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GRACE — God's Riches at Christ's Expense

The Nomad Pastor — Sat, 16 May 2026 06:00:11 +0000

What does grace actually mean — and why do so many people struggle to believe it applies to them? In this episode of the Nomad Pastor Podcast, Rick shares a moment from a Bikers for Christ chapter meeting where a brother named Pete said something simple that landed in the room like a hammer: “GRACE — God’s Riches at Christ’s Expense.” That phrase opened up a conversation Rick couldn’t let go of. Because grace isn’t God ignoring your past. It isn’t God lowering the standard. Grace is God paying the bill you couldn’t pay — in full — through the...

Judges: When Strength Without Surrender Leads to Destruction | Final Judges Episode

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:00:58 +0000

How does someone chosen by God end up blind, bound, and broken? In this final episode of the Judges series, we walk through the life of Samson in Judges 13–16 and uncover one of the most powerful warnings in the Bible. Samson was called before birth, gifted with supernatural strength, and set apart for God’s purpose. Yet his life became a pattern of compromise, pride, lust, and slow spiritual drift. This episode is not just about Samson. It is about all of us. We explore: How gifted people can still self-destruct Why strength without surrender becomes dangerous The slow drift...

Judges: When Broken Identity Leads to Reckless Faith

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:00:51 +0000

What happens when rejection shapes your identity more than God does? In this episode of the Nomad Pastor Podcast, we walk through the story of Jephthah in Judges 10–12—a powerful and difficult passage that exposes the danger of broken identity, insecurity, and reckless spiritual decisions. Jephthah was rejected by his family, driven out, and forced to survive on his own. When Israel needed a leader, they came back for him. But what looked like strength on the outside was still carrying unresolved pain on the inside. In this episode, we cover: The impact of rejection and identity wounds The difference...

Judges: When God Reduces You Before He Uses You

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:00:35 +0000

In Judges 6 through 8, we meet a leader who begins his journey hiding in fear and insecurity. Gideon’s story is not simply about victory over an enemy. It is about the process God uses to reshape a person’s dependence. Before God gives Gideon influence, He removes his confidence. Before God brings victory, He reduces his resources. This episode explores why God often strips away what we think we need in order to build trust that cannot be shaken. We will walk through the destruction of personal idols, the struggle with uncertainty, the testing of faith, and the surprising danger...

Judges: When God Raises Leaders the Culture Refuses to See

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:00:14 +0000

Leadership hesitation creates spiritual vulnerability. In Judges 4 and 5, Israel is living under fear and oppression because those called to lead have grown passive and uncertain. Into that moment, God raises Deborah. Not because she campaigned for influence, but because she was faithful when others hesitated. This episode explores what happens when courage becomes scarce and responsibility is delayed. Deborah’s story is not about modern debates or social arguments. It is about obedience. It is about the reality that when leaders shrink back, God still moves forward to guide His people. We will look at how fear shapes leadership...

Judges: When Deliverance Makes Us Uncomfortable

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:57 +0000

This is where Judges starts to unsettle us.Ehud’s story is strange, graphic, and uncomfortable—and that’s intentional. In this episode, we confront a hard truth: when a people drift far from God, deliverance often doesn’t look the way we expect. God still rescues Israel, but the method reflects the condition of their hearts. Ehud forces us to wrestle with our assumptions about how God works, who He uses, and why rescue is rarely clean when sin runs deep. This episode draws sharp parallels to our world today, where people want relief without repentance and outcomes without obedience. Judges reminds us that...

Judges: Faithfulness Before the Fall

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:00:32 +0000

Before Judges turns dark, God shows us what leadership was meant to look like.In this episode, we meet Othniel, the first judge of Israel. No drama. No spotlight. No chaos. Just steady obedience in a nation already drifting. Othniel’s story is short, but it matters. He reminds us that faithfulness does not need recognition to be powerful. God brought forty years of peace through one man who simply listened and obeyed. In a culture that celebrates charisma over character, this episode challenges us to rethink leadership, influence, and obedience. Faithfulness may not stop the fall forever, but it can delay...

Judges: When a Nation Walks Away from God - A Forgotten God and a Failing Generation

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:24 +0000

In Episode 2 of our Judges series, we move from warning to reality. Judges chapter 2 shows us how a nation that once knew God slowly forgot Him. Not because God stopped being faithful, but because the people stopped remembering, teaching, and obeying. This episode confronts one of the most dangerous truths in Scripture. You are always one generation away from spiritual collapse. We talk about how Israel’s failure to pass on faith led to compromise, how partial obedience opened the door to full rebellion, and how the cycle of sin, consequences, repentance, and deliverance began. Judges 2 forces us...

Judges: When a Nation Walks Away from God - Setting the Stage

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:00:34 +0000

We are starting a new series through the book of Judges, and this is not an easy walk. Judges is not ancient history. It is a mirror. This book shows what happens when a people slowly drift from God. Not through rebellion at first, but through compromise, tolerance, and doing what feels right instead of what is right. In Episode 1, we set the stage.Who the judges were.Why leadership matters.How a nation unraveled after faith was no longer passed on.And why the phrase “everyone did what was right in his own eyes” describes our world today. Judges confronts the uncomfortable...

When Truth Confronts History, Faith, and a Changing World

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:00:22 +0000

In this episode, I walk through the truth about Islamic teaching, the cross, the Crusades, and the growing hostility toward Christianity in today’s world. This isn’t a political message. It isn’t anger. It isn’t an attack on people. It is a clear and honest look at history, doctrine, culture, and the unmatched hope found only in Jesus Christ. We step back into ancient Jerusalem, trace the rise of Islam, and look at what the Quran teaches about Jesus, unbelievers, and violence. We talk about why the Crusades actually happened, the pressure Christians faced centuries before them, and how those patterns…

Once Saved, Always His

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 07:00:47 +0000

In this episode we confront one of the most misunderstood questions in the Christian walk. Can you lose your salvation? Many believers live in fear, wondering if one mistake or one relapse means God has given up on them. But Scripture paints a very different picture. Salvation is not earned by works, so it cannot be lost by works. It is a gift of grace purchased by the blood of Christ and secured by His power, not ours. You will hear the truth straight from God’s Word, explained plainly and honestly. We will break down what real salvation is, how…

Baptism

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:00:43 +0000

This episode takes a deep and honest look at baptism and what it truly means for a follower of Jesus. There is a lot of confusion in our world today about whether baptism is required for salvation or simply symbolic. We slow down, open the Scriptures, and let God’s Word speak for itself. We walk through what Jesus taught, what the early church practiced, and why baptism has always been tied to obedience, surrender, and public faith. We also talk about real life issues that keep people from taking this step, including shame, fear, cultural pressure to stay private, and…

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:00:22 +0000

If God is good, why does He let bad things happen?
That question has echoed through every generation and maybe through your own prayers, too.

