Podcasts about pastor alan

Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference! If you're able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay's GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 Description: In episode 760: They Lied to You About the Rapture, Tony is joined in studio by Pastor Alan DiDio, whose radical encounter with Jesus launched him into a lifelong mission to understand and teach the truths of Bible prophecy. What began with a powerful dream just days after his salvation, standing in a field as a storm brews and a clock strikes 11:59, became the catalyst for a 25-year journey into the most controversial and misunderstood event in eschatology: the Rapture. Together, Tony and Pastor Alan confront the confusion, mockery, and division surrounding the Rapture, both inside and outside the Church. They tackle biblical patterns of supernatural disappearances, the reality of glorified bodies, the parallels between Enoch and modern believers, and why the disappearance of millions will be more than a sci-fi headline, it will be a tipping point for human history. They also address the dangers of spiritual apathy, red-pilled pride, and the false security many Christians place in end-times theories rather than the Word itself. Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony Alan DiDio Website | YouTube | New Book CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas 

When it comes to evil and suffering, there is a problem that we need to overcome and a perspective that we need to have to trust the promise of Romans 8:28.

When Stephen stood before the Sanhedrin, he didn't defend himself—he told a story. In Acts 7, we see how God's promise, provision, and deliverance have been unfolding since Abraham—and how that story ultimately points to Jesus. In this message, Pastor Alan unpacks Stephen's powerful sermon and challenges us to turn our hearts toward Jesus, the true Deliverer who sets us free and invites us into God's greater story. 

Today, we learn that sickness is a part of living in a shattered world, where people suffer in the shadows, but can find healing in the suffering Savior.

Baptism is important because it identifies us with Christ, illustrates our salvation, and declares the gospel.

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! What does real influence look like in God's kingdom? In Acts 6, we meet Stephen—an ordinary guy who became a powerful influence for Jesus. This week, Pastor Alan unpacks how Stephen's life of servanthood, faith, and wisdom shows us a radically different path to true impact. In a culture obsessed with followers and fame, discover how you can become a person of kingdom influence right where you are. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://www.cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-5-3-4-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf Celebrate Baptism Weekend With Us!

Romans 1 gives us both clues for God's existence and the causes for unbelief.

Many of us blame ourselves for things we could not control - or for things we should have controlled and didn’t - and we carry that shame every day of our lives. Find the power to escape your past today as guest host Susie Larson talks with Pastor Alan Wright about the secret to letting that shame roll off and accepting the unconditional love of Jesus.   Today's Resource: Free to Be Yourself: Find the Power to Escape Your Past Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture

The Cross of Jesus gives us the final word, “It is finished,” which gives us strength for today and hope for tomorrow.

What would it take for you to truly believe in Jesus and surrender your life to Him? In Matthew 12, Jesus will be challenged by his skeptics, and He is going to point them to a strange sign that points back to Him as the Savior of the World.

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! We all hate losing—especially to our rivals. But there's one enemy we all share that feels unbeatable: death. In this powerful Easter message, Pastor Alan explores the moment when God stepped in and did the impossible—defeating death through the resurrection of Jesus. Death is no longer undefeated. Jesus has won, and that victory changes everything. The question is: Do you know Him?Video that Alan mentions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzR6Jpt8UZs For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://www.cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-4-20-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf Digital Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/cccgreeley/weekly-digital-newsletter-16046802 Christ Community Church – Greeley, CO 

Easter is HERE—and we're celebrating the greatest news the world has ever heard! This Sunday, Pastor Alan is sharing a powerful message called "Certain About Easter," diving into the bold, history-shaping claim that Jesus Christ rose from the dead. If it's true—and we believe it is—it changes everything. This isn't just a story, it's the reason we have hope, purpose, and joy. Whether you've heard it before or are hearing it for the first time, come ready to celebrate what Easter is really all about. We'd love for you to JOIN US—and this is the perfect Sunday to invite someone to come with you!

In Chapter 4, we see Jonah's rage is met by God's response that is both painful and loving for Jonah.

Today, Pastor Alan brings a message from Luke 6:39–49 all about how to build a life that can stand strong no matter what comes our way. In a world where everything feels like it's constantly shifting, Jesus gives us a solid foundation to build on—and it changes everything. 

In Chapter 3, we see that God can use and save anyone because He has a heart for everyone, even if we do not.

Chapter 2 shows us how God's gracious plan gave Jonah a new perspective to get him where he needed to be.

Is there something in your life that you know God wants you to do, but you don't want to do? Chapter one teaches us that Jonah, a prophet God's called to go to a people he loved, had a problem that caused him to disobey and yet God pursued him by His grace even though Jonah did not deserve it.

When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright shares from his book, "The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love."  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Laws are meant to help us thrive, but when rules become the focus, we can lose sight of God's heart—compassion.  Today, Pastor Alan continues our "Certain About Jesus" series in Luke 6:1-11, where Jesus challenges the legalists who valued law over love. Jesus reminds us that God's ways are meant to bring life, not burdens. The same compassion Jesus showed then is what He offers us today—and what He calls us to extend to others. 

