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In this message, discover God’s self-portrait in Exodus 34—compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love—and how His patient lovingkindness both forgives and calls us to genuine repentance.
In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims opens Psalm 66:10-12 and teaches that God has good plans for us. He desires to refine our trust in Him as He leads us through the wilderness and into the wealthy place He has prepared.
In this episode from Wednesday Prayer, Pastor Joel Sims begins a powerful teaching on walking in the disciplines of Christ. Beginning with Romans 12:1, “…present your bodies as living and holy sacrifices…” Pastor Joel explores the pattern of Old Testament priestly service before leading us to Hebrews, where Jesus is revealed as our Great High Priest. Discover how Christ’s finished work calls us to a daily response of worship, surrender, and devotion as we offer our bodies to God as living sacrifices.
In this final episode of The Helper series, Pastor John Romick shares how the life-giving power of the Holy Spirit transforms chaos into order, weakness into strength, impossibilities into victories, and even brings dead things back to life through the truth of Romans 8:11.
In this message by Pastor John Romick, we see that although it’s common to desire God to “speak louder” so we can hear Him, He desires us to draw closer so that we hear the sound of His still small voice clearly.
In Pray in the Holy Spirit, part 2 of our series The Helper, Pastor Joel Sims teaches that being filled with the Holy Spirit isn’t a side topic in the New Testament—it’s central to the life of every believer. Learn how the Spirit empowers us to grow personally, serve in God’s kingdom, and share the gospel with those around us and across the world.
In this message, Pastor Joel Sims shows how the god of this world is fighting to keep us dear spiritually, blind spiritually, and speaking only from the flesh. As we give our attention and affection to the Holy Spirit and to our spirits, we will see and hear from the Spirit and speak words from the Spirit.
Have you received the Holy Spirit since you believed? If so, are you acting like it? In this first message of our new series “The Helper”, Pastor Joel Sims shows us from the scriptures the 3 baptisms. Baptism into Jesus, which is salvation; baptism into water, which is repentance, or leaving behind your sin and this world; and baptism in the Holy Spirit, giving you power to be a witness to Jesus.
When you think of God, do you think of Him as “Father”? In Pastor Joel Sims’ message “What Are You in Faith For?”, we see the Fatherhood of God, presented in Luke 15:20, desiring to welcome us, and impact our lives through His mercy, and bringing to pass His plans for us, through our faith in Him.
Pastor Joel Sims teaches how fathers are called to fight for their families by fighting spiritual battles, protecting their families, and leaving a legacy of faith.
In this message by Pastor Danny Romick, he shows how faith in God paired with serving in the local church opens the door to supernatural breakthroughs in our lives. Drawing from Mark 11, Acts 6, and the powerful example of Jesus washing His disciples’ feet in John 13, Pastor Danny teaches that miracles are available to every believer who plugs into community, exercises faith, and puts their hands to serving others. Whether you’re already on a team or sensing the call to get involved, this message will stir your faith to believe that God is working miracles through your service right where you are.
In this message, guest minister Pastor Vernon Gordon teaches us that what stands between God’s deliverance and our destiny is often fear. Discover how obedience, purity, priorities, and God’s presence empower us to move forward courageously into the promises He has prepared for us.
In this encouraging message by Pastor John Romick, you will be stirred up to fight back in the spirit of faith and victory in Christ when the enemy tries to attack you!
In Know Him, John Romick teaches us that a lack of giving is usually because of a lack of revelation of who God is. It’s hard to believe in someone you don’t know.
Our Wednesday Prayer series, Faith Comes, continues with part 4, where Pastor Joel Sims shares that faith begins with what you hear, speaks instead of striving, and flows from a place of being under Jesus’s authority, directed by His command.
In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims dives into a simple but powerful question: What does the New Testament say about tithes, offerings, and generosity?
Happy Mother’s Day! In this special message, Pastor Joel honors mothers through the story of the Shunammite woman in 2 Kings chapter 4, who made a room for Elisha—but ultimately made room for God in her life, becoming the place where His promises, presence, and miracles unfolded. From the promise of a son she never asked for to that son being raised back to life, we see how every major encounter she had with God traced back to the room she made for Him.
In part 3 of this developing series titled “Faith Comes”, from Wednesday Prayer, Pastor Joel ministers on what faith is to hunger for. Time spent in the Word of God and with the Holy Spirit will cause faith to rise in your heart, and that faith will hunger to see God bring to pass His desires in your heart.
In this message, teaching pastor Danny Romick shares a message about finding peace in the middle of the struggles in your life.
In this message by guest minister Kevin Cooley, we dive into a message that deals with the judgment seat of Christ, before which we will all appear, to prepare us for that day. We are saved by grace, but Jesus will reward us for our works of faith.
Join us for Part 2 of Faith Comes, as Pastor Joel continues this powerful message on faith from Wednesday prayer.
In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims delivers a sobering and thought-provoking message on hell and eternal judgment. He explores the reality of hell, the urgency of responding to the salvation offered through Jesus, and the call for believers to live and share their faith with conviction.
In this episode titled “Heaven” from our latest series, What Happens When You Die, Pastor Joel Sims shares from scripture about the hope we have in Heaven as our future home, that there’s no reason to fear death, and that the best of Earth is a shadow of the least of Heaven.
In this Wednesday Prayer episode, Pastor Joel Sims reveals that the kind of faith that truly pleases God—and produces real results—is rare. It’s not something we create through willpower; genuine faith comes from hearing the Word of God, not from human effort.
In Eternal Life, Pastor Joel’s first message of our What Happens When You Die series, Pastor shares from John 3:16, how this verse reveals 4 things: a great danger, a great love, a great responsibility, and a great hope.
Continuing in his teaching from last week’s message, Pastor Joel Sims reminds us that God responds to faith in His word, and that faith and the prayer of faith are active, not passive!
In Reconciliation, Pastor Joel Sims teaches that to reconcile means to restore harmony to a relationship. God has done this with us in Christ! We, therefore, are called to reconcile with anyone who might have something against us. We are not just called to peace, we are called to be peacemakers!
Pastor Joel encourages us in his message, “I Will Fight”, that we must contend for what the Lord birthed in the earth, through Jesus and through the Holy Spirit in the book of Acts, the same Spirit that we have in us. We must fight the good fight of faith and lay hold of eternal life!
In this Real Talk episode, Pastor Joel Sims breaks down the bridge of legacy—challenging us to consider what we’ve inherited and commit to leave a legacy that is a blessing to the generations that come after us.
In this episode, Poindexter Campus Pastor Robert Berry shares that marriage is not just about physical attraction, but a spiritual connection.
In this episode of Real Talk, Danny Romick encourages listeners that singleness is a season to grow closer to God, reminding us that our relationship with Jesus should come first and that the right relationship will follow when we seek Him wholeheartedly.
Enjoy this reposting of Jen Tringale’s Thursday morning message from Prayer Conference 2023. Referenced by Pastor Joel during this morning’s Wednesday Prayer, we believe this message will help prepare your heart and direct you to what the Lord desires to do in this season.
Enjoy this message from Wednesday Prayer with Pastor Joel Sims, where we dive into the importance of fresh wisdom, fresh direction from the Lord.
In our new series, Real Talk, we will discover God’s Word on real issues. The Bible does not shy away from these topics, and neither will we. We’ll explore what Scripture says about marriage, identity, intimacy, family, relationships with sons and daughters, navigating sexual temptation and sexual identity, and walking through tough seasons—whether in marriage, in family, or as a single person.
In The Last Shall Be First, Pastor Joel Sims teaches from the Gospel of Matthew 19–20, revealing through the parable of the generous landowner that righteousness is not earned by effort but gifted by the goodness of God.
