Join us this week as Pastor David tells the story of Jonah and shares an announcement.

Jesus Said What!? In this series we go through Matthew 5, Jesus' Sermon on the mount. Join us for week three with guest speaker Victor Mendoza.

Jesus Said What!? In this series we go through Matthew 5, Jesus' Sermon on the mount. Join us for week four with Pastor David Martin.

"Jesus Said What!?" In this series we go through Matthew 5, Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. Join us for week two with Pastor Tim Shepard.

"Jesus." In this series we discuss the true character of Jesus. Join us for week three with Pastor David Martin.

"Jesus." In this series we discuss the true character of Jesus. Join us for week two with Pastor Tim Shepard.

"You Asked For It" is a new series tackling the tough questions you want answered. Join us for week one with Pastor Andrew Arndt.

"You Asked For It" is a new series tackling the tough questions you want answered. Join us for week one with Pastor David Martin.

Tune in for a special night as we honor our Senior Graduates with Guest Speaker Victor Mendoza

Tune in for week 2 of the series "You Outcha Head!" with Pastor David Martin.

Tune in for the first week in our new series "You Outcha Head!" with guest speaker, Mo Isom.

Tune in for a special message this week as DSM hosts a city-wide Night of Desperation.

Tune in this week as 3 of our Desperation Leadership Academy (DLA) interns bring some powerful words from the Lord for our students at DSM BY DLA!

Tune in as 3 of our DSM students own the night and bring three powerful sermons at DSM BY DSM!

Tune in as we wrap up our March series, "EIKON" with Pastor David Martin.

Tune in for week 2 of EIKON as we continue to discuss what it means to be a mirror image of God.

Tune in for our new DSM series titled "Eikon" as we dive into what it means to be the mirror image of God.

Join us as Pastor Abe Bahranipoor closes out this series by speaking on Missions and stepping into your harvest field.

Tune in for week 3 of "What's Love Got To Do With It?" as Pastor David talks about "Letting Go" and chasing the plan God has for us.

During week 2 of this series, Pastor David discusses the love God has for us and our identity in Him.

Tune in for week 1 of our brand new series "What's Love Got To Do With It?" with a focus on Compassion for those around us.

Guest Pastor Jeremiah Parks wraps up our IMAGINE series with an incredible sermon on MISSION and how we can step out be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Pastor David Martin dives into week three of our IMAGINE:DSM series and covers Consecration and what it means to set your life apart for Jesus.

David Martin leads us into week two of the Imagine Series as we cover Intercession and the power of praying on the behalf of others.

Listen to Pastor David Martin's week 3 of a 3 week series, Torch & The Flame. ARE YOU A BROWN RECLUSE OR AN ANT?

Listen to Pastor David Martin's week 2 of a 3 week series, Torch & The Flame. IF THE WORLD CALLS YOU "CRAZY", IT MEANS YOUR MISSION IS WORKING!

Listen to Pastor David Martin's week 1 of a 3 week series, Torch & The Flame. WE WERE DESIGNED TO MOVE!

Listen to Shelby Contreras' sermon "Back To Basics", a message on Psalm 18. HE hears us, HE delivers us, HE delights in us.

Listen to Pastor Abe Bahranipoor's second installment of "If You Really Knew Me..." A series on being transparent with the Lord as well as others around you.

Listen to Pastor Abe Bahranipoor's first installment of "If You Really Knew Me..." A series on being transparent with the Lord as well as others around you.

DLA interns take over DSM! Listen and enjoy to the powerful sermons segments our talented DLA interns have from The Lord.

Listen to Pastor David Martin's week 2 of a 2 week series of Stand. Say NO to fear and STAND firm against your giants! Be strong and courageous.

Listen to Pastor David Martin's week 1 of a 2 week series of Stand. Say NO to fear and STAND firm against your giants! Be strong and courageous.

Listen to The final installment of David Martin's message, Between Binary. Learn what it means to live between the one and the zero of life!

Listen to the second installment of David Martin's message, Between Binary. Learn what it means to live between the ones and zeros of life!

Listen as Pastor David Martin discusses week two of BAE; before anyone else.

Listen to this week's podcast as Pastor David Martin begins the new series of "Before Anyone Else"

Pastor David Martin shares what it means to Live Second in a me-first world.

Week 3 of Pastor David Martin addressing the authenticity of every person's story.

Pastor David Martin's first night at Desperation Student Ministries.

We have all had moments in our lives when a topic gets brought up that makes us uncomfortable. At times, we ignore these things and they become what we call ?elephants in the room.? This series will answer questions posed by our students within their Cadres. Listen in as Pastor Brandon & our leaders prove the relevance of God?s word in responses to topics ranging from cursing and drinking to homosexuality and self harm. We refuse to have ?elephants? in our youth ministry!

We have all had moments in our lives when a topic gets brought up that makes us uncomfortable. At times, we ignore these things and they become what we call ?elephants in the room.? This series will answer questions posed by our students within their Cadres. Listen in as Pastor Brandon & our leaders prove the relevance of God?s word in responses to topics ranging from cursing and drinking to homosexuality and self harm. We refuse to have ?elephants? in our youth ministry!

David Perkins hosts a round table with Pastor Brady Boyd, Pastor Lee Cummings and Pastor Clint Sprague at Desperation 2015: You Make A Way.

David Perkins speaks during the Friday 7pm Session at Desperation 2015: You Make A Way

Brandon Cormier speaks during the 11am Session at Desperation Conference: 2015

Amy Perkins speaks during the Friday 9am Session at Desperation 2015: You Make A Way

Rich Wilkerson Jr. speaks during the 3pm Session at Desperation Conference 2015: You Make A Way.

Banning Liebscher speaks during the Thursday 3pm Session at Desperation 2015: You Make A Way.

John Bevere speaks during the Thursday 7pm Session at Desperation 2015: You Make A Way.

