Fearless La Podcast

Have you ever experienced a time where nothing in life seemed to be going right? When you had a pile of problems and no foreseeable solution? When the walls felt as if they were caving in and anxiety and fear were knocking on your door? In this weeks sermon, our lead Pastor, Jeremy Johnson dives deeper into one of our core values, “Worship Is Our Weapon”.   Just as Paul and Silas worshiped in prison, so must we worship in the midnights of our lives. When you can worship in the midst of a terrible situation, freedom is yours. Giving God praise for the victory already won stirs the spirit and calls on the strength of the Lord. Not only does our worship break us free but helps set others around us free. Who are the people around you that may need freedom? Is it a family member or a co-worker? As you listen to this week's podcast we hope that this message blesses you and encourages you to use worship as a weapon in the midst of life’s situations. Acts 16:16-39 

In this week's sermon, Pastor Jeremy Johnson shares on the meaning and purpose of wisdom. What is it? How do we get it? How do we live it out? How does it impact our decisions?   Humbling yourself before the Lord is the beginning of growing wiser. God takes untrained, unschooled, ordinary men and women, fills them with wisdom and brings them before kings. Wisdom is given within, each person gaining more of it as they walk with God, it's knowledge lived out, one decision at a time. God wants to increase our wisdom to be so influential that we impact nations reminding them of the love of God. Go obediently into your daily life, putting God first,  exchange your distrust for trust and walk out the wisdom given unto you.   It is not about gaining more knowledge for the sake of having knowledge. We need to live out the knowledge that we have. New wisdom is walking in old knowledge.   We were placed by God, strategically in this moment of time, for such a time as this. He wants us to use our faith to live an impact

This week of Pastor Jeremy’s “Adulting” series focuses on an important part of our walk with God, the in between. The journey, the road still being traveled on as we move through the seasons of life. But just as the Roman official came to a moment in his life where he humbled himself before God to ask for healing for his son and went on his way taking God at his word that his son was healed. So must we, remain vigilant in trusting the word God gave us about our own lives. What happens when we’re in the midnight section of the in between?  When that word is hard to hold strong too? Or when the voices in your head make you question what you once heard so clearly? It is here that God searches your heart for rocks, things that may be blocking the seeds He wants to plant in the good soil of your heart. Listen in on how to find God’s strength in the in between and know that God will bring what HE said to pass, especially in the seventh hour.

On this week's podcast, Pastor Christy Johnson, Mother of the House, dives deeper on this sermon series “Adulting”. 1 Corinthians 13:11 ESV says “When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways.” This week, we got to dissect the truth on childlike speech. Through this podcast, we find out that childlike speech not only effects others but can effect yourself and how you speak to yourself. Have you ever had childlike speech with yourself? Or even others? “Crucify your complaints and guard your gratitude.” Sometimes, our complaints overshadow the blessings that we have been praying for. To combat it, guard your gratitude and allow yourself to have a perspective shift. In this life-giving message, we hope this matures your speaking and aids you along the path of adult speaking and maturity in the kingdom.

  Have you ever felt like God seemed distant? Have you ever felt like He doesn’t hear you? Or maybe you felt like He was asleep when you were in a crisis? In this message, Ps. Jeremy Johnson, Lead Pastor of Fearless LA, unpacks the idea that even in the midst of the greatest storm, God is with you and has never left. The disciples learned this lesson when they went out to sea in the midst of a storm while Jesus rested on the boat. We sometimes forget that Jesus is still with us because the storms of life are crashing into our boat, causing it to flood. But Jesus is still there. He may be silent, but He is never absent.   You may be going through a storm and think you are going to sink. But, fear not! Jesus is there with you, and if He is so calm that He can sleep through a storm, why should you fear? Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 13:11 (ASV) Mark 4:35-41 (NLT) Matthew 8:23-27 (NLT)

