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259 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsWeekly messages from Abundant Life Church in Birdsboro Pennsylvania, led by Pastor Devin Blankenbiller. To learn who we are, what we're about, or how to connect with us check us out on Social Media or at abundantlifebirdsboro.com. Loving God | Loving Others| Making Followers of Christ
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Peace Over Anxiety - Part 3
April 22, 2024 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBPastor Scott continues our current series as we look at Philippians 4: 4-7 and 1 Peter 5: 6-8 as a guide for how to trust God in our most anxious moments. Support the show
Peace Over Anxiety - Part 2
April 16, 2024 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBDo not be anxious about ANYTHING? Is that even possible? With everything going on in our lives and in the world, how can we truly expect to have a life a life that's rid of anxiety and worry? Today we are looking at some of Jesus' teaching from His Sermon on the Mount. We are going to learn some ways that we can truly give our worries to God and to seek His Kingdom above all else. Support the show
Peace Over Anxiety
April 08, 2024 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBMost of us long for peaceful moments in life. However, instead we are overwhelmed with the anxieties of life. It is affecting people on all levels. We are going to be looking at Philippians 4 as a guide for how to trust God in our most anxious moments of life. Support the show
STOP THE FUNERAL - Easter Sunday
April 02, 2024 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBToday is Easter! It truly is the greatest day in history as the resurrection of Jesus has changed everything. As you celebrate today, let us remember that we can have hope in every difficult trial we go through. If Jesus rose from the dead, that power is available to us who believe. We are excited for you to join us as we celebrate Jesus! Support the show
Good Friday - SAVE ME
April 02, 2024 13:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBJoin us for a special service, centered all around the darkest, yet MOST IMPORTANT day in the life of Jesus. He died for a purpose; the greatest purpose of all. For all of us. Support the show
Moving Forward in a Certain Uncertainty
March 25, 2024 19:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBSpecial Guest Eran Holt brings a powerful Word today as he challenges us to trust God, specifically in times uncertainty. We need to let our FAITH be greater than our FEAR. Support the show
SUFFERING TOGETHER
March 18, 2024 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MBAccording to the United States Constitution, being an American comes with the right for the “pursuit of happiness”. Most Americans take that serious as we seek to live in comfort and do everything we can do to be pain free. But what happens when we suffer for believing in Jesus? Should we give up that right for the sake of Jesus? As we continue in Acts 5, we see the examples of the early apostles how to suffer well in difficult times. Support the show
HEALING TOGETHER
March 11, 2024 15:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBAs Pastor Devin continues in Acts, we take a balanced look at the topic of healing. Is God still healing today? Does he hear me when I pray? How can I access his healing power? What is the church’s role in healing? Is there a greater lesson to be learned through healing? Join us as we allow Acts 5 to guide our faith in the work that Jesus is still doing today! Support the show
SHARING TOGETHER
March 05, 2024 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBIt’s difficult in our current culture for any group of people to stay “together”. Sadly, it is also difficult for the people of God to stay unified. However, Acts gives us a picture of unity and Godly generosity! When we are generous, it encourages love, trust, and devotion to one another. Pastor Devin leads us through Acts 4 and 5 as we use the early church’s example as a guide for us today. Support the show
TOGETHER
February 27, 2024 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBWhat is the purpose of the church meeting together? Sometimes we feel that church can just be a social club, or a place where I go to get my needs met. Some feel that the church should only be about meeting the physical needs of the community? What really is the purpose of the church? In this message, Pastor Devin continues in the book of Acts, as he starts a series called “Together”. All through Acts, we see God working and building his church, however we see people working, living, an...
Jesus Continues To Build His Church
February 19, 2024 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBIt is God's desire to build His church into a marvelous spiritual house for His glory! Join us today as special guest Pastor Clayt Sheridan brings the Word to us as we jump back into our series in the Book of Acts. Support the show
Adventurous Expectancy
February 14, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBDo you ever feel that life is boring sometimes. That we sometimes go through the motions and everyday feels the same. We spend time watching others fulfill their adventures on the TV screen, or in movies, or Instagram reels. However, as we follow Jesus, He has an adventure for our lives! When we truly allow Him to lead our lives, we won’t experience “boring”, but excitement. Join us as we hear from Pastor Steve Defrain as he brings an encouraging word from Ephesians chapter three entitle...
STOP & REMEMBER - Celebration Sunday!
