City Rev Life Podcast

In Part 1 of this new podcast series, Pastor Josh Slautterback sits down with Pastor Craig Stephens to tackle one of the most difficult and misunderstood topics in Christianity: hell. Rather than avoiding the tension, this conversation leans into the questions people are already asking—Is hell real? Is it eternal? How does it fit with a loving God? Drawing from Scripture and the teachings of Jesus...

The holidays are a time for joy, connection, and celebration—but they can also bring challenges when it comes to family dynamics and expectations. In this episode Pastor Josh Slautterback, Pastor Craig Stephens, and Angelica Barros explore how to set healthy boundaries with family and friends during the Christmas season. Whether it’s managing difficult conversations, balancing time commitments, or...

In todays special throwback episode, Pastor Robey tells us a 5 minute story on who Santa Claus, or Saint Nicholas, really is.

In this episode of the City Rev Life Podcast, Pastor Craig Stephens and Pastor Robey Barnes lean into the Christmas season with honesty, humor, and wisdom—starting with the timeless debate over when it’s acceptable to play Christmas music. As the conversation unfolds, they explore how the cultural hype surrounding Christmas often creates unrealistic expectations that leave us feeling disappointed...

In this episode of the City Rev Life Podcast, Pastor Robey Barnes and Pastor Craig Stephens wrap up our Heaven series with one essential question: How do we strengthen our faith in a future we can’t yet see—but deeply hope for? Drawing from Jesus’ words in John 14, they unpack why believing in heaven can feel difficult at times, and how Jesus Himself anchors our confidence with His promise: “If it...

In this fifth episode of the Heaven series on the City Rev Life Podcast, Pastor Robey Barnes and host Craig Stephens tackle some of the most common and misunderstood questions about what happens when we die. Drawing from passages like Philippians 1:23, Acts 7, and the words of Jesus to the thief on the cross, they unpack why Scripture teaches that believers enter immediately into the presence of C...

In this episode of the City Rev Life Podcast, Pastors Craig Stephens and Robey Barnes dive into what heaven might actually be like. Using imagery from Thanksgiving feasts, they explore the joy, celebration, and unity promised in Scripture. The hosts answer listener questions about heavenly feasts, the recognizability and physicality of resurrected bodies, and even fun speculation about abilities l...

In Part 3 of our Heaven series on the City Rev Life Podcast, Jeremy Agosto and Pastor Robey Barnes explore one of the biggest misconceptions about eternity—that heaven will be boring. Drawing from Revelation 21, they unpack the Bible’s picture of the New Jerusalem as a physical, vibrant, and fully developed city where God’s people engage in meaningful, joy-filled activity. They discuss how worship...

In Heaven, Part 2, hosts Jeremy Agosto and Pastor Robey Barnes continue the City Rev Life series by exploring what heaven is really like—beyond the clouds and halos. Drawing from Philippians 1:21, Romans 8, and Revelation 21, they discuss how Scripture paints heaven as a real, physical, and beautiful new creation where God dwells with His people. This episode challenges listeners to develop a robu...

In Episode 1 of the new Heaven series on the City Rev Life Podcast, Jeremy Agosto and Pastor Robey Barnes dig into why a clear understanding of heaven is essential for every believer. Instead of treating heaven as a distant, abstract idea, they discuss how the Bible describes it as our true home and eternal destination — and how that reality should reshape how we live today. Drawing from Philippia...

It’s only 10 minutes—but packed with answers you’ve been waiting for. In this special Q&A episode, Pastors Robey and Dan take on your biggest questions about the One Generation Initiative and the future of City Rev.   💭 When will the Miami Springs campus launch? 💭 Is $500,000 really being spent on an app? 💭 What’s the real purpose behind the new discipleship app? 💭 Where are we looking to...

In this episode of the City Rev Life Podcast, Pastor Craig Stephens and Pastor Robey Barnes continue the One Generation conversation, sharing powerful stories of how God is already moving through this initiative. They highlight personal miracles, unexpected financial provisions, and deep spiritual growth happening within our church family. The pastors talk about what commitment truly means—whether...

