Messages of inspiration, truth, and revelation about culture, life, and a God who loves us - teaching the Kingdom of God! Our mission is to go out into all the world and raise up an army of young people through Jesus Christ that will fight against the immorality that is trying to plague the young people of this generation. Who are we?...We are the advocates of change! The Go Hard for Christ Youth Ministry, led by Pastor David and Niki Winston, is a part of Living Word Christian Center in Forest Park, IL - Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Winston. www.GoHardforChrist.com | Instagram.com/gohardforchrist | Facebook.com/GoHardforChrist | Twitter.com/GoHard4Christ
Episode 94: Who Me?
Speaker: Jamen Wallace
6/21/2024 • 34 minutes, 59 seconds
Episode 93: Deliverance: It's Time to Clean House
Speaker: Linda Howard
6/21/2024 • 56 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 92: Cast It Off
Speaker: Faith Fox
6/5/2024 • 17 minutes, 7 seconds
Episode 91: He Said, She Said, WE SAID
Speaker: Jackie Dye
5/28/2024 • 33 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 90: Steps to Healing
Speaker: Brittany Jones
5/21/2024 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
Episode 89: What's Under the Surface
Speaker: Kaneesha Thomas
5/14/2024 • 44 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode 88: Getting Rid of Past Hurts
Speaker: Walter Norman
5/7/2024 • 30 minutes, 23 seconds
Episode 87: Faith To Forgive
Forgiveness. We all want it but sometimes have difficulty extending it to others. It's our natural inclination to want retribution or repayment for a suffered offense or even just for the offender to acknowledge the wrong. That seems fair, doesn't it? However, walking out forgiveness isn't about what's fair; it's about doing what's right. And doing what's right always brings healing. Speaker: Wendy Norman
4/30/2024 • 29 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 86: Healing From Past Hurts
We've all experienced hurt at some point, and how we respond to those moments can profoundly affect our lives. Whether you're wrestling with wounds of your past or seeking to help others on their healing journey, this series offers hope, encouragement, and biblical guidance for experiencing true freedom!Speaker: Kyle Odom
4/26/2024 • 30 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 87: Best Friends or Nah?
Series: True FriendsSpeaker: Kaneesha ThomasMessage recorded July 16, 2023
7/30/2023 • 30 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 86: The Kingdom Rule: Loving Your Friends and Blessing Your Enemies
Series: True FriendsSpeaker: Pastor David WinstonMessage recorded July 9, 2023
7/30/2023 • 42 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 85: Laying the Foundation: A Friend to the End and Beyond
Series: True Friends Speaker: Linda HowardMessage recorded July 2, 2023
7/29/2023 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds
Episode 84: Tune In
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Justin JonesMessage recorded June 25, 2023
7/29/2023 • 21 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 83: Who Am I?
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Jacqueline DyeMessage recorded June 18, 2023
7/28/2023 • 16 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 82: Breaking Barriers
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Faith FoxMessage recorded June 11, 2023
7/28/2023 • 31 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 81: Praise
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Lucille BellMessage recorded May 28, 2023
7/27/2023 • 24 minutes, 47 seconds
Episode 80: The Great Commission
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Kaneesha ThomasMessage recorded May 21, 2023
7/27/2023 • 30 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 79: Authentic: Masterclass Session 4
In this special 4-part masterclass Pastor David shares insights from his new book on how to live with authenticity!AUTHENTIC: The Confidence to be Yourself, the Courage to Release Your Greatness is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Audible, and other retailers.Order your copy today at davidswinston.com/authentic
6/23/2023 • 27 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 78: Parent & Children Relationships
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Kyle OdomMessage recorded May 14, 2023
6/17/2023 • 30 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 77: Authentic: Masterclass Session 3
In this special 4-part masterclass Pastor David shares insights from his new book on how to live with authenticity!AUTHENTIC: The Confidence to be Yourself, the Courage to Release Your Greatness is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Audible, and other retailers.Order your copy today at davidswinston.com/authentic
6/16/2023 • 22 minutes, 43 seconds
Episode 76: Authentic: Masterclass Session 2
In this special 4-part masterclass Pastor David shares insights from his new book on how to live with authenticity!AUTHENTIC: The Confidence to be Yourself, the Courage to Release Your Greatness is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Audible, and other retailers.Order your copy today at davidswinston.com/authentic
6/2/2023 • 19 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 75: Authentic: Masterclass Session 1
In this special 4-part masterclass Pastor David shares insights from his new book on how to live with authenticity!"AUTHENTIC: The Confidence to be Yourself, the Courage to Release Your Greatness" is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Audible, and other retailers.Order your copy today at davidswinston.com/authentic
5/18/2023 • 24 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 74: Be Like a Tree
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Kyle OdomMessage recorded May 7, 2023
