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The Bonfire with Jesse Bradley
Do you want to experience more of God’s presence? How often do you feel stuck, stressed, empty, frustrated, unmotivated, alone but sense you have a greater purpose? What’s the passion that ignites your soul and makes your life vibrant?
God’s greatest gift to you is His presence. God is love. God is light. God is a consuming fire. The Bonfire is a place for gathering, celebrating, and refining. The Bonfire is a place for community. The Bonfire is a place to experience Jesus and learn to abide…
Episodes
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyGod and Sports
Sports are more than just games—they’re a powerful lens through which we can see God at work in our lives. From discipline and teamwork to influence and…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyHow to Enjoy Church
Choosing a healthy local church is one of the most important faith decisions you can make. While no church is perfect, look for one that honors God’s Word…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleySay Yes To Jesus
The first four chapters of John show the power of saying yes to Jesus—from Andrew leading his brother to Christ, to the woman at the well boldly sharing her…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Truth About Death
Death is real, but through Jesus, it's not the end—He offers eternal life and hope beyond the grave. The Bible says death is like sleep, and for believers, it…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyTrue Friendships
The deepest friendships are rooted in God's presence and marked by loyalty, joy, and shared sorrow. True friends celebrate your wins and walk with you through…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe One Vision
The Gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our sins and rose from the grave, showing His deep love through both His sacrifice and His relationships. From…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyDeep Conviction
Conviction comes from God through Scripture, the Holy Spirit, and prayer—He speaks, guides, and provides. Throughout the Bible, figures like Paul, Moses…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyGod and Israel
God calls us to pray for the peace of Jerusalem and trust His clear plan for Israel, beginning with His promises to Abraham. Throughout history—from Egypt to…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyFatherhood
Fatherhood is a high calling of protection, provision, and deep commitment to God and family. Though it’s not easy, we rely on our Heavenly Father for…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Fullness of God
God calls us to be full—not empty. He wants to fill us with both His Spirit and His Word so we can overflow with love, hope, and peace. In Acts 4–6, we see…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyBreaking Addictions
In studying Psalm 40, we see how God lifts us from the mire of sin—addictions and struggles that try to control us. We must choose to serve either sin or…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyDo Not Bury It
We're studying the parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14–30), which teaches that God generously gives us time, talents, resources, and opportunities to serve…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyWolves in Sheep's Clothing
Stay spiritually alert and discerning—false teachers may appear godly but bring deception, sin, and destruction. Recognize them by their actions and stand…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleySupernatural Power
When we seek God's presence first, we receive His peace, power, and purpose. Throughout Scripture, God demonstrates His supernatural power—parting the Red Sea…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Difficult Step
Stepping out in faith often means entering into what is new, unknown, uncomfortable, and risky. It rarely feels safe or certain. Yet, God honors bold trust…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyReligion Gone Bad
Religion criticizes, condemns, and resists change, while Jesus brings truth, grace, and life. From the woman caught in adultery to David’s worship and the…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyWorship Wars
Everyone is created to worship. If we don't worship Jesus, we'll end up worshiping something else. God alone is worthy of our worship, which should be a…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyHow To Handle Adversity
We are all called to do difficult things. As we walk through Luke 19, Jesus exemplified conviction, devotion, humility, boldness, and compassion as He entered…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyYou're Not Defeated
Joseph's story illustrates how, despite being mistreated and enslaved by his brothers, God remained with him. We all experience feelings of defeat and despair…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyA Greater Vision
We're exploring 10 biblical stories—Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham and Sarah, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Esther, Peter, and Paul—focusing on the visions God gave…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyA Cure for Loneliness
Our culture is experiencing a loneliness epidemic, prioritizing independence over connection with God and others. Isolation fosters negativity, but we can…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyWrestling With God
Jacob faces family dysfunction after stealing his twin brother's birthright. His is a story of manipulation and working the system, but that only gets you so…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Empty Grave
The resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of faith, symbolizing victory over sin and death. He appeared to many after his resurrection, offering the good…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyA Sense of Urgency
A true sense of urgency goes beyond being busy; it stems from Jesus' purpose and calls for faithfulness. Ephesians 5:1-18 emphasizes making the most of…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyA New Boldness
Today we're looking at the life of Amos, a fig picker called by God to deliver a warning to the northern tribes of Israel. He urged them to seek the Lord or…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyStop Feeding the Flesh
We have freedom in Christ to discern right from wrong and to choose God's path. There is an internal conflict between the flesh, which represents pride and…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyTruth and Lies
Today's episode digs into the importance of rejecting lies and embracing God's truth. Despite challenges in Babylon, Daniel maintained his faith, and practiced…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Humility of Jesus
Jesus is the epitome of humility and servant leadership. Philippians chapter 2 stresses the importance of studying and acting on God's Word, cultivating…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyDating Do's and Don'ts
If you're single, know that there is value in singleness and its freedom. If you are dating, align your life with God's purpose, praying for wisdom and…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyOn Fire for God
We're diving into the concept of "spiritual temperature" today. There are five often-overlooked keys to spiritual fervor: awareness of one's spiritual state…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyPerseverance
Avoid the traps of giving up, self-pity, anxiety, and resentment in your faith. Sin can entangle us, but we can draw inspiration from persevering and focusing…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyCome Home to God
God's greatest gift is His presence, and also our greatest need. How do you respond when things get off track? Your purpose is to abide with Jesus and be a…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyA Healthy Church
In Acts chapter 6, we explore how the early church handled challenges and grew in faith. The importance of being part of the solution, focusing on God's…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyWhat is The Gospel?
