The Alex McFarland Show

Episode 192-What Does Christmas Tell Us That We Need to Know About God?

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year but what do we need to know about God in this season? On this week’s episode of The Alex McFarland Show, Alex dives into the scriptures to share five truths that we need to know about God. Christmas reminds us of the God who is powerful, purposeful, and personal. Listen as Alex shares from his heart, and be encouraged today. 5 Truths About God: 1. God Sees - He is aware of our needs. (Deuteronomy 2:7) 2. God Sympathizes - He cares about our needs. (John 3:16) 3. God Plans - He came into the world on purpose. (John 18:35) 4. God Acts - He sent His son at a specific time, to a specific place. (Titus 2:11) 5. God Reigns - Satan, sin, and death were all defeated. God is in control. Scriptures: Luke 1:30-32 Isaiah 9:2-6 Isaiah 49 Micah 5:2 2 Corinthians 5 Genesis chapters 3,5,6, 12:16-17 Hebrews 4 Romans 5:8 Galatians 4:4 Exodus 20:1-17 Deuteronomy 2:7 John 3:16, 18:35, chapters 8 & 10 Mark 14 Titus 2:11 John 1:1 Alex McFarland [https://alexmcfarland.com/] Website Ask Alex Online [https://alexmcfarland.com/askalex/] My Relationship with God Booklet [https://alexmcfarland.ck.page/ebook] The Cove [https://thecove.org/] - July 18th-20th, 2025 & July 28th-Aug 1st, 2025 Speaking Events [https://alexmcfarland.com/events/category/speaking-events/] Book Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/speaking/] Donate [https://alexmcfarland.com/donate/] Alex McFarland Ministries P.O. Box 485 Pleasant Garden, NC 27313 1-877-937-4631 (1-877-YES-GOD1) Keywords/Hashtags: #podcast #pfcaudiovideo #thealexmcfarlandshow #alexmcfarland #podcastcommunity #Bible #author #apologist #christians #wordofGod #apologetics #religion #prayer #truth #scriptures #alexmcfarlandministries #Jesuslovesyou #youareneveralone #encouragement #Christmas #truthaboutChristmas #JesustheMessiah #SavioroftheWorld #Godsees #Godsympathizes #Godplans #Godacts #Godreigns Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1982718/open_sms]

Episode 191-The Foretelling of Christ's Birth

Christmas is one of the most significant times of the year due to the birth of Jesus Christ. On this week's episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex elaborates on the prophesied birth of Christ. Listen as Alex shares more about Jesus as the devoted redeemer of all nations and several key aspects of His birth, death, and resurrection. Key Points: 1. The Messiah’s arrival was promised long before Bethlehem 2. There was a promise that the Messiah would be both human and divine 3. This Messiah would come to save the world through suffering 4. The birth of Jesus would usher in the kingdom of peace Scriptures: Genesis 1:26Genesis 3:15 Numbers 24:17Micah 5:2 Psalm 45:6 & 7Deuteronomy 6:1-4 Matthew 1Matthew 2:13-23 Daniel 7:13-15Jeremiah 40:1 & 31, 23:5 & 6 Hosea 11:1Philippians 2 Psalm 22Isaiah chapters 6 & 7 Isaiah 7:14, 9:2, 53:4-6, 11:1-10 Links: Alex McFarland [https://alexmcfarland.com/] Ask Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/askalex/] My Relationship with God Free e-book [https://alexmcfarland.kit.com/ebook] Book: 100 Bible Questions and Answers For Prophecy and End Times [https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Questions-Answers-Prophecy-Times/dp/1424570336] The Cove - July 17-19 & 27-31 [https://register.thecove.org/events/detail/4160?_gl=1*ljg3pi*_gcl_au*MTIzODUwODc4NS4xNzY0MTY4Nzc2&_ga=2.170607266.320346988.1764168776-163646854.1697175406] Book: 100 Bible Questions And Answers For Families [https://alexmcfarland.com/book/100-bible-questions-and-answers-for-families/] United in Prayer Devotionals [https://alexmcfarland.com/unitedinprayer/] Speaking Calendar [https://alexmcfarland.com/events/category/speaking-events/] Book Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/speaking/] Give Online [https://alexmcfarland.com/give/] Alex McFarland Ministries P.O. Box 485 Pleasant Garden, NC 27313 1-877-937-4631 (1-877-YES-GOD1) Keywords/Hashtags: #podcast #pfcaudiovideo #thealexmcfarlandshow #alexmcfarland #podcastcommunity #Bible #author #apologist #christians #wordofGod #apologetics #religion #prayer #truth #scriptures #alexmcfarlandministries #Christsbirth #Christmas #fortellingofChristsbirth #Redeemerofallnations #JesusChrist #Father #SonofGod #HolySpirit #Messiah #SalvationthroughChrist Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1982718/open_sms]

