Church Talk

In this special episode, we sit down with Bishop Ryan Thompson, a missionary who has spent nearly 30 years serving in Brazil and following the call of God into Portuguese-speaking nations around the world.

Bishop Thompson shares the incredible story of how God called him to Brazil as a young man, his early days of ministry with just six people, and how that small beginning grew into a thriving ministry with dozens of churches throughout Brazil.

This is a powerful conversation about revival around the world and a reminder that small beginnings can become something far greater when they're placed in God's hands.

In this episode of Church Talk, we dive into a powerful and often overlooked topic: service ethics.

Too often, church culture leans heavily on prayer, fasting, and spiritual disciplines (which are essential), but neglects the equally important role of service.

We’re honored to partner with Blue Heart Missions and the incredible work they’re doing around the world! 🙌

They are actively training pastors, reaching communities, and seeing lives transformed—literally impacting nations one soul at a time. 🌱✨ Right now, they’re working to establish a headquarters in Zambia, which will serve as a hub for ministry, training, and outreach across the region. 🇿🇲

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This week on the Church Talk Podcast, we sit down with Bishop Wade Bass to unpack an incredible move of God happening across Africa and India.

From training thousands of ministry leaders to seeing entire networks of pastors baptized in Jesus’ name, this episode dives into a missions model that’s producing real, lasting impact.

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What does it really mean to give God the first part of your day? It’s not just about routine, it’s about alignment. In this episode, we talk about how your time reveals your priorities, and how real spiritual growth shows up in everyday decisions: what you consume, what you avoid, and who you’re becoming. When you intentionally spend time with God through His Word, prayer, and community, it starts to reshape everything, your mind, your choices, your relationships, and even your future.

In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful truth that your mood matters—spiritually, mentally, and physically. From the wisdom of Proverbs 17:22 to modern science showing how laughter can literally boost your immune system, we explore why a merry heart is more than just a feeling—it’s medicine for your body, soul, and spirit.

What does it really mean when God opens a door and why does opposition almost always come with it? From Scripture to real-life stories, we'll unpack how opportunity often shows up as raw material, not finished miracles, and why fear, distraction, delay, and discouragement try to keep us from stepping through God-given doors.

What if the greatest advantage in your life isn’t talent, education, or experience, but spiritual sensitivity?

In this episode of Church Talk, we dive into what we’re calling the “Sixth Sense”: the Holy Ghost, empowered ability to discern, perceive, and respond beyond our five natural senses. Rooted in Romans 8, this conversation explores the difference between being carnally minded and spiritually minded, and why walking in the Spirit is essential for life, peace, and effectiveness.

In today’s episode, we dive into the story of Samson and Delilah to uncover how desire, when left unchecked, can slowly erode our convictions. Compromise rarely happens all at once, but through a “slow fade” of crossed boundaries and misplaced affections. Drawing from Judges 16, we explore the danger of laying our head in the wrong lap

How does the red heifer in Numbers 19 connect to the outpouring of the Holy Ghost in Acts chapter 2?

In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, we explore the powerful biblical connection between Old Testament purification and New Testament empowerment. We unpack the ordinance of the red heifer—ashes, living water, and cleansing from the defilement of death—and show how it points forward to the work of the Holy Ghost poured out at Pentecost.

This episode reminds us that consistency isn’t about perfection, it’s about perseverance. Even when we stumble or fall short of our goals, we don’t quit. We get back up and try again.