All Things Apostolic

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In this episode, Jennifer Barrett critiques a Kabbalistic analysis of the the first word of the Hebrew Bible.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson discusses the excitement of Christmas—beyond the songs, dates, and traditions—and explores what truly gives the season weight.

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In this episode, Jennifer Barrett explores the inspiring life of Philip P. Bliss, a gifted 19th-century hymn writer whose deep love for Christ shaped songs still sung today, including his well-known hymn expressing a longing for more of God.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson talks about the joy and renewal that come with thankfulness—and how embracing gratitude opens the door for revival, unity, and spiritual growth.

Small churches can grow – they just can't do it by accident. In this Groundwork Podcast conversation (part of the All Things Apostolic Network), we sit down with Bro. Massengale, longtime IBC instructor and author of Let My People Grow and Total Church Growth, to talk about practical, proven strategies for apostolic church growth in 2025. From a living room church plant to a congregation of hundreds, he explains why the same three foundations apply everywhere: building a ministry team, sowing tons of gospel seed, and caring well for new converts through discipleship.Web sites: TimMassengale.org and ChurchDoubler.com Contact Tim Massengale via the contact form at ChurchDoubler.com

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett explores the Hebrew grammar of Leviticus 18:4, examining how verb forms shape possible interpretations of the command to do God's judgments and keep His ordinances.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson reflects on how quickly the year has passed and challenges listeners to evaluate how they've used their time. He encourages believers to look back, look ahead, and prepare to “occupy” both by preserving truth and advancing the Kingdom in the coming year.

Pastor Bryce Cosme pastors the Revival Center church in Bakersfield, CA. Today, on Groundwork, he joins Pastors Brian Williams and Kasey Sees to discuss how he started and is growing the Revival Center. Topics include: his 5 Cs of identifying where new converts are in their journey: Coming, Consistent, Converted, Committed, and Commissioned; playing the long game; connecting with the community; and differences between large churches and small churches.Resources mentioned in this episode:• Revival Church in Bakersfield, CA: RCBakersfield.com• Revival Center YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BakersfieldRevivalCenter• FlockNote app for e-mailing and messaging church members and contacts: FlockNote.com

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett explores the shortest book in the Old Testament—Obadiah's prophetic message against Edom for its pride and violence toward Judah--examining how God's justice is portrayed through Edom's downfall and how the prophecy points to the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom on Mount Zion.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson reflects on the blessings of a busy revival season, the outpouring of the Holy Ghost during Momentum Youth Conference, and the importance of creating an atmosphere where the Spirit draws hungry hearts.

Executive Chairman of the Worldwide Pentecostal Fellowship, Nathaniel Urshan, joins All Things Apostolic to share field-tested strategies for church planting. He explains how to target receptive neighborhoods, set realistic quotas, stay safe, and choose effective time windows. We also dive into blending digital outreach with street evangelism and how fragile first contacts can grow into thriving community networks. Packed with practical steps you can put to work this week.Resources mentioned in this episode...• The Biblos Network: TheBiblosNetwork.Org• The Biblos Network on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBiblosNetwork• The “Line Upon Line” Bible Study YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZD8UXvO3Q0&list=PLTvp6SxttrAxI5KBBnKn8SOgzRt7fac-8__________The 60-Second Bible Survey1. Do you believe there is a God?2. Do you believe in a personal relationship with God?3. Do you believe that if a person had a personal relationship with God, their life would be better?4. Have you ever made efforts to know God better?5. Do you believe in the Bible?6. Do you believe the Bible was given to us by God?7. Do you think God expects us to live by the Bible today?8. Do you think that if a person understood the Bible, they could know God better?9. Have you heard about the return of Jesus Christ?10. When He returns, do you feel that you'll be in the group He takes with Him?11. Would you be interested in connecting, again, to talk a little bit more about it?If yes, what day and time is best?Location:Name:Phone Number:E-mail:Prayer request:

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett contrasts the flawed gods of Greek mythology with the holy, loving God of Scripture, showing that while ancient cultures imagined powerful deities, there is truly no god like our God.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson discusses a variety of topics including the Holy Ghost, God's mercy, and the Momentum Conference, which will be held Nov. 6-7, 2025, at The Rock Church in Elk Grove, CA. In the second half of the episode, he examines the rise of antisemitism.