5/12/2023 • 28 minutes, 10 seconds
Episode 73: Pur-ish
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Shombri PittmanMessage recorded April 30, 2023
5/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 1 second
Episode 72: The Holy Trinity
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Jacqueline DyeMessage recorded April 23, 2023
5/12/2023 • 24 minutes, 59 seconds
Episode 71: Clean Slate
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Kaneesha ThomasMessage recorded April 16, 2023
5/11/2023 • 39 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 70: Operating in Your Ministry and Serving Others
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Maryah CarterMessage recorded on April 9, 2023
5/11/2023 • 20 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 69: Biblical Love & Romance
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipSpeaker: Thea FoxMessage recorded on April 2, 2023
5/11/2023 • 33 minutes, 10 seconds
Episode 68: Discipleship: Following to Take the Lead
Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on March 26, 2023
4/15/2023 • 33 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 67: What is Discipleship: Becoming a Disciple of Prayer
The essence of being a disciple of Jesus Christ is following the His example. Of the many things recorded during His earthly ministry, prayer was a priority and was at the heart of His fellowship with God. In this teaching, Walter Norman shares our responsibility as disciples of Christ and the key role that prayer should play in fulfilling that purpose. Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on March 19, 2023
4/14/2023 • 33 minutes
Episode 66: You are the Original Exclusive Drop
Can you think of a time when you or someone you know waited in line to buy an item that was rare or in high demand? It may have been a limited edition shoe, a specific clothing item, or a newly-released electronic device. Whatever it was, you'd likely agree that it carried a level of value. Yet, when it comes to how we see ourselves, we tend to focus on what's missing, causing us to devalue what we have. In this teaching, Pastor David helps understand that you too are rare and unique, possessing a set of God-given gifts that the world has never experienced until you arrived. You are the original exclusive drop! Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on March 12, 2023
4/13/2023 • 32 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 65: God Positioning Spirit: How to be Lead by the Spirit of God
For some, a road trip is an exciting opportunity to travel and visit places that are new and unfamiliar. You might have hopes of visiting sights or doing certain things along the journey, but this is only possible when you know where you're going. Today you can use a map or GPS to guide us from one place to the next, but what tool do you use when you need help navigating through the uncertainties of life? Listen as Justin Jones shares about how God has gifted every believer with not something, but rather someone to successfully guide through every season of life: The Holy Spirit.Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on March 5, 2023
3/31/2023 • 37 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode 64: God-Confidence
What do a person who thinks they know it all and a person that feels like they don't know very much have in common? Both could use a good share of some God-Confidence! Focusing too much on your own ability can either lead you to exclude God from situations or avoid them altogether.In this teaching, Faith Fox talks about how confidence in God gives us access to His ability in order to do what we could never do by depending on our own skills and abilities.Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on February 26, 2023
3/25/2023 • 32 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 63: Loving Others & Brotherly Love
What do you think it is that God wants you to do the most?Pray everyday?..Live a life absent of sin?.. Or maybe, share the gospel of Jesus Christ with your entire school?..All of these things are great and are worth striving after, but they are only watered-down actions without the key ingredient: LOVE. Love should motivate everything we do because it is the essence of who God is.In this teaching, Nigel Pinson explains how love is at the heart of God and that the main way that we show our love for Him is by loving others.Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on February 19, 2023
3/24/2023 • 30 minutes, 8 seconds
Episode 62: Being Uncomfortable
It's easy to stay in our comfort zones and avoid things that might make us uneasy or unsure. The truth is, stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing discomfort is often the means to becoming all that God desires you to be. In this message, EJ Robinson shares his own story about dealing with the pressure of being comfortable, and how God uses our discomfort to bring out the best in us!Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on February 12, 2023
3/23/2023 • 30 minutes, 24 seconds
Episode 61: The Heart of a Disciple
When you look in a mirror, you see a reflection of what's already there. No image appears until something is present in front of it. The same can be said about life being a mirror - many of the things you see and experience are simply a reflection of what is already present. Present where? In your heart. In this teaching, Kyle Odom explores the function of the heart and the role that it plays in orchestrating our experiences and ultimately, our lives.Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on February 5, 2023
3/17/2023 • 35 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 60: It's Just Prayer
