The Creative Connection with Ed Young is a national daily radio show combining faith with everyday life. Every episode is filled with practical wisdom and biblical insights to strengthen listeners' understanding and relationship with Jesus.
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Ed Young is a pastor, author and conference speaker noted for his creative communication style. Through his leadership as founding and Lead Pastor of Fellowship Church, the church has been consistently ranked as one of the most attended churches in North America over the past decade. Since 1990, Fellowship has grown from 30 families to multiple campuses in Dallas/Fort Worth (TX) and an online campus as well. With a passion to equip and train leaders in the church, Ed began C3 Global, Creativ ...
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Ed Young is a pastor, author and conference speaker noted for his creative communication style. Through his leadership as founding and Lead Pastor of Fellowship Church, the church has been consistently ranked as one of the most attended churches in North America over the past decade. Since 1990, Fellowship has grown from 30 families to multiple campuses in Dallas/Fort Worth (TX) and an online campus as well. With a passion to equip and train leaders in the church, Ed began C3 Global, Creativ ...
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the impact of decision-making on our lives, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and discernment through the biblical story of Daniel and King Darius in Daniel 6, highlighting how our choices define us and the necessity of aligning with God's wisdom to lead effectively.…
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In this sermon, Ed Young uses the analogy of Skittles to illustrate how God blesses us and invites us to be generous in return, drawing from Abraham’s faithfulness in Genesis 13-14 to highlight the choice between trusting God’s provision or clinging to worldly possessions.Ed Young
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The Writing On The Wall
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young reflects on self-awareness and spiritual insight, sharing personal grief over his mother's passing and using the story of Belshazzar from Daniel 5 to illustrate the dangers of living without awareness of God's sovereignty and one's own spiritual state.…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young challenges the notion of self-awareness by exploring common behaviors and attitudes that reveal a lack of genuine self-knowledge, urging his audience to confront their own self-unawareness through the lens of spiritual growth and dependence on God's sovereignty.…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the symbolic importance of "stray olives," using them as a metaphor for the faithful few who remain steadfast and impactful despite widespread adversity, drawing from biblical texts to underscore the potent influence of small, righteous actions in a tumultuous world.…
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Emojis And The New Textament
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses emojis and humor to guide listeners through the New Testament, emphasizing the life of Jesus and the transformative power of his teachings, miracles, and resurrection.Ed Young
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In this sermon, Ed Young uses the analogy of Skittles to illustrate how God blesses us and invites us to be generous in return, drawing from Abraham’s faithfulness in Genesis 13-14 to highlight the choice between trusting God’s provision or clinging to worldly possessions.Ed Young
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Emojis And The Old Textament
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the idea of summarizing the Old Testament using emojis, illustrating its key themes such as sin, the nature of God, and the necessity of sacrifice, to enhance understanding of its connection to the New Testament.Ed Young
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The Addition Of Subtraction
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the transformative power of purposeful subtraction in our lives, emphasizing how, like Gideon's story in the Bible, removing negative influences and relying on God can lead to unexpected victories and personal growth.Ed Young
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In this episode The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the often misunderstood Prayer of Jabez, emphasizing that true blessings from God transcend material wealth and lead to a deeper, more spiritually enriched life, urging the congregation to seek God's will and blessings in their lives beyond mere material gains.…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses the story of Abraham's test of faith to illustrate that God tests us to make us strong, highlighting that in every challenge or test we face, God will provide.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young emphasizes the importance of cultivating endurance in our lives, drawing parallels between our modern propensity to quit and the biblical story of Noah, who exemplified true endurance through faith and obedience to God amidst overwhelming challenges.…
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In this sermon, Ed Young explores Abraham's journey of faith, emphasizing that living in "the zone" of God's blessings requires trusting God's word, separating from sin, enduring faith tests, and ultimately being a blessing to others despite failures and setbacks.Ed Young
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In this sermon, Ed Young explores Abraham's journey of faith, emphasizing that living in "the zone" of God's blessings requires trusting God's word, separating from sin, enduring faith tests, and ultimately being a blessing to others despite failures and setbacks.Ed Young
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God's Open Door Policy
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In this episode The Creative Connection, Ed Young conveys that the Bible serves as the ultimate open door to understanding life, destiny, and the essence of Jesus, emphasizing Genesis 1:1 as the foundational verse that introduces God's creation and the concept of the Trinity, and illustrating the importance of recognizing God's intentional design i…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young draws inspiration from Ezekiel 37's vision of the dry bones, emphasizing how God revitalizes and infuses life into what appears hopelessly dead, urging listeners to focus on the "blesser" rather than the blessings to discover true life.Ed Young
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What The Church Is Going On?
