Podcasts about pastor dave

The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches, honor, and life.

In a world where politics often shapes our identity, Jesus offers something far greater—a Kingdom that will never fail. In The King's Call on My Allegiance (Luke 20:20–26), discover why King Jesus deserves our ultimate loyalty.

What if the very thing that disqualifies you in the world's eyes is exactly what qualifies you in God's? Pastor Dave opens 1 Corinthians 1:26-29 with a bold, liberating truth: God has never once recruited from the ranks of the polished, the powerful, or the self-righteous. He deliberately chooses the foolish, the weak, the unknown, and the despised—not despite their brokenness, but because of their surrendered hearts. Pastor Dave points to Paul—a man who murdered Christians, held the coats of Stephen's killers—and asks the stunning question: if God chose *him* to write most of the New Testament and deliver the gospel to the Gentiles, what excuse do any of us have left? With raw, unfiltered passion, Pastor Dave dismantles the lie that shame, guilt, or a scarred past can disqualify you from your God-given destiny. The real barrier isn't your history—it's the pride that refuses to look foolish for God, the heart that won't submit, and the guilt the enemy uses as a leash. Today is your reset. Lift your hands, surrender your excuses, and let God write the next chapter—because your destiny is still your destiny.1 Corinthians 1:26-29For you see your calling, brethren, that not many wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called. 27 But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty; 28 and the base things of the world and the things which are despised God has chosen, and the things which are not, to bring to nothing the things that are, 29 that no flesh should glory in His presence.

The Last Invitation - John 13 21-30 - Pastor Dave Kiehn

We must stay alert and vigilant, waiting for our Master to return. Learn more in this message from Mark 13, verses 14–37.

Pastor Dave and Minister Michelle explore why love has to be action, not just feeling, and why we can get so stuck overthinking how to love that we forget to actually do it.

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Romans chapter 5 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

The worry underneath 2 Timothy 3:14-17 is simple: if the Bible came through people, and people fail us, how can the book be trusted? Paul answers by pointing straight at the people. Look at the lives, he tells Timothy, mine, your grandmother's, your mother's, and trace what actually blessed you. Every part of their lives worth imitating is the part that followed Scripture, and every part that hurt you is the part that disobeyed it. The failures of people don't discredit the Word; they prove it told the truth about us. The deeper reason the Word holds is that it never belonged to man in the first place. All Scripture is breathed out by God, carried through human writers the way the Word became flesh without ceasing to be God, and the same sovereign God who numbers hairs kept watch over its transmission, which is why the manuscripts, the scrolls, and the historical details keep holding up under testing. So the one who has been burned by church people isn't asked to trust people again. They're asked to remain in the Word that saved them, the Word that proves reliable in their own life every time they build on it, and that is still able to make them wise for salvation and complete for every good work.

Pastor Dave's Sermon from 7/12/26:  "The Way of Love: let us love not in word or speech but in deed and truth." Scripture Reading: 1 John 4:7-16

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Romans chapter 4 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus as King? If you've ever wrestled with control, purpose, or what it truly means to follow Christ, this gospel-centered message will challenge your heart and deepen your understanding of King Jesus.

In Jonah 3:1–10, Pastor Dave Hentschel shows how the God of second chances sends His Word again, brings an entire city to repentance, and responds with extraordinary mercy. After Jonah's failure, God calls him back to the mission, and through one reluctant prophet's simple message, the people of Nineveh—from the king to the least—believe God, humble themselves, and turn from their violence. This passage reminds us that no sinner is beyond God's reach, no failure is greater than His grace, and no person in our lives should be written off as hopeless. Receive God's mercy, obey His call, and carry the good news of the God of second chances to others.

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Romans chapter 3 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

Sermons from Gold Ave Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan

How should we follow Christ? Learn more in this message from Mark 13, verses 1–13.

Pastor Dave and Pastor Steve reflect on what Jesus teaches us about leadership, humility, and seeing the dignity in every person. They explore how simple acts of service can reveal God's love and transform our relationships.

