Dana Patton: One School Teacher's Unique Adoption Story/Journey
November 11, 2021
00:48:13
The Hour of Intercession is a radio show hosted by Pastor Joseph Parker. This show covers topics of prayer, intercession, the Word of God and features interviews with pastors and religious leaders.
Dana Patton is Pastor Joseph Parker's guest on this episode of The Hour of Intercession. Dana was adopted at birth by a godly family. As an adult, Dana began a search to find her birth mother. Don't miss this story of healing and grace.
Show notes: Psalm 139:1-24 (NKJV) | Email Dana at [email protected]. | Pastor Joseph reads from this article: www.afa.net/the-stand/family/2018/08/except-in-the-case-of-rape. | Email Pastor Joseph at [email protected]. | www.samaritanspurse.org/occ.
Pastor Joseph Parker underscores how important it is for grandparents and parents to teach about this topic from a biblical viewpoint on this episode of The Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: Proverbs 7:1-27 (NKJV), Hebrews 13:1-14 (NKJV) | Sign up for AFA Streaming at www.afa.net. | Find out more about the Operation Christmas Child's Shoebox Campaign at www.samaritanspurse.org/occ. | Email Pastor Joseph at [email protected].
George Washington Carver said, "The secret of my success? It is simple. It is found in the Bible, 'In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths (Proverbs 3:6)." Pastor Joseph Parker reads from this amazing book on this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: 1 Chronicles 23:1-26:8 (NKJV), 2 Peter 1:1-3:18 (NKJV) | Find out more about AFA Streaming at www.afa.net. | Joseph mentions this blog: www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2019/03/the-bible-the-book-that-is-alive/ | Email Pastor Joseph for evangelism and discipleship resources at [email protected].
Have you considered the importance of spending quality time reading and meditating on God's Word? Pastor Joseph Parker talks to us about that in this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: Psalm 1:1-6 (NKJV); Psalm 112:1-10 (NKJV) | www.samaritanspurse.org/occ | Find out more about AFA Streaming at www.afa.net. | [email protected].
Christians are called to share the good news of the gospel and to help fellow believers to grow in their faith. Pastor Joseph Parker and By Design's Jade Hollyfield have a helpful conversation about the Christian's responsibilities on this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: Matthew 28:16-20 (NKJV) | www.afa.net/bydesign | www.samaritanspurse.org/occ | Contact Pastor Joseph at [email protected] to receive the free Prayer Tools he mentions on today's show.
How your hurts, struggles, and deepest longings can lead to a fulfilling life. That's the message behind the book Free to Thrive, written by Josh McDowell and Ben Bennett. Ben discusses the book with Pastor Joseph Parker on this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: Psalm 1:1-6 (NKJV); Proverbs 5:1-23 (NKJV) | www.resolutionmovement.org | Sign up for AFA Streaming at www.afa.net. | [email protected].
Do you look at the Bible as an arsenal of weapons for spiritual warfare? Pastor Joseph Parker discusses this vital topic in this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: Psalm 27:1-4 (NKJV); 2 Corinthians 10:4 (NKJV) | For information on AFA Streaming, visit www.afa.net. | www.samaritanspurse.org/occ | [email protected].
Listen to Pastor Joseph Parker as he reads from the Book of books, the Bible, in this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: 1 Chronicles 19:1-23:23 (NKJV); 1 Peter 3:1-22 (NKJV) | Discover more about culture-transforming video content available at AFA Streaming at www.afa.net. Contact Pastor Joseph for the Prayer Tools he mentions on the show today at [email protected].
Pastor Joseph Parker challenges listeners to establish a lifestyle of speaking words of faith.
Show notes: Hebrews 11:1-2 (NKJV) | AFA Streaming: www.afa.net | www.samaritanspurse.org/occ | www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2021/07/a-lifelong-student-in-the-school-of-faith/ | [email protected].
This is a critical time in our nation's history. November 1st and December 1st are critical dates at the Supreme Court of the United States. Pro-life champion Allan Parker shares four vitally important matters of prayer... in this episode of Hour of Intercession with Pastor Joseph Parker.
Show notes: Ephesians 6:10-20 (NKJV) | www.thejusticefoundation.org | www.samaritanspurse.org/occ
Cedra Sartin, Content Coordinator with Engage, drops by to talk about the Orange Letter Campaign. The OLC is a project to send letters to missionaries and persecuted Christians around the world. The remainder of the show focuses on the Word of God as Pastor Joseph Parker reads from 1 Chronicles and 1 Peter.
Show notes: 1 Chronicles 16:14-19:7 (NKJV); 1 Peter 1:1-3:11 (NKJV) | www.engagemagazine.net | [email protected].
