Church and Stuff
Weekly messages from our Sunday message as well as organic and unedited episodes discussing everything church related from the why's to the how to's and the stuff of life and all that comes a long with it. We hope to provide both spiritual and practical insight that will lead you to Victory in every area of your life. Church and Stuff is a podcast of Victorious Living Church.
Episodes
129 episodes
Season of Hope: The Light Has Come
In this message Pastor Brent Powell explored how God broke through 400 years of prophetic silence to reveal His light to the world through Jesus Christ. Just as the shepherds experienced heaven's glory on an ordinary night while doing ordinary ...
•
43:34
The Promise of Hope
This week's sermon took us back to the very beginning of creation to understand God's eternal promise of hope. We explored how darkness entered the world through Adam and Eve's fall in Genesis 3, and how God immediately spoke a promise of light...
•
54:38
Thankful For The God Who Vindicates His Children
The message explored the biblical principle of divine vindication—how God Himself clears the names of His people, restores honor to those who have been dishonored, and rights the wrongs committed against the righteous. Drawing from 1 Thessaloni...
•
46:31
The Power of Thankfulness
In this message Bishop Ed Akers shares the power that Thankfulness has in our lives. When we look at Psalm 100 we see the power that comes from changing our perspective and focusing on all that God has done. Kill the thieves of thankfulness in ...
•
46:54
The Thief of Offense: When Wounds Become Walls
The message explored how offense is gratitude's silent killer and one of the enemy's most effective weapons against believers. We examined how offense disguises itself as justified anger or righteous indignation, but actually builds a prison of...
•
49:07
The Thief of Comparison
In the message Pastor Brent explored how comparison steals our joy and blinds us to God's goodness in our own lives. We examined how the thief of comparison transforms gratitude into grumbling, causing us to measure our blessings against others...
•
46:00
Thieves of Thankfulness: The Thief of Unmet Expectations
In this message we explored how unmet expectations can steal our joy and create distance between us and God. When life doesn't unfold the way we hoped—when prayers seem unanswered, when timing doesn't align with our plans, when God's "how" diff...
•
29:10
New Heaven, New Earth, and the Eternal Kingdom
The sermon explored the glorious future that awaits believers beyond the tribulation—the millennial kingdom and the new heaven and new earth where God will dwell with His people forever. This isn't about floating on clouds as baby angels; it's ...
•
42:38
The Coming of The Lord
This podcast episode explores the second coming of Jesus Christ, emphasizing it as a source of hope and comfort for believers rather than fear. Bishop Ed Akers highlighted the promise of Christ's return, the rapture of the church, and the event...
•
48:38
The Tribulation, The Restrainer, and The Sovereignty of God
In this powerful message, we're reminded of the importance of being prepared for Christ's return. The central theme revolves around the concept of the tribulation and the rapture, drawing primarily from Matthew 24 and 1 Thessalonians 4. We're c...
•
45:36
Prophetic Signs of the Times
Pastor Brent Powell delivered a stirring sermon on Matthew 24, exploring the signs of the end times and our role as Christians in these challenging days. The sermon emphasized the importance of staying vigilant, nurturing our faith, and activel...
•
47:10
Faith over Fear
This week's sermon with Bishop Ed Akers explored the pervasive issue of fear in our lives and how we can overcome it through faith in God. Pastor emphasized that fear is often the greatest enemy we face, more so than sin itself. He highlighted ...
•
44:28
Inside Out: Living by the Spirit
The sermon explored the critical importance of fully embracing the Holy Spirit in our lives as believers. Pastor Brent emphasized that it's not enough to simply know about Jesus; we must also be filled with and led by the Holy Spirit to truly l...
•
39:10
Loving Beyond the Flesh
With the tragic events that seem to be going on every where in our world from schools, buses, college campuses, and more. What is the response of the Christian? We must learn to love beyond the flesh.Luke 6:32 says, "If you love those wh...
•
19:33
Truth That Transforms: Beliefs, Emotions, and Hope in Tragedy
In this message Pastor Brent Powell explored the critical transition from mere belief to active faith, especially in light of recent tragic events. We discussed how our emotions and beliefs can sometimes hinder our faith, and the importance of ...
•
45:15
Not all who believe live in faith
In this message Pastor Brent Powell shares the importance of people moving past simply believing into the realm of faith. Belief is the starting point but must not be where we stop in our pursuit of Christ. James 2:19 tells us, "You believe tha...
•
42:17
Step or Stumble?
In this week's Podcast Pastor Brent challenges us to examine whether we are stumbling blocks or stepping stones in our Christian walk. Pastor explored Romans 14:13 and other scriptures, emphasizing how our words, actions, and attitudes impact o...
•
57:56
Carry The Burden
In this powerful message by Bishop Ed Akers, we're challenged to examine the burdens we carry in our lives. The central theme revolves around Jesus' words in Matthew 11:29-30, where He invites us to take His yoke upon us. We're reminded that wh...
•
30:23
Carried by Community
In this powerful podcast, we're challenged to embrace our role as 'mat carriers' in the Kingdom of God. Drawing from the story of the paralytic man in Mark 2, we're reminded that sometimes our faith can be the bridge to someone else's miracle. ...
•
52:09
ROOTED IN COMMUNITY
This message explored the critical importance of community in the Christian life, emphasizing our interconnectedness as the body of Christ. Pastor Brent challenged us to reject individualism and embrace our unique roles within the church. He re...
•
52:45
Renew the Joy of Your Salvation
In this heartfelt episode of "Church and Stuff," Pastor Brent delves into the profound message of Psalms 51:12, exploring the theme of finding joy in salvation. Through personal reflections and biblical insights, he addresses the struggles many...
•
21:21
Great Expectations
In the heart of this message, we explore the transformative power of God's word and presence, emphasizing the need for personal encounters with Him. Through the journey of Hannah, we witness the depth of desperation and sincere prayer as she se...
•
59:04
Legacy Building Forward
The message we celebrated 29 years of Victorious Living Church and explored the concept of legacy, while also challenging us to press forward in our faith. Bishop Ed shared touching stories of God's faithfulness throughout the years, and Pastor...
•
48:06