A Word of Light Ministries
Here at A Word of Light Ministries we have a desire to see people’s lives changed through the Word of God. We have been entrusted with the mandate to spread the gospel and we don’t take that mandate likely. The Word of God has the power to overcome any situation that people may find themselves in, and that is the hope that we bring to all those who will listen.
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Seek God for What You Need, Not for What You Want x 5
10/25/2023
Seek God for What You Need, Not for What You Want x 5
In our previous episode, we discussed how God will always operate according to His will. Following God’s path may seem stressful at first, but He truly knows what’s best for us. In this episode, we discuss how whatever we ask in the name of Jesus, Jesus will grant said request. The fine print is this, Jesus’ objective was to do the will of the Father. Everything He said and did was for one purpose, to bring glory and honor to God, His Father. We often become frustrated when our requests are not granted. Rather than becoming frustrated, we should ask ourselves if our request lines up with the will of God. Sometimes, doing His will means that we must lay ours down. Are you willing to dismiss your will, to have the will of God be lived out through you. Postscript: We're on an incredible journey of exchanging our plans for God's plan and embracing His holiness. If this episode has resonated with you, we invite you to be a part of our growing community by doing one/all of the following. 1. **Like, Share, and Comment:** Your support means the world to us. Please take a moment to like it, share it with your friends and family, and leave a comment below. Your engagement helps us reach more people. 2. **Follow Us on Instagram:** Connect with us on Instagram/Threads (@awolministries) to be a part of our supportive community of like-minded individuals. 3. **Visit Our Website:** For more resources, and information on your mission, visit our website at https://www.awolministries.org. 4. By taking these simple actions, you become a vital part of our podcast family. Together, we can inspire more hearts, encourage deeper faith, and bring a message of hope to those who need a little encouragement. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Shake hands and be friendly.
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Seek God for What You Need, Not For What You Want x 4
10/20/2023
Seek God for What You Need, Not For What You Want x 4
In our previous episode, we discussed how being a sheep in the flock of the Lord gives us peace. In this episode, we discuss how our lives are a demonstration of the character of our Shephard. The sooner we can accept that, the more peace we’ll experience while following him. God will always operate according to His will. Following God’s path may seem stressful at first, but He truly knows what’s best for us. Pastor drives this point home by sharing a story about how a detour that him and his wife took resulted with him having to walk around with one shoe (temporarily). Postscript: We're on an incredible journey of exchanging our plans for God's plan and embracing His holiness. If this episode has resonated with you, we invite you to be a part of our growing community by doing one/all of the following. 1. **Like, Share, and Comment:** Your support means the world to us. Please take a moment to like it, share it with your friends and family, and leave a comment below. Your engagement helps us reach more people. 2. **Follow Us on Instagram:** Connect with us on Instagram/Threads (@awolministries) to be a part of our supportive community of like-minded individuals. 3. **Visit Our Website:** For more resources, and information on your mission, visit our website at https://www.awolministries.org. 4. By taking these simple actions, you become a vital part of our podcast family. Together, we can inspire more hearts, encourage deeper faith, and bring a message of hope to those who need a little encouragement. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Shake hands and be friendly.
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Seek God For What You Need, Not For What You Want x 3
10/09/2023
Seek God For What You Need, Not For What You Want x 3
In our previous episode, we discussed how Jesus was able to remain effective by submitting His will on Earth to God’s will in Heaven. Today, we continue to explore how to seek God for our needs, and not our wants. The Psalmist David explains how being a sheep in the flock of the Lord gives him peace. No matter what occurred, the Shephard always took care of him, even in the valley. Our prayers should mimic the sentiment of David. We seek God knowing that He, our Shephard, will take care of us; the same way He took care of David. Postscript: We're on an incredible journey of exchanging our plans for God's plan and embracing His holiness. If this episode has resonated with you, we invite you to be a part of our growing community by doing one/all of the following. 1. **Like, Share, and Comment:** Your support means the world to us. Please take a moment to like it, share it with your friends and family, and leave a comment below. Your engagement helps us reach more people. 2. **Follow Us on Instagram:** Connect with us on Instagram/Threads (@awolministries) to be a part of our supportive community of like-minded individuals. 3. **Visit Our Website:** For more resources, and information on your mission, visit our website at https://www.awolministries.org. 4. By taking these simple actions, you become a vital part of our podcast family. Together, we can inspire more hearts, encourage deeper faith, and bring a message of hope to those who need a little encouragement. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Shake hands and be friendly.
