As we enter the week of Thanksgiving, we need to remember that the Christian life should be filled with holy gratitude - no matter what season we're in. Whether you're on the mountain, in the valley, or on a plateau, your life should be marked with thanksgiving and praise.

In this episode, we continue our journey through Tyler Staton's "The Familiar Stranger," diving deep into Part 2 where we explore the delicate balance between pursuing spiritual experiences and pursuing an authentic relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Are you living in spiritual poverty when God's power is available to you? In this message, Pastor Ryan brings clarity to one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian faith - the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Using powerful illustrations of a Scottish woman who owned valuable bank notes but lived in poverty, and a Texas rancher who owned oil-rich land but never accessed it, this sermon reveals how many Christians possess the Holy Spirit but never allow Him to fully possess them.

In this episode, we dive into the "subtle tragedy" of Christians who accept forgiveness but miss out on the incredible power, authority, and spiritual gifts the Holy Spirit offers. We challenge the internal "cessationist worm" of doubt that tells you miracles are over, and discuss how the fear of man prevents full surrender. Discover why confronting your own powerlessness is the essential first step to activating a life where God’s Kingdom crashes into this world through you! The gifts are waiting—it's time to claim your "ring, robe, and sandals."

Are you afraid of spiritual gifts? Unsure how they work? In this message, we break down the walls of confusion around the gifts of the Spirit and discover how to operate in them biblically and healthily. What You'll Learn: ✅ The difference between abuse and neglect of spiritual gifts ✅ All 9 gifts listed in 1 Corinthians 12 explained ✅ How prophecy and tongues actually work (without the weirdness) ✅ Why every believer is "charismatic" ✅ The difference between seeking gifts vs. seeking the Gift-Giver

Join us for a powerful conversation about moving from simply knowing about the Holy Spirit to truly experiencing His presence and power in everyday life. What We Discuss: Ryan's personal journey from stiff-arming the Holy Spirit to walking in intimacy with Him The difference between observing God's work and actively participating in it Why your deepest wounds might be the key to bringing healing to others Moving beyond "holy huddles" to become rivers of life flowing into broken places How God's power works through wounded, ordinary people Practical spiritual disciplines: faithful prayer, community, sharing testimonies, and starting each day with God

In this special episode, we follow up on our conversation about flowing with God's river and invite you into an interactive Lectio Divina experience. We guide you through a contemplative reading of "The Visit of the Waiter" - a parable about a village, a river, and a mysterious stranger who invites people to wade into the water.

How do we distinguish God's voice from all the competing voices in our lives? In this message, Pastor Ryan explores the practice of hearing from the Holy Spirit in our daily walk with Christ. Key Topics Covered: Recognizing competing voices (our own thoughts, culture, trusted friends, rebellious tendencies) Six ways the Holy Spirit speaks: through God's Word, illuminated Scripture, whispers and impressions, wonders and visions, compelling desires, and worship Overcoming spiritual deafness through prayer, spiritual disciplines, and waiting on God Creating space to listen in the midst of life's busyness Using the metaphor of sheep knowing their shepherd's voice and a personal story about training his dog Ruger, Pastor Ryan reminds us that hearing God's voice requires practice, intentionality, and a willingness to tune out distractions.

How often are we withholding redemptive power just to save face? The pastors get vulnerable about their own journeys, wrestling with authority in prayer, learning to hear the Spirit's promptings, and the challenge of moving from head knowledge to heart experience. Brandon shares a powerful testimony of receiving healing at a pastor's conference that illustrates exactly what this book is teaching. Perfect for anyone who wants to move beyond intellectual Christianity into an experiential relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Discover the 5 key markers of a Spirit-led life: ✝️ Passions - How the Spirit reorients our desires away from the flesh ✝️ Promptings - Learning to hear and respond to the Spirit's voice ✝️ Power - The transformation of our character and the fruit of the Spirit ✝️ Prayer - Understanding how the Spirit directs and intercedes in our prayers ✝️ Praise - Worshiping through the Spirit who exalts Jesus The early church chose a sailboat as their symbol because they understood something profound: we need the wind of God's Spirit to navigate life's turbulent waters. You are no longer defined by your flesh nature - if you belong to Christ, that old nature has been crucified. It's time to stop calling yourself by your sin and start embracing your identity as a saint, a child of the King.

Join Pastor Josh, Pastor Brandon, and Pastor Ryan as they continue their page-by-page journey through Tyler Staton's "The Familiar Stranger" - a deep dive into understanding the Holy Spirit. In this episode, the pastors tackle some challenging questions: Is the Holy Spirit a force or a person? Would you trade your experience with the Holy Spirit for a face-to-face conversation with Jesus? And most importantly - are you available to the Spirit's work in your life?

Join us for part three of our series exploring the Holy Spirit and His work in our lives. In this message, we dive into John chapters 14-16, examining Jesus's "table talk" with His disciples during the Last Supper—a conversation so significant that it takes up 25% of John's Gospel. Discover why Jesus told His disciples "it is for your benefit that I go away" and what that means for believers today. We explore three key benefits of the Holy Spirit's presence: 1️⃣ Deeper Relationship - The Spirit within us vs. Jesus beside us 2️⃣ Empowered Mission - Doing the works of Jesus through the Spirit's power 3️⃣ Eyes Wide Open - Understanding sin, righteousness, and judgment

Welcome to Season 5 of Radiant Reflections! Pastors Josh, Brandon, and Ryan launch a new series on "The Familiar Stranger" by Tyler Staton, exploring the Holy Spirit. They share their diverse church backgrounds and personal experiences with the Spirit, discussing the gap between biblical promises and everyday reality. From Catholic to Pentecostal traditions, they openly address being thirsty, suspicious, or uninformed about the Holy Spirit's work. This conversation kicks off a journey to close the gap between what we believe and what we experience. Running alongside the "In Pursuit of the Spirit" teaching series at Radiant Life Church.

Join us for the second installment of our "Pursuit of the Spirit" teaching series as we explore the multifaceted ministries of the Holy Spirit throughout Scripture. In this fast-paced survey, we'll journey from Genesis to the Gospels, discovering how the Holy Spirit has been active since creation

Pastor Ryan launches this seven-week journey by exploring what it truly means to be the dwelling place of God. From Genesis to John, discover how God’s presence has always pursued His people—and how the same Spirit that filled Jesus now lives within us.

Pastor Ryan explores revival, preparation, and expectancy in a culture that often misunderstands the church. He calls believers to return to God’s presence, embrace Spirit-filled living, and carry the hope of Jesus into everyday life. This is a challenge to move beyond comfort and pursue a deeper hunger for God.

This sermon explores how true revival begins within believers through repentance, prayer, and hunger for God, leading to awakening in the world; Pastor Ryan urges preparation and expectancy for the Holy Spirit to move in the church and community.

Dr. Chris Conrad celebrates Pastor Ryan & Katie and preaches a challenge: don’t let disappointment shrink your expectation of God. A heartfelt look at prayer, the “thorn in the flesh,” and the Holy Spirit’s power to bring healing and hope.

Divine Interruptions, three pastors explore Acts 10–11, where God uses unexpected moments to expand the gospel. From Peter’s vision to the Spirit’s outpouring, we see how life’s disruptions can become divine opportunities for faith and transformation.

What deeply held beliefs might God be asking you to reconsider today? In Acts 10, God shattered Peter's worldview with a simple vision that changed Christianity forever. Discover how God's love breaks through our human boundaries and reaches those we least expect. No one is outside the reach of God's grace—not even those we might consider 'unclean.' #BreakingBarriers #GodsLoveForAll