2025 Year in Review: Breakthrough, Growth & Freedom
- Mark Machen
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What a year it’s been! As we close out 2025, we’re reflecting on everything God has done through Forever Free. From our very first conference to watching thousands step into freedom, this year has been marked by transformation.
By the Numbers
Lives continue to be transformed as people step into the freedom Christ has provided.
Forever Healed 2025: Our First Conference
In April, over 650 people gathered in Birmingham, AL for something we’d never done before: our very first conference!
From the moment people walked in, there was a sense of coming home. With 12 powerful sessions and 7 anointed speakers, we dove deep into marriage, identity, and freedom from strongholds. But this wasn't just a conference—it was a turning point.
Stories from the Weekend:
Adrian came in carrying five months of back pain. Somewhere during Friday's session, the pain left. He wrote, "I've been to many, many conferences, but this has changed me to the uttermost."
Cheryl had been dealing with physical struggles for over two years. She got free—forever free—and healing began manifesting in her body. She also saw a three-year financial debt completely taken care of!
A massive thank you to our amazing speakers, worship team, volunteers, and Life of Faith Church family. You didn't just serve; you ministered deeply.
Monthly Mentorships: A Community Transformed
What started as a simple idea has become one of the most powerful aspects of Forever Free. These aren't just Q&A sessions; they are divine appointments.
We’ve seen debts cancelled, mindsets shifted, and hearts healed. But one testimony stood out this year:
Estee followed Jesus for 37 years. Thirty-seven years of trying harder, striving, wondering if she was doing enough. Then she experienced Forever Free. She wrote:"The first time in 37 years of following Jesus I actually feel relief from striving. I am free to be loved unconditionally."
That’s the power of encountering truth that sets you free.
Living Forever Free & The New Studio
For 52 weeks straight, Jennifer and I showed up every Tuesday night to bring you truth, encouragement, and teaching.
We built an entirely new studio! The new setup has allowed us to bring you even better quality teaching. If you missed any series—from The Forgiving Life to Victory Over the Devil—you can watch the full collection on our YouTube channel.
Walking Where Jesus Walked: Israel
This year, I had the incredible honor of being one of 1,000 pastors invited to Israel.
There is something about standing where the prophets stood that makes the Bible come alive. Two moments stood out to me: Shilo, where the tabernacle stood for over 300 years, and the Mount of Olives, where Jesus wept over Jerusalem.
Israel reminded me that our faith is rooted in real places, real people, and a real God who has been faithful through every generation.
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2026 🚀
1. Our First Book!
Finally, We are thrilled to announce that our very first book, Forever Free, will be released in 2026! We have been working hard to write this and cannot wait to get it into your hands. Stay tuned for release dates!
2. The Annual Forever Free Conference (April 16-19)
We loved Forever Healed so much, we’re doing it again! Join us next April for an incredible lineup of speakers:
Mark Machen
Andrew Wommack (joining live via Zoom!)
Chad Gonzalez
Daniel Amstutz
Jeremiah Johnson
Brian Essary
We are bringing together powerful teaching, life-changing ministry, and a community hungry for freedom. We want to see YOU there.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Here’s to a year of even greater breakthrough, growth, and freedom!
— Mark & Jennifer