Pastor John Romick teaches that righteousness isn’t earned by what we do for God but received through Christ—and true victory comes only when we’re confident in our standing with Him.
In this second episode of Made Worthy, Pastor Joel shows how “dead works” are the things we try to do for Christ before we truly grasp what He has already done for us.
Approved by God reveals how Scripture—from Eden to the Cross—shows that God removes sin-consciousness by clothing us in Christ, declaring us accepted, blessed, and approved before we are ever adjusted or proven.
In this episode from Wednesday Prayer, Pastor Joel Sims teaches the importance of not just having thanksgiving, praise, or worship in your heart, but taking a step further in your faith by expressing your thanksgiving, praise, and worship with words and corresponding action.
In this episode from Wednesday Prayer, Pastor Joel Sims dives into Mark 11:22-25, revealing 3 steps to how to believe God.
In this episode of our Breaking Barrenness series, Pastor Joel shares 5 keys to breaking barrenness in your life through prayer.
In this season, God wants you to pick up the dream He’s given you, that perhaps you’ve dropped through discouragement. In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims is showing us in scripture how God gives strength and ability to receive His promises to you, even if it seems like it’s too late.
In this new season, God wants you to shift from the natural to the spiritual, from barrenness to fruitfulness. This requires shifting from confidence in what you can produce in your own efforts to what only He can produce through your prayers.
God saved you–and captured you–for an assignment. This message calls you to break apathy, guard your spiritual appetite, and press aggressively into His assignment for you that must be done now.
In this episode, you’ll be encouraged with a message of hope! Are you letting sight rob your vision? Are the circumstances around you robbing you of what He is asking you to dream about? As you fellowship with the Holy Spirit, the God of all hope will begin to lift your eyes, your hope, your vision… to see what He can do through you!
In this first message from our new series, Do You Hear What I Hear?, Pastor Joel Sims shares that God has good plans for your life that He reveals to us by the Spirit. But it’s important to know that to get the Spirit’s guidance, you have to be spiritual.
In this next episode from our series Generosity Journey, Pastor Joel gives us 5 steps toward living and enjoying God’s provision, from the book of Proverbs.
We are all on a generosity journey. The question is, in which direction are we headed? Towards the “Bigger, Better, New” cycle of greed, or towards dependence on the Father?
In “Who’s Your Master”, the first episode of our new Generosity Journey series, Pastor Joel reveals that God is trying to train us to trust Him with our finances and with His provision for our lives. Jesus taught on money more than heaven, hell, prayer, and faith. Why? Because money touches everyone and exposes the priorities and affections of our hearts.
Enjoy a bonus clip, “Forgiveness”, mentioned by Pastor Joel in a recent prayer service. Terry Law shows us that forgiving may be the most important step in receiving grace from God. This message was originally delivered on First Wednesday, February 1, 2017.
In “Joy is Your Strength”, Pastor Joel Sims shows us that joy is not a luxury; it is a spiritual necessity. Joy is not a type of strength, it IS your strength!
In this final episode of the “Acts” series, Pastor Joel’s teaching reveals that, in the book of Acts, when the apostles emphasized the same things Jesus did —namely, the Holy Spirit and the Name of Jesus —it resulted in signs and wonders, which is infallible proof that Jesus is alive.
In this latest episode in the series “Acts”, Pastor Joel Sims shares that when the Spirit is at work within your soul, He will begin to take the “you” out of you.
In this episode titled “title”, Pastor shares a powerful and pointed message, revealing that “you cannot reach your destiny until you allow God to touch your identity”.
In this episode, Pastor Danny Romick shows that we are the continuation of the book of Acts, the next chapter. We are to keep being the church that God desires us to be, boldly preaching the gospel, unashamed, everywhere we go.
Dive into this POWERFUL teaching by Pattie Ah Kui from Uttermost Ministries, as she teaches how to engage in focused prayer in the Spirit.
In this episode of Only the Brave, Pastor Joel encourages us that as Christians, we are to be lions and lambs–that our humility as a lamb before God brings forth the lion in us, by the power of God.
Join us for Wednesday Prayer as Pastor Joel Sims continues with Part 2 of the Dealing with the Devil series.
Are you taking new terrain? Are you pressing forward to new places with the Gospel, with the living Christ inside of you? In this message, “Burning Faith”, Jen Tringale encourages us to be salt and light in the earth.
In this episode of the Only the Brave series titled “Pay Attention to the Tension”, Pastor Joel Sims takes us through God’s work with David, even in some serious mistakes, to bring about a work in his life that bears the fingerprint of God.
We invite you to enjoy this repost of a previous message titled “Make Me a House of Prayer” by Patsy Cameneti from Thursday evening’s Prayer Conference 2025 session.
This reposted message, “Learning When the Holy Spirit is Moving,” by Patsy Cameneti, is a brief but powerful teaching segment from Thursday morning’s Prayer Conference 2025 session.
We hope you enjoy this repost of the ground-breaking message, “House of Prayer” by Patsy Cameneti from Prayer Conference 2024.
We hope you enjoy this repost of the powerful message “Dependency on Him” by Patsy Cameneti from Prayer Conference 2024.
Brian Butler kicks off our new series, Only the Brave, with this message titled “The Promise”, where he reveals the true promise Abraham died in faith believing.
In Jesus Heals Pt 2, Pastor Joel Sims continues from last Sunday in his message about God’s desire and power to heal you. Did you know your faith can make YOU whole? Did you know God’s power can be present to heal, but not be active? Dive into this message to begin to walk in God’s healing will for you!
In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims continues our Look at Jesus series with this message, Jesus Heals, where he encourages us that healing is God’s will for us, as clearly shown in the ministry of Jesus.
Do you have something in your life, or the life of a friend or loved one, that you are losing the battle in? Or something that needs to change, that only God could do? In “It Can Change”, Pastor Joel Sims directs us to prayer and understanding the roles of power and authority in prayer to the Father, helping us to begin to find success in prayer.
In this episode titled “Jesus Prays,” Pastor Joel Sims illustrates that prayer is essential when you need wisdom or guidance, or when you notice something in the life of a loved one that needs to change.
In this Wednesday Prayer teaching, Pastor Joel Sims begins a new teaching on Dealing with the Devil, where we see in scripture that Satan is to be resisted, and he will flee. He’s also subtle and crafty; if you think you see him, you probably don’t. Learn more in this insightful episode!
We begin our new series “Look at Jesus” with this message from Pastor Joel Sims: Jesus Forgives. In this message, we see that Jesus forgives all your sins – no matter who you are or what you’ve done – He forgives.
In this powerful episode, guest minister Joshua Adams challenges us with a timely word: Are you persistent in prayer? Consistent in your confession? As faith comes by hearing, it builds a grit—a determination to take hold of God’s promises, believing that if God said it, that settles it in my heart.
There is a battle for your soul going on 24/7. God wants you blessed, flowing in His plan, but the devil wants to stop you, and stop God’s plan for you. God has given us some weapons to fight this war. In this message, Danny Romick focuses on the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God.
In this episode of Like Bread, we explore how true joy—rooted in God’s presence, not our circumstances—empowers us to face every obstacle with confidence, knowing that just as Israel’s enemies were “like bread,” so too are our challenges when the Lord is with us.
In this Legacy Archive, Pastor Ronnie Sims offers a thought-provoking message that challenges our faith, inspiring us to strive toward our calling with renewed commitment and elevated expectations every day.
In this episode, John Romick’s powerful message shows us that obedience is Heaven’s strategy to position you in places your résumé could never reach.
In this episode, Pastor John Romick details the importance of rebuilding the altar to see the power of God in your daily life.