In this episode, I sit down and wrestle with one of the hardest truths of faith: the reality of pain and the goodness of God. This isn’t a theology lecture or a quick fix. It’s a real, honest conversation about grief, free will, and the hope we still have in Christ.

We’ll look at what Scripture says, walk through some of the apologetic arguments behind the “problem of evil,” and most importantly, see how Jesus Himself entered our suffering and turned the worst event in history into the greatest act of love.

If you’re hurting, questioning, or just need a reminder that God hasn’t forgotten you, this episode is for you.

Give it a listen.
☕ Share it with someone who needs hope today.
And as always—keep walking with Jesus, even in the storm.

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Objective Truth vs. Subjective Truth

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 06:00:26 +0000

In a world where everyone is told to “live your truth,” we’re asking a bigger question: Is truth something we create, or something that exists outside of us, unchanging and universal?

In this episode, I dig into:
✅ The difference between objective and subjective truth
✅ Why it matters in real life, not just philosophy
✅ The dangers of false “truths” in history and culture
✅ God’s Word as the rock-solid foundation of truth

Because when the storms of life hit, only one foundation will hold.

Listen now and discover how the Truth can set you free.

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Faith First: How Christianity Shapes Our Politics

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 06:00:41 +0000

I’ve spent years on this podcast teaching through books of the Bible, recovery, discipleship, and the struggles we all face. But I’ve also avoided the hard topics, especially faith and politics, out of fear.

The recent assassination of Charlie Kirk and the powerful words of Dr. Frank Turek reminded me that silence is no longer an option. The world is loud. Evil is loud. Lies are loud. If Christians whisper, who will ever hear the truth?

In this episode, I share why our faith should shape our politics, not the other way around. We’ll talk about the First Amendment, the often-misused phrase “separation of church and state,” and how to defend your faith in political conversations with both courage and grace.

If you’ve listened to me for long, you know one of my greatest inspirations is Dr. Frank Turek. His book I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist (co-authored with Dr. Norman Geisler) is still one of my favorites on apologetics. My goal is to be at least half as bold and effective as he has been in defending truth.

This one is personal. It’s raw. And it’s needed.

️ Faith First: How Christianity Shapes Our Politics
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Send Me

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 06:00:16 +0000

Isaiah 6:8 asks a question that still echoes today: “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Isaiah’s answer was simple but life-changing: “Here am I. Send me.” Whether it’s stepping out in faith, serving in your community, or simply saying yes to the opportunities God puts in front of you, the mission field begins the moment you walk out your door. In this episode, I share personal stories, lessons from Scripture, and what I’ve learned from churches like LifePoint in Smyrna, who built everything around one theme: Live Sent. Because the truth is, the greatest adventures with...

Ephesians 6: Standing Firm

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:00:02 +0000

Ephesians 6 isn’t just words on a page, it’s a battle plan for everyday life. Paul reminds us that the fight isn’t against people, it’s against the enemy who whispers lies and tries to steal our joy. But God hasn’t left us unarmed. He’s given us the armor of truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, and His Word. If I was sitting across the table from you, I’d tell you this: you don’t have to win the war, you just have to stand. God’s already won it. #Ephesians6 #ArmorOfGod #FaithOverFear #SpiritualBattle #StandFirm #NomadPastor #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #DailyEncouragement #FaithJourney

Spiritual Warfare in Todays Culture

The Nomad Pastor — Sat, 13 Sep 2025 06:00:07 +0000

In this episode of Nomad Pastor, I sit down to talk about the reality of spiritual warfare in today’s culture. From the chaos we see in entertainment, addiction, identity, and division, to the heartbreaking assassination of Charlie Kirk, it’s clear that the enemy is alive and active but instead of responding with anger and hate, I share why we must suit up in the armor of God, lock shields like Easy Company in Band of Brothers, and live with the same courage in our faith that Charlie wanted to be remembered for. We’ll talk about what it means to stay...

Ephesians Chapter 5: Walking It Out

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 06:00:18 +0000

In this episode of Nomad Pastor, we walk through Ephesians 5—not as a list of rules, but as an invitation. Paul calls us to walk in love, to walk in light, and to walk in wisdom. Along the way, I share pieces of my own journey—times when shame and mistakes kept me down, when I thought the darkness defined me, and when I wasted years chasing after empty things. But Ephesians reminds us we’re not defined by where we’ve been—we’re defined by who we are in Christ: dearly loved children. This is a conversation about grace, freedom, and redemption. Whether...

The Whisper Of The Enemy

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 06:00:20 +0000

After months of silence, the Nomad Pastor Podcast is back. In this episode, I open up about how the enemy tries to creep into our minds with whispers of doubt, failure, and shame. I’ll share my own struggle of stepping away from this podcast, how those lies almost kept me from ever starting again, and how God’s truth broke through the noise. We’ll walk through scripture—Eve in the garden, Elijah under the broom tree, David on the rooftop, Peter by the fire, and even the thief on the cross—to see how the enemy always attacks the mind first. But we’ll...

Ephesians Chapter 4

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:00:37 +0000

Today, we’re digging into Ephesians Chapter 4, a powerful transition point in Paul’s letter. Up until now, Paul has been laying the foundation of who we are in Christ—chosen, redeemed, forgiven, and sealed. Now he shifts gears from identity to action. What does it look like to live like someone who belongs to Jesus? This chapter calls us to walk in unity, maturity, and holiness. It’s practical, powerful, and deeply personal. Especially for anyone trying to rebuild their life—whether from addiction, loss, or just the weight of the world—this is the roadmap to the new life we’ve been called to...

