their lives to Christ this Easter, and we couldn't be happier! For anyone wondering what to do after salvation, the answer is baptism. As part of our "Life in the Spirit" sermon season, Pastor Jon Chasteen partners with each campus pastor to preach on the meaning of water baptisms for those being baptized as well as for those witnessing them. We pray this message would encourage you to get baptized if you haven't been, or encourage you to celebrate loudly those being baptized! Scripture references: Romans 6:3-5 (NASB1995) Colossians 2:9-12 (NASB1995) Galatians 3:26-27 (NASB1995) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome to the Victory Church Weekly Podcast! Reach out to me with any questions or comments about the show at pastor@victorychurchraleigh.com You can also read my daily blog at mitchhorton.com Get plugged in at Victory Church at victorychurchraleigh.com Hit subscribe, and turn on notifications so that you can get the podcast delivered daily on your phone!

Victory Church celebrated a strong Good Friday and Sunday turnout, with lives being changed and the gospel still saving people. The new series is about knowing God's will for your life, which the pastor says is one of the most important questions for every believer. Spiritual growth is tied to what you know from God's Word, and God's will comes out of God's Word. Not every life decision is spelled out in Scripture, so believers need biblical principles to guide choices about careers, marriage, money, location, and ministry. A right heart matters: pride, bitterness, unforgiveness, and other wrong attitudes can keep people from receiving God's direction. James 4:13–17 was the main text, warning against planning the future without including God. The message stressed that planning is not wrong, but planning without God is. Believers should say, “If the Lord wills,” and seek God's direction in all major decisions. Presuming about tomorrow is foolish because life is uncertain and brief, like a vapor. The sermon urged listeners to live in the present, appreciate people now, and make wise choices today. The real goal is not just to have God bless our plans, but to do what God is already blessing. The closing call was to surrender personal plans to God and trust Him to edit, redirect, and restore life.

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hearabout it, click here!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING​

Welcome to the Victory Church Weekly Podcast! Reach out to me with any questions or comments about the show at pastor@victorychurchraleigh.com You can also read my daily blog at mitchhorton.com Get plugged in at Victory Church at victorychurchraleigh.com Hit subscribe, and turn on notifications so that you can get the podcast delivered daily on your phone!

Between the 2 of them, John Daugherty and Arvin Sepehr have 7 decades of experience living and working behind the scenes of ministry life. They work together at Victory Church in Tulsa, OK and spend every episode of this podcast diving into lessons learned while on staff at Victory. This episode details Victory's recent Easter production, "THE GREAT FOREVER."

This weekend, Pastor Jon Chasteen brings an encouraging message about how the blood of Christ still works and impacts our identity, our security, and our ability to step out in faith. We pray this message serves as a reminder of how much God loves you and what He did just to be with you! Scripture references: Hebrews 10:11-18 (NLT) 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 (NIV) Romans 8:10-11 (NLT) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hearabout it, click here!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING

EASTER 2026 | WS#493 | April 5, 2026 | Victory Church#VictoryChurch #OdessaTX

Bible Study | Gospel Parallels 177 | April 1, 2026 | Victory Church#VictoryChurch #OdessaTX

John and Arvin are back for Season 11! Between the 2 of them, John Daugherty and Arvin Sepehr have 7 decades of experience living and working behind the scenes of ministry life. They work together at Victory Church in Tulsa, OK and spend every episode of this podcast diving into lessons learned while on staff at Victory.

On this significant weekend celebrating Palm Sunday, Rabbi Jason Sobel brings a powerful word that reminds of who Jesus is. Going over the significance of His baptism into His ministry and discipleship leading up to His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, this message frames key events through a Jewish lens. We pray this message brings a fresh revelation of Jesus Christ Himself and reshapes your mindset as we head into Easter! Scripture references: Luke 3:22 (TLV) Matthew 21:6-9 (TLV) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hearabout it, click here!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING​

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John and Arvin are back for Season 11! Between the 2 of them, John Daugherty and Arvin Sepehr have 7 decades of experience living and working behind the scenes of ministry life. They work together at Victory Church in Tulsa, OK and spend every episode of this podcast diving into lessons learned while on staff at Victory.