When life leaves you feeling empty and far from your God-given purpose, what you say matters. In Comeback Kids, Pastor Joel Sims reveals how Scripture consistently ties our words to our outcomes. By changing our confession, we can change our course—and reclaim the calling God has placed on our lives.
In this podcast episode, Pastor Joel dives into the importance of prophecy from First Corinthians chapters 12-14. If you are in a fight, or a dry season, you need a prophetic word from God!
In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims shares about the power of your daily habits. He shows how your life could change by doing one thing: Give God Your Mornings.
Join us for this episode from Revival Night, where Dr. Mary Frances Varallo ministers by the Holy Spirit, and hear testimonies from people who Jesus healed during the service.
Join us for Wednesday Prayer, where in this episode, Dr. Mary Frances Varallo ministers on the power of practicing the Presence of God.
In this message, we dive into the subject of vision. God has placed His creative power inside of you—the ability to see what could be, to bring it to pass. You’ll see how sight led the 10 spies to perceive themselves as grasshoppers after spying out the Promised Land. Caleb, however, through vision, saw certain victory, and caused God to say of him, “My servant Caleb has a different spirit”!
Pastor Joel shares a foundational truth: God works through His Word, confirming it with signs as we speak it. He invites us to go deeper in prayer based on John 15:7, abiding in God’s presence until we receive His heart and words for our prayer assignment. Here, we become pregnant with purpose—partnering with Him to see His desires fulfilled on earth.
In “Get Over Your Selfie,” Pastor Joel encourages us to step beyond our comfort zones and prioritize others above ourselves. He reminds us that God has richly blessed us, and because of this, we have the opportunity to be a blessing to those around us. As you dive into this legacy archive, we pray it brings you fresh perspective and renewed encouragement.
This Father’s Day episode explores the powerful legacy of fatherhood—how a father’s presence, words, and example shape the identity of their children.
When we allow the Holy Spirit to empower us through our “yes,” we can fulfill our life’s purpose regardless of past mistakes and failures.
Join us for Wednesday Prayer, where Pastor Joel points out that the disciples had miracles following them because of their focus on and preaching of the Name of Jesus, not by their power or piety. Jesus was working with them, confirming His word with miracles, to show and prove that He is alive!
Pastor Joel Sims encourages us to walk boldly and confidently, fully embracing our identity as children of God, without hesitation or doubt. He reminds us that nothing we do can ever separate us from the boundless love of God.
To enjoy and operate fully in the Kingdom of God, you have to know the language of the Kingdom, the Language of Visions and Dreams.
Wisdom is different than knowledge. Knowledge comes from input, but wisdom comes from God. Wisdom knows which knowledge out there will work for you in your specific situation.
In this podcast episode from our Fondren 6pm service, teaching pastor Danny Romick challenges us to confront the things that hinder us from experiencing Him on a deeper level.
In this episode, teaching pastor Danny Romick reminds us that what we have within us now is more than enough to accomplish what God has called us to do.
Join us for Wednesday Prayer, where in his message “Work With Words”, Pastor Joel shows that the highest place in prayer is when His words get in your mouth.
In this message from our Fondren 6pm service, Pastor Joel Sims challenges us to prioritize our secret place with God in prayer. Lord, make us a House of Prayer! God doesn’t need our perfection in prayer, He just needs our surrender.
In his message “Your Now Is Not Your Next”, Pastor Joel Sims shows us that God’s people should dream much bigger than the world. He says if your dream isn’t bigger than you, then you don’t need God! Get a dream from the Holy Spirit that only He can do!
Pastor Joel teaches from the book of Esther on how your prayers can do more in the Kingdom of God than your hands could ever do. Honor the weight of your secret place in prayer before the Father!
In this episode, we explore what it truly means to honor, drawing from the Ten Commandments, Paul’s letters, and key stories from Scripture, to show how honoring others invites blessing and aligns us with God’s plan for our lives.
Join us for this message, “God of Abundance”, where John Romick shares from our Fondren 6PM service that we are blessed because we have Him, regardless of our circumstances, so we can expect His blessing to affect everything around us.
In this message, “You Can Get Up”, John Romick teaches us that because we are in Christ, we do not have to accept anything other than what the Word of God says about our lives, families, health, and finances.
In this message titled “Endurance to the End”, Kray Winston teaches from our Fondren 6pm service, helping us understand that if you’re being challenged and stretched, this means you’re growing. Know that you can trust God to carry you into His perfect will for your life.
Pastor Joel Sims, in this first message titled “Overcomer” from our new series, Bounce Back, shows us from the Scriptures that “he who overcomes shall inherit all things.” In this message, you will see that you can overcome and bounce back from any of life’s setbacks. It’s time to fight and get your hunger back!
In this message, Pastor Joel Sims teaches that when miracles and good works are done in the Name of Jesus, He is glorified so that people see and know that He is Lord, that He has the power to forgive and give us new life in Him.
Join us for Good Friday as we celebrate Holy Week. In this message, Pastor Joel Sims walks us through what Jesus’s sacrifice of Himself on the cross provided for us, spiritually, mentally, and physically.
This Resurrection Sunday, dive into Pastor Joel Sims’ message where we see how God sees us, including how He sees us when we sin. Did you know God wants to be close to you, and He is not counting your sins against you?
At some point in our lives, we’ve all faced this internal question: “Am I Good Enough?” In this Legacy Archive, Pastor Joel Sims gives us incredible teaching based on a man in the bible who struggles with the same battle. This message empowers us to see ourselves how God sees us.
In this week’s Legacy Archive, we hear from Pastor Joel, who encourages us to live a life full of habits that enable us to walk in our calling. He mentions that “you don’t decide your future, you decide your habits, and your habits decide your future.” Day by day, decision by decision, you can live life to the fullest, honoring and pleasing God.
All through the Scriptures, there’s an exceptional connection between being empty and hearing. In order for us to see what God has for us, and then walk out that vision, we must climb the mountain, leaving the base earthly things of this world behind, as Jesus often did to pray.
Life can wound us, and when that pain goes untreated, grows, and can harden our hearts. In this episode, “How to Forgive Life”, Pastor Joel Sims talks about what it means to face the hurt that didn’t heal right and discover how Jesus meets us in the middle of it. He’s not distant from our pain—He’s moved by it, and wants to fight for us.
Have you ever been caught off guard by something that completely disrupts your day? Frustration, anxiety, anger, unforgiveness—these emotions can rush in and take hold of your heart. In “Bump and Lift”, Pastor Joel shows us how to stay alert to the subtle ways the enemy tries to steal our joy and our passion for God.
In this episode, Pastor Joel Sims continues his message from the morning service, How to Forgive Others. In his teaching, Pastor reveals not only why to forgive, but what forgiveness looks like, and what forgiveness is not.
The enemy works through pain, whispering lies that grow into deception, aiming to hinder our prayers, weaken our faith, and lead us toward destruction. But when we choose forgiveness instead, we refuse to sow seeds that sabotage our future and instead walk in the power of truth and freedom.
From Wednesday’s Prayer service, Pastor Joel Sims, in his teaching “Send Forth Laborers,” leads us in praying for God to send forth laborers into His harvest, focusing on the 10-40 window in the Eastern Hemisphere. Will you be one of those that God can flow through, both as a laborer and in prayer?
In Pastor Joel Sim’s message Consecration from the Fondren 6pm service, he challenges us to confront whatever hinders us from becoming a house of prayer. Through the lives of Moses and David, we see how their consecration opened the door for God to cause their life to take on a weight of glory.
In “Bound With Purpose”, discover true purpose is found in surrender—letting go of our own desires and being bound in the Spirit to God’s will. The more we walk by the Spirit, the less we judge by the natural, drawing wisdom from the heart and living with eternal impact.
