In this episode of the AL Pastor Podcast, we explore John 16:16-33, where Jesus prepares His disciples for the trials ahead. Jesus speaks of His impending death, resurrection, and return to the Father, but also promises His followers a new relationship with God marked by peace, joy, and direct access to the Father through prayer in His name. We dive into the disciples’ confusion, their growing faith, and how Jesus’ words of comfort and encouragement apply to us today. Discover how Jesus transfor...

My email: pastorbrianoverturf@gmail.com In this episode of the AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian dives into John 16:5-15, exploring the profound roles of the Holy Spirit as outlined by Jesus. Using insights from the Life Application New Testament Commentary, we journey through five critical tasks of the Holy Spirit: convicting the world of sin, revealing God’s righteousness, demonstrating Christ's judgment over Satan, guiding believers into all truth, and revealing more about Jesus Christ. Discov...

My email: pastorbrianoverturf@gmail.com In this episode of the AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian begins an insightful journey through John 16, taking a step back to wrap up the discourse on the Holy Spirit from John 15. Broadcasting from a serene cabin in the woods, Pastor Brian unpacks the multifaceted role of the Holy Spirit in our lives, emphasizing His presence as our Helper, Counselor, and Advocate during times of opposition and persecution. This episode dives deep into the importance of und...

My email if you have any questions of comments is pastorbrianoverturf@gmail.com The show notes can be downloaded here - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b0fkuNaXcfaCGJ39CoZMsBlnoAwQgR4S/view?usp=share_link In today’s episode, we explore the biblical term Paraklētos, which refers to the Holy Spirit in the Gospel of John and to Jesus in 1 John. This term is rich with meaning, denoting a comforter, advocate, and guide who stands with believers. Understanding Paraklētos helps us see the depth of G...

Show Notes: We’re in the final stretch of our series in the Gospel of John, with just five weeks left. In this episode, we focus on preparing to abide in John 16, where Jesus shares His final words with His disciples before His arrest. Today, we’re exploring five practical steps to help you engage deeply with the text. Episode Highlights: ​1. Live and Abide in John 16 – Listen to the Word daily, morning and evening. It takes just six minutes to hear the chapter—time well spent allowing the Holy...

I apologize for the sound quality! In today's Episode we close out John 15 with some personal reflections. My prayer is that you will allow God's word to transform your hearts. 1. Are You Truly Connected to the True Vine? (John 15:1-2) 2. What Kind of Fruit is Your Life Bearing? (John 15:4-5) 3. How is God Pruning You? (John 15:2-3) 4. Are You Remaining in His Love? (John 15:9-10) 5. Do You Love Others as Christ Has Loved You? (John 15:12-13) 6. Are You Ready to Endure, Even in the Face of the W...

Join Pastor Brian as he continues the exploration of Jesus' teachings on abiding in love and obedience. This episode unpacks the profound relationship between obedience to God's commandments and living in His love, emphasizing the call to bear fruit that glorifies God. Discover the richness of Jesus' words on the true vine, and how believers can deepen their connection to Him through love, joy, and obedience. We will reflect on the transformative power of abiding in Jesus and the impact it has o...

En este episodio del Podcast AL Pastor, el Pastor Brian se sumerge profundamente en el capítulo 15 de Juan, explorando la enseñanza de Jesús sobre la vid verdadera y el significado de permanecer en Él para dar mucho fruto. Usando el Life Application New Testament Commentary, el pastor Brian ofrece ideas sobre cómo podemos seguir siendo discípulos fieles viviendo una vida fructífera. También reflexiona sobre la importancia de la disciplina de Dios, el proceso de la poda y cómo podemos glorificar ...

In this episode of the AL Pastor Podcast, Pastor Brian dives deep into John Chapter 15, exploring Jesus’ teaching on the true vine and the significance of abiding in Him to bear much fruit. Using the Life Application New Testament Commentary, Pastor Brian offers insights into how we can remain faithful disciples by living a fruitful life. He also reflects on the importance of God's discipline, the process of pruning, and how we can glorify God through our obedience. Join us as we walk verse by v...

In this episode, Pastor Brian walks through John chapter 13, focusing on the profound lesson of Jesus washing His disciples' feet. Explore the symbolic act of humility and service, its cultural implications, and its deeper connection to Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. Join us as we unpack the significance of this moment, understanding how it challenges traditional views of leadership and service, and what it truly means to love others as Jesus loved. (00:23) Introduction to John 13 and the theme...

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Welcome to our deep dive into one of the most pivotal moments in the New Testament: the call of Peter in Matthew 4:18-22. In this video, we explore the profound moment when Jesus calls Simon Peter and his brother Andrew to become "fishers of men." What We Cover: The Setting: We start by setting the scene at the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus first encounters Peter and Andrew. The Significance: We delve into why this moment is a cornerstone in Christian teachings, marking the beginning of Jesus' ...

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The very persistence of Moses in prayer, which aroused the anger of the Lord, was nevertheless one of his greatest gifts; it was his dogged faith and persistence that had finally brought the Israelites to the plains of Moab. So the request made by Moses was probably not in itself illegitimate. But there is a sense in which the great vision of Moses had slightly lost its focus. The vision of the promise had become a consuming passion to set foot in the land, but the vision had slipped from the Lo...