The Babbler

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  1. 23h ago

    Why Most Church Outreach Doesn't Work

    Why does so much church outreach create activity, but so little actual discipleship? We have social media campaigns, door-knocking events, invitation cards, outreach programs, special services, and more tools than any generation before us. But somewhere along the way, the church may have forgotten one of the simplest and most powerful methods of evangelism: People reach people. In this episode of The Babbler, we look at the biblical model of evangelism and disciple-making and ask whether modern church outreach has become too dependent on programs while losing the personal, relational approach Jesus and the early church modeled. From the very beginning of Jesus’ ministry, the pattern was simple. Andrew met Jesus and immediately went to find his brother. Philip was called by Jesus and then went to find Nathanael. The gospel moved through relationships. Through conversations. Through testimony. Through ordinary people intentionally reaching the people already around them. That principle still works today. There is nothing wrong with social media. There is nothing wrong with door knocking. There is nothing wrong with mailers, outreach events, or inviting someone to church. Those can all be valuable tools. But tools become a problem when they replace personal responsibility. Simply inviting someone to a service is not the same thing as discipling them. Handing someone a church card is not the same thing as sharing your testimony. Posting a graphic is not the same thing as building a relationship with a coworker, neighbor, family member, or friend who needs Jesus. The Great Commission was never given only to pastors, evangelists, outreach directors, or ministry leaders. The whole church was called to go. In this episode, we talk about: • Why personal evangelism is still so effective • Why relationships often outperform programs • The difference between church outreach and biblical disciple-making • Why simply inviting people to church can become a substitute for evangelism • Why reaching the lost is the responsibility of the whole body of Christ • What Andrew and Philip teach us about personal evangelism • Why revival requires believers to move beyond the four walls of the church • Why so many miracles in the Book of Acts happened outside religious buildings • How ordinary conversations can become opportunities to share the gospel • Why the church may need a mindset shift more than another outreach strategy The early church prayed together. They strengthened one another. And then they went out. If we want to see the kind of revival described in the Book of Acts, we cannot expect every lost person to simply find their way into our buildings. We have to go into the harvest. Our coworkers are part of the harvest. Our neighbors are part of the harvest. Our families are part of the harvest. The people we see every day are not interruptions to the mission. They are the mission. I still believe we are on the edge of tremendous revival. We have incredible resources. We have technology. We have powerful preaching. We have churches capable of ministering to people when they walk through the doors. But none of it replaces a believer who is willing to look someone in the eye and say: “Let me tell you what Jesus has done for me.” The church does not just need another outreach program. It needs disciples who make disciples. It is time to get out of the comfort of the pews and into the harvest. 📖 Biblical themes discussed: John 1 The Great Commission Acts 1:8 The Book of Acts Personal evangelism Disciple-making Revival Church outreach 📚 Mentioned in this episode: Follow to Lead by Stan Gleason 🔗 Connect with The Babbler: https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler If this episode challenges you, share it with someone in your church and ask them: What would happen if every believer personally reached for one person? Subscribe to The Babbler for more conversations about evangelism, Apostolic faith, ministry, disciple-making, revival, Christian living, and reaching the lost. #TheBabbler #Evangelism #ChurchOutreach #GreatCommission #DiscipleMaking #Revival #ChristianPodcast #Apostolic #Pentecostal #ChristianLiving #ReachTheLost #Jesus