"Praying is hard for me. When I try, I don't know what to say." These words often leave many feeling like they just aren't doing this prayer thing right... Well, there is good news! Prayer doesn't have to be complicated and you can leave your prayer time without any questions about whether or not it was "good enough." In this teaching, Jackie Dye shares how prayer simply begins as a conversation with God.Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on January 29, 2023
3/15/2023 • 24 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 59: How to Read the Bible
We're starting a new series called Growing in Discipleship and we'll be sharing on topics that are meant to help in your development as a follower of Jesus!Do you follow anyone famous on social media and you feel like you know them personally because a lot of their posts show up in your feed? It's as if their account has become the gateway that makes you feel more connected to that person. In a similar way, God has provided us with a gateway to knowing and feeling more connected Him - the Bible. In this episode, Pastor David shares insights and tips on how to read the Bible that will not only help you understand what you read, but also connect with God in a practical and meaningful way!Series: Growing in DiscipleshipMessage recorded on January 22, 2023
3/14/2023 • 35 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 58: You Got the Secret Sauce: The Power of the Holy Spirit
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Kaneesha Thomas
3/8/2023 • 30 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 57: Guest Speaker: Lindsey Messina
Message Series: Christianity 101
2/13/2023 • 42 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode 56: Overcoming Guilt and Shame
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Faith Fox
2/11/2023 • 31 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 55: The Kingdom Purpose for Marriage
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Nigel and Latoya Pinson
2/9/2023 • 36 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 54: Christian Dating
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Justin and Brittany Jones
2/7/2023 • 37 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode 53: Service Over Status
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Pastor David Winston
1/6/2023 • 35 minutes, 24 seconds
Episode 52: Benefits of Being a Christian
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Tabitha Marion
1/5/2023 • 24 minutes, 8 seconds
Episode 51: Patience
Message Series: Christianity 101 Taught by Justin Jones
11/15/2022 • 28 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode 50: The Power of Identity in Christ
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Kyle Odom
10/22/2022 • 27 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 49: From Cancel Culture to Grace Culture
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Shombri Pittman
10/20/2022 • 25 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 48: Spiritual Self-Defense
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Faith Fox
10/19/2022 • 29 minutes, 41 seconds
Episode 47: Grace to Forgive
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Min. Thea Fox
10/15/2022 • 30 minutes, 47 seconds
Episode 46: How to Read the Bible
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Samantha Okikiade
10/14/2022 • 23 minutes, 10 seconds
Episode 45: I Give the Bag
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Justin Jones
10/13/2022 • 26 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 44: Tag Team
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Kaneesha Thomas
10/12/2022 • 35 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 43: Living Your Life God's Way: God's Original Intent
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Walter Norman
10/11/2022 • 33 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 42: Who and What Will You Follow?
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by EJ Robinson
10/10/2022 • 22 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 41: What is Faith?
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Pastor David Winston
10/8/2022 • 39 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode 40: Jesus and the Resurrection
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Jamen Wallace
10/7/2022 • 37 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode 39: Trusting in the Lord
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Min. Linda Howard
10/6/2022 • 44 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 38: Love: An Intentional Sacrifice
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Maryah Carter
8/2/2022 • 22 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 37: What it Means to be a Christian
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by LaToya Towns
8/1/2022 • 19 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 36: The Power of Believing
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Kyle Odom
7/31/2022 • 22 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 35: Who is Jesus?
Message Series: Christianity 101Taught by Jackie Dye
7/30/2022 • 22 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 34: Loving Your Family
Message Series: LoveTaught by Jamen Wallace
7/30/2022 • 24 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 33: What are You Wearing?
Message Series: LoveTaught by Pastor David Winston
7/29/2022 • 28 minutes, 56 seconds
Episode 32: Our Love for God
Message Series: LoveTaught by Raphael Carrión
7/29/2022 • 22 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 31: God's Love for Us
Message Series: LoveTaught by Rachel Carrión
7/28/2022 • 25 minutes, 43 seconds
Episode 30: Created to be a Worshipper
Taught by Walter Norman
7/25/2022 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode 29: The Benefits of Worship & Praise
Taught by Jarele Bonds
7/23/2022 • 28 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 28: What Do You Worship?
