Fire & Fragrance Charlotte
Fire & Fragrance Charlotte is the podcast of the Fire & Fragrance community based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The show shares teaching, preaching and messages from the ministry's gatherings, focused on worship, prayer and missions. Episodes are aimed at equipping listeners to live out their faith and engage in the church's missionary and prayer efforts. The content is Christian in nature and produced by the local Fire & Fragrance team in Charlotte.
Episodes
Brian Hunsburger | Biblical Overview | DAY 1
The biggest problem isn’t access to the Bible—it’s apathy toward it. When people across the world risk prison just to memorize a few chapters, it exposes a hard truth: many who have unlimited access still aren’t building their lives on it. And when life collapses—through loss, suffering, or failure—whatever foundation you’ve chosen gets tested. If it’s not rooted in something solid, it won’t hold.
Frenchie Gamero | Evangelism | DAY 1
What if the reason faith feels dull isn’t because it lacks power—but because you’re watching from the sidelines instead of stepping onto the field? The real invitation isn’t passive belief; it’s participation in a victory that’s already been won. Evangelism isn’t about trying to defeat darkness—it’s about joining a God who never loses. When that clicks, everything shifts: fear gives way to boldnes
Gabe Strydom | Lordship | DAY 3
What if the thing driving your life isn’t devotion—but pressure to perform? That tension hits hard: if your identity isn’t rooted in love, it will default to performance every single time. And not just any love—this is hesed, a relentless, covenant-keeping love that refuses to let go. It doesn’t rise and fall with your behavior. It’s stubborn, and wildly committed—even when you’re inconsistent, fa
Gabe Strydom | Lordship | DAY 4
What if holiness isn’t about rules at all—but about being so gripped by love that sin stops making sense? That’s the tension: most people aim to be “good enough” to quiet guilt, but never actually step into real freedom. Because rule-keeping can modify behavior—but only love transforms desire. And when love becomes the anchor, everything shifts from obligation to overflow.
The real problem isn’t a
Gabe Strydom | Lordship | DAY 2
“You are as sick as your secrets.” That’s the gut-punch that reframes everything—not as behavior management, but as a battle over what you truly love. The real danger isn’t obvious failure; it’s the quiet compromises, the “small foxes,” the hidden loyalties shaping your life from the shadows. The challenge isn’t just avoiding deception—it’s realizing you might already be blind to your own blind sp
Gabe Strydom | Lordship | DAY 1
What if the real problem isn’t your behavior—it’s that you’ve been playing God? Beneath the surface of “good Christian life” can hide something far more dangerous: a divided heart, addicted to both Jesus and sin, trying to negotiate instead of surrender. The result? A generation settling for cheap satisfaction—scrolls, substances, and surface-level spirituality—while missing the all-consuming real
Phillip Manginelli | Biblical Worldview | DAY 3
The quiet crisis of modern life isn’t just stress or busyness—it’s a slow drift away from meaning. In a culture shaped by secularism, faith quietly gives way to doubt, love erodes into insecurity, community fractures into individualism, contribution turns into consumption, and deep rest is replaced by a constant internal exhaustion. The result? A generation endlessly chasing significance but rarel
Phillip Manginelli | Biblical Worldview | DAY 2
The biggest battle for your faith might not be doubt—it might be divided allegiance. Much of the confusion people feel about Jesus comes from reading Scripture through modern emotions instead of understanding its cultural language. When Jesus says you must “hate” your father and mother, he isn’t commanding hostility—he’s demanding ultimate loyalty. The real challenge isn’t about feelings; it’s abo
Phillip Manginelli | Biblical Worldview | DAY 1
A life drowning in secrets, shame, and self-hatred finally collapsed in a hotel convention center—face down on the floor, exhausted from pretending to be someone else. Expecting judgment from God, the only thing waiting was grace. That moment didn’t magically fix everything, but it became a compass pointing out of years of pain, addiction, and hidden brokenness. What followed was a slow, honest jo
Yasmine Pierce | Freedom | DAY 4
Fear doesn’t just shout—it often whispers through passivity. The dishes left in the sink, the hard conversation avoided, the prayer postponed for “later.” Over time, those small moments quietly shape a pattern: a life that delays obedience. The real danger isn’t messy kitchens or cluttered rooms—it’s the slow drift into a mindset that says it’s not that important. And that mindset eventually spill
Yasmine Pierce | Freedom | DAY 3
Unbelief might be the most dangerous stronghold most people tolerate—and often without realizing it. Faith isn’t just a nice spiritual idea; according to Hebrews 11:6, without it, it’s impossible to please God. Yet many people quietly nurture what could be called “selective unbelief”—trusting God in some areas while doubting Him in others. Maybe you believe He can change lives, but not through you
Yasmin Pierce | Freedom | DAY 2
A quiet enemy can sabotage even the strongest faith: unbelief. When doubt slips in—about God’s goodness, your calling, or whether He could actually move through your life—it quietly becomes a stronghold that shapes everything from identity to destiny. Faith, the message argues, isn’t wishful thinking or positive vibes; it’s a deliberate decision to trust the character of a faithful God. Scripture
Christophe Ulysse | Recap | Day 4
Christophe goes into a Q&A and speaks more on stories. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Christophe Ulysse | Recap | Day 3
Christophe speaks about amazing stories and testimonies about places he has been to. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Outreach Prep | Unknown Speaker | day 3
Unknown speaker goes a little into what ministries could look like then he brings two people in for a practical Q&A. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Gabe Strydom | Prayer & Worship
