Odessa First Assembly
Religion & Spirituality
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Weekly messages with Pastor Todd Starnes from the Sunday morning worship services at Odessa First Assembly of God in Odessa, TX.
Episodes
- Rejected to A.C.C.E.P.T.E.D.
Rejection wounds can distort our perspective, causing us to misread situations and people through the lens of past pain. Jesus himself experienced rejection, yet was chosen by God for great honor - just as we are. The path from rejection t…
- Who Am I? Sewing Fig Leaves
The story of Adam and Eve reveals how the enemy attacks our identity by twisting God's words and making us believe He's withholding good things from us. God originally designed humanity to live in abundance with only one boundary, but Sata…
- Who Am I? Created Before You Were Broken
Your identity isn't defined by your failures or brokenness, but by your original design as someone created in God's image. Before there was shame, there was purpose. Before there was confusion, there was identity. Genesis reveals that huma…
- Sealed by Promise
Life often brings discouragement through opposition, unmet expectations, and delayed dreams. The book of Haggai shows God's people struggling to rebuild the temple after returning from exile, feeling defeated when their new temple didn't m…
- Dig the Ditches
Three armies found themselves dying of thirst in the wilderness after making plans without consulting God first. When they finally sought the Lord through the prophet Elisha, God gave them an unexpected solution: dig ditches in the middle…
- When the Press Produces Prayer
Life has a way of pressing in on us from all sides, but these moments of pressure aren't meant to break us - they're meant to produce something beautiful. Just as olives must be crushed to release their valuable oil, we must sometimes expe…
- It's Time for Renewal
What happens when God’s Word is rediscovered and taken seriously again? Renewal begins. From the story of King Josiah, this message calls us back to wholehearted obedience. Not to earn God’s favor, but to respond to His grace. Renewal reme…
- This is How We Fight Our Battles
King Jehoshaphat faced overwhelming enemy armies but chose worship over warfare. Instead of relying on military might, he led his people in fasting, prayer, and worship. God responded by declaring the battle belonged to Him, not them. When…
- Worship is More Than a Genre
Worship reaches far beyond a Sunday song set. It rises from a life that gives God honor in the quiet places, the busy places, and the broken places. Real worship begins when we offer ourselves to Him day after day, not only when music fill…
- From Bags to Barns // Pastor Todd Starnes
God desires to command blessing into our lives, but it requires faithful obedience and proper stewardship. According to Deuteronomy 28, when we fully obey God's commands, we experience blessings in every area of life. The key principle is…
- Overcoming Unbelief // Silent Battles // Pastor Todd Starnes
Unbelief is choosing to trust what we see instead of what God has promised. The story of the Israelites at Kadesh Barnea illustrates this perfectly - while ten spies focused on giants and obstacles, Joshua and Caleb saw the same challenges…
- Overcoming Failure // Silent Battles part 3 // Pastor Todd Starnes
We all face moments when failure feels final, but God's plan for your life already includes your failures and still leads you to your purpose. Peter's denial of Jesus teaches us that following at a distance guarantees failure, yet Jesus kn…
- Overcoming Weariness // Silent Battles // Pastor Todd Starnes
Ever feel exhausted right after a major breakthrough? Elijah called down fire from heaven, then immediately wanted to give up. Sometimes our greatest victories leave us most vulnerable to weariness. The key isn't avoiding rest, but it's le…
- Silent Battles part 1 // Overcoming Fear
Are you letting fear hold you back from God's purpose? The same God who delivered David from lions and bears wants to deliver you from your giants today! Fear is contagious, but faith is transformative. What voices are you listening to? Re…
- Won't You Be My Neighbor
What if the entire Christian faith could be summed up in just two commands? Jesus did exactly that! He said love God completely and love your neighbor as yourself. But who exactly is your neighbor? Hint: they might be the person you least…
- Salt Shaker (Matthew 5:13)
Jesus calls His followers the salt of the earth and light of the world, describing not just what Christians do but who they fundamentally are. As salt, believers preserve society, bring healing through truth, and enhance the flavor of life…
- It's My Fault // Blessed part 9 // Todd Starnes
When the world pushes back against your faith, remember: it's not you they're rejecting—it's Jesus in you. The opposition you face might actually be evidence you're on the right path! Jesus promised the kingdom of heaven belongs to those p…
- Blessed are the Persecuted // Blessed part 8
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Persecution means facing pressure, rejection, or harm when our lives reflect Jesus. Today, 380 million Christians worldwide face persecution…
- The Family Resemblance // Blessed part 7
In a world of constant conflict, Christians are called to be active peacemakers, not just peacekeepers. True peacemaking begins with having peace with God and allowing the peace of God to rule in our hearts. Only then can we effectively re…
- Pure Heart, Clear Eyes // Blessed part 6
True purity starts from within ✨ 'Keep your heart with all diligence, for from it flows the springs of life.' When God works in the control center of your life, everything changes—your thoughts, desires, and actions. It's an inside-out tra…
- Mercy Changes Everything // Blessed part 5
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. This beatitude teaches us that mercy is the currency of God's kingdom - compassion and forgiveness toward others, especially when undeserved. True mercy meets people in their mess and…
- When Your Soul Growls // Blessed part 4
God designed our souls to crave Him, yet we often try to fill that spiritual hunger with worldly substitutes. In Matthew 5:6, Jesus promises satisfaction to those who hunger for righteousness - which encompasses right standing with God, ri…
- Meek Ain't Week // Blessed part 3
What did Jesus mean when He said, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth” ? In this episode, we pull apart the misconceptions of meekness as weakness and discover its true meaning: strength under control. From Peter’s wild…
- The Blessing In Mourning // Blessed part 2
Can you be blessed while broken? Jesus says yes! In the Beatitudes, mourning isn't weakness—it's the pathway to divine comfort. God doesn't just offer distant consolation; He comes alongside us in our deepest pain. What if your greatest hu…
- Blessed Are the Bankrupt // Blessed Part 1
Are you trying to earn God's favor through your own efforts? Jesus flips the script: 'Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.' The kingdom doesn't come to those who have it all together - it comes to those who…
- Come Home - Runaway
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- Experience Easter (Easter 2025)
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- Fight For The Family
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- Reclaiming God's Design For Sex
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- Grace Over Grudges
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- What Is Love?
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- Left In The Water
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- Not Just A Hall
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- Actions Speak
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- Becoming Like Christ
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- We Need A Bigger Boat
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- Oh, That Guy
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- Giving In The Christmas Season
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- The Good Life
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- Going From Test To Testimony
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- Kingdoms At War
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- Growing In Christ
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- When God Moves In The Mundane
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- The Good Samaritan
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- Thrive - Thrive In The Waiting
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- Thrive - What A Tangled Web We Weave, When We Practice To Deceive
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- Thrive - Rising Above Disappointment
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- Thrive - Revenge Is A Dish Best Served Cold
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- Thrive - Ever Have A Bad Day?
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- America at the Crossraods
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