Pastor Alex Pappas

You were never called to live powerless or intimidated by the enemy. Through Jesus Christ, you have been given authority and the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome, stand firm in God’s Word, and make a difference.Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil, and He has equipped you to carry His Kingdom into the world. It’s time to move beyond simply hearing the Word and begin walking in the power and authority God has given you!Scripture1 John 3:8Luke 11:20–22Matthew 28:18–20Luke 4:33–36Luke 13:10–13Mark 6:12–13Luke 10:1, 17–20Ephesians 1:19–23Acts 5:12–16Acts 16:16–18Acts 8:5–8Acts 1:8John 20:21

There is a battle happening in your mind, and you cannot afford to ignore it.The enemy wants to influence what you think, what you believe, what you speak, and ultimately how you live. But you don't have to entertain every thought that comes your way, and you don't have to believe every voice you hear.In this message, discover how to recognize the enemy's deception, guard your mind with the truth of God's Word, and take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.Your thoughts matter. What you allow into your mind will influence your heart, your words, your family, and your walk with God.You can win this battle. Submit to God, resist the enemy, and renew your mind through His Word.
 
Scriptures:2 Corinthians 10:3-5Genesis 3:1-6John 8:44James 1:14-15James 4:7Romans 12:21 John 4:4

What has God placed in your heart to dream? 
Faith to dream is about more than chasing our desires. It’s about seeking God, surrendering our plans to Him, and trusting His faithfulness and goodness even when we can’t see what’s ahead.
Through prayer, His Word, and active faith, He grows us from the inside out, preparing us for all He has called us to be. 
There is a God-appointed plan for your life. Will you trust Him enough to dream?
James 1:17
Hebrews 11:6
Matthew 19:26
Luke 17:6
Matthew 21:21–22
John 15:7
1 John 5:14–15
Romans 10:17
James 1:6–7
Matthew 6:6
Proverbs 11:30
Galatians 5:22–25
Jeremiah 29:11–12

Can spiritual beings influence earthly nations? What does the Bible reveal about the spiritual battles taking place in the unseen realm?In Part 7 of The Unseen Realm, Pastor Alex Pappas explores the connection between spiritual powers and earthly nations, from the Tower of Babel to Daniel's encounter with the prince of Persia. Throughout Scripture, we see the consequences of rebellion, but we also discover God's incredible plan of redemption through Jesus Christ.As you watch this message, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how the spiritual realm impacts the natural world, the importance of prayer, and what it means to stand firm in your authority in Christ.Although spiritual opposition is real, you can have confidence that God's purposes will ultimately prevail. Be encouraged to walk in obedience to His Word, remain steadfast in your faith, and surrender your will to His.Scripture References:Daniel 10:12–13, Daniel 10:20, Genesis 11:1–9, Deuteronomy 32:8–9, Genesis 12:1–3, Ephesians 6:12, Ephesians 2:6, 1 Samuel 15:22, Luke 22:42

What if the greatest battle over God’s order isn’t just happening around you, but within you?From the Garden of Eden to the days of Noah and Lot, Scripture reveals a pattern of rebellion, a desire to reject God’s authority and establish our own. But rebellion has never been able to overthrow the purposes of God. The promise of redemption remained, and Jesus Christ came to fulfill it.In Part 6 of The Unseen Realm, you’ll discover what rebellion is ultimately trying to accomplish and why this ancient conflict has everything to do with how you live today.Who determines what is right and wrong in your life? Who governs your relationships, your decisions, your identity, and your future? When God’s Word challenges what you want, whose authority will you follow?It’s easy to recognize rebellion in the world around you. But what happens when you have to confront it in your own heart?Jesus showed us the way forward. In His darkest hour, He prayed, “Not my will, but Yours, be done.”The heart of rebellion says, “My kingdom.” The heart of surrender says, “Your kingdom come.”So the question you must answer is this: Is Jesus truly Lord of your life, or are you still trying to be? Genesis 3:5, 14–15; Genesis 4:8, 25; Genesis 6:5–12; Genesis 6:8; Genesis 19:1–5; Luke 17:26–30; Matthew 6:9–10; Luke 22:42