February 09, 2024 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBLife is busy. We are people who move from one event to the next. We fill our calendars are and have very little time to stop. However, life is missed when we don’t stop to see the big picture. Join us as Pastor Devin shares a message out of 1 Chronicles 16 called “Stop and Remember”. We need times to slow down and remember all that God has done in our lives. We look back, we stop, we rejoice, and then we move forward in the great plans God has for our lives. Support the show
Sanctuary, Pt. 5
January 29, 2024 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBDoes it really matter? Who cares if you believe there is a God, or go to church, or read a bible verse? Does it make any difference whatsoever? These are the questions Pastor Devin answers as he concludes his teaching series entitled Sanctuary. If the Sanctuary is the place where God dwells, and God is known, that transformation should happen automatically. Join us today and allow God’s Spirit to speak to your heart. Support the show
Sanctuary, Pt. 4
January 22, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBImagine one day if you woke up to find out you came into an inheritance of millions of dollars. Would your life change? Do you think you would live differently? Now Imagine that the God who created you desires to dwell with you every day. You don’t have to imagine it. Its true! But does it change anything. Pastor Devin continues his series called “Sanctuary”. He will share how knowing that God desires to dwell with us every day should change how we live, and practically how we can ap...
Sanctuary, Pt. 3
January 15, 2024 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBIf there is one thing we know about History, is that it repeats itself. This is why looking back on History, gives us opportunities to learn. In this message, Pastor Devin continues in his series called “Sanctuary”. He will lead us again into the past at the greatest pitfall and obstacle that kept God’s chosen people from pure worship with God. Support the show
Sanctuary, Pt. 2
January 08, 2024 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBDo you ever struggle to feel that you are not good enough for God? Are you overwhelmed by your mistakes and failures. Guilt can put a wall up between us and God, and keep us from God. Today Pastor Devin continues his series called “Sanctuary”. Join us as he shares has Jesus has made a way for us to dwell with God through his work on the cross, and has become our great high priest. Support the show
Sanctuary
January 02, 2024 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBAre you ready for 2024? Pastor Devin launches a new series as we head into the new year called “Sanctuary”. Sanctuary is word to describe a place of safety, or a nature preserve. But it’s also used to describe the most holy place in the house of God. Through Christ, we are called to not just show up at a building, but to allow His Spirit to dwell in our lives everywhere we go! Support the show
Turning the Page Into 2024
December 29, 2023 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.68 MBHow can we best take advantage of this last week of the 2023? Pastor Devin has a short message to encourage us to have “selective memory” as we look back on the good things God has done, forget some of the challenges of the past, and ‘press forward’ into the new year. We are going to be “turning the page” into the new year whether we like it or not. Let’s make the most of it, and believe God for many blessings ahead. Support the show
ADVENT- Joy Has Come
December 18, 2023 21:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIn our third week of Advent, Pastor Scott talks to us about the true Joy that has come through Jesus Christ. True joy is not an emotion, but is an experience! You won't want to miss this very special message. Support the show
ADVENT- Peace Has Come
December 11, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn our second week of Advent, Pastor Joe talks to us about the Peace that has come through Jesus Christ. Peace is not just the absence of conflict, but rather it is the making of something whole or complete. God sent His son Jesus to bring Peace to all those that would choose to follow Him. Are you willing to allow Jesus to give you His peace this Christmas season? God longs to be at peace with you, and He wants you to be at peace with others. Support the show
ADVENT- Hope Has Come
December 04, 2023 21:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBToday is the beginning of the celebration of the Arrival of Jesus! Thats what Advent is all about. As we count down the days until Christmas, we remember the coming of Jesus to the earth. But Jesus didn't come empty handed. Advent is the celebration of Jesus bringing Hope, Peace, Joy and Love to the world. Pastor Devin begins this series by talking about the deep HOPE that Jesus brings into our lives. What do you have Hope for? What have you lost Hope for? How can this Christmas restore tha...
ACTS: Power In His name Pt. 3
November 27, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBPastor Devin teaches on the beginning of persecution that was coming to the disciples for following Jesus. Many times, we think if something bad happens to us, God must not be with us. Yet the early disciples were punished for doing good and following God’s purpose for their life. How should we respond when we are punished for doing good? Open to Acts 4 and join us. Support the show
ACTS: Power In His name Pt. 2
November 21, 2023 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB“I’m Sorry!” How many times have you said that after making a mistake? Remorse is a good thing, but the person you offended or hurt isn’t only asking for remorse, but for you to repent. What is repentance? What is redemption? In Acts chapter three Jesus works through Peter and John to bring healing to a lame man. The focus was not the healing, the focus was repentance and redemption. Pastor Devin explains the importance of these words and the power they bring through Jesus Christ. Sup...
ACTS: Power In His name
November 13, 2023 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBHave you ever lost power in your home? An immediate change happens and one minute you had lights and power, and the next minute you have nothing. It’s a reminder of where your electrical power comes from and your need of that power. Where does our power come from for life and for peace? Is your spiritual “light” on, or are you sitting in spiritual darkness with no power? As Pastor Devin reads from Acts 3, we will look at the power that is in the name of Jesus. This story reminds us how...
