Ed Young Messages - Audio
249 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 119 ratingsEd Young is a pastor, author and conference speaker noted for his creative communication style. Through his leadership as founding and Lead Pastor of Fellowship Church, the church has been consistently ranked as one of the most attended churches in North America over the past decade. Since 1990, Fellowship has grown from 30 families to multiple campuses in Dallas/Fort Worth (TX) and an online campus as well.
With a passion to equip and train leaders in the church, Ed began C3 Global, CreativePastors.com and the Creative Church Conference (C3) in order to provide resources to thousands of pastors and leaders around the world.
Ed has also had the opportunity to publish several books on the topics of leadership, Christian living, marriage and parenting. Ed is a New York Times best-selling author and his books include: Sexperiment: 7 Days to Lasting Intimacy with Your Spouse. His other books include: The Marriage Mirror; The Creative Leader; and Outrageous, Contagious Joy.
Ed’s latest book, The Creative Marriage, was released in February 2022. He and his wife, Lisa, have four grown children and five grandchildren.
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Episodes
A Conversation With Dr. Phil McGraw
April 07, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBPastor Ed Young sits down with Dr Phil McGraw for a candid discussion on faith, family, and the future of America. Dr. Phil shares his insights on the challenges facing our nation, the impact of technology on our youth, and the crucial role of the church in building strong communities.
Reclaim Your God-Given Authority
March 31, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this message, Ed Young illustrates the concept of something being lost and found to explore how we have lost the authority originally given by God, but through Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection, this authority has been legally regained, offering us protection, identity, and purpose under God's sovereignty.
Trusting Gods Authority When You Don’t Understand
March 24, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this sermon, Ed Young illustrates through biblical and personal stories how rebellion against God's authority leads to personal and spiritual failure, emphasizing the importance of obedience and submission to God's ordained authority structures in our lives.
Finding Freedom Under God's Authority
March 17, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this sermon, Ed Young explores the concept of spiritual authority, illustrating that God has entrusted us with the "umbrella of authority" to live under His guidance and extend His kingdom, urging us to embrace this responsibility rather than reject it.
Unhooked: Resisting Temptation's Snare
February 04, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this message, Ed Young explores the nature of temptation. He compares it to a strategic fishing process by the devil and emphasizes that individuals can navigate and overcome these challenges through awareness, faith, and God's guidance.
Overcoming Life's Challenges With Faith & Confidence
January 28, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this message, Pastor Ed shares a metaphor about life and its challenges, comparing it to swimming with sharks, and emphasizes the importance of being attentive, seeing clearly, breathing properly, and swimming confidently to navigate through life's difficulties.
Reeling In Your Thoughts
January 21, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this message, Pastor Ed illustrates the spiritual journey using the metaphor of shark fishing, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and transforming our thoughts, akin to catching, tagging, and releasing sharks, to align with the mind of Christ and resist negative influences.
Taking Control Of Our Thoughts
January 14, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this message, Pastor Ed Young emphasizes the importance of aligning our thoughts, attitudes, and actions with God's will, using metaphors of fishing to illustrate the process of capturing and transforming our thoughts to reflect Christ-like humility, purity, contentment, and thankfulness.
Altar It
January 07, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBSurrendering our pain to God allows us to witness his transformative power as we handle the difficulties of life. In this message on trust and dependency, Pastors Ed and Lisa Young eloquently address the four critical questions surrounding pain: where, when, why and what. They Biblically unfold a roadmap for navigating life’s hardships with Jesus as our guide and comforter. The Youngs’ resolutely demonstrate how we can walk through pain and be aligned with his purpose.
A Christmas From Hell
December 24, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this message, Ed Young reflects on the chaos and lessons of a particularly tumultuous Christmas, illustrating how sin separates but God's love and forgiveness can initiate healing and reconciliation.
Advantageously Living: Preparing for Christ's Second Coming
December 03, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBIn this enlightening sermon, Pastor Young delves into the importance of the Advent season, a time dedicated to preparing for Jesus' incarnation and His glorious return. He uses powerful parables from Matthew 24 and 25 to illustrate three key principles for believers: Be Responsible - Manage what God has entrusted to you. Be Ready - Stay spiritually vigilant for Christ's return. Be Resourced - Utilize your spiritual gifts wisely.
