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]. 

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) | [email protected] | 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 [email protected].

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 [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.

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 [email protected]. 

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 [email protected]. 

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 [email protected].

*This program originally aired on August 27, 2021. 

Pastor Joseph Parker shares his take on that encouraging pro-life news from Texas in segment 1.

In segments 2 and 3 (starting at 17:03), Mattie Martinez of Embrace Grace tells her story of how God used a "Love Box" and the compassion of her sister to convince her to choose life for her baby.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIewuPkzRJE

Embrace Grace helps women and men experiencing unplanned pregnancies find a place of belonging within the church through support groups. Find out how your church can get involved.

Show notes: www.embracegrace.com; In segment 1, Pastor Joseph mentioned this blog: https://www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2020/08/courageous-servants-cowards-and-the-church/. His email address is [email protected].

*This show originally aired on September 4th. 

There are tremendous treasures in the Bible. Pastor Joseph Parker reads from both Old Testament and New Testament passages on this episode of Hour of Intercession. 

Show notes: 1 Chronicles 6:16-8:36 (NKJV); Hebrews 12:1-13:25 (NKJV) | Contact Pastor Joseph at [email protected] | Help bring hope to moms. Partner with the Greenwood Pregnancy and Hope Center to provide a non-profit mobile pregnancy care unit to serve the Mississippi Delta. For more information and to make a donation, go to www.greenwoodhopecenter.org.

Joseph Parker is joined by Jade Hollyfield, Assistant to the Directors of Special Initiatives at American Family Association. Jade shares what God is teaching her about joy in the Christian life. 

Show notes: Acts 16:25-34 (NKJV) | www.afa.net/the-stand/culture/2014/11/an-attitude-of-gratitude-is-its-own-reward/ | [email protected] 

Pastor Joseph Parker challenges believers to seek the Lord's direction on how they should stand for life. His guest during segment 1 is Ted Tittel, an AFR listener from Kansas who shares his heart for the unborn.

Show notes: Psalm 139:1-24 (NKJV) 

Help bring hope to moms. Partner with the Greenwood Pregnancy and Hope Center to provide a non-profit mobile pregnancy care unit to serve the Mississippi Delta. For more information and to make a donation, go to www.greenwoodhopecenter.org. 

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 exceptional pro-life blogs. His newest book is titled The Intercession Chronicles. It’s a parable about prayer. Both books are available at AFA Resource Center at www.resources.afa.net. 

Enjoy the encouragement found in God's Word with Pastor Joseph Parker.

Show notes: 1 Chronicles 5:10-6:20 (NKJV); Hebrews 11:1-12:13 (NKJV) | [email protected]

Help bring hope to moms. Partner with the Greenwood Pregnancy and Hope Center to provide a non-profit mobile pregnancy care unit to serve the Mississippi Delta. For more information and to make a donation, go to www.greenwoodhopecenter.org.

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. 

Saving the lives of unborn babies is the front-and-center topic on this edition of Hour of Intercession. 

Show notes: Exodus 1:15-22 (NKJV) | Pastor Joseph read from these blogs: www.afa.net/the-stand/culture/2021/09/roe-v-wade-legalized-murder/, www.afa.net/the-stand/culture/2021/08/sex-trafficking-and-the-abortion-industry-evil-twins/, www.afa.net/the-stand/faith/2020/07/the-bible-life-and-abortion/ | [email protected] | www.greenwoodhopecenter.org.