You have permission to hear Jesus' voice. Community Member Greg Collier shares a time he discovered why to walk in confident awareness of the presence of the Trinity in and with him every day. Like Greg, your walk with God is a loving relationship, not a transaction!

Transactional vs Relational Christianity - EP06

In this episode of LOVE Speaks, Larry examines the pitfalls of believing God's love for you is conditional. He highlights the consequences of this false belief: insecurity, an open door to fear, and the temptation to cover over fears and doubts with a hypocritical style of Christianity. We are joined by Joyland Community member, Jessica Otero.

The Myth of Conditional Love - EP07

Community member, Ronnie BIncer, encourages us to believe Jesus lives "in you and you in Me" [Jn 14:20] and "live(s) in our hearts by faith."  [Eph 3:16-17] Larry encourages us not to reduce this life-giving revelation of our true, experiential union with God to a metaphor.

Care for Your Heart, God Lives in There! - EP08

Knowing God is eternal life (now) according to Jesus. That raises the question, "Is it possible for you and me to know who God is?" "Yes, it is!" In this episode of LOVE Speaks, Larry shares Jesus' knowledge of God plus the four "God is..." statements found in the New Testament. 

Who IS Your God & Why It Matters - EP09

In this episode of LOVE Speaks, Larry introduces us to Community Member Dwight David Dorty. Watch and listen as Dave shares how he came to see, know, and call on God as "Daddy" and all the ways it has transformed his life and relationship.

Abba Father: Daddy's Face - EP10

Hearing LOVE Speak isn't just a way to special revelation or good doctrine. Your Father speaks to find His way into your life at beautiful and tragic moments. Joyland Community member, Cheryl Smith shares her testimony of God's intimate, redeeming love.

Father's Intimate Love Redeems the Day - EP11

Meet Larry's favorite Joyland Community Member, Vickie (his wife!). God orchestrated a funny opportunity for Vickie to share Joyland's amazing experiences hearing Jesus' "voice of many waters" through members of His body if we make space for them as leaders.

LOVE Speaks Through His Body - EP12

Larry explores the first and most basic part of your identity: before all else, you are a much-loved child of your heavenly Father. God's Fatherhood is not conditional. Jesus, you, and I are the proof! 

Childness - part 1 - Father before Creator - EP13

In this 2nd Childness episode, Larry makes the case that the power to become a child of God is the incarnation's primary gift. This priceless gift results in every believer's most fundamental identity as a much-loved child of our heavenly Father. 

Childness - part 2 - EP14: Our Most Basic Identity

In this 3rd look at Jesus' call to Childness, Larry & Joyland community members share revelations each have received about Father's goodness. These revelations prove that they--like you--are sharing in the very life of Jesus.

Childness - part 3a  How We Know Our Father - EP15

In part B of our 3rd look at Childness, Larry finalizes the scriptural case for and invites us into revelations of Father God. The mere existence of these testimonials proves Jesus has chosen to reveal His Father to you.

Childness - part 3b How We Know Our Father - EP16

In this On-Demand Episode, Larry lays out a solid scriptural foundation for Jesus' call for his disciples--and us--to "turn and become like this little child." Could simple obedience to this call unlock the Kingdom peace & joy that eludes so many of us?

On Demand - Childness 101: Turn & Become Like a Little Child 

In this episode of LOVE Speaks, Larry introduces Joyland Community member Theresa Gittleman. Theresa's story is one of enduring and overcoming suffering through the redeeming presence of Jesus Messiah and her loving heavenly Daddy.

Daddy, Can You Fix This? EP17

In this episode of LOVE Speaks Larry introduces community member Alan Powell--all the way from Dubbo Australia. Alan shares a difficult journey he had to endure with his family, and how hearing Papa speak kept his heart soft, his walk close, and the door to his life open for blessing.

Papa, Keep Our Hearts In Love - EP18

We often fear that admitting we need to be transformed will lead to losing sight of God's grace. Community member Lauryl McKnight experienced the opposite in her step-by-step walk with Jesus through a life-giving identity transformation.

Loving Transformation with Jesus - EP19

In this second episode about Grace to Change, Larry introduces Community Member Tommie Wannamaker. Tommie shares how she has learned to cooperate with grace by aligning her mind and the feelings of her heart with Jesus' help.

Heart and Mind Together for Change - EP20

In this 3rd Grace to Change episode of LOVE Speaks, we look at cooperating with God's grace to step into new beliefs and experiences. Changing what we believe requires confronting our Metanarrative. (Larry explains in part a)

Grace to Change - Part 3a - Why is Metanarrative the Key to Change - EP21

In part B of our introduction to the idea and power of our Metanarratives (our assumptions taking on story forms) that run behind the curtain in our minds, Larry looks at the powerful influence these assumptions in story form have on what we can or cannot believe.&nbsp;

Grace to Change - Part 3b -Why is Metanarrative the Key to Change - EP22

This Daily Prayer Guide has been years in the creation. God has used this prayer guide in various seasons to encourage and guide Larry and the Joyland Community through changes in theology and life. Pray with Larry, then download your free copy.

