Wellspring Church DFW: Recent Episodes
Dustin Aguilar
Ever wondered why Jesus told parables—was it to make truth simple, or to hide it? This message answers that question head-on, and unpacks the harder ones that follow: Does God choose to reveal Himself to some and withhold from others? Is that fair? And if He hardens hearts like He did Pharaoh's, is there still hope for you? You'll walk away understanding Romans 9's sovereignty language, seeing that God doesn't reveal His kingdom to the "wise and understanding," but to the humble, needy, and childlike who admit they can't do this on their own. If you've ever quietly feared that God doesn't want you, or wrestled with whether His choices are just, this message meets that fear directly.
If you're in the middle of a trial right now and feeling tossed back and forth by your circumstances, this message may offer some real help. Through James 1:5-8, we consider that when we're struggling to endure hardship, what we often need isn't just relief or an answer—it's wisdom, and God promises to give it generously to those who ask. This sermon also explores a common, anxious misreading of "ask in faith, with no doubting" that can leave believers feeling like their prayers don't count unless they're 100% certain of the outcome. Instead, we consider what real faith might look like, drawing on Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's "even if" heart posture: "God can, God will, but even if He doesn't, I will not turn my back on Him."
In this message on the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13), we explore how different heart conditions affect our response to the Word of God—whether it's stolen through misunderstanding, withers under pressure, is choked by worldly cares, or produces lasting fruit. Jesus challenges us to examine our own hearts while also reshaping how we view evangelism: our role is simply to sow and water, trusting God with the results. This sermon calls us to cultivate good soil through repentance, dependence on God, and community, and to share the gospel with confidence, knowing that those with ears to hear will respond.
In this message on Matthew 12:43–45, we unpack Jesus' vivid warning about the return of an unclean spirit and what it reveals about a truly spiritual worldview. While the passage raises many intriguing questions about demons and the unseen realm, the central point is not a detailed teaching on deliverance, but a sobering rebuke: the generation that rejected Jesus would end up in a far worse condition than before. Tracing the context of Jesus' confrontation with the Pharisees, we see how this illustration points to Israel's rejection of Christ, the "empty house" of the temple, and the eventual devastation of Jerusalem. At the same time, this message brings the focus home—highlighting how modern Western culture often enjoys the benefits of God while rejecting His presence, leaving a dangerous spiritual vacuum. The call is clear: repentance, confession, and a life filled with the Holy Spirit are essential, not just once, but as an ongoing rhythm of discipleship. Ultimately, this sermon challenges us to move beyond a shallow faith into genuine intimacy with God, reminding us that the goal is not just freedom from darkness, but being filled with the presence of God Himself.
In this message on Psalm 103, we wrap up the Sacred Songs series by exploring how to navigate spiritual mountaintops, valleys, and the often-overlooked "spiritual normal" that defines most of the Christian life. Rather than chasing constant highs, we're challenged to build consistent disciplines in seasons of joy that will sustain us in seasons of dryness—learning to command our souls to bless the Lord regardless of how we feel. Walking through David's self-exhortation, we see the power of remembering God's benefits, stiring our faith through others' testimonies, and anchoring our hope in the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus, who bears our sins and secures our redemption. This sermon also highlights how true worship engages "all that is within us," illustrated through a powerful youth camp experience where repentance, unity, and wholehearted pursuit of God led to breakthrough and transformation. As we celebrate together and look ahead, this message calls us to stir our souls, seek God intentionally, and step fully into moments of worship, trusting that as we draw near to Him, He draws near to us.
This message on Psalm 51 traces the difference between image-management and real repentance by contrasting shallow, self-protective confession with the brokenhearted honesty God receives. David's psalm rises out of the confrontation in 2 Samuel 12 after his sin with Bathsheba and the murder of Uriah, and the sermon shows how true confession refuses to minimize sin, appeals only to God's steadfast love and abundant mercy, and cries, "Create in me a clean heart, O God." The message also explains that sin is ultimately against God, that conviction is a mercy meant to drive us to repentance, and that God desires not polished religious performance but "a broken spirit" and "a broken and contrite heart." From there, the sermon turns practical, urging believers to ask God for wisdom in the secret heart, to stop justifying themselves, and to learn how to confess clearly both to God and to other people. Finally, it shows that forgiveness produces restored joy, renewed worship, and evangelism, because once sinners are cleansed by God's mercy, they cannot help but tell others about the God who saves
In this message on Psalm 24, we walk through a prophetic worship song that asks one of the most important questions in Scripture: "Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord? And who shall stand in his holy place?" David begins by declaring that Yahweh is not a tribal deity but the rightful King over the entire earth and everyone in it, the God who rules over all nations and all so‑called gods. Yet this universal King is also terrifyingly holy: only the one with clean hands, a pure heart, and truthful lips can stand before Him. That standard immediately exposes us—like David and Israel carrying the ark, we are reminded that good intentions and passionate worship are not enough if we treat God lightly or cling to our sin. But embedded in the psalm is a gospel whisper: righteousness is not achieved, it is received "from the God of his salvation," pointing ahead to Jesus, the only One who truly has clean hands and a pure heart, who ascended the hill in our place and opened the way into God's presence. The closing refrain—"Lift up your heads, O gates… that the King of glory may come in"—becomes both a cry for Christ's return and a personal invitation: open the ancient doors of your heart, stop hiding behind "nobody's perfect," and let the King of glory come in to forgive, cleanse, and reign in every part of your life.
In this exposition of Psalm 19, we explore one of the greatest poems ever written, a three-part masterpiece that reveals God as the all-powerful Creator, the personal Lawgiver, and the gracious Redeemer. The first section shows how creation testifies to God's existence and power, leaving humanity without excuse (Romans 1:19-20). Even modern scientists admit the universe "looks suspiciously like a fix." But the created world, as glorious as it is, remains impersonal and distant, like the blazing sun that doesn't know or care about you (Psalm 19:6). The second section shifts dramatically: God makes Himself personal through His law. Six times the name Yahweh appears as David celebrates how God's precepts revive the soul, make the simple wise, and bring joy to the heart. In a world of cruel, capricious gods, Yahweh's law was revolutionary—loving, protective, and good. The final section is David's humble response: "Who can discern his errors? Declare me innocent from hidden faults. Keep me from presumptuous sins." This is the key to spiritual growth, healthy relationships, and freedom from bondage. We can't control much in life, but we can control our humility toward hidden faults and obvious sins.
In this pastoral approach from Psalm 3, we walk through King David's darkest night—betrayed by his own son Absalom, fleeing Jerusalem, surrounded by enemies who say "there is no salvation for him in God." Yet in the midst of sorrow, betrayal, and loss, David models a healthy way to process pain: acknowledge the struggle, turn to God with raw honesty, and abandon yourself to His mercy. This sermon tackles the lies Satan whispers when we're wounded—"God won't protect you," "You have to prove yourself," "You'll never be saved"—and shows how the Psalms give us language to fight back. We also explore the controversial topic of imprecatory psalms (prayers of cursing) and discover how to pray them as spiritual warfare in our New Testament context. Whether you've been betrayed, are battling intrusive thoughts, or feel like you're constantly protecting yourself, this message offers hope: the safest place to be is abandoned to the hands of God.
In this message from Psalm 2, we confront the overwhelming reality of global conspiracy against God, and we discover that the God who sits in heaven laughs at it all. Written prophetically by David, fulfilled in Jesus, and still unfolding today, Psalm 2 reveals that no matter how dark the world becomes, God's chosen King is already on the throne. The nations may plot, the rulers may conspire, but God's wrath waits patiently until suddenly, He brings judgment. This sermon tackles the seductive power of conspiracy theories, preying on our distrust of authority, our sense of justice, and most dangerously, our fear. But Psalm 2 offers a different kind of fear: the fear of the Lord, which doesn't drive us away but draws us to take refuge in Him. Through a deeply personal testimony of pride, depression, and humiliation, we see what it means to "rejoice with trembling"—to be terrified of God's power yet exhilarated by His love. If you've been overwhelmed by the darkness in the world, paralyzed by fear, or struggling to understand the fear of God, you can find the answer in Psalm 2.