Welcome to the Victory Church Weekly Podcast! Reach out to me with any questions or comments about the show at pastor@victorychurchraleigh.com You can also read my daily blog at mitchhorton.com Get plugged in at Victory Church at victorychurchraleigh.com Hit subscribe, and turn on notifications so that you can get the podcast delivered daily on your phone!

Sometimes, freedom isn't about your circumstances, but about your heart. There is a war within you, and Pastor Wade Smith, continuing the "Life in the Spirit" sermon season, brings a powerful message about how to recognize and fight this war with the Spirit. We pray this message emboldens you as you partner with the Spirit to be free! Scripture references: Galatians 5:16-17 (NIV) Romans 7:21-25 (NIV) 2 Corinthians 3:17 (NIV) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

I. Introduction and Focus Welcome from Victory Church podcast; statement of mission: reaching the lost, restoring the broken, reviving believers. Call to open Bibles to Galatians 6; affirmation of the power, authority, and reliability of God's Word. Sermon title and theme introduced: “The ultimate boast” – centering on the cross of Jesus Christ. II. Paul's Life and Credentials Brief overview of Paul as an apostle and missionary: sent by Christ, three missionary journeys, final journey to Rome, thousands of miles traveled. Paul's work: establishing churches, appointing leaders, testifying before rulers, writing about half the New Testament (13 letters). Emphasis that Paul had an extraordinary “resume” of accomplishments. III. The Only Legitimate Boast: The Cross (Galatians 6:14) Key verse: “God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Point: Despite having much he could boast in, Paul chose to glory only in the cross. Contrast with culture (ancient and modern) where people seek worth in achievements, wealth, status, and credentials. Clarification that net worth does not equal self-worth; many wealthy, accomplished people still lack true value and identity. IV. Biblical Rebuke of Worldly Boasting (Jeremiah 9:23–24) Jeremiah's warning: Let not the wise glory in wisdom. Let not the mighty glory in might. Let not the rich glory in riches. True glory: understanding and knowing the Lord who practices lovingkindness, justice, and righteousness. Humanity's tendency to boast in intellect, strength, and possessions contrasted with God's values. V. Paul's Resume Re-evaluated (Philippians 3) Paul lists his qualifications: Circumcised the eighth day, of Israel, tribe of Benjamin, Hebrew of Hebrews. A Pharisee regarding the law, zealous (persecuting the church), outwardly blameless in legal righteousness. Paul's conclusion: what was gain he now counts as loss for Christ; all is “rubbish” compared to knowing Christ. Illustration of “trophies” being swept into the garbage compared to the surpassing worth of Christ. VI. Illustration: James Dobson's Trophy Story of James Dobson winning a state tennis championship, proudly displaying his trophy in school. Years later the trophy is found in the trash; a janitor calls to ask if he wants it. Lesson: what once seemed highly valuable becomes garbage; earthly honors are fleeting. Application: anything not attached to Jesus Christ fades and loses significance. VII. The Fleeting Nature of Earthly Glory Personal example: pastor's brief media prominence during Israel war coverage—interviews, trending stories. After a few days, the coverage disappears and must be searched for. Broader examples: Money sprouts wings and flies away. Beauty, strength, popularity, trends, and influencer status all fade. Even Christian trends, names, and songs move from top to bottom of the list. Warning: if identity is tied to these things, life will be unstable—“up and then down.” VIII. The Cross as Central and Supreme Reaffirmation of Paul's statement: God forbid that I should boast in anything but the cross. Scholar's quote: the cross as the hinge of history, the hub of God's purposes; OT prophets pointed to it, NT disciples proclaimed it. Hymn “The Old Rugged Cross” cited to underline the cross as emblem of suffering, shame, salvation, and ultimate exchange for a crown. Concern that contemporary church culture often downplays the cross, the blood, and Christ's supremacy, exalting human philosophy and benefits instead. Clarification of “mystery” in the biblical sense: a truth once hidden but now revealed. IX. Everything Flows From the Cross The cross' relevance to today: Every good