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Pastors Ed and Lisa Young address the current state of the church. They emphasize the importance of holiness and purity, reminding us that as followers of Christ, we are called to emulate Jesus in our daily lives. Their message serves as a powerful reminder that our actions and choices should reflect our …
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Interview With Dr. Phil
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Pastor Ed Young sits down with Dr Phil McGraw for a candid discussion on faith, family, and the future of America. Dr. Phil shares his insights on the challenges facing our nation, the impact of technology on our youth, and the crucial role of the church in building strong communities.…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young compares the biblical stories of the rich young ruler and blind Bartimaeus to emphasize the importance of seizing opportunities to follow Jesus wholeheartedly and prioritizing spiritual wealth over material possessions.Ed Young
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Take Care Of Your Mansion
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In this sermon, Ed Young discusses the concept of living "In The Zone," emphasizing alignment with God's will as the ultimate place of blessing, where believers receive God's tangible and intangible favor and are called to use their blessings to glorify God and bless others.Ed Young
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Take Care Of Your Mansion
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In this sermon, Ed Young discusses the concept of living "In The Zone," emphasizing alignment with God's will as the ultimate place of blessing, where believers receive God's tangible and intangible favor and are called to use their blessings to glorify God and bless others.Ed Young
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Unleashing Unforgiveness
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the complex emotions of shame and guilt, sharing personal experiences and encouraging forgiveness as the path to healing and freedom.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young illustrates the need to release the burden of shame and embrace forgiveness, likening it to a dog unleashed from the weight of dragging a bench, which symbolizes the chaos and damage caused by carrying unresolved shame and unforgiveness in our lives.…
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Developing The Subtle Art Of Shaming
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the unconventional topic of increasing shame, using the biblical character Saul as an example, to ultimately teach how to recognize and overcome the drivers of shame in our lives.Ed Young
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The Sandstorm Of Shame
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the "sandstorm of shame" and how it can obscure our vision and hinder our lives, emphasizing the need for repentance and God's transformative power in removing shame and leading us towards a life of freedom and purpose.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the destructive nature of shame, distinguishing it from guilt, and encourages the path of repentance and vulnerability as means to embrace God's redemptive promise of 'shame off you' through forgiveness and forgetting of sins.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young and Dr. Ben Young explore the core mission of Christianity, exploring the Three Ws: Worship, Walk, and Win. In this enlightening video, they explore what it means to worship Christ, walk with Christ, and win others to Christ through powerful biblical scriptures.…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the profound concept of peace, linking it to spiritual and interpersonal relationships, and emphasizing the peace of God that comes from being reconciled with Him through Jesus Christ.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young challenges the notion of superficial Christian identity, emphasizing that true Christian security is rooted deeply in understanding and living out the transformative grace and mercy offered through Christ.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young draws a parallel between the game of football and the Christian life, emphasizing that both are games of inches, and urges believers to move their knowledge of faith from their heads to their hearts to truly live out their identity in Christ.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young encourages believers to move beyond individual New Year's resolutions and embrace a communal spiritual revolution, highlighting that our identity is anchored in the Trinity and this understanding fosters unity and transformation.Ed Young
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A Christmas From Hell
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young reflects on the chaos and lessons of a particularly tumultuous Christmas, illustrating how sin separates but God's love and forgiveness can initiate healing and reconciliation.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the symbolism of the Christmas tree, using it as a metaphor to illustrate the transformative power of Christ and the journey of personal and spiritual growth.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the physical and emotional distances people experience during the Christmas season, emphasizing how these distances reflect deeper spiritual and relational separations that can be bridged through the story of Christmas and the embodiment of Jesus as Immanuel, God with us.…
