Arise Church

What happens when we truly encounter Jesus?In this message from All Gathering, Austin Wofford walks through the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 and explores how an encounter with Jesus has the power to transform a life. Jesus sees Zacchaeus, calls him by name, and meets him right where he is. What follows is a response of repentance, generosity, and real change.As we consider what awakening looks like in our own lives, we are reminded that transformation begins with the presence of Jesus. The invitation is to make room for Him, respond when He draws near, and allow an encounter with Him to reshape the way we live.

Dr. Rickie Moore of Lee University in Cleveland Tennessee, speaks with Austin Wofford about the gift of Tongues and how it is a special way to intercede and communicate with God when our common language fails.

Dr. Steve Seamands of Asbury Theological Seminary joins Pastor Austin Wofford to talk about the Spiritual Gift of Prophecy and discernment around prophecy and how it can be used to encourage the Church and its members.

Austin Wofford preaches out of 1st Corinthians 13 and speaks on Jesus's costly love and being anchored in this love as we participate in the Church and the world around us.

Austin Wofford speaks on Hebrews 4 and Sabbath Rest and how to actively rest in our Creator by trusting in him!

Jorge Castorena speaks on being a tabernacle, a host for God's presence in our every day lives.

Hannah Kendall Thomas, Prayer Leader at Arise, speaks on the rhythms of the Sabbath and why it means a covenant and celebration for God's people

Michael Heard speaks on 1st Peter 2 and how avoiding sin is setting the bar lower than what God would have for us, and how living like Christ is having the freedom to love.

Arise Pastor Austin Wofford speaks on Exodus 33 where the Israelites desire God's presence, over what he can do for them.

Allie Smith speaks on Exodus 19 and being called to be beloved, a nation of priests, a holy nation, and a treasured possession of the one true God.

Jorge Castorena, an elder at a Arise, speaks on the power of intercessory prayer, and Bethani Simpson tells a personal story on how the Holy Spirit led her in an intercessory prayer.

Michael Heard, an author of the Exodus Study at Arise, speaks on the tension between God's wrath and His mercy, but also about the role of an artist in worshipping the one true God.

Dr. David Bennett and Susan Jackson tell their stories at Arise All Gathering.

Pastor Austin Wofford introduces a House Church Plant in Louisville and the vision for expanding what God is doing at Arise. Nick and Hannah are heading the charge in Louisville and they explain their calling and mission.

Helen Musick, House Church Leader at Arise and Teacher, speaks on Exodus 24, and community in the presence of God.

Allie Smith speaks on Beholding Jesus as we study in Numbers 21

Join us for the Exodus Study! In week 1, Arise Pastor Austin Wofford speaks on the difficulties of the passage of Exodus 12, along with having faith that finds freedom in God.

Pastor Austin Wofford speaks on the spiritual gifts and the most important way which is love.

Austin Wofford speaks on Jesus's Resurrection, and how Jesus is not just a moral teacher or spiritual guide, but that He is the essential architect for a new, resurrected life.

Austin Wofford speaks on posturing ourselves to live a life that is surrendered to the Holy Spirit at the March All Gathering.

What if conviction isn’t punishment, but protection? In this teaching, Austin Wofford explores how the Holy Spirit moves us toward confession and freedom, inviting us into a Spirit-filled life marked by joy, healing, and daily intimacy with God.

In this message, Austin Wofford teaches on what it means to yield to the Holy Spirit and move from simply knowing about God to walking with Him in daily relationship. Through Jesus’ promise in John 14, we are invited to slow down, surrender, and open our lives to the presence, voice, and leadership of the Spirit.Austin Wofford is the pastor of Arise Church in Lexington, KY. He is passionate about awakening, prayer, and helping ordinary people encounter God’s presence in everyday life.

Austin Wofford speaks on the Spirit of Adoption at the February All Gathering.

Austin Wofford speaks on Isaiah 54:1-8 and the importance of everyday, non-heroic mission.

