Unless The Lord

Alan Gedde

In a world where we have everything we need to live, and much more, we can begin to forget who provides all that we need. Unless the Lord is a podcast that talks about something current and asks the question, "What if we realized that God is in control?" Join me as I tag these current events with the line. "Unless The Lord" My goal is to help everyone become more dependant on the Lord, who controls it all.

  1. 29 May

    *The Hidden Danger of Moralism in Christianity and the Power of Love*

    Most Christians focus on moral standards — but what if loving others is actually the secret to pointing people toward Jesus? In this heartfelt episode, Alan Gedde dives deep into the true measure of following Christ. After recording this message three times, Alan reveals an honest reflection on the spiritual discipline of soaking in God's presence daily—even amid life's chaos. He shares how his simple acts of love, like patience and kindness, mirror the wind moving trees—subtle but powerful evidence of Christ living in us. You'll discover: - Why the Bible emphasizes love over moral behavior when identifying true followers of Christ - How Jesus’ unconditional love at the woman at the well and Peter’s redemption serve as models for how we should treat everyone around us - The importance of being the force that gently guides others toward Jesus, not through condemnation but through love that transforms - Why the cultural Christian labels and patriotism should never overshadow our core mission: loving others as Christ loved us Alan challenges listeners to think beyond surface morals and instead become the wind that nudges people closer to Jesus— every day, through genuine love and acceptance. He emphasizes that true Christianity isn’t about moral perfection or political stance, but about reflecting Christ’s love in every interaction. If you’re tired of performative Christianity and want to embrace a more authentic, love-driven faith, this episode is for you. It’s a reminder that the greatest witness we offer is how we love—because that’s what moves branches toward Jesus, one genuine act at a time. Whether you're a pastor, a parent, or just someone longing to live out Jesus’ love more fully, this is essential listening. Join Alan as he encourages us all to be the wind—the gentle, persistent force that leads others to salvation through love.

    23 min

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In a world where we have everything we need to live, and much more, we can begin to forget who provides all that we need. Unless the Lord is a podcast that talks about something current and asks the question, "What if we realized that God is in control?" Join me as I tag these current events with the line. "Unless The Lord" My goal is to help everyone become more dependant on the Lord, who controls it all.