Continuing our conversation from last week, Rev. Marshall Clack, the pastor of The Sanctuary of Pentecost church in Acworth (North Atlanta), Georgia, Rev. Brian Williams, and Rev. Kasey Sees discuss a variety of "small church" questions. How to present to potential visitors that this is a quality church? Does a video wall have benefits? As a pastor, how do you balance church responsibilities and family? What are good resources for: teaching new converts? guiding church planters? having quality music?Printed materials mentioned in this episode include:• "Following the Pattern" available at www.ApostolicGraphix.com (scroll down to the section "Apostolic Bible Studies" and use the right arrow to scroll to "Following the Pattern Bible Study"; the Spanish version "Siguiendo el Modelo" is also available)• "Visioneering" by Andy Stanley, an updated version is available at Amazon.com• "Small Church Essentials" by Karl Vaters, available at Amazon.com

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett explores how the love song's imagery and language align with archaeological evidence and cultural parallels from the historical period of Solomon's reign.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson discusses the rise of anti-Semitism and examines both the political and biblical reasons behind U.S. support for Israel.

Rev. Marshall Clack, the pastor of The Sanctuary of Pentecost church in Acworth (North Atlanta), Georgia, started his first church over 20 years ago in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Starting with zero members, Rev. Clack discusses the methods and philosophy he used to grow the congregation from meeting in a motel meeting room to outgrowing a church building! Rev. Clack planted his current church in Acworth, Georgia 13 years ago. What does it take to continue to grow a church and not get discouraged? What do you do when the inevitable subtractions occur? Is it all about numbers?This conversation concludes next week in Part 2.

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett explores the complex issue of capital punishment—examining moral, legal, and practical arguments for and against the death penalty.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson shares exciting updates about revival happening across California and beyond. From being inducted into the Ministerial Hall of Fame to witnessing new churches being planted and old ones revived, he highlights what God is doing in places like Red Bluff, Turlock, and Yuba City.

What happens when God calls a loved pastor away from his current church to pastor another church? What happens when a new pastor steps in? What challenges are there and what cultural changes take place? Hear the story from the new pastor's point of view.Rev. Brian Williams and Rev. Kasey Sees speak with Rev. Micah Narlock who assumed the pastorate of The Rock Church of Morganton, North Carolina, when Rev. Billy Chapman (see All Things Apostolic, S3, E69-70) was directed by God to pastor The Rock Church in Gastonia, North Carolina. Rev. Narlock has unique insights into this challenging situation.Rev. Narlock uses the Bible studies "Into His Marvelous Light," available at www.OneHourBibleStudy.com, and "Victorious Living," written by his father-in-law, Roger Simpson. "Victorious Living" which will be available soon in Amazon.

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett continues exploring arguments for and against physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson begins by discussing the transformative power of the baptism of the Holy Spirit. He highlights the Midnight Cry Preaching Conference that was recently hosted by Pastor Moses Mendoza at Apostolic Tabernacle Church in Stockton, CA. Dr. Wilson also mentions his honor of being inducted this week into the Ministerial Hall of Fame class of 2025 sponsored by Apostolic Archives International in Joplin, MO.

This is the second of two episodes where Rev. Brian Williams and Rev. Kasey Sees discuss the differences between the vision that God sets before the man of God and the reality of the current situation—casting seed now and reaping later, the temptation to circumvent God's plan in order to create immediate growth, developing an environment where new converts can thrive, and...the "Apostolic Sandwich."

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett explores two end of life issues: physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson delivers a powerful reminder that there are unprecedented opportunities in the Kingdom of God even in this present evil age, and the original apostolic message preached by Peter on the Day of Pentecost remains the foundation of salvation today.

This is the first of two episodes where Rev. Brian Williams and Rev. Kasey Sees discuss the differences between the vision that God sets before the man of God and the reality of the current situation—casting seed now and reaping later, the temptation to circumvent God's plan in order to create immediate growth, developing an environment where new converts can thrive, and...the "Apostolic Sandwich."

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett examines moral issues around the termination of life support.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson discusses good things that are happening in the final months of 2025 and anticipates a great year in 2026. He shares highlights from National Challenge Week and promotes the Graduate Ministry Certificate.

