The Alex McFarland Show

The moral fabric of America has been established by our godly roots and upheld largely by the family unit. But with the state of America today, it begs the question: Is there a connection between the deterioration of culture and that of the family? 1 in 4 people in the US today have grown up without a father in the home. On this episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex sits down with Jeff Hamilton...

Before ascending into Heaven, Jesus charged his followers to make disciples amongst all nations and to baptize them in His name – a responsibility that rests upon all Christians to this day. But where do we stand with this obligation today? Are we fulfilling this command, given by Jesus Christ Himself? What does it mean to disciple someone, and is that something that needs to happen in America, or...

T oday’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show   features a conversation between Alex and pastor and teacher, Tony Cooke. Tony is a professor at Charis Bible College and he and his wife have been in ministry for 43 years. Tony shares his perspective on a number of topics including: the Trinity of God; the importance of unity amongst believers; miracles and demon possession. Whether you’re a new Chris...

Today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show is the second in a series on the topic of the nature of God. Delving further into the theological debates about the doctrine of the Trinity, Alex explains what some of the common arguments against it are. While the concept of God being Triune can be complex to grasp with the human mind, Alex shares why it is not a fallacy or contradiction. If you’ve ever...

The nature of God is something that people have argued about for centuries. From individuals, to theologians and various religious groups, there is a vast amount of misinformation about who God is. Today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show kicks off a new series on the nature of God. Tune in to learn about the Trinity – one of the most misunderstood of all Bible doctrines and to hear the origins...

A recent article that Alex wrote for The Stand details how Biblical deviance is the root of a lack of hope and stability, especially in younger generations. While Zillenials, Reals and Sogies have more doubts about faith in God than generations prior, and while their waning faith is to be expected, it comes at a hefty price. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex explains why our cul...

The American Church at large has bought into a lie that faith is a private matter that shouldn’t overlap with politics. However, the Bible makes a clear case that the two are inherently interwoven and cannot be separated. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex sits down with Eric Metaxas to discuss this topic through the lens of Eric’s latest book, Letter to the American Church . Eri...

On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex is joined by award-winning author and Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church, Dr. Erwin Lutzer. The two discuss Dr. Lutzer’s latest book, No Reason to Hide and the implications of a godless culture. While many Christians are self-censoring to avoid political backlash, Dr. Lutzer encourages listeners to stand strong in their faith. While the world i...

Today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show is a special edition, where producers Mike Segovia and Jessica Daley serve as guest hosts. They recap some of the high points from this past year. From Alex’s conversation with Eric Metaxas about Eric’s latest book, Is Atheism Dead?, t o Alex’s enlightening message on the demonic realm, this show recounts some of your favorite moments from 2022. Tune in t...

The Bible has no shortage of things to say about the importance of wisdom. Proverbs 3:5-6 promises Christians that if we submit our lives to God’s wisdom and leadership, then He will keep our paths straight. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex unpacks that scripture along with others, to help listeners gain a clear understanding of what godly wisdom looks like in the lives of beli...

For believers, Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. However, that is only the beginning of our reasons to celebrate this special holiday. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex provides the big picture of what Jesus’ birth means for every human soul. Tune in to hear exactly why Christmas is such a beautiful time to celebrate.  Alex McFarlan...

The excitement of Christmas is resting heavy upon the world. For some, Christmas is a time full of hope and joy. For others, it’s a reminder of loss and loneliness. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex shares six biblical reasons why Christmas is a time to be joyful, regardless of circumstances. Whether you’re gleeful and expectant during this time, but especially if you’re struggl...

After His death and resurrection, Jesus urged the apostles to make disciples of all nations in the passage of scripture that we now refer to as The Great Commision. The Child Evangelism Fellowship is a ministry that specifically focuses on the discipleship of children. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex sits down with one of CEF’s leaders, Lydia Kaiser. Lydia explains the drive b...

In John 18:37 Jesus says “For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth.” As believers all over the world eagerly anticipate Christmas, we are presented with the perfect opportunity to reflect on the core of our beliefs and what the incarnation of Christ means for us. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex explains the import...

Psalm 75:1 says “Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks.” Reflecting upon Thanksgiving, Alex McFarland shares with listeners the Biblical directives for having a heart postured toward gratitude. Modern-day science has unintentionally come into alignment with scripture on the topic of gratitude, and has proven that there are multiple positive benefits of thankfulness. Alex reviews those benefits with...

Today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show features a conversation between Alex and Chris Romans. Chris is the youth pastor of First Baptist Church of Yorktown, Texas. He recounts when God prompted him to get involved in youth ministry, and how he eventually ended up being elected to serve on the local school board. While many have speculated that the influence of believers on culture is waning, C...

On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex sits down with Pastor Mark Collins of First Baptist Church of Yorktown, Texas. The two men discussed the tragic shooting of 2017 at First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs, Texas, where Mark was a former associate pastor. While reflecting on the horrific tragedy that it was, Mark tells a few stories about the way God was at work behind the sc...

The midterm elections are right around the corner. Discussing the role of the Church in Government, Alex sits down with write-in candidate for North Carolina Senate, Alvin Robinson, to hear why he decided to get involved in politics. With nearly two decades of public safety service to his name, Alvin was fired from two careers after refusing to receive the Covid vaccine. Instead of complaining abo...

Lawlessness has become ramped in our society. With wrong often being seen as right, it’s clear that our world has diverted far from the Biblical standard from which we are called to live in accordance to. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show , Alex sits down with Pastor Duane Sheriff of Victory Life Church. Pulling concepts from his new book, Counter Culture , Pastor Duane talks about the...

With midterm elections just around the corner, it’s important for believers to understand why voting is so crucial. On this episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex is joined by Gary Harris, the Dean of Students at East Rankin Academy. The two discuss the history of our republic and god-given freedoms, the significance of the electoral college and how it works, and why it’s of vital importance to...

T he United Methodist Church in America recently accepted a lesbian as their bishop. It’s clear that many believers all around the world are conflicted, not knowing what is right when it comes to gender and sexuality. On today’s episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex helps listeners understand what exactly the Bible has to say regarding these topics. He also makes it clear that one cannot reject...

What does it look like to build the Church of Jesus during a pandemic, in the midst of the 21st century? Pastor Jamie Arnette of Dillon First Baptist Church sits down to discuss this with Alex McFarland. Pastor Arnette shares some of the struggles that his church has faced during the peak of Covid and what measures they have taken to counteract them. He also opens up, giving an honest perspective...

God does exist, and he is infinitely more than we can possibly imagine. He is existence itself—not just a topic for discussion but the source of our next breath. On this edition of the show, Alex sits down with author Garland Grimes as they discuss God being the foundation of truth and why truth matters.  God Is Alex McFarland Faith and Family Retreat (August 6-11, 2023) Send us Fan Mail

We live in a time where there is an abundance of ideologies and philosophies. From secularism and marxism, to naturalism and nihilism, Alex dives into the basics of what several of these “isms” believe. He also emphasizes the importance of Christians having a clear understanding of what they believe and why. To conclude the show, Alex lists 5 things that Christians can do to stand unwavering in th...

The ideologies of Nihilism, Fideism and Relativism have an increasing grip on our World. That’s why now, more than ever, believers need to take a stand for Realism, which is rooted in the Christian faith. Join Alex McFarland for today’s episode as he explains the difference between each ideology and unearths three areas of responsibility that the Church must take hold of to change the tide of our...