Nashville Life Church Podcast

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,...

This Easter, Pastor Alvin brought a powerful word on one of the most challenging—but transformative—topics in the Christian faith: forgiveness. What if God's forgiveness wasn’t easy for Him either? What if He had to push past deep hurt—just like we do—to forgive us? In this message, we reflect on how hurt and forgiveness are often inseparable, and how our ability to forgive others reveals whether...

This week at Nashville Life, Pastor Alvin builds on last week’s message about repentance—challenging us to move from just feeling sorry to truly following through. Repentance starts in the soul, but it’s not complete until it reaches our actions. Through practical steps and biblical examples like Zacchaeus, we learn how to protect our momentum, activate lasting change, and walk in the fullness of...

Repentance isn’t remorse, regret, or even saying sorry — it’s a change of your will. In this message, Pastor Alvin teaches that for anything truly good to happen in your life, repentance is not just important — it’s necessary. Learn how repentance is the first step in accepting the gospel, why your will (not your spirit) is where real change begins, and how to protect your spiritual momentum throu...

This passionate and powerful message reminds us of the transformational power of the Gospel—how Jesus didn’t just rise for Himself but brought us with Him. Through vivid storytelling and Scripture, Pastor Alvin unpacks how Christ got beneath our brokenness, lifted us out of death, and raised us to life. No matter how far you've fallen or how dead you may feel, you're already seated in heavenly pla...

This week at Nashville Life, Pastor Alvin shared a powerful message celebrating our 13th Anniversary about the seed of God’s Word and the soil of our hearts. Drawing parallels between the human body and the body of Christ, we’re reminded that while God’s Word is perfect and full of purpose, it requires a receptive heart to bear fruit. If you’ve ever wondered why God’s promises feel delayed or dist...

This week at Nashville Life, Pastor Alvin delivers a powerful message on the value of our calling and the transformation that follows. Looking at the life of Abraham, we see that God calls us just as we are—but He doesn’t leave us there. Instead, He leads us through a process of change, shaping us into the image of Jesus, and multiplying His work in us to impact others. If you've ever struggled wi...

This week at Nashville Life, we had the distinct honor of having one of our founding members and former pastors here on staff, Shannon Smith, bring forth the Word of God. Get ready for an amazing sermon on discipleship as Shannon breaks down the Process of Growth from Seed, to Stalk, to Sickle, and how God calls us to sow seeds and change lives for His glory!   ABOUT US At Nashville Life Church, o...

Did you say "Yes!" to Jesus? Welcome to the family! We'd love to celebrate with you. Text “Belong” to 77411 to connect with us and for a free resource. Would you like to connect with our church family? Text "Belong" to 77411 to get connected!  If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Would you...

Did you say "Yes!" to Jesus? Welcome to the family! We'd love to celebrate with you. Text “Belong” to 77411 to connect with us and for a free resource. Would you like to connect with our church family? Text "Belong" to 77411 to get connected!  If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Would you...

Did you say "Yes!" to Jesus? Welcome to the family! We'd love to celebrate with you. Text “Belong” to 77411 to connect with us and for a free resource. Would you like to connect with our church family? Text "Belong" to 77411 to get connected!  If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Would you...

Did you say "Yes!" to Jesus? Welcome to the family! We'd love to celebrate with you. Text “Belong” to 77411 to connect with us and for a free resource. Would you like to connect with our church family? Text "Belong" to 77411 to get connected!  If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Would you...

Did you say "Yes!" to Jesus? Welcome to the family! We'd love to celebrate with you. Text “Belong” to 77411 to connect with us and for a free resource. Would you like to connect with our church family? Text "Belong" to 77411 to get connected!  If you have a prayer request or need, we'd love to pray with you. Click this link to let us know how we can pray with you: https://bit.ly/3fVDSDh Would you...