thing and spiritual blessing comes through the cross. Apart from Christ's death there is only judgment and condemnation. Repeated call-and-response: “Because of the cross” applied to: Every sin forgiven. Every healing. Every ministry, song, offering, and destiny fulfilled. X. The Message of the Cross in 1 Corinthians Reading 1 Corinthians 1:18–25: The message of the cross is foolishness to those perishing but God's power to those being saved. God destroys worldly wisdom; through “foolish” preaching He saves believers. Jews seek signs, Greeks seek wisdom, but the church preaches Christ crucified—stumbling block to Jews, foolishness to Greeks, but the power and wisdom of God to the called. Warning against famine of hearing God's Word in the last days; insistence that the church must keep proclaiming Scripture, not just short, story-only messages. XI. Paul's Resolve: Christ and Him Crucified (1 Corinthians 2) Paul's approach in Corinth: not with excellence of speech or human wisdom. Determination “to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.” Emphasis on weakness, fear, trembling; preaching in demonstration of the Spirit and power, so faith rests on God's power, not human wisdom. Critique of modern church gimmicks, sensationalism, and entertainment used to attract people. Principle: what you win people with, you must keep supplying to keep them; only the cross and Christ are stable foundations. XII. True Value and Identity: Who Owns You and What Was Paid Teaching: the value of something depends on who owns it and what someone will pay for it. Illustration: Ordinary sneakers vs. Michael Jordan's sneakers valued much higher because of the owner. Believers' value because they are owned by Christ, bought with a price. Baseball card story: selling sports cards to buy his wife's engagement ring, showing how value is determined by what someone is willing to pay. Scriptural basis: believers redeemed not with silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ; life is in the blood; without shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. Conclusion: our worth, significance, and purpose come from the cross and the blood of Jesus, not from worldly systems. XIII. Identity Rooted in Christ, Not Titles or Opinions Warning against grounding identity in titles (even “pastor”), roles, or what people say. People are fickle: they can shout “Hosanna” one day and “Crucify him” the next. Admission that the pastor still struggles with this but must continually return to the cross and the Father's love. Call for the congregation to avoid judging quickly, recognizing everyone has issues. Exhortation: find identity in Christ and His work on the cross when all external things are stripped away. XIV. The Uniqueness of the Gospel and How We Are Saved Contrast of Christianity with other religions (Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormonism, Buddhism, Islam): Other systems focus on what adherents must do and become. The gospel centers on what Christ has done. Example from Acts 16: jailer asks, “What must I do to be saved?” Answer: “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ,” not a list of works. The cross as the only ground of boasting because we contributed nothing to it; all glory goes to God. XV. Ongoing Power of the Cross and Call to Persevere Statement that the cross' power to deliver, heal, and set free never diminishes. Reference to Philippians 3: Paul has not arrived but presses on by grace. Encouragement: no believer has “arrived”; we all press on because of the cross' power. Allusion to hymn: the blood reaches the highest mountain, flows to the lowest valley, and gives strength day by day. XVI. Invitation to Salvation and Response Appeal to those who have never fully accepted Jesus or the work of the cross. Explanation: salvation is by faith—repenting, believing in what Jesus did on our behalf. Assertion: there is real power in the cross and the blood to change lives. Quotation: “He who has the Son has life; he who does not…the wrath of God abides on him.” The cross shows both God's wrath against sin (someone had to die) and His love for us (Christ taking our place). Call for a response: raising hands to indicate need for grace, then coming forward publicly to seal the decision. Assurance: they are only being asked to believe and receive, not perform. Closing with worship focused on the cross and thanksgiving for Christ's sacrifice, plus practical church information (Victory Church address).