God. Family. Football.
November 19, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBJoin Pastor Ed Young in an engaging conversation with Denny Duron, the central figure of the Amazon series 'God. Family. Football.' As a former national champion quarterback and a champion-winning high school football coach, who later embraced the path of pastoral leadership, Denny shares his personal journey. Discover how his deep faith and relationship with Jesus have been pivotal in shaping his approach to leadership and life. Learn about Denny's steadfast commitment to prioritizing God i...
Finding Strength Through Pain: A Journey of Trusting God
November 12, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBGod in his goodness has forged a path through life’s pain. In fact, our freedom was purchased in the sacrificial offering of Jesus on the cross. The key to unlocking the path lies in our trust, relinquishing control to God. Pastor Ed Young discusses the topic of surrendering our pain and lives to God. When we do so he not only establishes our path, but also illuminates our path. In this surrender, clarity and purpose unfold, revealing a transformative journey shaped by the profound wisdom an...
Why God Allows Pain: Finding Purpose in Suffering
November 05, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThe question that perplexes most people is the coexistence of a loving God and suffering of people. Many wonder how can a loving God allow bad things happen to good people. The specific reasons behind our suffering may ultimately be a mystery, but it calls for a trust in an all-powerful and all-knowing God. Through the example of Jesus as he walked on earth as man and as he experienced pain and suffering, he exemplified endurance and a model of trusting God’s plan. Pastor Ed Young delivers a...
The Family Cell: Biblical Principles & the Structure of Family
October 08, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBPastor Ed Young dives deep into the essence of family, drawing parallels between the regeneration of human cells and the dynamics of family life. Through captivating stories like Justin's transformation and a dying father's redemption, this sermon underscores the importance of putting God at the center of our families, understanding the biblical hierarchy, and guarding against dangers that threaten the family unit. Discover the roles of the family nucleus, cytoplasm, and membrane in building...
Spiritual Warfare: Equipping Yourself with the Armor of God
September 10, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBWe can find ourselves unwittingly caught in the crossfire, vulnerable and unprepared. Thankfully, we are provided with spiritual battle gear and the necessary training partner to equip ourselves and fight from a place of victory. Pastors Ed Young scrutinizes the effectiveness of our preparation and encourage us to engage in the ongoing battle against the devil.
Spiritual Warfare: The Armor Of God - Part 2
September 03, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBContinue your journey through Ephesians 6 with Pastor Ed Young in this insightful sermon series on the armor of God. In Part 2, Pastor Young delves into the empowering roles of the 'shield of faith,' 'helmet of salvation,' and 'sword of the spirit.' These aren't just metaphors; they signify the essential tools and protections that equip Christians to face spiritual confrontations. Understand how these elements guide and defend our spiritual journey, ensuring we remain steadfast in the battle...
Spiritual Warfare: The Armor Of God - Part 1
August 27, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBDive into what Ephesians 6 has to say about spiritual warfare with Pastor Ed Young in this enlightening sermon on the armor of God. In Part 1, Pastor Young sheds light on the pivotal roles of the 'belt of truth,' 'breastplate of righteousness,' and 'shoes of peace.' Far from mere symbols, these elements encapsulate the core beliefs and attitudes that anchor a Christian's life, acting as protective shields for our hearts and minds in the face of spiritual challenges.
Spiritual Warfare: Understanding God's Strategy & The Enemy's Schemes
August 20, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBWe stand poised for battle against our adversary, the devil. In this message Pastor Ed discusses the spiritual battles we face against the enemy. He speaks to the strongholds Christ followers encounter, the strategies God provides, and the enemy's schemes. Because of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, we can overcome these challenges and live a life of VICTORY!
Spiritual Warfare: Understanding God's Strategy & The Enemy's Schemes | Ed Young
August 20, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBWe stand poised for battle against our adversary, the devil. In this message Pastor Ed discusses the spiritual battles we face against the enemy. He speaks to the strongholds Christ followers encounter, the strategies God provides, and the enemy's schemes. Because of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, we can overcome these challenges and live a life of VICTORY!
