Podcasts by Epic Life Podcast

Advancing During Adversity from 2023-08-07T18:33:04

What is the Biblical understanding and response to trials and adversity? In this guest message at Yountville Community Church, Eric teaches on where trials come from, what their purpose is, and ...

Exploring the Transformed Life in Christ from 2023-04-30T10:45

Do you know what happened to you when you gave your life to Jesus? Sure, you got saved to heaven and redeemed from the path to hell, but you also got transformed. In this message Eric covers the...

How to be victorious over trials and tribulations from 2022-12-10T15:03

This is part 2 of a message series that began with the question, "How could a good God allow evil in the world?" This message is how to be victorious over trials and tribulations that come again...

Why is there evil in the world and how could a good God allow it? from 2022-12-03T15:02:40

One of the most vexing problems of the faith is explaining and understanding how a good God could allow evil in the world. If God is really good, how do we understand all the pain, suffering, tr...

Why Did Jesus Have To Die? Lies We Believe About God from 2021-07-20T10:33:16

Perhaps the greatest lie ever believed in Christianity is the reason that Jesus had to die and who killed him. The conventional view is that Jesus was punished in our place for our sins by the F...

My God, My God, Why Have You Forsake Me? - Lies We Believe About God from 2021-06-12T10:20

One of the biggest lies we believe about God is that He separates from us when we sin. We believe a Holy God cannot even look upon sin and therefore separates from us. We tear down the narrative...

The Lies We Believe About God from 2021-05-09T10:10

This session is from Epic Life Tahoe and the power of the lies we believe about God and how they kill our ability to have right, intimate, and powerful relationship with God. Our view of God mor...

What is Going on, Where is God, and What is He Doing? from 2020-10-05T10:53:53

Christians don't know how to explain the pandemic, recession, political turmoil, wildfires, and civil unrest in light of God's nature. These are crazy times with the pandemic and Christians are ...

Ministry or Marketplace - The Greatest Lie I Ever Believed from 2019-04-13T12:57:11

This message is from William Jessup University where Eric Knopf shared on the greatest lie he ever believed — choosing between ministry or marketplace. Learn about Eric Knopf’s journey in pursui...

Stepping into your Spiritual Authority (Part 2) from 2019-04-05T11:51

This is part 2 of Eric's message on Stepping Into Your Spiritual Authority. If you want to live a powerful life that brings the Kingdom to every area of your life, you need to hear this message....

Stepping into your Spiritual Authority (Part 1) from 2019-03-21T11:19:41

Many believers today are timid, insecure, and afraid. Rather than stepping out to be the hands and feet of Jesus, they have reduced their faith down to attending a service once a week. This is n...

Jesus is the Revelation of the Father from 2019-02-06T22:07

How do we reconcile the God of the Old Testament, who appears vengeful, violent and angry with the compassionate, loving Jesus of the New Testament? In this message, Eric outlines the supreme re...

Who is your God: God the Father or The GodFather? (The Punishment Narrative) from 2018-12-05T23:42:02

What do you believe happened on the Cross? Was Jesus punished for our sins or was He creating a covenant of forgiveness? Eric preaches the second part of his series on how our view of God's char...

Who is your God: God the Father or The Godfather? (The Fall and Separation) from 2018-11-07T18:13:03

Who we believe God to be is the most important thing about us. In this message, Eric shares the story of our sin and separation and how we got it all wrong. Our modern day interpretation of the ...

The Unfair Advantage from 2018-10-29T15:04:26

Jesus says that "the world is going to give you trouble, but I have overcome the world." This sermon is all about the unfair advantage that Christians have in this world because if you believe i...

Circles of Covenant With Eric Waterbury from 2018-10-28T17:06:48

In this episode Eric Knopf interviews Eric Waterbury to discuss intentionality in relationships. They discuss a tool that they use in their own ministry (Epic Life) called the Circles of Covenan...

How To Not Get Deceived from 2018-10-14T21:58:06

Eric Knopf preaches on how the devil causes confusion in minds of believers so they don’t make the right decisions that lead to powerful lives. It begs the question: How do you not get deceived ...

Finding The Lost Commandment from 2018-10-09T21:46

Dan Chrystal is the author of the new book, The Lost Art Of Relationship which leads us on a journey to find the lost commandment of Jesus. We took some time to learn more about Dan’s story and ...

