Podcast
Faith For Life
Hosted by Matthew Allaria · EN
Weekly messages designed to help Christian believers strengthen their faith in God and get equipped for the challenges that life brings.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | Where Is The Love?
1w ago00:28:30Tap to summarize🌟 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🌟In part 8 of our series, "Blind Leaders Of The Blind – Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers," Pastor Matthew continues teaching on spiritual discernment by exposing another characteristic of blind leaders: an absence of the love of God. Teaching from Matthew 15, Matthew 23, James 4, and other passages, this message reveals how blind leaders often become fault finders—quick to criticize, condemn, judge, and speak evil of others while remaining blind to their own need for correction. You'll discover why Jesus warned against this spirit, why speaking the truth must always be done in love, and how humility, mercy, and kindness are marks of leaders who truly follow Him. This teaching will help you recognize the difference between biblical discernment and a critical, judgmental spirit so you can avoid deception and follow leaders who reflect both the truth and the love of God.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#SpeakTheTruthInLove #BiblicalDiscernment #Matthew15About the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | God Is Like Me
2w ago00:28:30Tap to summarize‼️‼️ NEW EPISODE ‼️‼️ In part 7 of our series, "Blind Leaders Of The Blind – Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers," Pastor Matthew continues teaching on spiritual discernment by exposing another defining characteristic of blind leaders: they create a blind view of God. Teaching from Matthew 15 and Psalm 50, this message reveals how the Pharisees projected their own beliefs, traditions, and opinions onto God instead of conforming themselves to His Word. The same danger exists today as influential voices—including podcasters, politicians, and preachers—often shape God into their own image rather than allowing Scripture to reveal who He truly is. You'll discover why quoting Bible verses alone is not evidence of truth, how blind leaders use Scripture to support their own agendas, and why humility, correction, and submission to God's Word are essential for avoiding deception and walking in biblical truth.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#SpiritualDiscernment #Matthew15 #Psalm50About the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | Transgressing Or Conforming?
3w ago00:28:30Tap to summarize🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨In this episode of our series, "Blind Leaders Of The Blind – Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers," Pastor Matthew continues teaching on spiritual discernment by examining one of the defining characteristics of blind leaders: they refuse to conform themselves to God's Word. Teaching from Matthew 15, Jesus exposes how the Pharisees and scribes substituted their own traditions for God's commands, adding to Scripture, taking away from it, and presenting themselves as defenders of the truth while transgressing the very Word they claimed to uphold. This timely Bible teaching reveals how the same pattern can be seen today, as influential voices in the church, media, and culture reshape Scripture to fit their own beliefs instead of conforming themselves to it. You'll discover how to recognize leaders whose lives align with the truth they preach, and why every believer must guard against following those who elevate human tradition and personal opinion above the authority of God's Word.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#Matthew15 #BiblicalDiscernment #ChristianLeadershipAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | Strain A Gnat And Swallow A Camel
Jul 600:28:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode of our series, "Blind Leaders Of The Blind - Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers", Pastor Matthew continues teaching on spiritual discernment, deception, and blind leaders, focusing on Jesus’ warning in Matthew 23:23–24 about “straining at a gnat and swallowing a camel.” This powerful Bible teaching exposes how religious deception often comes through misplaced priorities—majoring on minor issues while ignoring the weightier matters of God’s Word such as judgment, mercy, and faith. You’ll learn how even highly educated religious voices can appear knowledgeable in Scripture while still missing the true meaning and leading others astray. This message shows how blind leaders can quote Scripture, sound spiritual, and still be deceived in their interpretation and application of truth. Discover why spiritual discernment requires humility, the leading of the Holy Spirit, and a commitment to rightly dividing the Word of God so you don’t fall into deception or follow blind guides in today’s world.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#BlindLeadersOfTheBlind #BibleTeaching #StrainAGnatAndSwallowACamel #JesusTeaching #SpiritualDiscernment #FalseTeachers #HolySpirit #BiblicalTruthAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | The Prideful Blind Leader
Jun 2900:28:30Tap to summarizeIn Part 4 of the series "Blind Leaders of the Blind – Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers", Pastor Matthew dives deep into Matthew 15:14 and uncovers how spiritual blindness is directly connected to pride, deception, and self-exaltation. This teaching exposes how leaders who are blinded by pride often overestimate their own knowledge, mislead others, and ultimately operate in spiritual deception while believing they are right. Drawing from Scripture including the Pharisees’ example, Romans, Proverbs, and Obadiah, this broadcast reveals how pride distorts truth, blocks humility, and positions both leaders and followers for destruction if left unchecked. Learn how to recognize blind leadership and how humility before God is the key to discernment and truth in these last days.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#BlindLeadersOfTheBlind #TheProudBlindLeader #FalseTeachers #SpiritualDiscernment #PrideAndDeception #BiblicalTruthAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | Not Every Leader Has The Right Heart