Spiritual Warfare: How to Break Free From Satan's Strongholds
August 13, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBDiscover the spiritual weapons and armor Christians need to demolish the enemy's strongholds with pastor Ed Young. In this powerful teaching, you'll learn what spiritual warfare is, who Satan is, and how he operates through "strongholds" in people's lives. Understand the 3 main strongholds Satan uses - personal, ideological, and cosmic - to undermine faith. Learn the secret to accessing God's power, putting on His full armor, and engaging in victorious spiritual warfare through prayer.
Interview With A Pornstar: Part 2
July 16, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBDiscover an inspiring journey from the darkness of despair to the radiant light of redemption in part 2 of Pastor Ed Young’s conversation with a former porn star. You’ll be encouraged by how his life which was once ravaged by depression and suicidal thoughts, became reborn through the healing power of Jesus Christ. Witness a true testimony of personal growth and faith in overcoming addiction and mental health battles. Whether you're in the grip of depression, feeling lost, or just needing re...
Interview With A Pornstar: Part 1
July 09, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBPastor Ed Young sits down for an interview with a former pornstar whose life was once overwhelmed by hurt, depression, and thoughts of suicide. This powerful testimony shows the journey from despair to grace, showing the healing power that comes from Jesus Christ. This isn't just a story for those battling depression or feeling lost - it's a beacon of hope for anyone doubting their ability to change and grow! This message serves as a reminder of the life-altering power of second chances thro...
Reframed
July 02, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBJoin Pastor Ed Young as he sits down for a heart-to-heart with former Congressman Trey Gowdy. They chat about God, family, and the current state of America, combining their spiritual and political insights in a way that's sure to get you thinking. After their talk, don't miss out as Pastor Ed shares a moving message about the sense of freedom we can experience when we choose to live within the structure that God has set up for us. It's an eye-opening conversation you won't want to miss.
Find Freedom Through God’s Framework
June 25, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIn today’s powerful message, we explore the extraordinary plan extends to us as believers. We discover freedom flourishes when we wholeheartedly embrace the divine blueprint meticulously crafted by Jesus for our lives. Pastor Ed Young passionately delivers an inspirational message that empowers us to discern the privileges that await us as we align with God’s design.
Ed Young & Jocko Willink: Lead Well
May 28, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBJocko Willink, a renowned author, podcaster, former Navy officer of Seal Team 3, and esteemed leadership consultant, possesses an unparalleled depth of authority and wisdom. With his vast experience on the battlefield and in life, Jocko imparts invaluable leadership and communication insights that have the potential to revolutionize your business and personal life. His words are not mere platitudes; they are powerful nuggets of guidance that can ignite transformation and drive success in all...
What Would Jesus Say To Joe Biden?
May 07, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBCould you imagine if Jesus sat down in the Oval Office and had a conversation with the 46th President, Joe Biden? What would he say? In this captivating sermon, Pastor Ed illustrates the profound importance of being born again by encouraging President Biden and us to pursue truth in our lives relentlessly. This message challenges us to examine our relationship with Jesus, accept our human fallibility, and embrace the awe-inspiring greatness of God. Don't miss this must-watch sermon that spea...
What Would Jesus Say To Joe Rogan?
April 30, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBIn this thought-provoking discussion, Pastor Ed Young explores "What Would Jesus Say To Joe Rogan?"—the actor, comedian, and host of America's #1 podcast. This video delves into Jesus' potential conversation with Joe Rogan, touching on faith, spirituality, and life purpose. Jesus might praise Rogan for his wit and inquisitive nature while encouraging him to put his faith in Christ. By placing trust in God, both Joe Rogan and all of us can uncover a deeper sense of significance and satisfact...
What Would Jesus Say To Donald Trump?
April 16, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBWhat would Jesus say to Donald Trump, the most polarizing yet popular person in our land? Pastor Ed Young dives into this exciting message of truth and wisdom from the Bible delivering a timely word for all of us. Jesus would probably speak to former President Trump about his pride and remind him that Christ is the answer to all the world’s problems. He would reiterate it’s time to “fire yourself” and don’t try to do deals with God. The most important thing he would say to Donald Trump is, “...
What Would Jesus Say To Tiger Woods?
