Vision Church Podcast

To go beyond, you must remember where you've been, then you should recognize your unique influence as a follower of Jesus, and finally, raise your faith. How do you raise your faith? The only way to have faith is to demonstrate faith. Let's go beyond!

How can you guarantee that you are saved and going to heaven?•The guarantee of our salvation and eternal inheritance is the Holy Spirit.•So what is the baptism of the Holy Spirit? The baptism of the Holy Spirit is an act by God’s Holy Spirit, where He places a believer in the body of Christ. This means that in order to live the life God wants for you, you must get your power from the spirit inside of you.•The path can be difficult at times, but when we can’t understand God’s ways, we can still trust God’s heart.

Money. Finances. Tough subjects in church, but maybe they shouldn't be. Jesus talks about money more than any other subject. But does He specifically ask you for money? Listen as Pastor Chris shares with us what all this talk about money is church is really about.If you are interested in learning more about Vision, want to connect with Vision, or interested in learning more, visit http://visionbaptistchurchnc.com/connect-cardTo support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: http://visionbaptistchurchnc.com/give#rest #tired #disciplines

God has given us resurrection power through the Holy Spirit that lives in us. If that is true, then why are so many people living like they have no power and trusting in their own strength to live life? #galatians #freedom #holyspirit

We all want to know what God's will for our life is. In part two of our series God's Plan, Pastor Chris shows the QUICKEST on-ramp to hearing God's will in your life.

In the third message from our BEYOND series, Pastor Chris shows how God is able to do a lot with a little and challenges you to see beyond what is in front of you.

Christian leadership isn’t about titles or power—it’s about stewardship and faithfulness. 💪 In this message, we are reminded that true leaders serve first, lead with humility, and stay faithful in the home, the church, and the community. Leadership that costs nothing… accomplishes nothing.

Some Christians stay stuck on spiritual milk instead of growing up in faith. God’s goal isn’t just belief—it’s maturity. In this message, we talk about how to move from knowing about Jesus to actually living like Him.

We are not called to impress people. We are called to impact people. This week in the Culture Shock Series, we read in 2 Corinthians how as followers of Jesus, we are called to be a minister for Jesus. When the Gospel is spoken, God's power is experienced! We are also reminded when we share Jesus to be real, be vulnerable and be humble.

Division is easy. Unity takes work. In a world full of opinions, drama, and church hopping, the Apostle Paul reminds us that the Church was never meant to be built on personalities—but on the power of the cross. Real unity isn’t pretending to agree on everything; it’s choosing to stand together on what matters most: Jesus.In this message, we break down what true Christian unity looks like—and why it’s essential for a healthy, growing church. Unity isn’t uniformity. It’s locking arms in truth, building relationships that last, and living on mission together. Because when a broken world sees a united church, they get a clearer picture of Jesus.

What do you behold? Join us this week and we continue the Series: Head Space. We dive into the Book of 2 Corinthians, Chapter 3 and are reminded that we will become what we behold. We must behold and gaze on God in order to not have a blinded mind. When we behold God's glory we will reflect God's glory!

Ever feel like you’re running on fumes—physically, mentally, or spiritually? You’re not alone. Elijah ran himself into exhaustion, isolated, and nearly gave up. But God met him with rest, food, and a reminder: you don’t just need rest—you need to be refilled. In this message, discover how to stop running on empty and start running with Jesus—finding real peace, purpose, and renewal for your soul.

Many of us have anxious thoughts or anxiety about many things. What does The Word say about anxiety and what should we do when we have anxious thoughts? Join us this week as we continue the Head Space Series. We see in 2 Chronicles, Chapter 20 what we are to do when we have an anxious thought. We are also reminded we must put on the Armor of God daily to protect ourselves!

Starting your day with Jesus changes everything. When life feels dark, Scripture reminds us to take every thought captive, rejoice always, and give thanks in all circumstances. Winning the day begins with winning the morning—through prayer, gratitude, and remembering God’s faithfulness. His mercies are new every single morning. Discover how to move from lament to hope and from hardship to thanksgiving, trusting that God is completing the good work He started in you.

Negativity isn’t just a bad mood—it’s a mindset. The Bible shows us that what we think about shapes our lives, and what we speak has the power to bring life or death. In this message, learn how to encourage yourself in the Lord, shift your focus to God’s truth, and watch Him turn your thoughts toward peace and hope.

The enemy isn't just after your soul, he's after your mind! Join us this week as we continue the Series: Head Space. As Ephesians 4:17 explains, we are not to walk like the Gentiles do, in the futility (pointless, emptiness) of our minds. An empty mind leads to an empty life. To renew our minds, we must have heart knowledge about Jesus and share our emotions with Jesus.

Join us this week as we continue the Series: Head Space. This week we read in 2 Corinthians 10:5 how we must take our thoughts captive so our thoughts don't take us captive. Strongholds don't just affect our thoughts, they drive what we do. We also learn how to replace the lies we tell ourselves or believe with God's Truth.

Is your heart soft toward God—or has it started to harden? In this message, we look at what causes a hard heart, how to recognize it, and how God can give you a brand-new one.

Don't waste this day or your life! Join us this week as we continue the Proverbs Series. We are reminded that even though our life may not look how we imagined or hoped for, God is still in sovereign. We do not have to understand God's plan to trust God has a purpose! We cannot live to control everything in our lives, we must live in obedience and trust that no matter what God's got us!

Conflict is part of life—but how you handle it makes all the difference. In this message, we look at what the Bible says about navigating conflict in a Christlike way. From controlling your words to choosing forgiveness over offense, learn how to stop fighting to win the argument and start fighting to save the relationship. Featuring key scriptures from Proverbs, Matthew, and Philippians, this is a practical and powerful reminder that peacemakers aren't passive—they’re wise.