Title: You are worthy
Speaker: Pastor Ward Young
Date: 15th March 2026
Location: Fresno, USA

This episode centres on the parable of the prodigal son and the deep assurance that God does not meet repentance with rejection, but with compassion, forgiveness, and joy. The message draws out the younger son’s sense of shame and failure, showing how easily people can feel unworthy before God, family, and even themselves. Yet the father’s response is one of welcome, restoration, and celebration.

The message also reflects on the older brother, revealing that unworthiness can show up in different ways, including resentment, self-justification, and failing to recognise what the Father has already given. From there, the focus turns to Revelation, where Jesus is revealed as the Lamb who is worthy. Because He is worthy, His people can come boldly to God in prayer, live as those redeemed by His blood, and stand with confidence as sons and daughters in His kingdom.

3 Key Points / Takeaways

• God’s response to true repentance is mercy, restoration, and joy, not rejection.  
• Feelings of unworthiness are answered by returning to the Father and remembering His love.
• Jesus is the worthy Lamb, and through Him God’s people are made accepted, prayerful, and confident in their calling.

Reference Scriptures Used

• Luke 15:11–32
• Acts 2:38
• Revelation 4
• Revelation 5:1–12

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Title: Have you left your first love
Speaker: Pastor Ward Young
Date: 29th June 2025
Location: Fresno, USA

This episode reflects on the message to the church at Ephesus in Revelation 2, where strong doctrine and patience were commended, but love for the Lord had begun to fade. It highlights the importance of not letting zeal for religion or routine replace genuine love and devotion to God.

Drawing on the early beginnings of the Ephesian church in Acts 19 and Paul’s encouragements, the message shows how being filled with the Holy Spirit transforms lives and keeps our relationship with God alive. We are reminded to continually return to our first love—putting Jesus above all else in every part of life.

3 Key Points

• True faith is more than doctrine; it must be motivated by love for God.
• The Ephesian church serves as both a warning and encouragement to keep first love alive.
• Receiving the Holy Spirit is the foundation for a lasting, vibrant walk with God.

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