Ephesians Chapter 3

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:00:55 +0000

Today we’re digging into Ephesians Chapter 3, a chapter where Paul gets real about his calling, God’s mysterious plan, and the immeasurable love and power available to each of us in Christ. This chapter gives us a behind-the-scenes look into Paul’s heart—his mission, his passion, and his prayers for the church. If you’ve ever felt like an outsider… if you’ve ever wondered if there’s room for you in God’s story… if you’ve struggled to believe God really loves you… then this chapter is for you. #faithjourney #ChristianLife #SpiritualGrowth #TrustInGod #BikersForChrist

Ephesians Chapter 2

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:00:17 +0000

In this episode of the Nomad Pastor Podcast, we explore Ephesians 2—a chapter that reveals the incredible power of God’s grace. Have you ever felt spiritually dead, like you were just going through the motions? Paul reminds us that we’ve been brought from death to life through Christ! ️ Key Themes:✅ Saved by grace, through faith✅ Freedom from guilt and shame✅ Unity in Christ—where no one is an outsider✅ Becoming a dwelling place for God’s Spirit Don’t miss this encouraging reminder that God’s grace has transformed you, given you purpose, and made you part of His family....

Ephesians Chapter 1

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:00:18 +0000

In this episode of the Nomad Pastor Podcast, we dive into Ephesians 1—a powerful chapter packed with truth about who we are in Christ. ️ Have you ever wrestled with feeling unwanted or unsure about your purpose? Discover how God chose you before the foundation of the world, adopted you into His family, and sealed you with His Holy Spirit. Key Themes:✅ Spiritual blessings in Christ✅ Redemption through His blood✅ The inheritance we have as God’s children✅ Paul’s powerful prayer for spiritual insight Tune in now and be reminded: You are chosen, redeemed, and deeply loved by...

Lil Wolf's Testimony: A Journey of Redemption Part 2

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:41 +0000

In this powerful episode on the Nomad Pastor podcast, we sit down with Lil Wolf, a man whose life journey is a testimony to God’s amazing grace and transformative power. From a turbulent past marked by struggles, and rebellion, to finding freedom, purpose, and redemption through faith, Lil Wolf shares his raw and authentic story. If you’ve ever doubted that change is possible, Lil Wolf’s testimony will encourage you to believe in the God who never stops pursuing you. Tune in and be inspired! #faithjourney #ChristianLife #SpiritualGrowth #TrustInGod #BikersForChrist #ForgedBrotherhoodMC

Lil Wolf's Testimony: A Journey of Redemption Part 1

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:00:05 +0000

Have you been hurt by people in the Church?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 07:00:15 +0000

Church hurt is real, and it can leave lasting scars. But it’s important to remember that the Church is made up of imperfect people who often fall short. In this episode, we explore Romans 12:10-13 and how God calls us to love one another deeply, show honor, and extend hospitality—even when it’s hard. If you’ve been hurt by people in the Church, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about healing, forgiveness, and how to rediscover community through God’s grace. ❤️ Listen now at www.nomadpastor.org or wherever you find your podcasts. #ChurchHurt #HealingInChrist #Romans12 #Forgiveness #NomadPastor #FaithPodcast #ChristianCommunity #BikersForChrist...

What is Christmas Really About?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:00:18 +0000

This Christmas season, let’s refocus on the true reason for our celebration. In this episode, we dive into Luke 2:10-11, where the angel declares the good news of great joy for all people: the birth of our Savior, Christ the Lord. Christmas isn’t about gifts, lights, or traditions—it’s about the ultimate gift of Jesus, who brings hope, peace, and salvation to a broken world. Tune in to hear how this message of joy can transform your heart this season and beyond. #WhatChristmasIsReallyAbout #Luke2 #ChristIsBorn #NomadPastor #Faith #Podcast #MerryChristmas #BikersForChrist #ForgedBrotherhoodMC

Resilience Through Life's Storms

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 07:00:14 +0000

Life’s storms can shake us to our core, but God’s promises remind us that we are never alone. In this episode, we dive into James 1:2-4, which challenges us to find joy in trials, knowing they strengthen our faith. We also explore Isaiah 43:2, where God assures us that He will be with us through the waters and the fire, ensuring we will not be overwhelmed. Join us as we share practical insights, personal stories, and encouragement to stand firm in faith, even when the waves crash hardest. Whether you’re facing challenges or walking alongside someone who is, this...

Environmental Stewardship

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 07:00:22 +0000

As followers of Christ, we are called to care for God’s creation. In Genesis 2:15, we see God’s instruction to Adam: “The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it.” This isn’t just an ancient command—it’s a timeless charge for all believers to steward the Earth with love and responsibility. Join us as we explore how faith and environmental responsibility intersect, and discover practical ways to honor God through creation care. Let’s be faithful stewards of this incredible gift! #EnvironmentalStewardship #ChristianFaith #Genesis215 #CreationCare #FaithAndAction ...

Faith and Addiction Recovery

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 06:00:44 +0000

In this episode, we explore the deeply spiritual dimension of addiction recovery. Guided by key scriptures, 1 Corinthians 10:13 and James 5:16, we delve into the truth that addiction is not just a physical or psychological struggle, but a spiritual battle as well. 1 Corinthians 10 assures us that no temptation is too great to overcome, and God always provides a way out. James 5 reminds us of the healing power that comes through confession and prayer within a supportive community. This episode will highlight the importance of spiritual accountability, the role of confession, and the transformative power of prayer....

Living Out Faith in a Secular World

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 06:00:07 +0000

How can Christians live faithfully in a society that often opposes their beliefs? In this episode, we focus on Romans 12:2, which calls believers to resist conforming to the world’s ways and instead be transformed by a renewed mind in Christ. Living out your faith in a secular world can feel countercultural, but it’s exactly what we are called to do. We will explore the practical challenges that come with being a Christian in workplaces, schools, and social settings that may not share or respect your values. How can you maintain your integrity, shine your light, and remain steadfast in...

The Worst Thing Ever and the Best Thing Ever: The Paradox of the Cross

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 06:00:45 +0000

Today we’re tackling a profound, and maybe surprising, topic: ‘The worst thing ever is the murder of the Son of God, and the best thing ever is the death of the Son of God.’ Now, I know that may sound confusing at first—how can the greatest tragedy in history also be the greatest victory? But this paradox is at the very heart of the Gospel, and I think as we unpack it together, you’ll see why the crucifixion of Jesus is the most important event in all of human history. We’re going to take some time today to explore what...