  2. Oct 27

    Biblical Salvation? | Salvation According to Scripture, Not Tradition

    What does the Bible actually say about salvation? Do we simply believe? Do we need to repent? Does baptism matter? What about receiving the Holy Ghost? And where did the sinner’s prayer come from? In this episode of The Babbler, we go directly to Scripture to examine one of the most important questions anyone can ever ask: What must I do to be saved? Rather than starting with tradition, denominational teaching, or what we have always heard, this episode looks at the biblical pattern of salvation from Genesis through the Book of Acts. We begin with Old Testament pictures of redemption, including Cain and Abel, Noah and the flood, the Passover, the Exodus, and the Red Sea. Each of these stories points toward a greater reality fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Jesus is the perfect sacrifice. His blood was shed for our sins. We are saved by grace through faith. But Scripture also shows that biblical faith produces a response. Repentance. Water baptism. The gift of the Holy Ghost. In Acts 2, after Peter preaches Jesus Christ to the crowd at Pentecost, the people are convicted and ask: “Men and brethren, what shall we do?” Peter answers in Acts 2:38: “Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.” In this episode, we walk through that pattern throughout the Book of Acts and examine: • What biblical repentance actually means • Why baptism is more than just a symbol • Why baptism in the name of Jesus matters • What 1 Peter 3 says about baptism and salvation • How Noah and the flood point toward baptism • How the Exodus and Red Sea picture deliverance from sin • What happened on the Day of Pentecost • Why receiving the Holy Ghost is a distinct experience • Why speaking in tongues appears repeatedly when people receive the Holy Spirit • What happened in Samaria in Acts 8 • What happened with Cornelius in Acts 10 • What Paul told the Philippian jailer in Acts 16 • Why the believers in Acts 19 were baptized again in the name of Jesus • Why Scripture should be our source instead of religious tradition This episode is not an invitation to take my word for it. It is an invitation to open your Bible and study it for yourself. If you disagree with something said here, go to the Scriptures. If you agree with it, go to the Scriptures. Your eternity is too important to build your beliefs on tradition alone. Jesus Christ died, was buried, and rose again so that we could be saved. And the same promise preached on the Day of Pentecost is still available today. The promise is unto you, your children, and all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call. 📖 Scriptures discussed: Acts 2:38-39 Acts 8 Acts 10 Acts 16 Acts 19 1 Peter 3:20-21 Romans 6 Mark 16:16 Luke 24 Exodus 12-14 Genesis 4 🔗 Connect with The Babbler: https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler If you have questions about repentance, baptism in Jesus’ name, receiving the Holy Ghost, or finding an Apostolic church in your area, reach out to The Babbler. And if this episode challenges or encourages you, share it with someone who is asking: What must I do to be saved? Subscribe for more Apostolic Bible teaching, Christian testimony, evangelism, doctrine, and conversations about living for Jesus. #TheBabbler #Acts238 #Salvation #BiblicalSalvation #JesusNameBaptism #HolyGhost #Pentecostal #Apostolic #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Repentance #Baptism #SpeakingInTongues #Jesus

  3. Oct 20

    What Happens When You Actually Go? | Missions & Miracles With Pastor Steven Drost

    What happens when you stop waiting for the perfect moment and actually step out in faith? In this episode of The Babbler, Pastor Steven Dross shares lessons, stories, and convictions shaped by more than 35 years in missions and ministry. From growing up in a multigenerational missionary family to serving on the mission field himself, Pastor Dross talks about what it really means to obey the Great Commission, cross cultural barriers, and become a bridge to people who may not look, speak, or live like you. This conversation is about much more than foreign missions. It is about what happens when ordinary believers decide to go. Pastor Dross shares why he believes Christians are called to be bridge builders, why Pentecost itself was multicultural, and why the church cannot afford to become inward-focused. We also talk about: • Why missions should be at the heart of the church • Why you should not wait forever for a dramatic “calling” before doing something for God • How stepping outside your comfort zone creates opportunities for God to work • Why Peter deserves more credit for getting out of the boat • How faith often means moving before you have all the answers • Why prayer, Bible study, submission, and service are essential for anyone who feels called to ministry • How God can use small acts of obedience to prepare you for much greater assignments • Why reaching another culture sometimes means learning their language instead of expecting them to learn yours • What 35 years of missions work has taught Pastor Dross about miracles, resistance, spiritual warfare, and the power of Jesus’ name Along the way, Pastor Dross shares unforgettable stories from the mission field, including the testimony of a former witch doctor turned preacher, a dramatic baptism in Nicaragua, and examples of what can happen when believers step into places where they are forced to depend on God. One of the strongest truths in this conversation is simple: You will never see what God can do through you if you never move. Too many people wait for perfect clarity. They wait for a sign. They wait for a voice. They wait until they feel completely ready. But Scripture repeatedly shows people moving in faith and trusting God to direct them along the way. The Great Commission is still the mission. Go. Build bridges. Serve. Pray. Study. Preach Jesus. And trust God to meet you when you step outside what is comfortable and familiar. 📖 Scriptures discussed: Mark 16:15-20 Matthew 14:22-33 1 Peter 2:9 1 Samuel 2:35 Joshua 1:8-9 Acts 2:38 Deuteronomy 6:4 🔗 Connect with The Babbler: https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler If this episode encourages you, share it with someone who feels called to ministry, missions, evangelism, or simply needs the courage to take the next step. Subscribe for more conversations about Apostolic doctrine, missions, evangelism, Christian testimony, ministry, and living for Jesus. #TheBabbler #StevenDross #Missions #Pentecostal #Apostolic #ChristianPodcast #Evangelism #Missionary #Faith #JesusName #HolyGhost #Ministry #GreatCommission #ChristianLiving

