The Weight of Expectations: Tauren Wells Speaks on Calling, Character, and the Long Game of Faith

What if your greatest struggle became the story God used to set others free?In this episode, Pastor Bobby Chandler sits down with Christian artist Tasha Layton for an honest conversation about depression, anxiety, trauma, healing, worship, rest, and finding true freedom in Jesus Christ.Tasha shares her powerful testimony, the miracle of becoming a mother after years of infertility, how God redeemed her past, and why Scripture, worship, and Sabbath are essential for a healthy spiritual life. Together, they discuss mental health, overcoming lies with God's truth, burnout in ministry, and trusting God's plan through every season.Whether you're walking through a difficult season or simply longing to grow deeper in your faith, this conversation will encourage you to trust God's presence and discover the freedom only He can give.Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today.

What do you do when you've received God's promise—but you're still waiting?In this message through Acts 7, we discover how Stephen remained full of peace, faith, and the presence of God even while facing incredible opposition. If you've been waiting on God, struggling with anxiety, or wondering why His promises haven't arrived yet, this message will encourage you to keep trusting Him.God often gives the promise before the possession.Don't lose your peace while you wait.Key Scriptures* Acts 6–7* Isaiah 26* John 14* Exodus 34* 2 Corinthians 3GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Worship leader and pastor Tauren Wells sits down with Pastor Bobby for a raw, honest conversation on calling, character, and the long game of faith. They talk about growing up in dysfunction, breaking generational patterns through Jesus, using church for healing instead of numbing, discerning your purpose through “design, desire, and dread,” and staying humble and grounded while balancing ministry, music, and family.

What's one thing you've been carrying that God never asked you to carry?Maybe it's pressure. Maybe it's expectations. Maybe it's the opinions of others.Give it to Jesus today.Have you ever felt exhausted from carrying responsibilities, expectations, pressure, and the opinions of others?In this message from Acts 6, we discover what happens when we say yes to too many things and no to the assignment God has actually given us. God never called you to carry everything. Learn how to:* stop living for people's approval* protect your calling* trust God with your reputation* stand strong when criticism comesNo matter what you've been through...You can still be standing.Key Scriptures:* Acts 5* Acts 6* Romans 12* 1 Peter 2GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Why does God allow pressure, pain, and trials in our lives?In this powerful message, we discover how God uses pressure to produce growth, strengthen our faith, and prepare us for His purpose.If you've been through heartbreak, disappointment, spiritual battles, or seasons where God feels distant, this message will remind you that God has not abandoned you. He is still working.Your pressure has a purpose.Key Scriptures:* Acts 5* James 1* Romans 8* Mark 5God still stops for the broken.GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

What happens when hidden sin stays hidden?In Acts chapter 5, we see one of the most shocking moments in the early church — when God exposes what nobody else could see.This message is about:* hidden struggles* pride* hypocrisy* spiritual compromise* and the freedom that comes through honesty and repentanceYou can’t heal what you continue to hide.But the good news is:
God doesn’t expose darkness to shame you — He exposes it to free you.Key Scriptures:
Acts 4–5
, Matthew 6, 
John 4
1, Corinthians 12GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Revival always faces opposition.When God starts moving…
the enemy fights back.In this powerful message through Acts chapters 2–4, we see revival explode across the early church as thousands come to Jesus — and immediately, persecution, pressure, and spiritual attacks begin.But here’s the truth:You can’t stop revival when God is behind it.If you’ve felt spiritually dry, attacked, exhausted, or discouraged… this message will remind you that the Holy Spirit still moves, prayer still changes things, and revival still belongs to God.Key Scriptures: 
Acts 2–4
, 1 Corinthians 12–13
, Galatians 5:25 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Something is changing in the world.People are walking away from truth.
Faith is growing cold.
Culture is replacing conviction.
And many Christians are wondering:Are we living in the last days?In this powerful message through Acts chapter 2, we uncover the connection between Pentecost, the end times, and the warning signs happening right in front of us today.The clock is ticking.But this message isn’t about fear — it’s about hope, boldness, and being ready for the return of Jesus.Key Scriptures:
 Acts 2
, Joel 2
, Exodus 32
, 2 Corinthians 3GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Have you ever felt spiritually dry?Like nothing is changing…
Like your prayers feel empty…
Like your faith just feels stuck…In this message from Acts chapter 2, we see the moment everything changed — when the Holy Spirit filled believers and brought life, power, and transformation.The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you.You’re not stuck.
You’re not empty.
You may just need the breath of God to bring things back to life.Key Scriptures:
 Acts 2
, Ezekiel 37, 
Romans 8:11GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.