Davis Crouch opens up and explains the definition and what worship is and looks like. After some worship time, Gabe ends with a word. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Outreach Prep | Unknown Speaker | Day 1
Unknown Speaker opens up Day 1 with in introductory to the great commission and prepping us for Outreach. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Outreach Prep | Unknown Speaker | Day 2
Unknown Speaker goes into the importance of the WHY for missions and what our values should be. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Freedom | Adam Narciso | Day 4
Adam really leans into the importance of spiritual authority. How it's more than just some Hollywood movie but it's the authority of Jesus that we carry. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Freedom | Adam Narciso | Day 3
Adam is goes in with some teaching of how to dig up the roots of the past lies and false identities. He also opens up about his personal story and how he dug up roots from the past. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Freedom | Adam Narciso | Day 2
Adam breaks down and walks through the 12 most common false identities and how to fully surrender to those lies and to the truth that God says about us. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Fear of the Lord | Shannon Casteel | Day 4
Day 4 Shannon finishes off the week with the conclusion of how significant full surrender is, and how we as the church will grow with the fear of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Spirit. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Fear of the Lord | Shannon Casteel | Day 3
Day 3 sets the tone for the stake in the ground that true identity brings. Sin issues stem from identity issues. God wants to drop real truths in each of our hearts. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Fear of the Lord | Shannon Casteel | Day 2
Shannon emphasizes the need for holiness as believers - that the choice for holiness is not just obedience, but our affection. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Fear of the Lord | Shannon Casteel | Day 1
Shannon Casteel brings the Least Reached DTS into her journey with the fear of the Lord - the costliness and necessity of it. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Missions week | Day Four
In this episode, our speaker talks on going. What it takes to Go, and why we go to the nations. He emphasized the necessity of a love for Jesus and commissions us to go! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Missions Week | Day Three
In this episode, our speaker talks about the facts about an increase in Christianity and a decrease in Islam in many nations. He shares vision about what our outreaches could look like as well. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Missions week | Day Two
In this episode,, our speaker talks about what it means to live wholeheartedly for God. He tells stories about life in the missions field and begins to fill the room with excitement and expectation for outreach. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Missions Week | Day One
In this episode, our speakers preface the week. They also dive in the scripture and get the room thinking about Gods plan and goodness through Genesis. They dive into what it means to be in "missions". To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jeff Mattheis | Evangelism Part 2
Today, Jeff talks about what it looks like to have true faith. He highlighted Paul’s missionary journeys and shared how Paul kept the faith through it all. He also shared testimonies of walking in radical faith and emphasized the importance of separating faith and obedience from health and situation. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jeff Mattheis | Evangelism Part 1
In this episode, Jeff intros himself and what he is going to speak on this week. He goes into depth about who he is and how the Lord has used him in the context of evangelism and he stirs up faith in the room. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jolien | Biblical Worldview Day 4
In this episode, Jolien finishes her Biblical worldview week with stories about people who changed nations and how they were able to lead movements of the Gospel. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jolien | Biblical Worldview Day 3
In this episode, Jolien goes into depth about the importance and reliability of the Bible, and how that shapes our worldview! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jolien | Biblical Worldview Day 2
In this episode, Jolien discusses many worldviews that are common in the west and how to combat these worldviews with scripture. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jolien | Biblical Worldview Day 1
In this episode, Jolien talks about different cultures and worldviews in the world and how Jesus fits in. She also covers information about different reformers, especially Martin Luther, and explains how he brought change in Europe. Lastly, Jolien talks about objective truth and authority of scripture. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jim Wilder | Neurotheology
Dr. Jim Wilder is a renowned neurotheologian and clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience training leaders and counselors across five continents. Growing up in South America, he is bilingual in English and Spanish. Dr. Wilder holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the chief neurotheologian at Life Model Works, a nonprofit
Jessika Tate | Session 4 : The Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Jessika Tate dives into the importance of walking in the gifts of the Spirit. She breaks down the need of walking in the gifts God has given us. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jessika Tate | Session 3 : The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
Jessika Tate preaches with passion on our need for the baptism of the Holy Spirit. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jessika Tate | Session 2 : Holy Spirit
Jessika Tate opens with answering and dialoging with students about the Holy Spirit. She then discusses the significance of having a relationship with the Holy Spirit. Jessika invites and encourages us to be in step with the Holy Spirit, and grateful for the indwelling of the Spirit. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Jessika Tate | Introduction to Holy Spirit
Jessika Tate unpacks living a life lead by the Holy Spirit.
