Discover
Living Word Audio Podcast
313 Episodes
Reverse
Pastor Mac Hammond reminded us that vision is not optional, it’s a biblical mandate. As the Bible declares in the Book of Proverbs 29:18, without vision people perish. Vision begins when the Word of God shapes our values and the Holy Spirit reveals God’s unique plan for our lives. But that vision isn’t about personal success, it’s about stewardship. Everything we have, our time, gifts, and resources belong to God and is meant to advance His kingdom. Through faithfulness in what seems “least,”...
In his second installment of "The Vision Mandate," Pastor Mac reminds us that vision isn’t optional, it’s a command of Scripture. Rooted in Proverbs 29:18, “Where there is no vision, the people perish,” he teaches that without God-given vision, our lives begin to slide backward. But with vision grounded in the Word, we step into healing, prosperity, purpose, and increase. Drawing from Habakkuk 2:2, Pastor Mac unpacked how vision is for an appointed time, and that “appointed time” is revealed ...
This weekend, Pastor Mac Hammond launched "The Vision Mandate," a powerful new series rooted in Proverbs 29:18: Where there is no vision, the people perish. He reminded us that vision is essential; without it, life begins to drift. But when we build on the Word of God and become doers of it, we position ourselves for clarity, strength, and true fulfillment. Drawing from 1st Corinthians 2, Pastor Mac emphasized that God has prepared plans beyond what we can see or imagine. And through t...
In week two of Life at the Speed of Prayer, Pastor Ken Olson called us deeper into a dependent, daily walk with God, reminding us that our lives will never rise above the level of our prayer life. Sharing stories from his childhood on the farm to encountering the Holy Spirit at a young age, Pastor Ken illustrated how consistent prayer transforms insecurities into strength and positions us to go from victory to victory. He emphasized that prayer is not a ritual but a revolutionary partnership ...
Right now, there is a clarion call to the church and to this generation to pray! So said Pastor Ken in his message this past Sunday entitled, “Life at the Speed of Prayer.” This call to prayer is not for just a few “super-spiritual” people. This call to prayer is for all of us! You see, there’s a lot going on in America and she’s at a critical window of time. If we want to see America fulfill God’s plan for her, then it’s up to us to keep her on track through our prayers. Why prayer? Prayer ...
This past weekend, Pastor Mac gave the third installment of his teaching series entitled, “The Gatekeeper of Power.” Ephesians 1:19 says there is an exceeding greatness of power to usward who believe, yet many are frustrated they do not experience the power of God in their lives. They have yet to learn that their own minds are what controls the power of God flowing through their lives. However, the mind can be either a gateway for the power of God or a gateway for the deception of the enemy. ...
This weekend, Dr. Dennis Burke joined us as our guest minister and delivered a powerful, faith-building message declaring 2026 as “The Year of the Fix.” He challenged us to move beyond resolutions and step into revelation, actively shifting our mindset, reordering what’s out of alignment, and using our God-given authority to speak His Word over every area of life. Through Scripture and personal testimony, Dr. Burke reminded us that lasting change comes when we anchor ourselves in truth, refus...
“The Gatekeeper of Power,” Pastor Mac Hammond reminded us that salvation is not just about heaven someday, but about experiencing God’s life now. While the power of God, “the same power that raised Jesus from the dead,” is available to every believer, he emphasized that “there is a difference between having the power and applying the power.” Many live saved but never access what’s already theirs because the fight of faith begins when you’re believing something but not seeing the results. Past...
This past weekend, Pastor Jim taught from Romans 9, powerfully reminding us that God’s promises to Israel are unwavering and that Israel remains central to His redemptive plan: past, present, and future, right through Christ’s return. Drawing from Jesus’ words in Matthew 23, he explained Israel’s temporary national blindness to the Gospel, not rejection, and firmly emphasized that Israel has not been replaced, warning against replacement theology as both biblically inaccurate and historically...
In this timely and unflinching message, “Covenants That Cannot Be Canceled," Pastor Jim begins Romans 9 by addressing one of the most misunderstood and controversial topics in the Church today: God’s covenant with Israel. As global tensions rise and antisemitism increases across political, cultural, and even Christian spaces, this teaching grounds believers in Scripture, history, and the unchanging faithfulness of God. Pastor Jim walks us through Romans 8 and 9 to remind us that in Christ th...
