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Welcome to the Great Oaks Fellowship weekly podcast! To learn more about us, you can do so by visiting our website at GoFellowship.org. If these messages have blessed you, and you wish to give to our ministry, you can do so by visiting our giving page at GoFellowship.org/Give.

  1. FEB 23

    Our Pursuit: Go After the One (Sammy Lopez)

    This week, guest speaker Sammy Lopez walks us through John 4 and the powerful encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman. This message goes deeper than a conversation at a well - it reveals the heart of a Savior who pursues the lost without fear, without prejudice, and without compromise. What you did, what you’re doing, and who you are does not scare Jesus. And if we belong to Him, we are called to pursue others the same way He pursued us. This sermon challenges us to love boldly, speak truth courageously, and risk rejection for the sake of eternity. 1. “Drink From Someone Else’s Ladle” (John 4:7–11) * Jesus was willing to cross cultural, racial, and religious barriers. * Loving the lost means meeting people where they are. * What someone has done does not disqualify them from grace. 2. “Your Story Is Deeper Than Your Sin” (John 4:16–18) * Jesus sees beyond behavior to the heart. * Sin does not intimidate the Savior. * Grace pursues before transformation begins. 3. “Speak the Truth in Love” (John 4:17–24) * Jesus addressed her sin without rejecting her. * Truth without love is harsh; love without truth is empty. * Calling out sin is not judgment - it is an invitation to freedom. 4. “Be Willing to Be Crucified for It” (John 15:18–20) * Not everyone will receive the message of Christ. * Rejection is part of following Jesus. * Eternity matters more than comfort or popularity. 5. “Pray Dangerous Prayers” * Jesus, let me see others through Your eyes. * Send someone to me, or send me to someone who needs You. * Make me the hands and feet of Jesus. * Give me boldness to pursue others like You did. 6. “Go and Make Disciples” (Matthew 28:19–20) * We pursue because Christ pursued us first. * Evangelism is not optional; it is obedience. * The Gospel is truth, and truth must be proclaimed.

    53 min

  2. FEB 16

    Our Pursuit: Your Thoughts Are Shaping Your Life

    This week, Pastor David teaches that the direction of your life is determined by the direction of your thoughts. Many believers try to change their behavior without addressing their thinking, but Scripture makes it clear that transformation begins in the mind. When we learn to take every thought captive, guard what we allow into our hearts, and fix our minds on God’s truth, we experience freedom, peace, and clarity in His will. God has already given you the mind of Christ - but you must choose to use it. 1. “Your Life Follows Your Strongest Thoughts” (Matthew 22:37; Proverbs 23:7) * Your behavior is a reflection of what you believe and think. * The dominant thoughts in your mind determine the direction of your life. * Loving God includes loving Him with your mind - not just your actions. 2. “Take Every Thought Captive” (2 Corinthians 10:3–5) * Not every thought that enters your mind comes from God. * We must actively capture, confront, and remove thoughts that contradict God’s truth. * Victory begins when we stop agreeing with lies and start submitting our thoughts to Christ. 3. “Guard the Doors of Your Mind” (Romans 12:2) * Your eyes and ears are the primary entry points to your thoughts. * What you consistently consume will shape your thinking and spiritual condition. * Transformation begins when you stop copying the world and allow God to renew your mind. 4. “Replace Lies with God’s Truth” (Philippians 4:6–8) * Freedom doesn’t come from trying harder - it comes from thinking differently. * Fixing your mind on what is true, pure, and praiseworthy produces peace. * God’s peace guards your heart and mind when you surrender your thoughts to Him. 5. “You Have the Mind of Christ” (1 Corinthians 2:16) * Through salvation, God gives you a new heart and a new mind. * You now have access to God’s wisdom through the Holy Spirit. * When your thoughts align with Christ, you begin to walk in His peace, clarity, and purpose. 6. “Fix Your Thoughts on God to Experience His Peace” (Isaiah 26:3; Colossians 3:2) * Peace is the result of fixing your thoughts on God, not your circumstances. * Changing your thinking allows God to transform your life. * When your mind is set on Christ, your life will follow His direction.