In this message from Matthew 12:33-37, we confront a dangerous trend in the modern church: confusing spiritual gifts with spiritual fruit. Jesus warned the Pharisees—and us—that a tree is known by its fruit, not by its giftedness, popularity, or power. Yet today, the church overlooks leaders who display the works of the flesh (sexual immorality, anger, division, greed) simply because they seem anointed with prophetic power or miraculous gifts. Drawing from Galatians 5 and 1 Corinthians 13, we discover that it's possible to prophesy, heal, and build massive ministries while producing rotten fruit, and God, in His patience, may allow it for a time. But the fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control) is the true measure of a good tree. This sermon also exposes "cover-up culture," where the church protects abusive leaders by attacking whistleblowers instead of addressing the sin. Finally, we're reminded that we will give account for every careless word, which is a sobering reality that should drive us to desperate dependence on the blood of Jesus.
In this sobering yet hopeful message on Matthew 12:29-32, we tackle the most terrifying topic in Scripture: the unforgivable sin. After Jesus cast out demons and the Pharisees accused Him of operating by Satan's power, Jesus warned them about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit—the one sin that will never be forgiven. But what exactly is this sin? Is it refusing to come to Christ? Is it accidentally misidentifying a work of God? Is it committing a horrific act and feeling too guilty to return? Through careful examination of Matthew, Mark, and John, we discover that blasphemy of the Spirit is not ignorance, not mistake, not even hatred of God—it's knowingly calling the Spirit of God the spirit of Satan with a hardened, unrepentant heart. The Pharisees knew Jesus was from God (John 3:2), yet they chose to attribute His power to demons. This sermon addresses the fear many believers carry: "Have I committed the unforgivable sin?"
In this message from Matthew 12:22-28, we witness the dramatic collision of two opposing kingdoms when Jesus heals a demon-oppressed man who was both blind and mute. The crowds recognized this as the work of the promised Messiah, the Son of David, but the Pharisees, unable to deny the supernatural power, accused Jesus of operating by demonic authority. Jesus responds with devastating logic: "If Satan casts out Satan, his kingdom cannot stand." This sermon unpacks the critical difference between the temporary relief offered by pre-Jesus spiritual practices (like burning incense or speaking incantations) and the total authority Jesus brought to utterly defeat demonic powers. We also explore why Jesus equates the Spirit of God with the Kingdom of God, revealing that wherever the Spirit moves, the Kingdom breaks through. Christianity isn't just about going to heaven when you die or being declared "not guilty," it's about being rescued from one kingdom and transferred into another
In this message from Matthew 12:15-21 and Mark 3:7-11, we explore the character, purpose, and method of Jesus as the ultimate leader—and contrast it with the toxic leadership patterns plaguing the modern church. As Jesus withdrew from the Pharisees' conspiracy, healed multitudes (including Gentiles from distant lands), and commanded silence about His miracles, He fulfilled Isaiah's prophecy of a gentle, lowly servant who would not break a bruised reed or quench a smoldering wick. Jesus grew His ministry through love, humility, truth, and self-sacrifice—not through self-promotion, manipulation, or exploitation. Yet today, the church has created a system where narcissistic, heavy-handed leaders thrive, building their own fame and fortune while wearing out the flock. This sermon is a sobering call to examine our own hearts: Do we secretly want power without righteousness? Do we overlook sin to stay close to influence? And are we willing to reject the counterfeit and return to the gentle, lowly spirit of Christ? If you've been hurt by abusive leadership, or if you've been complicit in elevating it, this message offers both conviction and hope.
In this sobering message from Matthew 12:9-14, we witness the moment the Pharisees cross the line from opposition to murderous conspiracy against Jesus—all because He healed a man on the Sabbath. By asking, "Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbath?" Jesus exposed their hardness of heart and demonstrated that He is indeed Lord of the Sabbath. But the healing itself isn't the main point; it's a sign of God's love and a confrontation of idolatry. The Pharisees valued their rules over people, their sheep over the sheep of God's flock, and their religious system over the Messiah Himself. In their darkened hearts, they conspired with their enemies—the Herodians, the Sadducees, and eventually Rome—to destroy Jesus. This passage reminds us that we still live in a world of darkness, spiritual attack, and conspiracy. But the answer to darkness is light: Jesus, the Word made flesh, the Good Shepherd who cares for His sheep. Whether you're under spiritual attack or actually partnering with darkness this message calls you back to the Light—the One who overcomes all darkness.
In this message from Matthew 12:1-8, we explore one of the most controversial moments in Jesus' ministry: when He declared Himself "Lord of the Sabbath." The Pharisees had turned God's gift of rest into a crushing burden, and when Jesus' disciples plucked grain on the Sabbath, the religious leaders were outraged. But Jesus responds with brilliant theological precision, showing that he is greater than the Sabbath. His claim wasn't just about religious freedom—it was a declaration of His divinity, and it's what turned the Pharisees from opponents into murderers. But this passage isn't just ancient history; it exposes a trap we all fall into: turning good things into idols. Whether it's the Law, money, success, ministry, or even our kids' achievements, anything we cling to with frantic energy, anger, anxiety, and jealousy has likely become an idol. Learn how to spot idols in your life, pray the dangerous prayer to have them removed, and find true rest in Jesus—the One who is greater than the Sabbath, greater than the Temple, and worthy of our ultimate worship.
In this encouraging message from Matthew 11:25-30, we explore one of Jesus' greatest invitations: "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." After pronouncing judgment on cities that refused to repent, Jesus reveals the heart of the Father—a God who hides spiritual truth from the proud and "wise," but reveals it to the humble and childlike. Drawing from Proverbs 30 and the wisdom literature, we see that human understanding often rejects the ways of God, but those who come to Jesus weary and worn out will find rest for their souls. This sermon confronts two common errors in modern Christianity: the legalistic burden of never being "good enough," and the charismatic burden of never being "spiritual enough." Both rob believers of intimacy with God and turn grace into a grinding performance. Whether you're exhausted from trying to earn God's approval or worn out from chasing spiritual experiences, Jesus offers a gentle and lowly invitation: take His yoke, which is easy, and His burden, which is light. If you've been carrying a heavy load, this message is for you.
In this message from Matthew 11, we explore one of the more challenging moments in Scripture: John the Baptist, imprisoned and suffering, sends his disciples to ask Jesus, "Are you the one, or should we wait for another?" Was John doubting? Was he offended? Or was he boldly pressing Jesus about God's timeline? Jesus' response reveals a critical truth for every believer: He is indeed the Messiah, but He may not operate on our timeline or meet our expectations. The question we all must answer is, "Will we follow Jesus even if He doesn't do things the way we want or expect?" This sermon tackles the fine line between doubt and offense, showing how Satan uses our suffering to tempt us to turn away from God. But there's hope: God invites us to bring our hardest questions to Him, not in accusation, but in honest seeking. Whether you're wrestling with unanswered prayers, past trauma, or disappointment with God's timing, this message offers biblical wisdom and real-life testimony about finding peace in the midst of the wait.
In this third message of our Advent series "For Unto Us," we dive into one of the greatest Christmas verses of all time—Isaiah 9:6—and discover that it's not just about Jesus' first coming, but also about His second. The ancient Israelites were waiting in darkness for a light that would bring joy, break oppression, and establish everlasting peace. That light came 2,000 years ago when God Himself entered the world as a baby in Bethlehem. But while Jesus has already conquered sin and death, we're still waiting for the ultimate fulfillment of Isaiah's prophecy: a world where war ends, peace reigns, and God's government covers the earth. The problem is, it's easy to settle. Just like the Pharisees and King Herod stopped anticipating the Messiah and missed Him, we can stop anticipating His second coming and start "going through the motions" of our faith. But when we live with eager expectation for the coming kingdom, everything changes—our worship, our struggles, our daily lives become infused with the sounds, smells, and spirit of what's to come. This Christmas, don't just celebrate what Jesus has done—anticipate what He's about to do.