In Episode 7 of the One Generation podcast series, Pastors Robey Barnes and Craig Stephens continue the powerful conversation about the biggest moment in City Rev Church’s history — our One Generation two-year initiative. So many in our church family have already found their part in this movement, but some are still wondering what this all means for them.   In this episode, we’re answering your bi...

In this episode of the One Generation Companion Podcast, Pastors Craig Stephens and Robey Barnes unpack the biblical principle of sowing and reaping—clarifying how it differs from the “health and wealth” gospel. They explore the heart behind giving with expectancy, not expectations, reminding us that generosity is about placing God, not money, on the throne. Through Scripture and practical wisdom,...

In this episode of the City Rev Life Podcast, part of the One Generation series, Host Craig Stephens sits down with Pastor Robey Barnes and Angelica Barros to unpack one of the most practical yet challenging aspects of the initiative—giving. Together, they explore how generosity is more than numbers on a page; it’s an act of worship and trust in God’s provision. From navigating limited resources t...

Join Host Pastor Craig Stephens, Pastor Robey Barnes, and special guest John Birdsall, CFO of City Rev Church, as they dive deep into the financial heart of the church's One Generation Series. In this revealing podcast episode, they tackle the tough questions about church finances, breaking down how every dollar is carefully stewarded and aligned with biblical principles. Discover the four key bib...

In this episode of the One Generation companion podcast, Pastors Robey and Josh join host Craig to unpack how God is stirring a spiritual and financial awakening in South Florida. 🙏 They share powerful stories of unity — from public school principals gathering weekly to pray, to the incredible growth of First Priority Bible clubs in schools — showing signs of God’s movement across the region. The...

In this episode, we process the recent tragedies and violence surrounding Charlie Kirk, Iryna Zarutska, and the Evergreen High School shooting. These heartbreaking events have shaken communities and left many searching for answers and hope. Together, we explore how to navigate grief, fear, and division through the lens of faith—seeking God’s Word for strength, guidance, and peace. Join us as we di...

In this episode of One Generation, host Josh Slautterback and Pastor Robey Barnes dive into the heart of the prayer initiative that’s launching alongside the One Generation series. They discuss what it means for a church to truly lean into God’s push, the vision for spiritual awakening across South Florida, and how individuals and families can prepare to be stretched and transformed. This conversa...

Join Pastor Josh Slautterback and Pastor Robey Barnes as they prepare us for One Generation, a powerful five-week series calling our church and city to awaken to God’s movement. Discover how this fall could be one of the most significant seasons in our church’s history as we seek revival in our hearts, families, and South Florida.

In Prayer, Episode 4: Hearing God’s Voice, Pastor Robey Barnes welcomes special guest Jamie Lash, a Messianic Jewish leader and co-founder of Jewish Jewels, to share her remarkable journey of living a life attuned to God’s voice. Jamie reflects on her prayer at the moment of her salvation to always hear Him and recounts over 50 years of experiencing His guidance through Scripture, the Holy Spirit,...

In this thought-provoking episode, host Jeremy Agosto sits down with Pastor Robey Barnes and Angelica Barros to explore the role of artificial intelligence in the Christian life. Together, they unpack both the opportunities and dangers of AI—recognizing its usefulness as a tool while warning against treating it as a source of ultimate truth. From practical examples like using AI for efficiency to...

Today we’re bringing you a throwback to one of our favorite conversations on prayer, hosted by Pastor Robey Barnes with special guests Tom and Beth Hendricks. In this honest and encouraging episode, Tom and Beth open up about their own journeys of learning to hear God’s voice—whether through stillness, scripture, or those unexpected moments where God’s answer is crystal clear. They share practical...

In Part 2 of our Prayer Series on the City Rev Life podcast, Pastor Craig Stephens sits down with Norma Fouts to hear her powerful testimony and why prayer is the foundation of her life. Norma shares the moving story of leading her father to Christ on her 30th birthday, the lessons she’s learned about trusting God’s timing, and the role of prayer in overcoming anxiety and finding true purpose. Fro...

In this honest and heartfelt episode, Pastor Craig Stephens sits down with Worship Pastor Josh Bramos to explore the transformation of a prayer life. Josh shares how his journey with prayer shifted from something transactional—asking and hoping for results—to something relational, where he now experiences it as a two-way dialogue with God. Through personal stories, biblical insight, and practical...