So many Christians walk through life feeling anxious and burdened — but what if intimacy with God was your starting point, rather that your reward? In this episode, Graham Cooke shares how Presence quiets striving, worship renews our hearts, and joy becomes a daily strength. Key Scriptures: + Psalm 27:4. One thing I have desired of the Lord, that will I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in His temple. + 1 Cori...
May 23, 2025•10 min
What if transformation wasn’t about trying harder, but trusting deeper? Today, we’ll unpack the beautiful rhythm of being and doing with God—where presence comes before performance, and trust fuels every next step. What changes when you realize you’re already in His presence? Key Scriptures: + 2 Corinthians 3:18. But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit. + 2 Cor...
May 16, 2025•9 min
This episode explores how God gently replaces our negative thoughts, emotions, and vision with His own. What if transformation isn’t about fixing ourselves—but exchanging what isn’t ours for what is already true in Him? Key Scriptures: + Mark 12:30. “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” + Matthew 14:14. “When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.” + John 15:11. “I have ...
May 13, 2025•12 min
What if transformation isn’t about fixing yourself, but about walking with God as He shares His perspective with you—one radiant truth at a time? In this episode, we explore what it looks like to be renewed in how we think, feel, and see—at God's pace, with His joy. How might your life shift if you allowed His emotional reality to become your own? Key Scriptures: + Genesis 1:26. Then God said, “Let Us make mankind in Our image, according to Our likeness…” + 1 John 4:17. As He is, so also are...
May 06, 2025•8 min
When your mindset is shaped by trust instead of striving, everything changes. In this episode, Pastor Jim Baker of Zion Church joins us for a conversation about healing, provision, and partnering with God from a place of rest. If you’ve been following our series on mindset, this one invites you to take the next step: letting God’s goodness be your starting point. Key Scriptures: + Hebrews 12:2. Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the originator and perfecter of the faith, who for the joy set before Him en...
Apr 24, 2025•40 min
Every thought has a source—and the ones we entertain shape how we live, love, and relate to God. In this episode, Graham invites us to examine the origins of our thoughts and teaches us how to respond with peace, joy, and grace instead of reacting from fear or frustration. When we think with God, speculation gives way to clarity, and we begin to experience life through His eyes. Key Scriptures: + 2 Corinthians 10:5. “We are destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the know...
Apr 17, 2025•12 min
What if changing your thinking could change everything? In this episode, Graham shares how aligning with the mind of Christ invites joy, healing, and transformation. Discover the freedom that comes when you see yourself—and others—through God’s eyes. Key Scriptures: + John 15:11. “These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be made full.” + Philippians 4:8. “Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, ...
Apr 11, 2025•12 min
What if your mindset could become a place of favor, strength, and transformation? In this episode, Graham explores how our thinking either reflects God’s nature—or resists it. As we align our thoughts with Heaven, we create a lifestyle the enemy can’t steal from. Key Scriptures: + Isaiah 61:2. To proclaim the favorable year of the Lord and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn. + Jeremiah 29:11. 'For I know the plans that I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans...
Apr 04, 2025•12 min
Your mindset is shaping your journey with God in more ways than you might realize. In this episode, Graham Cooke introduces a powerful perspective on how the Holy Spirit transforms Scripture from something we read into something we experience. As we explore Paul’s words to the Corinthians, we’ll uncover how our mindset shapes our capacity to trust and live freely in God’s goodness. This episode is just the beginning. Stick around over the next few weeks as we continue unpacking these life-changi...
Mar 28, 2025•14 min
Trusting God’s voice changes everything. In this episode, Ray Higdon shares his incredible journey from striving to joyful surrender, discovering how walking in faith over fear unlocks peace and acceleration. Through unexpected moments of hearing God’s voice, he’s learned that trust isn’t complicated—it’s a lifestyle. Are you ready to step into a faith that feels beautifully integrated into every part of life? To join us at Brilliance25 (March 21st - 23rd), CLICK HERE Key Scriptures: + 2 Corinth...