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Seek God For What You Need, Not For What You Want x 2
10/08/2023
Seek God For What You Need, Not For What You Want x 2
In our previous episode, we explored how to avoid vain prayers by posturing our hearts in humility. Today, we discuss how to pray like Jesus. We discuss how Jesus intentionally submitted His will on Earth, to the will of God in Heaven. Jesus remained effective because He only concerned Himself with the needs of that day, as demonstrated in The Lord’s Prayer. If we intend on having similar results as Jesus, we too need to pray according to His will and for things relevant to the current situation. Postscript: We're on an incredible journey of exchanging our plans for God's plan and embracing His holiness. If this episode has resonated with you, we invite you to be a part of our growing community by doing one/all of the following. 1. **Like, Share, and Comment:** Your support means the world to us. Please take a moment to like it, share it with your friends and family, and leave a comment below. Your engagement helps us reach more people. 2. **Follow Us on Instagram:** Connect with us on Instagram/Threads (@awolministries) to be a part of our supportive community of like-minded individuals. 3. **Visit Our Website:** For more resources, and information on your mission, visit our website at https://www.awolministries.org. 4. By taking these simple actions, you become a vital part of our podcast family. Together, we can inspire more hearts, encourage deeper faith, and bring a message of hope to those who need a little encouragement. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Shake hands and be friendly.
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Seek God For What You Need, Not For What You Want (Vain Repetition) x 1
09/21/2023
Seek God For What You Need, Not For What You Want (Vain Repetition) x 1
Vain: (1) having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements: (2) marked by futility or ineffectualness: Before you pray, ensure that your heart is clothed in humility. You can’t hustle God. You can’t impress God with your vocabulary. He could not care less about your ability to string together compound-complex sentences. Even if your prayer is a verbal dissertation that would impress the greatest scholars and theologians; if the posture of your heart is vain, God will not hear you. In fact, you have received your reward. Join us as we explore what happens when our prayers become vain, and how to avoid vain repetition. Postscript: We're on an incredible journey of exchanging our plans for God's plan and embracing His holiness. If this episode has resonated with you, we invite you to be a part of our growing community by doing one/all of the following. **Like, Share, and Comment:** Your support means the world to us. Please take a moment to like it, share it with your friends and family, and leave a comment below. Your engagement helps us reach more people. **Follow Us on Instagram:** Connect with us on Instagram/Threads (@awolministries) to be a part of our supportive community of like-minded individuals. **Visit Our Website:** For more resources, and information on your mission, visit our website at https://www.awolministries.org. By taking these simple actions, you become a vital part of our podcast family. Together, we can inspire more hearts, encourage deeper faith, and bring a message of hope to those who need a little encouragement. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Shake hands and be friendly.
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The Plan, God's Plan (part 2)
09/03/2023
The Plan, God's Plan (part 2)
In our previous episode, we embarked on a journey to explore what it means to follow God's plan. We explored how God's wisdom is abundant and available to us, but in exchange, we must be willing to surrender our own plans and submit ourselves to His divine guidance. Today, we continue this exploration, focusing on the beautiful exchange of man's plan for God's plan. Exchange Man's Plan for God's Plan: The most remarkable aspect of embracing God's plan is the undeniable truth that God is holy and completely trustworthy. When we exchange our limited, imperfect plans for His divine blueprint, we are placing our trust in the one who knows all, sees all, and loves us unconditionally. His holiness is the foundation upon which we build our lives, and His trustworthiness is the assurance that we are walking the right path. Postscript: We're on an incredible journey of exchanging our plans for God's plan and embracing His holiness. If this episode has resonated with you, we invite you to be a part of our growing community by doing one/all of the following. **Like, Share, and Comment:** Your support means the world to us. Please take a moment to like it, share it with your friends and family, and leave a comment below. Your engagement helps us reach more people. **Follow Us on Instagram:** Connect with us on Instagram/Threads (@awolministries) to be a part of our supportive community of like-minded individuals. **Visit Our Website:** For more resources, and information on your mission, visit our website at https://www.awolministries.org. By taking these simple actions, you become a vital part of our podcast family. Together, we can inspire more hearts, encourage deeper faith, and bring a message of hope to those who need a little encouragement. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. Shake hands and be friendly.