David Perkins speaks during the Wednesday 7pm Session at Desperation 2015: You Make A Way.

Dan Perkins speaks during the Wednesday 2pm Session at Desperation Conference 2015: You Make A Way.

Lisa Bevere speaks during the Thursday 9am Session at Desperation 2015: You Make A Way.

Pastor and guest speaker Andrew Williams shares with DSM his truths about life and how students can see success in every season!

Pastor Brandon Cormier and Pastor Stefan Davis share 7 things for graduating Seniors to take with them into the next season of life. Listen in to these valuable principles for any time of life.

Pastor Brandon brings a message about the reality of spiritual warfare in our lives and the armor we have been given through Christ to fight!

Pastor Brandon brings a message about the reality of spiritual warfare in our lives and the strength we have been given through Christ to fight!

David Perkins teaches on how a youth leader can leave his or her mark on students

David Sliker speaks on the importance of leaders having passion and constantly seeking the glory of God.

Dan Perkins speaks on being fueled by God and how he moves leaders.

Pastor Brandon gives an encouraging message for the youth leaders of this age.

Pastor Brandon brings a message on the spiritual warfare in each one of our lives and the weapons we use to fight against the Enemy.

Special DSM guest Pastor Roy Sandiford shares about the Father's heart for His children and the freedom that comes from experiencing God's love!

Here are 5 powerful stories of what God is doing in and through DSM students. These come from our annual series 'Desperation Stories' and were told live and on screen throughout the night.

Listen in as Pastor Stephanie Henderson invites the girls of DSM to move past regret and begin discovering our value through the eyes of our Maker.

Listen in to these special messages from DSM by DSM, a night where students take over the service and preach on what God is doing in their own hearts and their generation! First, Courtney Mattson gives a message on the truth of God's Word in our lives. Then Caden Ryals challenges us to walk into the calling the Lord has given us. Finally, Brady Flynn gives us a call to be joyful in all that we do as Christ followers. Be blessed by these powerful messages from our DSM students!

God did not intend for this generation to cower before the enemy; rather he has called us to walk in power. Listen in as Pastor Brandon, inspired by the song, 'Say I Wont' by hit grammy winning artist - Lecrae, challenges us to demonstrate great faith.

God did not intend for this generation to cower before the enemy; rather he has called us to walk in power. Listen in as Pastor Brandon, inspired by the song, 'Say I Wont' by hit grammy winning artist - Lecrae, challenges us to demonstrate great faith.

God did not intend for this generation to cower before the enemy; rather he has called us to walk in power. Listen in as Pastor Brandon, inspired by the song, 'Say I Wont' by hit grammy winning artist - Lecrae, challenges us to demonstrate great faith.

God did not intend for this generation to cower before the enemy; rather he has called us to walk in power. Listen in as Pastor Brandon, inspired by the song, 'Say I Wont' by hit grammy winning artist - Lecrae, challenges us to demonstrate great faith.

Pastor David Perkins gives a compelling sermon on why we pray and how God responds to our prayers!

Pastor David Perkins challenges DLA to become disciples of Jesus and to make disciples in an intentional way.

We are all faced with choices to make every single day. The direction that they take you determines your destination. Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares vital truth about how your choices today effect your future tomorrow.

Pastor Brandon Cormier speaks on the importance of honoring one another.

We are all faced with choices to make every single day. The direction that they take you determines your destination. Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares vital truth about how your choices today effect your future tomorrow.

'Coram Deo' literally means 'in the presence of God'. This message comes from Desperation Student Ministry's annual fall retreat, Coram Deo. What a powerful weekend this was of encountering God and building friendships in the mountains. Make sure to join us next year!

'Coram Deo' literally means 'in the presence of God'. This message comes from Desperation Student Ministry's annual fall retreat, Coram Deo. What a powerful weekend this was of encountering God and building friendships in the mountains. Make sure to join us next year!

'Coram Deo' literally means 'in the presence of God'. This message comes from Desperation Student Ministry's annual fall retreat, Coram Deo. What a powerful weekend this was of encountering God and building friendships in the mountains. Make sure to join us next year!

Pastor Dan Perkins, Director of Desperation Leadership Academy, challenges DSM in why we pray and why prayer matters!

God?s word has so much to say about YOU! Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares vital truths from God?s Word concerning the main battle in this generation: identity.

God?s word has so much to say about YOU! Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares vital truths from God?s Word concerning the main battle in this generation: identity.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

Speakers from around the country call young people to live in desperate pursuit of God from the 2014 Desperation Conference.

None of us have the 'Picture Perfect' family that so many of us endeavor to portray. Some of us come from broken homes and are in the midst of very real struggles. Join us for a different night of instruction on how to move from crisis to thriving in the midst of feeling like 'Home Hurts.'

None of us have the 'Picture Perfect' family that so many of us endeavor to portray. Some of us come from broken homes and are in the midst of very real struggles. Join us for a different night of instruction on how to move from crisis to thriving in the midst of feeling like 'Home Hurts.'

None of us have the 'Picture Perfect' family that so many of us endeavor to portray. Some of us come from broken homes and are in the midst of very real struggles. Join us for a different night of instruction on how to move from crisis to thriving in the midst of feeling like 'Home Hurts.'

Pastor David Perkins challenges us in our obedience to Christ's Word. Do we just know the Word or do we live it?

Pastor Andrew Williams of Trinity Fellowship church shares a special message with DSM on living a life OUT OF the approval of Jesus, rather than FOR the approval of God and man.

International President of 'Every Home For Christ' Dick Eastman shares stories from his influence in the international prayer movement.

Pastor and author John Bevere teaches on how Christ followers can have a deep relationship with The Holy Spirit.

Pastor David Perkins challenges youth leaders to no longer fall into the game of comparison, but rather to stay the course that God has set before each one of us.

