Ascension Life Podcast

Join us for a message from an ALC elder, Tim Hughes, with a message on the law of reaping and sowing.

Join us for this week's message from Dr. Darrell Simbeck.

Dr. Darrell Simbeck talks about 5 points that make a good father, both physical and spiritual.

A clear, grace‑centered look at how God shapes His people through confession, conviction, and correction.

We conclude our study of Ephesians 1:3–6 by exploring what it truly means to be accepted in Christ. Before the foundation of the world, God chose us, loved us, and brought us into His family through His Beloved Son. This episode celebrates the grace that secures our identity and anchors our hearts.

Dr. Darrell Simbeck unpacks the importance of water baptism. With clear, Scripture‑rooted teaching, he explains why this outward act is a powerful declaration of faith and a vital step in a believer’s walk with Christ.

In this message, Tim Hughes dives into the connection between faith and the words we speak, reminding us that Scripture isn’t just truth to believe—it’s truth to declare. This message calls believers to speak with intention, guard their confession, and trust God to bring increase from every declaration of His word made.  

In Ephesians 1:4, Paul says we were chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world. In this episode with Dr. Darrell Simbeck, we explore what that means and walk through the key differences between Calvinist and Arminian views—always bringing the focus back to God’s heart and His purpose for His people.

Julie Simbeck shares a special Mother's Day message, taking about her own mother and lessons she has learned through her own life. 

Dr. Darrell Simbeck continues in Ephesians 1 and reminds us that God has already given us every spiritual blessing in Christ. This sermon unpacks what those blessings are and how they shape our identity, confidence, and daily walk with Him.

Dr. Darrell Simbeck continues in Ephesians by examining how it shows us a Father who blesses, loves, and welcomes us. In this episode, we look at how God wants to relate to us—as His children, fully seen and fully loved.

Dr. Darrell Simbeck continues his study through the book of Ephesians, where Paul unveils the spiritual blessings God has already poured out on His people.

In this Easter message, Dr. Darrell Simbeck traces how the first Passover finds its true and final fulfillment in Jesus. He reveals how Christ becomes the perfect Lamb and the doorway into a new kind of deliverance—one that marks the very beginning of the New Covenant. Through clear, Scripture‑rooted teaching, he shows how Jesus’ finished work ushers believers into a life of freedom, grace, and re...

Linda Miller unpacks the story of Balaam and his donkey to show how seriously God takes our words. Through this vivid Old Testament moment, she highlights the power of blessing, the danger of speaking against what God has blessed, and the importance of aligning our mouths with His purposes. It’s a practical, eye‑opening reminder to choose life with every word we speak.

Linda Miller brings a clear, empowering message on recognizing the enemy’s tactics and standing firm in the authority God has already given us. She reminds believers that we’re not called to live intimidated or overwhelmed—we’re equipped to overcome. Through Scripture and practical insight, she shows how to confront darkness with confidence and walk in the victory Jesus secured.

Dr. Darrell Simbeck continues his study through the book of Ephesians, where Paul unveils the spiritual blessings God has already poured out on His people.

Dr. Darrell Simbeck continues his study through the book of Ephesians, where Paul unveils the spiritual blessings God has already poured out on His people.

Dr. Darrell Simbeck begins this study through the book of Ephesians in chapter 1, where Paul unveils the spiritual blessings God has already poured out on His people. From being chosen and adopted to being redeemed and sealed, this session sets the stage for everything Paul unfolds in the chapters ahead.

Strongholds are patterns of thinking that shape how we live. In this message, Steve Page breaks down how these mental strongholds form and how God’s truth dismantles them from the inside out.

In this message, Dr. David Huskey reminds us that the love of God isn’t just something we receive—it’s what protects our hearts from slipping into offense. When we stay rooted in His love, we see people the way He sees them, and we refuse the traps the enemy sets to divide us. God’s love empowers us to walk in grace, guard our relationships, and live free from the weight of offense.

Linda Miller and guest speaker Brandi Ritter share heartfelt messages on why forgiveness isn’t optional—it’s vital. Brandi explains how choosing to forgive opens the door for God to heal deep hurts, restore peace, and free your heart to move forward in wholeness, pulling from her own personal experiences of the awesome things God has done in her life.

Ephesians paints a vivid picture of who we were—dead in sin, unable to save ourselves—but God stepped toward us with mercy and love we didn’t deserve. In this two-part message, Dr. Darrell Simbeck reminds us that if God loved us while we were still sinners, we are called to love the world with that same grace. This is a powerful invitation to reflect His heart in the way we see and treat others.

Ephesians paints a vivid picture of who we were—dead in sin, unable to save ourselves—but God stepped toward us with mercy and love we didn’t deserve. In this two part message, Dr. Darrell Simbeck reminds us that if God loved us while we were still sinners, we are called to love the world with that same grace. This is a powerful invitation to reflect His heart in the way we see and treat others.

This message calls believers to reflect the heart of Jesus by loving every person the way He loves us. Dr. Darrell Simbeck highlights how the gospel leaves no room for racism, prejudice, or division, reminding us that God’s family is made up of every nation, tribe, people, and language. Through clear, Scripture‑rooted teaching, he invites listeners to walk in unity, honor, and the inclusive love o...

This message explores the transforming power of God’s perfect love and how it drives out fear in the life of every believer. Dr. Darrell Simbeck shares practical, Scripture‑rooted insight on learning to trust the Father’s heart, letting His love reshape our responses, and stepping into a confidence that fear can’t shake.