What about the Book of Job? Will of God and the Will of Satan (Night 3) from 2018-09-11T11:17

Tonight is Eric Knopf’s third and final message in his series on the Will of God. When it comes to suffering, Job is cited unanimously, more than any other book of the Bible. Christians everywhe...

What is the Will of God? Every Verse on the Will of God (Night 2) from 2018-09-10T15:30

Everyone references the Will of God, but very few people can cite a correct passage on the Will of God. In night 2, Eric takes you through every passage on the Will of God. If you want to know w...

The Will of God and the Lies We Believe (Night 1) from 2018-09-09T15:18

For many Christians, The Will of God is the single largest question mark over their life. Perhaps you have prayed and sought counsel about God’s will, or maybe you’ve been told it’s mysterious a...

10 Rules for Making A Dent in the Universe from 2018-09-06T14:59

Eric Knopf shares some powerful insights at the Sacramento NextGen pastors gathering about how to make a dent in the universe. His message is biblical and practical--with an outline of 10 steps....

Meant For More – Conversation with Charity Eilering from 2018-09-04T14:39

Charity Eliering shares her amazing story from being limited and suppressed to becoming a powerful business woman, a powerful mother, and a powerful contributor to the kingdom. Charity shares he...

Your Mind is a Battleground from 2018-09-04T13:24

The biggest battleground of our time is within our minds. If the devil can influence your mind, he can influence your life. The problem is most Christians are tormented in their minds and have n...

Interview: Developing a Spine from 2018-08-10T13:37

Eric Knopf and Eric Watebury share a conversation about what it means to develop a spine. How do you go from being a spineless people pleaser to a world changer? If you want to abandon pleasing ...

No Shame In Your Game from 2018-08-07T13:12

Interview: Zero to Hero – Closing Down a Retail Location to Insta Famous from 2018-07-25T10:14

We believe entrepreneurship is a strategic in for Kingdom Impact in our current culture. In this interview, we talk with Tom Walters of Rehab Science. His story is crazy. He started a brick and ...

You’re Not Just Saved – You Are Transformed from 2018-07-22T07:26

People think that when they got saved that means they are going to heaven. You didn't just get saved. You got transformed. So few believers know what happened to them at their salvation. Salvati...

Satan: The Thief That Steals Your Fruit from 2018-07-03T09:39

The greatest scheme of the enemy is to convince you that he doesn't exist and confuse you on how he operates. If you don't know, it's impossible to victorious over him. Don't be be ignorant to w...

Interview: Great Leadership Starts With Great Relationship from 2018-07-01T15:42

Ashley Mellott shares her leadership secrets and lessons: What makes a great leader, what makes a poor leader and how to develop people to reach their maximum potential. You'll want to save this...

Creating with God from 2018-06-05T22:00

From the foundations of the earth, God destined man to co-create with Him. Creating is not about art, ink or music, it's about creating the future with God. Because God is a creator, you are a crea...

Epic Session: Why Do People Torch Their Lives? from 2018-04-21T10:27

In our very first podcast interview session, we talked with Eric Waterbury about why people torch their lives. In this podcast, Eric Waterbury talks about how he walks people through pain and the d...

Living a Life of Significance from 2018-04-03T18:55

Epic Life is back! Do you ever ache for something more in your life? Do you long to live a life of significance? It turns out, there’s a reason for that! As believers, each and every one of us i...

Epic Life is coming back from 2018-03-19T07:50

Hi Epic Life Fam! Over the past year since we have ended our regularly weekly services, we have felt the stirring to do something new and something bigger than before. Listen to this podcast and he...

Epic 10 Year Celebration Night from 2017-03-30T10:25

Epic Life's final celebration was a blast. If you want to re-experience it or hear it for the first time you can do so right here! Everything from testimony to gift giving to rap. It's all right here!

God’s Best Part 2: Facing Resistance from 2017-03-23T10:38

If you want to experience God's best for your life, you have to be ready to face resistance. Last week Eric Knopf preached about the dangers of delay and the importance of stepping out. This wee...

A Testimony of a Family from 2017-03-23T10:04

LeeAnne testifies to the family that Epic Life has been and the effect that it has had on her life and growth. "When you're on the outside of a family all you see are the the commonalities, when yo...

