Elevation with Steven Furtick

Some hard things are part of growing. Others come from staying stuck in patterns God is trying to lead us out of. You may not be able to skip every difficult season, but you can stop letting fear, doubt, or disobedience keep you there longer than you need to be. When you can't skip what you're going through, praise can help you keep moving forward. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: Hebrews 11, verses 29-31 – Red Sea crossed, Jericho fell, Rahab spared Numbers 14, verse 2 – Israelites murmur against Moses and Aaron Joshua 6, verses 9-10 – army marches silently until commanded to shout Matthew 4, verses 1-11 – Jesus fasts, tempted by devil in wilderness See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't take your cues from culture. In "Be Careful What You Copy," Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church reveals that, when we copy culture, we're missing out on the unique plans God has for us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hold on to your praise, even in your darkest seasons. Drawing from the story of Paul and Silas in prison, this message reveals how worship isn’t a reflection of our current circumstances, but a declaration of God’s unchanging faithfulness. When we choose to praise God in the middle of pain, we invite His presence into our struggle and turn our deepest trials into a testimony for others. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: Acts 16, verses 23-34 – Paul and Silas imprisoned Psalm 77, verse 6 – Psalmist remembers his song in the night Revelation 4, verse 11 – Elders declare God worthy of glory, honor, power Colossians 3, verse 16 – Word of Christ dwells through psalms and songs Exodus 14, verse 31 – Israel fears the Lord after Egypt's defeat Exodus 15, verses 1-2 – Moses and Israel sing the Lord is their strength Exodus 15, verses 20-21 – Miriam leads women with tambourines and dancing Psalm 118, verses 14, 17 – The Lord is my strength, I shall live Mark 14, verse 26 – Jesus and disciples sing a hymn before Gethsemane See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's okay to have doubts. In "You Didn't Lose It," Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church reveals that the presence of doubt doesn't mean the absence of faith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angry? Pray. Confused? Pray. Doubting? Pray. Ready to give up? Pray. Because the prayer you're not proud of is better than the one you won't pray. God isn't asking you to clean up your emotions or find the perfect words before you come to Him. Whatever you're carrying, bring it to Him honestly today and pray anyway. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: James 5, verses 16-18 – Pray like Elijah Psalm 58, verses 6-8 – David prays honestly Luke 18, verses 9-14 – The Pharisee and the tax collector Romans 8, verse 26 – The Holy Spirit intercedes for you 1 Kings 17, verses 1-9 – Elijah is fed by ravens 1 Kings 18, verse 42 – Elijah bows with his face between his knees 1 Kings 19, verses 3-6 – Elijah gives up, but God says “get up” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’re more than what you’re going through. In “You Are Not It,” Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church reveals that God doesn’t see us through the lens of what we’ve done, but for who we are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You don't have to feel ready to move forward in faith. Sometimes growth looks like grieving what was, trusting God with what's missing, and still choosing to take the next best step. If you're carrying both blessings and burdens right now, discover how God can lead you forward even when life feels mixed. If you’ve been feeling grateful AND sad, excited AND anxious, or blessed AND overwhelmed, this message is for you. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: 1 Samuel 16, verses 1-13 – Samuel anoints David as future king 1 Samuel 3, verses 4-5 – The Lord calls out to young Samuel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God’s hand is on your life. In “The Other Hand,” Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church reminds us to let go of our shame and past mistakes so we are able to receive the promises of God. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s been on your mind? Sometimes the loudest voice in your life is the one in your own head. In this sermon, Pastor Steven teaches from Elijah’s story in 1 Kings 19 and shows us what to do when fear, exhaustion, and discouragement get loud. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Chapters 0:00 - Thanks for joining us 1:50 - Join Us On Tour! 3:45 - 1 Kings 19 11:26 - “How’d You Feel About It?” 14:45 - What Are You Replaying? 17:46 - Tormented By A Lie 21:26 - I’m Both 25:24 - What You Really Say To God 28:24 - That’s Not Really A Prayer 32:55 - Pressure Can Cause You To Run 35:03 - Replaying The Wrong Thing 38:06 - Run It Back 40:02 - What’s Really Killing Your Faith 43:16 - God Came Anyway 46:16 - What’s Echoing In Your Cave 48:57 - Come Out Of The Cave 51:01 - This Cave Won’t Be My Grave 54:53 - For Those Caught In The Echo Scripture References: 1 Kings 19, verses 1-19 - Elijah ran and hid in a cave, God came in a whisper James 5, verses 17-18 – The faith of Elijah to pray about the rain Philippians 4, verses 6-7 – Present requests to God with thanksgiving 1 Kings 18 – Elijah defeats the prophets of Baal with fire 1 Corinthians 15, verses 54-55 – Death swallowed up in victory Exodus 33, verses 21-22 – Moses hidden in the cleft of the rock 1 Kings 