Lil Wolf Ministries: Yeshua's Army

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 06:00:34 +0000

Today we sit down with Lil Wolf and Yeshua’s Army. Below are links to help support Lil Wolf and this ministry. https://lil-wolf-ministries.square.site/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064649681096 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Finding Peace: Managing Stress and Anxiety as a Christian

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 06:00:02 +0000

In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety can feel overwhelming. As Christians, we have unique tools and a supportive community to help navigate these challenging times. Join us as we explore biblical teachings, prayer techniques, and practical tips to manage stress and find lasting peace. Let’s journey together towards a life filled with faith, hope, and tranquility. ✨ #ChristianLife #FaithOverFear #StressRelief #AnxietySupport #FindingPeace #BikersForChrist #ForgeBrotherhoodMC

Navigating Doubt and Questions as a Christian

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 06:00:44 +0000

Experiencing doubt and asking questions is a natural part of the Christian journey. In this podcast, we explore how to navigate these challenges with faith and confidence when it relates to doubt and questions. Remember, doubt isn’t a sign of weak faith—it’s an opportunity for growth. Join us in embracing this journey together! ✨ #FaithJourney #ChristianLife #SpiritualGrowth #NavigatingDoubt #TrustInGod #BikersForChrist #ForgedBrotherhoodMC

Do you follow the Jesus of the Bible?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 06:00:29 +0000

Do you follow the Jesus of the Bible? Can you be a Christian and not follow what scripture says about Christ or believe his Deity? Hebrews 1:1-4 1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. 3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he...

We Need Prayer Warriors!!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 06:00:45 +0000

Remember that having a prayer warrior interceding on your behalf is just as important as you are standing on the stage. 2 Chronicles 7:14 if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Unity in ministry is critical

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 15 May 2024 06:00:02 +0000

It is so critical that as Christians we are united. When we argue, fight, talk bad about, or damage the reputation of other Christians we are really saying that Christ was not enough for everyone. Our scripture today is 1 Corinthians 1:10. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

How forgiveness impacts ministry

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 08 May 2024 06:00:11 +0000

With everything going on in the world today and in our personal lives it is imperative to forgive people and forgive ourselves. Today we review Colossians 3:12-14 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Lets Talk about Depression

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 06:00:19 +0000

This week we will talk about dealing with depression. It is an inevitable thing that is going to occur and being able to deal with it the right way can be a great resource to all of us. Psalms 34:18 says “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

How to deal with struggles in life

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 06:00:36 +0000

This week we will talk about dealing with struggles in life. It is an inevitable thing that is going to occur and being able to deal with it the right way can be a great resource to all of us. Home https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Ask, Seek, Knock

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 06:00:20 +0000

This week we will talk about Matthew 7:7-12 Ask, Seek, Knock. This part of scripture is trying to teach us how to Ask, Seek, and Knock. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

How are we supposed to treat our body?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:00:41 +0000

This week we will talk about how we are supposed to treat our body. The Bible talks about our body as a temple and how we are supposed to treat like a temple but today we are all about convenience and the world. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

What does the Bible say about Prayer

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:00:31 +0000

This week we will talk about what the Bible says about Prayer. Our relationship with God depends on communication, which is done through prayer. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Leadership and Influence

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 07:00:37 +0000

This week we are going to talk about Leadership and Influence. As we walk through life and learn to follow Jesus Christ, we can also provide leadership and influence others. We also have to look at who is our leaders and who we allow to influence our walk. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Discernment: Recognizing the Voice of God and the Holy Spirit

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 07:00:19 +0000

This week we are going to talk about Discernment. We need to recognize the Voice of God and the Holy Spirit in our life and not run away or ignore it.

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Sinner Saved by Grace or Saint Who Sins?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 07:00:31 +0000

This week we are going to talk about the common thing we hear Christians say. “I am just a Sinner saved by Grace.” While this is true that we are saved by grace does it change ever? https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Don't hide in the baggage

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 07:00:22 +0000

This week we are going to talk about hiding in the baggage like Saul did, or maybe a better way to explain it is running away from your calling. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Can I act how I want because I am saved?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 07:00:57 +0000

Lately, I have heard more and more people say that they can act however they want or say whatever they want because they are saved and Christ forgives them. Is it true that people can act however they want because they are saved? https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Today we talk about Holidays and Christians

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 07:00:03 +0000

Today we talk about Holidays and Christians. We discussed a couple of different topics around various holidays. The conversation might surprise you but do we agree? https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

The Prodigal Son Revisited

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 07:00:32 +0000

Today we talk about The Prodigal Son again with so much going on in the world we felt this topic needed a refresh. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 06:00:17 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Lost Sheep in Matthew 18:10-14 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Parable of the Tree and Its Fruit

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 06:00:52 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Tree and Its Fruit in Luke 6:43-45 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Parable of the Persistent Widow

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 06:00:15 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Persistent Widow in Luke 18:1-8 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Today we also talked about a ministry that helps provide drinking water in Pakistan. If you want to know more please check the links below. SparkPlug Ministries: https://sparkplugministries.com/ Wells of Salvation: https://jesusandwater.com/ Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Parable of the Net

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:00:31 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Net in Matthew 13:47-50 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

We Need People and We Need God!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 06:00:54 +0000

Today we will spend time discussing one topic that is really important to me. I spend my life thinking I could do everything alone but I have come to realize that not only do I need God but I need People. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Can you be a Christian and not follow the teachings of Jesus?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 06:01:53 +0000

Today we will spend time discussing one topic that will be hard for some people to hear or maybe even accept. In today’s world, several want to be saved by Christ but still choose not to follow Christ. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Lost Coin

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:01:21 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Lost Coin in Luke 15:8-10 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Armor of God

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 06:01:36 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about The Armor of God. Ephesians 6:10–17 (NIV) 10Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but...

The Vision God has for Us

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 06:01:38 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about the Vision that God has for us. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Rich Fool

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 06:01:16 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Rich Fool in Luke 12:16-21 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Birds of the Air

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 31 May 2023 06:01:27 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Birds of the Air in Matthew 6:26 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Wise and Foolish Builders

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 24 May 2023 06:01:49 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders in Matthew 7:24-27 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

How to grow in Christ

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 17 May 2023 06:01:14 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about How to grow in Christ. I believe this one verse John 3:30 He must become greater; I must become less will help us to grow in Christ https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Understanding the Bible

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 10 May 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about Understanding the Bible. The message of Scripture is about God’s glory in our redemption through one central figure – Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Dealing with Doubt

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 03 May 2023 06:01:56 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about Doubt and to do that we will look at John 20:24-29 John 20:24-29 Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he said to...

