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A Fresh Wind Sermons
by A Fresh Wind Church
Life moves fast, but finding hope, clarity, and genuine connection shouldn't be complicated. Every week, we share practical, Bible-centered teachings designed to help you navigate everyday life, deepen your faith, and experience the transforming love of Jesus.Whether you missed a Sunday service, want to revisit a message on your daily commute, or are looking for practical encouragement to get through the week, this podcast brings Sunday morning straight to where you are. Expect honest conversations, relatable biblical teaching, and actionable wisdom for your relationships, career, mental peace, and spiritual growth.
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What is Your Name? MIC'D UP | Pastor Tim Holt
What defines who you are—your past, your mistakes, or the identity God has given you? In Genesis 32, God confronts Jacob with a powerful question: “What is your name?” Through Jacob’s life-changing encounter with God, we discover that when we honestly surrender who we’ve been, God offers us a new...
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What do you want me to do for you? | MIC’D UP | Pastor Ryan Hurd
What would you say if Jesus looked at you and asked, “What do you want Me to do for you?” In Mark 10, Jesus asks this same question to two very different people, revealing the contrast between selfish ambition and genuine faith. Through His encounter with blind Bartimaeus, we discover a Savior…
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Where Are You? | MIC'D UP | Pastor Ryan Hurd
In week 1 of our new series, Mic’d Up, we listen closely to the first question God asks in Scripture: “Where are you?” From Genesis 3, we discover that God’s question is not an accusation meant to shame us, but an invitation from a God who pursues us, calls us out of hiding, and longs to restore...
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Why Trust the Bible? | HARD QUESTIONS | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Can we really trust the Bible after thousands of years of copying, translation, and debate over which books belong? Why Trust the Bible? examines the historical evidence, manuscript record, and formation of Scripture—and ultimately shows that the Bible was never meant merely to win an argument…
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Why Only Jesus? | HARD QUESTIONS | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Is Jesus really the only way to God—or are all religions simply different paths to the same destination? In this message, we look at Paul’s encounter in Athens to see how the Gospel holds conviction and humility together, and why the resurrection of Jesus changes everything.
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Why Does It Hurt | HARD QUESTIONS | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Why does God seem silent when life hurts, injustice wins, and our prayers appear unanswered? Through Habakkuk’s honest questions, we discover that faith is not the absence of doubt, but choosing where we will stand while we wait for God’s answer. In our suffering, God does not simply offer...
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He Is Risen | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Tim Holt
The empty tomb changes everything! Come discover that the risen Jesus knows our name, meets us in our doubts, and restores us from our failures. He is risen—and He is still calling us to believe, love Him, and follow Him.
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It Is Finished | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Ryan Hurd
As Jesus moves from the Upper Room to the cross, John reveals a Savior who is never a victim of circumstances but is willingly completing the mission the Father gave Him. From His prayer for His followers, through His arrest and trial, to His final declaration, “It is finished,” we see that at...
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Abide | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Jared Persinger
Jesus calls His followers to abide in Him, remain faithful when the world pushes back, and take heart in the midst of suffering. As branches connected to the True Vine, we discover that lasting fruit doesn’t come from striving harder, but from staying connected to Jesus—trusting the Father’s...
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Knowing The Way | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Ryan Hurd
As Jesus prepares His disciples for the cross, He shows them what it means to love, serve, and follow Him to the end. In John 13–14, we discover that Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and He promises the Holy Spirit—the Helper who remains with us, teaches us, and gives us His peace. This...
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The Hour Has Come | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Tim Holt
As Jesus moves toward the cross, He invites us to follow His example by surrendering what we are holding onto and trusting Him with the harvest. The question is simple but deeply personal: What is the “grain of wheat” in your hand that Jesus is asking you to let go of?
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Does Jesus Weep for You? | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Tim Holt
In John 11, we encounter the shortest verse in Scripture - "Jesus wept". Behind those tears is a powerful invitation to experience the resurrection life only Christ can give. Discover why Jesus grieved, what keeps us from experiencing His power, and how living under His authority leads to true...
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The Good Shepherd | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Tim Holt
Jesus declares, "I am the Good Shepherd," revealing Himself as the only way to salvation, the Shepherd who willingly laid down His life for His sheep, and the Savior who holds His people securely in His hands. In this message you'll discover the abundant life, unshakable security, and personal...
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Now I See | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Ryan Hurd
What if the greatest miracle Jesus wants to perform is opening your eyes to who He truly is? Let's discover how Jesus, the Light of the World, meets us in our brokenness, transforms our perspective, and invites us into a life of faith, worship, and bold testimony. This message will encourage you…
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Light of the World | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Jesus says; "I am the Light of the World." Discover how Christ alone satisfies our deepest thirst, exposes the darkness that keeps us captive, and offers the freedom, forgiveness, and eternal life only He can give. Come encounter the light that changes everything.
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Bread of Life | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Jared Persinger
In John 6, Jesus performs two incredible miracles—feeding the five thousand and walking on water—before revealing one of His most powerful declarations: "I am the Bread of Life." This message explores the difference between seeking Jesus for what He can give and following Him for who He is,...
