Rush: Recent Episodes
Gather Ministries
Rush is a one-year audio devotional created by Justin and Jennifer Camp, authors of the popular devotionals, WiRE and Loop, and co-founders of Gather Ministries, and designed to galvanize your relationship with God. It’s designed specifically for men and women who want to encounter the breath of God and practice responding to Him in their lives. Practical and prophetic, simple and counter-cultural. Rush is an opportunity in the middle of the busy of your day to slow down, even if just for a few moments, and consider what God is saying to you, right now.
Surrendering our hearts to God doesn’t mean the pain will automatically go away. But it does mean he can lead us into amazing things. Learn how to surrender to God fully as you trust his love.
The heartache of loss and grief can be too much to bear on our own. But when we meet with Jesus, we see he can bear our burdens. Discover the spiritual key to healing your grief.
When you accepted Christ, you became a new creation through the energizing power of Holy Spirit. Discover your victory and freedom as a new creation in God!
We all inherit attributes from our parents, including generational sins. The good news is that, with Jesus, you can choose to end those harmful patterns for good.
God wants us to live holy lives, but he doesn’t want us obsessing over whether or not we measure up. Discover the radical truth behind love-based kingdom living.
When we fall into the trap of comparison, we jump onto an exhausting treadmill and forget how perfectly made we are. Join us in inviting God into the raw, vulnerable places of our lives where we think, “I’m not enough.”
In our cynical world, we view humility and vulnerability as weakness. But God calls us to see him with the openness that comes from childlike wonder. Learn the secret to tapping into his infinite strength.
Do you struggle with doubt and skepticism about hearing God’s voice? Learn how to become more aware of the presence of God as you quiet your heart before him.
We’re quick to say we love God, but what does that mean? 1 Corinthians 13 gives us a biblical definition of love that looks vastly different from the selfish love we see in the world.
The easiest way Satan pulls you into lying is by getting you to doubt God’s goodness. He gets us to lie to others by leading us to believe that God lied to us! Find out how to stop this duplicitous trend.
Do you believe that your Good Father is right there with you in your pain? Do you believe Jesus is with you in the flames? Consecrate your imagination to God and see with spiritual eyes in this teaching.
When our hearts are broken, we can easily feel ashamed of our emotions. But we need to let God work in his way, and part of that includes us learning to process our emotions.
Your drive to perform and achieve in order to feel valuable doesn’t come from God. It comes from your flesh. Are you ready to entrust your worth and your heart to Jesus?
Are you tired of trying to figure life out on your own and chart your own course? Learn how to let go of control and trust God’s plans … because his plans truly are good!
When you make God your strong foundation, you discover stability the world can’t provide—no matter how much money, sex, or fame you get. Learn how to trust God with every step you take.
When you’re in a spiritual desert, life seems dry, monotonous, and discouraging. But Holy Spirit has a stream of living water just for you. Will you drink it?
Sometimes life can seem like it’s too much to bear. But when you allow Jesus to carry your heavy burden, you realize this simple truth: Your life is just beginning.
Many Christians live in shame and fear for far too long. They don’t realize they can break free from the regret and guilt of the past. Discover Holy Spirit’s freeing words for you today.
You are beautiful because your Father is beautiful. And yet so many of us don’t see our own worth, our own beauty. Learn how to surrender to and see through the love of God.
Jesus’ disciples weren’t superheroes. There’s nothing they did that isn’t possible for us, too. All it takes is overcoming fear so we can follow God and step into the calling He has on our lives.
Are you asking God the right questions? Sometimes the right questions become wrong because of the way we ask them. Learn how to deepen your relationship with God by asking the right questions.
The Bible says you have everything you need to live a godly life. Everything! The only time we lack anything is when we reject God’s gifts and provision. Learn how to live deeper in the kingdom.
You have everything you need to make a difference in this world. You have authority in Jesus’ name to step into your calling. Learn how to identify what’s holding you back!
One of the most powerful prayers ever recorded comes from St. Patrick, who is said to have performed mighty miracles through the power of prayer. Start the day right with this prayer.
To understand God’s love for you and how immense it is, you have to understand the love and community within the Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. God’s love is truly mind-boggling!