In this second message of our Advent series "For Unto Us," we explore the profound significance of Bethlehem—not just as the birthplace of Jesus, but as a declaration of God's upside-down kingdom. The ancient Jews expected a Messiah like King David: a mighty warrior who would crush their enemies and restore Israel's earthly glory. But they missed what God was really doing—choosing the small, the insignificant, and the lowly to accomplish His greatest work. Just as David was the overlooked eighth son and Bethlehem was too small to be counted among the clans of Judah, Jesus came in humility to crush our ultimate enemies: sin, Satan, and death. This Christmas, we're confronted with the same temptation the Jews faced—gravitating toward earthly greatness and placing heavy demands on ourselves and others. But Jesus still says, "Come to me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest." If you're overwhelmed by the season, feeling distant from God, or battling depression and anxiety, this message is a reminder that God's heart is for the broken and the lowly—and that's exactly where His kingdom begins.
This Advent, rediscover the true meaning of Christmas through the eyes of Joseph, a righteous man caught between law and grace, fear and faith. In this message, we challenge the popular narrative that Joseph doubted Mary's story and instead propose that his struggle was one of holy reverence—believing God had chosen Mary and feeling unworthy to step into the story. Through careful examination of Matthew 1 and Luke 1, we see how God confirmed the miracle through signs and supernatural encounters, revealing that Christmas begins not with our deserving, but with God's generous giving. Whether you struggle with entitlement or with receiving grace you haven't earned, this message will confront your heart with the scandalous generosity of a God who doesn't take from us, but gives His very best—His only Son—so that we might be saved.
In this final message of our Practical Freedom Ministry series, we tackle the complex topic of inner healing, trauma, and emotional wounds. Drawing from neuroscience, clinical psychology, and biblical truth, we discover how trauma causes parts of our brain to "split off" and remain stuck in fight-or-flight mode—even years after the event. When triggered, people don't just remember trauma; they relive it with their entire body, often making decisions from a wounded place that their rational mind would never choose. But here's the hope: the gospel of Jesus brings healing even to the most broken parts of our soul. Learn how to minister to yourself and others by acknowledging the pain, sharing the good news of Christ, and inviting traumatized parts to rest in the safety of God's love. Whether you've experienced trauma yourself or want to help others find freedom, this message offers both biblical insight and practical tools for deep, lasting healing.
In this second message of our Practical Freedom Ministry series, we address one of the most controversial topics in deliverance: curses placed on you by others. Whether through active witchcraft or generational iniquity passed down through family lines, many believers struggle under spiritual oppression they didn't invite. By exploring the Old Testament concept of "visiting the iniquity of the fathers" and the New Covenant power to break every curse, we discover that Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law. Learn how to identify curses through systems and symptoms, and discover the simple but powerful four-step process—Repent, Renounce, Reject, Rebuke—to break free from both generational and active curses. If you or someone you know is battling unexplained spiritual oppression, this teaching will equip you with biblical tools for freedom in Christ.
In this urgent message, we address the reality of spiritual warfare following a powerful night of deliverance ministry at Wellspring. With some experiencing freedom from tremors, intrusive thoughts, physical ailments, and spiritual oppression, it's clear that the battle is real—and we must be equipped. Drawing from Scripture, we explore how Jesus has already disarmed and triumphed over the powers of darkness, yet we still wrestle against spiritual forces in this present age. This sermon focuses on two critical areas where Satan gains footholds: unconfessed sin and unforgiveness. Learn the biblical framework for confession, repentance, and forgiveness, and discover practical steps to close the door on the enemy's influence in your life. Whether you're seeking freedom for yourself or learning to help others, this teaching will prepare you to stand firm in the authority of Christ.
In this message from our “In Context” series, we explore Philippians 4:4-8 and discover Paul’s practical roadmap for maintaining joy, peace, and reasonableness—even in the midst of chaos and opposition. Writing from prison to a persecuted church, Paul commands them to rejoice, be gentle toward others, and refuse anxiety by bringing everything to God with thanksgiving. The result? A supernatural peace that guards our hearts and minds. But Paul doesn’t stop there—he calls us to carefully curate what we think about, focusing on what is true, honorable, pure, and praiseworthy. In a world dominated by outrage, doom-scrolling, and divisive social media, this ancient wisdom offers a lifeline for believers struggling with anxiety, anger, and hopelessness. Learn how to apply this powerful passage to your thought life, your online habits, and your daily walk with God.
In this follow-up message on Nehemiah 8:10, we dive deeper into what it truly means for “the joy of the Lord” to be our strength—especially in seasons of sorrow and grief. Unpacking the original Hebrew, we discover that God’s joy over us is meant to be our stronghold and refuge, not just a fleeting feeling. But we also ask: is it ever okay to grieve? Looking at the example of Jesus, the biblical call to mourn with those who mourn, and real stories of persecuted believers, we see that God meets us in both joy and sorrow. Whether you’re celebrating or facing heartbreak, this sermon will encourage you that God’s joy is your place of safety, and that honest grieving has its place in the Christian life. Join us as we learn how to find hope, strength, and even joy in the presence of God—no matter what season we’re in.
In this message from our “In Context” series, we unpack the true meaning behind the well-loved phrase, “the joy of the Lord is your strength” from Nehemiah 8:10. Often quoted as a personal encouragement, this verse is even better when you realize the context. This verse is about the Israelites returning from exile, hearing God’s law, and feeling overwhelmed by their failures. Instead of calling them to mourn, Nehemiah commands them to celebrate together in God’s presence—revealing that the joy found in communal celebration, brings real spiritual strength. Whether you’re battling discouragement or craving deeper joy, discover how coming together to worship can renew your heart and empower you to keep going, no matter the challenges you face.
In this week’s message from our “In Context” series, we tackle the widely misunderstood phrase, “God will never give you more than you can handle,” and uncover the true meaning behind 1 Corinthians 10:13. By exploring the biblical stories Paul references and examining the real struggles of God’s people, we discover that this verse isn’t about avoiding hardship, but about God’s faithfulness to provide a “way of escape” in every temptation. Learn how Scripture calls us to endurance, gratitude, wise planning, and trust in God’s power—rather than relying on our own strength. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or wondered how to overcome life’s toughest temptations, this message will hopefully equip and encourage you with the truth of God’s Word in its proper context.
This sermon from Matthew 10:11-15 tackles the complex biblical concept of “worthiness” and what it means for today’s church, especially in an era where Christian leadership faces increasing scrutiny. Learn how Jesus’ commands to the disciples about peace, partnership, and judgment apply to modern church relationships and leadership. Whether you’re wrestling with questions about church unity, leadership integrity, or biblical discernment, this message offers practical wisdom for navigating these challenging waters while maintaining biblical faithfulness. Particularly timely for those seeking to understand how to respond to misconduct in Christian leadership while preserving authentic Christian fellowship.
This is Pastor Michael's final sermon as the Lead Pastor of Wellspring. In it, he traces how the Book of Matthew employs the name Immanuel-God with us-in the past, present, and future. The message is applicable an individual level, but it also speaks to God's work in Wellspring over the years, and into the future.
In the West, church has become a collection of individuals instead of a family. In this message, Pastor Michael concludes his series in Ephesians by offering five fundamentals for practicing church-as-family. Stay tuned for the end, where he summarizes the entire letter to show how the blessings of the Triune God are enjoyed in the context of church-as-family.
Demons are real-but there are lots of crazy teachings about how to deal with them. In this message, Pastor Michael shares from both Scripture and experience how to protect ourselves from demonic oppression, and how to overcome the darkness in our lives.
Life change is hard because our battle is not merely against the evil within us, but against supernatural agents outside of us. In this message, Pastor Michael discusses how to stand against the devil so we can walk in holiness, sustaining "life-change" over the long haul.
As they say, "work is a four letter word." Even for those of us who love their jobs-and statistically, most don't- work can be frustrating, and it has been, since sin entered the world and work became toil. In this message, Pastor Michael shares from Ephesians 6 how Christ transforms the work of our hands from mundane to meaningful.
The world tries to downplay the importance of dads, and the church has trouble defining their role. In this message, Pastor Michael explains from Ephesians 6 why fathers are so important and how they can leave a thousand-generation legacy.