  4. Oct 13

    Is There Not a Cause? Finding Purpose When Life Feels Meaningless

    Have you ever wondered, “What is the purpose of my life? Am I actually here for a reason?” If you have ever felt stuck, behind, overlooked, or unsure whether your life has any real meaning, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Babbler, we talk about purpose, meaning, calling, and what it looks like to live for something greater than yourself. Inspired by Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning and the story of David in 1 Samuel, we explore a simple but powerful truth: When you have a why, you can endure almost any how. David was not born looking like a king. He was overlooked by his own family. He was a shepherd boy. He faced lions, bears, rejection, and eventually a giant named Goliath. But David understood something that many people spend their entire lives trying to discover: There was a cause. In 1 Samuel 17:29, David asks: “Is there not a cause?” That question still matters today. When life feels meaningless... When you feel like you are wasting time... When you wonder if you have missed too many opportunities... When you feel like giving up... There is still a cause. There is still purpose in the season you are in. You may not know what your life will look like 10 or 20 years from now, but you can choose to live with purpose today. Purpose is not only found in major achievements, money, influence, ministry platforms, or success. There is meaning in the mundane. There is purpose in pain. There is purpose in preparation. There is purpose in serving. There is purpose in telling someone about Jesus. There is purpose in every moment when your life is surrendered to God. You are not here by accident. God does not create by mistake. And you do not need to see the entire road ahead in order to take the next step faithfully. If you are struggling with your purpose, your calling, or the direction of your life, I pray this episode encourages you to keep showing up, keep fighting, and keep asking: Is there not a cause? 📖 Scriptures discussed: 1 Samuel 17:29 1 Samuel 16–17 Jeremiah 1 Psalm 107:2 📚 Mentioned in this episode: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl 🔗 Connect with The Babbler: https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler If this episode encourages you, share it with someone who may be questioning their purpose or struggling to see meaning in their current season. Subscribe for more conversations about faith, evangelism, Christian living, spiritual growth, purpose, and living for Jesus. #TheBabbler #Purpose #ChristianMotivation #FindingPurpose #ChristianPodcast #DavidAndGoliath #Faith #ChristianLiving #Jesus #Calling #MeaningOfLife #SpiritualGrowth #IsThereNotACause

