Hazen Stevens Podcast

Hazen Stevens
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A collection of past and present teachings from Hazen Stevens who is currently serving as the Executive Pastor of Operations at GateCity Church in Atlanta, GA.

  1. MAR 1

    Culture of Hunger | Part 2: Hunger for the Word

    In Week 2 of the Culture of Hunger series, Pastor Hazen Stevens calls us back to a deep, joyful longing for Scripture. Psalm 119 stands at the center of the Bible as a testimony to wholehearted devotion—“Blessed are those whose way is blameless… who seek Him with all their heart.” The psalmist doesn’t merely respect God’s Word—he delights in it, hides it in his heart, and builds his life upon it.This message reminds us that there is no other book like the Bible. It is living and active. It reveals Christ. It forms maturity. Without a steady diet of Scripture, we live without protection, correction, or direction.Key Scriptures:Psalm 119:1–16, Hebrews 4:12, John 1:1–14, Ephesians 6:17, 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Matthew 4, Matthew 5, Luke 22:37, Matthew 7:24–27, James 1:22, Colossians 3:16Main Points:1. The Word is unlike any other book—it is living, active, and reveals Christ2. The Word Protects – “It is written” (Matthew 4)3. The Word Corrects – “You have heard… but I tell you” (Matthew 5)4. The Word Directs – Jesus let Scripture guide even His suffering (Luke 22:37)5. Storms reveal foundation—steady intake of Scripture builds resilience6. The goal is not information, but transformation➤ For more information and ways to connect, visit www.presencecenteredlife.comNotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14c51pMnh43SZh5hp1fHNOZWVye4biW4sk7ItWfEDkLk/edit?usp=sharing#CultureOfHunger #HungerForTheWord #Psalm119 #SwordOfTheSpirit #GateCityBuckhead #PresenceCenteredLife #SpiritualFormation #BuildOnTheRock #SundaySermon #ChristianPodcast

    34 min

  2. FEB 24

    Culture of Hunger | Part 1: A Culture of Spiritual Hunger by Billy Humphrey

    What does it look like to live as a spiritual family marked by hunger for God?In this opening message of the Culture of Hunger series, Billy Humphrey teaches that spiritual hunger is the essential edge in the Christian life. Hunger perseveres through trials, stays faithful in mundane seasons, seeks God in dry times, and presses in when He is moving. Giftedness may open doors—but hunger sustains destiny. Hunger is currency in the Kingdom of God, and God moves toward desire.Drawing from the lives of Moses, David, and Paul, this message reminds us that spiritual hunger expresses itself in pursuit—not just service, but seeking. Not loving what God gives, but loving God Himself.Key Scriptures:Luke 1:53, Exodus 33, Psalm 63:1, Philippians 3:7–10, Proverbs 27:7, Revelation 2:1–7, Ephesians 5:14, Matthew 5:6, 2 Peter 1:13, Ephesians 1:17–21, Matthew 4:4Main Points:1. Spiritual hunger perseveres and sustains long-term faithfulness2. Hunger is about desire, not performance—anyone can be hungry3. Barriers include distraction, busyness, misdirected affections, and losing first love4. We stir hunger by getting empty, remembering, praying for revelation, and fasting5. Our schedule reveals what we truly hunger for➤ For more information and ways to connect, visit www.presencecenteredlife.orgNotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RdeHZU7uzJoPUUR3s2TLIrQrPsXRik3wVyPYFYT0Pt8/edit?usp=sharing#CultureOfHunger #SpiritualHunger #GateCityBuckhead #PresenceCenteredLife #SeekFirst #FirstLove #KingdomDesire #SundaySermon #ChristianPodcast #PursueGod

    43 min

  3. FEB 16

    One Year Anniversary | Strike The Ground

    A prohetic message

    19 min

  4. FEB 2

    Start Strong | Part 4: Finishing Strong

    It’s not just how you start—it’s how you finish. In this final message of the Start Strong series, Pastor Hazen Stevens calls us to persevere when the summit is only halfway. Drawing from Hebrews 12 and the apostle Paul’s life across decades, we’re reminded that endurance is not just for sprinters but for finishers. Through biblical insight and stories like Gabriela Andersen-Schiess's iconic Olympic finish, we’re challenged to press on, even when it hurts.Key Scriptures:Hebrews 12:1–3, 2 Timothy 4:6–8, 1 Corinthians 9:24–26, Philippians 3:13–14Main Points:1. Start Strong – Count the cost and begin with the end in mind (Luke 14:25–34)2. Stay Strong – Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus in the middle of the race (Matt. 13:44–45)3. Finish Strong – Endure opposition and don’t grow weary or lose heart (Heb. 12:3)4. Paul’s own race metaphor develops across his life: from active pressure (Corinthians), to deep surrender (Philippians), to final faithfulness (2 Timothy)4. “The summit is only halfway”—faith finishes what it starts➤ For more, visit presencecenteredlife.com#StartStrong #FinishStrong #PresenceCenteredLife #EnduranceInFaith #Hebrews12 #PaulFinishedTheRace #SundaySermon #GateCityBuckhead #ChristianPodcast #RunToWin