God is looking for teens in this generation to love what He loves and hate what He hates. He desires those who will lay aside their lame and temporary desires and pick up an eternal burden- those who will carry the Heartbeat of Heaven. Pastor Brandon challenges us to live with an eternal perspective. After all, everyone in your life is either on a path leading to heaven or hell. What are you going to do about it?

God is looking for teens in this generation to love what He loves and hate what He hates. He desires those who will lay aside their lame and temporary desires and pick up an eternal burden- those who will carry the Heartbeat of Heaven. Pastor David Perkins challenges us to live with an eternal perspective. After all, everyone in your life is either on a path leading to heaven or hell. What are you going to do about it?

Listen in to these special messages from DSM by DSM, a night where students take over the service and preach on what God is doing in their own hearts and their generation! First, Kyle Williamson speaks on what it means to live for God with no limits! Next up, Taya Cox shares her own personal story and how God showed her freedom through scripture and truth. Lastly, Chase Windebank teaches on the power of the tongue and reminds us that it truly is the most deadly of weapons! #DSMbyDSM

God is looking for teens in this generation to love what He loves and hate what He hates. He desires those who will lay aside their lame and temporary desires and pick up an eternal burden- those who will carry the Heartbeat of Heaven. Pastor Brandon challenges us to live with an eternal perspective. After all, everyone in your life is either on a path leading to heaven or hell. What are you going to do about it?

God is looking for teens in this generation to love what He loves and hate what He hates. He desires those who will lay aside their lame and temporary desires and pick up an eternal burden- those who will carry the Heartbeat of Heaven. Pastor Brandon challenges us to live with an eternal perspective. After all, everyone in your life is either on a path leading to heaven or hell. What are you going to do about it?

God is looking for teens in this generation to love what He loves and hate what He hates. He desires those who will lay aside their lame and temporary desires and pick up an eternal burden- those who will carry the Heartbeat of Heaven. Pastor Brandon challenges us to live with an eternal perspective. After all, everyone in your life is either on a path leading to heaven or hell. What are you going to do about it?

Listen in as DLA and DSM students alike share what God is doing in them and through Desperation!

While we live in a culture that preaches the message, 'There are NO strings attached' to our decisions in the sexual arena, God's Word says differently. In week 1 of this series, Pastor Brandon exposes lies about dating with one simple promise, 'In Christ, you are complete!'

While we live in a culture that preaches the message, 'There are NO strings attached' to our decisions in the sexual arena, God's Word says differently. In week 1 of this series, Pastor Brandon exposes lies about dating with one simple promise, 'In Christ, you are complete!'

While we live in a culture that preaches the message, 'There are NO strings attached' to our decisions in the sexual arena, God's Word says differently. In week 1 of this series, Pastor Brandon exposes lies about dating with one simple promise, 'In Christ, you are complete!'

As a follower of Jesus, we do everything He did. We pray. We give. We fast. In the first message of our 'All In' series, Pastor Brandon encourages teens to 'Think Fast!' Listen in for fresh vision, practical explanation, and a strong call to seek God in fasting with us! It's not for the 'deep'; it?s for the every day, common follower of Jesus!

As a follower of Jesus, we do everything He did. We pray. We give. We fast. In the first message of our 'All In' series, Pastor Brandon encourages teens to 'Think Fast!' Listen in for fresh vision, practical explanation, and a strong call to seek God in fasting with us! It's not for the 'deep'; it's for the every day, common follower of Jesus!

Listen in as Pastor David Perkins speaks on the true meaning of Christmas and how important it is to remember Jesus in a season where it's so easy to forget.

Ever since the Fall of man, we have had to fight in order to get into the presence of God-our ideal environment. Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares the impact of your sacrifice praise and authentic worship!

Ever since the Fall of man, we have had to fight in order to get into the presence of God-our ideal environment. Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares the impact of your sacrifice praise and authentic worship!

Ever since the Fall of man, we have had to fight in order to get into the presence of God-our ideal environment. Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares the impact of your sacrifice praise and authentic worship!

The stereotypical teen encounters Jesus in a powerful way while on retreats and attending conferences. He loses his fire and zeal once the emotions fade. He returns to the old way of life-dismissing all that God revealed. In this final session of retreat, Pastor Brandon shares insights from a guy named Asaph in the Bible who 'almost backslid.' Don't be a statistic! Find out how to 'keep' the fire you have received-even when the feelings fade!

Jesus told us that once He returns to Heaven that He would not leave us orphans. Rather, he would send the person of the Holy Spirit to help, encourage, inspire, teach, counsel, and empower us. He reveals more of Jesus to us. He demonstrates supernatural gifts in us-one, being the power to pray in a Heavenly, supernatural language. Listen and be empowered by the Spirit through Pastor Brandon's message, 'Power From On High.'

Dan talks about the invitation and a practical game plan to spending time with Jesus daily.

Following Jesus is the most exhilarating way to live! Yet, we often become bored in our pursuit of God because we have slowly developed routines that lack encounter and power. What if we reframed the way we see following Jesus? What if we followed him in a way that is different than 'church culture?' Open up your eyes and heart to following Jesus in a way that may not always be socially acceptable. It may seem uncivilized to others, but it's the zealous life that Jesus invites us to live!

Amy Perkins shares her heart for young women to know their identity in Jesus and being free from cultural definitions.

It has been rightly said by youth pastors for decades now, 'Show me your friends, and I'll show you your future!' After years of full time youth ministry, nothing could be more true... and important in this season of life. Listen in to hear what God's Word has to say about your 'Entourage.'

It has been rightly said by youth pastors for decades now, 'Show me your friends, and I'll show you your future!' After years of full time youth ministry, nothing could be more true... and important in this season of life. Listen in to hear what God's Word has to say about your 'Entourage.'