The Parable of the Salt and Light

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 06:01:01 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Salt and Light from Matthew 5:13-16 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Difference between Jesus is your Lord and Jesus is your Savior

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 06:01:34 +0000

Today we will spend time discussing the difference between Jesus as your Lord and Jesus as your Savior. When we make Jesus Lord, we get Jesus as Savior thrown in. That is, it becomes part of the total package. The order is important. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and...

The Parable of the Prodigal Son

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 06:01:10 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Parable of the Good Samaritan

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 06:01:41 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:25-37 https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Repentance

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:01:48 +0000

According to the New Testament, there’s a difference between repentance and remorse. Matthew 27: 1 Early in the morning, all the chief priests and the elders of the people came to the decision to put Jesus to death. 2 They bound him, led him away and handed him over to Pilate, the governor. 3 When...

The Parable of the Weeds

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:01:37 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Weeds in Matthew 13:24-30. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Parable of the Talents

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:01:56 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about The Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Why You Are Worthy

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 07:01:58 +0000

For a long time, we have been telling people three simple things: You are Loved, You Matter, and You are Worthy. Today I want to dig into that just a little to show people they are worthy and how scripture backs that up. Matthew 13:44–46 (NIV) The Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl...

Why Does God Allow Evil?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 07:01:06 +0000

A question that I know gets asked a lot and I personally have asked it many times is this: If God is good, why is there so much evil in the world? Why do we have war and murder, atrocity after atrocity, famine after famine, and pandemics? Why do innocent children die at the hands...

Miracles Happen When We Pray!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 07:01:10 +0000

I am sure we all have heard about Damar Hamlin. During the game between the Bills and the Bengal’s Damar took a hit and collapsed right after standing up. I watched the hit, I saw it when it happened, and if I am being honest, it really didn’t look that bad. I have seen much...

The Parables of Jesus - New Wine into Old Wineskins

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 07:01:38 +0000

Today we are going to spend time talking about one of the Parables of Jesus, specifically, we are going to talk about the New Wine into Old Wineskins. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

The Parables of Jesus: The Speck and The Plank

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 07:01:45 +0000

Jesus’s parables are seemingly simple and memorable stories, often with imagery, and all teach a lesson in our daily lives. Scholars have commented that although these parables seem simple, the messages they convey are deep and central to the teachings of Jesus. Christian authors view them not as mere similitudes that serve the purpose of...

Honoring the testimony of people when they bless you with it

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 07:01:26 +0000

Every Christian has a testimony about their walk and what has happened in life that got them where they are today. Have you ever noticed that people listen to the testimony to respond and not actually get the blessing God is trying to convey? Don’t miss this opportunity and honor the time people spend telling...

Resolutions and why we lose focus on them

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:01:37 +0000

As we start Season 3 of the Nomad Pastor Podcast we also begin 2023 so we felt it was fitting to talk about resolutions. Every year people make them: lose weight, quit smoking, be nice, and on and on. The problem is these resolutions fizzle out quickly. Why is that? https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor...

Utilizing your past to grow the future Kingdom

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 07:01:59 +0000

Everyone has a past that we have to consider as we minister to the world. We each have different things, tools, and experiences that we have been through that give us unique gifts to minister to different communities of people. We have to learn to use our past to grow the kingdom of God so...

What are the core values of a Christian?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 07:01:53 +0000

Today’s podcast talks specifically about Paul’s teaching in Galatians 5: 22-26 where he teaches about the Fruit of the Spirit. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Just get up and Do It!!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 07:01:14 +0000

Today’s podcast talks specifically about The Healing at the Pool of Bethesda. This is a great time in the ministry and Christ and as we dig into it can teach us so much that we need in today’s society. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

How to walk away from people when you have grown past them but they refuse to recognize it?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 07:01:43 +0000

Today’s topic is a little different. As followers of Christ, we grow each and every day. so we have to ask the simple question. How do we walk away from people when we have grown past them but they refuse to either accept it or recognize it? https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor Check out our YouTube...

What does it mean to be a Christian Woman

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 07:00:51 +0000

Today we wanted to talk about what it means to be a Christian woman. We know it is crazy for 2 men to talk about it but this was requested so we will do our best. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Do you have to like someone to show them Love?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:01:18 +0000

I think we often mistake Love and showing love with liking people or being friendly. Today we talk about it to try and understand the possibilities. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Is it easier to stay in the Pain that we know versus the Pain that we don't know

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:01:23 +0000

Today we wanted to talk about pain but we wanted to be more specific and talk about it in depth. Is it easier to stay in the pain that we know versus the pain that we don’t know? https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

Boundaries in Life

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:01:25 +0000

Do we allow the boundaries in our lives to protect us or keep us captive? If we are not careful those boundaries that we use to keep people out and stay safe will eventually work in the exact opposite and keep us in a prison that we are afraid to leave. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist...

Is there a difference between Joy and Happiness?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 06:01:24 +0000

Today we talk about Joy and what that really looks like. The main question is: Is there a difference between Joy and Happiness? https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com #bikersforchrist #rushingwindministries #nomadpastor Check out our YouTube Channel here: Nomad Pastor

What is Grace?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 06:01:50 +0000

Today’s podcast is about one of the most used and probably least understood words in the Christian faith today. GRACE. Better men than me have tried to fully explain grace and have failed. In a small way I only wish today to talk about grace and how it affects us and what we can learn...

Dealing with conflict in the church

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:01:18 +0000

Far too often we see churches and church leadership that ignore conflict within the congregation. We see a leadership team that seems to overlook the sin or refuse church discipline. Today we will talk about this and some of the potential impacts it has on a church body, Christianity and leadership. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Challenges and the way we face them

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 06:01:32 +0000

Today we talk about challenges in life and how we face them. Sometimes those challenges are large or small but we still have to understand we handle them to be successful. https://www.nomadpastor.org https://www.bikersforchrist.org https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Leaving Your Church: Is it OK?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 06:01:34 +0000

The decision to leave a church is a tough one, primarily because of the relationships you create within the body of the church. You make friends you love and have done life with, but there are still times when you must leave. Additionally, it becomes complicated by other issues because there is a perception of...

