Pillar Church Podcast

Tom Lane, an influential father and advocate for positive parenting, shares insights on the profound generational impact of fatherhood. He discusses how a father shapes his children's perception of God and authority through active engagement. Lane emphasizes the importance of attitude correction and servant leadership in nurturing respect and discipline. Personal stories illustrate the journey of teaching responsibility and decision-making. Ultimately, he encourages men to embrace their role as transformative figures within their families.

Becoming a disciple of Jesus means walking in and practicing the way of Jesus. But the journey of a disciple which leads to life, requires you to go down a road that feels like death. It’s not for the faint of heart. So how do we get to a place of discipline? What practices must we put in place? And how do we remain faithful through it all?

Did you know that God can still speak to you and through you? He speaks in several ways, but one of the biggest ways is through the gift of prophecy — but prophecy is often misunderstood. Why do so many have concern over prophecy? Why are people offended by prophecy? And why would people ever NOT want a prophetic word?

Discover the intriguing practice of praying in tongues and its spiritual significance. Explore biblical foundations and the transformative power it holds in deepening your relationship with God. Uncover personal stories that illustrate intimacy with the Holy Spirit and the challenges many face in embracing this practice. Learn how praying in tongues can serve as a vital communication tool, especially in times of uncertainty, and how it empowers believers to align with divine will.

It was one of Jesus' primary messages on Earth --- "Repent of your sins and turn to God, for the kingdom of Heaven is near." --- but how are we actually living with a day-to-day urgency of this truth? What if we embraced the same heart that Jesus had towards those around Him? And how can we embrace a spirit of boldness to live out the calling that Jesus places on each and every believer in Him?

The Israelites experienced it. Jesus experienced it. You, either have or will, experience it. Although never easy, wilderness seasons are necessary. It's in the wilderness seasons of life that God shapes us in to the person that He desires us to be. But what perspective can we keep in the wilderness? What can we learn there? And what can happen if we use it to actually carry us into what God desires of us next?

When you think of the Holy Spirit, do you think of Him as a friend? The fact is, whether you do or not, that is His ultimate desire. But how can we reframe our thinking to see Him that way? Why does He even want to be a friend? And what does it look like when we put our full trust in His direction for our lives?

Are you under a weight? Weight is heavy. Weight is a burden. Weight can be crushing. But, it’s amazing how much weight can be lifted when we lift it up in prayer. This week, we take intentional time to pray over fours “weights” in life — the weight of worry, the weight of waiting, the weight of someone you love & the weight of wrestling.

Preston Morrison, an expert in spirituality, discusses the sensitivity of the Holy Spirit and the concept of quenching Him. The podcast explores the importance of partnering with the Holy Spirit in everyday life and utilizing His gifts. It also delves into how believers can please or grieve the Holy Spirit through their actions, emphasizing the need for repentance and seeking continuous cleansing.

As believers, we are called to live as dedicated disciples of Jesus. But what does that look like? How do we move to a mindset of comfort to a mindset of growth? This week, Brent Hatchett brings a message calling the believer into a life from just coming to church to becoming the church.