Taught by Pastor David Winston
7/13/2022 • 28 minutes, 59 seconds
Episode 27: The Passion of Christ
Taught by Jackie Dye
7/11/2022 • 19 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 26: A Fresh View of the New You
Taught by Linda Howard
7/9/2022 • 21 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode 25: Chains Broken
Have you ever wanted to move forward in life but it feels like things that you've experienced disqualify you? Whether it was your fault or not, God's plan for you is so much bigger than your past and He has wiped the slate clean so that you can step into His best. But you can't get there until you choose to shift your attention from what's behind you to what's ahead.Taught by Kaneesha Thomas
3/31/2022 • 26 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 24: The Importance of Between
All great stories have a beginning and an ending, but it is what's in between that gives the story substance. We all aspire to reach our God-given destinies, but sometimes we discount the necessity the of the process that prepares us for what's next. Even though it might not be glamorous, what happens between is getting you ready for your next season.Taught by Justin Jones
3/31/2022 • 19 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 23: Finding Purpose in the Midst of Pain
In our new series, A Fresh Start, we're talking about topics surrounding God moving you into new seasons of life! New seasons often bring about uncertainty which can be difficult, sometimes even painful. But with God, there's purpose to be discovered in these situations and that purpose is always bigger than discomfort you might feel.Taught by Pastor David Winston
3/14/2022 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 22: Making God Your #1 Priority
To be successful at anything, it requires some planning. In creating the plan, you'll need to decide what's going to help you, what to avoid, and what's most important for getting you to your goal. All true success begins with putting God at the top of your list because He knows exactly how to tailor the plan to get desired results!Taught by Walter Norman
3/14/2022 • 54 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 21: God's Priority
Priorities are not just about deciding what's important, but they're also about the actions that we take which show that they're important. Have you ever thought about what God's top priority is? What's the thing that so significant to Him that His every action communicates its importance? Listen and find out! Taught by Rachel Carrion
2/26/2022 • 31 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode 20: Let's Get Healthy
The physical body is one of the most extraordinary things to exist in all of creation! Like anything else, our bodies require certain things that assist it in functioning in the way that God intended it. Good health is a gift from God, but maintaining that health is part of our responsibility. Learning to make healthy choices will lead to a healthy body and a more enjoyable life!Taught by Pastor David Winston
2/26/2022 • 58 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode 19: The Money Illusion
In our series on priorities, we're learning about the giving our attention to the things God believes are important for our lives. In today's world, it's difficult to escape the daily need for money. As a result, many attached great importance to it due to its ability to affect the quality of our lives. But if you're not mindful, the confidence that should placed in God can end up being in something that ultimately turns out to be unreliable.Taught by Justin Jones
2/26/2022 • 32 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 18: The Future is Now
It doesn't matter where you are in life, there's always a lesson that can be learned and what you learn can be applied in order to help you in the future. Everyday you're faced with a series of decisions, each of them building upon one another to create the framework of your life. In essence, the outcome of your tomorrow is based by how you choose to live today. Your future is now.Taught by Kaneesha Thomas
1/31/2022 • 55 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode 17: Paid in Full
We live in a culture of immediate results. You can get the things you want, when you want them, and at price that's often a bargain. Unfortunately, carrying that mentality over into the realm of your dreams and goals doesn't work so well. Your life's vision also comes at a cost, and the currency needed to have it can be described in one word: Discipline.Taught by Justin Jones
1/26/2022 • 37 minutes, 48 seconds
Episode 16: Holy Spirit Our Helper
You're probably used regularly talking to or spending time with the people that you have relationships with. When you need help in life, you might look to these very same individuals for help but would probably be less inclined to ask someone that you don't know very well, right? God has given you access to Holy Spirit who is the there to be your helper and so much more! However, access to His divine help comes through developing a relationship with him.Taught by Pastor David Winston
1/15/2022 • 56 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 15: The Truth About Christmas
Santa Claus... Christmas trees... Three wise men... Jesus' Birthday...These are just a few things that come to mind and show up on Christmas decorations every holiday season, but have you ever stopped to think about where they came from or their significance? In this teaching, you'll be surprised to learn about the origin of Christmas and some of the things that you thought were true, just aren't so!Taught by Pastor David Winston
12/22/2021 • 46 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 14: The Secret is in the Soul