Jun 2200:28:30Tap to summarizeIn Part 3 of our series, "Blind Leaders of the Blind: Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers", Pastor Matthew examines Jesus' warning in Matthew 15:8, "Their heart is far from Me," and reveals why believers must look beyond words alone when evaluating spiritual leaders. Many voices today quote Scripture, speak about righteousness, and appear trustworthy, yet Jesus taught that a person's words can sound right while their heart remains far from God. In this powerful Bible teaching, you'll learn what it means to "test the spirits" according to 1 John 4:1, how to discern the spirit behind a message, why the fruit of the Spirit matters in spiritual discernment, and how to recognize blind leaders before being led astray. Discover biblical principles for avoiding deception, identifying false influences, and following the guidance of the Holy Spirit in an age filled with podcasts, politics, social media, and competing voices. 🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#TheirHeartIsFarFromMe #BlindLeadersOfTheBlind #TestTheSpirits #FalseTeachers #HolySpirit #ChristianLeadershipAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | What Seems Right Can Be Wrong
Jun 1500:28:30Tap to summarizeIn Part 2 of our series, "Blind Leaders of the Blind: Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers", Pastor Matthew examines the biblical warning found in Proverbs 14:12, "There is a way which seems right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death." In a culture filled with influencers, social media personalities, political voices, and religious leaders competing for our attention, how can believers avoid deception and discern the truth? Discover how to recognize leaders whose words sound right while their hearts may be far from God and why humility is God's protection against deception. 🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#TheWayThatSeemsRight #BlindLeadersOfTheBlind #FaithForLife #SpiritualDeception #HolySpirit #ChristianLeadership #BiblicalTruthAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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Podcasters, Politicians & Preachers | The Danger Of Following Blind Leaders
Jun 1100:28:30Tap to summarize💥‼️💥 NEW SERIES ‼️💥‼️ In Part 1 of our new series, "Blind Leaders Of The Blind: Podcasters, Politicians, & Preachers", Pastor Matthew examines Jesus' warning in Matthew 15:14 about the danger of following blind leaders who are themselves deceived. In a world where social media platforms, podcasts, political voices, and ministry broadcasts influence millions, believers must learn how to discern truth from deception and guard against spiritual error. This teaching explores what Scripture says about blind leaders, deception in the last days, the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding believers into truth, and why charisma, popularity, and large followings are not proof that someone is speaking God's truth. Discover how to avoid being misled, recognize the signs of deception, follow the leading of the Holy Spirit, and stay grounded in God's Word during these challenging times.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#TheDangerOfFollowingBlindLeaders #BlindLeadersOfTheBlind #Matthew1514 #FaithForLife #SpiritualDiscernment #HolySpiritAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
Transcribe →Overflowing Joy in the Holy Ghost | Be Filled with the Spirit and Walk in Victory
May 1800:28:30Tap to summarizeDiscover the overflowing joy in the Holy Ghost in part 5 of the "Joy In The Holy Ghost" series. Pastor Matthew Allaria teaches how being filled with the Holy Spirit brings not only joy but also strength, health, and victory over fear, torment, and sorrow. Learn how to experience the extreme, abundant joy that God has promised His children. This teaching emphasizes the divine connection between joy and the Holy Spirit, and will inspire you to walk in the fullness of joy and faith, igniting your spiritual life with overflowing happiness and liberty in Christ.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#OverflowingJoyInTheHolyGhost #JoyInTheHolyGhost #HolySpiritJoy #SpiritFilledLife #FaithForLife #JoyOfTheHolySpiritAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
Transcribe →Can An Offering Be Evil? | What Makes an Offering Unacceptable to God (Where's My Honor? - Part 4)
May 1800:28:30Tap to summarizePart 4 of the series "Where Is My Honor?" continues with a challenging teaching titled “Can an Offering Be Evil?” Pastor Matthew teaches from Malachi 1, and reveals how God evaluates not just the act of giving, but the heart behind the offering. Discover what makes an offering acceptable to the Lord—and what can actually make an offering “evil” in His sight. This teaching exposes the difference between wholehearted, excellent service to God and second-rate, half-hearted religion, and shows how true honor for God is revealed through our priorities, time, energy, and obedience. Learn why God is not looking for religious routine, but for reverence, excellence, and a heart that values Him above all else.🎧 Download the notes for today’s broadcast at mam.tv! ✉️ Request your free copies of Pastor Matthew's books, "Victory In Troubled Times" and "Faith Declarations," by emailing info@mam.tv.Join us at Northsmoke Church this Sunday at 10:00 am! ⛪️#FaithForLife #WhereIsMyHonor #Malachi1 #HonorGod #FaithMessage #OfferingsToGodAbout the hostMatthew Allaria is a lead pastor and co-Founder of Northsmoke Church, located in Collinsville, IL, which he launched alongside his wife, Amber Allaria, in 2020. Matthew is also the Founder of Matthew Allaria Ministries, a christian ministry, whose mission is to empower people to grow spiritually, be used of God mightily and flourish personally in every area of your lives, through the teaching of God's word.
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