For eleven weeks we've followed David's rise from humble shepherd to Israel's greatest king—but in 2 Samuel 11, everything changes. In this message, we examine David's affair with Bathsheba, his attempt to cover up his sin, and the devastating consequences that followed. More importantly, we discover that moral failure rarely happens overnight; it's often the result of a slow drift away from God's ways. This Bible study offers a sobering warning about unchecked lust, the dangers that often accompany success, and the importance of guarding our hearts long before temptation arrives. While David's story exposes the destructive power of sin, it also reminds us that repentance and redemption are still available to those who turn back to God.

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Romans chapter 2 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

Your hope is not held up by how well you can argue for it; it is held up by the risen Christ, which frees you to witness without fear and stand unshaken when it costs you.

What if some of the most important moments of faith happen in the "spaces between"? Mud Rooms are these places "of transition" not completion. These are the places we must cultivate if we are to find God and help others find Him. ALSO, Pastor Dave gives 4 TIPS for navigating the new and unusual waters of Christian Dating. If you aren't already redesigning your "house" while you are in the temporary season of dating, it's time to get started. Remember... No one starts or arrives fully formed. We all begin in the mud. The good news is that Jesus meets us there and leads us home. Key Scriptures: John 9:1-11 Acts 9:1-19 Psalm 40:1-3 2 Corinthians 2:14-17 Joshua 24:15

Thirteen Observations from the Upper Room - John 13 1-20 - Pastor Dave Kiehn

Living a Life Worthy of the Calling Ephesians 4:1–16 | Pastor Dave Brown In Episode 8 of our Ephesians series, Pastor Dave Brown explores the pivotal transition in Paul's letter from theology to practice. After spending the first three chapters describing everything God has done for us in Christ—choosing, adopting, reconciling, and uniting us—Paul now asks a pressing question: How should we live in response to such incredible grace? Drawing from Ephesians 4:1–16 and reflecting on the meaning of freedom during America's 250th year, Pastor Dave contrasts a self-centered view of freedom with a biblical understanding rooted in humility, responsibility, and service. Using the example of George Washington's voluntary surrender of power, he highlights how the greatest expressions of freedom are not found in what we gain for ourselves, but in what we are willing to give away for the good of others. Paul's central challenge is clear: “Live a life worthy of the calling you have received.” As adopted sons and daughters of God and co-heirs with Christ, believers are called to reflect the character of Jesus in their daily lives. Pastor Dave identifies four key themes from this passage that define a life worthy of that calling: Humility – Putting Christ and others before ourselves. Unity – Making every effort to preserve the unity of the Spirit. Responsibility – Using our gifts to serve the body of Christ and our community. Maturity – Growing steadily into the fullness of Christ through faithful obedience. A significant portion of the message focuses on humility, examining how pride subtly manifests in our spiritual lives. Drawing from Augustine's reflections on pride, Pastor Dave challenges listeners to consider how self-centeredness can appear through spiritual complacency, misplaced priorities, religious performance, or an excessive focus on personal comfort and preferences. The sermon also emphasizes that Christian unity is not uniformity. God has gifted every believer differently, and the church reflects His glory best when diverse people work together in love, peace, and mutual service. Paul's call to “make every effort” toward unity remains especially relevant in a culture often marked by division, conflict, and self-interest. Ultimately, spiritual maturity comes through what Eugene Peterson described as “a long obedience in the same direction.” As followers of Christ, we are invited to continually grow in humility, serve one another faithfully, speak truth in love, and become living testimonies of God's kingdom on earth. The message concludes with corporate confession and Holy Communion, reminding believers that humility, unity, responsibility, and maturity are not merely ideas to discuss—they are practices to embrace as we gather around Christ's table and are sent back into the world as His people. Scripture: Ephesians 4:1–16 Key Theme: Living out our freedom in Christ through humility, unity, responsibility, and spiritual maturity.  

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Join us this Sunday as Pastor Dave talks through John 8 and how a community on mission loves mercy. Loves it.

