Being Spiritual: The Role of the Spirit | Gerald Fadayomi
Release Date: 09/21/2025
Local Church Forsyth
In this powerful message, Pastor Chris explores how the Israelites' struggle with manna reveals our own tendency to fixate on provisions rather than the Provider. Through vivid storytelling—from treacherous West Texas hikes to childhood playground memories—he illustrates how we often trust more in what God gives than in God Himself. Drawing from Exodus 16, this timely teaching challenges us to shift our perspective from temporary provisions to the eternal Provider, offering practical wisdom on honoring God with our resources. Whether you're facing financial stress or seeking deeper trust...
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In this devotional, Pastor Chris unpacks how God's incomprehensible peace acts as a protective shield around our hearts and minds. Drawing from Philippians 4, he reveals that true peace isn't found in circumstances or social media scrolling, but in complete surrender to Christ's authority. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, Pastor Chris shows how living "in Christ Jesus" unlocks a soul-deep peace that transcends understanding.
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In Exodus 14, Pastor Chris unpacks how the Israelites faced this exact dilemma—caught between the Red Sea and Pharaoh's army. Through their story, he reveals a powerful truth: unless the Lord rescues, we're destined to fall flat. Rather than rushing back to our "Egypt" or trying to fix everything ourselves, Pastor Chris challenges us to wait faithfully for God's divine intervention, just as He parted the waters for His people. Whether you're facing your own Red Sea moment or simply need hope for the journey ahead, this message offers practical wisdom for trusting God's rescue plan.
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In a powerful exploration of Moses' reluctant journey, Pastor Chris reveals how even this great biblical leader wrestled with "what if they..." doubts, feelings of inadequacy, and wishes for God to choose someone else. Through Moses' story, we discover that God's power works best through our weaknesses, and He equips those He calls. Whether you're facing a daunting transition or divine assignment, this message offers practical wisdom for moving from hesitation to holy confidence. Don't miss this transformative teaching on trusting God's leading despite our fears and limitations.
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In Pastor Chris's powerful message, we discover how God transformed an 80-year-old shepherd into the legendary leader of Israel. Drawing from Moses's encounter with the burning bush, Chris reveals that God delights in using broken, pliable people for His greatest work. Through vivid examples—from baseball gloves to Brussels sprouts—we learn that God's presence matters more than our resume, and His power hasn't dimmed since biblical times. Whether you're facing major decisions or seeking direction for 2026, this message offers practical wisdom for discerning God's call and finding courage...
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Listen for a Year End recap, from Pastor Chris and Pastor Christian, to hear how God has blessed Local Church in 2025.
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In a powerful Christmas Eve message, Pastor Chris shares a transformative encounter between Jesus and Simeon—a moment when one man's lifelong spiritual hunger was finally satisfied. Through a relatable story of his own chaotic Christmas tree mishap, Chris reveals how we often try to prop up our messy lives instead of surrendering to Christ. Ready to trade exhaustion for true peace? This message illuminates how Jesus alone can fulfill the deepest longings of your heart.
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In this powerful message, Pastor Chris unveils how the entire Old Testament points to Jesus as the perfect Passover Lamb, born to be the ultimate sacrifice. Through vivid connections from Exodus to Luke, we discover how Jesus transformed the ancient Passover into something deeply personal—communion. Whether you're wrestling with life's challenges or seeking deeper meaning in familiar traditions, this message reveals why Jesus' sacrifice changes everything. Don't miss this fresh perspective on communion that will transform how you remember Christ's body and blood forever.
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Have you ever wondered what it truly means to encounter a king who changes everything? In Matthew 2, we witness three dramatic responses to Jesus' kingship—from Herod's hostile resistance to the wise men's humble worship. Pastor Chris vividly illustrates how we too often grip tightly to our power, emotions, and possessions instead of surrendering to Christ's authority.
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Pastor Chris invites us to "behold" Jesus through fresh eyes in this powerful message about Emmanuel—God with us. Through Joseph's story of unexpected faith, we discover three transformative truths about Jesus: His divine nature as God incarnate, His humble choice to walk among us, and His boundless love that meets us in our brokenness. Whether facing storms or seeking purpose, this timely message reveals how Emmanuel changes everything. Don't miss this opportunity to encounter Jesus in a new way this Christmas season.
info_outlineIn this compelling message, Pastor Gerald unpacks how the Holy Spirit—the same power that raised Jesus from the dead—lives within believers to transform their lives. Through personal stories of adoption and fatherhood, he reveals five vital roles of the Spirit: convicting us of truth, empowering us to overcome, adopting us into God's family, interceding in our struggles, and shaping us to be more like Jesus. Whether you're wrestling with addiction, facing impossible circumstances, or simply seeking deeper faith, this message offers hope and practical wisdom for experiencing the Spirit's transformative presence. Don't miss this powerful teaching on living a truly Spirit-led life.