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Ailea Gibson | Bible Overview Day 4
In this episode, Ailea finishes her Bible overview by talking about Jesus!!!! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Ailea Gibson | Bible Overview Day 3
In this episode, Ailea continues the Bible overview. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Ailea Gibson | Bible Overview Day 2
Today, Ailea covers Genesis through Deuteronomy in her bible overview teaching! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Ailea Gibson | Bible Overview Intro
In this episode, Ailea gives an introduction to the Bible overview! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Dan Shannon | Discipleship Making Movements Day 2
In this episode, Dan Shannon goes into more depth about what DMMs look like! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Cory Wasson | Worship and Prayer
Today, Cory dives into the Old Testament to teach about worship and prayer! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Dan Shannon | Discipleship Making Movements
In this episode we have Dan Shannon's first teaching about what Discipleship Making Movements looks like. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Maria Daughtry | The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
This is the Last day with Maria Daughtry, speaking about the baptism of the Holy Spirit. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Maria Daughtry | Characteristics of the Holy Spirit Day 3
In this episode Maria Daughtry is speaking about the characteristics of the Holy Spirit. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Maria Daughtry | Characteristics of the Holy Spirit Day 2
This is day 2 of Maria Dauhgtry speaking about the characteristics of the Holy spirit To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Maria Daughtry | Characteristics of the Holy Spirit
In this episode Maria Daughtry talks about the characteristics of the Holy Spirit To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Tom Cole | Forgiveness
Tom Cole unpacks the topic of forgiveness and our need for it, including his own experiences. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Tom Cole | Becoming The Pure in Heart
Tom emphasizes the importance of recognizing and embracing one's unique identity as a gift from God, created in His image. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Tom Cole | Pure Heart : True Femininity
Tom discusses the broken reality that many women live in. He shares and gives space to understand woman's God given gift of femininity. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Tom Cole | Pure Heart : Father Wound
Tom discusses the role of father, and how all fathers miss the mark. Some great, some small. He expands on this and speaks on how this affects the way we see God. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Tom Cole | Pure Heart : Mother Wound
Tom Cole opens up about personal testimonies of God's freedom in his own life. He discusses the importance of mothers in our lives and the side of God they reveal. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Christina Turner and Yasmin Pierce | Freedom Manual Teaching: Overcoming Anger and the "Un-offendable Heart"
The meeting focused on the importance of forgiveness and the impact of unresolved bitterness. Christina emphasized that anger often stems from deeper issues like feeling disrespected or out of control. She highlighted that forgiveness is crucial for personal peace and preventing bitterness from spreading. The group discussed practical steps to address anger, including recognizing triggers and choo
Andy Byrd | Fire and Fragrance | Surrender and Obedience
The discussion focused on the transformative power of God's love, emphasizing the importance of surrender and obedience. Key points included the analogy of adoption to understand the gospel, the restoration of Peter and Paul, and the extravagant devotion they demonstrated. Andy highlighted Psalm 126 as a unifying theme for the school, encouraging joy and restoration. Practical advice for cultivati
Shannon Casteel | Fire and Fragrance | Day 2| Holy Spirit
Day 2 of Shannon Casteel speaking in our Least Reached DTS on the Holy Spirit & living with the Holy Spirit in us. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Shannon Casteel | Fire and Fragrance | Day 1| Holy Spirit
Join us in the Least Reached DTS class this week with our very own Shannon Casteel as she speaks on abiding and living out in the spirit everyday. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Dr. Michael Brown | Fire and Fragrance | Day 4 | Biblical Worldview on Sexuality
We had the great privilege to have Dr. Michael Brow, an American Christian apologist, author, and radio host known for his work in defending traditional Christian beliefs and engaging with cultural issues. He holds a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures from New York University and has written numerous books on topics ranging from theology and biblical interpretation to social issues. B
Dr. Michael Brown | Fire and Fragrance | Day 3 | Biblical Worldview on Sexuality
We had the great privilege to have Dr. Michael Brown, an American Christian apologist, author, and radio host known for his work in defending traditional Christian beliefs and engaging with cultural issues. He holds a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures from New York University and has written numerous books on topics ranging from theology and biblical interpretation to social issues.