    1h 4m

  3. FEB 9

    Our Pursuit: How to Approach God

    This week, Pastor David teaches on how we approach God in prayer and relationship. Many of us come to God only with requests, needs, and crises, but Scripture shows a better way - entering His presence with thanksgiving, reverence, and relationship. When we slow down, remember what He has done, and recognize who He is, prayer stops feeling like a chore and starts becoming life-giving again. This message challenges us to pursue God not just for what He can do, but for who He is. 1. “Remember What He’s Already Done” * Gratitude keeps our hearts grounded and humble. * When we forget what God has done, prayer becomes only a list of requests. * Thanksgiving re-centers our focus on God’s faithfulness. 2. “Enter His Presence the Right Way” * Scripture teaches us to enter His gates with thanksgiving and praise. * How we approach God shapes what we experience in prayer. * Prayer is not only asking - it is honoring, worshiping, and drawing near. 3. “Prayer Is a Relationship, Not a Transaction” * God isn’t a problem-solver on demand; He is a Father who desires relationship. * When prayer is only about needs, we miss the joy of knowing Him. * Real pursuit of God includes listening, waiting, and being present. 4. “The God Who Sustains the Universe Listens to You” * The same God who holds creation together cares about individual lives. * Prayer is intimate because God is personal. * Understanding His greatness makes His nearness even more powerful. 5. “Pursuing God Changes the Way We Live” * Gratitude and reverence transform prayer from a chore into something life-giving. * Slowing down in God’s presence helps us hear His voice. * A healthy prayer life shapes our faith, perspective, and daily walk.

    1 hr

  4. FEB 2

    Our Pursuit: The Cost of Indifference

    This week, Pastor David delivers a sobering and hope-filled call to repentance, reminding us that revival always begins with a change of direction. Drawing from Jesus’ words in John 15 and His letters to the churches in Revelation, we’re confronted with the danger of lukewarm faith, misplaced priorities, and celebrating potential over fruit. This message challenges believers to stop settling for spiritual productivity without intimacy and return to wholehearted pursuit of Christ. Repentance is not shame - it’s an invitation to freedom, fruitfulness, and renewed fire. 1. “Pursuit Is God’s Invitation” (John 15:1–5) * God calls His people to pursue Him because what He wants to do is time-sensitive * Fruitfulness only flows from remaining in Christ * Apart from Jesus, spiritual activity produces nothing of lasting value 2. “Fruit Over Potential” (John 15:8, 16) * God measures discipleship by fruit, not giftedness * Potential without character leads to burnout and compromise * True disciples are recognized by the fruit Jesus produces in them 3. “When the Flame Grows Cold” (Revelation 2:1–5) * Jesus affirms good works but confronts lost love * Spiritual activity cannot replace devotion to God and people * Repentance is required to keep the flame of God’s presence burning 4. “The Danger of Looking Alive” (Revelation 3:1–3) * A reputation for life doesn’t mean spiritual health * God calls His church to wake up and strengthen what remains * Returning to first love restores spiritual vitality 5. “Lukewarm Faith Is Rejected” (Revelation 3:15–20) * Indifference is more dangerous than opposition * Distance from the source produces spiritual numbness * Jesus lovingly confronts and invites us back into fellowship 6. “Repentance Leads to Freedom” (Acts 3:19; 2 Corinthians 7:10) * Repentance is a change of direction, not just remorse * What stays hidden keeps us bound; what’s brought to light brings healing * Godly sorrow leads to life, refreshment, and restored joy

    1h 1m

  5. JAN 28

    What God Wants Most From You (Brad Stroup)

    What does God actually want from us? When Jesus was asked about the greatest commandment, His answer reframed everything - not rules, not performance, but love. In this message, guest speaker Brad Stroup invites us to reset our priorities and rediscover why we were created: to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. This teaching calls us out of distraction, routine faith, and familiarity, and into a daily, intentional pursuit of God that shapes every area of life. 1. The Greatest Commandment Revealed (Matthew 22:36–38; Mark 12:29–30) * Jesus answers the trap with God’s true desire * Love, not rule-keeping, is the highest priority * God reveals His heart through the Son 2. What God Is Actively Seeking (2 Chronicles 16:9; John 4:23) * God’s eyes search for hearts fully committed to Him * True worship flows from love and devotion * God strengthens those who pursue Him 3. Love as Life’s Primary Purpose (Deuteronomy 6:4–5) * Loving God touches every part of who we are * Our roles and callings are secondary, not ultimate * Eternity gives weight to what truly matters 4. The Danger of Familiarity * Routine can replace real affection * Yesterday’s devotion must be renewed today * The greatest commandment requires continual pursuit 5. Practicing a Life of Loving God (Matthew 6:21; Ephesians 1:17) * Where our treasure is, our heart follows * Ongoing prayer keeps love alive * Reaching for God invites fresh grace 6. A Call to Recenter Everything * Love for God doesn’t happen by accident * Growth or drift is always happening * Choosing love sets the direction of our lives

