Feb. 16, 2025

#252 - You can’t fight against God and win – Acts 5:34-42

In this episode of the AL Pastor Podcast, we explore a pivotal moment in the early Church when the apostles stand trial before the Sanhedrin once again. Just as their fate seems sealed, a Pharisee named Gamaliel steps in with unexpected advice: if this movement is from God, nothing can…

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Feb. 14, 2025

#251 - When Religion Fights Revival – Acts 5:17-33

As the early Church grows, so does the opposition. In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian unpacks Acts 5:17-33, where jealousy and fear drive the religious elite to imprison the apostles in a desperate attempt to suppress the gospel. The Sadducees, filled with envy, publicly arrest all…

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Feb. 13, 2025

#250 - Church Growth Without Holiness? The Early Church Wouldn’t Recognize Us - Acts 5.11-16

In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian confronts a hard truth—modern church growth strategies often prioritize numbers over holiness, comfort over conviction, and popularity over purity. But Acts 5:11-16 tells a different story. After the shocking deaths of Ananias and Sapphira, great fear came upon the Church,…

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Feb. 13, 2025

#249 - The Price of Pretending- Ananias and Sapphira’s Tragic End - Acts 5.1-10

In this episode, we explore Acts 5:1-10, the sobering account of Ananias and Sapphira, who lied about their offering and faced immediate judgment from God. Their deception wasn’t about the amount they gave but about pretending to be more generous than they truly were. Peter, through the Holy Spirit, exposed…

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Feb. 11, 2025

#248 - A Tale of Two Temples: The Church as God's True Dwelling - Acts 4.32-37

PLEASE NOTE! In the podcast I referenced Deuteronomy 14... but it is Chapter 15. Thank you In this episode of Al Pastor, Pastor Brian, joined by Noah, explores the final verses of Acts 4 (verses 32-37). He emphasizes that this passage is crucial for understanding Acts 5, particularly the contrast…

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Feb. 11, 2025

#247 - When the Church Prays: Boldness, Power, and the Holy Spirit - Acts 4.23-31

n this episode of Al Pastor, Pastor Brian continues the series on the Book of Acts, focusing on Acts 4:23-31. He is joined by Noah in the studio for discussion. Pastor Brian begins by acknowledging that he is behind in the community reading plan due to taking extra time to…

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Feb. 6, 2025

#246 - Peter and John Stand Firm Before the Sanhedrin - Acts 4.14-22

In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian and Noah continue their deep dive into Acts 4, covering verses 14-22. The discussion highlights the undeniable power of a transformed life, as the Sanhedrin struggles to silence Peter and John despite the undeniable miracle of a healed man standing…

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Feb. 6, 2025

#245 - Boldness Without Credentials: Peter and John Before the Sanhedrin - Acts 4:13

In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian and guest Noah dive into Acts 4:13-14, exploring the boldness of Peter and John before the religious elites of Israel. Though considered "untrained and uneducated" by the Sanhedrin, the apostles astonished these learned men—not because of a miracle, but because…

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Feb. 4, 2025

#244 - No Other Name: The Bold Witness of Peter and John in Acts 4.5-12

In Acts 4:5–12, Peter and John face the Sanhedrin—the supreme Jewish council in Jerusalem—just a day after their arrest for healing a lame man in the temple. The assembled rulers, elders, scribes, and high priestly family members include influential figures like Annas and Caiaphas. These authorities question the apostles, demanding…

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Feb. 4, 2025

#243 - Unstoppable: The Gospel Cannot Be Chained - Acts 4:1-4

In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast with Brian Overturf, we explore Acts 4:1-4, where Peter and John’s bold proclamation of the risen Christ leads to their sudden arrest by the religious authorities. Drawing from Stanley Horton’s Acts Commentary and the Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament (ZECNT),…

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Feb. 2, 2025

#242 - Acts 3:19-26

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Jan. 30, 2025

#241 - The Power, the Name, and the Call to Repentance - Acts 3:11-19

In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian walks through Acts 3:11-26, where Peter seizes the moment after a miraculous healing to preach the gospel boldly. Joined by Martin, they discuss the profound significance of the healing of the lame man at the temple gate, how it captured…

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Jan. 28, 2025

#240 - From the Outside Looking In: A Picture of Redemption - Acts 3:1-10

In this episode, Pastor Brian and Miguel explore Acts 3:1-10, where Peter and John encounter a lame man at the temple gate called Beautiful. This man, crippled from birth and accustomed to begging, is miraculously healed in the name of Jesus. The discussion highlights the significance of the miracle, the…