Are you consistently frustrated by problems in a certain area of your life? Does it feel like no matter how hard you try, you can never really seem to get ahead? It's not because you're not smart enough and it's definitely not because you don't have what it takes.There's a little secret that is sure to bring you to your place of success, and it's in the soul. Taught by Raphael and Rachel Carrión
12/21/2021 • 45 minutes, 43 seconds
Episode 13: Fix Your Focus
As the saying goes, "What you focus on grows", so it's your best interest to set your sights on things that are good. Everyone experiences challenges and it's often our natural reflex to concentrate on the problem that's in front of us. In these moments, it's important to remember that your power to choose your focus is what makes the difference between being you controlled by things that happen to you as opposed to you being the reason that things change for the better.Taught by Justin Jones
12/21/2021 • 30 minutes, 8 seconds
Episode 12: The Antidote for Your Attitude
It's easy to be thankful when something good happens to you, but what if you decided to be thankful for everything? In life, things won't always be the way you want, yet God's desire is for you to be being grateful in spite of the circumstances. Gratitude is a means to adjusting your attitude so that you can remain mindful of the good that's ahead.Taught by Pastor David Winston
11/12/2021 • 51 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 11: God's Plan
You can't control the cards that life deals, but how you respond is within your power. Circumstances may try set boundaries or write the headlines for your life, but God is the Author of your story and has already written it for your good! Your response to life's challenges is to agree with the truth of what He's already written.Taught By Valonda Richardson-Gill
11/5/2021 • 34 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 10: ID Required
Have you thought about how many things you need a valid form of ID to do - open a bank account, catch a flight, etc.? With it, you get the benefit of enjoying certain privileges but without it... Well, you don't. Access to your destiny requires proper clearance that can only come by knowledge of your God-given identity. Your identity is your passport to destiny.Taught by Justin Jones
10/21/2021 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds
Episode 9: Burning Glory
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you were forced take a stand for what you believed was right? If you have, it often seems like the heat gets turned up in order to get you to change, or else suffer unwanted consequences. But when you walk in obedience to God, the same things used to intimidate you end up turning your test into a testimony! Taught by Jamen Wallace
10/14/2021 • 41 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 8: Get Wisdom
Life is full of opportunities to make decisions, both good and not so good. Your ability to make good decisions often hinges on the presence of wisdom. Wisdom was created by God to facilitate His will being done on earth and you have access to this exact same wisdom! In this episode, you will learn the foundation of godly wisdom and how to access it in your life!Taught by Pastor David Winston
10/8/2021 • 44 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode 7: Level Up: Going Higher in Christ
Just as certain tools are needed to compete a task, there are things that are necessary for you to accomplish God's plan and purpose for your life. Listen to these time-tested principles that are designed to take you to the next level in your walk with Christ!Taught by Walter Norman
9/30/2021 • 42 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 6: Finding Your Fit (from ORU Chapel)
In this teaching, Pastor David has the opportunity to share encouraging words with students at his alma mater, Oral Roberts University.Life can seem like a puzzle and often the struggle is to find the right placement for your piece. Listen to these lessons on finding God's unique fit for your life and discovering your potential!Recorded at Oral Roberts University on September 10, 2021
9/28/2021 • 29 minutes, 2 seconds
Episode 5: The Opportunity of Influence
To be influential is the desire for many in today's culture, but what most don't realize is that they are influencing others without even knowing it. Opportunities of influence are presented to each us constantly, especially when it comes to sharing Jesus. What if your opportunity doesn't appear the way you imagined?Taught by Pastor David Winston
9/10/2021 • 55 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode 4: Reboot Pt. 2
The only thing standing between you and the life that God has for you is the thoughts that you choose to think. Sometimes thinking the right thought can be difficult because you're convinced that it isn't true, but God's word can be used to demolish any limiting belief! In part two of Reboot, Pastor David shares strategies on renewing the mind and how to you can change any behavior through transforming your thinking.
7/5/2021 • 1 hour, 19 seconds
Episode 3: Reboot Pt. 1
There's no overstating the importance of your thinking! The way you experience life is a direct result of how you think. In this teaching, Pastor David talks about the effect that your thoughts have on your brain and how they eventually lead to your decisions and shape the course of your life.
6/2/2021 • 49 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 2: Seek God
Can you find something you aren't looking for or recognize someone that you haven’t met? Well, this is the approach that many people take in trying to identify God. The best way to know, recognize, and understand God is by seeking Him. Listen as Samantha Okikiade shares how to meet and connect with God!