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hearabout it, click here!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING

Who is the Holy Spirit? As we continue our "Life in the Spirit" sermon season, Pastor Adam Fredericks brings a message on who this person is that we're doing life with. Using Scripture and practical application, Pastor Adam teaches us how the Spirit is a person and a promise, and He gives power, heals wounds, and ignites our passions! We pray this message is encouraging for your own walk with the Spirit. Scripture references: Luke 10:17-24 (NASB2020) John 14:16 (NASB2020) 2 Corinthians 1:22 (NASB2020) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

I. Introduction and Context Pastor's introduction of Brother Lawrence and connection to his preaching in Liberia. Purpose: prepare God's people for the coming harvest (Easter, witnessing, inviting, praying for family and friends). II. Liberia Experiences and Personal Testimony Brother Lawrence's joy in returning “home” to Victory Church. Repeated trips to Liberia (and Israel) despite earlier reluctance to travel to West Africa. Observation: high percentage of professing Christians in Liberia; strong biblical knowledge, even among children. Humbling experiences with Liberian believers' excellence in dress and worship; story of being underdressed and then over-preparing, only to need borrowed attire. III. Transition to the Message and Text Framing the message as a serious word from the Holy Spirit and a “gift from Liberia.” Link to upcoming events: Easter, baby dedications, baptisms. Call to open hearts and ears. Scripture text announced: Luke 16:19–31 (rich man and Lazarus). IV. Reading and Setting of Luke 16:19–31 Jesus speaking in the presence of disciples, tax collectors, sinners, and Pharisees. Pharisees questioning Jesus for associating with sinners and tax collectors. Reading the parable: Rich man clothed in purple and fine linen, living in luxury. Beggar Lazarus at his gate, full of sores, longing for crumbs; dogs licking his sores. Death of both men: Lazarus carried to Abraham's side, rich man in torment in Hades. Rich man's plea for relief and Abraham's answer about the great fixed gulf. Rich man's request to warn his brothers; Abraham's reply about Moses and the prophets and the refusal to believe even if one rises from the dead. V. Clarifying the Real Issue: Pride, Not Possessions Warning against quickly judging the rich man and assuming wealth itself is evil. Affirmation: God gives power to get wealth and desires to bless His children. Real problem: pride and selfishness—wealth becoming an idol that controls the heart. Evidence of selfishness: refusal to help Lazarus despite great abundance and space. VI. Jesus' Definition of True Wealth Reference to Matthew 13:44–46: Treasure hidden in a field, man sells all to buy it. Merchant finding one pearl of great price, selling all to get it. Teaching: the kingdom of heaven is the true treasure and lasting wealth. Contrast between God's definition of wealth and the world's (cars, status, luxury). Scripture as our manual for teaching, correction, and equipping; having answers but still making wrong choices. VII. Applying the Parable Personally: “I Am the Rich Man” Call for each believer to identify as the rich man spiritually. Believers are “filthy rich” in spiritual terms—rich in the gospel and knowledge of Christ. Question: Are there spiritually hungry “Lazaruses” we pass every day? Description of spiritually starving people: Coming for prayer, asking questions, clearly in need. Trying to fill their inner void with sin, addictions, relationships, and pleasures. Challenge: how many such Lazaruses are ignored or postponed (“I'll talk to them tomorrow”)? VIII. Illustrative Story: Daniel and Mike Daniel as a faithful Christian, hard worker, devoted family man, regular church attender. Coworker Mike searching spiritually, marriage failing, feeling empty. Daniel intending to share the gospel “when things slow down,” continually postponing. Mike moves away amid crisis; Daniel never shares Christ with him. Daniel's conviction and resolve afterward: no longer treating evangelism as optional or “when I have time.” IX. Scriptural Call to Kingdom Priority and Mission Matthew 6:33: seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. Mark 8:36: what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul? Matthew 28:19–20: the Great Commission—go, make disciples, baptize, teach. Acknowledgment of ongoing worries (finances, health, stress), but insistence that they must not block obedience. Question: how many Lazaruses suffer or die spiritually because of our worries and delays? X. Heaven's Joy over the Lost: Luke 15 Context before the parable: Luke 15 (the “lost” chapter). Parable of the lost sheep (leaving the 99 for the one; joy in heaven over one sinner who repents). Parable of the lost coin (diligent search, rejoicing with neighbors when found). Emphasis: explicit description of joy in heaven and among the angels over one repentant sinner. Point: this is what makes heaven rejoice; this is God's heart. XI. Identity and Responsibility of Believers Believers as spiritually rich and left on earth for a mission, not taken immediately to heaven. We are ambassadors for Christ, with God pleading through us for people to be reconciled. We are co-laborers with Christ—He works through us, but we must say “yes” and step out. Reframing the rich man: rather than condemning him, examine our own response to the spiritually needy. XII. Visual Demonstration of the Great Commission Acknowledgment of different learning styles; some need a visual example. Calling members from the congregation to the front to represent the disciples. One person symbolically identified as Judas and sent back; replacement mentioned from Acts 1. Jesus' command reenacted: “Go and make disciples of all nations…” Instruction to each “disciple” to go into the congregation, grab two people, and bring them up. New group then commissioned the same way and told to each get two more. Repetition of the exercise, stressing getting out of comfort zones and “whether they want to or not” as a dramatic illustration. XIII. Visualizing Heaven's Goal and Hell's Loss Congregation asked to look around at the now-filled front area as a picture of how heaven should be. Statement: this multiplication is God's plan for mankind; we are rich and must not leave Lazaruses behind. Evangelism and disciple-making presented as: Respect and obedience to Christ. The first priority of anyone who calls themselves Christian. Reminder: Satan's main strategy is to distract believers from this mission with stress, finances, and life problems from the moment they wake up. XIV. Final Emphasis Repeated warning that “God is not playing around with us” on this issue. Call to leave comfort zones and embrace our identity as spiritually rich ambassadors. Exhortation: no more ignoring Lazarus at the gate—bring them, fill heaven, and “empty the gates of hell.”