What Is The Lord's Supper?
November 06, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBJoin us today as special guest, ALC's own Pastor Gary Jacabella brings a message of encouragement as he talks about the significance of Communion and why it is so important to us as believers in Christ. Support the show
Power, Preaching, People Pt. 3
October 30, 2023 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBPastor Devin continues teaching in Acts chapter 2. This chapter is a model for a healthy purpose and mission for a church, as we see power, preaching and people in Acts 2. In this message, we focus on how God transforms people’s lives and the importance that community plays in that process. The plan God used 2000 years ago is still being used in our lives today. Open your heart for God’s life changing work today! Support the show
Acts Pt. 7- Power, Preaching, People Pt. 2
October 23, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBSometimes in life we miss the mark. We can focus our attention on the wrong areas or get distracted by the things that don’t matter or are not as important. This also happens in the church today. Pastor Devin continues teaching in Acts chapter 2. This chapter is a model for a healthy purpose and mission for a church, as we see power, preaching and people in Acts 2. In this message, we focus on what is required for communicating the truth of Jesus (Preaching). We look at Peter's example...
Power, Preaching, People Pt. 2
October 23, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBSometimes in life we miss the mark. We can focus our attention on the wrong areas or get distracted by the things that don’t matter or are not as important. This also happens in the church today. Pastor Devin continues teaching in Acts chapter 2. This chapter is a model for a healthy purpose and mission for a church, as we see power, preaching and people in Acts 2. In this message, we focus on what is required for communicating the truth of Jesus (Preaching). We look at Peter's example...
Push Back The Darkness
October 16, 2023 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBGuest Speaker Andrew Dawson, Assemblies of God US Missionary and founder of Operation For Freedom, brings the Word from the book of John while sharing his heart to reach the vulnerable who are caught in the life of human trafficking. Support the show
Acts Pt. 6: Power, Preaching, People
October 09, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBSometimes in life we miss the mark. We can focus our attention on the wrong areas or get distracted by the things that don’t matter or are not as important. This also happens in the church today. Pastor Devin starts teaching in Acts chapter 2. This chapter is a model for a healthy purpose and mission for a church, as we see power, preaching and people in Acts 2. In this message, we focus on the Power that we need, and where that power comes from. Support the show
Power, Preaching, People
October 09, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBSometimes in life we miss the mark. We can focus our attention on the wrong areas or get distracted by the things that don’t matter or are not as important. This also happens in the church today. Pastor Devin starts teaching in Acts chapter 2. This chapter is a model for a healthy purpose and mission for a church, as we see power, preaching and people in Acts 2. In this message, we focus on the Power that we need, and where that power comes from. Support the show
Acts Pt. 5: Don't Be A Judas
October 02, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB“Judas” is not a popular name used in America. Not many parents are choosing to name their child “Judas” over names like “John”, “Mark”, “Carson”, or “Tyler”. The reason goes all the way back to the Bible story of Judas betraying Jesus. In this message, Pastor Devin encourages us, if we are not going to even name our children “Judas”, let us not act like Judas. Let us look at the mistakes he made and learn from him. Even though his mistakes are similar to Peter’s, their outcomes in life ar...
Acts: Don't Be A Judas
October 02, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB“Judas” is not a popular name used in America. Not many parents are choosing to name their child “Judas” over names like “John”, “Mark”, “Carson”, or “Tyler”. The reason goes all the way back to the Bible story of Judas betraying Jesus. In this message, Pastor Devin encourages us, if we are not going to even name our children “Judas”, let us not act like Judas. Let us look at the mistakes he made and learn from him. Even though his mistakes are similar to Peter’s, their outcomes in life ar...