As David remembers his covenant with Jonathan, he searches for someone to show kindness to—and finds Mephibosheth, a broken man living in a barren place. In this message from 2 Samuel 9, we discover the powerful meaning of "hesed"—God's faithful, covenant love—and see how David's kindness points us to the greater kindness of King Jesus. This isn't just an inspiring story of compassion; it's a picture of the Gospel, reminding us that we are welcomed into God's family, restored to our inheritance, and invited to the King's table, not because we've earned it, but because of His unfailing love and grace.

When the two sides demand you pick one, Jesus refuses both and runs a different test on the coin in your hand, render Caesar the metal that bears his image and refuse him your neighbor, your enemy, and yourself, who bear God's.

In Jonah 1:3–16, Pastor Dave Hentschel shows what happens when God's people run from his voice and resist his mission. Jonah's rebellion takes him down into danger, but God lovingly disrupts, exposes, and calls him to surrender—not to destroy him, but to bring him back. This message reminds us that God's discipline is mercy, that sin is costly, and that Jesus is the greater Jonah who entered the storm of judgment so we could receive grace. Stop running from God, surrender to him, and join his mission.

What if money has been quietly ruling your life—not as a servant, but as a master? Pastor Dave reveals three powerful truths about why Jesus talked about money as much as He talked about eternity: it demonstrates God's power, exposes our hearts, and reveals what He can trust us with. Just as Jesus directed Peter to find provision inside a fish's mouth, God already knows where your breakthrough is—He just needs your faith to go fishing. If you're tired of financial stress and ready for alignment, don't miss this message.Ecclesiastes 10:19 A feast is made for laughter,And wine makes merry; But money answers everything.Matthew 17:24-27 24 When they had come to Capernaum, those who received the temple tax came to Peter and said, “Does your Teacher not pay the temple tax?” 25 He said, “Yes.” And when he had come into the house, Jesus anticipated him, saying, “What do you think, Simon? From whom do the kings of the earth take customs or taxes, from their sons or from strangers?” 26 Peter said to Him, “From strangers.” Jesus said to him, “Then the sons are free. 27 Nevertheless, lest we offend them, go to the sea, cast in a hook, and take the fish that comes up first. And when you have opened its mouth, you will find a piece of money; take that and give it to them for Me and you.”Matthew 19:16-22 Now behold, one came and said to Him, “Good Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may have eternal life?” 17 So He said to him, “Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. But if you want to enter into life, keep the commandments.” 18 He said to Him, “Which ones?” Jesus said, “‘You shall not murder,' ‘You shall not commit adultery,' ‘You shall not steal,' ‘You shall not bear false witness,' 19 ‘Honor your father and your mother,' and, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' ” 20 The young man said to Him, “All these things I have kept from my youth. What do I still lack?” 21 Jesus said to him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me.” 22 But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions.  Luke 16:10-13 He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much; and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much. 11 Therefore if you have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches? 12 And if you have not been faithful in what is another man's, who will give you what is your own?13 “No servant can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.”

The Anatomy of an Unbelieveing Heart - John 12 37-50 - Pastor Dave Kiehn

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Romans chapter 1 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Acts chapter 28 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

The desire to be rich is not a money problem but a soul problem, because money cannot deliver the security and contentment we secretly ask it to guarantee, and only a life lived before the face of God can carry wealth without being pierced by it.

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Acts chapter 27 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Acts chapter 26 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

Pastor Dave, Pastor Steve, and Minister Michelle discuss the many small ways God uses us in the lives of others. Whether planting seeds, offering encouragement, or simply showing up, we are invited to participate in God's work without needing to control the outcome.

Welcome to Time in the Word, a Bible teaching ministry of A Love Outreach. In this episode, Pastor Dave will walk us through Acts chapter 25 with a practical, verse-by-verse reading and discussion. This is a simple Spirit-led time in God's Word—reading the Scriptures and pausing along the way to reflect, explain, and apply what we see. Whether you are new to the Bible or have walked with the Lord for years, our prayer is that this time in the Word would draw you closer to Jesus, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of His truth.