Episode 190-Make Christmas a Time of Revival

On this week's episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex discusses the significance of Advent and provides guidance on how to transform Christmas into a time of spiritual revival. He outlines key takeaways on how to apply this principle in our personal lives. Despite life's challenges, we can find hope and a promising future when Jesus is at the center of our lives. Key Points: 1. Christmas can be a time of personal revival in your relationship with Christ. 2. Make Christmas a time of revival and restoration in your relationship with others. 3. Make Christmas a time of resetting your priorities in life. 4. Make Christmas a time of recommitments to Christ, His church, and the Great Commission. Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 9:15 Psalm 98 Luke 12:48 Isaiah 9:2-20 Isaiah 12:2-6 Isaiah 40:3-5 Luke Chapters 1 & 2 John 3:16 Links: Alex McFarland [https://alexmcfarland.com/] Ask Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/askalex/] My Relationship with God Free e-book [https://alexmcfarland.kit.com/ebook] Book: 100 Bible Questions and Answers For Prophecy and End Times [https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Questions-Answers-Prophecy-Times/dp/1424570336] The Cove - July 17-19 & 27-31 [https://register.thecove.org/events/detail/4160?_gl=1*ljg3pi*_gcl_au*MTIzODUwODc4NS4xNzY0MTY4Nzc2&_ga=2.170607266.320346988.1764168776-163646854.1697175406] Book: 100 Bible Questions and Answers: Inspiring Truths, Historical Facts, Practical Insights [https://alexmcfarland.com/book/100-bible-questions-and-answers-inspiring-truths-historical-facts-practical-insights/] Book: 100 Bible Questions And Answers For Families [https://alexmcfarland.com/book/100-bible-questions-and-answers-for-families/] United in Prayer Devotionals [https://alexmcfarland.com/unitedinprayer/] Speaking Calendar [https://alexmcfarland.com/events/category/speaking-events/] Book Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/speaking/] Give Online [https://alexmcfarland.com/give/] Alex McFarland Ministries P.O. Box 485 Pleasant Garden, NC 27313 1-877-937-4631 (1-877-YES-GOD1) Keywords/Hashtags: #podcast #pfcaudiovideo #thealexmcfarlandshow #alexmcfarland #podcastcommunity #Bible #author #apologist #christians #wordofGod #apologetics #religion #prayer #truth #scriptures #alexmcfarlandministries #Advent #Christmas #GreatCommission #revival #makechristmastatimeofrevival Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1982718/open_sms]

The Alex McFarland Show-Episode 189-A Thanksgiving Special with Alex and Angie McFarland

In light of the holiday this week, we are re-airing a popular podcast from last Thanksgiving. Alex invites his wife Angie on the show to talk about one of his favorite topics, Thanksgiving. Together, they share how the Bible says to be steadfast in prayer, being watchful in prayer with thanksgiving (Col. 4:2). They share some memories and encouragement about all that God is doing and has done in their lives. Happy Thanksgiving to all of the listeners and people who support Alex McFarland Ministries. May God bless you all! Scriptures: Psalm 107:1 Colossians 4:2 Psalm 50:14 Psalm 100:4 Isaiah 53:5,6 2 Corinthians 1:4 Links: Alex McFarland [https://alexmcfarland.com/] Ask Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/askalex/] My Relationship with God Free e-book [https://alexmcfarland.kit.com/ebook] Book: 21 Toughest Questions Your Kids Will Ask About Christianity [https://alexmcfarland.com/book/the-21-toughest-questions-your-kids-will-ask-about-christianity-how-to-answer-them-confidently/] Book: 100 Bible Questions and Answers For Prophecy and End Times [https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Questions-Answers-Prophecy-Times/dp/1424570336] American Family Association Website [https://afa.net/] United in Prayer Devotionals [https://alexmcfarland.com/unitedinprayer/] Speaking Calendar [https://alexmcfarland.com/events/category/speaking-events/] Book Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/speaking/] Give Online [https://alexmcfarland.com/give/] Alex McFarland Ministries P.O. Box 485 Pleasant Garden, NC 27313 1-877-937-4631 (1-877-YES-GOD1) Keywords/Hashtags: #podcast #pfcaudiovideo #thealexmcfarlandshow #alexmcfarland #podcastcommunity #Bible #author #apologist #christians #wordofGod #apologetics #religion #prayer #truth #scriptures #alexmcfarlandministries #Thanksgiving #Thanksgiving2024 #memories #Jesuslovesyou #youareneveralone #encouragement Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1982718/open_sms]

Episode 188-The State and Future of the Church with Pastor Shane Ray

On this inspiring episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex welcomes Pastor Shane Ray to discuss the state and future of the church. They share about the value of vision for the church and how the nation is benefiting from Christians that listened to the voice of God and began a work years ago. We need to raise up the next generation of leaders to spread the gospel going forward in the years to come. Scriptures: Matthew 16:18 Links: Alex McFarland [https://alexmcfarland.com/] Ask Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/askalex/] My Relationship with God Free e-book [https://alexmcfarland.kit.com/ebook] Book: 100 Bible Questions and Answers For Prophecy and End Times [https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Questions-Answers-Prophecy-Times/dp/1424570336] United in Prayer Devotionals [https://alexmcfarland.com/unitedinprayer/] Speaking Calendar [https://alexmcfarland.com/events/category/speaking-events/] Book Alex [https://alexmcfarland.com/speaking/] Give Online [https://alexmcfarland.com/give/] Alex McFarland Ministries P.O. Box 485 Pleasant Garden, NC 27313 1-877-937-4631 (1-877-YES-GOD1) Guest Info: Open Door Worship Center [https://opendoorworshipcenter.com/] Itawamba Dream Center [https://www.itawambadreamcenter.org/] Keywords/Hashtags: #podcast #pfcaudiovideo #thealexmcfarlandshow #alexmcfarland #podcastcommunity #Bible #author #apologist #speaker #christians #wordofGod #apologetics #religion #prayer #truth #scriptures #alexmcfarlandministries #Jesuslovesyou #youareneveralone #encouragement  #christianity #evangelism #revival #America #opendoorworshipcenter #pastorshaneray #stateofthechurch Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1982718/open_sms]