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Jan. 26, 2025

#239 - Right on the Edge: Pursuing the Baptism of the Holy Spirit

In this heartfelt episode of Al Pastor, Pastor Brian is joined by Memo to discuss their personal journeys in pursuing the baptism of the Holy Spirit, focusing on the challenges, emotions, and perseverance required. They share humorous and relatable stories, theological insights, and practical encouragement for listeners who are seeking…

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Jan. 24, 2025

#248 - Living Out the Acts 2 Church: Discipleship, Fellowship, and Growth - Acts 2:40-47

In this engaging episode of AL Pastor with Brian Overturf, Pastor Brian is joined by two special guests, Caspian and Noah, as they walk through Acts 2:40-47. Together, they discuss the powerful transformation of the early church, where 3,000 souls were saved and added to the body of Christ on…

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Jan. 24, 2025

#247 - Exalted and Empowered: Peter's Pentecost Message from Acts 2:25-39

In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast, we walk through Acts 2:25-39, where Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, delivers a powerful sermon on the Day of Pentecost. Drawing from Psalms 16 and 110, Peter explains how King David prophesied about the resurrection and exaltation of the Messiah, proving…

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Jan. 23, 2025

#246 - The Prophetic Voice of Pentecost: Acts 2:14-24

In this episode of AL Pastor with Brian Overturf, Pastor Brian, joined by guest Martin, dive into Acts 2:14-24, unpacking Peter's Spirit-empowered sermon at Pentecost. Together, they explore key themes such as the prophetic nature of Peter’s message, the significance of Pentecost, and the profound truths of the Messianic Age.…

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Jan. 20, 2025

#245 - The Pentecost Connection: God's Spirit, Our Witness - Acts 2:1-13

In this episode of Al Pastor with Brian Overturf, Pastor Brian and Martin dive deep into Acts 2:1-13, unpacking the powerful events of Pentecost. They explore the significance of the Holy Spirit's arrival, the symbolism of fire and wind, and how this moment transformed the early Church into God’s new…

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Jan. 16, 2025

#244 - Leadership, Betrayal, and Community - Acts 1:15-26

In this episode of The Al Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian and guest Martin dive deep into Acts 1:15-26, exploring the formation of the new covenant community of God. They discuss Peter's pivotal leadership, the significance of the 120 disciples, and the divine order in replacing Judas with Matthias. The conversation…

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Jan. 15, 2025

#233 - Ascending Glory: Exploring the Ascension of Christ and the Mission of His Disciples - Acts...

In this episode of The Al Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian, joined by his guest Noah, dives into Acts 1:9-14 to explore the ascension of Jesus Christ and its profound theological and practical implications. The discussion touches on the significance of the Mount of Olives, the role of obedience in the…

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Jan. 14, 2025

#232 - Acts in Action: Waiting on the Spirit - Acts 1:4-8

In this episode of Al Pastor, Pastor Brian sits down with special guest Martin Lopez, a newly saved Christian, to discuss Acts 1:4-8. Together, they explore the themes of waiting on the Lord, the power of the Holy Spirit, and the unity of the body of Christ. Martin shares his…

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Jan. 13, 2025

#231 - Kicking Off Acts: The Continuing Mission of Jesus - Acts 1:1-3

In the inaugural episode of 2025, Pastor Brian dives into the book of Acts, joined by his special guest Noah. Together, they unpack the opening verses of Acts 1, exploring themes of discipleship, the continuing work of Jesus through the Holy Spirit, and the significance of historical accuracy in Christianity.…

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Dec. 12, 2024

#230 - 1 John 5:9-21 - Assurance, Idols, and Walking the Walk: Wrapping Up 1 John

In this engaging episode of Al Pastor, Pastor Brian concludes the study of 1 John by diving into chapter 5, verses 9-21. Joined by Noah, they explore profound truths about faith, assurance, and the threefold testimony of Christ's life, death, and resurrection. Pastor Brian unpacks the importance of aligning with…

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Dec. 10, 2024

1 John 5:7, and the Story of the Johannine Comma

Step into the 16th century, a time when the printing press revolutionized the world, transforming the way knowledge was shared and ideas were debated. In this episode of The AL Pastor Podcast, we unravel the mystery of the Johannine Comma in 1 John 5:7—a passage that appears in some Bibles…

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