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Send us Fan Mail One of the most misunderstood parables in the Bible is the story of the Shrewd Manager (also known as the Unjust Steward). In Luke 16, Jesus highlights a clever manager who strategically uses worldly wealth to secure his future. While Jesus isn't commending his dishonesty, He is challenging the "children of light" to be just as intentional with eternal riches as the...

Send us Fan Mail How do we hear the voice of God in a world full of noise? In Part 2 of our series, "The Power In The Parables," we explore how Jesus used stories to challenge us to slow down, reflect, and truly listen to what the Holy Spirit is saying. It’s not just about what we are building in our lives, but what we are building upon. True spiritual transformation happens when we shif...

Send us Fan Mail The parable of the Prodigal Son is one of the most famous stories Jesus ever told, but it’s often misunderstood. It’s not just a story about a rebellious son and a forgiving father; it’s a mirror for our own hearts. Whether you identify with the prodigal son who ran away or the older brother who stayed but wrestled with bitterness, this sermon will challenge your perspective on Go...

Send us Fan Mail Are you tired of just sitting in a row? In Part 6 of our "I Love My Church" series, Freedom Church Raleigh explores what it truly means to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Pulling from 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, and the miracle of Jesus turning water into wine, this sermon uncovers a powerful truth: Jesus is the source, but we are the system. When we serve, we aren&apos...

Send us Fan Mail Pastor Josh teaches that the Church is Christ’s flock, and loving Jesus means loving, serving, and caring for His people. Using John 21:15–17, he shows that Jesus connected Peter’s love for Him with the responsibility to “feed My sheep.” The message emphasizes that tithing and generosity are practical ways we care for God’s Church, support ministry, help those in need, and spread...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 4 of " I Love My Church", Pastor Rose Snowzell teaches that God's plan for us is maturity, and spiritual family is one of the primary ways He helps us grow. She challenges us to move from simply receiving to giving, serving, and becoming examples for others. Through love, forgiveness, truth, and support, we can build healthy relationships that reflect the he...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 3 of "I love My Church", Pastor Garry Snowzell delivers a stirring message about the Church as Heaven’s Army on Earth. This sermon calls the Church to stop playing it safe, embrace spiritual warfare, and stand together in faith, prayer, and purpose. No matter the battle, God designed us to fight together and carry His light into the world.

Send us Fan Mail This message dives into biblical context, cultural teachings versus timeless truth, and the role of women in ministry. Ps. Josh Snowzell shows how Scripture consistently points toward God using women to lead, teach, minister, and proclaim the Gospel throughout history.

Send us Fan Mail In this series, Pastor Josh challenges the church to Stop consuming church and start loving the Bride—this message calls us to real commitment, unity, and sacrificial devotion.

Send us Fan Mail What does it actually take to become a man of God? In this episode, Pastors Josh and Rose break down what they call “The Barbarian Way” —a call to reject passivity, comfort, and compromise, and instead step into the foundations every man must build to walk fully with God. This isn’t about surface-level change. It’s about the death of boyhood … and the beginning of true, biblical m...

Send us Fan Mail In part 3 of "Where is god when life hurts?", Pastor Krista Ortiz explores the reality of faith in difficult seasons, showing that God’s presence never changes even when life feels filled with darkness. She highlights the different levels of faith and calls us to be honest with God, trust Him as the Author of our story, and not walk away in the middle. The message encour...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the people closest to you only remember who you used to be ? In this conversation, Kai, Maggie, Rose, and Josh sit down to talk about one of the most difficult parts of walking in faith—ministering to family and friends who have seen your past, your mistakes, and your lowest moments. We dive into:  Why familiarity can make it harder for people to receive from you...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of " Where is god when life hurts?", Pst. Josh Cooke teaches that waiting on God doesn’t mean He is absent. Scriptures like John 1:29, Matthew 11, and Lamentations 3 show that even in pain and uncertainty, God’s promises and mercy still stand.

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and Spirit-led conversation, we come together to talk about prophetic gifting—what it is, how it flows, and how to steward it well. Together, we dive into: ✨ What prophetic gifting really means ✨ How to recognize and discern God’s voice ✨ Misconceptions about the prophetic ✨ The responsibility of walking in spiritual gifts ✨ Real-life insight and experiences...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 1 of  "Where Is God When Life Hurts  ", Pst Josh Snowzell teaches that God welcomes our big questions and walks with us through every season. From Psalm 23, we learn to choose contentment, rest in green pastures, and keep moving through valleys. God protects, provides, and restores us (shuv), and like in Luke 15:3-6, the Good Shepherd finds and carries us home.

Send us Fan Mail  In this powerful episode, Pastors Josh and Rose take us inside “The Cave,” our annual church conference that has become a sacred space for encounter, transformation, and renewal. Through personal stories, spiritual revelations, and deeply moving experiences, they unpack what makes The Cave more than just an event—it’s a divine invitation to step away from the noise and draw close...

Send us Fan Mail In this Easter service, Pastor Josh teaches that every word and thought is recorded, and sin separates us from God. Yet through Jesus, we are not condemned but we are saved. Salvation is not something we earn through good works, but a gift of grace. Through the cross, every record of wrong is canceled, and we are invited to believe in Him, receive His forgiveness, follow Him, and...

Send us Fan Mail In a world that never seems to slow down, how do you hear the voice that’s meant just for you? In this episode, Kai, Josh, Maggie, and Rose sit down for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it really means to discover your calling in the middle of chaos. From moments of doubt and distraction to clarity that comes when you least expect it, they explore the tension between...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 4 of "Joseph Series," Pastor Rose highlights the powerful parallels between Joseph and Jesus from favor to betrayal, suffering to elevation. Through it all, we see a God who offers countless chances for change and restoration, showing that forgiveness is the pathway to grace 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Josh, Rose, Maggie, and Kai have an honest conversation about what it really means to live a life that honors God in today’s world. Why does holiness feel “uncool”? Why has faith become so casual? And what does it actually look like to live differently without compromising your beliefs? We dive into the tension between culture and calling, and challenge ourselves...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 3 of "Joseph Series," Pastor Rose teaches that God develops us in the dark. Like Joseph, your choices, not your circumstances, shape your future. Trust His timing.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pace Setters, we talk about the power of identity, how God speaks over our lives, and how the names and labels we carry can shape the trajectory of our future. Sometimes the biggest shift in our life begins when we stop living under old labels and start embracing the identity God has given us.

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of "Joseph Series", Pastor Josh Snowzell teaches from Genesis 39 about Joseph’s life in Potiphar’s house. Though Joseph is taken into slavery, he is “taken but not shaken.” What looks like a curse becomes an opportunity for God’s favor. Joseph faithfully serves where God places him, and because of his diligence, he is entrusted with great responsibility. When t...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 1 of  the "Joseph Series ", Pst. Josh Snowzell teaches from Genesis 37:1–36 about God-given dreams. Dreamers must dare to be different, face misunderstanding and resistance, and trust God’s timing. What God places in you cannot be taken away.

Send us Fan Mail Kai and Maggie are back with Pastors Josh and Rose, and talking this week about some things you can do practically to have a healthy relationship in your practices and rhythms.