Pentecostals of Bourbon

Chasing The Wind 01.07.2026 40min

On Wednesday, July 1st 2026, Dylan Cottrill's message draws us into the sobering reflections of King Solomon in Ecclesiastes, where he looks back on a life of unprecedented wealth, wisdom, and worldly success only to declare it all meaningless—like chasing after the wind. We're confronted with a challenging truth: Solomon had everything the world could offer, yet he missed what mattered most. He built houses, planted vineyards, amassed wealth beyond measure, and denied himself no pleasure, but at the end of his days, he realized he had been chasing emptiness. The message uses a compelling illustration of unwrapping gift boxes—we climb over relationships, sacrifice prayer time, and bulldoze our spiritual foundations to reach what we think will satisfy us, only to find the box empty. Meanwhile, the gift God offers may not look as flashy, but it contains eternal treasures: joy in His presence, crowns of life for those who endure, and riches that moth and rust cannot destroy. We're reminded that our children are watching, learning from what we prioritize, and that we have a sacred responsibility to instill in them the truth that seeking first God's kingdom is the only pursuit that won't leave us empty-handed. The call is urgent: stop waiting until the sunset of our lives to learn what Solomon learned too late.

Pursue, Overtake, and Recover All 28.06.2026 56min

This powerful message from Bishop Mark Cottrill on Sunday, June 28th 2026 takes us into one of the most dramatic moments in King David's life, found in 1 Samuel 30, where he returns home to find his city burned, his families captured, and his own men ready to stone him. Yet in this darkest hour, God speaks three transformative words: pursue, overtake, and recover all. What's striking is that David only asked if he should pursue and overtake the enemy, but God's answer went further—He promised complete restoration. This reveals a profound truth about our spiritual walk: God's promises are always bigger than our prayers. Too often, we settle for merely acknowledging our problems or even confronting them, but we stop short of the full victory God intends for us. Whether we're struggling with broken relationships, lost joy, financial stress, or the need for salvation itself, we cannot afford to give up too easily. The message challenges us to move beyond victim mentality and remember our identity as children of the King of Kings. David didn't just sit in his burned city weeping—he encouraged himself in the Lord, prayed for direction, and then took action. The result? He recovered everything the enemy had stolen, plus the spoils of his enemies. Our recovery begins inwardly before it manifests outwardly, which is why David went to prayer before battle. This sermon calls us to complete obedience, to give God our full voice in worship and prayer, and to fight for the abundant life Jesus promised—not just survival, but total restoration.

What Can You Give The Father Who Has Everything 21.06.2026 1h 3min

On Father's Day, Sunday, June 21st, 2026, Pastor Matt Cottrill explores of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15 and challenges us to examine the direction our feet are taking us—toward God's house or toward a far country of compromise and spiritual distance. The message unpacks the devastating reality that the far country always begins with a 'give me' mentality, where we seek God's benefits without truly desiring relationship with Him. We're reminded that sin is a terrible advertiser, showing us the party but hiding the pig pen, displaying pleasure while concealing emptiness. The transformative moment comes when we 'come to ourselves' and realize that even the lowest place in the Father's house is better than the greatest promise the world offers. The Father's response to our return isn't suspicion or coldness, but compassion—He runs toward us, embraces us in our filth, and restores our identity with a robe, ring, and shoes. Those shoes represent a critical question for every believer: where are our feet taking us? Are we walking toward holiness or drifting toward compromise? The call isn't just to feel bad about where we are, but to actually arise and walk home. True repentance means getting up and doing something about our spiritual condition, not just lamenting it. This Father's Day message extends beyond biological fathers to every person who needs to return home to the Father who is watching the road, waiting to celebrate our arrival.

