Church Hurt? Power Plays? Here’s What a Real Pastor Should Look Like

What is Salvation? The Full Biblical Answer from a Former Atheist

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2437144/open_sms] What is salvation, really? For most of my life as an atheist, the concept seemed ridiculous—a made-up story to keep people in line. But after coming to faith in my 40s, I still had to know the answer. The truth God provides in the Bible is more profound and paradoxical than I ever imagined. In this honest look, I share the full biblical answer to "What is Salvation?" and explain the incredible truth I discovered: that the primary thing we need to be saved from... is the consuming holiness of a good and loving God. This episode is the result of my search for answers. We'll explore why people throughout the Bible were terrified of encountering God, and how the entire story of the Old Testament—from the covenant at Mount Sinai, to the intricate details of the Tabernacle, to the seemingly brutal system of animal sacrifice—was God's gracious plan to solve one impossible problem: How can a perfectly holy God dwell with the people He loves without destroying them? Join me on this journey as we uncover how I came to understand that sacrifice wasn't a cruel demand, but a profound GIFT of grace. We’ll connect the temporary solution in Exodus and Leviticus to the permanent, final sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and reveal what "being saved" truly means: not just a ticket to heaven, but a radical adoption into the family of God. ✝️ CHAPTERS 00:00 My Journey from Atheism to Faith 00:53 Why Do We Need to Be Saved? 03:57 The Terrifying Encounters with God 06:23 The Story of Mount Sinai 09:10 The Covenant and the Golden Calf 20:21 God's Solution: The Gift of Sacrifice 26:44 The Ultimate Sacrifice: Jesus Christ 30:26 The Gospel and Our Adoption into God's Family 32:30 Final Thoughts and Encouragement ➡️ CONNECT & ASK QUESTIONS Have questions after watching? Contact me directly through my website, no matter how old this episode is. Website: https://www.savedforlater.org If this content was valuable to you, please consider liking this video and subscribing to the channel for more deep dives into the Bible from a perspective for those on the "outside." This episode explores the full meaning of salvation and the gospel for new believers, skeptics, and anyone deconstructing their faith. We answer difficult questions about Christianity, including: What is atonement? Why did God require blood sacrifice? How can God be both just and merciful? This Bible study provides a deep dive into the books of Exodus and Leviticus to reveal the doctrine of salvation and propitiation through Jesus Christ. If you are a former atheist, a doubter with questions, or a Christian seeking a deeper understanding of the Old Testament's connection to the New Testament, this message is for you. Learn about God's holiness, His wrath against sin, and His incredible grace, which provides a way for us to be saved from God, by God. #Salvation, #Gospel, #Theology, #FormerAtheist, #BibleStudy, #ChristianityExplained, #WhatIsSalvation, #JesusChrist, #OldTestament Follow me on: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@savedforlaterpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kindall21/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brianmichaelkindall/ Blog - https://www.savedforlater.org

Easy Believism vs. Biblical Faith: The Sinner’s Prayer Examined

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2437144/open_sms]  We’ve made salvation too easy—and that’s not a compliment.  We’ve told people they’re saved because they repeated a few words or raised their hands during a worship song. But salvation was never meant to be a spiritual transaction—it’s a total surrender. If your faith never demanded anything of you… are you sure it’s real? In this episode, I break down why saying you're a Christian isn’t the same as following Christ. We’ll unpack repentance, surrender, discipleship, and the evidence that salvation actually happened—fruit. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about transformation. This is the first part of a two-part series on salvation—what it’s not, and what it must be if you’re serious about following Jesus. What I cover in this episode: * Why asking for forgiveness isn’t the finish line * What happens when the Gospel gets reduced to a pitch * The connection between Lordship and fruit * What’s missing in so many altar calls * Why a Christian life without change isn’t Christian at all ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: What to Look for in Your Next Church and Pastor 00:13 – The Sinner's Prayer: An Overview 00:52 – Critique of the Sinner's Prayer 02:24 – The Biblical Perspective on Salvation 12:15 – The Importance of Repentance 15:36 – Transformation and Sanctification 20:01 – Conclusion: The True Call to Follow Jesus 22:41 – Final Thoughts and Call to Action 📖 Key Scriptures Romans 10:9 | Matthew 7:21–23 | Luke 9:57–62 | Galatians 2:20 | John 15:4–5 | Matthew 16:24–25 | 1 Peter 1:14–16 | Romans 12:1 | Galatians 5:22–25 🎙️ Subscribe to the Save for Later Podcast for more episodes that cut through shallow faith and get to what Jesus actually called us to: a life of obedience, transformation, and total surrender. Follow me on: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@savedforlaterpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kindall21/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brianmichaelkindall/ Blog - https://www.savedforlater.org