In one of the most unusual and debated passages in all of Scripture, Saul seeks guidance from a medium after years of rejecting God's voice. As fear and desperation drive him to consult the dead, we discover the tragic consequences of looking for direction anywhere but the Lord. This message explores 1 Samuel 28, the dangers of occult and counterfeit spiritual practices, and God's desire for His children to be led by the Holy Spirit rather than superstition, fear, or human intermediaries. Through Saul's failure and David's example, we're reminded that because of Jesus, we can come boldly to God ourselves and find the guidance, peace, and fellowship our hearts were created for.

In this Father's Day message, Show Us the Father, we discover how Jesus reveals the true heart of God and brings healing to the wounds left by absent, harsh, disengaged, performance-driven, or inconsistent fathers. Through John 14:8–10 and other key Scriptures, learn how your Heavenly Father is present, compassionate, attentive, delighted in you, and completely dependable.

What does it mean to have a "guest room" in your life? In this message from our Jesus, My Interior Designer series, we explore how Jesus invites us to create space for others through hospitality, generosity, and what Pastor Dave calls "temporary adoption." Looking at the stories of the Shunammite woman, the Good Samaritan, and examples from our own community, we discover that the guest room is more than a physical space. It's a posture of making room in our calendars, homes, budgets, and hearts for others to experience the grace of God. Whether through opening our homes, walking alongside someone in a season of need, or creating margin in our lives for meaningful relationships, God desires to use us to help foster people into His forever family.

What if everything you've ever done, every word you've ever spoken, and every choice you've ever made has been quietly revealing who your true Father is? On this Father's Day, Pastor Dave opened John 8 with a question that cut straight to the heart: *"Who's your daddy?"* Drawing from Jesus' bold confrontation with the Pharisees, Pastor Dave revealed that your life is a mirror—reflecting whoever calls the shots in your soul. Just like squeezing an orange produces orange juice, whatever is truly inside you will pour out under pressure. Pastor Dave's unique gift is his raw, unfiltered transparency—sharing his own journey of not knowing his biological father until age 11, and losing him at 17—to remind every person that a perfect heavenly Father is always present, always reaching. Whether you're wounded by an absent dad, drowning in addiction, or simply going through the motions of faith, God is not finished with your story. He heard you, He taught you, He *sent* you—and He's waiting for you to step into that calling. Don't leave unchanged. Lean into His presence, surrender what's holding you back, and discover once and for all that your heavenly Father has never stopped pursuing you.John 8:25 Then they said to Him, “Who are You?”And Jesus said to them, “Just what I have been saying to you from the beginning. 26 I have many things to say and to judge concerning you, but He who sent Me is true; and I speak to the world those things which I heard from Him.”27 They did not understand that He spoke to them of the Father.28 Then Jesus said to them, “When you lift up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am He, and that I do nothing of Myself; but as My Father taught Me, I speak these things. 29 And He who sent Me is with Me. The Father has not left Me alone, for I always do those things that please Him.”Vs 44 You are of your father the devil, and the desires of your father you want to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own resources, for he is a liar and the father of it.Vs 59 Then they took up stones to throw at Him; but Jesus hid Himself and went out of the temple, going through the midst of them, and so passed by.Vs 26 I have many things to say and to judge concerning you, but He who sent Me is true; and I speak to the world those things which I heard from Him.”Vs 28 Then Jesus said to them, “When you lift up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am He, and that I do nothing of Myself; but as My Father taught Me, I speak these things.Vs 29 And He who sent Me is with Me. The Father has not left Me alone, for I always do those things that please Him.”Vs 38 I speak what I have seen with My Father, and you do what you have seen with your father.”

The Fathers Delight - John 12 20-36 - Pastor Dave Kiehn

Pastor Dave and Minister Michelle discuss the transformative power of God's love.