What happens when the unseen realm crosses into the natural world?Genesis 6 opens the door to one of the most mysterious passages in Scripture: the sons of God, the daughters of men, and the Nephilim. But instead of turning to theories, speculation, or popular ideas, there is one place we can turn for answers: Scripture.The Bible gives us patterns. From Job to Genesis, Jude to 2 Peter, Scripture reveals that there is far more happening in the unseen realm than we can see with our natural eyes.God established order, authority, and boundaries in the spiritual realm. But Scripture tells us that some spiritual beings rebelled against those boundaries, refusing to remain in their proper domain. Genesis 6 reveals the devastating result of that rebellion.And this is where the story becomes even more powerful.When Jesus died and rose again, He was seated at the right hand of the Father, far above every ruler, authority, power, and spiritual force. And Scripture says that we have been raised and seated with Him in Christ.We are not fighting for victory. Jesus has already won.But that does not mean we do nothing.We have been given authority in Christ, and we are called to stand, remain faithful, and engage in the spiritual battle around us. As we begin to understand the unseen realm, we begin to see something even greater: just how far above everything Jesus truly is.The deeper we go, the more we discover that the story is not ultimately about fallen angels, giants, or the darkness. It is about Jesus.He is far above.Watch the full message and discover what Scripture reveals about the unseen realm, the rebellion of spiritual beings, the boundaries God established, and the authority we have in Christ.If this message challenges you, share it with someone who needs to understand the power and authority of Jesus. Subscribe to the channel and continue exploring The Unseen Realm with us.Scriptures:Genesis 6:1–4Job 1:6Job 2:1Revelation 12:7–10Ephesians 6:12 Job 38:4Jude 62 Peter 2:4–5Ephesians 1:20–21Ephesians 2:4–6

What if the reason you still feel empty is because you’re drinking from the wrong source?
You can love God, serve in church, worship, stay busy, and still find yourself spiritually dry. You can experience moments of God’s presence and still wonder why the thirst inside you hasn’t gone away. Jesus spoke directly to that kind of thirst. “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink.”
In this message, you’ll be challenged to look at what you’re using to satisfy your soul. Relationships, success, possessions, accomplishments, busyness, and even religious activity can never provide what only God can give. The Bible describes these substitutes as broken cisterns. They may look like sources of satisfaction, but they cannot hold what your soul is truly searching for.
If you’ve been feeling spiritually dry, disconnected, tired, or hungry for something deeper, this message is for you. God isn’t asking you to manufacture your own satisfaction. He is inviting you to come to Him. His presence is the source.
His Spirit is the living water. And what He puts inside you is meant to flow through you. Stop drinking from broken cisterns. Come back to the Fountain of Living Water. If this message speaks to where you are, don’t just listen and move on.
Take a moment to respond to God. Bring Him your thirst, your emptiness, your disappointment, and your hunger for more of Him. Come to Him. Drink. And let the river flow.

The Feast of Tabernacles was a time for God’s people to remember His faithfulness, celebrate His provision, and gather in His presence.In this message, we look at the significance of the Feast of Tabernacles and what it can teach us today: the power of repentance, the possibility of new beginnings and miracles, the importance of remembering what God has done, and the call to continually pursue His presence.God sustained His people through the wilderness, and He is still faithful to sustain us through every season. Whatever wilderness you may be walking through, God is able to make a way, bring refreshing, and lead you into something new.Above all, the Feast reminds us to return to what matters most: His presence.In Christ, the veil has been torn and we have access to the presence of God. Let’s not forget to go after Him.Scriptures:Deuteronomy 16:16Leviticus 20:2Jeremiah 31:35–37Leviticus 23:42–43Revelation 2:1–5Isaiah 43:19Joshua 3:5Deuteronomy 8:21 Corinthians 1:8–9Zechariah 14:162 Timothy 4:81 Kings 8:1–11

Where does rebellion come from? Where does evil originate?In Part 4 of The Unseen Realm, Pastor Alex takes us back to the very beginning and uncovers how rebellion in the unseen realm impacts everything in the seen realm.God established order, authority, and purpose from the beginning. But in the garden, the serpent questioned God’s Word, contradicted His truth, and led humanity into rebellion.What began with pride and the rejection of God’s rightful authority resulted in shame, fear, hiding, and separation from God.But the story doesn’t end there.God had already established a plan of restoration. Through Jesus, what was broken is restored. He is the way, the truth, and the life, the only way back into fellowship with God.Genesis 1:1Genesis 1:26-28Genesis 1:31Genesis 3:1-8Genesis 3:23-24Psalm 115:16Isaiah 14:12-14John 8:44John 12:31John 14:6Romans 5:122 Corinthians 4:4Ephesians 2:21 Timothy 3:6Colossians 1:16Revelation 12:9

What is your foundation?The storm doesn’t determine whether we stand, the foundation does.In Matthew 7, Jesus tells of two houses, two builders, and one storm. The storm came against both. The difference was what they were built upon. Being unbroken doesn’t mean we’ll never be wounded, hurt, or face trouble. It means that when the storm passes, we’re still standing because our foundation is Jesus.We may have scars and wounds, but they can become reminders of God’s faithfulness and testimonies of what He has brought us through. The enemy may knock us down, but when Jesus is our Rock, we can rebuild again.Jesus is the One who remains unshaken. He is still on the throne. When everything else is shaken, He is still standing.Come back to the Rock, the Rock of Ages. Build your life on Jesus, stand on His Word, and when the storm is over, you’ll still be standing.Colossians 2:10Matthew 7:24–27James 1:22Psalm 62:62 Corinthians 4:8–9John 19:33Psalm 34:20Isaiah 53:5Proverbs 10:251 Corinthians 3:11