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Most people aren’t losing because life is too hard…
They’re losing because they’re fighting the wrong battles.
In this episode of The Babbler, Marshall breaks down a powerful and often overlooked truth from the story of David and Goliath in First Samuel.
While Goliath stood waiting…Israel stayed busy fighting in the valley.
And we’re still doing the same thing today.
We fill our lives with activity, discipline, routines, and even good things…but avoid the one battle that would actually change everything.
This episode challenges you to examine your priorities:
• Are you growing… or just staying busy?• Are you fighting your flesh… or avoiding it?• Are you building the Kingdom… or just maintaining comfort?
From prayer and personal growth…to church culture, marriage, and parenting…
This message will help you refocus on what truly matters.
Because when the giant falls…everything else follows.
If this episode speaks to you, share it with someone who’s been feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

Kids ministry isn’t just games, puppets, and keeping children entertained.
It’s spiritual warfare.It’s trauma.It’s eternity in the balance.
In this episode of The Babbler, Marshall sits down with children’s evangelist Micah to uncover the reality behind kids ministry that most people never see.
From powerful altar moments to heartbreaking stories of broken homes, this conversation reveals why reaching children may be one of the most important — and most overlooked — callings in the church today.
You’ll hear real stories of:• Children being delivered and changed at the altar• Entire families impacted through one child’s encounter with God• Trauma, abuse, and brokenness kids carry into church• Why fun and creativity are essential for reaching the next generation• The truth about what happens after the puppet show ends
Micah also shares practical tools for ministering to children, including the “LABBS” method for praying effectively with kids, and why listening may be more important than speaking.
This episode will challenge the way you view:• Children’s ministry• Evangelism• The future of the church
Because the reality is this:
We don’t know where these kids are coming from…And we don’t know who they’re going to become.
But God does.
And what happens in one moment… one service… one altar…can echo into eternity.
📚 Recommended Book from this Episode
Me, Myself, and Bob by Phil Vischerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/1595551221
A powerful story of success, failure, and faith from the creator of VeggieTales, and a must-read for anyone struggling with fear of failure.
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If this episode impacted you, share it with someone who serves in ministry, works with kids, or needs a fresh perspective on what really matters.

The throne room of God is not closed. You are invited. In this episode of The Babbler, we explore one of the most powerful spiritual truths in Scripture: our access to the throne of grace. Using the story of Esther and the king's golden scepter, this episode reveals how approaching God once carried the risk of death. In the Old Testament, only one high priest could enter the most holy place once a year. But because of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, everything changed. Today you can approach the throne of grace boldly. In this episode we talk about: • The powerful story of Esther approaching the king • Why the golden scepter matters for believers today • How Jesus gave us daily access to God's presence • Why many Christians struggle to pray with confidence • The difference between our righteousness and His righteousness • Why prayer is more than just religious routine Many people avoid prayer because they feel unworthy. Others rush through it like a checklist. But God is not a distant ruler waiting to judge you. He is a King extending the scepter. If you will come to Him, He will answer. If you feel distant from God, discouraged in prayer, or unsure how to approach Him, this episode will remind you of something powerful. The throne room is open. Listen now and rediscover the incredible access we have to God through the name of Jesus. More episodes and resources https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler KEY BIBLE PASSAGES: Esther 4 Esther 5 Hebrews 4:16 Proverbs 18:10 Acts 4:12 Colossians 2:9 throne of grace access to God Esther Bible story how to pray Christian prayer teaching boldly approach the throne of grace Pentecostal podcast Apostolic preaching name of Jesus teaching Bible study podcast Christian encouragement Hebrews 4:16 explained Esther sermon Christian podcast 2026 faith and prayer

The clock is ticking. Jesus is coming back. And there is still room at the table.
Episode 40 of The Babbler is not a theology lecture. It is a wake up call.
In this episode, Marshall delivers a passionate and urgent plea for personal evangelism in the final hour. Drawing from Mark 16, Luke 14, 1 Corinthians 15, and Romans 10, this message centers on one undeniable truth. We are commanded to go.