It has been rightly said by youth pastors for decades now, 'Show me your friends, and I'll show you your future!' After years of full time youth ministry, nothing could be more true... and important in this season of life. Listen in to hear what God's Word has to say about your 'Entourage.'

Youth groups can be a large place where its hard to connect with other teens. Not here! Listen in for a strong charge to get 'off of the bench' and get 'in the game' of DSM. Christianity is so much more fun when you live it out with others! Lets go from being won by Gods love to one!

Youth groups can be a large place where its hard to connect with other teens. Not here! Listen in for a strong charge to get 'off of the bench' and get 'in the game' of DSM. Christianity is so much more fun when you live it out with others! Lets go from being won by Gods love to one!

Youth groups can be a large place where its hard to connect with other teens. Not here! Listen in for a strong charge to get 'off of the bench' and get 'in the game' of DSM. Christianity is so much more fun when you live it out with others! Lets go from being won by Gods love to one!

July Session 7: David Perkins

July Session 6: Dan Perkins

July Session 5: John MacDonald

July Session 4: Banning Liebscher

July Session 3: John Gray

July Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Brandon Cormier

July Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Jeremiah Parks

July Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Keith Null

July Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Amy Perkins

July Session 2: Brady Boyd

July Session 1: David Perkins

Pastor John MacDonald challenges students to go beyond what the world says is possible and to go all in for God. Through trusting in God the impossible becomes reality.

June Conference 2013: David Perkins Last Session

June Conference 2013: Aaron Stern

Session 5: Brandon Cormier

Session 4: Pete Creig

Session 3: Ron Luce

June Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Jon Zondervan

June Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Candace Davis

June Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Dan Perkins

June Conference Vow Sessions 2013: Mark Pettus

Session 2: Brady Boyd

June Session 1: David Perkins

We live in a culture full of self-made belief systems. It?s not uncommon for students to take a little of this religion, combine it with a little of that religion, and merge it with what their best friend down the street believes. The ?I Believe? series tackles the truth about false religions, wrong belief systems and the way of Christ!

We live in a culture full of self-made belief systems. It?s not uncommon for students to take a little of this religion, combine it with a little of that religion, and merge it with what their best friend down the street believes. The ?I Believe? series tackles the truth about false religions, wrong belief systems and the way of Christ!

As Christ-followers we are called to righteousness and consecration in all aspects of our lives. In this series, Pastor John Macdonald and Pastor Brandon Cormier talk about flirting with the lines and boundaries of sex and dating.

As Christ-followers we are called to righteousness and consecration in all aspects of our lives. In this series, Pastor John Macdonald and Pastor Brandon Cormier talk about flirting with the lines and boundaries of sex and dating.

The Desperation Prayer Summit is an annual gathering of Youth Leaders and Pastors every May at the World Prayer Center in Colorado Springs to encounter the Lord, build ministry comrades, and be empowered to build youth ministries in the place of prayer.

The Desperation Prayer Summit is an annual gathering of Youth Leaders and Pastors every May at the World Prayer Center in Colorado Springs to encounter the Lord, build ministry comrades, and be empowered to build youth ministries in the place of prayer.

The Desperation Prayer Summit is an annual gathering of Youth Leaders and Pastors every May at the World Prayer Center in Colorado Springs to encounter the Lord, build ministry comrades, and be empowered to build youth ministries in the place of prayer.

It's not always easy, but honoring dad and mom brings true freedom and honors God.

God is altogether different than anyone or thing on planet earth; therefore, we treat Him as such. This week, Pastor Brandon challenges teens to realize that honoring Gods presence must be an intentional choice. You can encounter Gods presence without measure if you choose to honor Him!

A series looking at the biblical perspective as well as practicals of devotional prayer.

When Scripture describes David?s Mighty Men it states ?Such were the Exploits?. These men accomplished heroic feats. What will you accomplish?

'Mighty hero, the Lord is with you' are the words Gideon was told by the angel of God. You have to know that when these words were uttered, Gideon had done NOTHING extremely heroic in his life. Find out why God always see more in us than we can see in ourselves as Pastor Brandon speaks on the making of a hero.

DSM students speaking on what God is doing in their life.

Caleb talks about the heart of intercession.

Moses led the people of God as a friend of God and with supernatural power. Don't settle. Lead now.

Dan Perkins speaks on living with confidence through knowing God as Father.

Pastor David Perkins encourages DSM to open their eyes to the orphan and God's delight in their sacrifice.

Dan Perkins speaks on the impact understanding God's grace has on our spirit, soul and body.

John MacDonald talks about want vs need and the culture we have embraced in this nation that is in direct opposition to the culture we see embraced by Jesus.

Dan Perkins speaks on expanding our heart capacity to receive from God through knowing we are loved.

DSM is a big place, but it can feel small. How? The answer is simple, Cadres! We call our junior high small groups 'Cadres.' This week, Pastor Brandon explains why the junior high students of DSM really are better together.

Jeremiah Parks shares as we bring in the New Year with 30 days of spending ourselves! Dare to get a glimpse of what it's like to live like an orphan in poverty.

In DSM, we believe in raising the bar of expectation for students within this generation. We wholeheartedly believe that students will be as radical as you challenge them to be. Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares simple, practical ways for junior high students to participate in 'The 21' (21 days of prayer, worship, and fasting).

We live for ourselves too much. Its time to make a shift in our American thinking. It's time to give our lives away!

Jesus said, 'A prophet is not without honor except in his own home.' The sin of dishonor is more prevalent among teens and young adults than ever before, and in this many have greatly erred. Listen in as Pastor Brandon challenges us to live a life of honor, thereby releasing the greatness and provoking the God-given gifts and talents within everyone around you!

Pastor Dan talks about choosing gratitude in the midst of difficulty.

Pastor David talks about 7 Reasons to go on short term mission trips.