In 1 Samuel 25, David finds himself at a crossroads between wisdom and foolishness. Grieving the loss of Samuel and wounded by Nabal's insults, David is ready to take revenge into his own hands—until God uses the wisdom, humility, and courage of Abigail to stop him from making a devastating mistake. In this message, The Fool and the King, we discover that the same battle exists within each of us. Will we live according to the flesh, driven by anger, pride, and offense? Or will we surrender to the Spirit and choose humility, peace, and wisdom? Join us as we explore how God uses His people to speak truth into our lives and call out the kingly character He is forming within us.

We tell ourselves our restlessness about the future is just responsibility, just wanting to honor God with our lives. But trace it down far enough and you hit the garden. The serpent's promise was "you will be like God, knowing" and Adam and Eve grabbed for it while already walking with God in unbroken nearness. They traded His face for His mind, the relationship for the information, and we do the exact same thing every time we lie awake trying to decode His hidden plan instead of drawing near to the God who is right there speaking. The cruel irony is that the more frantically we reach for the map, the more we miss the Mapmaker, who never promised to show you year ten but did promise to be with you in hour one. So here is the concrete thing: name the decision you are white-knuckling right now, the job, the move, the relationship, and physically put it down for one day. Stop asking God to remove the risk. Open His Word, get on your knees, and ask Him instead to make you near. Win today. Your Father already knows tomorrow, and He is for you in it.

What if you're more upset by God's mercy toward others than grateful for His mercy toward you? Pastor Dave reveals how Jonah—despite being rescued by God's whale-sized grace—still pouted when enemies received forgiveness instead of judgment. Through dramatic modern whale encounters and sobering global statistics, Dave challenges us to examine our own hearts: are we celebrating when people repent, or secretly hoping God will "get them"? This convicting message exposes how spiritual seniority doesn't equal spiritual maturity and calls us to break the cycle of offense. Don't miss this chance to let the whale spit you back where God wants you—free from bitterness and ready for His purposes!4 But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he became angry. 2 So he prayed to the Lord, and said, “Ah, Lord, was not this what I said when I was still in my country? Therefore I fled previously to Tarshish; for I know that You are a gracious and merciful God, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, One who relents from doing harm. 3 Therefore now, O Lord, please take my life from me, for it is better for me to die than to live!”4 Then the Lord said, “Is it right for you to be angry?”5 So Jonah went out of the city and sat on the east side of the city. There he made himself a shelter and sat under it in the shade, till he might see what would become of the city. 6 And the Lord God prepared a plant and made it come up over Jonah, that it might be shade for his head to deliver him from his misery. So Jonah was very grateful for the plant. 7 But as morning dawned the next day God prepared a worm, and it so damaged the plant that it withered. 8 And it happened, when the sun arose, that God prepared a vehement east wind; and the sun beat on Jonah's head, so that he grew faint. Then he wished death for himself, and said, “It is better for me to die than to live.”9 Then God said to Jonah, “Is it right for you to be angry about the plant?”And he said, “It is right for me to be angry, even to death!”10 But the Lord said, “You have had pity on the plant for which you have not labored, nor made it grow, which came up in a night and perished in a night. 11 And should I not pity Nineveh, that great city, in which are more than one hundred and twenty thousand persons who cannot discern between their right hand and their left—and much livestock?”

David had every reason to get even. Hunted by King Saul, hiding in a cave, and finally given what looked like the perfect opportunity to end his suffering, David chose a different path. In this message from 1 Samuel 24, we explore what it means to honor imperfect people, resist the pull of revenge, trust God with justice, and discover the peace that comes from leaving vengeance at the foot of the cross. Because sometimes the greatest victories aren't won by striking back—they're won by choosing honor.