Go into all the world.Preach the gospel to every creature.Compel them to come in.
This is not about feelings. It is about obedience.
In Mark 16, Jesus makes it plain. These signs shall follow them that believe. If we are not seeing the signs, maybe we have not given them anything to follow.
In Luke 14, the servant returns from inviting guests and says, Lord, it is done as you commanded, and yet there is still room. Heaven is not full. The blood has not expired. There is still space at the table.
In Romans 10, Scripture asks one of the heaviest questions in the Bible. How shall they hear without a preacher?
That preacher is you.
This episode confronts fear, complacency, rejection, and distraction. It calls believers to step out of comfort zones and into highways and hedges. It challenges us to consider how we will feel when the Lord returns and someone we could have reached is on the outside looking in.
You will also hear:
• Why signs and miracles follow movement• Why evangelism is a command, not a personality type• What it means to be steadfast and unmovable in the work of the Lord• How rejection does not mean failure• A powerful real life story about knocking doors and finding someone who was waiting
If you have felt inadequate, unqualified, or worn down by rejection, this episode will remind you that someone is waiting on you to speak.
Right now is the time.If they have breath, they need the gospel.
Listen. Share. Go.
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If evangelism feels intimidating, irrelevant, or “not your thing,” Episode 39 will change how you think about soul winning forever. In this powerful conversation on The Babbler, special guest Caden Russell shares his testimony of drifting from God in college, hitting a breaking point at 3 AM in a gym parking lot, and being radically restored by the Holy Spirit. More than a worship leader, Caden carries a burning passion for authentic soul winning for today’s generation. In this episode you’ll hear: • How God resurrected Caden’s life when everything seemed dead • Why *authenticity* is more attractive than polished performance • What Jesus meant when He said, “Feed My sheep” (John 21) • How evangelism looks different in a social media era • Why compassion must lead to action • Real stories of souls genuinely encountered and won • How to share the gospel with generosity, courage, and wisdom Caden and Marshall also talk about how God is moving on university campuses, how doctrine matters *with* love, and how revival isn’t just for church buildings — it’s for hearts everywhere. If you’ve ever felt nervous to share your faith, unsure how to have gospel conversations, or like revival has passed you by, this episode is for *you*. Soul winning is not a spectator sport — it’s a *command*, and it’s more accessible and more urgent than ever. **Connect with Caden Russell** Find his music and ministry here: [https://linktr.ee/cadenrussell?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=2755e0a1-c5e6-4b6f-ac1d-f91937a8e43e](https://linktr.ee/cadenrussell?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=2755e0a1-c5e6-4b6f-ac1d-f91937a8e43e) **More episodes, resources, and connection with The Babbler** [https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=a24e0cdc-057e-4ec4-9208-1a9a95678dd5](https://linktr.ee/TheBabbler?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=a24e0cdc-057e-4ec4-9208-1a9a95678dd5) Recommended Books & Resources • *The Lion and the Lamb* by Andreas J. Köstenberger, L. Scott Kellum, Charles L. Quarles https://bhacademic.bhpublishinggroup.com/product/the-lion-and-the-lamb-3/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "B&H Academic" • *The Oneness of God* by David K. Bernard — https://remnantrevolutiontour.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/The-Oneness-of-God-Book-David-K-Bernard.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Pentecostal Theology | |" • *A Tale of Three Kings* by Gene Edwards — a leadership and spiritual character classic (searchable by title) • *The Last Man* by Stephen Gill — a book on biblical interpretation and confronting doctrinal division (searchable by title) **Recommended Podcasts** • *Noteworthy with Nathan French* — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/noteworthy-with-nathan-french/id1444939219?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Noteworthy with Nathan French - Podcast - Apple Podcasts" • *The Apostolic Classroom* — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-apostolic-classroom/id1829817446?utm_source=chatgpt.com "The Apostolic Classroom - Podcast - Apple Podcasts" If this episode stirred your heart, share it with a friend, start a Bible study, or take one bold step to *feed a soul* today. #ChristianPodcast #SoulWinning #Evangelism #Apostolic #FeedMySheep #HolyGhost #John21 #TheBabbler Caden Russell testimony How to win souls John 21 feed my sheep explained Apostolic evangelism Holy Ghost testimony story University campus revival Acts 2:38 salvation Oneness vs Trinity conversation Authenticity in ministry Pentecostal campus ministry How to teach a Bible study Christian podcast about revival Soul winning stories Being moved with compassion Bible

If it feels like nothing is growing, this episode is for you.
