Eagles Nest Church Podcast

• Not Until You Bless Me

  Wrestling with God can be one of the most transformative experiences in a believer's life. Elder Andre Blythe shares a powerful message from Genesis 32, using Jacob's story to illustrate how desperation, persistence, and surrender can lead to divine transformation. Through personal testimony and biblical insight, listeners are encouraged to hold on to God until the blessing and breakthrough come.Verses:Genesis 32:22–32, Genesis 25:26, Acts 9, John 3:16, Romans 10:9, John 6:65, Jeremiah 20Key Points/Topics Covered:God Encounters Often Come in IsolationWrestling with God Requires PersistenceTransformation Comes with SurrenderA Limp is a Reminder of God’s Work in Our LivesYour Testimony is Your WitnessTime Stamps:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome by Elder Andre Blythe03:10 - Personal Story of Wrestling with Distance and Family08:45 - Introduction to Jacob’s Story in Genesis 3212:30 - God's Blessings Often Come Through Struggles16:00 - Jacob’s Life of Struggle and Deception20:15 - Point 1: God Encounters in Isolation27:00 - Point 2: Wrestling with God Requires Persistence35:45 - Personal Testimony of Job Loss and Faith42:10 - Point 3: Transformation Comes with Surrender50:00 - Identity Shift from Jacob to Israel55:30 - Point 4: A Limp as a Testimony01:02:00 - Encouragement to Embrace Your Testimony01:08:00 - Invitation to Salvation and Prayer01:12:00 - Prayer for Believers Struggling to Hold OnMain Takeaways:- God often meets us in our most isolated and desperate moments to initiate transformation.- Wrestling with God requires persistence, but it leads to a deeper relationship and lasting change.- Your limp, or testimony, is not a sign of weakness but proof of God's presence and power in your life.Call to Action:Subscribe to the Eagles Nest Church podcast, share this message with someone who needs encouragement, and visit eaglesnestchurch.org for more resources. If you're in the Atlanta area, join us for worship on Sundays at 9 or 11 AM in Roswell, Georgia. NEXT STEPS:Visit Our Website: https://eaglesnestchurch.orgFirst Time Guests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/first-time-guests/Prayer Requests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/prayer/Giving: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/giveJoin Our Church: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/new-member-form/Salvation: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/salvation/Like, comment & subscribe to stay updated with the latest content!FOLLOW US:Download Our App: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENCTheNestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglesnestchurchTwitter: https://twitter.com/encthenest

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• When Jesus Dropped the Mic on Freedom

  Jesus' first sermon in Luke 4 reveals his mission to bring real freedom to the poor, the oppressed, and the marginalized. Pastor Lee Jenkins unpacks this powerful moment, showing how Jesus boldly declared his purpose and challenged societal norms. Through biblical truth and modern application, this message calls believers to stand for justice, compassion, and truth.Verses:Luke 4:14–21, Isaiah 61, Ezekiel 16:49, Proverbs 19:17, Proverbs 28:27, Proverbs 31:8–9, Leviticus 25Key Points/Topics Covered:Jesus' First Sermon as His Mission StatementThe Power and Anointing Behind Jesus' MinistryGod's Heart for the Poor and OppressedModern Parallels to Biblical Justice and CompassionChallenging Cultural Blindness and Political IdolatryTime Stamps:00:00 - Welcome and Opening Worship03:10 - Standing in Faith and Prayer for Strength08:45 - Story of Martika's First Soul Food Meal13:30 - Introduction to Jesus' First Sermon17:00 - Reading Luke 4:14–2121:45 - Jesus Declares His Mission and Anointing26:00 - Speaking Up for the Overlooked and Poor32:30 - Addressing the Big Beautiful Bill and Its Impact39:15 - Biblical Mandate to Care for the Poor44:00 - Video Satire on Misrepresenting Jesus47:30 - Jesus Proclaims Freedom for the Enslaved50:00 - Restoring Vision and Calling Out Blindness55:00 - Taking a Stand for the Oppressed58:00 - Year of Jubilee and Resetting Justice01:01:00 - Jesus Drops the Mic with Authority01:04:00 - Prayer for Compassion and National Healing01:08:00 - Invitation to Accept ChristMain Takeaways:- Jesus' mission centers on liberating the poor, healing the broken, and setting the oppressed free.- True freedom is not political but spiritual, rooted in justice, compassion, and God's truth.- Believers are called to stand for the marginalized and reflect Christ's heart in a divided world.Call to Action:Subscribe to the Eagles Nest Church podcast, share this message with someone who needs encouragement, and visit eaglesnestchurch.org for more resources. Join us in person on Sundays at 9 or 11 AM in Roswell, Georgia, and be part of a community committed to justice, faith, and love. NEXT STEPS:Visit Our Website: https://eaglesnestchurch.orgFirst Time Guests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/first-time-guests/Prayer Requests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/prayer/Giving: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/giveJoin Our Church: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/new-member-form/Salvation: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/salvation/Like, comment & subscribe to stay updated with the latest content!FOLLOW US:Download Our App: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENCTheNestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglesnestchurchTwitter: https://twitter.com/encthenest