Church Hurt? Power Plays? Here’s What a Real Pastor Should Look Like

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2437144/open_sms] What should a real pastor look like? In this episode, I sit down with my own pastor, Jared Verwiel of Tulsa Bible Church, to cut through the spiritual posturing and power games that infect far too many pulpits. We talk real ministry — not performance, not personality cults, and definitely not spiritual manipulation. Just biblical shepherding. This conversation isn’t theory. It’s raw insight from someone in the trenches — and a reminder that not every church is a circus. Some pastors still preach the Word and carry the weight of souls with reverent fear. 🔹 Topics include:  – Spiritual abuse and church hurt  – The human side of pastoral ministry  – What shepherding really means  – Why non-denominational doesn’t mean unaccountable  – When church leadership goes toxic 📖 Key Scriptures:  1 Peter 5:2–3 – “Shepherd the flock of God that is among you… not domineering over those in your charge.”  John 10:11 – “I am the good shepherd…” 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Sermon 00:31 Welcome to The Saved For Later Podcast 00:40 Finding a New Church 00:59 Interview with Pastor Jared Verwiel 06:13 Pastoral Ministry and Responsibilities 07:43 Non-Denominational Church Dynamics 12:35 Handling Church Conflicts 23:25 Sunday Sermon Preparation 35:55 Navigating Multiple Teaching Pastors 36:15 The Pastor's Testimony 37:41 Discovering Faith in College 41:49 Journey to Ministry 45:29 Seminary Experience and Education 50:00 The Importance of Church Community 57:12 Unity in the Church 01:07:52 The Call to Pastoral Ministry 01:13:02 Final Thoughts and Farewell  🔗 Visit my Website: www.savedforlater.org [http://www.savedforlater.org] 💬 Leave a comment or review 📤 Share this episode with someone who needs it 🎧 Watch or listen to the Saved for Later Podcast on all podcast platforms Follow me on: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@savedforlaterpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kindall21/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brianmichaelkindall/ Blog - https://www.savedforlater.org

Don’t Choose a Church Until You Hear This (4 Biblical Tests for Finding One)

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2437144/open_sms] Thinking about going back to church? Or stepping into one for the first time? Slow down — this episode might save you from walking into a spiritual trap. There are a thousand churches that look good on the outside but are spiritually bankrupt on the inside. This episode tackles the uncomfortable truth: not every church that uses the name of Jesus actually teaches His gospel. We’ll talk about how to spot spiritual entertainment vs. genuine biblical discipleship, and why “just trying church” isn’t enough if your soul’s at stake. 🔹 Topics include:  – Why your eternity demands a wise church choice  – What the New Testament actually says about the church  – Red flags in the modern Western church  – Why symptom management is not the gospel  – How to pursue long-term transformation over quick fixes 📖 Key Scriptures:  Matthew 28:18–20 – The Great Commission  Romans 12:4–5 – The Body of Christ  Revelation 21:2 – The Bride of Christ 🔗 Visit my Website: www.savedforlater.org [http://www.savedforlater.org] 💬 Leave a comment or review 📤 Share this episode with someone who needs it 🎧 Watch or listen to the Saved for Later Podcast on all podcast platforms Follow me on: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@savedforlaterpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kindall21/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brianmichaelkindall/ Blog - https://www.savedforlater.org

From Stroke to the Altar: A Story of Survival & Faith

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2437144/open_sms] Valerie Duran shouldn’t be alive. Her blood pressure was so high, doctors didn’t expect her to survive the stroke — let alone speak again, walk again, or teach teenagers about the gospel. But God had other plans. In this raw and powerful interview, Valerie shares her medical trauma, spiritual journey, and the slow, miraculous road back to life, faith, and purpose. This isn’t a polished testimony. It’s a survivor’s honest account of brokenness, shame, hope, and transformation — and how suffering brought her face-to-face with Christ. 🔹 Topics include:  – Life after a massive hemorrhagic stroke  – Losing speech, memory, and independence  – The painful return to faith through disability  – How God used her healing to reach others  – The unlikely journey from victim to ministry 📖 Key Scriptures:  Romans 5:3–5 – “Suffering produces endurance… character… hope.”  2 Corinthians 12:9 – “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”  Psalm 73:26 – “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart…”  🔗 Visit my Website: www.savedforlater.org [http://www.savedforlater.org] 💬 Leave a comment or review 📤 Share this episode with someone who needs it 🎧 Watch or Listen to the Saved for Later Podcast on all podcast platforms  Follow me on: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@savedforlaterpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kindall21/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brianmichaelkindall/ Blog - https://www.savedforlater.org