Family life is hard enough as it is. If you add to that an anti-family culture, it's even harder. In this message, Pastor Michael teaches from Ephesians how earthly families can become the counter-cultural expression of our perfect heavenly family.
Do you feel consistently short on time? Most people think that if they can only be more efficient, they will finally have sufficient time. But the problem is spiritual, and what we really need is the Holy Spirit. In this message, Pastor Michael talks about how to manage our time by the Spirit's infilling - Which he is careful to distinguish from "charismaniac" misconceptions.
Darkness reminds us that the world needs light. As Christians, light is not just our environment, but our identity-in the Lord. In this message, Pastor Michael shares how our identity as "light in the Lord" affects our reality in the darkness of this world.
The world has changed so quickly that the church was unprepared for new definitions of marriage, sex, and identity. In this message, Pastor Michael teaches, from Paul's letter to the Ephesians, why these issues are paramount, and how we can articulate God's truth in love.
In this message, Pastor Michael helps clear misconceptions about how to change and about the standard God requires of us.
All of us have some things we do too much of and some we do too little. In this message, Pastor Michael contrasts the world's way of changing our behavior from God's way of changing us.
What does it really mean for a church, or a Christian, to grow? And how do we grow spiritually, individually, and corporately? In this message, Pastor Michael shares from the Book of Ephesians the ingredients of spiritual growth.
There is much confusion about the so-called "fivefold ministry" of Ephesians 4:11. In this message, Pastor Michael clarifies what each of the "fivefold ministries" is, why they matter, how we avoid abuse, and how all of us can discover our spiritual gifts and join God's global mission.
The church throughout history has recognized that the ascension of Jesus is not an appendix to the story; it's where the story was headed all along. In this message, Pastor Michael connects the ascension of Christ with our experience of His victory and mission in everyday life.
Divided over race, divided over money, divided over politics. Our world is more divided that it's been in recent memory. In this message, Pastor Michael shares from the Book of Ephesians what God has done and will do to bridge the divisions that separate us.
In this message, Pastor Michael shares from "The Parable of the Rich Fool," how to guard our hearts against greed-a far more prevalent peril than we think-and be set free for experiencing God's "true riches."
During the last year and a half, the world has suffered political instability, geopolitical chaos, and an economic crash that rivaled 1929. In the midst of our uncertainty, it is imperative that we understand the nature of our Most High God. In this message, Pastor Michael shows how this name of God-the Most High God-offers comfort and motivation in times of distress.
In this message. Pastor Michael shares what he and the elders believe the Spirit is saying to Wellspring Church in this season.
When it comes to finding love, families play a role, you play a role, and God plays a role. In this message, Pastor Michael shares from the Song of Solomon how to find love, how to prepare the next generation for love, and how God providentially brings people together. He also cautions us about limitations of love so that our hope is not misplaced.
Love is all-consuming; its jealousy is as unyielding as the grave. In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us how the nature of romantic love demands that we forsake in order to embrace.
If the church doesn't talk about sex, we turn to the world, or else we enter marriage naively thinking that anatomy and biology alone are enough to ensure sexual satisfaction. In this message, Pastor Michael unpacks the "Song of Solomon" in order to help us capture God's vision for love and lovemaking.
In this message, Pastor Michael shares about how he and his wife Alicia endured two separate "winters" in their marriage-in the context of Solomon's difficult season in marriage-and then he shares from the Scripture how we can so the same, as both lovers and friends.
Every romantic relationship faces "winters" of hardship. In this message, Pastor Michael shows from the Song of Solomon how to build a love that lasts through all seasons.
Because Jesus rose from the grave, we can rise again from failure. In this message, Pastor Michael shares how Jesus restores us after failure-just like He did for Peter-in order to fulfill our "resurrected purpose."
In this message, Pastor Michael explains from the story of Jesus' Triumphal Entry the difference between a heart that's grace-resistant and grace-receptive.
In this message, Guest Speaker Larry Titus gives us a message on edifying and uplifting others through our words.
In this message, Guest Speaker Michael Miller shares his favorite scripture, John 10:37, and its role in the Gospel of the Kingdom.
In this message, Guest Speaker Caleb Southerland preaches on 2 Corinthians 5:21 and the themes of restoration as seen in the scripture.
There's a big difference between quitting and finishing. To quit is to give up, but to finish is to fulfill God's purpose in the strength He supplies.
In this message, Pastor Michael shares from the Book of Ephesians about God's eternal purpose, our unique purpose, and how to fulfill both-by grace and through faith.
Christ didn't just come to create new persons, but a whole new people... a whole new society. Some version of this utopia has been promised by politicians and philosophers the world over, but none have been able to deliver. Christ has delivered, however, in the unique, diverse creation called, "church."
In this message, Pastor Michael shares how we can cooperate with Christ's cosmic reconciliation, manifest in the local church.
Transformation is inspiring. But how do we experience it? In this message, Pastor Michael teaches from Ephesians 2 the difference between what we were by nature and what we are by grace - God's before and after. In the end you will marvel at how profound our salvation is, as you learn practically how to experience its transformative power.
God the Father, God the Sun, and God the Spirit-the one Triune God-has existed for all eternity as a sort of Divine Family. The more God opens the eyes of our heart to the inherent beauty of the Divine Family, the more He is able to shape us, our families, and all of society with the truth of the Gospel.
All of us are by nature "me-centered," which is a serious challenge to both our joy and to world peace. In this message, Pastor Michael explains from Ephesians 1 the workings of the Triune God, and what it looks like to find our center in Him.
Unless we understand how to operate in all three realms of human existence- the earthly realm, the spiritual realm, and the "in Christ" realm- we will not realize our full potential before God. In this message, Pastor Michael introduces us to the Book of Ephesians, teaching us how we can become part of a redemption story that He is still writing, as He empowers His church to be ministers of reconciliation.
In this message, Pastor Michael shares how God has moved in the midst of the events of this year and how he believes God will continue to move in Wellspring and throughout the world.
Very few people have a vision for their eternal future, outside of escaping hell or living a somewhat boring existence in heaven. God has something much better for us.
In this message, Pastor Michael talks about the New Jerusalem as a place, as a people, and as a Divine Presence. If we don't have a tangible heavenly vision we won't fulfill our earthly mission.
Many people would like to eliminate God's Final Judgement because they don't understand the necessary and good purposes behind it. In this message, Pastor Michael explores what that judgement will be like so that we will be ready for it when it comes.
Does the 1000 year reign of Christ, described in Revelation 20, come before or after the return of Christ? In this most controversial of subjects, Pastor Michael helps us see through the haze so that we can see our pain and suffering from heaven's perspective.
The most highly debated aspect of the "end times" is the thousand-year reign of Christ, called the Millennium. Determining when this occurs requires us to know what the New Testament says about the return of Christ. In this message, Pastor Michael shares the four things that will happen at the moment of Christ's return. He'll also share what changed his mind about the nature and timing of the Millennium.
Empires devour the poor and weak, while promising favors to the rich and powerful-in this message, Pastor Michael shares from the Book of Revelation how John's criticism of "Empire" apply to us today, and how we can prepare for the return of Jesus, in light of "the economics of empire."
Understanding the end times is not just for scholars, but for all of God's people. In this message, Pastor Michael explains one specific area in which God's people need wisdom: identifying the Antichrist and his empire. By the end, you will have a much better "map" for understanding both the end times and where we are on the map.
Corrupt politicians. Riots in the streets. Boarded-up windows. Rampant sexual immorality. An insatiable war-machine. These are the products of "Babylon" and the "Beast." In this message, Pastor Michael helps us navigate these twin perils so that we can experience the beauty of covenant love and reach our final destination: the New Jerusalem.
What is Armageddon? Is it a nuclear holocaust? An epic end-times battle between Jews and Gentiles? What will our individual role be?
In this message, Pastor Michael answers all of these questions, clarifying some large misconceptions so we can understand the true nature of this "battle"-which is very different from what many of us were taught.
How do you overcome anxiety? In this message, Pastor Michael talks about how to win the spiritual battle from Revelation 14, and also, from his from his own personal story of overcoming anxiety.
