Steve Wilburn

Steve Wilburn Senior Pastor of Core Church Los Angeles

09/03/2026

Religion can only go so far. Following rules, keeping up with rituals, and arguing theology might fill a routine, but religion alone can never transform your heart—only the gospel can.

The good news of Jesus doesn't just give us a set of guidelines; it changes us from the inside out. Why? Because it introduces us to God and brings us directly into His family. We aren't just followers of a system; through Christ, we become the sons and daughters of God. That personal, living relationship is what sets Christianity apart from every other religion on Earth.

People can debate religion all day long, but nobody can argue with a life that has been truly transformed. When you know Him, you are no longer the same person.

Has your life been changed by a relationship with Him? Drop an AMEN 🙏 in the comments below!

09/02/2026

Human love often expects something in return—"I love you" can easily mean "I love what you do for me." But God’s love operates on an entirely different level.

1 John 4:16 tells us that God is love. His love isn't a mere sentiment, a passing feeling, or a transactional exchange. True love is a verb that requires no reaction. It is giving without expecting, serving without demanding, and choosing to act unconditionally regardless of the response.

We were wired for love because we were designed by the Creator of love Himself. When you experience His unconditional love, it changes how you love everyone around you.

Drop a HEART ❤️ if you are grateful for God’s unconditional love

09/01/2026

The Bible was given to all of humanity, but its life-changing promises are unlocked through a relationship with the Author.

Technically, God’s Word is for everyone on planet Earth. But its promises, its peace, and its eternal hope belong to those who have surrendered to its Maker.

When you embrace Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, the Bible stops being just an ancient book and becomes your daily anchor, your living truth, and your divine inheritance. The promises of God become yours.

Don't just read the Word—know the One who wrote it. 📖✨

08/28/2026

Never Forget His Faithfulness 🙏✨️

In Mark 6:52, the disciples panicked during a storm right after witnessing Jesus feed 5,000 people with just a few loaves and fishes. Scripture says "they had not gained any insicht from the incident of the loaves, for their hearts were hardened."

It's so easy to let present trouble make us forget past miracles. When we don't remember what God has already brought us through, fear takes over.

To anchor your faith, start by keeping a miracle iournal to write down every answered prayer, open door, and moment of God's provision. Then, whenever a new storm hits, look back and re-read what He has done for you in the past before you let panic set in. By consistetly remembering His faithfulness, you build a lasting insight that allows every trial you overcome to strengthen your trust in Him for whatever comes next.

Don't lose sight of His track record in your life. What He did before, He can do again!

Drop an AMEN below if you agree!

08/28/2026

Never Forget His Faithfulness 🙏✨

In Mark 6:52, the disciples panicked during a storm right after witnessing Jesus feed 5,000 people with just a few loaves and fishes. Scripture says "they had not gained any insight from the incident of the loaves, for their hearts were hardened."

It’s so easy to let present trouble make us forget past miracles. When we don't remember what God has already brought us through, fear takes over.

To anchor your faith, start by keeping a miracle journal to write down every answered prayer, open door, and moment of God's provision. Then, whenever a new storm hits, look back and re-read what He has done for you in the past before you let panic set in. By consistently remembering His faithfulness, you build a lasting insight that allows every trial you overcome to strengthen your trust in Him for whatever comes next.

Don't lose sight of His track record in your life. What He did before, He can do again! 📖⚓

Drop an "AMEN" below if you agree!

08/27/2026

The world promises that if you reach the top, you’ll find peace. Earn the money. Gain the fame. Get the status. Live the life everyone else envies.

Yet time and time again, we see that worldly success leaves an absolute void inside. Why? Because we were not created to be satisfied by the creation—we were created to know our Creator.

Nothing this world has to offer can fill a space that was designed exclusively for God. When you chase the world, you’ll always end up empty. But when you chase the Father, you find a fulfillment that never fades.

08/26/2026

Every Christian faces a defining choice: where will you anchor your life?

When the storms roll in—and we know they will—the rain falls on the wise and the foolish alike. The difference isn't the presence of trials, but the strength of your foundation.

A life built on shifting sand will collapse under pressure, but a house built on faith stands firm. Jesus is the Solid Rock. It is only in Him, grounded on His Word and His truth, that we can endure the brutal hardships and fierce trials of this life.

Where are you building today? 📖⚓✨

Matthew 7:24–25 — "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock."

Drop an AMEN 🙏 if your foundation is built on Jesus! 👇

08/20/2026

It doesn't matter what field you’re in or what your daily title looks like—your true calling remains the same: to serve Him wherever your feet land.

God doesn't measure success by your title, but by your surrender. He is looking for willing hearts ready to be used as vessels of His love, voices of reason in the middle of confusion, and bright lights in a dark world. Your workplace, school, or daily routine is your mission field. Step out today and share the hope of Jesus with those around you! 👇

📖 Scripture to anchor your heart today:

Colossians 3:23–24: "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters... It is the Lord Christ you are serving."

Matthew 5:14–16: "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden... let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."

2 Timothy 2:21: "...you will be an instrument for special purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work."

What’s one practical way you can shine His light in your workplace or community this week? Comment below! 👇✨

08/12/2026

Knowing God’s Word is one thing. Living it out is another. 👇

You cannot separate your outward actions from your inward thinking.

James 1:22 reminds us:

"Prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves."

A fact in your head is only good if it becomes a truth in your heart that is lived out in your daily life.

It’s easy to collect biblical knowledge, memorize verses, and nod along on Sundays. But real transformation happens when Scripture moves from head knowledge to everyday obedience—in how you love your family, treat your coworkers, and respond when life gets tough.

Don’t just store up truth. Step out and live it. 📖✨

Drop an AMEN if you agree!

When grief hits, it can feel like the ground beneath us completely collapses.I recently had the distinct privilege of gu...
08/11/2026

When grief hits, it can feel like the ground beneath us completely collapses.

I recently had the distinct privilege of guest-hosting The Pastor Scott Show on KKLA Radio, where I sat down for a deeply personal and candid conversation with Pastor Greg Laurie on Traveling the Path of Pain.

In this episode, Pastor Greg opened his heart about one of the most heartbreaking seasons of his life—the tragic loss of his son, Christopher. He spoke openly about the raw reality of grief, what it actually looks like to walk through sudden loss, and how the hope and presence of Jesus Christ became his anchor in the darkest valley.

If you or someone you love is navigating a season of sorrow, suffering, or deep loss, I pray this conversation brings comfort and points your eyes back to the God of all comfort.

🎙️ Listen to the full interview now:

Join and listen as Pastor Steve Wilburn guest hosts the Pastor Scott Show on KKLA. Pastor Steve interviews Pastor Greg Laurie on how to faithfully travel the path of pain based on real life experiences.

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