AL Pastor with Brian Overturf

Today on  Al Pastor , Pastor Brian walks through Acts 9:1–9 and the stunning story of Saul's radical conversion. Discover how God's grace confronts even the hardest heart, how Jesus identifies personally with His people, and why resisting God's call only leads to more pain. If God could save Saul, He can reach anyone. Join us for this life-changing moment in Scripture!

Today on  Al Pastor , Pastor Brian walks through Acts 8:26–40 — the divine encounter between Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch. Discover how God's Spirit orchestrates life-changing moments, why obedience matters, and what it really means when the gospel reaches "the ends of the earth." What hinders you from following Christ fully? Tune in and find encouragement to respond to God's...

Today on  Al Pastor , Pastor Brian walks verse-by-verse through Acts 8:5–25, where Philip boldly preaches Christ in Samaria. Explore the historical background of the Samaritans, the confrontation with Simon the Sorcerer, and the critical lesson that the true gospel is never for sale. Discover why discipleship matters, why miracles are no substitute for the Word, and how God calls us to a Spirit-fi...

Today on  Al Pastor , Pastor Brian and Noah walk through Acts 8:1–4, where great persecution strikes the early Church, yet God’s sovereign plan unfolds. Learn how hardship led to the spread of the gospel, why trials refine true faith, and how everyday believers can be powerful witnesses wherever they go. This is a call to boldness, trust, and everyday evangelism — even when life feels scattered.

In this episode of  AL Pastor , Pastor Brian and Noah conclude their deep dive into Acts 7, starting at verse 44 and walking through Stephen's bold and final words. Together, they explore how Stephen transitions from recounting Israel’s history to confronting the Sanhedrin’s hard-hearted rejection of God's plan. They discuss how the temple—originally a God-ordained symbol of His presence—b...

This podcast description was generated by ChatGPT based on the transcript. In this episode of  AL Pastor , Pastor Brian and special guest Noah dive deep into Acts 7:17–43, continuing their verse-by-verse journey through Stephen’s powerful sermon before the Sanhedrin. Pastor Brian walks listeners through how Stephen masterfully connects the stories of Abraham, Joseph, and Moses to reveal Christ as...

In this episode of  Al Pastor , Pastor Brian walks through  Acts 7:1-16 , exploring Stephen’s bold sermon before the Sanhedrin. Rather than defending himself against false accusations of blasphemy, Stephen declares the gospel by recounting Israel’s history. He highlights how God has always raised up deliverers—Abraham, Joseph, and ultimately Jesus—yet Israel has consistently rejected them. The dis...

In this episode of  The AL Pastor Podcast , Brian is joined by Noah as they dive into Acts 6:8-15, exploring Stephen’s Spirit-empowered ministry, his boldness in the face of opposition, and the miraculous power that flowed through his life. Though chosen for a practical role in the church, Stephen stepped into a greater calling, performing wonders and signs that pointed to God’s power. But as hist...

I rarely do this, but there is no Bible Talk on this episode. Marcia, Noah and I sit down and recap a fun evening as we went on an ethnic food tour.

In this episode of  Al Pastor , Pastor Brian, along with his family, dives into Acts 6:1-7, discussing the early church's first recorded internal crisis—a dispute between the Greek-speaking and Hebrew-speaking Jewish Christians over the care of widows. This passage highlights the tension that arose as the church grew, leading to a need for practical solutions and Spirit-led leadership. Pastor...

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 stop it. We examine his reasoning, the flawed logic behind it, and the unstoppable power of the gospel. How d...

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 twelve apostles, determined to maintain control. But God has other plans—He sends an angel to m...

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, yet instead of shrinking back, the body of Christ  grew even more . W...

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 their lie, revealing that they had not only deceived the church but had  lied to God Hi...

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 between  Barnabas  and  Ananias and Sapphira . Key themes discussed: The Early Church as the Tru...

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 study the passage deeply. He provides a recap of  Peter and John’s release from prison  after being threatened by the Sanh...

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 before them. As the religious leaders deliberate behind closed doors, they attempt to assert c...

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 they spoke with authority and confidence. Brian and Noah unpack the dif...

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 to know  by what power or  in whose name  the miraculous healing...

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) , we unpack the theological and historical backdrop of the Sadducees’ oppos...

In this episode of  Al Pastor , Pastor Brian walks through  Acts 3:19-26 , concluding Peter’s powerful sermon. He explores the key themes of  repentance, conversion, and the forgiveness of sins , emphasizing the biblical call to turn away from sin and walk in a renewed life with Christ. Pastor Brian unpacks the significance of sins being  "blotted out" , drawing from Old Testament concep...

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 the crowd's attention , and how  Peter redirected that amazement toward Jesus . The conversation...

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 theological implications of the apostles acting as the new temple, and the power of Jesus'...

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 this powerful experience. Pastor Brian emphasizes the need f...

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 the Day of Pentecost. The conversation highlights key themes such as discipleship, the significance of bre...