    33 min

  6. JAN 20

    Our Pursuit: Seek First

    This week, Pastor David continues the Our Pursuit series by teaching on fasting and prayer as a powerful way to seek God first. Scripture shows that fasting isn’t about punishment or religious pressure - it’s about positioning our hearts to hear God clearly, receive direction, and experience breakthrough. From Moses on the mountain, to Esther before the king, to Jesus in the wilderness, we see that when God’s people humble themselves through prayer and fasting, God reveals His nature, reverses the plans of the enemy, and positions His people for victory. “Seek First the Kingdom” (Matthew 6:31–33; Psalm 32:8) God promises guidance when we seek Him first. Fasting helps reorder priorities and refocus our hearts. God knows what we need before we ask. “Finding God Through Pursuit” (Jeremiah 29:11–13) God reveals Himself to those who seek Him wholeheartedly. Fasting creates space to hear God clearly. God keeps His promises when we pursue Him. “Moses: Revelation Through Fasting” (Exodus 34:5–6, 9, 28) Moses sought God’s direction and encountered God’s nature. Prayer and fasting led to intimacy and clarity. God revealed truth and covenant through pursuit. “Esther: Favor That Reverses the Enemy” (Esther 4:3, 13–16; 8:16) The Jews fasted and prayed in a moment of crisis. Esther received wisdom and courage through fasting. God reversed the enemy’s plan and brought deliverance. “Victory Comes Through Alignment” (Judges 20:26–28, 48) God’s people fasted when they couldn’t find victory. Prayer and fasting realign hearts, minds, and direction. Victory followed obedience and dependence on God. “Battles We Cannot Win Alone” (Matthew 17:15–21) Some spiritual battles require prayer and fasting. God releases power and deliverance through pursuit. Faith grows when we depend fully on God. “Jesus Modeled the Way” (Matthew 4:1–2, 17) Jesus fasted before beginning His public ministry. Fasting preceded power, clarity, and purpose. Repentance and renewal flow from seeking God first. “Don’t Give Up” (Matthew 7:7–8; Psalm 37:23–24) God invites us to keep asking, seeking, and knocking. Even when we stumble, God holds us steady. This fast may be the moment God shifts everything.

    1h 21m

  7. JAN 14

    Our Pursuit: Prayer That Moves Heaven

    This week, Pastor David launches the Our Pursuit series by calling the church to intentional, passionate prayer. Scripture shows that prayer is not passive wishful thinking - it is active pursuit. From Jeremiah’s promise that God will be found by those who seek Him wholeheartedly, to Jesus’ call to pray without giving up, we’re reminded that prayer is how we draw near to God, gain supernatural strength, avoid deception, and build our lives on a solid foundation. Prayer isn’t performance, pressure, or perfect words - it’s an invitation to personally meet with God and experience transformation. 1. “Pursuit, Not Passivity” (Jeremiah 29:11–14) Biblical pursuit means chasing God with intent and intensity.God promises to be found by those who seek Him wholeheartedly.Everyone is as close to God as they choose to be. 2. “Prayer Strengthens Us Supernaturally” (1 Samuel 30:4–6) David found strength in the Lord when everything was falling apart.Prayer renews us when emotions, people, and circumstances fail us.Strength is found in God’s presence, not in human solutions. 3. “Prayer Protects Us From Deception” (Joshua 9:14–15; Proverbs 3:5–6) Israel made a costly mistake by failing to consult the Lord.Prayer keeps us from relying solely on our own understanding.God directs and straightens the paths of those who trust Him. 4. “Persistent Prayer Brings Breakthrough” (Luke 18:1–8) Jesus teaches us to pray always and not lose heart.Persistence is not manipulation—it’s faith in action.God responds to the cries of His people day and night. 5. “Prayer Is Not a Performance” (Matthew 6:5–6) God values private prayer over public display.Prayer is about relationship, not religious approval.The Father rewards sincere, hidden pursuit. 6. “Prayer Isn’t About Perfect Words” (Romans 8:26–27) The Holy Spirit helps us when we don’t know what to pray.God understands groans, tears, and silent cries.Prayer aligns us with God’s will even in weakness. 7. “Prayer Is a Safe Place” (Psalm 62:8; Matthew 11:28) God invites us to pour out our hearts honestly before Him.Prayer is where burdens are exchanged for rest.God meets us with refuge, not rejection. 8. “Prayer Is Daily and Ongoing” (Matthew 7:7–11) Jesus calls us to keep asking, seeking, and knocking.Prayer is persistence, not a one-time event.God delights in giving good gifts to His children. 9. “Prayer Builds a Firm Foundation” (Matthew 7:24–27) Obedience flows from time spent with God.Prayer anchors our lives to the rock, not the sand.Storms reveal the strength of what prayer has built. 10 .“Prayer Is God’s Invitation” (Psalm 27:7–8; 2 Chronicles 7:14–15) God personally invites His people to meet with Him.Humility, prayer, and repentance bring healing and restoration.God promises to hear, forgive, and restore.