In a world that defines greatness by power, fame, and control, Jesus redefines it through service. In this message, Austin unpacks how the practice of service leads us into the paradox of the Kingdom,  that true greatness is not achieved by climbing higher, but by giving ourselves away. Drawing from Jesus’ response to the disciples’ ambition, this teaching explores how service meets practical needs, joins us to Jesus’ mission, and transforms us from the inside out.

Catch up on the latest All Gathering teaching! Austin Wofford walks us through John 13:1-17 where Jesus washes His disciples' feet.

We live in a world where it’s easy to rush past what matters most. In Matthew 25, Jesus shows us how to see what is most important.

On this episode we explore God’s vision of multiplication—not just growth in numbers, but the flourishing and sending of His people. From Genesis to Jesus’ call to “Follow me,” we’ll see how mission is rooted in God’s nature and woven into our everyday lives, transforming ordinary places into Kingdom impact.

Catch up on our latest All Gathering teaching! Austin walks us through Luke 5:1-11 as he kicks off our series Everyday and commissions new house church leaders for the Arise community.

Catch up on the last All Gathering Teaching! Austin Wofford walks us through Exodus 13:17-22 and the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.

Catch up on our last All-Gathering teaching! Austin Wofford teaches on Exodus 6:6-8 and 12:21-27 and the Israelites' journey to deliverance.

Join Austin and Hannah as they introduce us to the book of Exodus and discuss what we can look forward to in house church this summer!

Jorge has been at Arise with his wife, Ashley, since 2022. He has helped with worship, house church leadership, and now serves as an elder at Arise. This teaching explores how the Holy Spirit transforms believers after the resurrection, not only freeing them from sin but renewing them daily into the likeness of Christ. Drawing from Titus 3:1–8, it emphasizes that transformation is often a lifelong process marked by daily dependence on the Spirit, resulting in inward renewal and visible fruit over time.

Nicodemus came to Jesus with a question: How can someone truly know God? Jesus replied, “You must be born again.” This rebirth is the moment of spiritual transformation, where we become new creations, able to know God intimately as sons and daughters.

The woman at the well experienced one of the greatest miracles ever - a transformed life and purpose. We learn from her that now as a new creation she lives a life free of guilt and shame and is empowered to live a life of hope and invitation.

From March 23rd, 2025 All Gathering with our friend, Pete Portal. Join us as we dig into Mark 5 on our witness.

April 6, 2025

Explore practical ways to engage in missional conversations and share your faith, as individuals and as part of a missional community.

We can overcome the fear of sharing our faith by stepping out on mission together. Missional communities create natural opportunities to share Jesus with those who don’t yet know Him. Every house church is not just a discipleship place but a sending base for mission.

In Mark 1:16, we find that discipleship is joining Jesus  on His mission. Andrew and Simon show us that gospel sharing can be like fishing, taking place in the natural and relational flow of everyday life.

Welcome to Arise Church All-Gathering. Once a month, we join together as a community to celebrate God's word and the movement happening in our House Church communities around Lexington, KY. Over the next 6 weeks, join us as we study God's word on sharing our faith so that we can be a community inviting others to heard and learn about the good news of Jesus Christ. On February 17th, we studied Mark 1:1-16. The Gospel message is the message of victory. Study with us to learn more about the call for us to hear, repent, and believe the word of God! For more information about Arise Churches, visit: https://www.arisechurches.com/.

Listen to Austin and Maddie Wofford share about the importance of prayer and fasting at our January All Gathering!

Listen as Austin shares an invitation to fasting for our prayer and fasting initiative.

Ben Hayes shares a personal story about his experience with fasting.

Listen as Ben Hayes shares a testimony about his experience with fasting. Afterwards, Austin shares an invitation to fast for our fasting and prayer series in January.

Join us for our Advent series Teaching, "Faith as Come. Madiie Wofford shares about transforming faith. She talks about becoming a person of faith from Matthew 2:13-15, highlighting the importance of seeking, sacrificing, and surrendering. We hope you enjoy this message.