In this continuing discussion from last week, Rev. Kasey Sees and Rev. Brian Williams are joined by Rev. Billy Chapman, the pastor of The Rock Church of Gastonia, North Carolina, and the Church Development Chairman of the Worldwide Pentecostal Fellowship. Today, they will be discussing the fourth, fifth, and sixth keys to soul winning: Convert, Copy, and Celebrate. Pastor Chapman can be reached at TheRockPastor@RocketMail.com.

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett examines the concept of the personhood of the unborn by looking at proposed decisive moments for when personhood begins.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson continues his discussion regarding how nature teaches things that we should and shouldn't do. Many scriptural prohibitions are intended to keep people from violating the purposes of nature, a primary one of which is reproduction for the survival of the human race.

Joining Rev Kasey Sees and Rev. Brian Williams, today, is Rev. Billy Chapman, the pastor of The Rock Church of Gastonia, North Carolina, and the Church Development Chairman of the Worldwide Pentecostal Fellowship. Today, they will be discussing the first three of six keys to soul winning: Connect, Consent, and Compel. In next week's episode they will discuss the fourth through sixth keys. Pastor Chapman can be reached at TheRockPastor@RocketMail.com.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson explains how the person who killed Charlie Kirk does not understand what nature teaches us.

Rev. Kasey Sees and Rev. Brian Williams discuss the recent Summit Conference, music, and "Your Favorite Home Missions Pastor"! More information is available at these web sites: ServiceReady.co (yes, its ".co" not ".com"), RockGive.com, and GiveSierras.com.

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett examines common arguments made in favor of abortion and responds with ethical rebuttals.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson discusses highlights from the recently-held Summit Conference of the Worldwide Pentecostal Fellowship, including the election of Pastor Nathaniel Urshan as the new Executive Chairman. Dr. Wilson also discusses the Jubilee service at The Rock Church, Elk Grove, CA.

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett examines Scriptures to determine a biblical perspective on the status of the unborn.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson reflects on Paul's warning that “in the last days perilous times shall come.” He addresses the challenges of lawlessness, government control, and the moral decay entering homes through media and culture. Drawing a vivid contrast between Sarah's inner beauty and Jezebel's artificial beauty, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson explains how holiness is not just outward appearance but the inward glory of Christ shining through His people in these end times.

Rev. Kasey Sees and Rev. Brian Williams are both bivocational ministers meaning they have paying jobs in addition to their pastoral positions. In this episode, they discuss the challenges this presents and how they meet those challenges.

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett introduces Christian ethics. This episode sets the stage for a deeper journey into how Christians can navigate moral questions guided by biblical principles, which are rooted in the character of God.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson reflects on the remarkable global growth of Pentecostalism, with over 700 million believers worldwide, and the significance of local outreach efforts such as All Nations Sunday. He also introduces insights from his upcoming eschatology course at Wilson University, exploring the ages of biblical history, the roots of Babylon, and the unfolding of the present age leading to Christ's return.

What do you do after a large, successful outreach event? Rev. Brian Williams and Rev. Kasey Sees discuss this topic.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson discusses Conner's leadership bootcamp at Faith Tabernacle in Tucson, AZ; the doctoral celebration service for the Young family; and the development of a new master's program at Wilson University.

Using backpack give-aways as an outreach tool--strategies, planning, promotion, results.BagsInBulk.com is mentioned as a source for backpacks.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson discusses the Jubilee offering at The Rock Church; a leadership boot camp sponsored by Rev. Paul Conner at Faith Tabernacle in Tucson, AZ; the importance of church growth; and a live session with young ministers of the Worldwide Pentecostal Fellowship.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel J. Wilson unpacks the power and simplicity of the Acts 2:38 apostolic message, sharing insights on revival, church growth, and spiritual freedom.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson shares highlights from the PEAK 2025 Conference and describes his travel adventures. To view all sermons from PEAK Conference: www.youtube.com/@wpfyouth

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson provides some brief updates and then shares news regarding the recent accreditation of Wilson Academy Online.

In this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Wilson discusses Hope Corps ITWs, National Challenge Week, upcoming programs offered by Wilson University, and the PEAK conference. "Spanish for Apostolic Ministry and Communication" https://linktr.ee/wilsonuniversityRegister for Challenge Week challengewk.comApply for Hope CorpsHopecorps.net Register for PEAK Youth Conferencegowpf.org/peak