God’s Best Part 1: Take Your Place in The Kingdom from 2017-03-16T11:56

This week Eric Knopf kicks off our God’s Best series with a message about taking your place in the Kingdom. The Bible says “ Listen

The Best is Yet to Come! from 2017-03-02T11:39

Chrissa Trudelle shares her testimony about how the 'not yets' in her life have been transformed from haunting her story to driving her story. "After all we are here on Earth and 'not yet' in He...

Does God's Will Always Come To Pass? from 2017-02-16T11:10

This question will fundamentally change how you look at the world. If you love being challenged give this sermon a listen. Have you ever asked yourself these questions? Does the will of God alwa...

Testimony by Sountha: Faith and Recovery from 2017-02-16T10:43

Sountha explains how faith in God and a great community led him to recovery from drug addiction.

God's Sovereignty: Is God in Control? Or Is He in Charge? from 2017-02-09T11:38

How should we look at God's sovereignty? Is God in control or is he in charge? How should we look at our role in this world in relationship to a powerful God? Eric Knopf challenges a prevailing ...

Surrendering to God and Community from 2017-02-09T10:50

Nathaniel shares how the Holy Spirit taught him how to trust in the godly community in which he was already in. "God wants to give you sweet potato fries" -Nathaniel S.

Sustaining Breakthrough from 2017-02-02T09:47

Have you ever had a breakthrough, that stopped as quickly as it began? If so, you’re not alone. In this message,  Eric Waterbury shares not only how to have a breakthrou...

Perception, Reality, and Moving in God from 2017-01-26T11:58

Have you been waiting for God to “move” in your life? Are you are asking God to “bring you joy?” If you answered yes to either of these questions, it’s time for a perspective shift. This sermon ...

Family Reunion from 2017-01-26T11:46

Krista discusses how the community at Epic life helped her to find out her ethnicity which led to a meeting her father who she had always believed was dead.

Transitioning from Old to New from 2017-01-19T11:59

Do you feel stuck? Many of us are praying for a new season but wondering why we’re still living in the same patterns.

 Tonight’s message by pastor Damien is packed with wisdom on how to i...

The Power of Prayer from 2017-01-19T11:51

David shares his testimony revealing how God has performed several miracles in his life.

Calling All Dreamers from 2017-01-12T11:03

At the beginning of each New Year, Christians across the globe make long, lofty lists of resolutions. This year, however, Eric Knopf challenges us to set dreams, rather than resolutions. The dif...

The Truth Has Set Me Free from 2017-01-12T10:42

Jessica shares how she was raised in a Christian environment and started conforming to the standards of the world once she entered the college environment. She discusses how revealing the truth thr...

God Has Spent an Eternity Loving You from 2016-12-15T12:09

It’s the end of the year and many of us are evaluating all areas of life, including our relationship with God. Are you happy about your relationship with God? Or do you refer to your relationshi...

Thankful from 2016-12-15T10:57

Riley shares how listening to God's voice helped her turn her complaining into thankfulness.

Understanding God's Discipline and God's Voice from 2016-12-08T12:09

Have you ever experienced a negative circumstance in your life and called it God’s discipline? See, modern theology looks at a circumstance and calls it discipline, but it turns out that “God’s ...

Race Around the World from 2016-12-08T11:58

Bee shares her struggles and doubts leading up to a recent eleven month mission trip.

Daddy God&Discipline from 2016-12-01T12:19

Do you ever have trouble reconciling with the paradox of crippling punishment and a loving God? Do you ever wonder what discipline in the Kingdom, even means? Turns out, it may not be what you t...

What Does “Fear of the Lord” Really Mean? from 2016-11-17T12:53

In tonight’s sermon, Eric Knopf dives headfirst into a big topic: Fear of the Lord. The “fear of the Lord” is a widely discussed and often misused phrase in today’s church. The book of Proverbs ...

I am Gold from 2016-11-17T12:15

Michelle discusses overcoming weariness and depression. Her circumstances may not have changed, but she has.

Dignity is an Inside Job from 2016-11-10T12:33

In tonight’s sermon, Eric Waterbury challenges each and every person to step it up, elevate their character and walk with dignity. Dignity is eroded by entitlement and bolstered by honor. 

Worship from 2016-11-10T12:11

You are always singing a song. What song are you singing?

Seeing Through A Lens of Truth from 2016-11-03T11:55

Eric Waterbury has been getting some powerful breakthroughs lately, and he is here tonight to share them!

Most Christians say that they want to grow, but the problem is, many of us will d...