Acts Pt. 4- Ready, Set, Wait Pt. 2
September 25, 2023 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBIn life there are many “curveballs” that get thrown at us. Life gets complicated. We experience things we are not ready for. How do we handle them? In this message, Pastor Devin continues in Chapter 1 of the book of Acts as we see a curveball that the early followers had to deal with. Support the show
Abundant Living
September 18, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBSpecial Guest Drew Gysi from The Life Institute brings the Word along with some wise, practical advice on how to manage our finances in a biblical, God-honoring way. Support the show
Acts: Pt. 3 - Ready, Set, Wait
September 11, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBIn Acts 1, we see Jesus give final instructions to his disciples. He then ascends into the clouds with the promise of his return spoken by the angels. What will the disciples do? Do they obey Him, or do they ignore Him? This is part 3 of our series in the book of Acts. Support the show
Acts: REAL FAITH Pt. 2
September 05, 2023 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBIn part 2 of Acts: REAL FAITH, we look at Jesus' final words to his disciples before he ascended into heaven. These instructions were so important because Jesus was entrusting the continuation of his ministry to them. These instructions are just as important for us as we continue to carry out Jesus’ mission on earth. Support the show
Acts: REAL FAITH
August 28, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBToday, Abundant Life Church starts a new series in the book of Acts, which is a continuation of the book of Luke and a continued look at the work of Jesus through His followers. As we start to look at this historic book of the Bible, we see followers who were eyewitnesses of Jesus are our best examples of how we can live our lives with REAL FAITH! Support the show
Follow Me & You Will See
August 21, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBJoin us today as special guest Rob Turchi, Director of The Hope Rescue Mission in Reading PA brings a challenging and encouraging Word. What would Jesus say if he was in church with us today? Find out who he would have spent the vast majority of his time with. Support the show
UPON THIS ROCK: Week 6
August 14, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBSpecial Guest Matt Muscetell from Encounter Freedom brings us the Word today as he talks more about the importance of putting on the full armor of God. Support the show
UPON THIS ROCK: Week 5
August 08, 2023 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBJoin us today as Pastor Joe Gonyea shares the Armor of God from Ephesians Chapter 6. Learn how you can prepare for battle against the schemes of the enemy. It all starts with the TRUTH. Support the show
UPON THIS ROCK: Week 4
August 01, 2023 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBJesus promises through Him, we will have victory in our lives over the forces of darkness (Matthew 16:18). But can we have freedom over spiritual bondage? Pastor Devin will share what the Bible says about Jesus' power over demonic forces, how we can know if someone is in bondage to demonic control, and how to be set free. Support the show
UPON THIS ROCK: Week 3
July 24, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBJesus gave us incredible news! As we stand on His Word, Jesus promises that His church will be built and the gates of Hell will not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18). Even though we know this truth, we still must fight the battle. Fighting the battle means understanding and knowing who you are fighting. If we don't realize there is an enemy attacking, we won't experience Jesus" victory in our lives. The powers of darkness are constantly scheming against us. Social Media Links: Facebook: f...
UPON THIS ROCK: Week 2
July 18, 2023 12:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBWhy is it so hard to follow Jesus? Why do people either reject Jesus or struggle to stay faithful to Him? The truth is, there is a spiritual battle that goes on that we don't see. A battle between God and His heavenly armies against the forces of evil. So how do we fight this fight? If the church is victorious, how can we live victorious lives? Join us today as we continue our series "UPON THIS ROCK." Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/abundantlifebirdsboro Instagram: @alchurchpa S...
UPON THIS ROCK: Week 1
July 10, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBThere are many difficult aspects of the church today and it seems to be in decline in America. People are leaving the church more and more each year. Some people would tell you to give up on the church. Pastor Devin shares today that the church still have a great purpose and will not be defeated. Join us today as we start a new series based on Matthew 16:18 called “Upon this Rock.” Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/abundantlifebirdsboro Instagram: @alchurchpa Spotify: https://o...
I Will Praise His Name Among The Nations
July 03, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBSpecial Guest, Pastor Clayt Sheridan, one of ALC's very own, brings a very special message to us. As he shares his time in Tanzania, as well as testimonies from his trip to Africa in September of 2022. He reminds us that we are to praise the name of Jesus among all the nations! Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/abundantlifebirdsboro Instagram: @alchurchpa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0nnOPjL0QVBQjvMtLiiCl9 iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abundant-life-church...
YOUTH SUNDAY- Getting Connected Within The Church
June 26, 2023 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBIt's Youth Sunday! As Pastor Scott Drumheller talks about getting connected in the church, we have a couple of special guest speakers (students of our very own TORCH Youth Ministry) Nathan Barrett and Judah Blankenbiller, who share some of their testimonies and confirm the importance of relationship and connection within the body of believers. Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/abundantlifebirdsboro Instagram: @alchurchpa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0nnOPjL0QVBQjvMtLiiCl...
Better Relationships WEEK 5: Better Parenting
June 19, 2023 15:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBAs we wrap up our ‘Better Relationships’ series, we are talking about our relationships with our kids and with our parents. This is a relationship in most of our lives that is different than any other kind of relationship. The role of a parent in a child’s life is so vital to their development. The relationship between a child and their parent is always there; through different seasons of life. God’s word gives us direction on how those relationships can be so much better and God-honoring...
Better Relationships WEEK 4: Better Marriage
June 12, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBToday, we are focusing on God’s design for a better marriage. As we look at God’s reasoning for marriage, we can understand how marriage should function between a husband and a wife. No matter what state your marriage is in, or if you are hoping to be married, you will want to join us for this very relevant message. Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/abundantlifebirdsboro Instagram: @alchurchpa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0nnOPjL0QVBQjvMtLiiCl9 iTunes: https://podcasts....