17, verses 1-6 – Ravens fed Elijah by the brook Cherith Lamentations 3, verses 22-23 – God's mercies are new every morning 1 Kings 17, verses 17-24 – Elijah revives a widow's dead son Ezekiel 37 – Dry bones brought back to life Judges 6, verse 15 – Gideon calls himself the weakest Exodus 4, verse 10 – Moses says he is not eloquent Matthew 27, verses 57-60 – Joseph of Arimathea buries Jesus's body See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get back what the enemy took. In “The Guided Mind & The Guarded Heart,” Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church reveals how you can start reclaiming your peace — one thought at a time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it wrong to doubt God? When we face resistance, or God doesn’t come through like we’re expecting, it’s natural to wonder if we heard Him wrong. But it turns out that doubt isn’t really the problem. It’s what you do with your doubt that matters. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: Luke 7, verses 11-27 – Jesus raises widow's son; John questions if Jesus is the one Matthew 3, verses 11-17 – John baptizes Jesus; voice from heaven affirms Him as Son Matthew 11, verses 2-3 – Imprisoned John asks if Jesus is the one to come Isaiah 61, verse 1 – Spirit anoints the Lord to preach good news to the poor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When God doesn’t show up the way you expected, it doesn’t mean He’s absent. The delay, the silence, or the disappointment may be the very place He’s drawing close, revealing His glory in a way you couldn’t have seen before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wished God would explain why you're going through something? You don't always need a new word from God — sometimes you need to remember the one He's already spoken. If you've been looking for peace, clarity, or confidence in a difficult season, discover how God's Word can help you trust Him even before you have all the answers. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: Mark 4, verses 33-41 – Jesus teaches from boat then calms storm Mark 4, verse 1 – Jesus teaches crowd from a boat Mark 5, verses 1-2 – Jesus arrives at region of Gerasenes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re failing. It often means you’re standing in the place where God is strengthening you, stretching you, and teaching you to trust what He’s already put in your hands. The pressure, the resistance, and the pull to go back are all signs you’re on the verge of something significant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the voice in your head saying about you? When you’re wrestling with self-limiting beliefs, it’s tempting to try to impress people to prove yourself. But that only fuels the unfulfilling cycle of performance. Pastor Steven teaches us how to find freedom from human opinion and reach a new verdict about our worth so we can walk in our purpose. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 4, verses 1-5 – God alone judges his faithful servants John 8, verses 1-11 – Jesus offers mercy instead of condemnation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The thoughts you hold on to can determine your trajectory. In “I Caught A Thought,” Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church challenges us to stop negative thoughts in their tracks, and hold on to the ones that bring us toward our purpose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you been wondering how to hear God's voice? If disappointment, comparison, fear, or uncertainty have made it difficult to know your next step, this message from Pastor Steven Furtick will help you discover what the Bible says about recognizing, trusting, and obeying God's direction. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: 1 Samuel 16, verses 1-13 – Samuel anoints David as king 1 Samuel 3, verses 19-21 – Samuel established as prophet through God's Word Colossians 3, verse 9 – Do not lie to each other Philippians 2, verse 14 – Do everything without grumbling James 4, verse 11 – Do not slander one another 1 Corinthians 6, verse 18 – Flee from sexual immorality Exodus 20, verse 12 – Honor your father and mother John 10, verse 27 – My sheep know my voice See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transition is often where transformation happens. In “Trapped In Transition,” Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church teaches that, while transitions can be frustrating, we experience growth when we don’t give up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When life feels like it’s beating you up, it’s tempting to just slip away and hide. But God hasn’t called you to a cave; He’s called you to contend for a legacy. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr Scriptures Referenced: Judges chapter 6, verses 11 through 16 – An angel finds Gideon hiding, calls him mighty warrior Judges chapter 6, verses 25 through 32 – Gideon tears down his father's altar to Baal Judges chapter 1 – Israel let defeated enemies stay in the land 2 Corinthians chapter 5, verse 20 – Paul calls believers ambassadors for Christ Romans chapter 5, verse 8 – Christ died for us See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you ever feel stuck listening to the “wind” of fear, doubt, and uncertainty instead of standing on the Word God already spoke over your life? This message reminds us that the enemy loves to keep us focused on every possible “what if,” but faith means shifting our attention back to God’s presence and His promises. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.