What does it mean to be a Christian Man?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 01:01:44 +0000

Today we talk about what it means to be a Christian man. This topic is something that, honestly, we could probably spend several episodes discussing, but we do our best to fit it all into one.

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Rick and Rob One on One

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 01:01:42 +0000

Today is the beginning of our new podcast. We just talked, and as we move forward, this podcast will evolve to what God is calling us to do. Please send us an email to hello@nomadpastor.org with topics that you would like to hear about.

To learn more about Bikers for Christ, please visit: www.bikersforchrist.org

To learn more about Forged Brotherhood, please visit: www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com

Lil Wolf Ministries

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 01:01:59 +0000

Today we had the pleasure of having Lil’ Wolf on the podcast again. This time we also had several members of Lil Wolf Ministries that are currently making the Yeshua’s Army Run with him on at the same time.

https://www.lilwolfministries.org/index.html

We also had James “Billboard” Rice, Author of “The Epic Quest for Jesus,” on today as well. Here is a link to his book: Amazon

Slow Your Roll

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 01:01:51 +0000

Slow down and research ministries before you jump in feet first. Make sure that they honor God and don’t impact your walk with Christ.

Delivered from Addiction

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 01:01:58 +0000

Webster’s definition of addiction – To devote or surrender oneself to something (or someone) habitually or obsessively.

Eph 2:3 All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of wrath.

Politics

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 01:01:11 +0000

As Christians should we stay out of politics? Should we walk away from conversations about politics? Are we supposed to be silent about our religious beliefs?

DISSECTING the WORLD’S RELIGIONS: WHICH STAND UP to the TEST?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 01:01:17 +0000

What are Your Spiritual Beliefs? We All Have Doubts – Be Certain YOU are on the Correct Path!

As a physician, I know that spiritual health is paramount, taking precedence over both the physical and the psychiatric. Without adequate spiritual well-being, there is no legitimate foundation upon which one’s overall health can be complete. Yet, in our darkened and often lost world, far too many are wallowing about in the swamps and dense forests of spiritual confusion and false beliefs. And in truth, this presents the greatest danger one could imagine!

For any of Pauls books please visit: https://riseandsoarministries.com/

Prove It!!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 01:01:51 +0000

In today’s review of James 2:14-26, we learn that “faith,” which does not show itself through God-driven works, proves itself to be a faith that will not save. It is nothing more than mere talk. Do you see in life Christians that believe that just checking the box and going to church on Sunday is all that is needed for Salvation but is that enough? Can you be saved and not do what we are commanded to do? I have heard countless times people say something like, “I go to church and Sundays, or I am a good Christian because I pay my tithing.” I love to ask what they did today for the growth of the kingdom when I know the answer already. The puzzled look I get or the non-response speaks volumes. I am not trying to be mean or confrontational, but I am trying to make them understand that just doing those 1 or 2 things doesn’t guarantee you a spot with Christ.

Faith in Hardships

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 01:01:23 +0000

Last week I talked about the Storms in our life, and today, I want to try and build on that by talking about hardships. That is what storms cause, hardships. If you are discouraged by hardships, I want to encourage you to look past the difficulties so that you can embrace the possibilities in front of you.

Hebrews 11:32-12:2 11: 32 And what more shall I say? I do not have time to tell about Gideon, Barak, Samson, and Jephthah, about David and Samuel and the prophets, 33 who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, 34 quenched the fury of the flames, and escaped the edge of the sword; whose weakness was turned to strength; and who became powerful in battle and routed foreign armies. 35 Women received back their dead, raised to life again. There were others who were tortured, refusing to be released so that they might gain an even better resurrection. 36 Some faced jeers and flogging, and even chains and imprisonment. 37 They were put to death by stoning; they were sawed in two; they were killed by the sword. They went about in sheepskins and goatskins, destitute, persecuted, and mistreated—38 the world was not worthy of them. They wandered in deserts and mountains, living in caves and in holes in the ground. 39 These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised, 40 since God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect. 12: 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him, he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Storms of Life

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 01:01:13 +0000

Sometimes I truly love to watch a rainstorm coming. The best place for me to watch a storm is on the banks of almost any lake where you can see the clouds off in the distance and then you start to see the rain roll over the water as it comes towards you. To me it is just beautiful to see this occur in nature and then to watch as it fades away like a memory.

Matthew 8:23-27 “Then he got into the boat and his disciples followed him. Without warning, a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. The disciples went and woke him, saying, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown!” He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm. The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey him!”

Social Ministry

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 01:01:22 +0000

What does it look like to really do Social Ministry? While I don’t know the answer we are going to strive to figure it out.

Gratitude

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 01:01:07 +0000

It is not hard to see that we live in a broken and wrecked world. It is everywhere we look. I recently did a podcast asking if we are living in the end times because it seems like we are close based on everything I see. God told us that this would happen. Jesus said in Matthew 24:12 Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold. Every day it becomes more and more clear that we are living in a wrecked world. We have wrecked marriages, wrecked homes, wrecked families, a wrecked economy, a wrecked political system, and as bad as it is today the closer we get to the return of Christ the worse it is going to get.

Are you willing to die for a lie?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 01:01:47 +0000

Today my question is simple? Would you be willing to die for a lie? Not just would you die but would you be tortured and die for a lie that you knew wasn’t true? That is the biggest part of the question, that you knew that it wasn’t true. I believe that when people challenge Christianity today, they overlook a key area of evidence. We can trust the testimony of the apostles because so many of them died a martyr’s death because they stood on two truths: The first truth is the deity of Christ and the second is the resurrection of Christ. The men were persecuted, tortured, beaten, and faced death by some of the cruelest and most painful methods we can imagine. Let’s just run through real fast the Apostles.

Are we living in The End Times?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 01:01:47 +0000

2 Timothy 3:1–5

1 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. 2 People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, 4 treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God—5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.

These words were spoken by Paul in A.D. 66! This was over 1900 years ago. Yet reading these words is like reading online news from almost any source. They show our sin and rebellion toward God. We have always been stubborn and disobedient toward God.

Right or Wrong: The Moral Argument for GOD!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 01:01:04 +0000

There are numerous arguments for the existence of God, but one today is so important that I feel like we need to talk about it. You see we have a design argument, a cosmological argument, a first-cause argument, and others but today we need to talk about the Moral Argument for God. Each one of these can take hours to explain but I am going to try and do it in the limited time today.