Imagine an army of young people that actually capture the spirit of Thanksgiving-all. year. long. In week one of this 'PAUSE' series, Pastor Brandon challenges students to 'rewind' by thinking back to key moments in which God has released blessings to them. Like the Israelites after crossing the Jordan River, students are charged to build a memorial and never forget God's faithfulness.

Pastor David Perkins challenges DSM to develop a global worldview by unpacking the story of David and Goliath.

Pastor Brandon Cormier speaks on the promise Jesus gave us that if He left the earth, He would not leave us as orphans. He promised to send another PERSON who is equal in authority, power, and presence-His name: Holy Spirit. Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares a message that has been years in the making. There are certain supernatural signs that can be reasonably be expected by the one who has experience the fiery baptism in the Holy Spirit! Ready? Set? Go! Receive power from the heavens!

In this session, Pastor David Perkins breaks down a simple method of spending time with God. Jesus spent time alone with His Father to pray. As we follow Jesus' example, we will become more like Him and grow in our relationship with the Father.

Pastor John MacDonald challenges us to be young people on mission, we must have the power of the Holy Spirit working in us and through us.

Listen in as Pastor Brandon shares one of his greatest childhood dreams, talks about Joshua's call to lead the people of Israel, and reveals how the two relate! You are chosen; God is for you; now, OBEY!

Pastor John MacDonald leads us on how to become a generation who will live the life of adventure!

3 choices that will cause you to live a life of adventure, Choose God, Be available, Take a risk.

You only live once. You get one shot at going through junior high and making much of Jesus in front of your friends. Go public with your faith and live your middle school years with absolutely no regrets because of your commitment to Christ. #Yolo!

Everybody lives for something. You will either live for Jesus or for yourself. You have one life to surrender all to Him. Will you?

God is looking for students that he can fill. The purpose is so that they will pour. Listen in as Pastor Brandon challenges DSM Junior High to become like styrofoam cups-used by God to pour out his power and love to others.

Pastor David Perkins speaks on what it means to belong to a movement from God's perspective.

Pastor David Perkins speaks on what it means to belong to a movement from God's perspective.

Tonight, Brandon continues teaching our Belong series by connecting the awkwardness of family photos to the challenges of being 'family' within any youth ministry. Listen in for laughs that ultimately lead to discovering that each student in DSM is loved. In the words of the 1970's hit dance song, 'We Are Fam-ily'!

Just as the prodigal son had believed the lie that he no longer belonged to his father, many teens in this generation have forgotten their God. At DSM Junior High, we want every student to know this truth: You BELONG to God! This changes everything!

Believe it or not your presence or the lack of your presence on a weekly basis has a great impact on the church because you are a part of the Body. What affects you affects the Body and what affects the body affects you!

It's tough to grasp the concept of 'belonging to God' if you don't have a clear picture of who God is-what God is like. This week, Brandon shares basic truths that shed some light on the character of God. The facts that, as Christians, we belong to HIM and He belongs to us.. simply. change. EVERYTHING!

Pastor Dan Perkins speaks on what it means to be sons and daughters of God the Father.

Cory and Anna Asbury share their story of how they came to be at New Life Church.

Session 7 David Perkins

Session 6 July Conference 2K12: Dan Perkins

Session 5 July Conference 2K12: Jeanne Mayo

Session 4 July Conference 2K12: Elijah Waters

Session 3 July Conference 2K12: Glenn Packiam

Session 2 July Conference 2K12: Brady Boyd

Session 1 July Conference 2K12: David Perkins

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Pastor John Mac defines the differences between true love and simple infatuation. You would be surprised!

Pastor John Mac defines the differences between true love and simple infatuation. You would be surprised!

Pastor John Mac delivers a raw message on the truth about Dating

Confession: Live honestly before God and others

Don't let secret sin slowly destroy you.

Confession: Live honestly before God and others

'Are you a fan or a follower' Fans cheered and threw palm branches when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the donkey. Fans also cheered as He was beaten on the cross. It was the Followers who wept. It is followers Jesus wants. Which one are you?

Don't let secret sin slowly destroy you.

Pastor John Challenges young people to not just be fans of Jesus but true Followers!

Pastor John Challenges young people to not just be fans of Jesus but true Followers!

Three simple words that God said to Adam in the Garden have the power to either HAUNT us or HEAL us: WHERE ARE YOU? Pastor Brandon challenges students to honestly answer this question in regards to their relationship with Jesus. Adam answered truthfully and was blessed. It can be the same for you!

DSM students, Hannah Nuss and Preston Coles, preach on living with joy and prayer.

David Perkins challenges students to lead a prayer meetings on their campus.

Pastor Brandon encourages students to quiet the distractions and tune in to the voice of God. Each of us have voices that are luring us in various directions; however, there is one voice that should be supreme in our lives. God is passionate about speaking to His children because he loves having relationship with us. Shhhhhh and listen in to the story of Samuel's first encounter with hearing God's voice.

David shares five practical ways to hear God's voice.

Pastor Brandon exposes the dangers of modern day idol worship in the lives of teens. He challenges students to realize that every person worships something or someone. In the same way Moses destroyed the golden calf the Israelites worshipped in Exodus 32, he urges students to clear the stage of their hearts, crush the idols, and worship only Jesus.

David Perkins challenges students to make Jesus number one and crush all idols in their lives.

Pastor Brandon challenges students in a 'I Dare You' spirit to take the risks of having a consistent quiet time with Jesus. One of DSM's core values expressing passion for God by carving out daily time for Him. Brandon uses some ideas from an amazing mentor in his life who helped him to realize that avoiding daily time with Jesus is just like standing someone up for a date.

David Perkins talks on living a life with God and without fear.

David Perkins talks about the three characteristics of an ascender.