James teaches us about the delusion of living like we are God and the delight of submitting our lives to God.

James wants us to understand the cause and core of our conflict with others so that we can find the cure we need in the grace of God.

Pastor Alan Wright shares from a recent sermon about John 14.  His book is “The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love.”  You can listen to Pastor Wright's sermon here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

James tells us what Godly wisdom is, why we need it, and how to get it.

Real faith in Jesus should change how we speak to and about other people. James teaches us that what we say is powerful, it points to the condition of our hearts and it pushes us to our need for Jesus to be healed.

James teaches us that there is a difference between fake faith and real faith. James teaches us that fake faith is dead and demonic, and that real faith is dynamic.

How are we going to reach our community for Jesus if we mistreat people at church? James is teaching us that the proof that we have been transformed by the Gospel is seen in how we treat other people, especially people who are unlike us and people that we do not like.

Spiritual blessings and lasting freedom come to those who receive and obey the truth of God's Word.

We can trust God in our temptations because He is not the cause of them, but is the only cure for overcoming them.

We'd love for you to join us today as Pastor Alan will be delivering an inspiring message based on Luke 3:19-38. We will explore the significance of being centered on Jesus as the foundation for our lives, drawing from his baptism and genealogy. We'll delve into the powerful truths of how Jesus' life and ministry are perfectly aligned with God's plan, and how we, too, are called to center our lives on Him. 

When trials come, we can joyfully trust God to give us what we need because He is good and is using them to make us more like Jesus.

We are excited to invite you to join us this Sunday as Pastor Alan shares a powerful message from Luke 3:1-18. Pastor Alan will explore the preaching of John the Baptist, focusing on how repentance and prayer serve as keys to preparing our hearts for Jesus to work in our lives. Through this message, we'll be reminded that true revival begins when we align ourselves with God's call for renewal.

When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright speaks blessing and Susie prays over listener requests about marriage, health, addiction, church relationships, and many more topics. Pastor Wrights book is “The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love.”  *Originally aired September 24, 2024* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Join us for a special Christmas Eve message from Pastor Alan, celebrating 35 years of sharing the good news of Christmas! This year, the focus is on the kids—and the young at heart—as we explore the simple, yet profound truth of Christmas: Immanuel—God is with us.Through stories, scripture, and a little imagination, discover how Jesus came near to us, bringing His love and presence into every moment of our lives. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.orgFor Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/Christ Community Church – Greeley, CO

The message of Christmas is that Jesus became a human to save humanity by defeating the devil and delivering us from the fear of death.

When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright speaks blessing and Susie prays over listener requests about marriage, health, addiction, church relationships, and many more topics. Pastor Wrights book is “The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love.”  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Ultimately, Christmas means that God keeps His promises. In Hebrews 8, we see that there were old promises we could not keep, and there are new promises that we cannot beat found in Jesus.

In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Alan urges us not to let the "familiar you" hold back the "future you." Don't let the comfort of the familiar stop you from stepping into all that God has for you to do and become. This message will ignite your faith and inspire you to embrace growth and transformation.

In this episode, we dive into the challenging yet transformative message from James 1:2-4. Pain and trials are universal experiences, but James invites us to see them not as barriers to growth but as tools in God's hands. This message explores how the trials we endure can produce perseverance, deepen our faith, and ultimately shape us into people of maturity and wisdom.Drawing from real-life stories and biblical insights, we discuss the countercultural idea of considering it pure joy when faced with hardship. What does it mean to trust God's purposes in the middle of pain? How can we lean into His promise of wisdom when we feel lost or overwhelmed?Join us as we uncover the hidden blessings that come through perseverance and learn to see pain not as an end, but as part of the progress God is making in and through us. Whether you're in a season of difficulty or want to prepare your heart for future challenges, this message offers hope, encouragement, and practical steps to grow in faith.About our Speaker, Pastor Alan Hannah:For the past 25 years, Alan Hannah has served the local church in full time ministry. He has spent the majority of that time as a pastor at three different churches in Virginia, Texas, and Pennsylvania, where he currently resides. Many of those years in ministry were dedicated to Worship Arts where Alan was known as an anointed worship leader capable of leading multi-ethnic and multi-generational congregations. He invested much of his energy into raising the bar of authenticity and excellence, leadership, and developing worship artists and creatives.In 2014, God began preparing Alan for a transition into the role of lead pastor. Teaching and preaching were gifts God was developing and stirring in his heart, along with a passion for creating healthy, and empowered church teams. He completed a Master of Divinity from Liberty University Theological Seminary, and in January of 2020, was hired as the next Lead Pastor at Allegheny Center Alliance Church on the North Side of Pittsburgh, PA.Alan completed his undergraduate work at Oral Roberts University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational & Interpersonal Communication with a minor in TV & Radio. This is also where he met his wife Tara. They have two children, Alex and Kadyn. Alan is an avid sports fan who roots for his hometown Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins. He loves to read, write, and share thoughts on his personal blog www.radiantmess.com. In the summer months, you'll find him trying to squeeze in a round of golf, one of his other passions.