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hearabout it, click here!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/134006  Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.com/people/forms/197253 email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS​​ #HOPE​​ #VICTORY​​ #JESUSISCOMING

Next Level Leader Podcast with Ed Crenshaw is Victory Church's new podcast for leadership development.You can check out our first episode with the linked content or here.

"Invitations precede miracles." Have you ever been invited somewhere--maybe to a birthday party, a wedding, or to church--and you walked out differently because you saw something, participated in something, or met someone? Throughout the Gospels, we see those same instances over and over: Jesus inviting people to follow Him, and their lives are changed. We then see how that spreads to more invitations and more lives changed! In this impactful message, Pastor Jon Chasteen reminds us of the power of the invitation. Scripture references: John 1:35-49 (NASB1995) John 7:37-39 (NASB1995) Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/ Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/ Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/ Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Welcome! At Victory Church in Troy, PA living for Jesus is about is much more than getting ready for the last day of your life, it's about making the most of everyday of your life! God has prepared a future for you that is bigger, brighter, and better than you can even imagine! If you are new to Victory we just want to say, Welcome to the Family!Thanks for sharing your time with us. We promise to never waste it.Did you accept Jesus as Lord of your life? We'd LOVE to hear about it, click here! https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.c... Had a GREAT experience? CONNECT with Victory Church today!https://victoryconnect.churchcenter.c... email: info@voiceofvictory.comInstagram: @VCNowVictory Church is here for you.Your life matters to God and to us!#JESUS #HOPE #VICTORY #JESUSISCOMING

