Fuel For Life is hosted by Bogdan Kipko. Bogdan is the Senior and Founding Pastor at Forward Church in Irvine, California. He is a follower of Jesus, has been married to Victoria for over eighteen years, and is a speaker, coach, mentor, podcaster, and author passionate about cultivating a culture where Jesus is worshiped perpetually and the Bible is exposited faithfully. We believe that whatever fills your mind fuels your Life. This podcast aims to help you realize the promise of God's gospe ...
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Bogdan Kipko Podcasts
Welcome to the Forward Church Irvine Podcast! Here you will find audio content from Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior And Founding Pastor of Forward Church and other Forward Church Pastors. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information, please visit forwardchurchirvine.com and follow us on Instagram @forwardirvine.
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The Gospel Of John: The Towel and the Cross
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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The Gospel Of John: The Towel and the Cross
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What if serving others felt as natural as breathing? In John 13, Jesus shockingly washes his disciples' feet—including his betrayer's—mere hours before his crucifixion. Pastor Bogdan reveals how this seemingly upside-down act embodies the heart of God's kingdom, where true greatness comes through humble service. Through vivid examples from McDonald…
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The Charlie Kirk Memorial Service: Pastor Bogdan Reflects
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On this Fuel For Life Episode, Bogdan Kipko shares his reflections on attending the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service, which he describes as a powerful and moving experience that felt more like a revival than a traditional memorial. He discusses the overwhelming attendance, the atmosphere of worship, and the impactful messages delivered during the serv…
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Live from Arizona: Pastoral Reflections On The Upcoming Memorial Service For Charlie Kirk
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Have you felt the weight of darkness lately? In the wake of Charlie Kirk's tragic assassination, Pastor Bogdan shares a powerful message of hope from Phoenix, where thousands gather to honor a life cut short at 31. Through tears and testimonies, a remarkable movement is emerging—people are flooding back to churches, opening Bibles, and seeking God …
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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk: What Christians Must Do Now
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk: What Christians Must Do Now
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Have you ever wondered how to face tragedy with unwavering faith? When Pastor Bogdan addressed the heartbreaking assassination of Charlie Kirk, he illuminated a powerful truth: even in our darkest moments, God's purpose prevails. Through a moving exploration of biblical grief and martyrdom, he reveals how Kirk's dedication to sharing Christ on host…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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Have you ever wondered what dying could teach you about truly living? In John 12, Jesus reveals a paradoxical truth through the metaphor of a grain of wheat: true life springs from surrender. Pastor Bogdan unpacks this powerful principle, showing how "dying to self" - whether in marriage, parenting, or personal growth - leads to unexpected flourish…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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In a world chasing transcendence through festivals and experiences, Pastor Bogdan reveals a profound truth from John 12: authentic transformation comes not from spectacle, but from encountering Jesus. Through the Greeks who sought Jesus at the Passover festival, we learn that real life springs from death to self—like a seed that must die to produce…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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What if true transformation isn’t found in spiritual quick-fixes, but in surrendering to God’s deeper work? Pastor Bogdan reveals how a hospital’s multi-Faith center reflects our culture’s “spiritual buffet” approach—yet points to Christianity’s unique promise of genuine change through Christ alone. Through passion, practice, plunging into darkness…
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What does true transformation look like in a world desperate for change? Through Romans 12:1-2, Pastor Bogdan reveals that authentic change begins with complete surrender to God. In a striking revelation about Orange County—where only 3% attend Bible-believing churches—he challenges us to occupy spiritual territory for Christ's kingdom. Drawing par…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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In this sermon, Pastor Bogdan urges us to ask, "What does God want from you?" Using John 12, he highlights how the crowd's use of palm branches symbolized their expectations of Jesus as a political savior. He challenges us to actively engage in our faith and align our desires with God's purpose. Through a personal story, he illustrates how we can m…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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What does it truly mean to give extravagantly in a world that often sees such acts as wasteful? Pastor Bogdan explores the profound story of Mary anointing Jesus with a costly jar of perfume just before His crucifixion, illustrating what it means to worship authentically. He contrasts Mary's selfless act of love against Judas's cynical calculations…
