Promised Land Messages

For the One | Prepare the Party | Brent Parsley

Part 1 of For the One Most Christians believe sharing their faith matters, but many feel nervous or afraid they will say the wrong thing. In this message, Pastor Brent begins the series For the One by walking through Luke 15 and Jesus’ stories of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the two lost sons. These stories reveal the heart of a Father who searches, runs, restores, and celebrates when even one person comes home. Evangelism is not meant to be pressure, performance, or religious obligation. It is the overflow of God’s love in us for the people around us. This episode will encourage you to pray for one person, build real relationships, share your story, and live ready for the party Heaven throws when the lost are found.

How to Overcome a Negative Mindset - Pam Lina

What do you do when your thoughts feel loud, your emotions feel overwhelming, and your circumstances start shaping the way you see God, yourself, and your future? In this message, we look at Hebrews 4:12 and the powerful truth that the Word of God is alive and active, able to divide soul and spirit and reveal what is really happening in the heart. We’ll also look at how Scripture teaches us to fight spiritual battles, take thoughts captive, overcome negative mentalities, and fix our eyes on Jesus. This is a message about renewing your mind, trusting God with your past, putting your present in perspective, and holding on to the future God has promised.

Better | What is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit?

Part 7 of Better What is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit? And what are we supposed to do with speaking in tongues? For some Christians, these questions are exciting. For others, they are confusing or connected to some bad experiences. But in Acts 1, Jesus called the Holy Spirit “the gift my Father promised,” and told His disciples to wait until they received power. In this message, Pastor Brent Parsley teaches through Acts 1–2, 1 Corinthians 12–14, and other key Scriptures to bring biblical clarity to Holy Spirit baptism, Pentecost, and the gift of tongues. This message explains that the Holy Spirit is involved in salvation, but also fills and empowers believers for mission, prayer, courage, and witness. You’ll also hear a practical and pastoral explanation of speaking in tongues, what it is, what it isn't, why Paul gives order for its use in worship, and why spiritual gifts should always build up the church in love. The Holy Spirit is not someone to be skeptical of and avoid. He is the presence and power of God given to the people of God. Promised Land Church is located in East Aurora, NY, and exists to help people follow Jesus together in Western New York.

Better | Hearing God - Brent Parsley

Part 6 of Better How do you know if God is speaking to you? Many Christians want to hear God’s voice but feel confused or even afraid of getting it wrong. In this message, Pastor Brent teaches from John 10 and John 16 about the voice of the Holy Spirit and the promise that Jesus’ sheep can know His voice. God still speaks, but our lives are often full of competing voices. The world, the flesh, and the devil all create noise that can distract and confuse us. The good news is that hearing God is not just for pastors, prophets, or “extra spiritual” people. It is part of what it means to belong to Jesus. This message gives a practical and biblical framework for discerning God’s voice. You’ll learn four important tests for what you think you’re hearing: Does it agree with Scripture? Will it make you more like Jesus? Do godly friends agree? Do you have peace? If you’ve ever wondered how to hear God and follow the Holy Spirit’s leading, this episode will help you listen with greater confidence.

Better | You've Got a Gift - Brent Parsley

Part 5 of Better God gives spiritual gifts to His people so the church can be strengthened, people can be served, and His purposes can move forward in the world. In this message from the Better series, Pastor Brent Parsley teaches on the gifts of the Holy Spirit and why they matter for every follower of Jesus. Spiritual gifts are not only for pastors, leaders, or unusually spiritual people. The Bible teaches that every Christian has been given gifts by the Holy Spirit for the common good. This message explains what spiritual gifts are, why the Holy Spirit gives them, how believers can recognize and develop their gifts, and why the church needs every person to use what God has placed in them. The Holy Spirit gives gifts because God works through His people. Every Christian has a part to play.