Raising An Ebenezer 17.06.2026 23min

This message from Tony Fishel on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 centers on the concept of raising an 'Ebenezer' - a stone of remembrance that declares 'thus far the Lord has helped us.' Drawing from 1 Samuel 7:12, we're challenged to reflect on our spiritual battles and recognize that we've made it this far not by our own strength, but solely through God's faithfulness. The teaching walks us through Israel's devastating defeat when they treated the Ark of the Covenant like a lucky charm rather than honoring their relationship with God, losing 30,000 men in the process. This sobering reality reminds us that religious activity can never substitute for genuine relationship with the living God. Before victory could come, Israel had to repent, remove their idols, and humble themselves in prayer. The transformation is remarkable - what human effort couldn't accomplish, God's thunder achieved in a moment. Samuel's stone became a permanent testimony that sparked conversations across generations. We're encouraged to create our own 'Ebenezers' through journaling, sharing testimonies, or simply remembering and recounting God's faithfulness. The message culminates with a beautiful reminder that every blessing, every answered prayer, every victory traces back to one source - the God who has helped us thus far and will continue to carry us forward.

When Giants Fall But Wounds Remain 14.06.2026 1h 14min

On Sunday, June 14th 2026, Joe Lake takes us deep into the familiar story of David and Goliath, but with a transformative twist that challenges us to look beyond the giant in the valley. We discover that defeating external enemies is only the beginning of our spiritual journey. The real battle often continues long after the visible giant falls—in the wounds we carry, the relationships that hurt us, and ultimately in surrendering our own will to God. Drawing from 1 Samuel 17-30, we explore how David faced three distinct giants: the obvious enemy Goliath, the painful betrayal of King Saul who should have been his protector, and finally his own internal struggle when everything was stripped away. The message reveals that our private victories matter more than our public ones, and that daily communion with God prepares us for battles we don't yet see coming. We're reminded that hurt people hurt people, and unless we allow God to heal our wounds—especially those inflicted by other believers—we'll remain trapped in cycles of pain that prevent us from fulfilling our purpose. The challenge before us is clear: we must stop guarding our wounds from the very God who wants to heal them, and we must learn to hold onto Jesus alone, releasing our grip on everything else, even good things, so that He can truly be our shepherd.

The Covenant of Peace 07.06.2026 40min

This message by Dylan Cottrill from Sunday, June 7th 2026 centers on God's unbreakable covenant of peace with His people, drawing from Isaiah 54:7-10 where God promises that His kindness will never depart from us. We're reminded that just as God made a covenant with Noah never to destroy the earth again, He has established an eternal covenant with us through Christ's blood. The sermon confronts the oppressive spirits of anxiety, depression, fear, and shame that plague our modern world through constant media bombardment and negativity. Yet we're called to remember that we have authority over these spirits through the Holy Ghost. The illustration of Stephen being stoned while looking up to see Jesus standing at the right hand of God becomes our model—instead of focusing on the chaos around us, we can look beyond the temporal to the eternal. The peace Christ offers isn't fragile or dependent on earthly circumstances like job security or financial stability. Rather, it's a supernatural peace that passes all understanding, one that meets us in impossible situations where logically we shouldn't have peace, yet we do. This covenant isn't something we signed but something sealed by Christ's blood, and it gives us the authority to evict every intruder—every oppressive spirit—that has tried to claim ownership of what belongs to God.

Examining the Man in the Mirror 03.06.2026 33min

This message from Gene Smith on Wednesday, June 3rd 2026 challenges us to do something many of us avoid: look honestly in the mirror of God's Word and examine our hearts. Drawing from Psalm 139:23-24 and 2 Corinthians 13:5, we're confronted with the uncomfortable truth that while we're quick to judge others, we often fail to examine ourselves. The sermon uses the metaphor of a mirror throughout, reminding us that just as a physical mirror reveals every imperfection, blemish, and unwanted hair, God's Word acts as a spiritual mirror that exposes our motives, intentions, pride, and hidden sin. The foundation metaphor is particularly striking: just as a building's foundation must be properly prepared and mixed, our spiritual foundation—our heart—must be right with God. We can look perfect on the outside, attend church, say the right things, and perform religious acts, yet if our hearts harbor bitterness, unforgiveness, or pride, we're spiritually bankrupt. The message calls us to move beyond surface-level Christianity and allow God to search us thoroughly, not to shame us but to transform us. When we get our hearts right, everything else—holiness, love, obedience—flows naturally. This isn't about forced compliance but about falling so deeply in love with Jesus that change becomes inevitable and authentic.