6/2/2021 • 57 minutes, 23 seconds
Episode 1: Backup Always Shows Up
Popular logic is that God is good because He keeps us from battles. The reality is that God is good because He will leads you INTO battles that He intends to fight FOR you. Your opposition will try to produce fear but if step up, backup will always show up! (Taught by Pastor David)
6/2/2021 • 48 minutes, 3 seconds
Becoming an Elite Decision Maker
Some say the that experience is the best teacher, but in reality the Holy Spirit is the best teacher! To be an elite decision maker you must allow the Holy Spirit to influence your thoughts with God’s wisdom. In this episode, Pastor David shares how to access the wisdom of God whenever you don’t know what to do!
5/4/2021 • 49 minutes, 22 seconds
Faith Talk
Trust is an essential element to faith, so follows that faith in God requires that you trust Him. In this episode, Pastor David and Walter Norman unpack the topic of faith and the role that it plays in God’s purpose and His participation in your life.
5/4/2021 • 54 minutes, 4 seconds
The Basics of Faith
Everyday we exercise some level of faith without even knowing it. Faith is believing that God is who He says He is, He’s going to do what He said he would do, and He’s going to do it for you! Listen as Pastor David teaches on where to get faith and how to make it work for you!
5/4/2021 • 36 minutes, 48 seconds
Are You Building Sandcastles?
All sandcastles have one thing in common: They are all temporary. The quality of your life depends on what you decide to build it on. In this episode, Pastor David teaches the importance of building your life on the truth of God's Word and not opinions, which can be washed away.
5/4/2021 • 35 minutes, 35 seconds
Making HER-Story
In conclusion to Women's History Month, Shombri (@thepittsquad) takes some time to chat with a few women are making history of their own! Listen to their testimonies and encouraging stories of how challenges gave birth to blazing trails to a better tomorrow!
4/16/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 54 seconds
Women in Today's World
In this episode, Shombri Pittman of The Pitt Squad (@thepittsquad) talks on what God's Word has to say about women. She identifies several stereotypes that society place on women and explains how God has called women to excel and play a significant role in culture!
3/30/2021 • 31 minutes, 24 seconds
Ladies & Leadership
Listen in on this insightful conversation between Niki Winston and sisters, Janah and Kaytlin Richardson! They discuss ideas around godly leadership and necessary qualities of great leaders.
3/25/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 6 seconds
Godly Girls
March is Women's History Month and this month we celebrate and honor some amazing women and young ladies on the podcast! In this episode, Niki Winston and Rachel Johnson talk about what it means to be a Godly Girl! Today's culture tries to paint a picture of what a woman should be like, but the Word of God is the true blueprint that will stand the test of time.
3/25/2021 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 9 seconds
The Armor of God Pt.6
In this final installment of the Armor of God series, Pastor David teaches on the power of your spoken words when they originate from God's word! THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT is your ultimate weapon against every negative circumstance in life!
3/5/2021 • 55 minutes, 57 seconds
Ep 3: Tips for Your Goals
A new year usually means new goals and a chance for some positive change! Setting goals is one thing, but the process of seeing them through can be a bit more challenging. Check out this episode for some simple tips that can help you on your journey to success!
3/2/2021 • 16 minutes, 7 seconds
The Armor of God Pt.5
The mind is a battlefield and the devil is looking for any opportunity to present his deception. Unchecked thoughts are often the gateway used to create the mental prisons that keep us captive. This week, Pastor David talks about THE HELMET OF SALVATION and how to keep our thoughts in line with God’s word!
3/1/2021 • 51 minutes, 55 seconds
The Armor of God Pt.4
God’s plan for your life can often seem overwhelming because it's so big, but He has already given you the perfect amount of faith to accomplish it! Listen as Pastor David teaches on how to use THE SHEILD OF FAITH and keep it prepared for the attacks of the enemy!
3/1/2021 • 58 minutes, 23 seconds
The Armor of God Pt.3
It can be hard to number all of the things that are after your peace. However, you can't wait for your problems to end to have peace. In this episode Pastor David talks about how to put on THE SHOES OF PEACE!
2/15/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 24 seconds
What is Spiritual Warfare?
In this episode, Kaneesha and Justin discuss the concept of spiritual warfare. What does it really mean? What does it look like? Listen in to find out more!
