Apostle Matt Tillery talks with Reuben Blackwell, Rocky Mount city councilman and OIC President/CEO, about redistricting and the 1983 Voting Rights Act case, the city’s progress in public safety and housing, and the spiritual and historical forces shaping local politics.

The conversation balances practical civic updates—fire department accreditation, downtown and housing revitalization, and OIC’s redevelopment work—with a faith-centered call to stand for justice, pray, and persevere through spiritual and political challenges.

In this episode Apostle Matt Tillery interviews Congressman Don Davis about his journey from a rural upbringing to the U.S. House of Representatives, and the values that guide his public service.

They discuss securing millions for Eastern North Carolina, restoring rural healthcare (including reopening Martin General as a rural emergency hospital), creating local job and training opportunities for young people, and balancing faith, family, and leadership.

Apostle Matt Tillery and Dr. Tiffany Tyson discuss how stress, depression, and hormonal changes like perimenopause can impact mental health, how to recognize symptoms, when to seek medical or hormonal treatment, practical self-care tips, and the role of faith and community support.

Apostle Matt Tillery delivers a prophetic message calling the church to move beyond religious routines and actively confront broken systems with God’s wisdom and power.

The episode urges believers to demonstrate the kingdom through justice, compassion, and practical action—standing for the voiceless, confronting injustice, and bringing transformation to communities.

Join Apostle Matthew Tillery and Dr. Tiffany Tyson for a candid, compassionate conversation in honor of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. They discuss early warning signs, the impact of chronic stress and racial trauma, how families and churches can spot and respond to mental health needs, and practical steps to seek help.

This episode emphasizes breaking stigma, combining faith with professional care, and offering resources and support for individuals and communities to begin healing.

Welcome to the Advancing the Kingdom podcast, streaming live on social media and podcast platforms. In this episode Apostle Matthew Tillery interviews District Court Judge Tia Hudgens-Taylor about her journey from Rocky Mount to the bench, the power of representation, and the importance of mentorship.

Judge Hudgens-Taylor discusses building trust in the courtroom, advocating for mental health and youth outreach, and urges listeners to vote on November 3. A concise, inspiring conversation about service, community, and believing you belong.

Welcome to the Advancing the Kingdom Podcast with host Matt Tillery. In this episode Matt interviews Andre Knight, Rocky Mount City Council member, about his decades-long community advocacy — from opening elder care services and leading the local NAACP to fighting for neighborhood revitalization and increased Black leadership in city government.

They discuss local reforms, the ward system, economic and housing improvements, audit controversies and political pushback, and the role of faith, prayer and civic engagement in advancing justice and community progress.

Apostle Matt Tillery delivers a concise prophetic message that the church is in a season of reset: believers must change their mindset, leave familiar patterns, and discern what God is doing next.

He calls the church to shift from mere gatherings to active kingdom work—serving communities, releasing fresh revelation, and stepping into the end-time assignments God has prepared.

Apostle Matt Tillery interviews Pastor James Galliard about the Save American Act, voter ID laws, gerrymandering, and the recent Supreme Court ruling — exploring how these issues affect voting access and why the church must respond.

The episode also examines local concerns like Senate Bill 1076 on Rocky Mount utility revenues, Galliard’s Tour 54 campaign, and practical steps for civic engagement and prophetic leadership to protect community services and democratic participation.

Apostle Matt Tillery delivers a Mother's Day message centered on Deborah from Judges 4, calling prophetic women to arise, move strategically, and lead with prophetic clarity in times of crisis.

He challenges cultural resistance, encourages women to use their God-given authority.