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Shopping For A Savior
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In this sermon, Ed Young uses the metaphor of shopping to illustrate humanity's search for fulfillment, emphasizing that while we often shop for position, possessions, pleasure, and people, only God's ultimate gift—Jesus—can truly fill the void in our hearts and meet our deepest need for salvation.Ed Young
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Shopping For A Savior
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In this sermon, Ed Young uses the metaphor of shopping to illustrate humanity's search for fulfillment, emphasizing that while we often shop for position, possessions, pleasure, and people, only God's ultimate gift—Jesus—can truly fill the void in our hearts and meet our deepest need for salvation.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young discusses the contrast between the bad news of life's challenges and the good news of Christmas, emphasizing that despite hardships, the birth of Jesus as a savior brings hope and redemption to all.Ed Young
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The Story Of God's Glory
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses the metaphor of life as a movie directed by God to explore the themes of divine glory, the meaning of life, and the significance of Christmas, encouraging listeners to reflect God's glory in their own lives.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young vividly recounts the story of the shepherds on the first Christmas, emphasizing their humble status and the profound message they received from angels, showing how this narrative illustrates the accessibility and universality of the gospel.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young explores the story of Mary, emphasizing her humility, availability, and willingness to be used by God as qualities that demonstrate how God can work through ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary purposes.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young emphasizes the dual focus of Advent as a time to prepare for the celebration of Jesus' incarnation and anticipate His second coming, urging believers to live with responsibility, accountability, and readiness for Christ's return.Ed Young
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Candy Cane Christmas - Part 2
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses the candy cane as a symbol to explain the core message of Christmas, illustrating humanity's sinfulness, Jesus as the Good Shepherd, and the redemption through His sacrifice, ultimately encouraging the audience to "taste and see" the goodness of God.…
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Candy Cane Christmas - Part 1
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses candy metaphors to creatively illustrate the sweetness of Jesus’ message, challenging listeners to "taste and see" the goodness of the Lord through faith, generosity, and seeking a personal relationship with Him.Ed Young
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Membership Has It's Privileges - Part 2
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In this sermon, Ed Young emphasizes the privileges and responsibilities of church membership, urging believers to worship holistically, share generously, honor joyfully, inspire strategically, and pray powerfully as integral parts of their commitment to God and the church community.Ed Young
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Membership Has It's Privileges - Part 2
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In this sermon, Ed Young emphasizes the privileges and responsibilities of church membership, urging believers to worship holistically, share generously, honor joyfully, inspire strategically, and pray powerfully as integral parts of their commitment to God and the church community.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young emphasizes the urgency of living with an eternal perspective by recognizing the narrow path to life through Jesus and understanding that our choices on earth determine our eternal destiny.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses the metaphor of a Ferrari to emphasize the value of honoring God’s design for relationships and sexuality, urging individuals to follow biblical principles for dating, marriage, and purity to avoid emotional and spiritual harm.Ed Young
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses the metaphor of a Ferrari to illustrate how relationships, especially dating and marriage, thrive when guided by God's principles, emphasizing the importance of character, integrity, and seeking biblical counsel while heeding relational "dashboard warnings."…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young emphasizes the importance of building Christ-centered relationships, particularly in dating and marriage, by surrendering control to Jesus, avoiding superficial attractions, and fostering unconditional love for a lasting and meaningful partnership.…
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In this episode of The Creative Connection, Ed Young uses the metaphor of a Rolls Royce to emphasize the value of relationships, urging listeners to align their dating and marriage practices with biblical principles by identifying defective habits, focusing on spiritual compatibility, and ensuring God is at the center.…
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