Limping Into Victory 31.05.2026 38min

Bishop Mark Cottrill's message from Sunday, May 31st, 2026 centers on the transformative story of Jacob wrestling with an angel in Genesis 32, exploring how our struggles and wounds can become testimonies of victory rather than marks of defeat. We're confronted with a profound truth: everyone carries some kind of limp—whether physical, emotional, or psychological—from the battles we've fought in life. The sermon identifies ten major stressors that can create lifelong emotional damage, from death and divorce to addiction and betrayal, yet challenges us to choose between victim and victor mentality. Jacob's experience teaches us that our scars don't disqualify us from God's purpose; instead, they become evidence that we've wrestled through the night and emerged changed. The most compelling insight is Jacob's refusal to let go until he received a blessing, demonstrating the kind of tenacity we need in our own spiritual battles. This message reminds us that the strongest testimonies come not from those who never struggled, but from those who kept walking after the struggle, limping their way into victory. We're called to be examples for the next generation, showing them what perseverance looks like when we refuse to let hardship define us as victims but instead allow it to refine us as victors.

One Need 27.05.2026 1h 5min

In this exploration of Luke 10:38-42 with Joe Lake from Wednesday May 27th 2026, we discover what it truly means to position ourselves at the feet of Jesus. Mary understood something profound that Martha missed in her busyness: there is one need and one need only. While Martha was distracted with serving, Mary chose to sit at the Master's feet, positioning herself in the place of humility and readiness to hear. This isn't just about choosing worship over work—it's about discerning the right time for the right action. The sermon challenges us to examine how well we're hearing God's voice in our daily lives. Are we so consumed with doing things for God that we've forgotten to be with God? The message traces the concept of faith through Hebrews 11, revealing that faith isn't merely intellectual belief but total reliance on God. From Abraham to Moses to the heroes of old, we see that faith means hearing God's voice, positioning ourselves to receive His instructions, and acting on them—even when we don't see the full picture. The challenge is clear: we must learn the spiritual discipline of meditation and listening, sitting quietly enough to let God speak. In our modern era of constant noise and instant access, we've lost the art of being still. Yet this is where transformation happens—at His feet, in the quiet, letting go of everything behind us and reaching forward to what God has promised.

When Fire Finds a Vessel 24.05.2026 51min

This powerful message from Pastor Matt Cottrill on Pentecost Sunday, May 24th 2026, takes us into the heart of Pentecost, reminding us that God's desire has always been more than just dwelling with us or among us—He wants to dwell within us. Through Acts 2:1-4, we discover that the 120 people in the upper room weren't chosen because they were perfect or had everything figured out. They were ordinary people with backgrounds, issues, and questions, yet the fire of the Holy Ghost sat upon each of them. This reveals a profound truth: God doesn't require our perfection before He pours out His Spirit. What He seeks is hunger, willingness, and surrender. The message traces the theme of fire throughout Scripture—from Moses at the burning bush to the continual flame on the tabernacle altar to Elijah on Mount Carmel—showing us that fire represents God's presence, holiness, and transforming power. But here's the crucial point: while God provides the original fire, we have the responsibility to maintain it. Just as the priests had to tend the altar daily, we must be intentional about protecting our spiritual fire from the distractions, compromises, and noise of modern life. This isn't about legalism; it's about loving God's presence too much to allow anything that might dull our hunger for Him. When we truly walk in the Spirit, resisting sin becomes natural because we're consumed by something far greater than any temptation this world offers.