Surrender Surrender Surrender from 2016-11-03T10:48

Sara shares how she found who she is in Christ by surrendering to His righteousness.

Breakthrough is Always Available but Never Accidental from 2016-10-27T12:31

Tonight, Eric Waterbury teaches about breakthroughs. Often, what we call breakthrough is a really revelation or inspiration, but the two are not the same. The thing about breakthrough is that it...

Fathers in the Faith from 2016-10-27T11:58

Andorful discusses listening to fathers in the faith and obeying godly counsel.

Are You a Peacekeeper or a Peacemaker? from 2016-10-20T10:06

Many people believe that if they want to live a life of peace, they should avoid conflict and stay out of messes. True peace, however, is made when we face conflict and live in truth and victory...

Facing Fear from 2016-10-20T09:09

Anca shares how God challenged her to live her life by overcoming her fears. "He is the protector of my heart, and there is nothing that He cannot heal."

Daddy God Part 4: Daddy God is a Giver from 2016-10-13T10:36

When it comes to giving and God, there is no shortage of myths among Christians. Some people believe that they have to beg God just to get Him to relinquish an occasional blessing. Others think ...

Finding Sonship from 2016-10-13T09:47

Bridges shares how he has found sonship in God.

Daddy God Part 3: Clearing Up Perception Problems from 2016-10-06T10:15

Do you ever feel distant from God? Do you find yourself wondering how to approach Him in prayer? If so, it’s time to take a look at your perception of God. Many Christians perceive God as a micr...

Relying on God from 2016-10-06T09:57

Krista shares her testimony of learning to rely on God over herself.

Finding Healing, Finding Home from 2016-09-29T09:25

Claudia shares her testimony of the lies that people had spoken over her and how God used those lies as a launching point to finding healing.

Daddy God Part 2: Your Heavenly Father is Not Your Earthly Father from 2016-09-22T11:17

This week Eric Knopf continues our Daddy God series by uncovering more truth about God’s identity. From an early age, many of us unknowingly assign character attributes from our earthly father t...

Faith for Missions from 2016-09-22T10:49

Dorothy shares her experiences of believing for the impossible and being sent on mission trips, as well as what those trips have accomplished.

Love Equals Freedom from 2016-09-15T09:40

Destiny shares her testimony of going through struggle and self-doubt and encourages others through her story. To hear more from Destiny visit her website Destinyrobbins.com

Daddy God - God's True Identity from 2016-09-15T09:06

Do you want to transform your relationship with God? Start by taking a look at who you believe God is. Who you believe God to be determines everything about how you relate to Him. Some Christian...

Is Sickness for God’s Glory? from 2016-09-08T09:48

This week Eric Knopf wraps up our series on God and trials by tackling a question that has plagued Christians for years... "is sickness for God’s glory?"  While some theologians argue that God i...

Spiritual Freedom from 2016-09-08T09:14

Bryan Ryan discusses how he has gone deeper with God and community to find spiritual freedom.

How to Stop "Doing Church" from 2016-09-02T10:25

What comes to your mind when you think of Church? For many Christians, Church conjures up images of singing, group potlucks, a list of rules, and a collection box. The Church as God intended it,...

God& Trials Part 3: Does God Give Satan Permission to Attack us? from 2016-08-25T13:23

During the first two weeks of our series on trials, Eric dispelled some of the existing myths about God authoring our pain. A lingering question still remains, however, which is does God give Sa...

God& Trials Part 2: The Truth About Joy in Trials from 2016-08-18T09:25

This week, Eric Knopf continues our series about trials and tribulations. The Bible tells us we will have trouble: and it also says to have joy in all things. Does this mean we are to celebrate ...

Identity Crisis from 2016-08-18T08:46

Caleb discusses growing in Christ while trusting that you already are who God created you to be.

God& Trials Part 1: Where is God in Tragedy? from 2016-08-11T00:36

This week, Eric Knopf kicks off our series on trials and tribulations. The prevailing theology of our time says that God is responsible for everything— including grave tragedies and heartbreakin...

Trusting God from 2016-08-11T00:00

Ernesto shares his testimony of learning how to trust God.

Walking in Unity from 2016-08-04T23:54

Right now, there’s no greater need in ministry, in families, and in our country, than unity. Christ died so that we can walk in unity! In tonight’s sermon, Eric Waterbury shares some powerful in...