Mar 20, 2025•38 min
How often do you see yourself the way God does? The kingdom isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about stepping into the new life that’s already yours. In this conversation, we explore what it means to stop striving and start living from a place of rest, joy, and unshakable identity in Christ. To join us at Brilliance25 (March 21st - 23rd), CLICK HERE . Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 5:17-18. Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have c...
Mar 13, 2025•24 min
Stepping into your new identity in Christ isn’t about fixing the old—it’s about fully embracing the life God has already given you. In this special episode from Brilliance24, discover what it means to walk in joy, freedom, and the unshakable love of God. To join us at Brilliance25 on March 21st - 23rd, CLICK HERE . Key Scriptures: + 2 Corinthians 5:17-18. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. Now all these things are fr...
Mar 06, 2025•24 min
Every challenge carries an invitation for growth in Christ. When obstacles arise, God transforms them into opportunities, calling you into a life of favor, faith, and presence. What might change if you saw every difficulty as a doorway into something greater? To join us at Brilliance25 on March 21st - 23rd, CLICK HERE . Key Scriptures: + Romans 8:31. What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who is against us? + 1 John 4:17. By this, love is perfected with us, so that we may have...
Feb 27, 2025•13 min
Every journey with God is an invitation to travel light. “The Lord is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with you” (Deuteronomy 31:8). What might shift in your life if you packed only what He’s given you for the road ahead? Key Scriptures: + Deuteronomy 31:6. Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. + Deuteronomy 31:8. The Lord is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with yo...
Feb 21, 2025•11 min
Grace isn’t just a gift; it’s an invitation to live fully in God’s reality. In today’s episode, we’ll explore what happens when we receive grace at the level God is giving it—without hesitation, without limits, and without holding back. Key Scriptures: + Romans 5:17-21. For if by the transgression of the one, death reigned through the one, much more those who receive the abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ… + 2 Corinthians 3:18. Bu...
Feb 14, 2025•15 min
Your story didn’t begin with you — it began with God’s unwavering love. In this episode, Graham Cooke shares how transformation starts by seeing yourself through His eyes, not through your circumstances. When we embrace His perspective, we step into the freedom and confidence of the story He’s always intended for us. Key Scriptures: + Genesis 1:26. Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; and let them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and...
Feb 07, 2025•11 min
Overwhelm doesn’t have to define your story. What if God’s peace and provision were your safeguards instead? In this episode, Graham Cooke shares how to approach life’s challenges as God’s much-loved child. Discover how His presence brings clarity, comfort, and provision for every difficulty you face. Key Scriptures: + 2 Corinthians 13:4. For indeed He was crucified because of weakness, yet He lives because of the power of God. For we also are weak in Him, yet we will live with Him because of th...
Jan 31, 2025•8 min
Step into the peace and joy of God’s empowering presence. In today’s episode, Graham Cooke invites us to discover the beauty of walking in partnership with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Key Scriptures: + Matthew 11:28-30. Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. + James 1:2-4. Cons...
Jan 23, 2025•10 min
When we step into newness of life in Christ, we have full permission to leave the old behind. In this episode, Graham Cooke explores how to recognize the voice of your new nature and embrace the freedom Jesus has already given you. Are you ready to hand Him the key to your past and discover the limitless possibilities of life in Him? Key Scriptures: + Romans 6:4. Therefore we have been buried with Him through baptism into death, so that as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the...
Jan 16, 2025•8 min
What if a devotional lifestyle isn’t about fitting God into your schedule but inviting Him into every moment? In this episode, Graham Cooke reframes devotion as an ongoing dialogue with a God who always makes the first move, speaking to us in the voice of joy, peace, and kindness. Discover how to respond to His declarations and experience the freedom of living every day in partnership with His delight. Key Scriptures: + John 17:23. I in them and You in Me, that they may be perfected in unity, so...