Dr. Michael Brown | Fire and Fragrance | Day 2 | Biblical Worldview on Sexuality
We had the great privilege to have Dr. Michael Brown, an American Christian apologist, author, and radio host known for his work in defending traditional Christian beliefs and engaging with cultural issues. He holds a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures from New York University and has written numerous books on topics ranging from theology and biblical interpretation to social issues.
Dr. Michael Brown | Fire and Fragrance | Day 1 | Biblical Worldview on Sexuality
We had the great privilege to have Dr. Michael Brown, an American Christian apologist, author, and radio host known for his work in defending traditional Christian beliefs and engaging with cultural issues. He holds a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures from New York University and has written numerous books on topics ranging from theology and biblical interpretation to social issues.
Amy Ward | Fire and Fragrance Youth Movements
Amy Ward teaches on the Holy Spirit and what it looks like to marked by the Holy Spirit by baptism of fire ! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
John Mark Dyer | Fire and Fragrance
In this podcast, John Mark Dyer dives into hearing God's voice with teaching and sharing testimonies on this topic! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
SunAwh Park | Fire and Fragrance Youth Movement DTS
SunAwh Park spoke during a Youth Movement DTS training morning, teaching and sharing testimonies on evangelism! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Banning Liebscher | Fire and Fragrance
Banning Liebscher sharing with the Youth Movement school on discipleship! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Matt Nelson| Fire and Fragrance Least Reached DTS
This week we had the privilege to have Matt Nelson, from Circuit Riders.He defines for us what strongholds are in spiritual warfare and he gives us tools to operate in spiritual warfare. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Banning Liebscher | Fire and Fragrance
This is Banning Liebscher sharing with the Youth Movement School. Banning shared about the three soils that we should root our faith in ! To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Adam Narciso | Fire and Fragrance Youth Movements DTS
This week we had the privilege to have Adam Narciso, the visionary and pioneer of Catalyst Ministries, with us in the FF Least Reached DTS. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Peter Louis | Fire and Fragrance Least Reached DTS | Day 3
Another teaching from Peter Louis. Peter Louis taught on Ephesians 4 and the importance of walking in the Spirit. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Peter Louis | Fire and Fragrance Least Reached DTS | Day 2
Day 2 of having Peter Louis of Upperroom Dallas and Braveheart ministries. Peter Louis talked on the true power of the cross and how it freed us from the stronghold that sin has on us. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Peter Louis | Fire and Fragrance Least Reached DTS | Day 1
This week we had the privilege to have Peter Louis, founder and visionary leader of Braveheart Ministries, as well as the Teaching Pastor at Upperroom Dallas. Peter Louis taught on discipleship and pillar revelations of Jesus to provoke more hunger in our hearts for Him. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Next Gen Leadership | Narrative | Steven Robertson
Steven Robertson joins the class to talk about taking ownership for this next generation. Robertson gave us many practicals on different models and mindsets on how to become a better leader. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Next Gen Leadership | Change of Perspective | Steven Robertson
Steven Robertson, founder and CEO of BOLD TRAINING, is an internationally acclaimed author, recognized keynote speaker and experienced executive consultant. Robertson's take on the culture today gives a change of perspective for the next generation. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Feeding the Thousands | Heidi Baker
Join Hadi as she shares her inspiring mission journey, drawing lessons from Jesus' feeding of the five thousand. Discover the power of meeting people in their needs in this impactful podcast episode. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Does What We Believe Matter?
Join Christoph as he guides us through understanding how our beliefs shape our actions in this insightful podcast on worldview. Learn about the powerful lesson paradigm that illuminates the connection between what we believe and how we behave. Tune in for a transformative journey into the depths of our worldview. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Ideas Have Consequences | Jolien
Explore the profound impact of ideas on our worldview with Jolien Wolfsen. From biblical decrements to discussions on sexuality, masculinity, and femininity, this podcast delves into the consequences of our beliefs. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations and enlightening insights." To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfragrance.com
Prayer, Moravians, and the Art of Teachability | Andy Byrd & Zane Nicks
In today's podcast, Andy tackles our questions on prayer from the following day. Then he then dives into the inspiring story of the Moravians, a people deeply committed to prayer and discipleship. As the episode unfolds, Zane shares relatable anecdotes from his time leading the school, teaching valuable lessons on humility and the power of being teachable. To join the burning ones -> www.fireandfr