2/15/2021 • 47 minutes, 9 seconds
The Armor of God Pt.2
Condemnation is a tactic that the enemy uses to leave you open to his attack. The key to stopping his assault and walking confidently is to know that you have God's nature. In this episode, Pastor David shows us how to put on THE BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS!
1/28/2021 • 58 minutes, 36 seconds
The Armor of God Pt.1
Fighting spiritual battles requires the use of spiritual weapons to obtain victory. In part 1 of this series, Pastor David talks about the piece of spiritual armor that is essential to holding the rest of the armor together: THE BELT OF TRUTH.
1/28/2021 • 43 minutes, 18 seconds
Trash Friends & Good Friends
In this episode, our special guest (KB) unpacks the topic of friendships in candid and insightful conversation. Learn not only what it means to be a good or trash friend, but also how to define your friendships, deal with jealousy, and so much more!
12/21/2020 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 29 seconds
What is Worship?
To do anything correctly, you have to start with the fundamentals. The same is true when it comes to our worship. In this message, Niki Winston teaches on the foundation of worship and the different ways that it can be expressed towards God.
11/13/2020 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 9 seconds
Where is Your Worship Going?
Worship isn't just something that you do while you're at a church service, it's an activity that actually finds its greatest expression when you're not there. Listen as Pastor David explains importance of our worship and the consequences of where it's placed.
11/13/2020 • 47 minutes, 22 seconds
Ep 2: What Are You Building On?
Our values are the foundation of our lives and most of the problems we see today are the absence of good and solid values. In this episode, Justin discusses the importance of identifying the source of our values and the effect that it has on us.
10/22/2020 • 19 minutes, 57 seconds
Put Some Respect On My Name
To fear the Lord doesn't mean to be scared of God or think that He's ready to punish you. It's about having a reverential respect for Him that guides everything you do. This week, Pastor David explains how we must refuse to let ourselves treat God as common and let our respect for Him set the standard for our lives!
10/11/2020 • 48 minutes, 25 seconds
Don't Make Deception Your Perception
In this episode, Pastor David speaks on how the enemy uses deception to manipulate people into hate, fear, greed, and selfishness. But the truth of the Word of God helps us to stay woke!
10/6/2020 • 47 minutes, 2 seconds
Ep. 1: It's Not Just Talent
Welcome to Take It From The Top, a brand new segment of the Go Hard for Christ Podcast! In this first episode, Justin Jones talks about how gifts and talents and the necessity of God's ability behind them produce the extraordinary results that only He can.
9/4/2020 • 14 minutes, 57 seconds
The Kingdom Should Influence Culture
There is no shortage of opinions, suggestions, and methods for how we should go about living our lives. Some of these seem like good ideas, but who wants to do all of that guesswork? In this teaching, Pastor David explains how the Kingdom of God is God's way of doing things and is the operating system for mankind to rule and manage the earth!
9/3/2020 • 59 minutes, 19 seconds
Obedience or Nah?
We all know that obedience is important but isn't always easy... We're faced with tough decisions where the temptation is to make a choice that causes some kind of trouble or harm. But what if that same temptation was something that God used to make you stronger? Listen as Pastor David talks about how God uses your obedience to bring you to the place of His ultimate good for you life!
9/3/2020 • 53 minutes, 37 seconds
The Power of Words and Thoughts
This episode, Pastor David and Kaneesha Thomas dialogue on the importance of our words and thoughts. It's easy to believe that what we think or say doesn't make much of a difference in what happens in our lives, but it is the ultimate difference maker! Listen in on how to win in this area of life!
5/21/2020 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds
Defending the Gospel
In this conversation between Pastor David and Pastor Alex McElory, a leading voice in apologetics, we're encouraged in how to effectively defend the faith and express why we believe what we believe! If you've ever been challenged because of your belief in the Gospel, you'll want to take a listen!
5/21/2020 • 56 minutes, 49 seconds
Faith Never Fears
Everywhere we look, it seems as if we're being bombarded with news reports that make the outlook on life appear bleak... Listen as Pastor David Winston speaks on the necessity of managing the source of your information so that function in faith and not fear.
5/8/2020 • 44 minutes, 19 seconds
Purpose: A Life Worth Living
Did you know that you aren't authorized to exist in the earth without a purpose? Listen as Pastor David speaks about God's commitment to your success and His desire for you to fulfill your life's greatest potential!