Church can be a source of pain, but it is also the primary source for healing in our lives and communities. In this message, Pastor Michael Miller shares from the Scripture and from his own personal story-with great candor and authenticity-how to be part of God's mission for bringing hope to the world.
This week, Pastor Michael dives into Revelation 13 to give us a message explaining the three figures in this chapter: the Antichrist, the dragon, and the beast.
What exactly is "the Day of the Lord," and when will it occur? Will we be raptured before or after Jesus returns? And will the Antichrist be a literal human who tyrannizes humanity in the last days, or is the "Antichrist" just a spirit who corrupts people and institutions?
These questions are foundational to our understanding of the "end-times prophecy," and in this message, Pastor Michael answers all of them, as he motivates believers to live in light of God's end-times plan.
In order to fulfill God's purpose in the last days, we have to be neither gullible nor skeptical, but discerning. Those who discern the times are able to overcome their appointed "wilderness." In this message about Revelation 12, Pastor Michael explains how to join God's army of over-comers.
When most people talk about hope, they mean "hope for relief." But even non-Christians can hope for relief. Christians have a greater hope: not just for the nightmare to be over, but for it to be replaced with a reality that surpasses our wildest dreams. In our darkest day, only such a hope will carry us through.
In this message, guest speaker Josh Lewis preaches a powerful message on the temptation of Christ and how it applies to us today.
In this message, Pastor Michael explains how "the Two Prophets" of Revelation 11 are both a pattern for our own prophetic calling, and also a prediction about a global end-times revival.
Secular solutions are not fit for resolving the problem of evil- which is not just natural, but also, supernatural in its origins. In this message, Pastor Michael shows from Revelation 9 the way God deals with the powers of darkness in the Last Days.
In this message, Pastor Michael teaches from Revelation 8 about how to interpret the first four "trumpets"- specifically, how we should understand these "plagues", and how the relate today.
Special guest Ken Fish teaches us on how to bring people closer to an encounter with God.
Lots of people debate the timing of "the Rapture" and "the Great Tribulation." When will these things be? Will we have to endure the Great Tribulation? How will God protect us?
In this message on Revelation 7, Pastor Michael answers these questions and more. In the process, you will learn about the "army" God is raising up to usher in the return of our Lord.
It's exhausting trying to keep up with all the end times teachers' false predictions. But we would be mistaken to give up "end times prophecy" altogether. There's a way to connect the dots of current events with God's Word, without falling off the cliff into "end times insanity." In this message, Pastor Michael helps us understand this hour of history in light of Bible prophecy, as he explains to us an ancient phrase, "the labor pains of the Messiah"- and its connection to the Book of Revelation.
This week Pastor Michael is back with a message reviewing our mission as a church now and looking to the future.
This week, Youth Pastor David Hayes continues the My Life Message series with a message about what worship really is and what it looks like.
Social sciences and the scripture agree: it is not good for man to be alone. In this message, Pastor Gary Kirksey shares his "life message" about the importance of relationships and the keys for maintaining good ones.
This week’s “lie” is “What I do doesn’t make a difference.” Do you ever feel that way? There’s a way to live in which we transform “mundane” into “meaningful,” and it all comes back to the role of resurrection in our everyday lives. In this message, Pastor Michael helps outline these connections.
What's wrong with the world? And what will set it right again? In this message, Pastor Michael answers these questions by contrasting the Christ-centered Gospel and the me-centered Gospel. The difference lies in what we are ambitious for. In light of our nation's racial divisions, Pastor Michael closes with a personal appeal to love like Christ, who laid His life down for the sake of racial reconciliation.
What was the day of Pentecost really about, when God poured out His Holy Spirit? Why did God grant the sign of speaking in tongues?
In this message, Pastor Michael shows us how the baptism of the Holy Spirit answers these questions, as well as our feelings of inadequacy.
Do you know, in the deepest places, that God delights in you? Sometimes it's easier to believe that God loves us (as in, He protects and provides) than that He likes us (as in, He delights in us).
In this message, Pastor Michael shows us how God redefined our relationship with Him, so that we could relate to Him as friends-motivated to serve and share His mission out of delight, not duty. Affection, not obligation.
Change changes the way we relate to one another. In this message, Pastor Michael explains from the Book of 1 Peter how we can respond to change in a way that keeps our relationships whole.
The world defines power in terms of position, policy, platform, and profit. God defines power as the grace that saves the world. In this message, Pastor Michael explains the way we receive and impart grace in the inter-generational disciple-making family of God.
We tend to think that life is a journey from one career, or one geographical location, or one life stage to another. But all of these are really just background scenery in a greater journey of knowing God.
In this message, Pastor Michael talks about knowing God as both "Shepherd" and as "Host", so that we can make better choices and live the life God has called us to- regardless of the changes we experience along the way.
Is this a blizzard, a winter, or an ice age? The duration of change determines whether we learn to live with it or just "make due" until things get better. In this message, Caleb Southerland teaches what we can learn from Israel's "Ice Age"- that is, their seventy year captivity- and how it affects the way we embrace what God is doing in our current global crisis.
Change feels manageable until it threatens one of two areas: our time or our money. In this message Pastor Michael talks about how to position ourselves for God's loving care when we encounter drastic changes to our calendar and our bank account.
All of us have an innate "ache for Eden"- a longing to "the way things once were" in their perfect state, when God created the Universe. Whether we recognize it or not, this "ache" manifests as a compulsive drive for fulfillment that always seems just a little out of reach.
In this Easter message, Pastor Michael highlights three ways in which resurrection answers our ache for Eden.
Pastor Michael continues the Behind the Scenes series with a sermon on how Jesus is both a conquering Lion and a gentle Lamb.
In this message, Guest Speaker Michael Miller tells the story behind this Denver church plant, which Wellspring is supporting. He does this in the context of teaching us how to love God, love people, and make disciples.
How can we remain calm in troubled times? In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us about the role of worship in leading us to peace of mind and heart.
Unless our security is in something that can't be shaken, we will be shaken. All the power for life-change rests between your ears. The greater the struggle, the greater the reward for those who overcome it. When our hearts are aligned with Jesus, we shine the light of Jesus.
"Lord, know if I change my mind, You will change my heart in time" -Shane and Shane
It's debatable whether the world is becoming more scary, but without a question, the world is becoming scared. How can the church take global events seriously, without succumbing to the world's paranoia? "Behind the Scenes" is out brand new series over the book of Revelations - an "unveiling"of Jesus Christ, and His plan for setting the Universe aright. In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us from Revelation 1 how to overcome our fear.
The world speaks out of both sides of its mouth when it comes to sex: on one hand it says sex is no big deal, as long as you both consent. On the other hand, it glorifies sex as a god, to be pursued at all costs. In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us how to avoid both extremes--maintaining the beauty, transcendence, and sacredness of sex, but also, not worshipping it. In following God's design for sex, we can enjoy sexual intimacy most fully.
How can we be sick-for, instead of sick-of, our partner? In this message Pastor Michael teaches from the Song of Songs how to work through conflict in such a way that "lovesickness" is a regular reality throughout our romantic relationships.
Pastor Michael preaches his second message from the Song of Songs that will help us understand from God's Word how to nurture romantic love in a way that doesn't just last, but thrives.
The world has grown jaded toward falling in love and then staying in love. God wants to give us a vision for love that's magical, until death do us part.
In this message, Pastor Michael teaches from the Song of Songs- a book totally dedicated to love, sex, and romance- about how to discover (singles!) and re-discover (marrieds!) the magic of romantic love.
This week our youth and young adults pastor, David Hayes, preaches the final message in the Uncharted series on how we can finish our journey well.
God has a purpose for our pain, and it's tied to His purpose for His people. In this message, Pastor Michael talks about spiritual growth: learning from seasons of hardship so that God's purposes are realized in our lives.
Why is it that whenever you take a leap of faith it seems like all hell breaks loose?
In this message, Pastor Michael talks about the global revolution that Jesus launched, which He's called us to each be part of. It will be a battle, but Jesus gives us the tools to win.
