Alliance Church

213 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Alliance Church is a Bible-based church in Wisconsin. What is this church all about? It's really simple - it's our vision is to connect the world with God and one another. We're ordinary people that get to be a part of the extraordinary work of connecting the world with Jesus. You matter to Him and because of that, you matter to us.

This podcast includes Sunday messages from our main location in Appleton, WI. Our primary teachers are Dr. Dennis Episcopo, Dr. Mark Harris, and Rev. Brian Episcopo.

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The 5 Gauges: Spiritual Gauge

February 05, 2023 20:38 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Pastor Brian wants to know how you're doing... really. As we jump into "The 5 Gauges", Pastor Brian explains how the spiritual gauge affects all other areas of our lives.

Biblical Forgiveness

January 29, 2023 19:01 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Pastor Dennis explains three steps we can take toward forgiving others.

How Much Is Enough?

January 23, 2023 20:36 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MB

Pastor Mark uses four examples of different kinds of faith to answer the question, "How much faith is enough?"

Walking Wisely

January 15, 2023 18:38 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Pastor Brian shares how we can face a new season seeking to walk in wisdom.

01.08.23 Appleton Message

January 08, 2023 19:24 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

Guest speaker Alan Hannah preaches at the Appleton location.

01.01.23 Appleton Message

January 01, 2023 18:17 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Dr. Mark Harris preaches at the Appleton location.

End of Year Review

December 25, 2022 19:06 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Rev. Brian Episcopo and Dr. Dennis Episcopo look back on what God did at Alliance in 2022.

He Shall Be Called: Prince of Peace

December 24, 2022 18:07 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

Christmas can spark a variety of feelings, memories, and hopes. Looking around the world, how can we understand the "peace on earth" that the Bible talks about? Pastor Brian explains what peace from Jesus is not, what fear has to do with it, and how we gain access to the peace that Jesus brings.

He Shall Be Called: Everlasting Father

December 18, 2022 20:40 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

Why did Isaiah use the phrase "Everlasting Father"? And what would have gone through the minds of the Israelites when they heard it? "Father" does NOT refer to the Messiah's position in the trinity but in his relationship with his people. The Messiah will live as a dad - for forever!

Wonderful Counselor

December 04, 2022 15:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Lead Us Not Into Temptation

November 20, 2022 19:25 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

There are no wasted words in the Lord's prayer. Pastor Mark explains how "lead us not into temptation" is a prayer for spiritual safety to deliver us from the enemy of our faith.

Forgiven & Forgiving

November 13, 2022 21:02 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB

Do you understand the difference between justice and revenge? Do you trust God to bring about justice in your life and around you? According to Jesus, there is a deep-seated correlation between forgiving and being forgiven. Are you ready to extend to others what has been given to you?

Our One-Day-At-A-Time Bread

November 06, 2022 17:29 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MB

Rev. Brandon Hilstad continues our series on Prayer.

PRAYER: THY WILL BE DONE

October 30, 2022 18:34 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MB

Guest speaker Bob Lenz continues our series on prayer.

Prayer: From Worry to Wonder

October 23, 2022 16:29 - 41 minutes - 76.4 MB

When we approach God in prayer, Pastor Justin encourages us to move from praying from our worry to praying from a place of wonder about what God will do.

Prayer: Trace the Lines

October 16, 2022 14:32 - 37 minutes - 70.1 MB

As we learn how to pray, Jesus shows us how to trace the lines in the Lord's prayer.

Your Reason is Your Reward

October 09, 2022 16:45 - 29 minutes - 55.4 MB

Pastor Brian starts our prayer series in the Lord's prayer.

Why We Break Bread Together

September 25, 2022 12:30 - 28 minutes - 53.2 MB

Pastor Brian explains why we spend time sharing meals around a table with other believers.

Why We Study Together

September 18, 2022 13:30 - 25 minutes - 47.1 MB

Have you ever wondered why studying God's Word together plays such a huge role in the life of our church? We devote half of our weekly service to teaching the Bible, and throughout the week, we organize opportunities for people to study the Word in small groups. Why is this such a big deal? To be the Jesus-like church God wants us to be, we need his Word to keep us on track.

Why We Serve Together

September 11, 2022 13:30 - 33 minutes - 62.4 MB

Pastor Brian illustrates why it matters that we serve together.