Every friendship is a give-and-take relationship, a beautiful exchange of love and loyalty. But do you take that idea into your friendship with God? And better yet, do you invite God into your friendships with others?
What do you do when you feel alone in your struggles? It’s tempting to wallow in that feeling of hardship and loneliness. But that’s when it’s most important to walk in God’s power and believe the truth.
When you’re in the storms and you’re overwhelmed with fear, it’s important you stand firm. Even in the storms, you can deepen your relationship with God and strengthen your faith.
Learn how to deepen your relationship with Father God as you look at the story of the Prodigal Son with fresh eyes. Chances are, you don’t have any idea just how wild God’s love is for you.
It’s one thing to know God loves you. It’s another thing entirely to experience it for yourself. If you find that you distrust his presence, it’s time to take a new approach to taking in the Word so you can receive God’s love.
The world’s crazy obsessions with wealth, achievement, and fame can easily distract you from God’s brilliance. Hear God’s voice and refocus your gaze on His wonder.
It’s time to stop pushing your wounds down. God is close to the brokenhearted, and it’s time to invite Holy Spirit into your broken heart so he can do his healing work.
If you’re dealing with worry and anxiety, you must realize that freedom is possible. Receive Holy Spirit’s counsel today so you can break free and experience his outrageous love.
We have a spiritual enemy who bombards us with lies to undermine our faith in God. Learn how to stand firm in spiritual warfare so you can deflect each of Satan’s ruthless attacks.
When you feel isolated and abandoned by God, as though you were still a spiritual orphan, you need to break that agreement. Hear Holy Spirit’s timely message for you in that space of loneliness.
The world hails the fix-it mindset as the solution to every problem. But instead of worshiping “doing,” God wants us to worship him as the Problem Solver. Remember, you’re not alone in your problems.
Possessions aren’t bad, but it’s easy to let them define your identity. Hear Holy Spirit’s message for you today and learn to let Christ alone define your worth and value.
When we hear God speak to us about gifts He has given us, it’s easy to be a bit skeptical. We might doubt that we have gifts at all—at least of any significance. We live in a world that ranks gifts based on wealth, social status, power. So it can be easy to look around and feel like what we have to offer isn’t much. But that’s not what God feels out about us. That’s not what God thinks.
Holy Spirit offers us a different perspective. Our unique personalities, our quirks, our ways of being in this world—these are our gifts. And they allow us to experience—and express—God’s love. They bring what He brings: hope to the trapped; healing to the hurting; direction to the lost; love to all He has created.
And these gifts also bring him glory. They point to him, to who God is, to his strength and his plans for good in the world. For the restoration of all things. Holy Spirit, in this message, said, “The key to experiencing [our gifts] is knowing my love. They only exist in my love.” When we know God’s love for us, we move in the world in a different way. We are free to be ourselves. And that being ourselves? That is the best gift we can ever give to the world.
You probably see now that your old way of living won’t work for you anymore. In Christ, you’re called to embrace a new way of living, and it starts by turning away from what doesn’t give you life.
We all want more joy in our lives. But how do we get it? What many people don’t know is that joy is available to them right now as they deepen their relationship with God and get to know Him as a friend and Father.
Have you ever experienced the privilege of giving generously? God gives us some mind-blowing promises on giving that never fail. Learn why you can be generous and trust God to come through!
If you feel lonely at Christmas this year, you’re not alone. Holy Spirit has a word of encouragement for you that will give you a fresh view of Christmas and God’s deep love for you.
You can access the Father’s abundance right now. You don’t have to wait to be good enough. Did you know he has already given you every blessing through his Kingdom promises?
We all have hard days. If you’re having one of those hard days right now, this message of hope is for you. Let Holy Spirit speak to your heart in the midst of your pain and struggles.
Christians aren’t exempt from pain and suffering. Are you dealing with loss and grief at Christmas this year? The holidays can be hard for many of us. Allow God to heal your heart this Christmas.
Do you see Jesus as distant, polished, and untouchable? Or is he up close and personal, intimate with all your secrets and faults? This Christmas, let God reshape your perception of Jesus.
Life is full of waiting, so what are you waiting for this Christmas? What dream in your heart are you waiting for God to fulfill? Learn how to turn your waiting from a passive experience into an exciting, joy-fill ride.
