2819 Church Podcast — “Expectations for ACCESS”
Date: October 26, 2025
Host: Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell, with Pastor Ron Simmons
Episode Theme:
This episode prepares 2819 Church—both local and digital disciples—for the upcoming ACCESS event at State Farm Arena. Through biblical teaching, personal reflection, and corporate instruction, Pastors Mitchell and Simmons set clear expectations for ACCESS as a sacred gathering of prayer and intercession, laying out spiritual preparations and the intended heart posture for attendees.
Episode Overview
The central message is a call to maturity in faith, especially through seasons of suffering, and a passionate urging to approach the ACCESS gathering as a holy convocation devoted to prayer, repentance, and worship—not a show or typical church event. The episode also features teaching on communion, a detailed explanation of what ACCESS will and will not be, and practical spiritual preparation for attendees.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Enduring Pain and the True Christian Hope
- Personal Reflection on Suffering:
- Pastor Mitchell shares his journey through deep pain as a young believer, stressing that hardship is part of the Christian walk. (00:01)
- “The answer for the sufferings of this life and the pain of my heart, the ultimate answer is not tomorrow… The ultimate answer is Maranatha.” — Pastor Mitchell (01:45)
- Mature Perspective:
- Encourages shifting hope from immediate change to the eternal reality of Christ’s return.
- “We are so attached to this life that we think our real hope is a better next week or year… your Savior has gone to prepare a place for you.” — Pastor Mitchell (01:55)
- “This should be the cry of the mature believer… Lord, come.” — Pastor Simmons (03:22)
2. Communion: Remembering the Sacrifice and Access to God
- Instituting Communion:
- Communion is explained as a sacred ordinance established to remind believers of Christ’s sacrifice and their access to the Father. (06:23)
- “One of the greatest weaknesses of your humanity is that you have a tendency to forget. And because the Lord knew that, he instituted this ordinance…” — Pastor Mitchell (06:29)
- Instructions to the Congregation:
- Non-believers are encouraged to abstain, with an invitation for future participation after accepting Christ. (09:47)
- Emphasis on the New Covenant:
- Details contrast between the burden of the old covenant and the liberty found in Christ’s ultimate sacrifice. (12:42)
- “Thank God that one man in one moment in history nailed to the cross the requirements of the law.” — Pastor Simmons (12:52)
3. Honoring Covenantal Relationships
- Personal Tribute:
- Pastor Mitchell honors Pastor Simmons as an essential brother and covenant partner, emphasizing the importance of meaningful spiritual relationships. (16:50)
- Encourages listeners to value such relationships and connects their journey to the community’s growth.
4. History and Heart of ACCESS
- Origins:
- ACCESS began in Pastor Mitchell’s parents' home with small prayer gatherings named for the “access” believers have to God through prayer. (20:40)
- Growth Vision:
- ACCESS is now moving to an arena gathering, aiming to reignite prayer movements nationally and globally.
- “ACCESS is not a conference. It’s not a show. It’s not just a service… ACCESS is a gathering for prayer.” — Pastor Mitchell (24:00)
5. What ACCESS Is/Is Not — Setting Expectations
- Clarifying the Event’s Purpose:
- Not a conference or performance—no preaching, no “artist attraction,” no entertainment value (23:56–24:07).
- Focuses on collective prayer, intercession, repentance, worship, and spiritual breakthrough.
- Spiritual Posture:
- “We are coming next week for something holy, something sacred, something set apart, something that I believe is necessary in this hour and in this moment.” — Pastor Mitchell (24:16)
- Planned Flow:
- Distinctive sound signals call to prayer (26:18).
- Unguided personal prayer and repentance.
- Guided corporate prayers for the church, city, and nation.
- Extended worship (27:10), serving as “a doxology of faith”—praising God as though the answers to prayers are already delivered.
- Resource distribution and ongoing encouragement to see ACCESS as a catalyst, not a culmination.
6. Spiritual Preparation for ACCESS
- Altar Mindset:
- “I am believing that we will approach Access like it’s a giant altar…we will lay down on that altar every burden, every worry, every concern, every desire.” — Pastor Simmons (29:13)
- Call to Grieved Intercession:
- Attendees encouraged to see the brokenness in society and bring those burdens to the altar. (30:13–31:09)
- “I want you to go on social media, I want you to turn on the news…and I want your heart to be grieved and broken…bring all that brokenness to the altar next week.” — Pastor Ron (30:13–31:09)
- Scriptural Foundation:
- Reference to 2 Chronicles 7:14—God responds to humble, repentant prayer. (31:10)
- Teaching on Prayer (Matthew 6):
- God expects His people to pray: “when you pray…” (33:50)
- Emphasis on pure motives; not to be seen, but to be heard by God. (34:43)
- ACCESS will not be livestreamed or televised to preserve sacredness—creating a “secret place” within the arena.