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Authority of The Son
Jesus doesn't just ask if we believe—He asks, "Do you want to be made well?" This week in Signs & Glory, discover how Jesus' authority to heal, give life, and transform hearts invites us to move beyond excuses and fully trust Him.
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New Life & Living Water | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Ryan Hurd
This Father's Day, we'll explore a chapter filled with grace, transformation, and faith. What if the answer to your deepest need isn't found in doing more, achieving more, or becoming more? In John 4, Jesus reveals Himself as the Living Water who alone can satisfy the soul and bring lasting peace.
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The One Above All | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Tim Holt
What does it really mean to be "born again"? In Week 5 of Signs & Glory, we explore Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus, discovering that salvation is not about being a good person—it’s about receiving new life from above. Join us as we uncover God’s incredible love, the power of the lifted-up…
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You are Known | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Tim Holt
Jesus reveals His glory in surprising ways—turning water into wine, cleansing the temple, and showing that He knows every heart. This message reminds us that Jesus didn't come to offer more religion, but a life-changing relationship with Him. Discover the freedom of being fully known and fully...
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Come & See, Go & Tell | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Every follower of Jesus has a story that begins with simple invitations: "Come and See", and "Go and Tell". As we walk through John 1, we'll see how Jesus transforms ordinary people into faithful witnesses who point others to Him. Discover how one encounter with Christ can change your life and...
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The Prologue | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Tim Holt
In Week 2 of Signs & Glory, we discover that Jesus is more than a teacher or prophet—He is the eternal Word, the Light, and the Life. From creation to the cross, John reveals the glory of the One who became flesh and dwelt among us so we could know the Father, receive grace, and become children…
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That You May Believe | SIGNS & GLORY | Pastor Ryan Hurd
In Week 1 of Signs & Glory, we begin our journey through the Gospel of John by discovering why John wrote his Gospel: “that you may believe.” Through powerful signs, eyewitness testimony, and the life-changing message of Jesus, we’ll see how every page points us to Christ. This message is an...
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The Courage to Stay | MOTHERS DAY 2026 | Pastor Ryan & Joy Hurd
This Mother’s Day, we'll discover the courage to stay faithful through grief, uncertainty, and everyday sacrifice and see how God works through ordinary obedience and people who refuse to give up. Whether today feels joyful or difficult, this message is a reminder that God sees you, stays with…
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Christ as King | YOU'RE NOT THE BOSS OF ME | Pastor Tim Holt
In this closing message of the "You're Not the Boss of Me" series, we tie together everything we've learned about toxic emotions — guilt, anxiety, envy, and fear — and land on the ultimate answer: Christ is King, and His truth is the only worthy ruler of our hearts and minds. Because of what…
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Envy & Fear | YOU’RE NOT THE BOSS OF ME | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Envy and fear are two of the most powerful emotions we face — and they almost always show up together. This week we expose the comparison trap that leaves us hollow and the fear that tells us God won't come through for us. Using the word of God we’ll discuss three walls of truth — Identity,...
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Guilt & Anxiety | YOU’RE NOT THE BOSS OF ME | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Guilt and anxiety often feel like separate struggles, but they’re deeply connected—and they can quietly take control of your life. In this message, we uncover how the gospel breaks that cycle, reminding us that in Christ there is no condemnation and real peace is possible. Discover how to stop...
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Truth Over Feelings | YOU’RE NOT THE BOSS OF ME | Pastor Tim Holt
Our culture tells us to follow our feelings—but what if they’re leading us the wrong way? This message explores the tension between truth and emotion, revealing how a deceitful heart can mislead us and how God’s Word brings clarity and freedom. Discover how to let truth lead, put feelings in…
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So Much More | THE REVEAL | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Easter changes everything! The resurrection of Jesus reveals that God was working even in the silence, turning death into life and despair into hope. This Easter, discover how His victory can become your story.
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Good Friday | THE REVEAL
When life takes an unexpected turn and God doesn’t seem to make sense, this message walks through the heartbreak of Good Friday — where Hope appeared lost, faith was shaken, and everything fell apart. Yet, beneath the surface of suffering and silence, God was accomplishing His greatest victory,...
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The King We Wanted | THE REVEAL | Pastor Tim Holt
In The Reveal: The King We Wanted, we explore how the crowd expected Jesus to be a political conqueror—but He came as something far greater. When our expectations of God are too small, we can miss His true purpose unfolding in our lives. Discover how to see Jesus for who He really is—and trust…
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Full Detail | IN THE SHOP | Pastor Ryan Hurd
God isn’t interested in a polished exterior while the inside remains unchanged—He wants true heart transformation. In this powerful message, we’ll discover how Jesus calls us beyond surface-level religion into a life that is clean from the inside out. As we prepare for Easter, it’s time to let…
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Maintenance | IN THE SHOP | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Spiritual disciplines are not about earning God’s love—they position us to experience it. In Week 3 of In The Shop, we’ll discover how daily rhythms create space for real transformation. Your engine wasn’t meant to stall—it was built to run strong.
