Above The Treeline

In the Bible, Jesus casts out spirits of sickness and oppression, but do His followers also have the power to do so? What about anxiety, fear and depression - are those spiritual attacks? Join us for a conversation about finding freedom with ACF's Pastoral Care Leader.

First of all, how do we know if it's God's will to answer a prayer or not? If He doesn't answer, should we keep praying? Join us for the first episode of season two of Above the Treeline for an in-depth conversation about prayer.

Join us for the final episode of season one where Sr. Pastor Will Davis, Jr. addresses the most important lessons he’s learned in church leadership.

Life is full of changing seasons, from leaving home to getting married to becoming a parent to retirement. But how are we supposed to navigate those seasons that are difficult or even unwelcome? Join us for a heartfelt conversation about change.

We are all rooted in sin, but the Bible says Jesus died to free us and save us. What if I don't feel saved and forgiven? How do I learn to accept the grace of God if I feel guilty? Join us for an important conversation about amazing grace.

Is Hell a place of eternal affliction or a place where you just cease to exist? How does the Bible describe it? Let's have an in-depth discussion about this concept that doesn't seem to get talked about much in culture.

Some Christians consider themselves "apologists," or those who defend the faith. If apologetics is a field of study, should every Christian be familiar with it? What are the primary questions Christians should be prepared to answer regarding apologetics? Let's take a look!

The Trinity can be a confusing concept. If Christians believe in one deity, how is it possible to have the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit? Did Jesus pray to Himself? Join us for an in-depth conversation about understanding the Trinity.

In a culture where pornography is widely available, is it ever OK for Christians to view it? Join us for an honest and biblical discussion about the temptations and consequences of consuming x-rated material.

The Bible is clear on the subject of God’s forgiveness and man’s forgiveness of each other, but does it talk about self-forgiveness? Let’s take a closer look.

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Kenton Boone, who will become Sr. Pastor of ACF in summer 2025. Learn how he got to ACF and what he's most excited about for the season ahead.

Host and Pastor Lauren Thurston shares her journey from a decade-long career in politics to a sudden and God-led shift into full-time ministry in this special episode. Join us for a conversation about following God's calling even when it doesn't seem to make sense on the surface.

While we know the medical benefits of fasting, what is the spiritual purpose of fasting? Should all Christians do it, and if so, when and how? Join us for an in-depth conversation about the spiritual practice of fasting.

Is the biblical account of Noah's ark and the great flood supposed to be taken literally? Did the whole world actually flood, and is there any proof of that? Let's take a closer look at this major milestone in the earth's history.

Culture seems to have an increasing fascination with alien lifeform. Is there any proof of its existence? What does the Bible say about God's creation? Let's explore this topic and the associated theories.

An "orphan spirit" can be characterized feelings of low self-worth, rejection, and fear of abandonment. Why do so many Christians experience this even though we've been adopted as sons and daughters by God? Join us as we identify various characteristics of the "orphan spirit" and how we can address those in our lives.

Is Above-the-Treeline scripted? Do we edit the video content before posting? What have been the favorite episodes so far? Join ACF Pastors Will Davis, Jr. and Lauren Thurston for some fun-filled reflections on the last 100 episodes as they answer some of your most-asked questions.

With the rise of AI in our digital world, we're seeing more of it appear in the church globally. Is this a tool to bring people closer to God or can it lead people astray? Join us for an in-depth conversation.

We're all familiar with the phrase "separation of church and state," but what does that really mean, and what did our founders intend to accomplish by it? Let's take a closer look at the church's relationship with the government.

There are countless movies, TV shows, and books depicting the life of Jesus, retelling stories of the Bible, and offering artistic interpretations of what's to come. Though many of these are based on biblical concepts, how closely should Christians follow them? Does this media run the risk of leading people astray? Join us for a conversation about consuming Christian pop culture.

A prison sentence doesn't have to be the end of your story. Join us for a conversation with an ACF pastor and senior leader who shares his experience of incarceration, being separated from his wife and young children, and how God called him into ministry following his time served.

Does a human's level of righteousness - or right standing with God - determine whether God will hear and respond to their prayers? Does God respond to prayers of unbelievers? Let's take a closer look at what the Bible says.

Has America strayed too far from God, and if so, does that mean we will experience God's judgment on the nation? What does that look like, and what are we supposed to do as Christians? Join us for an episode of Above the Treeline Live!

"Judge not" is likely one of the most misused Scriptures in the Bible. What does it mean to judge someone or something, and how does that align with calling out sin? Join us for a honest conversation about judgment.

Engaging with homeless people may seem intimidating to some, not knowing how they will respond. What are Christians called to do for the homeless population? Join us for a special discussions with ACF Missions Pastor Michelle Brigance.