Give Expecting Nothing In Return 20.05.2026 36min

This teaching from Gene Smith on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 takes us deep into Luke 6:27-36, where Jesus challenges us with one of the most radical commands in Scripture: give expecting nothing in return. At the heart of this message lies a profound truth about the human heart itself. Jeremiah 17:9 reminds us that the heart is deceitful and desperately wicked, yet God promises in Ezekiel 36 to give us a new heart and a new spirit. This isn't about a heart transplant, but a heart transformation. The teaching explores how everything we say and do flows from the condition of our hearts, and how often we give with hidden strings attached, expecting recognition, repayment, or control. The ultimate example is found at Calvary, where Jesus gave His life for murderers, thieves, and liars without any conditions. He didn't negotiate with humanity or demand anything in return. When we allow God to search our hearts like David did in Psalm 139:23, He reveals areas we didn't even know needed healing. True kingdom living means loving our enemies, doing good to those who hurt us, and releasing everyone who never apologized. This isn't weakness; it's the strength that comes from reflecting God's own nature of unconditional love and grace.

A Call To Faith 13.05.2026 41min

Tony Schuh's message from Wednesday, May 13th 2026 confronts us with a sobering question: when Christ returns, will He find faith on the earth? Starting with the Tower of Babel, we're reminded that humanity's oldest temptation is to meet God on our own terms rather than His. Those ancient builders didn't want to escape a flood—they wanted to avoid being scattered, directly disobeying God's command to fill the earth. They built a temple at the top of their tower, declaring where and how God could meet them. How often do we do the same today, insisting that God accommodate our schedules, our preferences, our comfort zones? The contrast with Abraham is striking. When God called him to leave everything familiar, Abraham simply departed. His faith wasn't passive belief—it was active obedience. When asked to sacrifice Isaac, Abraham trusted that God would keep His promises, even if he couldn't see how. This is the faith that was counted as righteousness, the kind that moves mountains and changes history. As we face an increasingly deceptive world—one where AI can fabricate reality and signs and wonders may confuse even the elect—we must anchor ourselves to Scripture. The disciples died horrific deaths for what they witnessed. Countless believers throughout history endured torture rather than renounce a Christ they never physically saw. Their faith was based on testimony and the unchanging Word of God. That same Word, preserved with miraculous continuity across thousands of years and multiple authors who couldn't communicate with each other, is our foundation. The question isn't whether deception is coming—Scripture promises it is. The question is: will we have the faith to recognize truth from lies when everything around us seems convincing?

Known Seen and Loved: Laying Down the Weights and Resting in His Love 10.05.2026 49min

First Lady Brandie Cottrill's message from Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10th 2026

From Anxiety To Peace: What God Does With Our Worries 06.05.2026 22min

On Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 Matt Harvey's message takes us on a transformative journey from the suffocating grip of anxiety to the liberating embrace of divine peace. At its heart lies 1 Peter 5:7-9, which calls us to cast all our cares upon God because He cares for us personally and intimately. What makes this teaching particularly compelling is its honest acknowledgment that anxiety is not a sign of weak faith, but rather proof of our humanity. We see this truth reflected in the lives of biblical heroes like Elijah, who called down fire from heaven yet later hid under a tree asking God to end his life, and Peter, who walked on water but began to sink when fear took over. The message presents three practical steps that form a pathway from worry to peace: Release (casting our cares on God), Replace (praying with thanksgiving instead of worrying), and Renew (fixing our focus on God's faithfulness). The profound truth here is that God doesn't shame us in our lowest moments; instead, He meets us there with rest, provision, and restoration. This isn't about pretending everything is fine or waiting until we feel peaceful before we trust God. Rather, it's about choosing trust as the pathway to peace, recognizing that peace is not dependent on our circumstances changing, but on our connection to the One who never changes.

Chosen To Change The Atmosphere 03.05.2026 37min

On Sunday, May 3rd 2026 Pastor Matt Cottrill's message centers on our divine calling to change the atmosphere wherever we find ourselves through genuine, unrestrained worship. Drawing from Mark 14:3-9, we explore the story of a woman who broke an alabaster box of precious ointment over Jesus while others sat in familiar comfort, criticizing her extravagant display. The core revelation here is profound: God is complete within Himself, needing nothing from us, yet He created us with the specific purpose and capacity to respond to His presence. Our praise is not about sustaining God's identity but about aligning ourselves with our created purpose. The woman's act of breaking—not just opening—the box represents total surrender, releasing what we cannot take back or control. While those closest to Jesus sat unmoved by familiarity, this desperate woman changed everything through her unrestrained response. We learn that desperation will always respond where familiarity remains silent. The challenge before us is clear: we cannot wait for perfect circumstances, right feelings, or ideal moments to worship. Like Paul and Silas who praised in chains before the earthquake came, we must understand that we do not wait for the atmosphere to change—we bring the atmosphere with us. Our breakthrough exists on the other side of our worship, and we are chosen to be atmosphere-changers in our homes, workplaces, and communities through the power of uninhibited praise.