Ever made a decision based on how you felt? In this week's latest addition to the Adulting series, “In my Feelings”, Pastor Jeremy Johnson preaches on the connection between our emotions, the flesh and the spirit within.     God doesn’t just bring the dead to life, when you receive Jesus, his spirit then lives within you in exchange for your sin. But no life grows without challenges and in those pits it’s easy to let our emotions take over. Emotions are inherently fickle, changing from one moment to the next. If we wait till we “feel” like following Jesus, how might we be delaying the God call on our lives? Why make life changing decisions based on fickle feelings? God is with you always! Inside the body lies the spirit, a direct connection to God at all times. Getting into relationship with Jesus allows this spirit to mature and become in control of our emotions. Our decision to trust in Gods truth through the living word give us guidance through our spirit to live out our purpose. Develop a relationship wit

Growing up in our physical body is tough; we out grow our clothes, we out grow our beds and at the same time we might assume that our spirit grows with that. But just as a child has to eat the food off their parent’s plates before they can prepare their own, we also need to feed our spirit in growing in relationship with God. Feeding that hunger in the spirit as you go through the growth spurts along the way.    In this second sermon of the series, Pastor Jeremy walks us through the "growing pains" of maturing in our spirit and shares how adulthood isn't a result of time but is rather a decision to mature in our spirit. When we were children, we thought like children and it was right for that season. But, as you grow you must shed childish things and let God show you what it means to ADULT in your speech, feelings and thoughts. What could be possible for you and I if we found ourselves more and more in the presence of God? What could we learn and change in our life if we sought first the kingdom and acted wit

What comes to mind when you think of the word “adult?” Taxes? Children? Doctor’s appointments? Buying a house or a car? These are all things that we pair with becoming an adult in society. But, as we all know, God sees things differently. He has a different idea for how to “adult” in life, and Pastor Jeremy Johnson, Lead Pastor of Fearless LA, begins to break down this thought in a brand new series, named “Adulting.”   In the first sermon of this new series, Pastor Jeremy breaks down what it means to “adult” in the Kingdom of God. Paul talks about how we must put away childish things as we grow and mature in Christ, beginning with our thoughts. Our minds are childish and immature by nature, and some people unfortunately never grow out of this way of thinking. But when we renew our mind daily, intaking what God has in store for us through His Word, our perspectives change and our thoughts become mature. This gives us the first steps we need to live an adult, Christian life.   Scripture References: 1 Corinthian

This Sunday, we had our very own Pastor Jeremy Johnson preach another fantastic message as part of our Royal series at Fearless LA! Everyone of us has missed the mark at some point or another. Thankfully, Christ's crucifixion gives us the redemption we long for. We no longer live for us, but it is Christ who resides within each one of us. There's a reason why the early followers of Jesus were called Christians (Little Christs). We are no longer just living for God under the law, but AS christ.   As a result, our thinking has to be transformed. We are SURROUNDED by God's presence. A presence that cannot be compared to the earthly things around us - which provide a false identity. Earthly happiness is fleeting, but JOY through Christ is immeasurable.   We often can become scared of showing people the real us. The fear, shame, and guilt that we tend to suppress. Jesus took these things to the cross but WE have to mentally train ourselves to remember this: We are no more sinners; we are saints.   Indeed it can hu

In this week's powerful message, Pastor Jeremy Johnson continues our series ROYAL. We must have our minds right before anything! Your mind determines the direction of your life, what you think about yourself matters. We have to believe before we can have the confidence to walk into our destiny. If you think you can, you’re right. If you think you can’t, you’re right. God does open doors. God also closes doors. Sometimes we can mix those up. We walk through open doors thinking it was God. We stop knocking at closed doors because we feel defeated, thinking it's an attack of the enemy. Be encouraged today knowing that He renews our minds and His mercies! This key will help us to unlock the doors that have been waiting for us to unlock them through His royal authority.   Scripture References: Acts 12:1-24 (NIV) Proverbs 23:7 (NIV) Ephesians 3:20-21 (NKJV)