Our broken relationships with people, especially our fathers, can taint how we see God. It’s time we uncomplicate the word “Father” so we can know God better.
In a culture where greedy, harsh leadership is common, we need to know what leadership should look like from a biblical perspective. Let’s look at Jesus’ perfect model and how we can apply it to our lives.
You can have an encounter with Jesus now in the deep place as you surrender your imaginations and give him your full attention. He wants to take you on a journey to the secret places.
If you feel alone, you don’t have to go find God because God doesn’t hide from you. He’s here, and what he wants most is a relationship with you filled with love.
How do you feel about God? Often, our misconceptions of God and who He is block us from knowing Him better. Learn how to expose those misconceptions and believe the truth about God’s character.
Through life’s storms and challenges, we’re called to hold onto steadfast faith. So how do we do that? If you’re facing a season of suffering, Holy Spirit has a word for you.
In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, we see a broken young man coming home to his father’s unconditional love. God wants us, too, to receive his all-consuming love.
It’s hard to let God in with brokenness, pain, and fear in our lives—patterns of our old selves. Choose to let Holy Spirit into those areas so you can receive God’s love.
Until you’re willing to love yourself, you’ll always have a hard time loving God and receiving his love for you. If you feel alone and angry, this message is for you.
A victim mindset can wreak havoc on our lives. It’s a prison of our own minds where we are forever the victim of bad circumstances. Learn how to break free from that prison with Holy Spirit’s help.
You ache for the people you care about who don’t know God. But you can’t force the lost ones you love to turn to Jesus. Let Holy Spirit empower you in humility, empathy and kindness to win the lost.
When you experience pain, disappointment or betrayal, it can be difficult to hear God’s voice. Today, we invite you to have a personal conversation with Jesus.
In this dark world, you aren’t powerless. You can change the world because Holy Spirit empowers you to make a difference. You are his agent to restore the Kingdom!
Jesus doesn’t mince words when he describes the torment that comes with unforgiveness. But he also shows us the lasting freedom and peace that come with a heart of forgiveness.
Every day, you are in a spiritual battle as the enemy fights relentlessly for our hearts. We must prepare to fight the battle against complacency alongside our Warrior King.
It’s a valid desire to want to know God’s will for our lives. But what happens when we don’t hear his voice? Learn how to confidently pray as you seek to discern God’s will.
When the people we love make bad choices, it’s easy for us to try to control them and force them to do what we think is best. But love is not control.
When we allow sin and shame to linger, their lies continue to confuse us and push us away from God. Don’t stay stuck in the vicious cycle of sin, shame, and pride.
We all have people in our lives who are difficult to love. But through the Spirit of Jesus, you can walk in a self-forgetful love that is unconditional and pure.
Do you ever forget who you are in Christ? The truth is that we are God’s chosen treasure—kings and queens called out of darkness. Let this timely message sink deep into your heart.
We can get so wrapped up in the routine of prayer that we forget who we’re actually praying to. Today, pause to hear what Jesus wants to say and receive his outrageous love.
When it comes to having a conversation with God, it should be a back-and-forth of adoration. God always adores us, and we were made to adore him in return. Do your prayer times reflect that?
There’s a cost to pursuing healing. It requires saying yes to the one big thing: knowing Jesus and him crucified. If you’re ready to receive healing, be prepared to say yes.
The world’s distractions can easily pull us away from focusing on God. The busyness, the urgent decisions, the comparisons. We need to walk in God’s answer to the world’s distractions.
We live in a world of limits. But our loving Father wants to change our view of what’s possible and possible. He wants us to ask for the impossible with confidence and faith.
Few are aware of how their personalities and coping mechanisms shape their life decisions. Learn how your personality number on the Enneagram is influencing your relationships with God and other people.
Comparison and envy are thieves that rob you of joy and contentment. But when your heart is focused on God and his love, you can’t help but be filled with gratitude.
When you’re facing a failing marriage, a job loss, sickness, addiction, or discouragement, it’s crucial that you look to God’s promise—and believe. Hear God’s promise for you today.
Freedom from the Law only comes by living in the grace of Christ. But what about the Law we create for ourselves? Is basing our wellbeing on self-imposed standards another form of slavery?
Consecrate your imagination to God and see all of Heaven rejoice over your birth. Take a fresh look at how your loving Father celebrates over you every single day.