In this week’s Legacy Archive, Pastor Ronnie Sims shares powerful insights on how to live a life of peace—a life where fear, timidity, and anxiety no longer hold us back from walking in the fullness of God’s purpose for us.
Godly sorrow opens our eyes to our need for His cleansing and purification. When Isaiah stood before God, his deep awareness of sin led to repentance, and only then was he made ready to carry out God’s calling.
There are moments of decision where destiny is shaped. Don’t resist the convictions stirring within you. Are you truly running the race to fulfill God’s assignment, or just going through the motions? God desires for your life to carry a weight of glory.
In “I’ll Be Your Laborer,” Pastor Joel Sims challenges us to shift our prayers from personal gain to a heart for people, answering God’s call to be laborers in His harvest. As we pray for more workers, will we also allow God to send us to be vessels of healing and hope? Will you pray, “Here I am, Lord, You can send me. I’ll be Your laborer”?
Tonight at Fondren’s 6PM service, guest minister Jen Tringale delivers a powerful message, The Revealings of God. Drawing from her own life experiences, she shares how the Holy Spirit has guided her and offers wisdom to help you recognize God’s voice—both in your past and as He leads you into the future.
In this episode, guest minister Jen Tringale dives into “How to Hear the Voice of God,” from her life’s experience on how to hear the voice of God and enable your relationship with God to go to a wider place.
Join us as we unpack the story of Mary and reflect on the profound themes of sacrifice, gratitude, and faith. Pastor Joel discusses this powerful act of worship and how it reveals about Mary’s love for Jesus. Why did she choose to give such a costly gift? We’ll explore the symbolism, significance, and deeper lessons from this intimate moment of devotion.
In his message “Like an Eagle”, John Romick shares how to see adversity as an opportunity to press deeper into the Presence of God.
Join John Romick as he unpacks how hearing from God isn’t about striving but surrender—learning to recognize His voice through stillness, devotion, and knowing His Word.
From our Fondren 6pm service, in Pastor Joel Sims’ message “Humility and Holiness”, he shares from Isaiah’s vision of the throne. When Isaiah came to the place where he allowed God to purify him, he was ready to be sent by God to do His work.
In this episode, “How God Speaks to Us,” Pastor Joel Sims shares practical steps to help you recognize and understand the Holy Spirit’s guidance more clearly. Discover how drawing closer to the Shepherd makes it easier to hear His voice in your daily life.
Pastor Joel continues his message from last Wednesday, showing how a true disciple of Jesus is willing to lose and let go of the things of this world to follow Jesus.
Pastor Joel Sims tackles the destructive nature of comparison and its impact on our spiritual and emotional well-being. Drawing from Scripture and personal reflections, Pastor Sims encourages believers to embrace their unique identity in Christ and break free from the trap of comparing themselves to others. Through biblical principles, he highlights the dangers of measuring our worth against the achievements, appearance, or success of others, and points listeners toward a deeper understanding of God’s purpose for their lives.
In this message titled “Prepared for the Promised Land Pt. 2” from our Fondren 6PM service, John Romick continues his series on how God prepares us for our promised land.
In this message, “Fully Restored,” John Romick shares that the Gospel isn’t just about being forgiven; it’s about being fully restored. Jesus didn’t rescue you just to leave you at the gate; He brought you all the way into the house. You’re not just accepted; you’re appointed. You’re not just cleansed; you’re called. You’re not just saved; you’re seated at the Father’s table.
In his message “Rise and Build”, Pastor Joel Sims dives into how we can leave a legacy for future generations.
In this message, “Sacrifice to Know Him”, Pastor Joel Sims shares that walking with the Lord intimately requires daily sacrifice, so that we may know Him more intimately.
In this message from our Fondren 6PM service, “Nothing to Hide,” Pastor dives into a teaching that motivates us to live a life that honors God and is always ready for exposure. He urges us to maintain a clear heart that is free of anything worth covering up.
In this message, “The Good Samaritan,” Pastor Joel Sims reminds us that to be refreshed in our walk with God, we must pour out through serving others.
In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Ronnie Sims delves into the boundless generosity and grace of God, emphasizing that the Lord is rich to all who call on His name. Pastor Ronnie reminds us that God’s unfathamable love and riches are not just for some, but are for all people!
In this episode titled “Faith Obeys”, Pastor Joel Sims shares that the greatest thing your faith leads you to do is obey, and when failure to obey occurs, it’s due to a lack of trust in His love for you.
In his message titled “Burn in My Bones” from our Fondren Campus, Danny Romick will inspire you to rekindle the flame inside of you so that you can experience more of the goodness of God and not live on past experiences.
In his message titled “Take Action in Your Faith”, Danny Romick teaches how to take what belongs to us as we draw closer to Jesus.
In this message titled “A House of Prayer”, Pastor Joel Sims teaches what a new generation of prayers looks like, how we can take the steps necessary to be a house of prayer for God.
In this transformative sermon from 2013, Pastor Joel Sims explores the vital role of the Holy Spirit, referred to as The Helper, in the life of every believer. Drawing from the scriptures, particularly the teachings of Jesus in the Gospel of John, Pastor Joel explains how the Holy Spirit is sent to guide, comfort, and empower Christians in their daily walk with God. Through personal insights and biblical reflection, Pastor Joel encourages listeners to invite the Holy Spirit’s presence into their lives, emphasizing how the Helper provides wisdom, strength, and peace amidst life’s challenges.
In this message from our Fondren 6PM service titled “Prepared for the Promised Land”, John Romick shares how God wants to prepare us for the promises He has awaiting us.
In his “The Word in Community” message, online campus pastor John Romick teaches how the early church’s devotion to the Lord, prayer, and each other was not seasonal or situational but foundational.
In this message, “He Will Provide,” guest missionary Larissa DeRungs explains that God will provide everything you need to finish your race.
In this message titled “Silence and Solitude” by Pastor Joel Sims, you’ll see that the more you separate yourself from the world, the more you are set apart for Him. And that is when He unveils your calling and purpose and shows you things to come.
Enjoy this message titled “Make Me a House of Prayer”, by Patsy Cameneti from Thursday evening’s Prayer Conference session.
This message, “Learning When the Holy Spirit is Moving,” by Patsy Cameneti, is a brief but powerful teaching segment from Thursday morning’s Prayer Conference session.
In this message titled, “A Place Called There” from Wednesday night’s session with Dr. Mary Frances Varallo, you’ll see how God needs a voice to go ahead to prepare the way for His plans and purposes.
Dive into this message titled, “The Suddenlies of God” from Wednesday morning’s Prayer Conference session with Dr. Mary Frances Varallo, where we see all things are possible with God!
Dive into this message titled “The Great Migration” by Jen Tringale to hear how to be involved in the expansion of the Kingdom of God, which is happening now!
The work of the Holy Spirit in your life was never meant to be minimal! In this message titled “Holy Spirit – The Revealer”, by Alicia Moran, you’ll see that as you look to Him the Holy Spirit will give you eyes to see things that only He knows, enabling you to walk in the fullness of God’s plan for you.
In this 2015 Legacy Archive episode, Pastor Joel Sims explores the story of the well-known biblical character, Ruth. Through her journey, we are encouraged and reminded that even in the most hopeless times of life, there is always more to discover and hope to be found.
In this message titled “What Do You Have” by guest minister Karia Muñoz, you will discover the power of coming to the Lord more aware of your seed than your need.
In the 2nd message of the Rituals series titled “Prayer”, Pastor Joel shares a message that reveals the secret of success is the secret place, in prayer with God.
Join Pastor Joel Sims in this message titled “Insight and Foresight”, where he continues in the same flow as the previous “Prepare a Room” messages, where we continue praying into our upcoming Prayer Conference.
