Nashville Life Church Podcast

The church is more than just a building—it's the establishment of God's Kingdom on Earth. In Part 3 of our series, Pastor Alvin teaches that your dominion has been restored through Jesus Christ! It's time to stop the passivity and start using the authority you've been given to bring Heaven to Earth in your everyday life. This message gives you the scripture and practical examples you need to walk...

In this impactful second installment of The Kingdom of God series, Pastor Alvin cuts straight to the heart of the matter: how humanity swapped its God-given dominion for rebellion—a "sin trade" that forfeited the authority we were created to possess. This exchange had a greater impact than we can imagine, but the good news is that Jesus came to restore our dominion and correct our trajectory on ea...

Pastor Alvin kicks off this new series, The kingdom of God, teaching us the BIG 3 (what, who, and why) of the kingdom and how it pertains to our lives. Part 1, subtitled, "Seek First the Kingdom", is the introduction to the series, asking the major question, "What is the kingdom and what does it have to do with my life?" and "What about the kingdom makes it the first thing we should seek as believ...

Are you ready to move from knowing the Word to doing the Word?   In this episode, Shannon Smith breaks down the practical steps to Walking in the Spirit. This is a learned journey, and it all starts with one crucial action: yielding to the Holy Spirit. Shannon shows us how this active surrender is the key to becoming more like Jesus and living out your faith every day. Discover the difference betw...

Being born again is a priceless gift from God! But what does that new life look like in your daily reality?   In Part 4 of the "You Must Be Born Again" series, Pastor Alvin shares that when our spirits are made alive, we're given a crucial new assignment: to live as ambassadors of Heaven here on earth. This episode breaks down how we learn and demonstrate our new Heavenly identity: Following Jesus...

In Part 3 of the "You Must Be Born Again" series, Pastor Alvin delves into the profound purpose of the new life we receive in Jesus. It's so much more than the joy of acceptance and renewal—it's a vibrant call to action! This episode unpacks four key pillars of this transformed existence: accountability, community, service, and surrender. Pastor Alvin reminds us that God doesn't just "patch up" ou...

God made us perfectly and with love—but sin left us unable to please Him. Just like a cake ruined by poison can’t simply be fixed, our lives can’t just be edited or improved. Through Jesus, we are given a brand-new start—a spiritual rebirth where His Spirit rules over every part of us. In this kickoff message of our new series, "You Must Be Born Again", Pastor Alvin III teaches us why Jesus said w...

We were created to make a difference. It’s how the Church is strengthened, how lives are transformed, and how the Gospel advances in the world. In this message, Pastor Alvin unpacks what it means to do the work of the ministry—not just hearing the Word, but living it out. Serving alongside others creates what he calls healthy friction—the sharpening, transforming, and energizing that happens when...

In this message, Pastor Alvin shares how discovering your God-given gifts leads to a vision bigger than yourself. The Church isn’t a restaurant where we only come to be fed—it’s a culinary school where God raises up chefs. You’re not just called to hear the Word, but to do the Word and make a difference. Through Next Steps and the power of the Holy Spirit, we discover our purpose and step into God...

This podcast episode explores the powerful idea that we were created for connection. Pastor Alvin shares how genuine relationships are the foundation for a strong church and for spreading the gospel. He explains that true connection, guided by the Holy Spirit, produces care, commitment, strength, and can even lead to miracles.   Drawing from the example of the early church in Acts, the message hig...

For the July First Wednesday sermon, Pastor Alvin II teaches on "Hidden Wisdom." This isn't just any wisdom; it's the wisdom of God.  "If it's God's wisdom, shouldn't it be easy to find?" Pastor Alvin explains that while it's available, it's not always easily accessible. It requires us to actively seek it out. To truly access this hidden wisdom, we have to lower ourselves and submit to God. Join u...

In this final episode of our Prophecy series, Pastor Alvin bridges the gap between our current reality and God's call for our lives. We're getting honest about carnality, the state of being ruled by our flesh, and how it clouds our ability to hear from God. We'll also discover why conviction is a gift—it's the first step in starting a war against the flesh so we can prophesy clearly. Ask yourself,...

Join Pastor Alvin II this week as he continues the compelling series on "Prophecy"! In this episode, we're focusing on giving aspect of prophecy and how this gift comes with a responsibility to others. Prophecy is a blessing but blessings come with responsibility. As it is better give than receive, the same is about prophecy. If speaking in tongues is receiving from the Holy Spirit (how I empower...