  5. Oct 6

    The Story Pastor David Goodwin Almost Never Told | Part 2

    For 34 years, Pastor David Goodwin believed his biological father was dead. Then, at 47 years old, he received a DNA notification that would change everything he thought he knew about his life. “100% confirmation. Parent-child DNA match. Father and son.” And that was only one chapter of a testimony filled with heartbreak, unexpected miracles, impossible circumstances, and the faithfulness of God. After the incredible response to Part 1, Pastor David Goodwin returns to The Babbler to finish sharing the testimony that has already encouraged so many people. In Part 1, David shared how he survived a difficult birth, grew up in poverty and rejection, learned at age 13 that the man raising him wasn't his biological father, and received the Holy Ghost despite opposition at home. But the story was far from over. In Part 2, Pastor Goodwin opens up about: Following God's calling despite years of hardship, rejection, and uncertainty. Finding his wife, Shannon, and facing homelessness, unemployment, and financial struggles early in their marriage. A ten-year process of preparation before entering the ministry. How his son's difficult birth became a turning point in his mother's relationship with God. Following God's direction to plant Grace Point Church in Hoover, Alabama, even when almost nobody showed up. The incredible journey from a struggling church plant to a growing, multicultural Apostolic congregation. Discovering that the father he believed had died in Vietnam was actually alive, and meeting him for the first time after 47 years. Through every disappointment, closed door, and unexpected turn, David shares one consistent truth: God was there, even when he couldn't see what God was doing. What looked like rejection became preparation. What seemed hopeless became an opportunity for God to work. And what David thought was a relationship forever lost was eventually restored. This powerful Christian testimony is a reminder that God is still writing your story. Romans 8:28 reminds us that all things work together for good to those who love God and are called according to His purpose. Your circumstances may not make sense today, but that doesn't mean God is finished. The pen is still in His hand. ▶️ WATCH PART 1: [Insert Part 1 YouTube link] 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE BABBLER: https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler If Pastor Goodwin's testimony has encouraged you, share this episode with someone who needs hope, restoration, or a reminder of God's faithfulness. Would you like to hear the unabridged version of Pastor Goodwin's testimony? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe to The Babbler for more Christian testimonies, Apostolic Bible teaching, conversations about faith, evangelism, and the life-changing power of Jesus Christ. Scriptures discussed: Romans 8:28, Psalm 37:23, Psalm 119:105, Micah 7:8, Romans 5:8 #TheBabbler #ChristianTestimony #DavidGoodwin #Apostolic #Pentecostal #Faith #MiracleTestimony #Jesus #ChurchPlanting #Romans828 #GodsFaithfulness

  6. Sep 29

    The Story Pastor David Goodwin Almost Never Told | Part 1

    What happens when a 13-year-old boy finds out the man he thought was his father is not actually his dad, receives the Holy Ghost just months later, and then is told he may not be welcome back home? This is Part 1 of Pastor David Goodwin’s incredible testimony. Today on The Babbler, Pastor David Goodwin of Grace Point Church in Hoover, Alabama shares the story behind the man, pastor, father, and family nurse practitioner people know today. Long before he was pastoring a church, his story began with doctors telling his mother there was no heartbeat. She refused to believe that was the end. A heartbeat was eventually found, and David was born prematurely in 1974 despite serious concerns about whether he would survive and what condition he would be in. But that was only the beginning. David opens up about growing up in deep poverty, being bullied, living in a turbulent home, and never understanding why the man he believed was his father treated him differently. Then, at 13 years old, everything changed. He was told: “I’m not your dad.” Suddenly, years of confusion began to make sense. But only months later, another turning point would change the direction of his entire life. David began attending an Apostolic Pentecostal church, heard the Word of God, experienced the presence of God, and on December 20, 1987, received the Holy Ghost. Then he called his mother to tell her what happened. Her response changed everything again. This is a story about brokenness, identity, fatherlessness, poverty, Pentecostal conversion, the Holy Ghost, grace, and the providence of God. It is also a reminder of the truth found in Romans 8:28: God can take circumstances that seem broken, hopeless, or even dead and work them together for His purpose. Sometimes what looks like the end of the story is only the end of a chapter. The pen is still in His hand. Watch Part 1 of Pastor David Goodwin’s testimony and stay tuned for Part 2. 📖 Romans 8:28 📖 Psalm 139:16 📖 Psalm 27:10 📖 Ezekiel 37 📖 Acts 2:38 🔗 Connect with The Babbler: https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler If this testimony encourages you, share it with someone who needs to be reminded that God is still working. #TheBabbler #ChristianTestimony #DavidGoodwin #Pentecostal #Apostolic #HolyGhost #Acts238 #ChristianPodcast #Testimony #Jesus #Faith #Grace #Romans828 #ChurchPlanting #ChristianEncouragement