Jan 10, 2025•9 min
What happens when we feel like God isn’t with us? Today, we explore the importance of tuning in to our new nature in Christ through the art of awareness. Key Scriptures: + Colossians 3:1-3. Therefore if you have been raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth. For you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God. + Deuteronomy 31:8. The LORD himself goes bef...
Jan 03, 2025•11 min
What if your resolutions weren’t about striving but about discovering what God has already planned for you? In this episode, we explore the difference between doing things for God and doing them with Him. Key Scriptures: + John 17:23. I in them, and You in Me; that they may be made perfect in one, and that the world may know that You have sent Me, and have loved them as You have loved Me. + Isaiah 41:10. Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes,...
Dec 20, 2024•12 min
Discover the joy of partnering with God in every moment! In this episode, we explore Matthew 11's invitation to learn from Jesus in rest, seeing every challenge as a chance to embrace His gentle, loving nature. Key Scriptures: + Matthew 11:28-30. Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light. To check out Brilli...
Dec 13, 2024•8 min
We don't need to strive for God's love or any aspect of His nature towards us in Jesus. Every day, we are simply learning to trust and celebrate the promise of His unchanging heart. Key Scriptures: + Malachi 3:6. I the Lord am unchanging, therefore, you sons of Jacob, you are not consumed + Hebrews 13:8. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever Something BRAND NEW has just arrived at Brilliant Book House! Check it out HERE . To check out BrilliantPlus, CLICK HERE . To stay connecte...
Dec 06, 2024•9 min
How do you grow spiritually without striving? How do you hear God’s voice in the noise of daily life? In this episode, Jenny and Theresa answer these questions and more, sharing insights on living in God’s delight and walking in your identity in Christ. Key Scriptures: + Psalm 37:4. Delight yourself in the Lord; And He will give you the desires of your heart. + Galatians 2:20. I am crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me; and the life which I now l...
Nov 21, 2024•17 min
Matt’s story of meeting God in life’s quiet, challenging moments invites us all to experience a deep, gentle connection with God. Together, we explore how to rest in His presence and uncover a peace that’s always available. Full 1-hour conversation coming soon on the BrilliantPlus app! Key Scriptures: + Psalm 46:10. Cease striving and know that I am God… + Matthew 11:28-30. Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am ...
Nov 14, 2024•27 min
In this episode, Graham and Dionne take us beyond the surface of what it means to choose rest. Together, they explore how rest serves as a weapon against anxiety and as a path toward greater peace. Choosing rest empowers us to experience God’s constant companionship and navigate each day from a place of inner stability. Key Scriptures: + Matthew 11:28 To stay connected with Graham Cooke and Team Brilliant, CLICK HERE . As always, thanks for listening!...
Nov 08, 2024•11 min
What if your prayers could unlock God’s promises over your life for decades to come? In this episode, we discuss the power of crafted prayers—prayers that shape our faith and help us rest in God’s provision. You’ll hear how one of Graham’s crafted prayers, rooted in Isaiah 41, has served as a steady anchor for over 40 years. We hope this episode inspires you to develop your own prayers that align with God’s heart and bring peace in every situation. Key Scriptures: + Isaiah 41:8-14. But you, Isra...
Oct 31, 2024•10 min
How would your prayers change if you knew they were already backed by heaven? This is the beauty of our partnership in prayer with Jesus and the Holy Spirit. As we practice aligning our prayers with the kind intentions of God, we unlock a greater capacity for the joy and peace in believing. Key Scriptures: + John 11:38-46. Father, I thank You that You have heard Me. I knew that You always hear Me; but because of the people standing around I said it, so that they may believe that You sent Me. + G...
Oct 24, 2024•8 min
“Is anything too hard for the Lord?” Prayer is designed to transform our perspective from fear to trust, knowing that God has already prepared the way for us. Learn how to pray with confidence, rooted in your inheritance in Christ, and discover the beauty of responding to life’s challenges from a place of peace and joy. Key Scriptures: + Genesis 18:14. "Is anything too difficult for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, at this time next year, and Sarah will have a son." + Deuter...
Oct 17, 2024•8 min