Building Character for Transitions from 2016-07-28T03:07

Tonight, Pastor Damien Giacchino preaches about developing godly character as we transition in life. Did you know that every blessing you are contending for requires a certain level of character...

6 Things You Need to Know About Transitions from 2016-07-14T12:01

All of creation transitions: whether it’s a career change, a new relationship, or a move across the country, our lives are in a constant state of transition. If we want to be destiny people, the...

Harvesting Friendships from 2016-07-14T11:13

Sarah shares her testimony, explaining how God has helped her develop friendships while still being herself.

Are You a Fraidy Cat? from 2016-06-30T12:48

In tonight’s sermon, Eric Waterbury teaches about fear. Fear is one of the most powerful emotions that exists on the planet. It’s debilitating, soul-crushing and the Devil’s main instrument. Whe...

Giving Honor To Epic Life from 2016-06-30T12:21

John Nye shared his testimony of honor and respect to the Epic Life community for being a "saving grace" in his life. You'll want to hear this one!

Understanding Prophecy& The Prophetic Part 3: Cultivation from 2016-06-23T10:23

This week Eric Knopf preaches his final message in our series on the prophetic.  In the first two messages, we learned all about what the prophetic is, and its vital importance for Christians to...

Hope, Love and Generosity with Brian Orme from 2016-06-16T13:50

The Bible says that “hope does not disappoint" but many Christians still live a life clouded with dashed hopes and deferred dreams. Why is this?

Get ready to rock your reality! In tonigh...

Healing Testimonies from 2016-06-16T13:26

God's been doing a lot of healing in so many people. Hear how He's been healing people at Epic!

Understanding Prophecy& The Prophetic Part 2: Activation. from 2016-06-09T16:11

Do you want to hear from God, and ramp up how you encounter Him in your life? If your answer is yes, then it’s time to wake up to the prophetic. Last week Eric Knopf kicked off our series on the...

Understanding Prophecy& The Prophetic Part 1: What is it? from 2016-06-02T14:08

This week Eric Knopf kicks off our series about the prophetic — one of the most misunderstood concepts in the Bible. Perhaps you have wondered if prophecy is still relevant for today, or maybe you ...

It Was Painful& It Wasn’t Easy from 2016-06-02T13:28

Oksen shared how God helped him through his past fears and depression. Hear his story and how he's become victorious through the process.

Activating Love from 2016-05-26T11:54

Of everything Jesus has told us, his greatest commandment is simple: to love. God is love, and he has called us to love one another not merely with words, but with actions. In tonight’s message,...

I’m WEIRD! from 2016-05-26T11:37

Caleb shared on how He started to find God through reading the Bible, community and so many other ways. Listen to His pursuit of God!

Your Promised Land Grapes from 2016-05-19T11:55

If you’re going to do anything important in your life, you will face difficulty. The problem is, many Christians see challenges as a U-turn sign instead of a green light...

Make Revelation Stick to Your DNA from 2016-05-12T11:42

Tonight's message is all about turning revelation. Far too often we get excited about a revelation only to fall back into the same old patterns a week later. Revelation ...

I Am Truly Lovable from 2016-05-12T11:22

Sarah shared how God has been revealing how lovable she is! Listen to her journey!

Quality Relationships and The Secret to Happiness from 2016-05-05T11:57

Do you want to know the greatest predictor of your happiness? Hint: It’s not your income, your house size, or your exercise routine. Study after study has revealed that happiness is directly tie...

Body Image from 2016-05-05T11:40

Nick shared on how God has been giving him a lot of breakthrough from hopelessness in body image. This is a journey you'll want to listen to, There is Hope!

The Character Of God Part 5: God is Not Self Seeking from 2016-04-28T11:52

What do you believe about God’s character? Many of us grew up receiving a general message that God is a selfish glory hog who is always keeping score, and only wants to take from you. But this c...

For God Has Not Given You A Spirit Of Fear from 2016-04-28T11:21

Avak shared his testimony on how God delivered him from fear. Listen to how God brought 2 Timothy 1:7 to life in His life!

The Character of God Part 4 - God is Not Rude from 2016-04-21T11:36

When you read the Bible and listen to God’s voice, what kind of tone do you hear? Does He sound like a boss, a mean gym coach, or a loving father? We live in a culture, today, where rudeness is ...

You’re Worthy from 2016-04-21T10:35

Anca shared how God helped her face her pain and how Jesus understood it. Hear how God has been helping her through it all!