  7. Sep 22

    Waking Up Eutychus | The Problem Was Directional

    What direction are you leaning? In Acts 20, we read about Eutychus, a young man who fell asleep while Paul was preaching, fell from a third-story window, and was taken up dead. But the deeper lesson isn't simply about falling asleep in church. It's about where Eutychus was positioned before he fell. Eutychus was already leaning toward the window. He was already leaning away from the center of the gathering and toward the outside. And when he fell, he fell in the wrong direction. In this episode of The Babbler, we explore the story of Eutychus in Acts 20 and what it teaches us about spiritual complacency, falling away, prayer, Scripture, church fellowship, and our relationship with God. We are all going to stumble. We are all going to have moments when we fall. The question is: which direction are you leaning? When we lean toward God, His Word, prayer, the church, fellowship, and the things of His kingdom, even when we stumble, we can fall forward into grace. This episode is a wake-up call to anyone who may be spiritually drifting, checking out, or slowly leaning away from the things of God. Wake up. Lean into God. And when you fall, fall forward. 📖 Acts 20:7-12 📖 Romans 6:1-8 🔗 Connect with The Babbler: https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler #TheBabbler #Acts20 #Eutychus #WakeUp #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #God #Jesus #Grace #Church #Prayer #Bible #Faith

  8. Sep 15

    Why Church? ⛪️ | The Reason For YOUR Local Assembly

    Do you really need to go to church? Can you follow Jesus without being part of a local church? And is church attendance actually biblical, or is it just an old religious tradition? In this episode of The Babbler, Marshall Wall takes on the question: Why church? In a culture where church attendance is increasingly questioned, criticized, and dismissed as unnecessary, it's worth stepping back from tradition, opinions, and personal preference and asking a simple question: What does the Bible say? Hebrews 10:25 tells believers not to forsake the assembling of themselves together, but the importance of the local church goes far beyond simply showing up for a service. The local church provides community, encouragement, accountability, spiritual leadership, united vision, worship, prayer, opportunities to serve, and people who can help us keep moving toward God. You can listen to a sermon online. You can worship God at home. You can study your Bible by yourself. But there is something different about standing shoulder-to-shoulder with other believers, praying together, worshiping together, serving together, and having people close enough to your life to encourage you when you're struggling. In this episode, we explore: • Why the local church still matters • What Hebrews 10:24-25 actually teaches about assembling together • Why Christianity was never designed to be lived completely alone • The importance of community and fellowship • Why accountability matters • How a local church can provide spiritual encouragement • The power of praying together in one accord • Why church services are more than just a weekly event • How worship connects us with the biblical picture of heaven • Why online church can be valuable but cannot completely replace physical fellowship • The difference between biblical principles and church traditions • Why traditions should never be elevated to the level of Scripture • Why there is no such thing as a perfect church • Why you should find a church where you can grow, serve, and become involved • The power of unity when believers join together for a common purpose Church isn't about finding a perfect group of people. There aren't any. It's about finding a body of believers who will encourage you, challenge you, pray with you, worship with you, serve with you, and help you get closer to Jesus Christ. And if you've been disconnected from church, burned out, disappointed by people, or convinced that you can do Christianity by yourself, this episode is an invitation to reconsider. Don't just watch church. Find a church. Get involved. Serve. Build relationships. Pray with people. Worship with people. Encourage somebody. Let somebody encourage you. The Christian life was never meant to be an island. 👉 Connect with The Babbler: The Babbler on Linktree If you don't have a local church and want help finding one, reach out to The Babbler. “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together...” — Hebrews 10:24-25 #ChurchCommunity #ChristianLiving

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    mwall1432
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
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