Start your 2025 with this message from our new series Rituals, “Fasting,” in which Pastor Joel Sims uncovers the power of daily habits in deepening your walk with Jesus.
In this Legacy Archive episode from 2013, Pastor Joel Sims begins his series “Through the Storms,” offering profound insights on how to find refuge in the Rock during life’s overwhelming challenges. Through biblical teachings and personal anecdotes, Pastor Sims guides listeners on a journey to strengthen their faith amidst adversity.
In “Perfect Provision”, Pastor Joel Sims shares from our Fondren Campus to challenge our thinking about trying to earn what God desires to give freely.
In this message, “The Gift of Forgiveness,” Pastor Joel Sims takes us on a journey to see that God wants to have compassion for even the worst version of yourself!
In “Prepare a Room Part 2”, Pastor Joel continues his teaching on preparing room for God to work in your life through honor.
In this Legacy Archive episode, Pastor Joel Sims explores the power of choosing faith over fear in our daily lives. He shares practical advice and biblical insights to help listeners navigate challenges with confidence and trust in God’s plan. Listen today to be encouraged and equipped to face life’s uncertainties with a faith-filled perspective.
In Pastor Joel’s message titled “Jubilee: Provision”, he shares from our Fondren 6pm service on God’s plan to provide for you so that you can rest in His presence.
In “Jesus Honored the Lowly and Poor,” continuing the Advent Series, Pastor Joel shows how God desires to work in and through you through your generosity.
In this podcast episode, “Prepare a Room”, we explore the significance of the Shunamite woman in 2 Kings 4, as she prepared a room for the prophet.
In his message “Wise Men Honor Jesus with Their Gifts”, Pastor Joel Sims shows how you can worship Him with your treasure, knowing you can’t outgive Him.
In this message titled “Jubilee: Rest” Pastor Joel Sims reminds us that God has a plan for us, and we can live in that plan, in His rest. Are you willing to come to Him to hear and see His plan?
In this uplifting Legacy Archive episode, Pastor Joel Sims delves into the transformative power of gratitude. He highlights how embracing a thankful heart can bring joy, peace, and a deeper connection with God. Join Pastor Sims as he provides practical steps and spiritual insights to cultivate gratitude in your everyday life.
In this message titled “The Shepherds Held Him in View”, Peppi Sims dives into the importance of family in this holiday season, with Jesus at the center.
In week 4 of our series Created to Worship, Pastor Joel Sims shares his message titled “Adoration,” where we see that worship is not what the church gives you; worship is what you give God.
From our Fondren 6PM service, Pastor Joel shares his message titled “The Humility of the Hidden.” In it, he shows that pride cares about being seen and praised by man, but humility cares about its private life before God and the praise of God.
God has plans and places prepared for you that you aren’t aware of yet. But He desires to reveal these things to you by His Spirit. Will you draw near to Him, saying ‘yes’ to the Spirit and ‘no’ to the flesh, and receive His direction for your life?
In this message titled, “Eyes on Me”, Anna Kate Williams teaches from our Highland Colony campus about the importance–and impact on your life–of being faithful to follow and listen to the Lord’s direction regardless of distractions around you.
In this inspiring episode of the Legacy Archive, Pastor Ronnie Sims delves into the profound principles and spiritual insights that pave the way to a life of abundance. Whether you’re seeking guidance on how to enrich your faith or looking for practical steps to enhance your daily life, tune in to discover how embracing God’s principles can lead you to a life of overflowing blessings and lasting impact.
In this message, “The Transformative Power of Thanksgiving,” Pastor Joel shares that the quality of your life is determined by the size of your thankfulness.
In “The Vision You Carry,” guest minister Jen Tringale shares that God’s vision and purpose for you are already inside of you.
In this episode, “The Power of Praise,” guest minister Jen Tringale shares a powerful teaching about the position that consistent praise places you in. Check out more resources for this series here.
Dive into this 2017 Legacy Archive episode with Pastor Joel Sims, exploring Paul’s journey from Saul, his blinding encounter with Jesus, and its lessons on faith and friendship. Learn how true healing and revelation often flow through the companions who share our spiritual path, and the importance of maintaining integrity over seeking approval—a deep look at the transformative power of faith-filled fellowship.
This episode, “Worship Requires Sacrifice,” is part 1 of our new series Created to Worship. In it, Pastor Joel Sims reveals how the layout of the Tabernacle of the Old Testament shows us how to have God’s presence in our lives.
In this “Burn Out” message, Hillary Ravick shares practical steps to a fresh fire in your relationship with God.
In this powerful message on prayer titled “United”, Pastor Joel Sims shares from our Wednesday Prayer service at our Lakeland campus the power we have in prayer when we pray together, united.
Continuing his series on pride, Pastor Joel Sims shares from our Fondren campus on King Ahab from 1 Kings 21, in this episode titled “Pride Continues”.
Do you have a favorite verse of scripture? John 3:16? Psalm 23? In this episode titled “The Most Quoted Verse in Scripture”, Pastor Joel Sims dives into a passage that the Scriptures itself quotes more than any other.
Here on this episode of the Legacy Archive Podcast, we go back to the year 2000 to hear from Pastor Ronnie Sims. We learn that through our sacrifice of praise comes a natural confession of praise! We mark our words through the actions of our lives. The Lord is worthy of all our praise!
In “Pride Takes the Credit,” Pastor Joel continues his teaching on pride and humility from the Word of Life Fondren campus 6 p.m. service. Enjoy this message as you discover how pride takes the credit and desires praise, but humility gives thanks and receives His grace.
In this episode, “The Porter Opens the Door,” Pastor Joel explores the power of prayer and the far-reaching effect that prayer of intercession can have on your family, friends, and even your generation.
In “The Favor of God”, John Romick teaches about the benefits of the favor of God that you enjoy through living a life sold out to Him.
In this episode titled “No Turning Back”, John Romick shares from our Lakeland campus a message on celebrating the goodness of God, and not letting circumstances dictate your level of worship.
In this episode of the Legacy Archive podcast, “Momentum,” we discuss the principle that every seed produces after its own kind, emphasizing the importance of sowing seeds of communication with God through daily prayer.
In “Words That Make You Fall in Love”, Danny Romick shares from our Fondren campus during the 6pm service on the importance of speaking God’s Words in our everyday lives.
In this episode titled “An Acceptable Sacrifice”, Pastor Joel dives into the importance of our giving: what it does for the ministry, what it does for us, and what it does for God.
Oftentimes, we can try to reap the benefits of a relationship without investing in the relationship itself. It’s easy to hide behind routines or life circumstances and never fully connect with the source – God. But when you start valuing God first, everything else begins to align. Tune into today’s message “Bridge the Gap” to learn how to engage with God authentically because He sees the value in you – but the question is, do you see the value in yourself?
In this message titled “Hold Your Ground” from our Highland Colony campus, John Romick shares that when we know God to be faithful, we can walk in this life with peace and joy because we know He is with us.
In this message titled “The Trinity” from our Fondren campus 6PM service, Brian Butler dives into relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and us as believers.
In this message by Brian Butler from our Lakeland campus titled “Passively or Passionately”, Brian shares 3 ways to passionately advance the Kingdom of God.
Join us for Staff Prayer, where in “No More Shadowboxing,” Pastor Joel Sims shares another critical key for getting results in prayer. This message is a continuation of “Pride: Judges Others” from our September 23rd Fondren 6pm service.
In this episode of the Legacy Archive Podcast, Pastor Joel Sims teaches us how if we can humble ourselves and align our lives with the will of the Lord, we can see and be a part of miracles that God wants to work within our lives.
Do you find yourself needing more grace? In this message titled “Pride: Judges Others” from our Fondren campus, Pastor Joel Sims shares a message on humility and how God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble.
