When Faith Becomes Real: Nate Diaz on Living What You Sing

What do you do when you watch God answer someone else's prayer while you're still waiting on yours?Acts 12 gives us one of the hardest pictures of faith in Scripture. Peter is miraculously rescued from prison—but just before that, James is killed.Why did God rescue Peter but not James?In this message, Pastor Bobby Chandler tackles the difficult question: Is God still good when He doesn't do what we prayed for?We'll discover that God's goodness isn't measured by our circumstances or outcomes. God sees the entire story when we can only see the chapter we're living in.You'll also learn how to break toxic patterns that have been passed down through generations, stop living for people's approval, and trust God even when you don't understand what He's doing.God is still good—even when you don't understand.The sermon emphasizes that God's goodness isn't determined by circumstances but by His character, and later explains that we judge God from our current “chapter” while He sees the entire story.GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

What do you do when God asks you to move—but you don't feel ready?In Acts 10, Peter receives a vision he doesn't understand and is told by the Holy Spirit to follow three strangers without hesitation. Peter didn't have all the answers. He didn't know what was coming next. He simply had to trust God and move by faith.In this message, Pastor Bobby Chandler reminds us that you don't have to feel ready for God to use you.God may tell you to move before He tells you how.He may ask you to step outside your comfort zone, change the way you see something, or trust Him with something completely outside your control.You may not feel ready—but God is already preparing what's next.Key Scriptures:Acts 9–10John 14:12Romans 12:2Matthew 7:16–20Isaiah 49:6Authentic Church 2010 Clement Blvd NW Hickory, NC 28601 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

What do you do when God asks you to do something that doesn't make sense?In this message from Acts 9, Pastor Bobby Chandler walks through Ananias' encounter with God and shows us what faith really looks like.Faith isn't pretending you have all the answers.Faith is choosing to obey even when you don't understand.If you've ever questioned God's timing, struggled with His direction, or wondered why He allowed hardship into your life, this message will encourage you to trust Him one step at a time.Sometimes God doesn't explain everything.He simply says..."I will be with you."Key Scriptures* Acts 9* 2 Corinthians 5:7* Matthew 7:7–8* John 16:33* Proverbs 3:5–6Authentic Church 2010 Clement Blvd NW Hickory, NC 28601 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Join Pastor Bobby Chandler and Nate Diaz for an honest conversation about what it means to move beyond believing in Jesus to living a faith that's real. They'll discuss worship, purpose, calling, and how authentic faith transforms everyday life.

Have you ever wondered why God closed a door you desperately wanted to walk through?In this message from Acts 8–9, Pastor Bobby Chandler unpacks the dramatic conversion of Saul and reminds us that God's interruptions are often His greatest acts of love.Sometimes the very thing we're praying for would actually lead us toward destruction.God sees what we cannot see.No matter where you've been or what you've done, you are never too far gone for God's grace.Key Scriptures* Acts 8–9* Luke 15* Genesis 3* John 9Authentic Church 2010 Clement Blvd NW Hickory, NC 28601GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Pastor Bobby sits down with Pastor Matt Chewning of Netcast Church in this special AWKN podcast.

Why do we keep going back to the same struggles we thought we had already overcome?In this message from Acts 8, Pastor Bobby Chandler teaches about Simon the Sorcerer and what happens when old desires, bitterness, jealousy, and hidden struggles remain in our hearts.Giving your life to Jesus happens in a moment—but transformation is a process.You may still hear the old voices. You may still face temptation. You may still struggle with things from your past. But just because you hear the old voice doesn't mean you have to obey it.God wants your whole heart.Stop hiding what needs healing, surrender it completely to Jesus, and allow Him to transform you from the inside out.Key Scriptures:Acts 7–8Mark 1:22–26Mark 5:6–7Matthew 7:21Authentic Church 2010 Clement Blvd NW Hickory, NC 28601 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Why do so many Christians keep fighting the same battles over and over again?In this powerful message, Pastor Matt Chewning explains why trying harder isn't the answer. The Christian life was never meant to be lived in your own strength.If you've been battling addiction, anxiety, lust, fear, anger, or shame, this message will show you how God designed you to live by the power of the Holy Spirit—not by the power of your own effort.Stop fighting the flesh with the flesh.Key Scriptures* Luke 11* Acts 1* Acts 19* John 14* John 20* Galatians 5* Romans 8 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

What shapes the person you're becoming?In this episode of the Believe The Impossible Podcast, Pastor Bobby Chandler sits down with Keenan Clark for an honest conversation about spiritual growth, forgiveness, and what it truly means to follow Jesus.Together they discuss growing up in God's Word, learning to trust Him through every season, and how God can transform even the hardest parts of our hearts. Whether you're new to faith or have walked with Jesus for years, this conversation will challenge you to ask one life-changing question:Who are you becoming?If this conversation encouraged you, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs hope today.👇 Connect with us🌐 Authentic Churchhttps://www.authenticchurch.com

Have you ever been hurt by church? You're not alone.In this powerful message, Tauren Wells reminds us that while the church is imperfect, it's still God's design for growing our faith, discovering our purpose, and living in biblical community.If you've been disappointed by people, questioning church, or wondering if you can follow Jesus on your own, this message will challenge and encourage you to reconnect with what Jesus still loves.Key Scriptures* Ephesians 2:19–22* Matthew 16:18* Acts 2:46* Luke 4:16GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.