I have been praying about this message for a long time and just haven’t felt it was time to say it, I will admit that the reason I have not wanted or felt like it was time for this topic is because of my own insecurities and fear. Maybe I won’t do it justice or just confuse someone but at the end of the God, this is what God is directing me to talk about. If you have listened, you know I am a huge fan of apologetics and study it as much as I can. I hope that one day to attend the Cross-Examined Instructors Academy with some of the best apologetics in the world. Because of this you may have heard this argument before, read it in books, or listening to podcasts or some other media outlet, which is ok, but I want you to know this is not something I just decided to talk about. What I am going to say is the same thing you will hear from several other sources.

C.S. Lewis summarized the Moral Argument in Mere Christianity this way:

There is a universal Moral Law
If there is a universal Moral Law, there is a Moral Law giver
If there is a Moral Law giver, it must be something beyond the universe.
Therefore, there is something beyond the universe

From the Club to Christ – 1:1 with Burn

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 01:01:10 +0000

This podcast marks the 1-year anniversary of Nomad Pastor. This is episode 52 and I cannot believe all the things God is doing in our lives. As a special episode today I sat down with former Motorcycle Club Member Chris “Burn” OBrien and we talked about his story from a young age and how that shaped his adult life until the day Christ kicked open the door.

BATMAN is Back

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 25 May 2022 01:01:31 +0000

Today we talk about several things with Rob “Batman” Reaves including Hope and Tres Dias.

You can find out more about Tres Dias here: https://www.tresdias.org/

To learn more about Forged Brotherhood MC: https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com/

If you want to talk about Bikers for Christ MM you can find info and a local contact person here: https://bikersforchrist.org/

Numbers in the Bible

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 18 May 2022 01:01:21 +0000

What significance do numbers have in the Bible?

Most numbers carry a symbolic purpose in the Bible.

Seven, for instance, also means completeness and perfection; as does the number 3.

In the Bible, numbers can have many purposes, such as conveying something significant in the narrative: prophetically, spiritually, or symbolically.

I want to look at two of these numbers today in the podcast. The numbers 3 and 7 because personally I have seen how much importance they have in my life, and I wanted to dig into them a little more and since I am an IT guy, I love data. I love to research and figure out what is happening. I love researching the truth and understanding how everything fits together.

Learn more about Bikers For Christ at: https://bikersforchrist.org/

1:1 with Pastor Nick Deford

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 11 May 2022 01:01:01 +0000

Today I had the pleasure to sit down and talk to Nick Deford who is the Senior Pastor for Zephyrhills First Nazarene. We talked about several topics today that I think are important to everyone who listens. Here are some links for you to get more information about Nick and his ministry work.

https://www.zfnfamily.org/

https://www.visitgoconference.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7bbcdRUMHvemj7c_rlUYA

Have you been hurt by the Church?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 04 May 2022 01:01:15 +0000

For me, one of the biggest issues I have seen within the church is people getting hurt by other Christians. It may seem small to some but large to others. The little comments, the negative looks, the judgment, the fear, the false doctrine, the members that have no idea what real salvation looks like, maybe the neglect from members or is it just the sure volume of landmines that we must navigate just getting in and out of the building. Honestly, it is truly a shame that we even have to have this conversation.

All of this equates to the likelihood of getting “Church Hurt”. If you don’t know what that means it doesn’t mean you haven’t felt it. At the simplest level Church Hurt is: The pain sometimes inflicted by a religious institution – a pain that distances sufferers from their communities and from God. It is kind of a shame that when we commit to a local church that we fear sooner or later it will hurt us.

Learn more about Bikers For Christ at: https://bikersforchrist.org/

Life’s Patterns

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 01:01:54 +0000

“For through the law I died to the law so that I might live for God. I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” (Gal. 2:19–20).

When you plan a vacation don’t you take the time to carefully think about and plot out where you want to go? How do you want to travel? The route you are going to take. Unfortunately, too many people do not consider life as an adventure to be carefully mapped out prior to takeoff. As Christians, we need to ask ourselves what we expect to receive from life for the coming year and, more important, what we expect to give to life during the months ahead, especially if we don’t spend any amount of time planning the trip.

Learn more about Bikers For Christ at: https://bikersforchrist.org/

Meeting people where they are!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 01:01:13 +0000

What does meeting someone where they are mean?

Meeting someone where they are means putting aside our wants for them, whether those wants are in service to them or not, and endeavoring to understand where they are in their journey. It begins by listening without judgment, asking questions openly and honestly, and above all recognizing that they are human.

Free Will

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 01:01:03 +0000

When God created us in his image, he gave us something unique. He wanted to give us something to show us how much he loves us and how much he didn’t want slaves. That unique thing that God has given us all is free will so that we could make our own choices, good or bad, according to what we wanted freely. You may not have recognized that but free will started in Genesis 2:16-17 And the LORD God commanded the man, “You are free to eat from any tree in the garden; but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat from it you will certainly die. Here we are told we are free to eat from any tree but one. We can eat from it but if we do, we know what will happen.

Learn more about Bikers For Christ at: https://bikersforchrist.org/

If You Really Care, Share

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 01:01:38 +0000

“Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles. Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid more than once when I was in need. Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account. I have received full payment and have more than enough. I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 4:14–19 NIV.

What does it mean to have Strength?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 01:01:50 +0000

As I started thinking about this next part of Philippians I really wanted to try and understand what it means to be strong or what it means to have strength. If you look up the definition it seems pretty clear but maybe it’s not. The definition says there are 3 options first is the quality or state of being strong: capacity for exertion or endurance. The second option is the power to resist force: solidity, toughness. And the third option is the power of resisting attack: impregnability.

Philippians 4:10-13 10 I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Inspiration of Noble Living

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 01:01:53 +0000

I have heard several times that this is an age of gracious living. What does that really mean though in today’s world?

Scripture Reading: Philippians 4:8–9: 8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

The Marks of a Christian

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 01:01:38 +0000

How can you determine if someone is a Christian? What are the Marks of a Christian?

Scripture Reading: Philippians 4:1-7

Batman – Forged Brotherhood MC

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:01:52 +0000

Today I had the privilege to sit down and interview Rob “Batman” Reaves one of the founding members of Forged Brotherhood MC. If you want information about Forged Brotherhood MC please see the links below.

https://www.forgedbrotherhoodmc.com/

https://www.facebook.com/ForgedBrotherhoodMC

What is a Sacred Cow??

