Why Most Christians Never Experience God's Power | The Book of Acts

Why Most Christians Never Experience God's Power | The Book of Acts

Why did the early church experience God's power in such a dramatic way, while so many Christians today feel stuck, disconnected, or spiritually dry? In this episode of The Pastors Hangover, the team dives into the Book of Acts and explores what made the early church so impactful. From the power of the Holy Spirit to the role of faith, obedience, and community, this conversation challenges us to examine what may be missing from our own walk with God. You'll also hear Pastor Stephen Christian's powerful testimony of how a mission trip unexpectedly led him from skepticism to a life-changing encounter with Jesus. Plus, the team discusses modern-day miracles, why faith often requires risk, and what it looks like to wait on God with expectation instead of hesitation. If you've ever wondered why you don't experience God the way you read about in Scripture, this conversation is for you. Check Out The Clearwater Location: https://gfcflorida.com/clearwater [https://gfcflorida.com/clearwater] In This Episode: Daryl Black Melissa Vicinanza Craig Altman Stephen Christian Check Out Upcoming Missions Trips https://gfcflorida.com/serveglobal

Fear is Keeping You Stuck: How to Follow God’s Calling When You Don’t Know What’s Next

What if the biggest thing standing between you and God's calling isn't a lack of clarity, it's fear? In this episode of Pastors Hangover, the pastors dive into one of the most common questions Christians ask: How do I know what God is calling me to do? Let's chat with the Ybor team as they share their testimonies.. shots, sickness, and stay-at-home dads. They discuss how to recognize God's leading, navigate seasons of uncertainty, and move forward when the next step feels uncomfortable. From major life transitions to everyday decisions, this conversation explores why comfort can become an obstacle to purpose and how faith grows when we trust God before we have all the answers. If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain about your future, or afraid to take the next step God is putting in front of you, this episode is for you. Check Out The Ybor Location: https://gfcflorida.com/ybor [https://gfcflorida.com/ybor] Serve Week: gfcflorida.com/serveweek [http://gfcflorida.com/serveweek] Serve Week is June 7-13, 2026, with over 1,000 opportunities to make an impact across Tampa Bay, including at the Tampa Bay Dream Center. Let's show our city what it looks like when believers live out their calling together. In This Episode: Terrence Cole Dwane Cardenas Jon Headley Daryl Black Melissa Vicinanza

Identity, Truth, and The Culture War | Part 2

Why is identity so confusing in today’s culture and what happens when feelings become more important than truth? In this episode of Pastors' Hangover, Craig Altman, Hal Mayer, and Daryl Black have an honest, biblical, and compassionate conversation about identity, truth, culture, gender, sexuality, holiness, parenting, comparison, and what it means to be created in the image of God. They unpack why society is experiencing such deep confusion around identity, how culture has elevated feelings above truth, and why God’s design for humanity still matters today. This conversation tackles difficult topics with both truth and love, discussing same-sex attraction, holiness, brokenness, parenting, trauma, community, and the importance of standing firm in biblical truth while still loving people unconditionally. If you’ve ever wrestled with identity, questioned what truth really is, or wondered how Christians should respond to today’s cultural confusion, this episode will challenge you to stop finding identity in feelings, culture, or comparison and start finding your identity in Jesus Christ.

Stop Chasing Empty Things | Part 1

What does the “abundant life” Jesus promised actually look like—and why do so many people still feel empty, anxious, restless, and unsatisfied? In this episode of Pastors Hangover, Hal Mayer, Craig Altman, and Daryl Black unpack the powerful truth behind Jesus being the Good Shepherd and what it really means to follow Him. This conversation dives deep into purpose, peace, contentment, wandering from God, culture, truth, feelings, biblical authority, and the difference between chasing temporary happiness versus living the rich and abundant life found only in Christ. They discuss why so many people treat Jesus like an accessory instead of Lord, how modern culture elevates feelings above truth, why gratitude unlocks peace, and how following God’s voice leads to a life filled with meaning, joy, direction, and eternal purpose. If you’ve ever questioned what God truly wants for your life or why you still feel spiritually empty despite having “more,” this conversation will challenge and encourage you to stop wandering and start following the Shepherd who leads you to life.

Parenting 101: Daddy Issues, "Soft" Parenting, and The Truth About Spanking

In this episode of Pastors Hangover, the pastors dive into one of the most emotional and controversial conversations in culture today: parenting. From daddy issues and mother wounds to “soft” parenting, discipline, spanking, and breaking unhealthy family cycles, this episode gets real about how childhood experiences shape who we become as adults.