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The Plan, God's Plan (part 1)
08/27/2023
The Plan, God's Plan (part 1)
God has a bountiful amount of wisdom waiting for us; all we have to do is ask. But once we do, we must be prepared to relinquish control of our plans and submit ourselves to God’s plan. Join us this series as we explore what it means for us to follow God’s plan. Please like, comment, and share this episode if it has been a blessing to you. For more information, visit https://www.awolministries.org Follow us on Instagram: @awolministries
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Just Let Jesus Take The Wheel
07/19/2023
Just Let Jesus Take The Wheel
Just let Jesus take the wheel. It sounds cliche, but He truly does know what's best for us. Join us this epidode as we explore what it means to allow Jesus to have full control of our lives. Don't forget to like, comment, and share this video if it has been a blessing to you.
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Let Wisdom Govern Your Strengths
07/13/2023
Let Wisdom Govern Your Strengths
Samson had a problem. He continuously turned his strengths into his weakness. Which ultimately led to his capture and the gouging out of his eyes. Samson could not afford to reveal his weakness, but he did. We are no different. Join us this episode to learn about Samson and look at him as a cautionary tale. As the scripture states, “Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall (1 Corinthians 10:12 - CSB).” For more information, visit https://www.awolministries.org Follow us on Instagram: @awolministries
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Do You Care About Your Neighbor?
07/05/2023
Do You Care About Your Neighbor?
Our command is to love as our neighbor as ourselves. But here’s the catch, we don’t get to pick our neighbor (Luke 10:25-37). As this is our command, here are the three things we need in order to love our neighbor. Ask for a burden. Realize the urgency. Must be willing. We can never get to point of being The Good Samaritan if we don’t care about others. Join us this episode as we learn what it takes to be the neighbor that Christ commands. For more information, visit https://www.awolministries.org Follow us on Instagram: @awolministries
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Effectual Fervent Prayer (pt. 3)
06/17/2023
Effectual Fervent Prayer (pt. 3)
Join us this episode as we continue to explore how Elijah prayed. We’ve established that in order for our prayers to be effective, we must learn how to pray God’s way. In this episode, we explore yet another requirement for having out prayers answered: presenting ourselves [to God] as a living sacrifice (Romans 12:1). We want God to answer our prayers (every time), but are we willing to pay the price to have those prayers answered? For more information, visit https://www.awolministries.org Follow us on Instagram: @awolministries
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Effectual Fervent Prayer (pt. 2)
06/07/2023
Effectual Fervent Prayer (pt. 2)
Join us this episode as we continue to explore how Elijah prayed. We’ve established that in order for our prayers to be effective, we must learn how to pray God’s way. In this episode, we explore another requirement for having out prayers answered: sacrifice. We want God to answer our prayers (everytime), but are we willing to pay the price to have those prayers answered? For more information, visit https://www.awolministries.org Follow us on Instagram: @awolministries
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Effectual Fervent Prayer
05/31/2023
Effectual Fervent Prayer
We often pray according to what we want. We pray for our will. If we want our prayers to be effective, we have to pray God’s way (like Elijah). There’s no way around it. Join us this episode as we explore how Elijah prayed. For more information, visit Follow us on Instagram: @awolministries
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It's Time To Go Public With This
02/22/2023
It's Time To Go Public With This
A relationship with Jesus is a relationship that you can’t keep a secret. Jesus requires that He goes with you everywhere that you go. This is not up for debate. There’s a good reason though. We can’t keep him a secret because society needs Him. Society needs Jesus, and we are the ones who must carry His message to all people, in all communities (Matthew 28: 19-20). Yes, even the ones you look down upon. Join us this episode as we explore how to go public with Jesus. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram:
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I Am The Lord's Servant (If The Lord Wills)
12/27/2022
I Am The Lord's Servant (If The Lord Wills)
What does it mean to be a servant of Jesus, and are you willing to do what’s necessary to be His servant? Being a servant of Jesus will require our most prized possession, our will. When the Lord (or His servant) approaches you, will you respond like Mary by saying, I am the Lord’s servant, and I am willing to accept whatever He wants (Luke 1:38) or will you walk away like many others? For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram:
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Does Submission Offend You?
11/23/2022
Does Submission Offend You?