Mercy Rescued Me, Grave Rebuilt Me 29.04.2026 44min

On Wednesday, April 29th 2026 Pastor Matt Cottrill's teaching draws a crucial distinction between two of God's most profound attributes: mercy and grace. While we often use these terms interchangeably, they represent distinct yet inseparable works in our spiritual journey. Mercy is God withholding what we deserve—the judgment and condemnation our sins have earned. Grace, on the other hand, is God giving us what we don't deserve—righteousness, relationship, and transformation. The study anchors itself in Psalm 103:17-18, revealing that God's mercy spans from everlasting to everlasting, existing before our first sin and extending beyond our last failure. Yet this mercy comes with a covenant requirement: obedience to God's commandments. The teaching powerfully illustrates how mercy rescues us from the pit of sin, but grace then rebuilds us into vessels of purpose. Through the story of the woman at the well in John 4, we see this dynamic in action—Jesus exposed her past without condemning her person, then offered her living water that would transform her future. This is the sequential work of mercy and grace: mercy addresses our past, grace establishes our future. For anyone struggling with shame, past failures, or feelings of unworthiness, this message offers profound hope. Our history may be deep, but God's mercy is deeper. Our past may be strong, but His grace is stronger.

Dancing On The Grave I Once Lived In 26.04.2026 35min

Gene Smith's message from Sunday, April 24th 2026

Take Heed 22.04.2026 46min

On Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026, Pastor Matt Cottrill challenges us to examine the sharpness of our spiritual walk through the lens of Hebrews 2:1, which warns us to give earnest heed to what we've heard lest we let it slip. The central question posed is both convicting and necessary: Are we as spiritually sharp today as we've been in previous seasons? The message uses the brilliant illustration of a knife that becomes dull through daily use without intentional sharpening—we don't notice the gradual loss of edge until we need precision cutting. Similarly, our spiritual sensitivity can dull over time through routine without intentional engagement. We can still attend church, still worship, still agree with truth, yet lose the razor-sharp conviction that once pierced our hearts. The danger for mature believers is that depth becomes optional rather than essential. We begin to function without pressing forward, maintaining without pursuing deeper things. What once set our souls on fire now only brushes the surface. This isn't about rejecting truth—it's about failing to grow in truth. The call is clear: we need consistent, intentional sharpening through daily engagement with God's Word, not just hearing but applying what we learn, transforming information into formation that reshapes our lives.

Youth Led Service 19.04.2026 1h 2min

Youth Led Service from Sunday, April 19th 2026

Grasshoppers Don't Eat Grapes 15.04.2026 27min

On Wednesday, April 15th 2026, Tony Fishel takes us deep into Numbers 13, where twelve spies were sent to scout the Promised Land. While all twelve saw the same incredible blessings—grapes so large it took two men to carry them, land flowing with milk and honey—only two came back with faith. The contrast is striking: ten spies saw giants and felt like grasshoppers, while Caleb and Joshua saw God's promises and chose faith over fear. This ancient story confronts us with a challenging question: what are we focusing on in our own lives? Are we magnifying our problems or magnifying our God? The Israelites had witnessed the parting of the Red Sea, manna from heaven, and water from a rock, yet they still doubted when faced with giants. We learn that what we continually speak reveals what we truly believe. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and when we rehearse our defeats instead of declaring victory, we feed fear instead of faith. The call here is clear: we must choose to be like Caleb and Joshua, standing alone if necessary, holding onto God's promises even when the majority speaks doubt. Our neighborhoods, workplaces, and daily interactions are our Promised Land, our mission field where God wants to work through us if we'll just replace fear with faith.