What do you believe is honestly necessary every day? In this message titled “Sit at His Feet,” Pastor Joel shares from the Lakeland campus that as you make the Word of God the necessary thing in your life daily, your life will produce fruit.
In this episode from The Six at our Fondren campus, Pastor Joel shares that the one who is Lord to you is not who you say but who you obey. Dive into this timely message to unlock God’s purpose in your life!
In this episode titled “The Judgment Seat of Christ,” Pastor Joel Sims shares from our Lakeland campus the importance of the title “servant” and how when we meet Jesus, He has rewards prepared!
In this episode of the Legacy Archive podcast, we explore the profound importance of success in marriage from a Christian perspective, emphasizing that a strong marital relationship is essential for true happiness and fulfillment. Through this message, we are encouraged to prioritize our roles as spouses above all other achievements, with the assurance that a solid marriage foundation can positively impact all other areas of life.
Enjoy this episode from the Fondren 6pm service titled “Proven for Promotion”, where Pastor Joel Sims shares how God desires to promote you in every area, and what He requires to do so.
In this episode, titled ‘Vision Sunday,’ Pastor Joel Sims outlines the future direction of Word of Life Church as he shares eight key projects on the horizon. We invite you to join us in prayer and faith as we move forward together.
Join us for this episode from Revival Night at our Highland Colony campus, with Pattie Ah Kui of Uttermost Ministries. You will blessed as you learn how to receive wisdom and specific instruction from the Holy Spirit so that you can win every battle.
In this message from Tuesday Staff Prayer, Pastor Joel Sims shares how faith is not manufactured, it COMES. As you listen you’ll learn that the mountain that moves is the one you speak to believing.
In “Burn the CDs”, Pastor Joel Sims shares a message about being set apart, and putting our attention on Him. Enjoy this encouraging message from The Six at our Fondren campus!
In this message titled “Get Excited”, Pastor Joel Sims shares from our Lakeland campus that whatever you have your attention on, that is what you are connected to. Did you know that faith is a fight of attention?
In this edition of the Legacy Archive podcast, We hear from Pastor Ronnie Sims from 1994 preach on the Comforter. “One who undertakes the case or cause of another.” We hope that through this podcast, you learn that the Lord is your ultimate comforter in life. Through every season, He is always on your side, always praying for you, and will never fail you.
A merry heart does good like medicine! In this message titled “I Need My Meds”, John Romick ministers from our Lakeland campus on the joy of the Lord being your strength.
The only way to be intimate with God is to be close. Come to Him! In this message from The Six at our Fondren campus, John Romick will challenge you to look to Him, come to Him, and enjoy victory in every area of life.
In life we all experience things that may wound or bring us pain, but how do we persevere? In this teaching, you will learn when your perception of God is based on the character of who He truly is, this can help accelerate you from a place of pain to a place of praise. Praise is an outward expression of your expectation that God will bring you through.
God has a fit for you! In this episode, Pastor Chase connects your fit in the Body of Christ to your growth, joy, and fulfillment. Maybe you’re not connected because you’re bent out of shape. Let God speak to you through this message, and watch as your heart and mind are bent back into shape!
This message delves into Jonah 4, exploring how unchecked anger can distort our relationship with Christ. By examining Jonah’s struggle, we are called to confront our inner rage and learn to respond to God’s grace with humility rather than letting our emotions take control.
Enjoy this podcast message titled “Blessing by the Laying on of Hands”, from Staff Prayer at Lakeland Drive campus, where Pastor Joel Sims takes a deep dive into the impartation of spiritual blessing through the laying on of hands.
Are you fully surrendered to the Lord? In this episode titled “Do You Love Me?”, Pastor Joel Sims shares from the 6PM service at the Fondren campus. He challenges us to show our love to the Lord by giving Him access to every part of our lives, and the benefits that come when we do.
In this podcast episode titled “Be Happy”, Pastor Joel Sims shares from the Lakeland campus that our happiness is based on what we are focused on, not the circumstances around us.
In this Legacy Archive episode by Pastor Joel Sims, he delves into the concept of God being the ultimate source in our lives. He poses the question of how one can truly recognize God as their source. We discuss how our actions during times of need reveal our true source, emphasizing the tendency for some to panic when faced with adversity, despite professing faith in a heavenly Father.
In this episode titled “Eight Keys to Releasing Heavenly Power”, John Romick shares from scripture how to activate God’s power in your life through the Holy Spirit.
In “The Flow of the Holy Spirit”, John Romick shares from the Lakeland campus how to live by the Holy Spirit, and get Holy Spirit results in your life.
In this episode “Hot Rolls”, Pastor Joel desires to stir you up to see God’s provision in this season, with a teaching beginning in Psalm 23.
We hope you enjoy this bonus clip: about 4 minutes of instrumental piano worship taken from Revival Night at Highland Colony campus, July 24, 2024. We invite you to use this during your prayer time, and share with friends!
In this latest episode from Tuesday’s Staff Prayer at Word of Life Lakeland campus, Pastor Joel Sims shares how to pray effectively according to Mark 11:22-25, with this episode titled “Believe in the Heart”. You will be challenged and encouraged to take your prayer life to the next level!
In this Legacy Archive episode by Pastor Ronnie Sims, Jeremiah 29:11 emphasizes that regardless of background or circumstances, God has a unique destiny for every individual. From birth to life’s journey, God’s omniscience encompasses every detail.
In this episode titled “Rooted and Grounded”, missionary to India Mike Van Buskirk shares how being rooted and grounded in God’s love for us is essential to having a victorious walk with God.
In “Improve Yourself by Praying in the Spirit”, Pastor Joel Sims shares that God has a river prepared for you, where you can flow in God’s best for your life! You can tap into this river by praying in the Spirit. Will you deny this river or will you let it flow?
In this episode from Tuesday’s Staff Prayer at Word of Life Lakeland campus, Pastor Joel Sims continues from the last Staff Prayer’s message on turning your care into prayers, with this episode titled “Seeing It, Saying It, and Praying It”, where he shares that when God shows you something about your need, He wants you to say it, and pray it so that He can change it.
In this episode “I Thank My God I Speak in Tongues”, Pastor Joel shares from Word of Life Lakeland Campus how praying in the Spirit opens up a highway for God to bring to His plans for you to pass. Why struggle to find God’s will for your life on your own, or bring it to pass on your own, when you can open the door to the grace of God in your life by praying in the Spirit?
Staff Prayer is back! Join Pastor Joel and the Lakeland campus staff for staff prayer, as Pastor teaches on prayer and turning your cares into prayers.
Pastor Joel Sims explores the power of tough conversations delivered with honor and received with humility in this Legacy Archive episode from 2017. The message emphasizes how such dialogues can strengthen relationships significantly. We uncover the importance of embodying honor and humility, especially during challenging seasons in relationships.
Pastor Joel Sims continues in the Life in the Spirit series with this message from The Six service at our Fondren campus, “Yield”. God has a plan for you that He reveals to you by His Spirit, you cannot see or know it through the flesh. The way we interact with the Holy Spirit to receive His plan is to yield to Him.
Continuing the Life in the Spirit series, in this episode “Why Pray in the Spirit?” Pastor Joel Sims reminds us that to walk in the plan God has for our lives, we must speak and pray out that plan, by praying in the Spirit.
John Romick continues our Life in the Spirit series with this message titled “Miracles are Indisputable”. Using testimonies from his own life and stirring scriptures about the role of the Holy Spirit in the believer’s life, you will be inspired to seek God like never before, and be empowered to fulfill God’s plan for your life through the power of His Spirit working within you!
Explore the intricacies of managing relationships for a fulfilling life as Pastor Joel Sims delves into this topic in a Legacy Archive episode from 2016. This message emphasizes the importance of understanding how to navigate various types of relationships, distinguishing between supportive ones and toxic or harmful ones.