In Episode 38 of The Babbler, Marshall tackles a tension every minister, leader, and faithful believer eventually faces. What do you do when you are sowing seed but not seeing results? When others seem to have instant revival, instant growth, instant numbers, and you are just… planting?
Drawing from Mark chapter 4 and the parable of the sower, this episode contrasts stony ground and fertile soil. Some seeds spring up quickly but wither just as fast. Others disappear underground for a long season before ever breaking the surface. The difference is not in the seed. It is in the soil.
This is a message for:• Pastors and evangelists tempted to measure success by numbers• Bible study teachers who feel unseen• Campus ministers and P7 leaders sowing faithfully• Church members serving quietly without recognition• Anyone weary in well doing
Marshall speaks candidly about the pressure within Pentecostal culture to produce visible results. He shares real stories from nursing home ministry, small struggling congregations, and moments that felt fruitless at the time but later produced lasting impact. This episode challenges the idea that immediate response equals lasting revival.
You will also hear a powerful illustration involving Norman Borlaug, Henry Wallace, George Washington Carver, and a chain of seemingly small acts that ultimately helped save two billion lives. The lesson is simple but profound. What you sow today may produce fruit you never live to see.
Key themes in this episode:• The parable of the sower explained• Stony ground revival versus rooted discipleship• Obedience over metrics• Why instant growth is not always lasting growth• Faithfulness in hidden seasons• Trusting God with long term impact
If you are doing everything you know to do and still not seeing visible results, do not grow discouraged. The sower’s responsibility is not to control the soil. The sower’s responsibility is to sow.
Your obedience matters. Your faithfulness matters. What you are planting today could impact generations.
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If you have ever felt forgotten by God, this episode is for you.
In Episode 37 of The Babbler, Marshall shares a deeply personal and biblical encouragement for anyone walking through a season where God feels silent, distant, or absent. Drawing from a recent Alabama District Men’s Conference and moments of personal prayer, this episode explores a powerful truth found throughout Scripture. God sees you, God hears you, and God knows exactly where you are.
Using the story of Hagar in Genesis 16, we look at the God who reveals Himself as the One who sees. The same God who provided in the wilderness, heard prayers in prison cells, calmed storms, and answered desperate cries in Scripture is still working today. Whether you are serving in ministry, facing disappointment, struggling financially, battling discouragement, or simply feeling weary in your walk with God, this episode is meant to remind you that you are not alone.
This conversation speaks directly to pastors, ministry leaders, and believers who are trying to remain faithful in difficult seasons. It is a reminder that faith is formed in endurance, that God’s silence is not His absence, and that every trial has purpose in shaping a deeper walk with Him.
In this episode:• The God who sees Hagar and why that matters today• Encouragement for seasons when God feels quiet• Faith, endurance, and trusting God through uncertainty• Why obedience often leads through uncomfortable places• Biblical examples of God hearing and responding to prayer• Finding renewal when your walk with God feels dry
If you need encouragement today, this episode is a reminder that the same God of Scripture is still present, still listening, and still working on your behalf.
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Multicultural Ministry Without Compromise | Pastor Steven Breceda
What does it really take to reach people who don’t look like you, think like you, or come from the same background — **without compromising truth**?
In this episode of *The Babbler*, Marshall sits down with **Pastor Steven Breceda**, pastor of **New Home Church in Atmore, Alabama**, for a powerful and transparent conversation on **multicultural ministry, cultural humility, and apostolic outreach**.