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• From Passion to Profit (Mine Your Business Series)

  From pain to purpose, this powerful message explores how suffering is often the gateway to significance and success. Through personal testimony, biblical teaching, and practical business insight, the speaker challenges listeners to embrace the process, deny self, and pursue meaning over money. The journey from passion to profit is paved with sacrifice, discipline, and a deep commitment to following Jesus Christ.Verses:Mark 8:31–38, Proverbs 10:4, Proverbs 22:29Key Points/Topics Covered:You cannot skip the process of suffering to reach greatnessChasing significance leads to success as a byproductTime, energy, skill, and excellence are essential for transformationJesus' passion involved suffering before resurrection—so must oursProfitability begins with spiritual alignment and purposeTime Stamps:00:00 - Introduction and Opening Remarks03:45 - Mark 8 and the Necessity of Suffering10:30 - Story of Embry Canterbury and the Cost of Success18:00 - Speaker's Journey from Business to Ministry25:15 - Becoming CEO of Covenant House Texas32:00 - Time, Energy, Skill, and Excellence Framework40:00 - Biblical Foundation for Diligence and Excellence47:30 - Pastor Lee as a Case Study in Excellence52:00 - Significance Over Success and Dr. King Example58:15 - Chick-fil-A Case Study: Passion Over Profit01:04:00 - Passion Defined as Suffering and Endurance01:10:00 - Invitation to Accept Christ and Closing PrayerMain Takeaways:- You cannot reach true greatness without going through a season of suffering and sacrifice.- Chasing meaning and significance will naturally lead to success and financial reward.- Aligning your soul with Christ is the first step toward living a profitable and purposeful life.Call to Action:Subscribe to the Eagles Nest Church podcast, share this message with someone pursuing purpose, and visit eaglesnestchurch.org for more resources. If you're in the Atlanta area, join us for worship on Sundays at 9 or 11 AM in Roswell, Georgia. NEXT STEPS:Visit Our Website: https://eaglesnestchurch.orgFirst Time Guests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/first-time-guests/Prayer Requests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/prayer/Giving: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/giveJoin Our Church: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/new-member-form/Salvation: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/salvation/Like, comment & subscribe to stay updated with the latest content!FOLLOW US:Download Our App: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENCTheNestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglesnestchurchTwitter: https://twitter.com/encthenest

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• 40 Acres and a Mercedes (Mine Your Business Series)