Connect With Us: To learn more about Victory Church and to get connected, visit us at https://victory.church/   Worship Gathering Times: To see locations & worship gathering times, visit https://victory.church/locations/   Prayer: We believe in praying big prayers to a big God and expecting big results. If you're in need of prayer, our team would be honored to pray with you. You can reach us for prayer at https://victory.church/prayer   Giving: At Victory, we steward God's resources well and with radical generosity. If you'd like to give toward the mission of Victory Church, visit https://victory.church/give/   Follow Us: OKC Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchokc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorychurchok   Edmond Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoryedmond/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victory.churchEDM   Grapevine (Texas) Campus: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorychurchgrapevine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089341962919

Breaking The Silence with Dr Gregory Williams Guest, Colleen Rouse, Founder of Thrive Today, Board member of Street Grace and Author of "Resilience it's Time to Get Up" This Week's Guest will be Colleen Rouse. Colleen is the Founder of Thrive Today, which champions women to thrive by merging Scripture and influence. Colleen speaks globally on Biblical truths pertaining to leadership and healthy mindset development. She is Pastor along with her husband, Dennis of Victory Church. To learn more, visit Street Grace's Website: https://www.streetgrace.org/ You can also find plenty of free resources and tools to get equipped to protect your children and youth from sexual exploitation, at Street Grace's resources page: https://www.streetgrace.org/resources If you are being exploited or know someone who is, please save the number below and call. Street Grace Hotline: 1-833-FREE 2 BE (1-833-373-3223) National Hotline: 1(888) 373-7888

I. Introduction: The Message and Mission of Victory Church Overview of the Victory Church podcast: teaching and worship messages. Church mission: reaching the lost, restoring the broken, reviving believers. Central theme: the faithfulness of God — His dependability, reliability, and trustworthiness. II. Understanding God's Faithfulness Our faith rests not on our faithfulness, but on God's proven record. Encouragement to know, memorize, meditate on, and live by the Word of God. God's faithfulness remains constant despite life's ups and downs. III. Lesson from 2 Chronicles 16:7–10 — King Asa and the Prophet Hanani The prophet (“seer”) rebuked Asa for relying on human power instead of God. The “eyes of the Lord” search the earth for loyal hearts to strengthen. Asa's foolish anger at correction serves as a warning against pride and spiritual resistance. IV. The Role of Prophets, Pastors, and Counselors God speaks through His servants to bring clarity and correction. The danger of isolation: believers need pastors, accountability, and spiritual community. The “one another” principles of the New Testament — loving, praying for, and encouraging one another. V. The Importance of Church and Unity Jesus Himself regularly attended worship. Countering cultural messages that say believers don't need church or pastors. The power of unity — believers praying, worshiping, and standing together. VI. Relying on God, Not Natural Thinking Asa's mistake: trusting human wisdom instead of divine guidance. Distractions and deception are the enemy's primary tools. The Word of God renews the mind and guards against subtle lies. VII. The Power and Necessity of the Word The Word is a hammer that breaks strongholds and transforms hearts. Sermons and Scripture are tools for shaping believers — not short motivational talks. The preaching of the Word remains essential even when unpopular. VIII. Staying Teachable and Humbly Receiving Correction King Asa's downfall was pride and resistance to counsel. Believers should remain humble, lifelong learners open to godly wisdom. Experience becomes true learning only when processed through the Word and wisdom. IX. God's Faithfulness and Our Loyal Hearts God seeks loyal, not perfect, hearts. Loyalty involves repentance, humility, and trust. God desires to show Himself strong for His people just as He has in the past. X. Bearing Fruit at Every Stage of Life Believers can bear fruit even in old age. Mentorship: older generations have wisdom to pass on to younger ones. Fruitfulness includes spiritual influence and discipleship, not just activity. XI. Conclusion: A Call to Worship and Renewal God's character is unchanging—He remains faithful even when we are faithless. Invitation to pray, worship, and recommit to trusting God. Affirmation that God continues to work, bless, and restore His people through His faithfulness.