This week, special guest Robby Dawkins spoke about taking risks. Why these risks are crucial for your faith and why you should be taking them!
God has designed you with a unique purpose and vision- do you know what that is? Do you know how to discover it and launch out into it? What does it look like to walk with God in uncharted territory? These are questions Pastor Michael will answer in this new series, Uncharted.
God has designed you with a unique purpose and vision- do you know what that is? Do you know how to discover it and launch out into it? What does it look like to walk with God in uncharted territory? These are questions Pastor Michael will answer in this new series, Uncharted.
Pastor Michael shares a stand alone sermon based out of Ecclesiastes 3 about times and seasons.
In this message, Dave Willis continues our series with a message on how to overcome pain from your past. You won't want to miss it!
Whether it’s things we’ve done, or things done to us—it’s not always easy to get past the past. This is especially true during the Christmas season, when all too often, hope is haunted by history. In this message series, we will explore the tools God gives us let go of the past and embrace the future God has for us.
Whether it’s things we’ve done, or things done to us—it’s not always easy to get past the past. This is especially true during the Christmas season, when all too often, hope is haunted by history.
What if we as Christians were known for what we were FOR rather than what we are against?
Caleb Southerland unpacks the final chapter in Acts and gives us tools we need to be like Jesus to the world.
Pastor Michael continues our series, "Who's Who". This message gives you 3 tools you will need in overcoming opposition in your life. Check it out below!
Questions about the sermon? Text them to 97000 and listen to our Podcast, The Guy in The Pew to hear them get answered.
If we want to leave our mark on eternity, we have to see reality like He sees it. This truth will hit home in a way that really moves your heart, while also making you think.
We loved having Jamie with us on Sunday! Jamie Galloway carries a revival message that imparts a lifestyle of the supernatural. After receiving a powerful encounter with God, Jamie Galloway immediately began an incredible journey into the supernatural. He ministers, speaking nationally and internationally and is currently involved in various media projects that highlight the supernatural move of the Holy Spirit.
“The ‘Who’s Who’ of today is the ‘Who’s That’ of tomorrow.” We could just as well add that the ‘Who’s That’ of today is the ‘Who’s Who’ of eternity.
The series will continue our study in Acts, in a section where Paul testifies from prison before the Who’s Who of the Ancient Roman Empire—Kings, Queens, a High Priest, a Governor, and (if only Acts had one more chapter!) Caesar himself.
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling like a failure or like you’re not enough – you’re not alone. The Apostle Paul felt that way (and so have I!). This week we’ll talk about what it looks like to overcome that, and to define success as God defines it.
This is the third week of our series, “Bucket List,” and our passage will reveal with great clarity how “prophecy” operated in the lives of everyday church folks. The title of the message is, “Fork in the Road,” because we all need to hear God’s Voice when we stand at one of those forks. If we want to fulfill God’s “Bucket List” for our lives, it’s absolutely critical that we discern His Voice.
Join us as Dave Willis continues our series, Bucket List!
Dave teaches us about the race God has set before us and how God's definition of "winning" often looks different from the world's definition. God's definition of winning in life and in faith really come down to simple faithfulness and obedience as we put our faith in action by trusting God.
What would you do if you only had a week to live?
Your answer will depend on whether your'e thinking with an eternal mindset.
In "The Urgency of the Ordinary", Pastor Michael shows us the way God loves to meet us in the midst of our ordinary.
He also teaches us how spiritually enriching communion can be if we know how to prevent this otherwise ordinary tradition from becoming an empty ritual.
Questions about the message? Text them to 97000 and tune in to our weekly Podcast, The Guy in the Pew where Pastor Michael will answer them!
Bitterness is a "cold anger" about the way our lives have turned out.
It copes with pain by numbing our hearts to it. But the price of our anesthesia isn't worth it because bitterness numbs us not just to pain, but to grace.
In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us how to identify the hidden signs of bitterness. he also shows us, through the story of a woman named Naomi, how God transforms a bitter heart into a happy one.
Questions about the message? Text them to 97000 and listen to our weekly podcast, The Guy In the Pew for a chance to hear them answered.
Frustration is a natural part of life, but when it's constant, chronic or consistent, it destroys our relationships and our peace with God.
In this message, Pastor Michael shows us the real, deeper reasons for our chronic anger and what we can do to overcome it!
Ambition. Lust. Pain at another's good fortune, or ... "I told you so" at the another's misfortune.
Jealousy has many faces, and it is far more pervasive than we realize.
In this message, Pastor Michael helps us understand four central truths about "competitive anger"- or jealousy - as well as God's perfect cure.
How do we keep our anger from becoming rage?
It's not just a matter of self-discipline; it's a matter of the heart.
In this message, Pastor Michael helps us understand the true source of our explosive anger and then he gives us the tools to overcome it!
If you tally up all the pain you've suffered in life, probably a good percentage of it is connected to your relationship with family. The closer we are to people, the more capable they are of hurting us.
Modern society has in many ways given up on family or else tried to redefine it.
But God's heart is to redeem your family tree.
In this message, Pastor Michael shows us how God uses pain, sin, strengths, weaknesses and family dysfunctions in order to redeem our less-than-perfect family trees.
Enjoy!
Grace redeems us freely, but it also refines us painfully.
Christians tend to focus on one side of grace over the other, but God's intention is for us to hold in tension both the redeeming and refining power of the grace of God.
In this message, Pastor Michael talks about "The pain of generational blessing"- which addresses the side of God's grace that refines us, so that we can become worthy bearers of the promises He so freely gives.
The world is asking, "How do i finally get ahead?" And the church is asking "How can I live the blessed life?"
Both of these questions are essentially the same, and God's word gives us the answer.
In this message, Pastor Michael explains the interplay of "the hand we are dealt" and "the hand that we play", as he helps us understand the true meaning of a "Blessed Life" and how to find it!
In this episode, we discuss how to break out of negative generational cycles and how to recognize the Godly cycles in your life. We also discuss how to be a willing and active participant in your transformation. Enjoy!
All of our lives are uniquely different and yet strikingly the same.
Life with God moves through the same cycle for all of us, and it's imperative that we understand where we're at in that cycle.
In this message, Pastor Michael shares from the story of Isaac how to make the most of "generational cycles"- avoiding pitfalls and activating God's blessing in our lives.
In this episode of The Guy in the Pew, Michael and Jeff go both practical and theological as they discuss the controversial subject of generational curses.
They also talk in more detail about what it looks like to "journey with God step by step" in order to experience the blessing of Abraham promised in the Gospel, and to pass that blessing down through our family lines.
Do generational curses exist?
What about generational blessings?
In this message, Pastor Michael explores both generational blessings and curses from the Scripture while showing us how to "pioneer a new branch" that blesses future generations in our family tree.
Questions about the message? Text them to 97000
Did you know that Snoop Dog has a gospel album? He sure does! Fo rizzle! You might be asking yourself, “What does this have to do with the 3 kinds of freedom?” Well, the answer is one touch away.
Our choice is not whether or not to be free, but rather, which kind of freedom we will experience.
Jesus came to make us the "right kind of free".
This is a "VBS Themed" sermon with a lot of elements that relate to children. It also relates to every adult who is seeking to experience freedom from sin and the freedom of discovering what it looks like to walk in our calling.
In this episode, Caleb Sutherland was with us again and we continued with the same theme as last week, Kingdom lifestyle. This week we took a look at a different aspect of Kingdom living, injustice. How do we, as kingdom citizens, deal with injustices in the world? Guess what? You have to listen to find out!
What do you do when you see injustice being done? Join us as Caleb Southerland gives us practical advise on how to trust God when injustice occurs in our lives.
In this episode, we have a special guest. Caleb Sutherland is his name and living a Kingdom lifestyle is his game! (I hope you appreciate the sweet rhyme I just laid on you.) After coming off of the “Running on Empty” series, this topic is very appropriate. If you are a christian and tired of the same ol’ same ol’, then listen to this podcast as we discuss a Kingdom lifestyle. Jesus is calling you to an amazing adventure that will bring you more joy, satisfaction, and love than you have ever experienced before in life.