Every story has one thing in common: an author was involved in the writing process. Each book ever written was created by an author who simply had a story to tell. This is precisely how God treats us with our individual lives. God has amazing storylines and characters in mind for your life today, but how often is it that we try to take the pen away from Him? In our anxiety and fear, we hijack the writing process, thinking that we can write a better story then He can. In this special sermon, David Turner, Youth Pastor of Fearless LA, tackles this subject along with the idea that God is the ultimate authority in our lives. Because of this, God puts people in our lives as authorities to teach us how to serve under them. This allows us to humble ourselves and, in turn, be raised to a position of authority in our own right. Scripture References: Matthew 28:18-20 Matthew 5:14-16 Proverbs 23:7 2 Corinthians 10:5 Psalms 115:16

On this week’s podcast, we continue our series on Royalty. Our wonderful Children's Pastor, Dalisha Munton, shares a powerful message on the incredible authority and power we now have access; because we are royal.   Through the sacrifice of the cross, Jesus gave us a new bloodline and royal identity. The old habits, mindsets, and behaviors passed down by ancestors can be replaced through Jesus perfect, healthy lineage. We no longer have to  live in sin, bound by comparison, complacency or compromise. Instead we have the opportunity to live a truly royal life which displays confidence, humility and honor.   This new royal life is anchored by confidence in Jesus; not by circumstances, possessions or our abilities. It cannot be shaken. It allows us to walk in humility instead of insecurity. We get to celebrate our gifts while recognizing whom our strength comes from, God.   Royals create a life of honor by choosing humility in action. We choose to honor people even when they do no deserve it. This royal culture

Did you know that when you’re going through trials, and feeling the weight of the world, the pressure you face has nothing to do with you? In this weeks amazing message from our very own Pastor Christy Johnson, we dive into how to let God do the “how” and the “when”; and instead get ourselves to focus on the “trust” and “surrender."   God isn’t trying to prevent the pressure in our lives. He allows it for a reason, to reveal His all-surpassing power! If there’s no pressure, there’s no power. If it’s perfect, then we don’t require anything; hence we don’t need the power! The pressure points back to him. Take heart in knowing that God will not waste your pain!   Scripture References:   2 Corinthians 4:6-12 NIV  

This Sunday we had another great message from Pastor Jeremy Johnson as part of our ongoing ‘Royal’ series.    We are worthy and valuable. Romans 3:23 tells us “We have all sinned, and fall short of the glory of God.” Most of us tend to focus on the "sinned" part of this scripture, but we can also take a look at the “glory” part. God has given us a righteous standing through Christ Jesus. Jesus died AS our sins, not for them, and for the marks we sometimes miss in our Christian walk.    God is trying to restore us to the status we had in the garden of Eden. This is to be the person each of us are called to be before the fall happened in the garden. God can restore our feelings and thoughts about ourselves that the enemy works hard to instill within us. It is impossible to hate ourselves yet, love God.  Are you buying into an augmented reality that the enemy has lied to you about? John 8:32 tells us “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”   If a prince for example, is put into a slum en

Have you ever found yourself just simply learning about God rather than having a friendship with Him? Did you know He actually calls us His friends? He says we are His friends if we do what He commands! On this week’s podcast, Pastor Jeremy Johnson continues the life changing series, Royal. He teaches us that friendship with God and obedience to God go hand in hand! He calls us out of slavery from sin, changing our name to Saints! The enemy will try everything he can to attack your friendship with God by throwing lies at you in the form of names. But God has another name for us, and we can enact our call by accepting that new name! We are royals.   Scripture Reference: John 15:14-16

This past Sunday we celebrated Mothers day at Fearless! Our very own Pastor Christy Johnson, joins us and shares a wonderful message on the power of knowing our royal identity.   1 Peter 2:9  tells us "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession." We are made in God's image. As such, we wield the powers, abilities, and unique callings God has granted to each one of us. In the book of Genesis, we see Laban whom tricks Jacob into servitude for 14 years. After Jacob serves the time, Laban seeks to bargain with Jacob, who cunningly chooses the weaker speckled and spotted livestock of the herd.    Laban, fails to realize that Jacob has carved and placed a spotted stick in the watering hole that can influence the solid livestock into reproducing spotted and speckled offspring.   Proberbs 23: 7 tell us "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he." What is your personal watering hole? Is there any pollution in the watering hole of your imagination thats fooling you into belie