Pastor Brandon challenges students in a ?I Dare You? spirit to take the risks of having a consistent quiet time with Jesus. One of DSM?s core values expressing passion for God by carving out daily time for Him. Brandon uses some ideas from an amazing mentor in his life who helped him to realize that avoiding daily time with Jesus is just like standing someone up for a date.

John MacDonald talks about the need for this generation to rise up and crash into culture with the Light of Christ. In this series we will learn to become crashers.

Brandon Cormier talks about the need for this generation to rise up and crash into culture with the Light of Christ. In this series we will learn to become crashers.

John MacDonald talks about the need for this generation to rise up and crash into culture with the Light of Christ. In this series we will learn to become crashers.

John MacDonald talks about the need for this generation to rise up and crash into culture with the Light of Christ. In this series we will learn to become crashers.

John MacDonald talks about the need for this generation to rise up and crash into culture with the Light of Christ. In this series we will learn to become crashers.

Jesus replied: ??Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ?Love your neighbor as yourself.?" Matthew 22:36-40

All of us are tempted to sit on the sidelines when it comes to our faith, but God desires for each of us to to be active. In this series, you will be challenged to pursue God while serving others, connecting within campus groups, and reaching your school. So, don't lean back on the bleachers...get in the game!

All of us are tempted to sit on the sidelines when it comes to our faith, but God desires for each of us to to be active. In this series, you will be challenged to pursue God while serving others, connecting within campus groups, and reaching your school. So, don't lean back on the bleachers...get in the game!

All of us are tempted to sit on the sidelines when it comes to our faith, but God desires for each of us to to be active. In this series, you will be challenged to pursue God while serving others, connecting within campus groups, and reaching your school. So, don't lean back on the bleachers...get in the game!

All of us are tempted to sit on the sidelines when it comes to our faith, but God desires for each of us to to be active. In this series, you will be challenged to pursue God while serving others, connecting within campus groups, and reaching your school. So, don't lean back on the bleachers...get in the game!

Most people get at least SOME enjoyment out of awkward social situations. With this in mind, David challenges _DSM not to shy away from the awkward situations that come along with following Jesus.

Dan Perkins gives the heart behind Desperation in teaching us the "why's" and the "how's" of prayer.

King David's mighty men were a handful of misfits whom God used to do incredible things. Dan Perkins challenges _DSM to go after the plan that God has for their lives regardless of what it looks like to the world.

David Perkins talks to _DSM about giving up the struggle to chase after being cool, and to be content with having more of God than we can handle.

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Friday Night Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Friday Afternoon Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Dan Perkins

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Doug Weiss

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Friday Morning Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Thursday Night Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Thursday Afternoon Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Tyrel Koenes

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Amy Perkins

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Tom Davis

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Nate Direnski

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- JD Swilley

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Thursday Morning Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Wednesday Night Main Session

Dan Perkins and Tyrel Koenes discuss various topics with Aaron Stern.

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Friday Afternoon Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Glenn Packiam

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Ben Pirtle

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Doug Weiss

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Friday Morning Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Thursday Afternoon Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Glenn Packiam

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Tyrel Koenes

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Breakout Session- Doug Lassit

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Thursday Morning Main Session

2011 Desperation Conference Podcasts- Wednesday Night Main Session

Jesus told His disciples to receive the Holy Spirit. The disciples gained power when filled with the Holy Spirit. Join _DSM as we spend five weeks talking about living a SUPERNATURAL life through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Jesus told His disciples to receive the Holy Spirit. The disciples gained power when filled with the Holy Spirit. Join _DSM as we spend five weeks talking about living a SUPERNATURAL life through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Jesus told His disciples to receive the Holy Spirit. The disciples gained power when filled with the Holy Spirit. Join _DSM as we spend five weeks talking about living a SUPERNATURAL life through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Jesus told His disciples to receive the Holy Spirit. The disciples gained power when filled with the Holy Spirit. Join _DSM as we spend five weeks talking about living a SUPERNATURAL life through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Just before the _DSM Nerd Dance Party, Pastor David talks about God's delight in us. He spoke briefly from Luke 15.

If you want to know what's in the heart of a generation, listen to the songs they sing. At _DSM, we declare every week who God is in our lives. In this series, we will dissect some of the songs that tell our story.

If you want to know what's in the heart of a generation, listen to the songs they sing. At _DSM, we declare every week who God is in our lives. In this series, we will dissect some of the songs that tell our story.

DLA/ Desperation Prayer Furnace graduate Carter Moore speaks to _DSM about finding identity in who God says we are.

If you want to know what's in the heart of a generation, listen to the songs they sing. At _DSM, we declare every week who God is in our lives. In this series, we will dissect some of the songs that tell our story.

United States Air Force Academy Cadet and Air Force Football player Caleb Konemann shares with _DSM about passion for God.

Desperation Internships: Tyrel Koenes informs the DPFurnace of how to be transformed rather than conformed.

Tom Lane speaks to the parents of students of DSM and New Life Church at the Turn Parents Seminar

Students preach at DSM by DSM.

Students preach at DSM by DSM.

Students preach at DSM by DSM.

Dan Perkins speaks to DSM about purity and tackling lust.

Desperation Internships: David Perkins teaches on the the importance of leadership in the kingdom.

David Perkins challenges _DSM to seek out and have vision for their lives as opposed to being a Slackerton.

Marybeth Koenes speaks to the DPFurnace women about being daughters of God and what their secret life with Him should look like as His daughter.

Desperation Internships: Tyrel Koenes talks to the DPFurnace about the importance of pure and biblical relationships.

David Perkins introduces DSM to the O'Phools- made up residents in a made up place called "Loserville" who lack in wisdom.

WE ARE FAMILY Every week, hundreds of high schools students from all over Colorado Springs gather together at DSM. We laugh, pray, study, and worship together. Though we all go through good days and bad days, we are committed to going through them together. Why? We are family.