Enjoy this short Bonus Clip from Pastor Joel live at our Highland Colony 8:30 service on June 30, 2024. What are you passing down as a legacy: Iniquity or Mantles? Bonus clips are moments outside of regular podcasted services where we felt like there was an impactful moment you needed to hear to encourage you in your walk with God.
This episode, “Are You Lukewarm?” by Pastor Joel Sims, comes from our Fondren 6PM service. Pastor Joel continues his message from our morning services in the Life in the Spirit series. Are you allowing your life to be filled with other things, leaving no room for hunger for God? This message will call you up higher in your walk with God!
In this episode from our Life in the Spirit series, Pastor Joel Sims shares from our Lakeland campus a message titled “Egypt or The Promise Land”, which contrasts a life directed by the deep desires of the Spirit that lead to God’s plans for you, with living according to the strong desires of the flesh which lead ultimately to destruction.
Join us for “The Threshing Floor and the Open Door” where Pastor Joel shares a message about living a life walking in the Spirit. If you live a life by the flesh you will never see, hear, or understand the plan that God has for you!
In the episode titled “From Rags to Riches,” Pastor Ronnie Sims explores the powerful story of Naomi from the book of Ruth, highlighting the depths of despair that led to bitterness towards life and even God. We’re shown how Naomi’s overwhelming weariness transformed into a bitterness that wasn’t just directed at those around her, but also at the divine. Yet, it beautifully transitions into a tale of redemption, showcasing how God utilized Ruth, Naomi’s daughter-in-law, as a vessel of blessing to uplift. Through this narrative, we’re invited to witness the transformative power of faith and the unforeseen ways in which blessings can emerge from our deepest trials.
In this Father’s Day episode “An Excellent Spirit”, Pastor Joel Sims shares from our The Six service at Word of Life Fondren campus. Do you have an excellent spirit like Daniel had? Pastor Joel shares how you can bring meaning to your life and work by serving those around you.
In “What’s Your Legacy?”, Pastor Joel Sims shares the characteristics of the ideal father, and how though you may not be able to control your heritage, you can control your legacy.
In this episode titled “The Attitude of Serving”, Tom and Kathy Toney share from The Six service at our Fondren campus about how the salvation of the world and the effectiveness of our local church depends on our availability to be used by God through serving.
In this episode titled “Home is Where it All Starts”, Kathy Toney shares from our Highland Colony campus that the power of turning the hearts of the next generation to God is in the power of the home.
In this episode titled “Exposing, Arresting, and Reversing the Slow Fade”, Tom Toney shares from our Lakeland campus what the home and church MUST DO about the next generation’s drift from God.
In this episode titled “Your Calling is Calling,” from 2016, we delve into the inspiring truth that no matter how many times we stumble, our calling remains unshakeable. Taking a page from David’s life, we see how, despite his significant mistakes and humble beginnings, his journey demonstrates that God’s plan for us doesn’t waver. Through studying David’s life, we’re reminded that we too can make a substantial impact, not just in our immediate circle but beyond, proving that there are potential difference-makers among us. This episode urges everyone to embrace their calling and become the change they’re destined to be.
We welcome Joshua Adams back to The Six, our Fondren 6pm service, where he shares the impact the awareness of the very soon coming of Jesus should have on every believer.
We were honored to welcome Pastor Joshua Adams to Word of Life as he delivered a message on God’s faithfulness. Through this message, we walk through many scriptures covering the power of His word and the goodness of God.
We’re often told to renew our minds as we head into new seasons, but when was the last time you renewed your heart? Check out this episode by our Fondren campus pastor Hillary Ravick to learn why the heart matters in every season.
If you’ve lived in Mississippi at any given time, you know how the Hospitality State treats its neighbors. We wave in the neighborhood, open the door as you walk by, and offer a “bless your heart” whenever we hear something troubling. But what happens when we apply biblical standards to our hospitality? In this episode from our Fondren campus, listen to learn about “Holy Hospitality” and how it can change you and your community.
Sometimes the loudest voices in our lives aren’t giving us the best advice. Often it’s our own voice. In this episode, Pastor Robert shares with the Poindexter campus the importance of having the right people in our lives who can help us with our dreams. The key is not just focusing on our dream alone, but on the one true dream that matters most. Listen in to learn practical tips on how together, everyone accomplishes much.
Does peace feel far away and out of reach for you? In this episode, Pastor Chase at Word of Life Highland Colony campus shares his journey of finding peace and strength after his father passed away. You’ll discover the same keys to peace that caused the troubled and fearful disciples to be transformed into healed, bold witnesses for Jesus. Peace is basic Christianity and you can live in it today!
Luke Spencer shares with the Lakeland Campus about the need for humility to come to the table the Lord has prepared for you. Psalm 23 reminds us of His preparation, all we need to do is sit.
In the launch of the 2016 series, Life’s A Beat, Pastor Joels Sims the message of patterns. You can’t change your life without changing your patterns. We explore how every frustration and success is rooted in the habits we keep, showing that it’s the small, everyday decisions, not the big moments, that truly shape our lives. From finances and health to relationships and personal growth, we’re uncovering how to identify and shift those patterns for the better. Get ready to transform your life’s rhythm and find out how changing your beat can change everything.
Join us in this episode titled “Entangled?” where Pastor Joel Sims shines a light on a tactic the enemy uses to steal your effectiveness and influence for the Kingdom of God and hinder your progress in your walk with God.
Ever feel like you have the knowledge to live a fruitful Christian life but lack the power? In this episode, titled “The Helper,” Pastor Joel Sims explores the question the Apostle Paul asked the believers at Ephesus: “Did you receive the Holy Spirit since you believed?” If you’ve been living an ordinary life, you can begin living an extraordinary one with the Helper on the inside, guiding and directing you. Discover the secret to the early church’s success and the missing ingredient in many Christians’ lives today.
In “Just Pray” from our Mother’s Day weekend, Peppi Sims highlights how our busyness can lead to toxic, deceptive thoughts dominating our minds, overshadowing God’s truth. Drawing from the story of Martha and Jesus, she encourages us to prioritize sitting at Jesus’ feet, allowing His truth, purpose, and peace to fill us.
Explore spiritual growth with Pastor Joel Sims in a 2017 Legacy Archive episode. Learn daily practices for connecting with God, maximizing “not so free” time with worship, podcasts, or books during commutes and workouts, and the benefits of fasting from screens. Discover the impact of regular church attendance, the importance of reading for personal development, and why your life’s quality depends on your commitment to being above average. Embrace vision and planning for extraordinary living, inspired by Genesis 42:8.
In this episode titled “The Wonderful Name of Jesus,” Pastor Joel Sims takes us into not just any subject, but The Name of Jesus. Did you know we have a God in heaven who hears and answers prayers when prayed in the Name of Jesus? If we can get excited and hopeful about someone keeping their word and honoring their name in everyday things, how much more should we expect our God to keep His Word and honor His Name?
Are you seeking your promised land, or are you seeking Him? In this episode titled “True Riches” from The Six at our Fondren campus, Pastor Joel Sims reminds us of Who should be our purpose in life, not “what”. As you listen to this podcast, we pray the Holy Spirit reveals to you the heart behind Moses’s preference for His Presence, even over going into the Promised Land.
At The Six, Pastor John Romick shares pivotal ways to hear the voice of God. In all ways, the best place to be is within the will of God. Listen to this message for how to know when God is sharing His will with you.
Pastor John Romick joins us for “Gratitude”, the final part of our generosity series, Asking For Naomi. Through this message, John shares the faithfulness of the Lord and how to be grateful and joyful through our circumstances to see the blessings found in Him.