April 09, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBIn Pastor Ed Young’s message entitled, “What Would Jesus Say To Tiger Woods” he focuses on the love and kindness that Jesus displays toward the pain Tiger has experienced. Jesus would recognize Tiger’s abilities, including his concentration and competitiveness. Jesus would encourage him to focus on Christ. Additionally, Jesus would offer Tiger a new course to follow, suggesting that with Jesus as his guide, Tiger would have the ultimate “caddy” to help him navigate life’s challenges.
How To Be Courageous
March 05, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBCourage is a scarce commodity in today’s world. It takes courage to face the ordinary challenges of life. God will give us strength and enable us to live courageously. Pastor Ed dives into Scripture using the life of Simon Peter and puts handles on how we can be courageous in our daily lives.
How To Build Character & Increase Your Courage Quotient!
February 26, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIf you want to learn to be courageous and stand firm in your convictions no matter the cost, this message is for you. Get ready to be inspired as Pastor Ed Young delivers a powerful message on the need to have courage as we follow Jesus. In this talk, Pastor Ed draws from the story of the children of Israel to demonstrate how easily courage can crumble and how God wants us to possess all the promises He has for us. We learn that courage is essential for all believers and are urged to regular...
Breaking The Cycle Of Shame Through Forgiveness
February 05, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBAre you held captive by shame? Does it shape your thoughts, decisions and future? In this message, Pastor Ed Young sheds light on the path to breaking free from shame. By forgiving yourself and others while embracing the transformative power of God. You can reclaim your freedom and live a life of peace! Embrace the freedom and joy that come with letting go, through the power of Jesus.
Unleashing Unforgiveness Is Unbelievable
January 29, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBOne of the most difficult challenges we face is forgiving people who have hurt us. Forgiveness is unnatural but can be unbelievable when we realize it is more for us than for the offender! In this message, Pastor Ed Young helps us discover the freedom that comes with forgiveness!
How To Increase Your Shame
January 22, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBDo you deal with waves of shame consistently? Shame comes from various sources,and who or what we listen to determines the amount of shame that we will be shackled to. Pastor Ed Young explores the story of Saul as we find freedom from the cycle of shame. It is time to deal with shame and live in freedom and peace, free from the destruction of shame and regret.
Recognizing Shame & Dealing With It!
January 15, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBAre you feeling trapped in a cycle of shame? The enemy wants to keep you captive in guilt and stuck in your shame. But there is hope! In this sermon, Pastor Ed Young explores the story of Moses and how we can find the freedom and peace that Jesus offers us. It’s time to break free from the crippling effects of shame and live out the amazing plans Jesus has for you!
Shame: Why We Feel It, What It does to Us, and How to Overcome It
January 08, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBAre you struggling with shame? Do you feel like you can't escape it? In this message Pastor Ed Young explores the nature of shame, where it came from, and how it plays out in our lives. But there is hope, Pastor Ed discusses how God provided a way for us to be free from shame and how we can break the cycle. Don't let shame weigh you down any longer!
How To Get To Heaven
November 13, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBIf someone is drowning, what do you do? Do you respond? Or would you wait for someone else to help? In this message, Pastor Ed clarifies the four steps of rescuing a sinking soul. The rescue crew never stops: they are constantly seeking and searching. Let's discover tips on sharing with others the only ticket to Heaven, Jesus.
How To Share Your Faith
November 06, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBPeople can't rescue themselves, but God has a plan! In this talk, Pastor Ed Young teaches us how to simply communicate THE GOOD NEWS, the life-changing message of Jesus. However, before we talk about the Good News, we must speak of the BAD NEWS. We all fall short of God and are separate from Him. The WORST NEWS is we can't bridge the gap on our own, and we are destined to spend forever apart from God unless we're rescued. But here's THE BEST NEWS, we can share Jesus with anyone at any time, ...
Why Should You Share Jesus with Others?
October 30, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBYour ability to help others God has placed around you is determined by your willingness to share your rescue story with them. Once Jesus has rescued us, we are called to help rescue others. Why is it that so many people struggle to share with others the rescuing power of Jesus? Every day there are people all around us who are drowning and don’t even realize it! During this sermon, Pastor Ed Young unpacks why we must use our sphere of influence to reach others for Jesus. The ring is the thi...