Every week, hundreds of high schools students from all over Colorado Springs gather together at DSM. We laugh, pray, study, and worship together. Though we all go through good days and bad days, we are committed to going through them together. Why? We are family.

David concludes the Incarnate Series with a call to surrender your life to Jesus.

David Perkins teaches on the gifts given to Jesus by the Magi.

Sarah shares on the value we have as women in bringing beauty to our world.

Why do you follow Jesus? Tyrel challenges DPFurnace to stay true to their commitments.

Austin Brammer challenges the DPFurnace to go to war with compromise.

Dan talks about our attitude toward the Gospel of Jesus.

David Perkins teaches on the effectiveness of prayer.

Dan Perkins talks about the tension between feeling dreams from God and living in the delay.

David kicks off our journey into 24/7 prayer.

David Perkins closes retreat with a session on power and victory.

Dan Perkins ignites passion for 24/7 prayer in the Furnace Prayer Room.

Tyrel Koenes shares his story and encourages DSM to be live free.

David Perkins launches fall retreat

David Perkins warns _DSM about idols.

David Perkins expounds on the point that Worship is our response to what we value most.

We need friendships with women. Irene shares the value to fight for them in your life.

Jared Newman encourages _DSM to listen for and obey God's voice.

David Perkins talks about healing to _DSM.

Dan Perkins gives the Furnace and DLA 9 keys to maintaining passion.

David Perkins explains to _DSM how to develop a friendship with the Holy Spirit.

Jared Newman talks to DSM about becoming Unstoppable through the power of the Holy Spirit.

David Perkins gives DSM 5 steps to start and maintain a campus prayer group.

David Perkins breaks down practical steps to leading students to Christ on campus.

David Perkins gives DSM practical tips for leading on campus.

Sky Miller casts vision for Discovery Canyon Campus.

Dan talks about God becoming man in Part 2 of the "Jesus Is Awesome" series.

Dan Perkins talks on Part 1 of the series Jesus Is Awesome.

David Perkins calls students to be courageous on their campuses.

Matt Pitt tells Desperation to Plug into God and let Him use them to reach the world.

Aaron Stern teaches that our view of God will affect how we worship Him.

Mark Batterson tells Desperation to follow Jesus. You won't survive as a caged Christian.

Brent Parsley drives home the simple truth: God Loves You.

Brady Boyd gives the students rules for war.

David Perkins talks about following Jesus because of who He is.

David Perkins stresses God's forgiveness to the repentant to the _DSM High School students.

David Perkins talks to DSM about sexual purity.

Dan Perkins talks to DSM about relational purity.

David Perkins calls students to be courageous on their campuses.

Joel Stockstill delivers a message on defeating the root spirits of perversion and rebellion.

Aaron Stern teaches that our view of God will affect how we worship Him.

Matthew Barnett talks to Desperation about letting God restore your dream so you can fulfill your life song.

Brent Parsley drives home the simple truth: God Loves You

Brady Boyd gives the students rules for war.

David Perkins talks about following Jesus because of who He is.

David Perkins calls DSM to be bold and filled with the Holy Spirit

David Perkins rallies _DSM to surge forward with a shout!

David Perkins challenges _DSM to be courageous like Caleb.

Description: David casts vision for DSM following our 40 day fast.

Brady Boyd talks to parents of New Life/DSM students about parenting by example.

David prepares DSM for the fast starting on 5.14.10.

David Perkins calls DSM to prepare for 40 days of consecration.

Jared Newman talks to DSM about allowing God to use them to reach their friends.

David Perkins invites DSM to fight for their friends like Jesus did. Pray. Serve. Preach. Love. Never give up.

David Perkins invites DSM to fight for their friends like Jesus did. Pray. Serve. Preach. Love. Never give up.

Dan talks to _tag about how God uses ordinary people to carry out his extra-ordinary plan.

Discover Who God Says We Are.

David Perkins charges theFurnace to lose their lives to gain everything.

Discover Who God Says We Are.

Dan teaches on the importance of going deeper into the things of God.

Discover Who God Says We Are.

David charges theFurnace to live with their identity deeply rooted in Christ.

A battle rages over the hearts of this generation. Jesus desires His people to love Him with everything. He challenges people to pray persistently. He transforms the lives of people that gaze on Him and gives them purpose. In this series, Pastor David Perkins communicates the core values [Passion, Intercession, Consecration & Mission] that will empower you to follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

Tyrel teaches theFurnace what real love means, and asks them to love their generation.

A battle rages over the hearts of this generation. Jesus desires His people to love Him with everything. He challenges people to pray persistently. He transforms the lives of people that gaze on Him and gives them purpose. In this series, Pastor David Perkins communicates the core values [Passion, Intercession, Consecration & Mission] that will empower you to follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

A battle rages over the hearts of this generation. Jesus desires His people to love Him with everything. He challenges people to pray persistently. He transforms the lives of people that gaze on Him and gives them purpose. In this series, Pastor David Perkins communicates the core values [Passion, Intercession, Consecration & Mission] that will empower you to follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

Dan inspires theFurnace to take resposibility for their generation

We must BE authentic disciples of Jesus in order to MAKE authentic disciples of Jesus.

God is calling us to be His friend. Not because we are perfect people, but because we surrender ourselves to Him.

David teaches theFurnace practical tips on fasting.

David talks to theFurnace about the fellowship of burning hearts.

David encourages theFurnace to seek God when no one is watching.

Dan talks about 6 traps that keep us from pursuing God.

Living a life of holiness, righteousness, and purity starts with the heart.

Dan Challenges theFurnace in three methods of prayer

Dan talks on the importance of praying the will of God.