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Alignment | IN THE SHOP | Pastor Tim Holt
Misaligned relationships don’t just affect your peace—they affect your worship. In Week 2 of In the Shop: Alignment, we’ll explore why Jesus calls us to pursue reconciliation, and how forgiveness unlocks spiritual freedom.
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Diagnostic | IN THE SHOP | Pastor Tim Holt
As Easter approaches, it’s time for a diagnostic check. In today's message, we’ll explore what the “pearl of great price” really means and ask the hard question: What’s truly worth everything in your life? Discover how realignment begins when Jesus moves from being part of your life to being your...
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Heart | MARVEL | Pastor Ryan Hurd
In the final week of our MARVEL series, we discover that God is not most impressed by what we do—but by the heart behind why we do it. Looking at David’s life, we’ll explore what it means to be “a person after God’s own heart” and how to cultivate a heart that seeks, obeys, repents, and trusts…
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Repentance | MARVEL | Pastor Jared Persinger
Repentance is more than feeling sorry—it’s an invitation to turn back to God and be made new. In this sermon, we’ll discover how repentance opens the door to grace, freedom, and a transformed life.
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Worship | MARVEL | Robert Brooks
Worship invites us to lift our eyes beyond ourselves and focus on who God truly is. In this sermon, we’ll explore how worship shapes our hearts, strengthens our faith, and draws us closer to God—both in song and in daily life.
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Humility
This week in our Marvel series, we explore the powerful truth that God responds to humility with grace, favor, and closeness. Through the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, we’re reminded that it’s not outward performance but the posture of our hearts that positions us to be made…
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Compassion | MARVEL | Pastor Tim Holt
This message explores the kind of compassion that truly captures God’s attention—compassion that flows from grace and costs us something. We'll see that God isn’t impressed by outward performance or surplus giving, but by hearts moved to sacrificial mercy that reflect His own character.
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Righteousness | MARVEL | Pastor Ryan Hurd
In Week 3 of our MARVEL series, we explore righteousness—and what the Bible teaches about it. Through the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, we see how faithful obedience over time captures God’s attention, even in seasons of silence and waiting. This message challenges us to pursue integrity,...
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Faithful Obedience | MARVEL | Pastor Ryan Hurd
In a world marked by compromise, God still marvels at consistent obedience. This message looks at Noah’s life in Genesis 6 and challenges us to trust God fully, obey Him completely, and walk with Him faithfully.
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Faith | MARVEL | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Scripture records rare moments when Jesus was amazed—not by power or position, but by faith. In this message, we’ll explore what made that faith so remarkable and what it looks like for us to live with the same trust today.
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Invited Home | I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS | Pastor Ryan Hurd
This Christmas message, “Invited Home,” reminds us that God’s invitation doesn’t begin with the powerful or the polished, but with the weary, the overlooked, and those who feel far from home. Through the story of the shepherds in Luke 2, we discover that Jesus came for all people—meeting us right...
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The God Who Makes Space | I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS | Pastor Ryan Hurd
This Christmas, many feel overlooked, crowded out, or far from home—but the story of Jesus reminds us that God makes space for us even when the world doesn’t. Join us as we discover how Christ entered the mess, the noise, and the rejection to welcome us in. No matter where you’ve been or how full...
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Far From Home | I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Many of us know what it feels like to be weary travelers—navigating stress, broken plans, or a deep longing for something more. Through the journey of Mary and Joseph, we discover a God who meets us right in the middle of the unexpected and leads us toward His hope. This Christmas, come home to…
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Slander | GROW | Pastor Tim Holt
Slander isn’t a minor slip of the tongue—it’s spiritual murder that destroys reputations, relationships, and our own spiritual growth. In this message, we explore why slander aligns us with the accuser and stunts our spiritual growth. Discover how putting away destructive speech opens the door to...
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Envy | GROW | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Envy quietly drains our joy, distorts our relationships, and blinds us to God’s goodness—but Scripture offers a better way. This message exposes how envy takes root in our hearts and shows how gratitude and thanksgiving become God’s antidote, freeing us to grow in Christ. Join us as we learn to…
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Deceit & Hypocrisy | GROW | Pastor Ryan Hurd
Deceit is the lie we live, and hypocrisy is the mask we wear—both choke out spiritual growth and keep us from reflecting the beauty of Christ. This message calls us to honesty, integrity, and authentic faith by removing what poisons the heart and making room for the pure Word that helps us grow…
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Malice | GROW | Pastor Tim Holt
This week’s message, “GROW: Put Away the Poison – Malice,” challenges us to uproot the bitterness that stunts our spiritual growth. Discover how forgiveness frees your heart, restores relationships, and allows you to truly taste that the Lord is good. It’s time to cut out the poison and grow in...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Life moves fast, but finding hope, clarity, and genuine connection shouldn't be complicated. Every week, we share practical, Bible-centered teachings designed to help you navigate everyday life, deepen your faith, and experience the transforming love of Jesus.Whether you missed a Sunday service, want to revisit a message on your daily commute, or are looking for practical encouragement to get through the week, this podcast brings Sunday morning straight to where you are. Expect honest conversations, relatable biblical teaching, and actionable wisdom for your relationships, career, mental peace, and spiritual growth.
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