Beartown Road Alliance Church Podcast

The early church ran into a problem that could've caused division, but instead it helped them figure out what really mattered and how to stay focused on what God had called them to do. Out of that moment came new ways of caring for people and clear roles for leaders to keep the mission moving forward. God used everyday believers to step in, meet real needs, and help the church grow stronger. W...

Getting My ACTs Together Pt. 10Was God in favor of the American Revolution? How are we to think about history and politics? Pastor Dave addresses these issues and more as he preaches from Boston, Massachusetts.

Getting My ACTs Together Pt. 9Sharing the Gospel can be intimidating, if not downright scary. This week Joe Mattson reminds us how Peter and the other apostles confidently shared the Gospel in the face of dangerous opposition, and how we can be encouraged to adopt this courage in our own circumstances.

Getting My ACTs Together Pt. 8Most fathers feel inadequate, and they are constantly reminded of this. Believe it or not, that is a good thing. Pastor Dave inspires us to embrace our inadequacies on this Father's Day and to find our true adequacy in Someone else.

Barnabas' generosity inspired the church. Ananias and Sapphira's hypocrisy got them killed. Pastor Dave unpacks the dangers of hypocrisy in the church.

In keeping with the Acts series, this week we will be reading about Paul evangelizing Lydia and the birth of the church in Philippi. In Philippians 4:8-9, Paul calls us to think about whatever is pure. One of the biggest threats to make our minds impure is digital entertainment. Brad Huddleston joins us to provide a warning of the dangers of digital addiction.

Lotion heals the body from cracks and chaps. In the same way, devotion provides care for the body of Christ. Pastor Dave unpacks this system of care that the church provided for this fledgling community of 3,000 baptized and spirit-filled believers.

God wants to pour out His Spirit on all people.  The question for us is, “Do we have enough room for Him?”  Pastor Dave unpacks the revival that took place during the Spirit’s pouring out at Pentecost.  

On Pentecost something epoch happened! The Spirit baptized every believer and, literally, fired them up! They then hit the streets and declared the wonders of God...and they received mixed results. Pastor Dave inspires us to declare the wonders of God while leaving the results to God.

Are you happy with your clothes or do they feel old? Every morning, we have the opportunity to put on new and powerful clothes, given from on high. How cool is that? Pastor Dave unpacks the privilege of putting on new clothes every morning.

Though Mary Magdalene had many turning points in her walk with God, Jesus' resurrection was not one of them. Her turning point occurred when Jesus called her by name. Pastor Dave unpacks the story of Mary Magdalene and how Jesus is still calling people to turn to Him.

Most of us are serving some kind of tyrant. Perhaps it is a boss or an addiction or even the approval of man. We want to be free but we remain enslaved. Jesus came to end tyranny and give us life. Pastor Dave explains.

Jesus was invited to the home of a Pharisee for a meal. And Jesus forgot to wash His hands. Or, perhaps it was done intentionally to make a point. Pastor Dave unpacks Jesus' point to the Pharisees.

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We know that Jesus' mission was to make disciples. How, exactly, did He do this? What was His strategy? Let's walk with Jesus through the Gospel of Mark to discover this together.

Jesus and His disciples made their way towards Jerusalem to celebrate Passover. Most of them were on a mission to see Jesus get crowned. However, Jesus had something completely different in mind. pastor Dave unpacks Jesus' slow journey to Jerusalem.

The final statement written by Matthew was Jesus' great commission. This was their mandate and mission. Jesus wanted them to begin their day with the end in mind at all times. Pastor Dave unpacks perhaps the most important statement Jesus ever made.

The Apostle Paul won the holiness trophy every year. He was top dog. No one was more holy than he. However, he considered it trash compared to this one thing. Pastor Dave explains in part 1 of “50 Days With Jesus.”

We all find ourselves in different seasons of life. But how do we navigate the unknowns of new seasons, and what do we do when things aren't going the way we planned? Pastor Isaac explores Luke 12 as we address this question!

Sometimes while we wait the future is unknown. What are we to do during these times? Pastor Isaac explores the life of the apostle Paul while looking at Philippians chapter 4 to see how God works in our lives even while we wait.

It often feels good to escape into something entertaining such as a movie or sports. There is nothing wrong with this. However, it doesn't usually restore us, it simply distracts us. Pastor Dave unpacks this third habit that has the potential to give us a mind at rest rather than a mind distracted.

King Hezekiah had the strength to deal with adversity, but he did not have the strength to handle prosperity. Instead of thanking God for his blessings, he showed them off. Pastor Dave unpacks the importance of thanksgiving and humility in part 2 of "A Mind At Rest".

A fear of the unknown and an illusion of control can create an unhealthy habit of worry. What can be done about it? When worry knocks, how do we block it? Pastor Dave unpacks King Hezekiah's response to worry and how we, too, can keep worry at bay.

It feels great when your hard work pays off and you receive a trophy. However, problems arise when the trophy owns you. The biblical term for this is idolatry. Pastor Dave explains how prayer and fasting helps us to weaken the grip of idolatry.

Have you been banging your head against the wall over something that has you puzzled, frustrated, or stuck? If so, God might have you exactly where He wants you. Pastor Dave explains.