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Consider Your Ways | Pastor Matt Krachunis
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Have you ever felt like the dreams you once had for your life seem to lie in ruins, overshadowed by distractions and discouragement? In this engaging sermon, Pastor Matt Krachunis presents the powerful message from Haggai. The Israelites, just like many of us today, faced opposition and apathy, leading them to abandon the rebuilding of their temple…
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The Gospel Of John: God’s Victory Through Human Failure
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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The Gospel Of John: God’s Victory Through Human Failure
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What do we do when the miraculous happens, yet the world around us turns hostile? In this stirring message from Pastor Bogdan, we delve into John 11, where the miraculous resurrection of Lazarus evokes both belief and murderous scheming. The Pharisees’ polarized reaction to this undeniable miracle reveals a profound truth: witnessing the extraordin…
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The Gospel Of John: The Voice That Wakes the Dead
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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The Gospel Of John: The Voice That Wakes the Dead
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What if the very place you believe is a tomb is a cave waiting for resurrection? In Pastor Bogdan's powerful message on John 11, we witness the incredible moment when Jesus calls Lazarus out of his grave, transforming death into life. Through the lens of Mary and Martha’s grief, Pastor Bogdan highlights how Jesus meets us in our pain and sorrow, in…
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The Gospel Of John: The God Who Raises The Dead
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Have you ever found yourself standing at the intersection of grief and faith, asking, "Where were you, Jesus?" In a heartfelt sermon, Pastor Bogdan Kipko guides us through the story of Martha and Mary, sisters mourning the death of Lazarus. As Martha expresses her grief, saying, "Lord, if you had been here, my brother wouldn't have died," Pastor Bo…
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The Gospel Of John: The God Who Raises The Dead
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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In today's message, Pastor Bogdan explores the story of Lazarus in John 11, emphasizing that Jesus' delays are often purposeful. Despite the suffering and confusion of Mary and Martha, Jesus' decision to wait ensured a greater miracle, demonstrating that His timing is not our own and that His love can mean enduring hardship. The pastor reminds us t…
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The Gospel Of John: The Work Of The Shepherd
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In his sermon, Pastor Dmitry Kvasnyuk explores the concept of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, emphasizing His unity with the Father, His works, and the faith that believers place in Him. He highlights that true salvation comes not from human effort but from a relationship with God, pointing out the hypocrisy of religious leaders who fail to recognize J…
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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Pastor Bogdan Kipko emphasizes the security believers have in Christ through the metaphor of being held in His hands. By referencing John 10:22-30, he illustrates that true salvation comes not from our grip on Jesus, but from His unwavering grip on us, ensuring eternal life and safety. Despite life's challenges and feelings of anxiety, Pastor highl…
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The Gospel Of John: The Shepherd Who Lays Down His Life
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Pastor Bogdan Kipko emphasized the profound relationship between Jesus as the good shepherd and believers as his sheep, highlighting that Jesus willingly laid down his life for us unlike a hired hand who would abandon the flock in times of danger. He contrasted the qualities of the good shepherd with those of false shepherds, warning about the dang…
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The Gospel Of John: The Shepherd Who Lays Down His Life
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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The Good Shepherd: Whose Voice Are You Following?
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Pastor Dmitry Kvasnyuk begins a new mini-series titled “The Good Shepherd,” focusing on hearing the voice of Jesus as presented in John 10. He emphasizes the necessity of recognizing the true Shepherd amid a world filled with thieves and robbers who aim to exploit us. Pastor Dmitry urges the congregation to cultivate a deep relationship with Christ…
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The Gospel Of John: Now I See and I Believe
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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.fo…
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