Sermon for November 10, 2024 | Preaching text: Mark 12:38-44

Proclaiming God's Word isn't always comfortable, but He is with us. Listen as Pastor Alan shares how witness impacts others, and how God brings deliverance even in darkness and bondage.Scriptures ReferencedActs 5:41-42, 16:16-34Key InsightsSometimes we're “in” it but He's with us.Doing the work of the Lord and proclaiming His Word will create a stir.Only the light of God can pierce the darkness.God didn't forsake Jesus and He hasn't forsaken you.Your witness affects people.God can bring salvation in the midst of death, deliverance in the midst of bondage.About SpringhouseIf you're looking for a church in Smyrna, TN that is focused on Loving Big, Living Truth, and Healthy Family, we'd love to connect with you. We are home to a vibrant children's ministry, powerful middle school and youth ministries, and incredible ministries for men and women of all ages. Our local and global outreaches include partnerships with missionaries in the US and abroad, Isaiah 117 House, local retirement communities, and more. Additionally, we are home to Springhouse Theatre, an award-winning theatre in the Nashville area. Through the theatre, we serve both the greater Nashville theatre community, and thousands of patrons each year, and we are expanding our vision to impact the culture through the arts into additional mediums and through an expanding network of relationships.We would love it if you would consider joining us in person for one of our Sunday gatherings.Additional Resources Follow the podcast to listen on the goTithes & OfferingsJoin our livestreamChurch websiteDownload the church appGathering TimesSundays, 9:00 AMSundays, 10:30 AMContact InfoSpringhouse Church14119 Old Nashville HighwaySmyrna TN 37167615-459-3421 CCLI License 2070006

What It Means To Honor | Pastor Alan Mushegan Jr

When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright speaks blessing and Susie prays over listener requests about marriage, health, addiction, church relationships, and many more topics. Pastor Wrights book is “The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love.” Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

As believers, we know what we have in the Holy Bible is God's very words. In episodes 100 to 102 of The Postscript, Dean of Living Faith Bible Institute Alan Shelby addressed the doctrines of Scripture like inerrancy, inspiration, preservation, translation and transmission. On today's show Provost of LFBI Brandon Briscoe has invited Pastor Alan back onto the show to discuss the related topic of Bible canonization. We answer questions like - How can we know our Bible is complete? How can we know the Bible is not missing any books? What about the apocryphal books? Do we need to constantly revise our understanding of the Bible?Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In this powerful message, Pastor Alan continues the "Confident" series, exploring the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 18. Focusing on Elijah's persistent prayer for rain, Pastor Alan shares three key insights that can transform our own prayer lives: engaging our imagination in prayer, embracing humility, and persevering with childlike trust. Through Elijah's example, we learn how to align our hearts with God's purposes and partner with Him in bringing His kingdom to earth.For prayer, giving, and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.orgDiscussion Guide: https://www.cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-9-14-15-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdfDigital NL:https://mailchi.mp/cccgreeley/weekly-digital-newsletter-16045390Title: Foundations Kicks Off THIS Sunday

This sermon from Pastor Alan delves into the life of the prophet Elijah, focusing on how he navigated suffering and how we can apply these lessons to our own lives. Pastor Alan examines 1 Kings 17, where Elijah encounters a widow whose son falls gravely ill. The message emphasizes three crucial responses to suffering: bringing our unfiltered emotions to God, praying boldly for His intervention, and trusting deeply in His sovereignty, even when the answers are not what we hope for. For prayer, giving, and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.orgDiscussion Guide: https://www.cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-8-24-25-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdfWelcoming Back Our College Students This Weekend!❤️: https://mailchi.mp/cccgreeley/weekly-digital-newsletter-685581Christ Community Church – Greeley, CO

When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright shares from his book, “The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love.” Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

In this powerful message, Pastor Alan Kraft continues the series on the life of Elijah, focusing on God's heart for both His people and the world. Pastor Alan explores how Elijah was called to move toward those far from God, illustrating God's desire for all people to know Him. Drawing from 1 Kings 17 and the story of Elijah's encounter with the widow in Sidon, the sermon challenges us to embrace God's mission by stepping out of our comfort zones and connecting with others in humility and love. This message invites us to see the world through God's eyes and to follow His leading in our everyday lives.For prayer, giving, and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.orgDiscussion Guide: https://www.cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-8-17-18-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdfOur Incoming Kindergarteners Step Up to CCKids This Weekend!

When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright shares from his book, “The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love.” Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright shares from his book, “The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love.” Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here