    1h 3m

  8. 12/30/2025

    His Pursuit: When Faith Wavers (David Faunce)

    This week, guest speaker David Faunce teaches from Matthew 11–12 and addresses a struggle every believer faces at some point: doubt. Even John the Baptist - the one who prepared the way for Jesus - found himself questioning when circumstances didn’t match his expectations. Through the lives of John, the Pharisees, and the crowds who witnessed Jesus’ miracles, we discover that not all doubt is the same. Some doubt is rooted in indifference, some in rebellion, and some in honest confusion. Jesus responds differently to each, revealing that the real issue is not the presence of doubt, but the posture of the heart. This message invites us to bring our questions to Jesus and find rest in Him - not certainty in circumstances, but trust in who He is. 1. “When Even the Faithful Doubt” (Matthew 11:1–3) * John the Baptist questions Jesus while sitting in prison. * Doubt can surface even in strong, faithful believers. * The issue is not doubt itself, but what’s happening beneath it. 2. “Doubt Rooted in Indifference” (Matthew 11:20–24) * The towns witnessed miracles but refused to repent. * Exposure to God’s activity does not equal surrender to God’s presence. * Indifference hears truth but chooses comfort over response. 3. “Surrounded by Truth, Unchanged by It” (Matthew 11:20; James 1:22) * Familiarity with truth can dull spiritual sensitivity. * Sitting under teaching without responding hardens the heart. * Indifference puts faith to sleep without realizing it. 4. “Doubt Rooted in Rebellion” (Matthew 12:22–26, 34) * The Pharisees saw clear evidence and still resisted Jesus. * Rebellious doubt knows the truth but refuses to submit to it. * Our words reveal what our hearts have already decided. 5. “A Hardened Heart Is Dangerous” (Matthew 12:34; Hebrews 3:15) * Hardened hearts don’t break slowly - they shatter suddenly. * Rebellion wants a God who agrees, not a God who leads. * Jesus confronts rebellion to prevent permanent blindness. 6. “Doubt Rooted in Honest Confusion” (Matthew 11:4–6; Isaiah 35:2–6) * John’s doubt came from unmet expectations, not unbelief. * Jesus responds with compassion, not rebuke. * Honest doubt still leans toward God, not away from Him. 7. “Unmet Expectations Are Where Doubt Is Born” (Psalm 13; Matthew 11:6) * Doubt often begins when God’s timing or plan doesn’t match ours. * Confusion becomes dangerous only when it hardens the heart. * God invites us to bring our disappointment directly to Him. 8. “Come to Me” (Matthew 11:28–30) * Jesus invites the weary, the wounded, and the burdened. * He offers rest, not answers to every question. * Faith grows when we trust the Person, not just the plan.

    42 min
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Welcome to the Great Oaks Fellowship weekly podcast! To learn more about us, you can do so by visiting our website at GoFellowship.org. If these messages have blessed you, and you wish to give to our ministry, you can do so by visiting our giving page at GoFellowship.org/Give.

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    Great Oaks Fellowship
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
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