The Rise Up Culture Podcast

In this episode, Lead Pastors Drew and Melissa East share the powerful and unexpected story behind the birth of Rise Up Culture Church. For the past ten years, we have been incredibly blessed to call illuminate church our home. It has been a place of growth, discipleship, and deep preparation in our lives, and we are so grateful for the leadership, community, and support we experienced there. In N...

SummaryIn this episode of the Rise Up Culture podcast, hosts Melissa and Drew conclude their series on the Rise Up Reset, focusing on the themes of spiritual confusion and pressure. They discuss common struggles many face in their faith journey, such as feeling spiritually dry despite a love for Jesus, and the importance of engaging in a genuine relationship with God rather than adhering to a chec...

SummaryIn this episode of the Rise Up Culture podcast, hosts Melissa and Drew dive into the concept of the 'all or nothing' mentality and its detrimental effects on personal transformation. They discuss how this mindset can lead to burnout and stress, particularly when individuals focus solely on one aspect of their health—be it physical, spiritual, or emotional—while neglecting the others...

SummaryIn this episode of The Rise Up Culture Podcast, hosts Melissa and Drew discuss the transformative practice of TSA: Thanksgiving, Surrender, and Acknowledgment. They explore how these practices can reset the soul, improve mental health, and deepen one's relationship with Christ. The conversation emphasizes the importance of gratitude, the challenges of surrender, and the power of acknowl...

SummaryIn this episode of the Rise Up Culture Podcast, hosts Melissa and Drew discuss the importance of resetting our lives amidst chaos. They introduce their new course, the Rise Up Reset, which focuses on integrating Christ-centered rhythms into daily routines. The conversation emphasizes the need to evaluate priorities, simplify life, and listen to our bodies' signals to prevent burnout. Th...

SummaryIn this conversation, we discuss the concepts of 'freedom from' and 'freedom to' in the context of spiritual growth and empowerment through Jesus. They emphasize the importance of understanding one's identity in Christ, likening it to a lion in a cage who doesn't realize its potential. The discussion also covers the effectiveness of freedom ministry in churches, high...

SummaryIn this conversation, Melissa East discusses the profound impact of Jesus in her life and the lives of others. She emphasizes that Jesus is not just a part of life but the entirety of it, fulfilling relational voids and empowering individuals to live out their purpose. The discussion includes personal stories of faith, the journey of understanding Jesus, and the transformative power of the...

SummaryIn this episode, Drew and Melissa, the co-founders of The Rise Up Culture, share their personal journeys of what “Rise Up” has meant in their own lives. They open up about how the phrase has looked completely different for each of them and why every person has a unique story of rising. This conversation invites you to reflect on your own journey and consider what God might be calling you to...