Pastor Breceda shares over **23 years of ministry** serving in the heart of the **Poarch Band of Creek Indians community**, offering real stories, hard lessons, and practical wisdom for pastors, leaders, and believers navigating unfamiliar cultural territory.
This is not theory. This is lived experience.
In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why the **gospel is universal**, but methods must be contextual• How unintentional phrases can close doors you didn’t know existed• The importance of learning the **history and culture** of your field of labor• Why **relationship precedes revival**• The difference between **loving culture** and **compromising conviction**• How discipleship raises leaders who can go where you cannot• Why missions is no longer just overseas — it’s happening **in the shadow of our steeples**
From shelling peas on elders’ porches, to navigating powwows with wisdom, to seeing Native American believers rise into leadership, this conversation reveals what happens when love leads the way and truth is preached without fear.
If you are a pastor, missionary, content creator, or believer who wants to reach people **without watering down the message**, this episode will challenge and equip you.
As Pastor Breceda reminds us:
> Love God. Love people. The rest will take care of itself.
 
 📚 Recommended Books from the Episode
**World Changers — Robert E. Henson**[https://www.robertehenson.com/shop/p/world-changers](https://www.robertehenson.com/shop/p/world-changers)A powerful reminder that God changes the world one soul at a time.
**Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation**[https://us.10ofthose.com/product/9781087757490/counterfeit-kingdom-paperback](https://us.10ofthose.com/product/9781087757490/counterfeit-kingdom-paperback)A necessary warning on discernment in an age of so-called “new revelations.”
**When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People — Gary Thomas**[https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/9780310346814](https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/9780310346814)A biblical and practical guide to navigating unhealthy relationships.
🌍 **Global Tracts**Gospel resources and Bible studies in multiple languages[https://globaltracts.com](https://globaltracts.com) 
 

You were not created to walk in circles.
In this episode of The Babbler, we confront the exhausting cycle so many believers know too well: sin, repentance, repeat. Drawing from the journey of Israel in the wilderness and their crossing of the Jordan River in Joshua 3, this message calls listeners to stop circling unbelief and start stepping into promise. God delivered Israel from Egypt quickly, but unbelief kept them wandering for forty years. The promise was real. The victory was available. But only those willing to believe the report of the Lord entered in. This episode speaks directly to: Cycles of hidden or habitual sin Repeated altar moments without lasting change Unbelief disguised as caution or routine Fear of taking the next step God is asking for Standing at the edge of something new and hesitating From addiction to freedom, from wilderness to promise, this message reminds us that God goes before us, but we must follow. The Jordan did not part until the priests put their feet in the water. Faith required movement. If you feel stuck… If you feel like you’ve been here before… If you feel the Lord calling you forward but fear is holding you back… This episode is your invitation to break the cycle, trust God, and go after the promise. Stop going in circles. Put your feet in the water. Enter in. 🌊🔥 Get Connected ⬇️
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Praise is not filler. Praise is the doorway.
In this passionate episode of The Babbler, we walk through Psalm 100 to uncover a powerful biblical truth: there is a way to enter the presence of God, and it begins with thanksgiving and praise.
This episode challenges routine, ritual, and robotic worship and calls believers back to exuberant, biblical praise that is rooted in gratitude, obedience, and expectation. Praise is not about preference, personality, or performance. It is about honoring God the way He asks to be honored.
From church services to personal prayer, from mountaintop victories to prison-like seasons, this episode explores:
Why we enter His gates with thanksgiving
Why praise comes before breakthrough
How worship shifts perspective even when circumstances do not
The difference between routine religion and entering God’s presence
Why praise is not just a song, but a lifestyle
How Paul and Silas praised before the chains broke
Why you should never lose your song, even in sorrow
Whether you are heading into a church service, walking through a storm, or feeling spiritually dry, this episode is a reminder that God inhabits the praises of His people and where His presence is, chains cannot stay intact.
Come grateful.Lift your voice.Enter in. 🚪🕊️
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