In this message from 1985, our founding pastor, Pastor Ronnie Sims, covers the importance of being sensitive to the Holy Spirit and truly knowing Him. It is through the Holy Spirit that bondages are broken and we need to know the Spirit of God to overcome.
Join us as we explore Pastor Joel’s message, “The Art of Contentment,” a key principle demonstrated in the New Testament. You’ll discover that our identity is not found in our possessions, and true joy is not attained merely by acquiring enough wealth to be generous. Instead, it’s found when we allow our love for others to inspire us to be generous with the things we do have.
Welcome back to our series “Asking For Naomi”! In our second episode, Pastor Joel Sims is about to take you on a thought-provoking journey, beginning with the common question: “Is Tithing for Today?” But hold on tight, because this isn’t your typical generosity sermon, we’re exploring the topic in a whole new light. Get ready to dive into scripture and uncover some challenging perspectives that will elevate your walk with Jesus in this episode titled, “Is He Lord?”
Does God want you rich? If so, why? In this message, we will take a look at the motive behind God’s desire for you to be blessed: so that you can bless others, not just build bigger barns. Join us for a fresh look at biblical prosperity in this episode.
Through this three-week series, we explore the story of Ruth and the generosity shown toward her mother-in-law Naomi. This series covers the heart of generosity and God’s favor. In this message, we’re exploring what real generosity looks like, and find there is favor that God has waiting for those who are asking for the needs of others, and not just themselves.
In the 2016 Legacy Archive episode, Pastor Joel Sims explores the life of David, emphasizing that no matter your start or mistakes, God can elevate and significantly bless your life.
In this message, Robert Berry discusses how our inadequacies should not lead to insecurities but dependence on God. Learn how to navigate through the roadblocks of change and how God has sent you to lead the change you desire to see in your family and community.
Pastor Kevin Cooley is a missionary, pastor and author. Pastor Kevin joined us at our Fondren 6PM campus to share about the transformation power of the gospel and how to share this gift with others.
On this Easter Sunday, Pastor Joel Sims gave a word to honor the sacrifice made so many years ago on the cross, celebrated His Resurrection, and ended with a powerful reminder that as followers of Christ, we are sons and daughters of the Father.
On day five of Holy Week, Pastor Joel reminds us that Jesus took our shame and became our open door to receive God’s grace, love, and goodness for our lives! At the end of today’s message, we are led through communion. We encourage you, wherever you are listening today, to participate with us using elements you have at home.
On the fourth day of Holy Week, Chase Sievers, Campus Pastor at Word of Life Highland Colony, delivers an Easter message exploring the distinction between identifying with Christ and merely imitating Him.
On day three of Holy Week, join Luke Spencer, Lakeland Campus Pastor, as he shares that humility, often underestimated, serves as the gateway to receiving God’s grace and help in our lives. Luke shares insights on how what we may have perceived as secondary is foundational in our walk with God.
On day two of Holy Week, Art Jones shares his testimony and how to stay focused on Jesus in sharing the gospel with others.
To begin Holy Week, we have a message from Hillary Ravick, Word of Life Church Fondren Campus Pastor, about the triumphant entry of the savior of the world. We go through scripture hearing about the meaning of what the crowd was saying to Jesus when they cried out Hosanna.
Marriage is all about the willingness to love deeply. In this episode of Coffee Time Pastor Joel and Ryan emphasize the importance of maintaining an open heart and the harm that a hardened heart will cause.
Why are we called to be good stewards of our life? Pastor Joel and Ryan walk us through the reasons why taking ownership of your situation and looking past personal consumption helps us build toward a better future.
Stress can come from anywhere and affect anything. In this episode, Pastor Joel returns with Ryan to talk about practical advice, focusing on intentional living, healthy well-being, and financial stewardship.
In this Coffee Time, Pastor Joel Sims is joined by his childhood friend Ryan Eaton to discuss what it was like becoming a father at a young age and the journey of finding the balance of intentionality with family and actively growing a career.
With comfort being the main driving force of today’s society, fitness requires us to get not only physically but mentally out of our comfort zone. In this episode of Coffee Time, Aaron Weikleenget is back with Pastor Joel talking about how movement is vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Being mindful of our health can be challenging and quite overwhelming with all the avenues of information we have available these days. Pastor Joel is joined by Aaron Weikleenget to discuss the importance of reaching our goals and maintaining good health with a proper diet in this week’s episode of Coffee Time.
When talking about the perfect leader, we look to the Son of God. What does that practically mean for us? Dustin McCain and Pastor Joel discuss what they believe the “perfect” leader may look like and the characteristics that follow.
We all have the capacity in some form to be a leader and the opportunities to be so in our day-to-day lives; but what actually is a leader? This week on Coffee Time, We have Dustin McCain joining Pastor Joel Sims encapsulating what a leader really is.
Myria Scott is back with Pastor Joel Sims talking all things on how to get a raise in your current position. Joel Sims is the Senior Pastor at Word of Life Church and Myria Scott is the Human Resources Director. In this episode, we're discussing all things money within a job position answering questions like - How do I initiate the conversation for a raise? How do I make myself valuable at work? When is it time to look for a new job?
Pastor Joel Sims is joined by good friend and local businessman Dustin McCain to discuss the keys to becoming a better leader in any industry. Dustin and Joel talk through creating a healthy culture, knowing how to lead yourself first, and more on this episode of Coffee Time.
Ryan Eaton is back for another episode with Pastor Joel Sims as they talk through advice they would give to their younger selves. Topics include creating good habits to expand your mind, getting the right people in your life, and placing guardrails in your life.
In this episode of Coffee Time Pastor Joel Sims is joined by Pastor Luke Spencer and they continue to discuss health within the context of Christianity.
In this episode of Coffee Time Pastor Joel Sims is joined by Pastor Luke Spencer to talk through total health revelations in their lives and why this is important in the Christian walk.
This is the final episode of the four-part series on how to go deeper in marriage by Pastors Joel and Peppi Sims. Topics in this final episode range from sharing interests together, addressing conflict, and learning to speak freely.
This is part three of the series “12 Ways to Go Deeper in Marriage” by Pastors Joel and Peppi Sims. Together, they discuss a few ways to go deeper in your marriage through making an effort in your appearance for your spouse and discussing why laughing together matters.
Enjoy Word of Life Church Executive Pastor Ryan Lamberson, bringing Part 6 of this series from our Highland Colony campus, in Ridgeland, MS!
Psalms 23:1-5 (KJV) It needs a Shepard It needs a flock It’s prone to wonder It gets major irritations on its head 1.Your life will never be better than your soul You have _______ why are you still so ______? You can’t enjoy green pastures and still waters with mess all over your head. What […]
All Bible verses are (NASB) Joshua 2:1 Joshua 2:8-11 Zechariah 3:1 Zechariah 3:2 Zechariah 3:3 Zechariah 3:4-5 Zechariah 3:6-7 John 8:36
Isaiah 41:10 (KJV) He was experiencing the ache of being too ordinary and inadequate. Andy Mineo: You Can’t Stop Me You’re my biggest opponent You know me, I know you, we know it. Whenever I fail, you’ve always been there to simply remind me I’ve blown it. You will never write a verse like Kendrick. […]
There is a you in you that’s greater than the you, you see. That’s your potential. That’s your high calling in Christ Jesus. A mans harvest in life depends entirely upon what He sows. Could it be that all this was inspired by the enemy for no other reason than just to get you to […]
Genesis 13:10-17 (KJV) When 2030 comes around, all of us will end up somewhere. God wants you to end up somewhere ON PURPOSE. What’s your 10 in 10? 10 things you want to accomplish in the next 10 years. We overestimate what can happen in a year, but completely underestimate what can happen in a […]