Welcome to Week 4 of our "One Marriage" series with Pastor Dave Mudd. In this message, we explore the ultimate question behind relationships: Why did God bring you and your spouse together in the first place? While modern culture insists that marriage exists primarily for personal fulfillment and your individual happiness, the truth of scripture reveals that God designed marriage for something far greater—kingdom advancement.Drawing from the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20, Pastor Dave challenges us to shift our target from simply achieving a "good marriage" to making a real kingdom impact. Together, a husband and wife possess a supernatural synergy that allows them to accomplish exponentially more for God than they ever could alone. Whether you are married, single, or navigating a new season of life, this message will help you stop focusing inward and start looking outward. Learn how to transform your home into a ministry, view your resources through the lens of kingdom priorities, and build a lasting faith legacy that changes eternity.KEY TAKEAWAYS:- Marriage is Bigger Than You: God did not create marriage as an end in itself, but as a vehicle to accomplish His will.- The Danger of Distraction: The enemy's goal isn't just divorce; he is often satisfied with neutralizing a marriage through distraction.- Supernatural Synergy: Scripture shows that while one person can slay a thousand, two can slay ten thousand when united in Christ.- Shifting the Target: A successful marriage is measured by its eternal influence, not just its longevity.- Putting Mission into Practice: Discover how to raise disciples instead of trophies and view your home as a ministry hub.

What kind of world are our words creating? In Week 9 of the TEN series, we explore how lies, gossip, exaggeration, and deception quietly fracture trust, damage relationships, and keep people hidden. But Jesus shows us a better way — a life shaped by truth, grace, healing, and authentic connection. Discover how THE TRUTH transforms not just what we say, but who we become.

What if you discovered that God never gives up—even when you've run from Him countless times? Pastor Dave powerfully unpacks Jonah chapter 3, revealing how "the word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time," demonstrating God's relentless pursuit of our hearts. After Jonah's whale experience taught him that prayer changes everything while complaining changes nothing, he finally listened and obeyed God's call to preach to Nineveh. Dave challenges us with a convicting truth: if people who know you best don't even realize you're a Christian, is Jesus really in your life? He calls out our tendency to gossip about church problems while never sharing the gospel, reminding us that 83% of Americans don't walk with God—your coworkers, neighbors, and friends need to hear the good news. When Jonah finally preached God's message, an entire city repented, from commoners to the king himself, and God relented from judgment. This same merciful God offers you another chance today, no matter how many times you've failed or run. Don't let this moment pass—step out of your seat, surrender your heart, and watch God transform your story from the inside out.JONAH 3:1-10 Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying,2 “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and preach to it the message that I tell you.”3 So Jonah arose and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the Lord. Now Nineveh was an exceedingly great city, a three-day journey in extent.4 And Jonah began to enter the city on the first day's walk. Then he cried out and said, “Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown!”5 So the people of Nineveh believed God, proclaimed a fast, and put on sackcloth, from the greatest to the least of them.6 Then word came to the king of Nineveh; and he arose from his throne and laid aside his robe, covered himself with sackcloth and sat in ashes.7 And he caused it to be proclaimed and published throughout Nineveh by the decree of the king and his nobles, saying, Let neither man nor beast, herd nor flock, taste anything; do not let them eat, or drink water.8 But let man and beast be covered with sackcloth, and cry mightily to God; yes, let every one turn from his evil way and from the violence that is in his hands.9 Who can tell if God will turn and relent, and turn away from His fierce anger, so that we may not perish?10 Then God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God relented from the disaster that He had said He would bring upon them, and He did not do it.

What happens when a pastor encounters the werewolf legends rooted in real spiritual warfare?In this episode, Tony sits down with Pastor Dave Bryan, from The Church of Glad Tidings in California, for a mind-bending conversation about deliverance, demonic oppression, and the supernatural realities many churches refuse to confront. Dave shares the chilling story of an Ivy League professor who claimed a witchcraft ritual invited a werewolf spirit into his life. What began as a teaching on Nebuchadnezzar's beastly transformation became a private deliverance encounter that Dave says changed the man's life. They also discuss spiritual warfare, the unseen realm, and why Western Christianity often struggles to believe the Bible's strangest stories. This episode pulls back the curtain on a world where darkness is real, but the authority of Jesus Christ is greater.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