A Daily Prayer Guide for You

This is the 5th episode in the "Grace to Change" series. It is the wrap-up episode specifically exploring "What is Metanarrative?" (NOTE: It's the assumptions you hold in story form that guard what you can or cannot easily believe.)&nbsp;&nbsp;

Grace to Change Series: Metanarrative Wrap-Up - EP27

Larry brings part-2 of his interview with Joyland Community Dwight David Dorty (from EP10) this time getting into the consistency of Daddy's love for Dave and for you! In the good and bad times, let Daddy prove His LOVE for you!&nbsp;

Let Daddy Prove His Love - EP28

In this first of The Encounter Series of episodes, Larry shares an interview with Joyland community member, Jessica Otero. In it she recounts a perspective-changing encounter she experienced with the LOVE and FIRE of Father God.

God is Love, But... The Encounter Series part-1 - EP29

Larry interviews Ugandan missionaries Joel and Jennifer Biyinzika. They share their journey from distrust and performative style Christianity (that never provided security) into grace &amp; love revealing to Ugandans how Father God sees them.&nbsp;

Grace & Love Meets Performance in Uganda - pt1 - EP30

Part 2of3: Larry interviews Ugandan missionaries Joel and Jennifer Biyinzika. They share more of their journey from judgment and performative style Christianity into the beauty of grace &amp; love revealing to Ugandans their value in Father's eyes..&nbsp;

Grace & Love Meets Performance in Uganda - pt2 - EP31

In this 3rd/final episode of Larry's interview with Joel and Jennifer Biyinzika, the focus turns to expectations of this new phase of their work in the Muslim communities in the Iganga district. The construction is underway. "Child-Centered Day" attracted over 400! You're invited to participate

Grace & Love Meets Performance in Uganda - pt3 - EP32

Larry interviews two new friends of Joyland; Levi and Shala Shirley. This young couple is on a journey many would consider a radical form of Christianity, but as you hear their story it sounds closer to simply listening and doing what God leads them to do.

Listen, Hear, Go, Do: The way to Intimacy - EP33

At the recent Combustible Convergence Conference Larry was joined by GAN hosts; Catherine Toon (Perspectives) and Bill Vanderbush (Unveiled Horizon) for a discussion on fear and its counterparts: power, love, and a sound mind. This is part 1 of 2. www.joylandlife.com, billvanderbush.com, catherinetoon.com

Abandoning Fear for Power Love and a Sound Mind - Pt1 - EP34

In this part-2 of his sit-down with Bill Vanderbush and Catherine Toon at the Combustible Convergence Conference, the panel goes deeper into fear and deeper still into its alternatives of the gifts of Power, LOVE, and a Sound Mind.&nbsp;

Abandoning Fear for Power, Love and a Sound Mind - Pt2 - EP35

Day 1/Pt1 of Combustible Convergence Conf. Bill Vanderbush, Catherine Toon &amp; Larry McKnight introduce 2 Tim 1:7. Larry sets a scriptural context &amp; introduces an insight from George MacDonald: Life is Made in Jesus!

Combustible Convergence Conf - Day 1 - Pt 1 - EP36

In Part 2 (from EP36) of Day 1 of the Combustible Convergence Conf., Larry continues to break down the beautiful promise of "the power of life in Christ" as we resist fear and receive a spirit of power, LOVE &amp; a sound mind. EP37

Combustible Convergence Conf - Day 1 - Pt 2 - EP37

Catherine Toon; GAN host of Perspectives w/Catherine Toon shares the real-time prophetic hope for promises delayed in resisting fear and receiving power, LOVE, and a sound mind from your Father who loves you. This is Day 2 - Part 1 - EP38

Combustible Conference Day 2 - Part 1 - EP38

Day 2-Pt 2 of 3: GAN host Catherine Toon (Perspectives) finishes with an emphasis on our absolute identity (in God's heart) as Father's Kid and Jesus' "breathtaking" Bride. How does this impact our hope in God's promises?&nbsp;&nbsp;

Combustible Conference Day 2 - Part 2 - EP39

In this final part (3) of Day @ of the Combustible Convergence Conf. Gan host Catherine Toon (Perspectives) takes questions and comments from the attendees. As always, Jesus' work and love is on display when we give you (His Body) a voice!&nbsp;

Combustible Conf. Day 2 - Pt 3 - Q/R - EP40

This 3rd and final day of the Combustible Convergence Conf sets Bill Vanderbush loose with the Gospel of Jesus! ...and he doesn't disappoint! Bill brings his mind-blowing, heart-affirming insights into our amazing union with Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Combustible Conf. Day 3 - Pt 1 - Bill Vanderbush - EP41

This 3rd and final day of the Combustible Convergence Conf sets Bill Vanderbush loose with the Gospel of Jesus! ...and he doesn't disappoint! Bill brings his mind-blowing, heart-affirming insights into our amazing union with Father, and the frequency that speaks from Jesus' blood.

Combustible Conf. Day 3 - Pt 2 - Bill Vanderbush - EP42

Bill Vanderbush brings his Day 3 Power, LOVE &amp; Sound Mind message to a powerful and practical conclusion. You and I can learn to steward the sound and frequency of our blood and voice - avoiding judgment and receiving supernatural life.

Love Speaks with Larry McKnight and the Joyland Community