Referenced Graham Cooke video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLlz9DaEmuk
All of us see Jesus as our Savior, but how many of us truly see Him as the King of our lives?
Join us as Caleb Southerland shows us what a kingdom mentality looks like.
What in the world do you do when things seem to fall apart? Does God really not give you more than you can handle? Do you ever wonder, “Is God mad at me?” In this episode, we tackle these questions and more as we wrap up the sermon series “Running on Empty.” Listen……. the answers might surprise you!
Pain is a part of the world we live in. Chances are, you will experienced it and felt the weight of it at some point in your life.
Even the scriptures talk about how Apostle Paul felt a pain and burden of more than he could bear.
In this message, Pastor Michael gives us practical advice and shares personal stories of how we can get through the pain and see the goodness of God in it!
In this episode, we dive deeper into discovering the power that is the Sabbath. We also discuss how it is not just another day of the week nor just a nod to the fact that God rested so we need to rest as well, but that it was designed by God so that He could bless us. Join us and discover for yourself the power that is the Sabbath.
We tend to think that "more" is always more, and our lives are overloaded because of it. We start things but rarely stop, add things without subtracting, and work but rarely ever truly rest. In this message, Pastor Michael shares about how to cooperate with God's rhythm so that our lives don't feel so out of control. God's tool for establishing this rhythm is called a "Sabbath," and Michael answers two questions about it: (1) Why should Christians practice the Sabbath? and (2) How do we incorporate Sabbath into the rhythm of our lives?
In this episode, we discussed how we, as modern Americans, get less rest than we used to. We also took a slight left turn and discussed fatherlessness in America today. Are you curious how those two topics connect? ………... Then, you will have to listen!
The average American gets 2 hours less sleep than 100 years ago. Overall, we are less rested and more exhausted, which makes it all the harder to carry our heavy crosses and fulfill God's call on our lives.
In this message, Pastor Michael shows us how to find the energy we need, how to sleep better, and how to leave the legacy God has called us to leave.
In this episode, we talk about not having enough time. I am sure that this will not resonate with you because you are super organized and always accomplish everything you set out to do in the intended time to do it in, but you probably have a friend that needs some help so just listen for them. (We all have that friend.)
No matter how efficiently we manage it, for some of us, there never seems to be enough time in the day.
For others of us, the pace of our days has slowed down, but the pace of our years has not. Where did all those years go?
In this message, Pastor Michael will help us deal with that constant human frustration: "There's not enough time." God's heart for us is to feel like there's always enough time to accomplish His will and to know His peace.
In this episode, we took some unexpected twists and turns. (Especially, if you listen to the sermon that this podcast is based on.) We start out talking about what it means to be content in any financial situation and how to stay in contentment but, end with talking about socioeconomics. It was a wild ride that the Holy Spirit took us on but a good one!
Do you feel like you have "enough" money? We live in a culture where enough never feels like enough. In this message Pastor michael unlocks the Book of Proverbs to help us understand both the practical and spiritual means toward "always having enough."
In this episode, we have a special guest Richard Humphreys from the Secret Council of the Lord Ministries. We discuss the coming revival in America and what our role is in it. Some notable quotes from the podcast:
A platform is for preaching, a stage is for performing, but an altar is a place to encounter God.
America is in a season of darkness, but like an eclipse revival is coming.
In this episode, we dig in deeper into how to deal with disappointment. If you or someone you know is having or has had a difficult time in life then this podcast is for you! (I think I just pretty much covered everyone in the world with that one. So, we are expecting 7.7 billion listeners. Don’t disappoint us!)
In the second part of this 2 part message, Pastor Michael gives us tools we need- socially, physically, mentally and spiritually- for processing disappointment and finding hope when life knocks us off course!
This is part one of a two part series. In this episode, we discuss how to deal with the disappointment that inevitably comes in life and begin the conversation of how to not let disappointment turn to disillusionment. We also hear the story of how Michael, single handedly, deeply offended a whole room full of muslims and lived to tell about it.
Has God ever thrown you a curve ball?
No matter how much faith you have, you can't avoid disappointment because curveballs are part of life.
In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us how to deal with disappointment without falling into disillusionment.
This week we have a special episode that has been previously recorded because Michael was out of town. As the old saying goes, “The show must go on!” In this episode we have an in depth conversation about hearing the Holy Spirit in life generally and then specifically while being on mission with God.
Caleb Southerland continues our current series, Hope Rising!
We’ve talked about Hope for the Hurting, Hope for the Depressed, and now this week, we’ll discuss “Hope for the Addicted.” The message will not just be for people who’ve struggled with drugs, sex, and alcohol. It’s for anyone who’s struggled with food addiction, sugar addiction, phone addiction, social media addiction, work addiction, relationship addiction….. etc. Jesus came to set us free from ALL of these so that we can enjoy the pleasures of life, not as slaves of a habit, but as children of a Father who “provides us with everything to enjoy” (1 Tm. 6:17).
In this episode, we put a smile on your face and an extra zip in your step with our in depth conversation on depression. Seriously though, we discuss what the bible has to say about battling and beating that beast.
No human logic can break depression's spell when it hits. We can't control when it hits but God does give us some tools for finding our way through the fog and fighting light in our darkness. In this message, Pastor Michael shares four of those tools from the experience of Jeremiah, "the weeping prophet".
In this episode, we discuss how the resurrection is not just fire insurance for some day in the future but has real time real world implications. Also, we get to listen to Michael recite his scripture memory verse for the week and gets a thumbs up from head mistress Stacey.
Easter Sunday!
In this message, Pastor Michael talks about how a person with hope can endure anything, even torture.
But a person without hope can endure nothing, not even an exceedingly blessed life.
Pastor Michael teaches us how the resurrection of Jesus gives us access to a living hope, and to the joy of heaven, even in the midst of our pain!
In this episode, we dive deeper into the meaning of the crucifixion and the five miracles that surround it and its effect on us today. We are also graced with Michael's amazing rendition of Meatloaf’s “I would do anything for love” and then discuss what it was that Meatloaf would not do for love.
Why did God's son have to be tortured to death so that we could be forgiven?
Could you explain this not only theologically, but with a heart that is dazzled by the beauty of Christ crucified?
In this message, Pastor Michael communicates the "meaning of miracles" of the Cross to hep you understand and be dazzled by the beauty of Christ crucified!
In this episode, we have our first guest ever, Michael Miller. Michael Miller has pastored churches in Denver and Dallas for the last decade and he travels internationally teaching and demonstrating the Gospel of the Kingdom. Also in this podcast, Jeff considers changing his name to Michael and shockingly we discover, according to Michael Miller, that Pastor Michael Rowntree is the reason for all evil in the world.
In this episode, Michael and Jeff talk about overcoming the frustrations of God’s apparent absence, and how pain has the power to either distract us or direct us into a richer experience of God’s presence and purpose--which is making disciples.
Have you ever felt like God was absent? In the midst of tragedy, in the midst of everyday frustration, God is still working.
Join us as Pastor Michael shows us how to find Him when He seems unfindable.
In this podcast we discuss stepping outside of the bubble that we tend to live in and how to engage the world around us.
The Gospel comforts us but it doesn't make us comfortable. It's very nature is to provoke.
Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks 3 ways the Gospel "provokes".
In the process, you will learn how to share Jesus in a way that truly impacts the unbelieving world!
What does it mean for us to live a life around "Jesus The King"?
Join us as Caleb Southerland continues our current series, God Loves DFW!
Why do you live where you live?
How might God use you to accomplish something far bigger than yourself?
Listen as Pastor Michael Rowntree helps us understand how to shake our city with the Gospel!
What many of us call "hope" is something far less than the biblical reality. Hope is not waiting for the pain to go away- even unbelievers do that- Hope is being pregnant with a promise that one day God will redeem all things.
Such a hope is necessary for us to endure hardships of life.
Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks the beauty and extensiveness of God's redemptive work in which we hope!
Scientists have often claimed that human beings are inconsequential in the light of our vast cosmos- "chemical scum", according to the late Stephen Hawking. In the evolutionary sequence, we are nothing more than somewhat sophisticated animals.