Tug Of War
October 23, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBPlayed across the ancient world, Tug of War is one of the oldest games known to man. Pitting two teams' strengths against one another, it remains a popular sport today. In this message, Pastor Ed Young teaches that we engage in a cosmic game of Tug of War the moment we realize that we are sinking in our sin and accept Christ as our Savior. The evil one doesn’t want us to rescue the lost. He tosses rational lies for not doing what God has tasked us to do, tugging us in the wrong direction. We...
The Rescue: The Ring Is The Thing
October 16, 2022 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBIn any rescue situation, the mission is always to save lives at all costs, to do the seemingly impossible, offering a second chance to those facing imminent physical peril. The same is true when it comes to our spiritual health. In fact, our need to be rescued by God is even more crucial to our ultimate survival. The Bible is an anthology with a central theme woven throughout the annals of time — rescue. God didn’t leave us to sink and drown in our sin and depravity. In his great love, he ...
The Blended Family
October 02, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBCouples in blended — or “step” — families often feel misunderstood, even in the church. They struggle with complicated child behavioral issues, battle-pitched custody fights, and difficulty finding unity in co-parenting. Threatening emotions such as guilt, shame, fear, and isolation are often overwhelming and become too much to bear. That’s why NOW is the time for these families to feel heard, helped, healed, and hopeful about the future — in fact, with Jesus, the best is yet to come! In th...
Wake Up To Wokeism
September 25, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB#wokeism #sermons #christianity #scripture When you're asleep, you don't know you're sleeping until you're awake — since we spend 1/3 of our lives sleeping, we have a lot of waking up to do! In this message, Pastor Ed Young teaches that ideas have consequences — deceptive or dire ideas have destructive effects. We learn that Wokeism is a bad idea, and we must wake up to its aftermath, which originates with the enemy himself. And we’ll discover that life fires on all cylinders when we wa...
The Wolf Of Wokeism
September 11, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBTHE WOLF OF WOKEISM The Wolf of Wokeism, a neo-Paganistic, neo-Marxist system, is vying for our families across this great nation. Every day, we must fight for the health and safety of our kids. But how do we slay this beast that, at times, seems so innocent while it devours the country's moral fabric? In this talk, Pastors Ed and Lisa Young prepare us for battle, giving us practical handles on building our kids' lives on a biblical, Christ-centered worldview. We’ll discover that when we c...
Has The Church Gone WOKE?
August 28, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBWOKE-OLOGY What is “woke”? In today’s culture, we are constantly hit by wave after wave of wokeism as our government and educational systems decry racism and burst all boundaries in sexuality. Even our churches shy away from addressing what being woke means and alerting us to its havoc. In this message, Pastor Ed Young dives headlong into this controversial matter, challenging us to think the way we think and teaching us how to wade past wokeism in our daily lives with biblical truths that l...
How to have a Christian Worldview
August 21, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBWhat is the Christian worldview? What is the woke worldview? What is your worldview? In this sermon, Pastor Ed Young breaks down the differences between a Woke (secular) worldview and a Christian (Biblical) worldview and the importance of filtering the different areas of our lives through the lenses of what the Bible says.
What does it mean to be "Woke?"
August 14, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB#wokemeaning #sermons #fellowshipchurch #whatthebiblesays What does it mean to be "Woke?" | A Biblical Perspective | Ed Young When you look up the meaning of “Woke” on the internet, the definition is: “being alert to injustice in society, especially racism.” But what does the Bible say? In this sermon, Pastor Ed Young brings a biblical perspective to this controversial topic. There is so much confusion regarding what it means to be “woke.” Some of us would say, “I’m not woke,” others woul...
The Power Of Your Influence
August 07, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBWhat if God could use your story to change someone else's life? In this sermon, Ed and Lisa Young use stories from their recent roadtrip as an analogy for how God has given us each of us the power of influence and how God can use our story to make an impact on someone else. Learn about the importance of using your gifts and talents for God's glory and be encouraged to share your story with others!
Red, White, Blue and You
July 03, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBMany say that the birth of freedom occurred on July 4, 1776, when our nation’s forefathers signed the Declaration of Independence — but this statement is false. As crucial as this nominal event was for our great country, freedom long outdates it. Ultimate freedom was birthed over 2,000 years ago on a cross outside Jerusalem. Had it not been for Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection, we would live in a very different America. In this sermon, Pastor Ed Young teaches what the Bible says about ...