Circuit Riders Podcasts

Brian Barcelona preaches about how our words have more power than we often give them credit for and that we are God's mouthpieces. We are reminded that since we were created in the image of God, our words have the ability to bring life or death to every day situations. Somebody contemplating suicide could experience the storm-calming peace of God through our choice to speak life. Since our words have this weight of earthly and eternal effects, we are urged to tame our tongues. It is hard for people to see the heart of God, if our words don't carry His purity and truth.

Andy Byrd talks about how in times of "shaking" its more important to have vision than stability. He highlights the need to empty our hands of any preconceived notions we have for the future in order to allow God to pour out what he has for us. We are challenged to let go of our desire for comfort and to intercede in persevering prayer for breakthrough.

Nick, Derek and Brian discuss aspects of seasons of pruning in a Christian's life and why its a good thing for our character. They address the difference between pruning, refining and suffering. Brian gives us a few signs of how we can tell something needs pruning in our lives.

Brian begins a new series addressing God's priorities in preparing us for marriage. Since who we marry is one of the biggest decision of our lives, Brian emphasizes that if we are in a relationship that isn't founded in Kingdom principles, it can lead to a marriage that is a struggle instead of a joy. We are given tools for Kingdom centered relationships. This podcast is from Brian's weekly Culture Shift zoom calls.

Brian Barcelona shares his powerful life story and heartbreaking experiences to emphasize the truth that the Gospel truly is for everyone. His testimony of witnessing his mom getting abused and his parents getting divorced lead to a life as an atheist. Bu then, Brian's encounter with Jesus at 16 changes his life forever.

Brian shares about how God created the church with the DNA to advance and initiate. We are encouraged to go on the offensive for the Kingdom with our God-given authority, rather than merely trying to survive Satan's assaults. Nick builds off Brian's message and leads us to joyfully repent of any hopelessness and to replace it with faith-filled expectation.

Derek, Matt and Nick break down the relationship of supernatural teamwork and the gifts of the Holy Spirit as highlighted in Romans 12:4-8. Matt emphasizes why teamwork matters to God and why it should matter to us. Nick shares on how God created the Body of Christ to function in community and how He gave us each gifts of the Spirit, especially prophesy, so that we can help and encourage one another.

Zach interviews Derek about how grace is expressed through salvation. They highlight that salvation is actually a person, someone all of humanity has been searching for since the beginning. They lay a Biblical foundation for the Gospel of the Kingdom and inspire us to share the Gospel with those around us.

Brian opens a discussion around America's infatuation with witchcraft. He points out that it is out of a lack of intimacy with God and in the face of uncertainty that our generation has turned to the sin of rebellion. We are hit with urgency to share the power of the Gospel to those seeking a higher power. This podcast is from Brian's weekly Culture Shift zoom calls.

Sammy Rodriguez takes us back to the basics of Gospel truth. He dives into what it looks like to have extravagant generosity, not just with finances, but with our time and our words of encouragement. He also shares about radical courage through the story of Jonathan and his armor bearer in 1 Samuel 14.

Derek engages in discussion with David and Chase about two distinct topics related to grace. David unwraps the struggle of loneliness that Christians often experience, even though God promises His nearness. Chase emphasizes the freedom we have, especially in the United States, to pursue God, and challenges us to combine it with the work ethic demonstrated in the Bible.

Brian discusses reasons why backsliding happens and reminds us that spiritual decay is a gradual process. We are given strategies for how to remain in step with Christ. This podcast is from Brian's weekly Culture Shift zoom calls.

Joel Bomberger closes out the series Five Things I Wish I Knew As A Teenager with a focus on the goodness of God. His goal is to give us fresh perseverance for whatever season were in and a total trust in God's love even when we don't feel like He is good. Joel uses his testimony and experience with hopelessness to emphasize the importance of putting our assurance in Jesus.

Christy shares on having faith for practical miracles. Using the story of Peter awaiting death in jail, she makes the point that sometimes faith is not healing the sick or raising the dead. Sometimes, faith is simply seeing a stressful situation and going to sleep. We learn that there is a practical shift in our spirit when we choose the face of God over the face of fear in our lives and that faith is not the absence of fear. Faith is our dependence on a very strong God. This podcast is from a series of weekly Brave Love Bible studies that Christy and Shannon held over zoom.

Sammy Rodriguez shares about the ministry behind 1 nation 1 day, giving faith and vision for the upcoming 1dayLa. He calls believers to go public with our love and faith, knowing that the harvest is ripe and people are desperate for Jesus!

Derek, Joel, Michael, and Brad talk about the grace of the Holy Spirit and what it means for our lives. They share practical, empowering truths of what the Spirit longs to do in us, broadening our understanding of grace.

Brian addresses the dangers of bitterness and buried anger. We learn the ways they can manifest in our lives and the importance of being free from both, especially in a ministry or leadership context. This podcast is from Brian's weekly Culture Shift zoom calls.

Sammy Rodriguez continues the conversation about five things he wishes he knew as a teenager. In this message he focuses on the Bible- it’s value and power in our lives. He shares several passages and breaks down their significance and how they can impact us if we let them.

Christy talks about the Spirit of Elijah and why that is relevant for us today. She shares how the spirit of Elijah is walking out the love of Jesus Christ with authority, courage and leadership. As Brave Love Women we can agree with Elijah's violence in confronting false god's of culture, Elijah's-risk taking, and Elijah's commitment to the word of God. This podcast is from a series of weekly Brave Love Bible studies that Christy and Shannon held over zoom.

Derek Mack, Zach Nash, and Jake Mason talk about truth as grace, highlighting the grace of God to give us His word. When truth and grace are allowed to exist together we come closer to seeing the fullness of God.