Join Pastor Alvin II this week as he continues our compelling series on "Prophecy"! In this episode, we're focusing on the immense importance of prophecy and how spiritual discernment is absolutely critical to understanding it. Get ready to learn the key distinctions between intuition (or soul discernment) and genuine spiritual discernment. Plus, we'll explore how the powerful testimony of Jesus H...

Join Pastor Alvin as he launches into a compelling new series on "Prophecy," connecting it seamlessly to his prior teachings on the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues. Discover how the spiritual gift of tongues not only builds up the individual but also serves as a catalyst for prophecy. This episode reveals how prophecy unveils God's hidden wisdom and underscores the crucial need for a balanced...

In this message, Pastor Alvin continues our series, The Character of the Holy Spirit Pt 3, teaching the difference between the Holy Spirit's Character and ours. This week's part is called "Different than Mine". This message covers how the Holy Spirit in nature is different from our nature and our humanity. To be filled with the Holy Spirit is to be completely full. When we are completely full, our...

In this message, Pastor Alvin continues our series, The Character of the Holy Spirit, by teaching on the practical application of Holy Spirit in the believer's life. This message covers how the Holy Spirit makes following Jesus practical and the super natural collaboration between the Holy Spirit and US to get the will of God done.   Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 14:1-4 Luke 24:49 Acts 2:1-4...

On this special Father's Day Sunday, Pastor Love gives a compelling message on "Fatherhood Fulfillment". This message discusses the joys of fatherhood and how to experience fulfillment in fatherhood. Scripture References: Proverbs 17:6 Proverbs 19:21 Matthew 7:24-27 Proverbs 22:6 Job 1:4-5 Malachi 4:5-6 ABOUT US At Nashville Life Church, our vision is dedicated to following Jesus & building le...

On this special Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Alvin continues our series, The Character of the Holy Spirit, by teaching on the ease the Holy Spirit brings to the believer's life. This message covers how the Holy Spirit makes following Jesus lighter, the difference between weight and way in the Christian walk, why speaking in tongues is an easy (yet powerful) practice, the difference between vertical an...

In this kickoff to our new series, Pastor Alvin explores the character of the Holy Spirit—not just His power, but His posture. Scripture tells us the Holy Spirit is our Helper, Guide, and Comforter, but what does that really mean in our daily lives? This message challenges us to reconsider what it means to walk in true spiritual power: not just through signs and wonders, but through humility, subm...

This week in Part 4 of the “Submitted Leaders” series, Pastor Alvin teaches on the power of submission and the supernatural strength God gives His people. Using 1 Peter 2 and Luke 2, he shows how even Jesus grew by submitting to others—and how we can too. This message will challenge you to lead differently, stay humble, and allow God to use your meekness for eternal impact. Scripture references: L...

In Part 3 of our Submitted Leaders series, Pastor Alvin unpacks why spiritual authority always begins with natural submission. Drawing from the lives of Abraham, David, and even Jesus, we’re reminded that God’s process for leadership involves humility, obedience, and development—starting with how we respond to earthly authority. Scripture references: 1 Corinthians 15:45–47 Ephesians 6:1 1 John 4:1...

In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor CeCe Love speaks directly to the heart of every woman, reminding us that a mother’s value is defined by God—not by the world. Through Proverbs 31 and other foundational verses, she shares how worth is revealed through character, reverence, love, and legacy. Whether you’re a mom, mentor, or spiritual mother, this message will encourage and empower you to live bo...

This week, Pastor Alvin continues our Submitted Leaders series with a powerful message about yielding our influence to the authority of Christ. Drawing from the stories of King Saul, David, and the Roman Centurion, this message challenges us to reframe leadership through the lens of submission. “You can’t have faith without understanding authority”—a truth that unlocks real freedom, influence, and...

Leadership is influence—and as believers, we’re called to lead others toward Jesus. In this week’s message, Pastor Alvin challenges us to examine the type of influence we carry and invites us to submit fully to God, resist the enemy, and walk in the freedom of being a submitted leader. Scripture references: Matthew 12:30 Ezekiel 34:5 Matthew 4:18-20 James 4:7-10 ABOUT US At Nashville Life Church,...