- “The revolution will not be televised…we will make the arena our secret place.” — Pastor Mitchell (35:12)
- “We're going to make the arena a portal from earth to heaven…a spiritual tunnel from earth to heaven.” — Pastor Mitchell (37:56)
- Model Prayer for ACCESS:
- Pray “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name…” focusing first on God’s kingdom and will, before personal needs. (39:01–43:54)
- “Take care of his business first. Then you cry out all your business afterwards.” — Pastor Mitchell (43:54)
- Call to Consecration and Fasting:
- Seven days of consecration/fasting at any level attendees are led. (44:48)
- “Come into his presence next week fasted up…Pay a price before you get there.” — Pastor Simmons (45:54)
7. Practical Details / Q&A
- Event Logistics:
- Doors open at 3:00 PM, prayer hour begins at 5:00 PM (47:41–48:13).
- Arrive early due to large expected attendance; full details online.
8. Closing: Intercessory Prayer for Global Attendees
- Call for Unselfish Prayer:
- Congregation prays three minutes for digital disciples and travelers coming from around the world (48:29–51:12).
- Corporate Plea:
- Worship leader leads unified cry for God’s presence and power at ACCESS, praying for safety, spiritual hunger, unity, and supernatural results. (52:04–54:43)
- “Father, we cry out together, God…pour out your spirit, God, upon us next week, Lord, in a mighty way.” — Worship Leader / Prayer Leader (52:04)
- Worship leader leads unified cry for God’s presence and power at ACCESS, praying for safety, spiritual hunger, unity, and supernatural results. (52:04–54:43)
- Declaration of Expectation:
- Anticipating a church “ready for the King,” longing for Christ’s return. (54:44–55:47)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
On Suffering and Maturity
- “The apex of all your Christian desire should be for him…as you mature…goes beyond a material item…beyond a marriage…beyond believing for children…As you mature, the apex of all Christian desire should be for him.” — Pastor Mitchell (04:18–05:46)
On ACCESS
- “Access is not a conference. It is not a show. It is not just a service. We're not showing up next week for entertainment.” — Pastor Mitchell (23:56)
- “Access is a gathering to pray…petition God…intercede…repent…worship.” — Pastor Mitchell (25:44)
- “We're not only praying for that day, we're praying for what God will do beyond that day.” — Pastor Mitchell (28:28)
- “We’re going to make the arena a portal from earth to heaven….” — Pastor Mitchell (37:56)
On Prayer
- “He expects you to pray. He didn't say if you pray. He said when you pray, that is, the Lord expects all of his children to pray.” — Pastor Mitchell (33:50–34:43)
- “We don't want to be praying to be seen. We just want to be seen praying.” — Pastor Ron (34:54)
- “We will make State Farm our secret place.” — Pastor Mitchell (38:45)
On Preparation and Consecration
- “I call our church to seven days of consecration at any level you feel led.” — Pastor Mitchell (44:48)
On Unity in Prayer
- “Three minutes…join me in prayer for three minutes. Not for you, but for all our digital disciples that are coming…” — Pastor Mitchell (48:29)
- “Father, we cry out together, God…pour out your spirit…as we come together next week, Lord, give us grace this week to consecrate, God.” — Worship Leader / Prayer Leader (52:04)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Introduction to Suffering and Spiritual Maturity: 00:01–04:16
- Communion Teaching and Participation: 06:23–14:20
- Honoring Pastor Ron Simmons & Church Update: 15:05–18:21
- History and Vision Behind ACCESS: 20:40–23:56
- Defining and Protecting the Heart of ACCESS: 23:56–29:13
- Instructions for Spiritual Preparation: 29:13–45:54
- Access Event Logistics / Q&A: 47:41–48:29
- Corporate Intercessory Prayer and Closing: 48:29–52:03
- Worship and Benediction: 54:44–55:57
Final Takeaway
ACCESS is positioned as a defining moment for 2819 Church—a call to true, unified prayer that transcends performance or programming. Attendees are urged to consecrate, come expectant, and enter into collective repentance, intercession, and worship, making the arena a “secret place”—a spiritual altar and portal—crying out for God’s kingdom in the city, nation, and world.