    30 min

  5. FEB 2

    Start Strong | Part 3: Strengthened By Joy

    In this powerful follow-up to Start Strong, Pastor Hazen Stevens challenges us to live with wholehearted devotion and long-term endurance. Drawing from Hebrews 12 and Jesus' parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price, we discover that true strength doesn’t come from comfort—it comes from vision. We stay strong when we believe the joy on the other side of surrender is greater than the cost.This message unpacks historical stories like the Black Prince’s Ruby and Mel Fisher’s discovery of the Atocha treasure to illustrate how unseen value calls for all-in sacrifice. Just like the merchant who sold everything for one pearl, staying strong means seeing what others don’t—and acting in faith before the world understands.Key Scriptures:Hebrews 12:1–2, Matthew 13:44–46, Matthew 6:19–20, 2 Timothy 4:6–8Main Points:1. The Kingdom is worth everything—joy makes the cost possible2. Surrender is not loss, but the wisest investment of all3. Faith lets us see what’s hidden and walk through pain with purpose4. The reward of endurance is far greater than the world’s applause5. Many quit not for lack of belief, but because the cost feels too high—yet infinite joy is still on offer➤ For sermon notes and more, visit presencecenteredlife.com#StartStrong #StayStrong #PresenceCenteredLife #KingdomTreasure #JoyOfSurrender #EnduringFaith #Matthew13 #Hebrews12 #GateCityBuckhead #ChristianPodcast #SundaySermon

    33 min

  6. FEB 2

    Intersection Sunday: A Conversation on Faith & Business w/ Jim Blanchard

    How do you start strong—not just in a new year, but in life, leadership, and faith? And more importantly, how do you stay strong when challenges come?In this special Start Strong session, Hazen Stevens, Lead Pastor of GateCity Buckhead, sits down with Jim Blanchard, former Chairman and CEO of Synovus Bank, for an honest and inspiring conversation about navigating calling, pressure, and purpose across seasons.Over his 35-year tenure, Jim helped lead Synovus through dramatic growth, economic cycles, and moments of personal testing—not with perfection, but with a deep trust in God’s placement and purpose. In this conversation, Hazen and Jim explore what it means to be placed by God in leadership, to walk faithfully through personal and professional storms, and to finish strong by His grace.They share insights on:-What it really means to start strong—and why it matters-How to stay anchored through setbacks, suffering, and pressure-Seeing every challenge as part of God's refining work-The importance of humility, prayer, and perseverance in leadership-Trusting God's placement in seasons that don’t make sense-This is more than leadership talk—it’s a deep reminder that the strength to stand comes from the One who placed you there.

    52 min

  7. JAN 18

    Start Strong | Part 2: Sell All for the Ultimate Riches

    In this powerful message, Pastor Hazen Stevens teaches that the Kingdom of God is worth more than anything we could ever give up to gain it. Like a man who joyfully sells everything to buy a hidden treasure, we’re called to radical surrender—not out of duty, but out of delight. The true cost is not what we lose, but what we miss if we don’t see the value of the Kingdom now. Key Scriptures: Hebrews 12:1–2, Matthew 13:44–46, Matthew 6:19–20 Main Points: 1. The Kingdom’s value is hidden to some—but revealed to those who seek 2. Surrender is not loss, but wise investment in eternal treasure 3. People sacrifice everything for earthly wealth—how much more for what lasts forever? 4. We don’t want too much—we want too little 5. True obedience often comes before others recognize its worth ➤ For more, visit presencecenteredlife.comNotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cwL-oacp9N9nBQfYeE4L3Y-PRjdOYp5k7d7Y5C4hEHw/edit?usp=sharing#StartStrong #SellAllForTheKingdom #PresenceCenteredLife #EternalTreasure #Matthew13 #GateCityBuckhead #ChristianPodcast #SundaySermon #KingdomJoy #RadicalSurrender

    39 min

  8. JAN 6

    Start Strong | Part 1: Count the Cost

    In this opening message of the Start Strong series, Pastor Hazen Stevens challenges us to begin the year not with impulse, but with intention. Jesus told us to “count the cost” of discipleship—because unfinished towers and unplanned battles lead to loss. Drawing from Scripture and stories of victory and failure, this message calls us to build wisely, prepare thoroughly, and follow Jesus with resolve.Key Scriptures: Luke 14:28–33, Proverbs 24:3–6, Ephesians 6:12, Psalm 90:12Main Points:1. Discipleship is costly—but the cost is purposeful2. Preparation matters more than passion under pressure3. Lasting lives are built with wisdom, not impulse4. You are both building and battling—neutral ground doesn’t exist➤ For more visit presencecenteredlife.comNotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d0FCBEfmE_1uUico7Xd7bXNMf6dltNUIsYmnpHkQm_4/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0#StartStrong #CountTheCost #PresenceCenteredLife #WiseBuilders #SpiritualWarfare #FollowingJesus #GateCityBuckhead #ChristianPodcast #SundaySermon

    54 min
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A collection of past and present teachings from Hazen Stevens who is currently serving as the Executive Pastor of Operations at GateCity Church in Atlanta, GA.

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  • Creator
    Hazen Stevens
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    184
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Hazen Stevens
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