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/ | jparker@afa.net. 

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 | jparker@afa.net. 

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 jparker@afa.net. 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 | jparker@afa.net  

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 | jparker@afa.net 

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 jparker@afa.net. | 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 jparker@afa.net.

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 | jparker@afa.net.

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 jparker@afa.net. 

Helpful teaching today as Pastor Joseph Parker focuses on picking up the pace in the Christian walk on this episode of Hour of Intercession.

*This show originally aired on September 17, 2021. 

Show notes: John 1:1-18 (NKJV) | jparker@afa.net | www.greenwoodhopecenter.org.

Pastor Joseph Parker visits with AFA Journal staff writer Joy Lucius about her young adult historic novel Rose and Odette: Unknown Children of the Holocaust. 

*This show originally aired July 23, 2021. 

Show notes: Joy's book is available here: www.afastore.net/rose-and-odette-unknown-children-of-the-holocaust.

Pastor Joseph Parker reminds us that whether we like it or not we are in a spiritual battle. We need to make use of the weapons God provides for the battle.

*This show first aired on October 12, 2021. 

Show notes: Psalm 100:1-5 (NKJV); Ephesians 6:10-20 (NKJV) | www.afa.net/the-stand/culture/2014/11/an-attitude-of-gratitude-is-its-own-reward | Contact Pastor Joseph for free discipleship resources at jparker@afa.net.

Pastor Joseph Parker reminds us of the role of evangelism and discipleship in the life of a believer.

Show notes: Luke 15:1-32 (NKJV) | Pastor Joseph mentions these blogs: www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2020/12/jesus-the-answer-to-everything, www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2020/01/a-letter-from-heaven-a-letter-from-hell. | For the gospel tract bookmarks, email Pastor Joseph at jparker@afa.net. 

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.

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.

Pastor Joseph Parker reads from the Bible on this episode of Hour of Intercession.

Show notes: 1 Chronicles 8:29-12:3 (NKJV); James 1:1-3:18 (NKJV) | Contact Pastor Joseph for helpful discipleship resources at jparker@afa.net. 

Pastor Joseph Parker reminds us that whether we like it or not we are in a spiritual battle. We need to make use of the weapons God provides for the battle. 

Show notes: Psalm 100:1-5 (NKJV); Ephesians 6:10-20 (NKJV) | www.afa.net/the-stand/culture/2014/11/an-attitude-of-gratitude-is-its-own-reward | Contact Pastor Joseph for free discipleship resources at jparker@afa.net. 

Pastor Joseph Parker spotlights the need for parents to share the gospel with their children, as well as train them in the ways of the Lord. Along the way, you'll hear a half dozen speeches from the 10 Commandments Project.

Show notes: Deuteronomy 6:1-9 (NKJV) | Contact Pastor Joseph Parker at jparker@afa.net.

*This program originally aired on August 27, 2021.