Closing Session of the 2009 July Desperation Conference

Fifth Session of the 2009 July Desperation Conference

Sixth Session of the 2009 July Desperation Conference

Second Session of the 2009 July Desperation Conference

Fourth Session of the 2009 July Desperation Conference

The Third General Session of the June 2009 Desperation Conference.

theMILL Welcomes Desperation Leader and Pastor David Perkins as he talks about biblical leadership.

Closing Session of the 2009 July Desperation Conference.

Fifth Session of Desperation's 2009 Conference: Light up the World

Sixth Session of the 2009 June Desperation Conference

Fourth Session of Desperation's 2009 Conference: Light up the World

Third Session of Desperation's 2009 Conference: Light up the World

Opening Session of Desperation's 2009 Conference: Light up the World

Second General Session of the June 2009 Desperation Conference

David talks about the importance of sacrifice in a Godly life.

David Perkins calls the Furnace to be missionaries.

David challenges the Furnace to be bold.

Gaining God's heart for this generation.

Necessary faith and work as we follow Jesus

Knowing the strategies against a heart alive in God

Guarding Your Heart Against Worldliness

Recognizing the trap of offense

Having everything by having nothing

May the fire of prayer burn in each of us!

Introducing the Tuesday Night prayer meeting called REVIVALTOWN.

The necessity of using words to declare the Gospel

Paul's love for Jesus and faithfulness to people sets a clear example for us.

You were created for greatness. Living life with a Kingdom perspective of greatness.

Dan Perkins talks on what Jesus called the 2nd greatest command; loving others as ourselves.

Dan Perkins speaks about cultivating love for God.

In order to truly have a focused life we must live it for Jesus.

Fear God and Shun Evil

David speaks to the Furnace at the annual Fall Retreat.

"Boring. Meaningless. Noble. -OR- Enjoyable. Matters. Weak."

7 keys to fullfilling the first commandment

The joy of perseverance in Christ.

Closing session of the "Counting on God" Alabama Conference.

Fifth session of the "Counting on God" Colorado Conference.

Fourth session of the "Counting on God" Colorado Conference.

Third session of the "Counting on God" Colorado Conference.

Closing session of the "Counting on God" Michigan Conference.

Sixth session of the "Counting on God" Michigan Conference.

Fifth session of the "Counting on God" Michigan Conference.

Fourth session of the "Counting on God" Michigan Conference.

Dana Chandler speaks at Desperation '08 in Kalamazoo, MI.

Third session of the "Counting on God" Michigan Conference.

Brent Parsley speaks at Desperation '08 from Kalamazoo, MI.

David Perkins speaks at the opening session of Desperation Michigan '08.

David talks out of Revelation 19 to theMILL about church.

Focusing our weekly hours in a hyper-recreational culture.

David challenges theFurnace to "Wake Up."

Heaven is our home.

Navigating sexual purity throughout your single years.

Your Father Is Perfect In How He Relates To You.

David teaches to New LIfe Church out of Philippians 3:10.

Missionary to Mexico, Britt Hancock, uncovers the necessity for Christ followers to endure hardship.

Week 2 of David's series at theMILL on loving God.

Pastor Dan Perkins talks about being changed from the inside out.

David talks out of Matt. 22:37 to theMILL (New Life's College Ministry).

Delete the shame of yesterday and aim to please Him....TODAY.

Pastor David Perkins welcomes students and parents at Snapshot weekend.

Never settle. Enjoy all that the Father has for you.

We see the glory of God in the face and kindness of Jesus.

Everything in the Father's house is for us. Take it.

David Perkins talks about our role to believe for healing.

A chat with David and the team.

David Perkins talks about the joy of giving all to God

Increase God activity within you and decrease the smorgasbord of temptations

A seminar from Desperation Conference '07 in Colorado Springs.

A seminar from Desperation Conference '07 in Colorado Springs.

Getting the Word of God in you

A seminar from Desperation Conference '07 in Colorado Springs.

A seminar from Desperation Conference '07 in Colorado Springs.

Ex's, Eggnog, and HBO - Navigating Christmas Break.

A seminar from Desperation Conference '07 in Colorado Springs.

Aaron Stern talks about devotion to God.

More variables to affect prayer

Visualizing the invisible war

David talks with Jon (Desperation Band) and Jeremiah (associate youth pastor at New Life) about leading students in worship

Cultivating a Longing for Christ's Return

Pastor Dan Perkins Talking about experiencing God's Love.

Pastor David Perkins talks about how there are no fractions with God's love.

Pastor David uncovers how comparing ourselves to others knocks us off track.

Pastor David gives insight on how to avoid the pitfall of losing our passion for Jesus.

The only way to succeed long term in God is to wait.

98% Follow the crowd. 2% Lead. Lead your generation.

Students choose to live the Desperation Vow.

John Bevere tells Desperation 2007 how grace empowers us to live holy lives.

David Perkins speaks at Desperation 2007.

Ross Parsley teaches the men of Desperation 2007 how to "fight like David."

Lisa Bevere speaks to the women of Deperation 2007.

David and Brent talk about the need to make disciples of teenagers in the local church.

David and Aaron discuss college ministry and the upcoming LEAD conference.

David Perkins talks about moving forward in Christian maturity.

Caleb talks about the need for both mundane discipline and exciting passion as one prepares to fulfill Christ's commission.

Pastor Joel Stockstill of 220 speaks to the Furnace.

David Perkins talks about God's ability and our responsibility in not falling.

David Perkins show how Jesus responds to those that are spiritually desperate.

David Perkins talks through Proverbs 2:1-5.

David Perkins talks about God's jealous love for people.

David Perkins talks about making room to encounter God.

David Perkins speaks to New Life's High School students, _tag, out of John 15.

David Perkins shares on the effect of authentic faith and the power of Christ through the believer.

David explains how Myspace, Red Robin & Cinemark do not compare to prayer...

David talks to theFurnace on the authority that we possess because of Christ's victory through the cross.

David speaks at New Life's high school winter retreat called "HOME."