We're focusing on Romans 10:13, highlighting the gospel of Jesus Christ which assures us that everyone who calls on the Lord will be saved. Paul's epistles…
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A Message for Young Men
Paul is mentoring Timothy and brings solid exhortations to help Timothy grow in his faith. Physical training has some value, but the pursuit of godliness…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyA Message For Husbands
Marriage is a gift from God and works best when we walk closely with Him and follow His plan. Today's message is for husbands. We live in a culture where there…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyA Big Vision
Nehemiah. He's an everyday person. God tapped him on the shoulder and said, here's a big vision. Walk with God through these three things: believing God…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyDo You Trust God?
Elijah had an unwavering trust in God despite facing difficult situations, and because of that he is courageous and clear as he confronts the lies of the…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyMen Like Noah
We're exploring the life of Noah to uncover what it truly means to be a godly man. Through an in-depth look at Genesis chapters 6-9, we see Noah's steadfast…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyYour Secret Weapon
We're leaning into Matthew chapter 4, focusing on the temptations of Jesus, and the relevance it has to our struggles with sin. Having a combat strategy and…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyVictory in Prayer
In this episode, we examine God's victories through the lens of powerful prayer, using David's life as a primary example. David's rise from anointed teenager…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyFace the Giant
David and Goliath... a powerful example of faith and courage in facing life's giants. God prepares and empowers us through seemingly mundane tasks, using…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyInspired By God
Pastor Jesse explores Psalm 19 and the link between God’s creation, His Word, and personal faith. We read about David’s view on general revelation and God’s…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Misery of Jealousy
Today we're diving into themes of hope, strength, and spiritual growth through the lens of Psalm 73. Focusing on Jesus and pursuing Him will help us avoid the…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyChristian Meditation
God desires to fill our minds with His Word and Presence, which involves intentional living and making wise choices in relationships and actions. Daily…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Presence of God is Our Rock
God serves as our refuge and strength during times of weakness, providing support amidst the chaos of the world. His presence transforms our circumstances and…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyHow to Seek God
Psalm 84 ~ This song reflects a pilgrimage, a journey to worship and seek God's presence and serves as a metaphor for our faith journey. Created in His image…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyConfidence in God
David faced numerous adversities from Saul, the Philistines, Goliath, and Absalom, yet God remained his stronghold and refuge. The Lord's name provides comfort…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyWhat is Worship?
We were created to glorify God eternally, welcomed into His presence with gratitude. He is our supreme King, and Jesus is our Good Shepherd. Worship involves…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyI Can See Clearly Now
Jesus brings healing physically, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. He is our healer in every way. The Bible says God renews us every day and meets us…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThrough the Roof
In today’s episode, we explore the healing power of Jesus as depicted in Mark chapter 2, where a paralytic man is brought to Him by four devoted friends. This…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyThe Touch of Jesus
Jesus can heal us on multiple levels—physically, relationally, emotionally, and spiritually. This is an invitation to bring your pain points and infirmities to…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyFour Levels of Healing
Are you ready to encounter God? God embodies love, light, and a consuming fire. Let's seek to rely on God daily, allowing Him to fill our hearts and dispel…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyJesus Stops The Bleeding
How has God provided or protected or healed you? In the gospel of Luke chapter 8, Jesus heals a man who is demon possessed. Then gyrus approaches him about his…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyJesus Hears and Heals
Healing is a topic we all need much more of. Jesus heals us on so many levels; relationally, spiritually, emotionally, physically. He is all loving and all…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyHow Jesus Heals
We're kicking off season eight, which brings a focus on the theme of Jesus' healing. Perhaps there's a part of your life that requires restoration. Through…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyBreak Out Of Lukewarm
Jesus knocks because he loves and pursues us. He wants us to be close to him and abide. Jesus is the solution. There's no replacement for God in our lives…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyFaithfulness Over Feelings
Have you ever felt so tired you don't want to carry on with the work or ministry you are doing? Jesus has a word for you today in Revelation 3:7-13. Feelings…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyWake Up
In Revelation 3:1-6 we encounter a church that isn't doing very well. They have a reputation of being alive but really they are dying spiritually. What does…
The Bonfire with Jesse BradleyJesus Wants Change
We are walking through Revelation 2:18-29 and see a church with some serious problems. What does God say to this church? How can we apply this to our own…