According to God, however, our value is disproportionate to our size. Our cosmic smallness is part of the divine design!
In this message, Pastor Michael shares from God's word how special it is to be made in God's image and how this plays out in the lives of God's people.
God is a God of human flourishing, which means that His heart is for you to flourish.
In this message, Pastor Michael unpacks what it means to be made in God's image so that we can flourish by living as we were designed!
We hear a lot about toxic masculinity, but little about actual masculinity... a lot about feminism, but little about femininity.
God wants us to understand our design so we can live it out as masculine men and feminine women, made in the image of God!
Your freedom is never just about you.
My freedom is never about just me.
Whether we are talking about freedom from addiction, or anxiety or debt or trauma or shame or anything else...the freedom we walk in or don't- always leaves a multi-generational impact.
In this message, Pastor Michael talks about how to leave a legacy of freedom. If we want to leave a legacy of freedom, we have to understand our Father's heart.
Have you ever noticed how hard it is to do the right thing and how easy it is to do the wrong thing?
The reason is that we face more than a physical opposition; we face spiritual opposition.
In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us how to win the spiritual battle so that we can enjoy the freedom Jesus purchased for us on the cross!
Church is not a place or an event, but a family to be part of. The more deeply we relate to church in the way God intends, the more He sets us free from cycles of addiction, guilt, and shame.
In this message, Pastor Michael gives us the tools we need for relating to church as family!
What was Jesus' mission when He came? It wasn't just to take people to heaven or set them free spiritually. As incredible as those are, Jesus delivers a "total package" of freedom from spiritual, emotional, mental financial and relational problems.
In this message, Pastor Michael shares about how Jesus empowers us to live a life that is totally free!
There are two kinds of joy: one is to be cultivated but the other we should be careful of. Understanding the difference is the key to sustaining our joy in dark times and facing life's longest questions.
Love is vulnerable, but is also discerning. How can we love in a way that balances this tension?
The world's definition of love doesn't always look the same as God's definition. How could it be?Our definition is rooted in the conviction that love became a baby born in a manger, a homeless man wandering the streets, and a criminal who was tortured by sinners, for sinners. Jesus is the heart of love. The more we'll love Him, the more we'll love like Him.
Do you live to consume or are you consumed by love? Join us as Pastor Michael gives us the tools we need to live a fuller life, and a life more fully consumed by God's love.
If we want to change the world, we have to change eternity because the world is perishing. The way we do that is not through great achievements but through faithfulness to a great God. Learn how to pass the "two tests of faithfulness" and be promoted in God's kingdom.
We explore the beginning of Paul's Apostleship to the nations- what it means personally and as a church.
In this message Michael talks about how to be politically engaged without becoming politically entangled.
This was a historic church service where we gathered in unison with the charter members of Wellspring and the founding pastor Gary Kirksey. Gary shares a message about "passing the torch" to the next generation.
Jesus' final prayer was for the unity of the church. One day that prayer will be answered, soon before His return. But how do we go about pursuing unity with 2 billion Christians? What would such unity even look like? The answer lies in the model exemplified by the early church.
The subject of race relations is at the center of our national conversation, but the world doesn't know how yo broker this conversation with grace. This presents the Church with an incredible opportunity, but we have to view this subject through the lens of God's multi-color Gospel.
Mental illness is on the rise in our nation, and the secular world barely knows how to manage it. Jesus didn't just come to manage mental illness; He came to cure it. But in order to deal properly with this difficult subject, we must address another difficult subject: demonization. Oftentimes in Scripture, mental illness and demonization are tied together. In this message Pastor Michael answers three questions: (1) What is demonization? (2) How does one become demonized? And (3) How is one set free from demonization? The message concludes with a powerful story of being delivered from demonization and Dissociative Identity Disorder.
Western medicine treats people like a system of organs, but God says we are made in His image, consisting of body, soul, and spirit. Because each of these is integrated, healing often requires us to deal with all three areas. In this message from Pastor Michael, learn how to let God heal you for the inside-out.
Anyone who believes in God knows He CAN heal. But WILL He? Can we expect Him to heal always, often, occasionally, or never? If we believe God CAN heal but most often won’t, we’ll get what we expect. Listen as Pastor Michael encourages your belief in God’s willingness to heal.
Saul never goes from murder to missionary without community. If we want to experience that same transforming power, then we must rely on the family of God.
Sometimes it’s harder to give than to receive, but sometimes it’s harder to receive than to give. Giving requires generosity, but receiving requires humility. How can we become “better receivers” of God’s grace, so that we can ultimately become better givers of God’s grace? There’s no better story to instruct us than that of Saul, who goes from murderer to missionary... by grace.
Join Michael Rowntree as he shares God's vision for creating each of us with hidden treasure inside. We are more than mere clay pots, we are masterpieces created by the Master Potter.
Join us as Caleb Southerland leads us into the holy habit of generosity! A lifestyle of generosity starts when we immerse ourselves in the Gospel of Grace, but there is so much more!
Caleb Southerland shares the journey of embracing a lifestyle of rest. As a believer our one day of rest says more about our belief in the Gospel than our 6 days of work.
To live on God’s Word means more than just obeying the commands; it means believing the promises, even when we fail to obey the commands. - Michael Rowntree
Join us for part two of our Holy Habits series, A Lifestyle of Worship. A lifestyle of giving God worship requires a lifestyle of receiving God's grace.
Join guest speaker, Orlando Terrero, as he shares his heart on how he connects with God through prayer and fasting!
In today's sermon, Michael shares 4 ways we can overcome the pain of God's silence. He shows us that we can always go to Him, even when our emotions are raw and our faith is in shambles. God is not a pouty toddler who punishes our weaknesses with silent treatments. He's the King of the Universe who died and rose again to rescue us FROM eternal silence and FOR eternal freedom. #HearingGod @WellspringDFW
We all question whether we hear God at times? Join us for this simple but powerful message by Caleb Southerland as he shares his journey from functional cessationist to faithful listener. #HearingGod #WellspringDFW
Join Michael Rowntree as he shares three distinguishing characteristics of God's voice.
God didn't just speak to prophets long ago; He speaks to everyday people every day. Learning to Him is the first step in continuing the conversation and enjoying His friendship.
Who is at the center of your gospel narrative, a divine judge or a divine King who wants to rescue you and restore your honor? Join Caleb Southerland as he invites you into a culture of honor that will write a new story on your heart. #shameoffyou
Identity is not something we define by looking inwardly; it’s something we discover, by looking
outwardly, to Jesus, our North Star. Join Michael Rowntree as he shares how the Father affirms your true identity!
We don’t overcome the shame of failure by “doing better next time,” but by letting the story of grace become our story. Join Michael Rowntree as he shares how there is a better cure for the shame of failure than the hope of success – it’s called grace. #shameoffyou @wellspringdfw
God refers to Himself as the Father of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Michael Rowntree tells the story of a Father who doesn't let dysfunction disqualify us! Join us to learn how God heals our dysfunction through grace! If we want to receive healing, we must let grace refine us! #wellspringdfw #shameoffyou
Michael Rowntree, lead pastor of Wellspring Church DFW, shares how shame makes healthy relationships impossible, but grace makes healthy relationships inevitable. Part 1 in our 4 part series, Shame off You!
Join Wellspring Church DFW as Michael Rowntree unpacks the age old process of dealing with doubt! Michael explains that, just as pain is meant to drive us to healing, doubt is meant to drive us to faith.
Join Michael Rowntree as he shares about the "Unstoppable Holy Spirit." The question is not whether Satan CAN stop God, the question is whether Satan WILL stop us from being part of what God is already doing. The Holy Spirit invites us to join His mission - not because He needs us, but because he wants us. He wants us to find our deepest joy in being friends on a mission with Him!!
Zac Tsai, youth pastor of Wellspring Church DFW, shares a powerful message about how welcoming the Holy Spirit leads to a life of unity, generosity, and power.
Michael Rowntree, lead pastor of Wellspring Church, teaches on the importance of being filled and refilled by the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Michael Rowntree sharing about the blessing of the Holy Spirit as part of series, Welcome Holy Spirit.
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