On this week’s podcast, we continue on with the life changing new series, Royal. Pastor Jeremy Johnson of Fearless LA shares the 5 questions that drive the actions and motives of all humanity.   Who Am I? Where am I from? Why am I here? What can I do? Where am I going?   Through scripture we see how God designed a unique purpose into the heart of each person. To reach our full potential, we have to return to our maker and His instruction manual, the bible.   Delving into scripture we learn, "Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord ’s purpose that prevails." - Proverbs 19:21. The path to success is locked into how God designed us individually. The key to unlocking our destiny and achieving true success is found only when we are obedient to God's word.   God is more committed to our success than we are. His word is full of promises He is waiting for us to hold Him to. He wants us to be filled with faith to move on them.   Pastor Jeremy shares how God placed His logo on us by creating us in Hi

Que es lo que en tu vida te esta afectando tu identidad en Dios?   Hay experiencias en tu pasado que tal vez estén deteniéndote de reconocer que eres Realeza?   Este Domingo pasado tuvimos un mensaje especial que se enfoco sobre la Realeza en nosotros. Cuando caminamos por esta vida, es inevitable que llegemos a situaciones, o con personas que debilitan nuestro imagen de si mismo como Dios nos a hecho.     Hay veces que nos podemos frustrar, sintiendo como ciertas personas nos tratan, y lo que sucede en nuestra vida diaria. Estas son las razones por la que es importante que nos recordemos a si mismo de la realeza que hay en nosotros, y la relación especial que cada uno de nosotros tenemos con Dios.   La palabra de Dios nos dice que Jesús fue, “ Despreciado y desechado entre los hombres, varón de dolores, experimentado en quebranto…”. Esto nos hace saber que en nuestro caminar, podemos estar seguros de que Jesús nos entiende, y él a caminado por las mismas luchas. El precio que Jesús pago por nosotros en la cr

What in your life is affecting your identity in christ?   Has past experiences been holding you back from recognizing your royalty status?   This past Sunday we had a special message focusing on royalty. As we go through life, we inevitably come across people and situations that seek to undermine our image of ourselves as God made us.    At times we can become frustrated with how people treat us and what goes on in our daily lives. This makes it all the more important to remind ourselves of our royalty, and the special relationship each one of us has to God.    The word tells us that Jesus was "despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering and familiar with pain." this lets us know that through our walk, we can be rest assured that he understands us as he's gone through the same struggles.The price Jesus paid for us on the cross, solidifies our royalty status in him.   Scripture References: Psalm 139:13-19 (NIV) Isaiah 53:2-3 (NIV) Genesis 1:26-28 (NIV) Genesis 2:6-7 (NIV)

This is a special edition Spanish interpreted podcast. We hope you enjoy!   ¡ Este es un podcast de edición especial de nuestro primer servicio Español!   ¿Qué es lo que aún sostienes de que Jesús te ha libero? ¿Qué grilletes te quedan en que ya no sirves? Dios no te está llamando al cautiverio, ¡ te está llamando a la libertad!   Este domingo de Pascua se nos recuerda que debido al sacrificio supremo en la Cruz, somos libres y no tenemos que andar en cautiverio por más tiempo. Jesús murió una muerte de esclavos en la Cruz por nosotros, y por eso hemos sido redimidos. En la Cruz, Jesús no hizo sólo el pago mínimo, él pagó todo. Mientras aún éramos pecadores, Cristo murió por nosotros.  la cruz nos libera, pero la tumba vacía nos invita a la vida y a la muerte. Sea lo que sea que estés caminando hoy, Jesús   Referencias de las escrituras:  Juan 3:16 NIV   Romanos 5:8 NIV  1 Corintios 6:20 KJV  Hosea 13:14 KJV  Efesios 1:7-11 NIV   Hebreos 9:12 NIV   John 19:28 NIV