The Bible, though beautiful, can be very offensive to those who take issue with submitting to Its authority. Once Jesus has called someone into His fold, the Bible becomes a non-negotiable, and one must willingly submit to Its contents. Join us this episode as we explore what it means to truly submit to scripture while not being offended in the process. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram:
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Leave The Past Behind (pt. 1)
11/07/2022
Leave The Past Behind (pt. 1)
The past is interesting. On one hand, it is something that we can glean from to make us better. On the other hand, the past can quickly become a trap that hinders our development and growth. Though the past can be helpful, if we intend on moving forward in life, we must learn to leave it behind. Join us this episode as we explore how to move beyond our past. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram: *Note: Please excuse the audio as there are some sections that contain some pops and slight distortion.
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Committed to Commitment
09/27/2022
Committed to Commitment
Following Jesus requires commitment; there’s no way around it. If following Jesus is too much for you, He’ll find someone who is willing. Join us as we discover what it means to truly follow Jesus. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram:
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To Follow Jesus, You Have To Come Clean
09/12/2022
To Follow Jesus, You Have To Come Clean
When we surrender our lives to Jesus, He wants all of us. Not a portion…all. If we are to have a successful walk with Him, we have to come clean. Note: Our deepest apologies: there were some technical difficulties which resulted in the rest of the audio being unusable. We pray that the portion we captured is able to be a blessing to you and your family. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram. Instagram x
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The Gift of Repentance pt 2. (Stop Resisting)
09/11/2022
The Gift of Repentance pt 2. (Stop Resisting)
Repenting is more than an acknowledgment and turning away from sin; it is a surrendering of yourself to the authority of God. Join us as we continue this series on accessing the gift called repentance by learning how to stop resisting. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram. Instagram x
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The Gift of Repentance pt. 1
09/11/2022
The Gift of Repentance pt. 1
Repenting is more than an acknowledgment and turning away from sin; it is a surrendering of yourself to the authority of God. Join us as we walk through accessing the gift called repentance. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit or follow us on Instagram. Instagram x
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The Gift of Peace
08/20/2022
The Gift of Peace
“Your ultimate trust should be in God; and that’s what keeps you at peace” (Pastor Parker). This life will present all sorts of challenges, if we’re not careful, these challenges will drive us to the brink of insanity. Join us as we learn about the Gift of Peace…Jesus. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit awolministries.org or follow us on Instagram. Instagram x @awolministries
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Be Patient with Yourself
07/19/2022
Be Patient with Yourself
Patience is a learned behavior. Patience can send us into a habit of construction or destruction; it’s up to us to decide which habit we allow to develop. Join us as delve into what it means to be patient…with ourselves. For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit awolministries.org or follow us on Instagram. Instagram x @awolministries
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Bondage or Freedom
07/13/2022
Bondage or Freedom
There’s an adage about “sticks and stones.” Though this may sound profitable on its surface, we can’t afford to ignore that words can direct us into bondage or freedom. While action does have to be attached to our confession, speaking is the first step. Please don’t allow your own words to prevent you from experiencing freedom and peace in Jesus Christ For more information about A Word of Light Ministries, visit awolministries.org or follow us on Instagram. Instagram x @awolministries
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The Unexpected
01/17/2022
The Unexpected
How do you respond when the unexpected occurs?
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Patience
01/10/2022
Patience
Patience is the most underrated tool in our tool belt. How many decisions have we made outside of the parameters of patience? More importantly, how many of these decisions ended with negative consequences? Join us as we discuss how to apply patience to our everyday lives.
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Gradual Decline
09/10/2021
Gradual Decline
Have you ever placed a leaf or a stick on a calm body of water? What would happen if you decided to run errands? Upon return, you will undoubtedly notice that those objects have since drifted far into the middle of this body of water; the drift was gradual. The same happens with our faith when we disconnect ourselves from communication with God and community.
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The V*rus Is Not Our Only Concern
08/29/2021
The V*rus Is Not Our Only Concern
The v*rus is very real and should be treated with the utmost severity. Unfortunately, the v*rus is not the only problem that we must face on a day-to-day basis. We must continue to trust Jesus to lead and guide us throughout each situation that inundates our lives.
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Jesus Is Praying For You!
02/16/2021
Jesus Is Praying For You!
Life can be challenging and tough at times. In those moments of despair remember this: Jesus Is Praying For You.
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Returning Back To Purpose
01/17/2021
Returning Back To Purpose
When Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden, the consequences of their actions strained our relationship with God. Through Jesus Christ, our relationship with God is repaired; therefore, restoring us to our original purpose. Join us as we walk through the text and reflect on the beauty and grace of God.
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