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 01:01:28 +0000

Have you ever heard someone say don’t let that become your sacred cow? Before we start asking the question about what your sacred cow is we must first identify what a sacred cow really is? If you look it up in the dictionary or google it will tell you that sacred cow is a noun and it means: an idea, custom, or institution held, especially unreasonable, to be above criticism. So, if we try to understand this, I look at what this means I would say it is something we don’t like to question or something that we feel like we are not allowed to question, maybe even taboo to mention it.

Instant Gratification!!

The Nomad Pastor — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:37:03 +0000

Throughout the Bible we see a theme of things happening instantly; We see it happen over and over in various Gospels and Epistles.

2 Corinthians 6:2 For he says, “In the time of my favor I heard you, and in the day of salvation I helped you.” I tell you, now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation.

What does God desire of us?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 01:00:52 +0000

“He has showed you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God” Micah 6:8

The Good Samaritan

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:00:14 +0000

A study in 2021 said that 71% of internet users in the US use Facebook regularly. With those high numbers, it is safe to say that someone listening has been scrolling through Facebook and read a post about someone that needs help.

The Parable of the Good Samaritan is a wonderful story that Jesus tells to illustrate how we must love our neighbors as ourselves. It is about a generous person who was ready to provide help to a stranger in distress without hesitation. We should never ignore people when they are in need and assist them no matter who are what they are. The Parable of the Good Samaritan puts the greatest commandment to love others into action. In Matthew 22:36-40 we are told the greatest commandment is to Love God with all our heart and the second part of that is to Love your neighbor as yourself. As we review this Parable from Christ, we must do it with this in mind. We must completely understand what Christ is teaching us in the parable and to do that we have to make sure we look at it in the right context.

Progressive Christianity

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:01:21 +0000

I spent a couple episodes talking about Mormonism and if Mormons can be Christians without following the bible and now, we must ask the same thing about Progressive Christianity today. So, let’s ask the question what is Progressive Christianity?

Don’t be blinded by the shiny objects or the love everyone no sin everything is ok message. That is not biblical and will pull you away from the truth.

Are Mormons Christians Part 2?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 00:01:52 +0000

As I start part 2 of this I need to just cut right to the chase. There are several questions that need to be answered about what the beliefs are within the Mormon religion so that we can clearly identify if they truly follow the teachings of the bible or ignore them.

Secret of Happiness

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 00:01:29 +0000

Psalm 32 shows God’s blessings for those who are forgiven:

1 How blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Whose sin is covered!

2 How blessed is the man to whom the LORD does not impute iniquity, And in whose spirit there is no deceit!

3 When I kept silent about my sin, my body wasted away Through my groaning all day long.

4 For day and night Your hand was heavy upon me; My vitality was drained away as with the fever heat of summer.

5 I acknowledged my sin to You, And my iniquity I did not hide; I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the LORD”; And You forgave the guilt of my sin.

6 Therefore, let everyone who is godly pray to You in a time when You may be found; Surely in a flood of great waters they will not reach him.

7 You are my hiding place; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance.

8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you.

9 Do not be as the horse or as the mule which have no understanding, Whose trappings include bit and bridle to hold them in check, Otherwise they will not come near to you.

10 Many are the sorrows of the wicked, But he who trusts in the LORD, lovingkindness shall surround him.

11 Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, you righteous ones; And shout for joy, all you who are upright in heart.

Why do you have Faith?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:01:20 +0000

“always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you to give a reason for the hope that you have, but do so with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15

What is your bait?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 00:01:17 +0000

Matthew 4:19 “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.”

What is your bait?

Are Mormons Christians?

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 00:01:11 +0000

Are Mormons Christians?

American Christianity

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 00:01:58 +0000

Romans 13:1-7

Jesus turns Water to Wine

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:01:17 +0000

Do you believe in miracles?

Jesus is a miracle worker. He can turn water into wine, and he can work a miracle in your life. Let him do it today!

John 2:1-11

The Pattern of Life

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:01:45 +0000

The Pattern of Life:

Scripture Reading – Galatians 2:15–21

What to Imitate

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:01:17 +0000

Scripture Reading: Philippians 3:17–21

A Mature Life

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:01:48 +0000

What is the secret to a mature life? Philippians 3:12 – 16

Profit and Loss

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:01:04 +0000

Philippians 3:4–11

True Believers

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:01:27 +0000

Philippians 3:1-3

Keeping a Good Attitude

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 00:01:13 +0000

Today we welcome back Steve “TwoPlates” and we talk about having a good attitude when things are going bad.

Lil Wolf Ministries Interview

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:01:36 +0000

Please Visit the Lil Wolf Store and support this amazing Godly man.

Lil Wolf Ministries Store

Outreach and Evangelism

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 00:01:10 +0000

James 2:14-17

Wake Up!!

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:01:36 +0000

Ephesians 5:14

The Worlds Strongest Man

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:01:54 +0000

Matthew 4:1–11

The Great Physician

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:01:40 +0000

Mark 2:1–12

Christian Service

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:01:37 +0000

Philippians 2:19–30

Obedience

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:48 +0000

Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:12–18

Unforgettable

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:17 +0000

Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:5–11

Christian Unity

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 06:30:20 +0000

Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:1–4

The Only Way

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 00:00:59 +0000

Today I hope to help us understand what Jesus meant when he said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6 NIV

Satan is Real

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:25 +0000

The idea of Satan or the devil has virtually disappeared from the beliefs of many people today.

The People of the Church

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:40 +0000

1 Peter 2:9-10

The Church

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 00:00:55 +0000

Matthew 18:12-14

Judgement

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:13 +0000

Matthew 7:1–5

Christian Behavior

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 00:00:25 +0000

How should we behave as Christians?

Desire or Duty

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:39 +0000

What do you desire?

Getting the Good out of Bad

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:23 +0000

Philippians 1:12-20

Joy and Prayer

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:11 +0000

Philippians 1: 1 – 11

My Story

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 00:00:22 +0000

A small part of my story for you to know me better.

Happiness

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:09 +0000

What will really make you happy?

Time

The Nomad Pastor — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:55:00 +0000

Living one day at a Time.