Your times in the Word of God don’t have to be dry and boring. There’s another way to start reading the Bible, and it’s the key to going deeper in your relationship with God. Learn how to read the Bible with expectation in this powerful episode!
We all have walls we’ve built in our lives to hide our true selves. But these defense mechanisms only push God away. Learn how to let your guard down so Jesus can heal the broken places in your life.
No matter what you’ve done or what sins you struggle with now, if you are in Jesus, you are pure. It’s time for a new and biblical way to look at purity. Warning: You might think it’s too good to be true.
To grow and mature in faith, it’s important that you cultivate a personal relationship with Holy Spirit. That might seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how to deepen your relationship with Holy Spirit in this podcast.
Normally, when we think of idols in our lives, we think of material things, not people. But what do we do when our relationships are idols? Let’s look at Jesus’ example.
God has given us new hearts and called us out of passivity and into justice. With our new hearts, we can hurt with the hearts of those who are mistreated. Discover the joy and peace in working to meet the needs of others.
God created us to worship, to engage in a holy back-and-forth with him in love. But what gets in the way of your worship? Learn what those things are and what to do about them.
You have dreams and desires but don’t know how they will play out in your life. But the Potter does. Your Father, your loving Potter, has a loving plan for you. Will you trust him?
How would you describe successful Christians? Doing more for the Kingdom? Having many daily spiritual habits? It’s time to reshape our view as we relax and surrender.
Do you ever feel like biblical figures with great stories were God’s supermen—a status you could never attain? Learn why that’s a total lie and how to embrace the power of your story.
When we want to regain control, we often try to carry the weight of the world and shoulder our burdens alone. Discover a practical response for when the load you’re carrying is too heavy to bear.
You have an enemy who seeks to distract you and undermine your faith. And while running away isn’t an option, there is a radical way to win the spiritual war and experience victory.
Jesus died to give you a new life right now. This better life is yours to experience as you follow his example in dying to the old ways of life. Are you ready to take the plunge?
No matter how big the sin you committed, repentance is the key that leads you right back to God. His arms are open and ready. Learn how to walk in repentance that leads to life.
When we hide our sins, the shame and guilt only fester. But when we step into confession and obedience, we give God’s people the opportunity to show us compassion. Will you choose to be vulnerable?
Do you know what God is really like? Do you see his love, personality, and desire to know you? Or do you think he’s merely interested in your performance? It’s time to take on a fresh, biblical view of God.
Holy Spirit has so much to show you. He wants to give you a taste of heaven as you seek him with all your heart. There is so much more for you—you just have to say yes to him.
You are called to experience Jesus in a unique way as you say yes to God. Learn the secret to living your best days as you find adventure with Holy Spirit.
The enemy loves to use despair and discouragement to rob you of hope and make you think things will never change. But he’s a liar. Learn to break agreement with despair and reclaim your hope.
God has given you a guide, Holy Spirit, to show you his path for your life. You’re never too far gone. You can know your purpose as you let him lead you.
Do you believe what God says about you and who you are in him? Or do you focus on your failures and past mistakes? Learn how to embrace the truth of who you are and your new life in Christ.
Cries of desperate needs surround us, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by them. Learn how to help meet those needs and restore this world through Holy Spirit’s power.
By dying on the cross, Jesus showed us freedom comes only from surrender and death. Discover how to march on the road of surrender that leads to true life—a life in God’s abundance!
Soft hearts might get hurt, but they’re the perfect place for God to move. Let go of aggression and passivity. Learn how to let your guard down and trust God as the true Champion of your heart.
When people hurt us, our gut reaction is often to shut everyone out. After all, vulnerability means we can get hurt again. But God doesn’t want you to close people off. Learn what he calls you to do instead.
When our relationships are broken and we don’t know what to do, God knows. He can give us the courage to forgive, the courage to love again. Learn how to open your heart to God in this teaching.
Holy Spirit wants to open your mind to more . . . more love, more grace, more of him. Learn how to give him your imagination, your senses, and your desire for control, and see what happens.
We all want more peace in our lives. But instead of seeking peace itself, let’s seek God instead. Let’s learn to receive more of God so that his peace can reign in our lives, even in the midst of busyness.