  Celebrating Juneteenth and continuing the Mine Your Business series, Pastor Lee Jenkins delivers a powerful message connecting biblical history with African American history. Drawing from Exodus and the story of the Israelites, he explores the concept of reparations, economic justice, and the importance of ownership, generational wealth, and supporting Black businesses. The sermon challenges listeners to think generationally and honor the legacy of their ancestors through faith and stewardship.Verses:Exodus 12:35–36, Proverbs 13:22, Luke 19:8Key Points/Topics Covered:Historical context of Juneteenth and its biblical parallel with the ExodusThe moral and biblical case for reparationsEconomic disparities and the racial wealth gap in AmericaThe importance of ownership and generational thinkingSupporting Black businesses and practicing group economicsTime Stamps:00:00 - Welcome and Introduction03:45 - National and Global Events: Call to Prayer10:30 - Juneteenth and the Importance of History15:00 - Biblical Context: Exodus and Reparations22:00 - 40 Acres and a Mercedes: Title Explanation30:15 - Historical Overview of Slavery and Broken Promises38:00 - Government Policies and Economic Disparities45:30 - The Racial Wealth Gap and Generational Impact52:00 - Three Steps to Redeem Our Financial Future55:00 - Ownership and Building Wealth59:30 - Thinking Generationally and Biblical Legacy01:05:00 - Supporting Black Businesses and Group Economics01:10:00 - Final Encouragement and Call to SalvationMain Takeaways:- Ownership, generational thinking, and intentional support of Black businesses are key to economic empowerment.- Ignoring history prevents healing; acknowledging and learning from it honors those who came before us.- God is a restorer, and just as He provided for the Israelites, He calls us to steward our resources wisely.Call to Action:Subscribe to the Eagles Nest Church podcast, share this message with someone who needs encouragement, and visit eaglesnestchurch.org for more resources. Join us in person on Sundays at 9 or 11 AM in Roswell, Georgia, and support Project Soar as we build for future generations. NEXT STEPS:Visit Our Website: https://eaglesnestchurch.orgFirst Time Guests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/first-time-guests/Prayer Requests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/prayer/Giving: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/giveJoin Our Church: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/new-member-form/Salvation: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/salvation/Like, comment & subscribe to stay updated with the latest content!FOLLOW US:Download Our App: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENCTheNestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglesnestchurchTwitter: https://twitter.com/encthenest

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• Nothing But a Sling and a Stone (Mine Your Business Series)

  All of us have a unique gift or calling—our own sling and stone—that God has placed in our hands to fulfill a divine purpose. Pastor Lee Jenkins uses the story of David and Goliath to reveal powerful business and life principles, encouraging listeners to embrace their God-given talents, take risks in faith, and view their work as a spiritual assignment. This message is a call to uncover what God has already placed within us to impact the world around us.Verses:1 Samuel 17:8–9, 1 Samuel 17:25–26, 1 Samuel 17:36, 1 Samuel 17:39–40, 1 Samuel 17:50, Luke 16:10, Hebrews 11:1, Ephesians 6:10–17Key Points/Topics Covered:Understanding Your Sling and Stone as a Unique God-Given GiftThe Relationship Between Risk, Faith, and RewardSeeing Work as a Calling, Not Just a CareerFaithfulness in Small Things Leads to Greater OpportunitiesEmbracing Your Uniqueness and Rejecting ImitationTime Stamps:00:00 - Honoring Fathers and Breaking Cycles05:30 - Introduction to Mine Your Business Series09:45 - David and Goliath as a Business Blueprint15:20 - The Three Types of Ancient Soldiers20:00 - David's Sling as a Powerful Weapon25:30 - Defining Your Sling and Stone30:45 - Five Lessons from David's Battle33:00 - Lesson 1: The Bigger the Reward, the Bigger the Risk40:15 - Lesson 2: No Conflict Between Calling and Compensation47:00 - Lesson 3: Work as a Calling, Not Just a Career55:00 - Lesson 4: Faithfulness in Small Things59:30 - Lesson 5: Embrace Your Uniqueness01:05:00 - Final Challenge and Prayer for Clarity01:10:00 - Invitation to Accept ChristMain Takeaways:- Your sling and stone represent the unique skills and experiences God has given you to fulfill your purpose.- Faith and risk go hand in hand; stepping out in obedience often precedes clarity.- God blesses authenticity—He anoints the real you, not who you're pretending to be.Call to Action:Subscribe to the Eagles Nest Church podcast, share this message with someone seeking purpose, and visit eaglesnestchurch.org to sign up for upcoming events like the Lunch and Learn. Join us in person Sundays at 9 or 11 AM in Roswell, Georgia. NEXT STEPS:Visit Our Website: https://eaglesnestchurch.orgFirst Time Guests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/first-time-guests/Prayer Requests: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/prayer/Giving: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/giveJoin Our Church: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/new-member-form/Salvation: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/salvation/Like, comment & subscribe to stay updated with the latest content!FOLLOW US:Download Our App: https://eaglesnestchurch.org/appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENCTheNestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglesnestchurchTwitter: https://twitter.com/encthenest

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