Hey there, Welcome to Living Word! We're so glad you're here with us. If you find this message inspiring, don't forget to hit that like button and subscribe for more amazing content. We've got a lineup of guest speakers, pastors, and engaging discussions with our awesome community members coming your way. Let's dive in together! Our Links– • Join The Prayer Movement!: https://theprayermovement.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingwordmn • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...
This past weekend, Pastor Jim taught a message about the first Christmas, when grace came through the birth of Jesus Christ: “For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ” (John 1:17). Pastor Jim said, “This message about the first Christmas and the people involved is based on the loving kindness and tender mercies of God.” He talked about how there were certain people who had been praying and waiting for the prophesied Savior, and God’s mercy allowed these people ...
This past weekend, Pastor Jim picked up where he last left off in his “Grace Unveiled” series. His message was based on Romans 8:31–32: “What then shall we say to [all] this? If God is for us, who [can be] against us? [Who can be our foe, if God is on our side?] He who did not withhold or spare [even] His own Son but gave Him up for us all, will He not also with Him freely and graciously give us all [other] things?” (Amp.) The focus was on the fact that God did not withhold or spare Hi...
Hey there, Welcome to Living Word! We're so glad you're here with us. If you find this message inspiring, don't forget to hit that like button and subscribe for more amazing content. We've got a lineup of guest speakers, pastors, and engaging discussions with our awesome community members coming your way. Let's dive in together! Our Links– • Join The Prayer Movement!: https://theprayermovement.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingwordmn • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/l...
The Bible tells us, “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” And this year’s Vision Sunday was a powerful reminder of just how true that is. Pastor Mac unveiled a dynamic three-fold vision that sets the course for where we’re headed as a church family. He said, “It is imperative that I communicate the vision so that we can run with it.” With that in mind, Pastor shared several organizational updates designed to propel all three areas of our ministry forward, Living Word Church, Maranath...
This past weekend, Pastor Jim presented us with “The List.” The List is comprised of 1st Corinthians 13:4–8, which is the love chapter and Galatians 5:22, which lists the fruit of the spirit. He said, “God expects us to love others like it’s listed in these verses. It’s a goal for us to achieve. And, really, this is how God loves us.” The Lord asked Pastor Jim to examine his life in comparison to the items on the lists to see how he stacks up, and then to use the outcome of the examination t...
Pastor Jim suspended his teaching series on the book of Romans and said, “I want to stretch your imagination, especially the people that are into prayer and their connection with God.” He used Ephesians 3:20 as a springboard into his message: “Now to Him Who, by (in consequence of) the [action of His] power that is at work within us, is able to [carry out His purpose and] do superabundantly, far over and above all that we [dare] ask or think [infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, th...
Faith works by love! This is one of the larger concepts that Pastor Mac talked about in the third message in his series entitled, “The Fight for Your Faith.” Galatians 5:6 tells us that faith works by love, so that means the relationships we cultivate are going to represent channels of ministry through which God can use you to bless others. However, in order for those relationships to work, they must be founded on the love of God. Furthermore, love is not a feeling. It is an act. This is the ...
Pastor Mac continued his series, “The Fight for Your Faith,” reminding us that before we can believe for healing, provision, or breakthrough, we must first fight to believe what God says about who we are. We’re citizens of heaven, called to seek His Kingdom, and the righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. When our hearts align with His will, everything else falls into place. Our Links– • Join The Prayer Movement!: https://theprayermovement.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
Mark Hankins brought powerful teaching on the topic, “Who You Are in Christ.” He reminded us that the foundation of your faith is knowing your identification with Christ and exactly who you are “in Christ.” God has a plan for your life and you have a destiny in Him. Mark shared, “If you’re going to reach your destiny, you must have a change of identity.” We have to start seeing ourselves the way God sees us, through the blood, the cross, the resurrection, and the triumph of Christ. When we be...