Persistence in Resistance (The Unforgivable Sin)

August 28, 2022 13:30 - 36 minutes - 67.5 MB

Rightly understood, the unforgivable sin is a source of comfort and confidence in God's love rather than a catalyst for anxiety. God's forgiveness is lavish, extravagant, generous, and free! Every sin imaginable can be forgiven by him! Resistance to the Holy Spirit's conviction and work in our life is the only thing that will keep that forgiveness from us.

Doing The Right Thing

August 21, 2022 13:30 - 33 minutes - 61.8 MB

Pastor Dennis explains the difference between doing what's right and doing the right things.

No Matter What

August 14, 2022 14:16 - 35 minutes - 66.6 MB

When your allegiance to Christ is tested, how will you respond? Will you turn your back on Him or stand beside Him?

Eat My Flesh

August 07, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 72.1 MB

When Jesus said "eat my flesh and drink my blood," what was he referring to?

The Majesty of God in Creation & Christ

July 31, 2022 15:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

The majesty of God is displayed in every square inch of creation and seen most supremely in Christ. If we fail to see this, we will walk a path of rejecting God and rebelling against his loving lordship. But in Psalm 8, and throughout the Bible, God constantly calls us to wake up and see the beauty of who He is and what He has done.

Psalm 103

July 24, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 59.3 MB

How do we get our heart to believe what our head knows? Pastor Brian explains that the audience of Psalm 103 is our own soul.

Soul Music

July 17, 2022 13:30 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MB

Pastor Dennis unpacks how we can learn to cry out to God and trust Him when life really, really hurts.

Challenges for New Times

July 11, 2022 18:35 - 33 minutes - 27.8 MB

How can we get ready for new challenging times? We can find a way through three questions that lead us to trust God and everything that He allows in our lives. Rev. Antonio Rojas joins us from our sister church in Lima, Peru.

Psalm 19

July 03, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 68.7 MB

Psalm 19 tells us that all creation testifies to the glory of God. But how can such a big God be known so personally? Pastor Brian teaches why a relationship with Jesus is vital to our lives on earth.

Psalm 46

June 26, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 54.3 MB

"Be still and know that I'm God." If you grew up in church, perhaps you heard these words. Rev. Brandon Hilstad unpacks the Psalm from which it comes, reminding us that we can trust in the Lord as our refuge and our strength.

Walking in the Way of My Father

June 19, 2022 13:30 - 36 minutes - 68.5 MB

Dads influence their kids in a powerful way. How will your children walk in the way of their father?

Psalm 119

June 12, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Dr. Mark Harris begins our summer series with a sermon on Psalm 119.

How to Live Life Well

June 05, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 54.8 MB

Rev. Brian Dainsberg joins us from Alliance Bible Church to teach on Ecclesiastes and discuss how best to live our lives here on earth.

Making the Most of Life

June 05, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 54.8 MB

Life can be complex, messy, and sometimes brutal, but there is a straightforward way to make the most of this messy life. This message draws out four nuggets of wisdom from the book of Ecclesiastes to help us live with God-honoring competency in the face of this reality.

Why should Christians wait until marriage?

May 22, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 59.5 MB

Pastor Brian answers a relevant question in our world today.

Why are there so many types of Christian churches?

May 15, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutes - 68.7 MB

Denominations, traditions, and belief statements. Oh, my! Pastor Brain unpacks why there are so many Christian churches.

Is social justice and biblical justice the same thing?

May 08, 2022 14:00 - 35 minutes - 66.7 MB

Pastor Brian responds to the difficult question.

Why should I trust the Bible | Fire Away: The Series

May 01, 2022 14:30 - 39 minutes - 74.6 MB

Dr. Mark Harris digs into an important question. Why should we trust the Bible?

Fire Away: The Series, Part 1

April 24, 2022 14:30 - 34 minutes - 64.7 MB

Pastor Brian answers the question, "Is calling someone out when they're wrong judgmental?"

Is calling someone out when they're wrong judgmental? | Fire Away: The Series

April 24, 2022 14:30 - 34 minutes - 64.7 MB

Pastor Brian answers the question, "Is calling someone out when they're wrong judgmental?"

Sure & Steady: Easter at Alliance

April 17, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 57.2 MB

Christ is our Sure and Steady Anchor. Relisten to Pastor Brian Episcopo's Easter 2022 sermon.

Between the Donkey & the Warhorse

April 10, 2022 15:00 - 32 minutes - 60.8 MB

On Palm Sunday, we look back to the time Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, proclaiming a clear message: I'm the King! And my Kingdom is different. So what do you do when you realize Jesus is King? Surrender, join the fight and ride with him until the end.

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