Pastor Joseph Parker is joined by Dr. Andy Miller, III of Wesley Biblical Seminary in Jackson, MS. Dr. Miller is Vice President for Academic Affairs and Assistant Professor of Historical Theology. Pastor Joseph and Dr. Miller discuss a wide range of topics from the negative influences of a secular worldview to students and full-time ministry. In the final segment of the program, Pastor Joseph underscores the dangers of deception and the importance of staying in God's Word.
Show notes: Ephesians 6:10-20 (NKJV) | Learn more about Dr. Miller here: www.wbs.edu/personnel/dr-andy-miller-iii and contact Wesley Biblical Seminary at www.wbs.edu. | www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child | www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2014/09/meditate-on-gods-word
Pastor Joseph Parker shares passages from the Book of all books, the Bible, on this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: I Chronicles 12:1-16:25 (NKJV); James 3:1-5:20 (NKJV); 1 Peter 1:1-12 (NKJV) | Connect with Pastor Joseph at [email protected]. Blogs by Pastor Joseph include: www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2021/05/the-word-of-god-no-apologies-necessary.
Pastor Joseph Parker is joined by Bishop Patrick Wooden of Upper Room Church of God in Christ in Raleigh, North Carolina. Bishop Wooden is a champion for the unborn. (The interview begins at 11:30.)
The first guest is Jennie Rodgers. She talks about an October 23rd event in which her son, Caleb, is scheduled to speak. Little Caleb has cerebral palsy and has a heart to tell others about Christ.
Show notes: Exodus 1:15-22 (NKJV) | www.upperroomgospel.org/meetourpastor | www.justjesusinc.com | [email protected]
Pastor Joseph Parker is joined by Anne Cockrell and Kendra White, the hosts of the new AFR podcast Hannah's Heart. Hannah's Heart is a half-hour program specifically designed to encourage Christian couples walking through infertility and miscarriage. It’s named after Hannah in the Bible, a righteous woman who struggled with infertility but sought God in the midst of her pain. Listen to Hannah’s Heart each Saturday afternoon at 5 central on American Family Radio or find the podcast at AFR dot net.
Show notes: Psalm 113:1-9 (NKJV) | www.afr.net/podcasts/hannah-s-heart | [email protected]
Pastor Joseph Parker opens the Bible and shares what God has to say about abortion. You'll hear several passages of Scripture in which God reveals His heart about the life issue.
*This show originally aired on October 6, 2021.
Show notes: Luke 1:1-56 (NKJV) | Pastor Joseph offered the biblical insight from three of his blogs: www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2019/10/the-church-and-the-issue-of-life, www.afa.net/the-stand/family/2020/12/god-s-word-clearly-opposes-abortion, www.afa.net/the-stand/family/2020/05/life-pregnancy-and-motherhood.
Jerry Cox, president of Family Council of Arkansas, joins Pastor Joseph Parker for segment 1 of Hour of Intercession. Hear how God called him to this exciting work. Then, in segments 2 and 3 (scroll ahead to 17:14), Pastor Joseph issues a challenge for believers to listen for the voice and God and obey the word of God. Don't miss this inspiring message to the church on this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Show notes: Joshua 1:6-7 (NKJV); Exodus 1:8-21 (NKJV) | Family Council of Arkansas contact info: (501) 375-7000 and www.familycouncil.org | Contact Pastor Joseph at [email protected]. | Here's a link to the blog mentioned: www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2020/08/courageous-servants-cowards-and-the-church.
As Christians, we have a responsibility and privilege to pray for our nation. Pastor Joseph shares from the Bible about this important matter on this episode of Hour of Intercession.
Pastor Joseph serves as AFA director of intercession and outreach. He is the author of the book, A Pastor’s Notes; God Calls the Church to Stand Boldy for Life. It’s a collection of pro-life blogs. His newest book is titled The Intercession Chronicles and it’s a parable about prayer. It’s designed to set your prayer life on fire, and it can serve as an evangelism resource to pass along to others. Both books are available at the AFA Resource Center at www.resources.afa.net.
Show notes: 1 Timothy 2:1-10 (NKJV) | www.prayinginvictory.com | Contact Pastor Joseph for free prayer, discipleship, and evangelism resources at [email protected].
Embrace Grace, Inc. helps women and men experiencing unplanned pregnancies find a place of belonging within the church through support groups. Amy Ford, president of Embrace Grace, Inc., shares some amazing stories of God's work through Embrace Grace.
*This show originally aired on June 2, 2021.
Show notes: Exodus 1:15-22 (NKJV); Luke 10:25-37 (NKJV) | www.embracegrace.com | www.helpherbebrave.com | [email protected].
Pastor Joseph Parker looks at the Bible's worshiping warrior king highlighting Psalm 23 and Psalm 34.
*This show was first heard on July 24, 2021.
Show notes: Psalm 23:1-6 (NKJV); Psalm 34:1-22 (NKJV) | Contact Pastor Joseph at [email protected].
